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Contractor points out reason for inadequate facilities in Nigeria

Nigeria’s biggest contractor for sports infrastructure has lamented the unhealthy involvement of some administrators in his country in projects for…

FIFA put World Cup grass teams to the test

For the first time ever, FIFA will host a half-time show during a game at one of its events. The…

Brazilian stadiums embrace cork infill

Brazilian stadiums embrace cork infill Both the Arena Condá and the Allianz Parque stadiums in Brazil now use a synthetic…

Bank of Ghana keen on supporting golf

The Bank of Ghana is committed to supporting golf activities in the country. Where necessary, the bank will provide assistance…

ASTM publishes standard for sampling and testing for PFAS

The American institute ASTM has published a new industry standard that provides a consistent approach to evaluating synthetic turf materials…

FSB Sports Show Riyadh postponed to June 2027

The FSB Sports Show Riyadh is postponed to June next year. As the situation in the Middle East is currently…

Pitch refurbishment delayed pending decision on pitch type

The Madagascar Ministry of Youth and Sport has halted the refurbishment of its Mahamasina Municipal Stadium pending a decision to…

Geoff Webb to step down as GMA CEO

After 21 years leading the organisation, the Grounds Management Association (GMA) has announced that its Chief Executive, Geoff Webb, will…

Non-fill tears sector apart

Quality and behaviour cause of grave concern Non-fill tears sector apart The question whether non-fill and mineral-filled synthetic turf should…

Is Dry turf losing its momentum?

The most sustainabile synthetic hockey surface has gone to ground Is Dry turf losing its moment? Where meteorologists fear a…