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Geosynthetics enhance pavement design life

November 12, 2025 | Features

One of the largest and important transportation assets of the United States is our roadway system which allows for movement of commerce and people. Having a system that performs well is crucial to the economy and safety of the public.

International Achievement Award geosynthetics winners announced

November 10, 2025 | Features, IAA

Advanced Textiles Association® (ATA) is proud to announce the winners of the 2025 International Achievement Awards (IAA), including several geosynthetic categories.

AASHTO PEAS program offers independent evaluation of geosynthetic products

October 30, 2025 | Features

Product Evaluation and Audit Solutions (PEAS) is housed under the American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO). They not only conduct product evaluations but also audit manufacturers’ quality control processes.

Geosynthetic Reinforced Soil Integrated Bridge System (GRS IBS) – 15 year update

October 15, 2025 | Features

The geosynthetic reinforced soil integrated bridge system is a design and construction method to build single-span bridges quickly and cost effectively.

Trends in the geotextiles industry

October 13, 2025 | Features

Continued growth, multiple company mergers and some product innovation were all reflected in the global geotextile market over the last year.

Lifting the veil on the geomembrane market

October 1, 2025 | Features

In 2024, the geomembrane market size was estimated at almost $2,477.9 million, with the market expected to nearly double by 2034 to around $4,124.6 million.

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Textile equipment manufacturers on doing business worldwide

October 1, 2025 | Features

Companies that conduct business internationally benefit from a large customer base and market diversity. But at times, they must grapple with supply chain disruptions, contentious geopolitics and the interplay of various cultural dynamics—even getting everyone together on a Teams chat at a reasona…

Trends in geogrids: Crisis and opportunity

September 9, 2025 | Features

As extreme weather becomes increasingly common, the demand for geogrid applications to prevent or address environmental damage is rising.

Geocell Load Support System stabilizes parking lot

August 18, 2025 | Case Studies, Features

In Retalhuleu, Guatemala, a prominent beverage distribution center faced a major challenge: their parking area was unusable during the rainy season. Frequent flooding and weak subgrades made it impossible for trucks to access the lot without delays or damage.

VDOT Route 159: Slope stabilization with GCS and shotcrete solutions

August 11, 2025 | Case Studies, Features

GeoStabilization International was called to assess an active slope failure along a 100-foot section of Route 159. The area showed visible signs of distress.

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