Deadline nears for GeoAsia8 registration

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Registration closes soon for GeoAsia8, the premier geosynthetics conference in the Asia-Pacific region, taking place June 10-13 in Brisbane, Australia. With the theme, Geosynthetics: Pioneering Lasting Solutions for the Earth, this four-day event will deliver a dynamic scientific program developed by the Organising and Technical Committees. Program highlights include: Keynote presentations Technical sessions IGS Corporate …

President Trump doubles tariffs on steel, aluminum imports

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President Donald Trump has increased tariffs on most steel and aluminum imports from 25% to 50%, effective June 4. The U.S. and the U.K. previously reached a trade deal May 8, agreeing to negotiate an alternative arrangement for the 25% Section 232 tariffs on steel and aluminum. According to President Trump’s June 3 executive order, …

Solmax launches Performance Materials

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Solmax has announced the launch of its new Performance Materials platform, the next chapter in the integration of a long-standing legacy of TenCate Geosynthetics and Propex, now operating as a division of Solmax.  TOPTEX protective covers safeguarding hay bales in a field against weather damage, spoilage and UV exposure. Photo courtesy of Solmax For decades, …