Geosynthetics Conference 2027 Organizers:
This event is hosted by the Geosynthetic Materials Association (GMA), a division of Advanced Textiles Association (ATA) and will be co-locating with the International Erosion Control Association (IECA) Region One Annual Conference and Expo.

Geosynthetic Materials Association
GMA was founded in the 1980s to educate the user community on the technical and economic benefits of geosynthetics, with the goal of building stronger civil infrastructures in a cost-efficient manner. The association’s mission is to serve as a central resource for information regarding geosynthetics, to provide a forum for consistent and accurate geosynthetic information, to increase the adoption of geosynthetics and to promote the correct and safe use of geosynthetics.

GMA achieves its mission by furnishing engineering support, educational programming and government relations expertise and provides a network to exchange information, solve common problems and develop mutually beneficial relationships that grow the industry.

Since its inception, geosynthetics use has expanded into nearly all areas of civil, geotechnical, environmental, coastal and hydraulic construction.  Industry events provide networking opportunities and exposure to the industry for engineers, specifiers, contractors, government agencies and academics.  Over the past two decades, GMA recognized the need for expanding their legislative efforts creating a robust government relations program that advocates for the industry at the federal and state levels. This program educates lawmakers and regulatory agencies on the benefits of geosynthetic products.  It also seeks to influence legislation and regulations that affect our member companies.  GMA monitors vital legislation, connects with Congress to discuss the benefits of our industry and coordinates meetings for our members.  GMA is in continual contact with congressional offices, agencies and specifiers to ensure that the industry retains a strong presence in government circles and that geosynthetics continue to be the leading innovative material for infrastructure in the U.S.

Advanced Textiles Association
ATA is a not-for-profit trade association serving 1,550 company members involved in the global specialty fabrics marketplace. ATA operates 13 market groups – including GMA – and three country-specific divisions conducting targeted programs and conferences for specialty fabrics and advanced textiles end product manufacturers. ATA is headquartered in Roseville, Minn.

ATA supports and augments the geosynthetics industry with these contributions: