Tackling climate change with resilient projects
ESTC is proud to share an article prepared by WPR on its behalf, recently published in The Landscaper Magazine. The feature explores how synthetic turf can contribute to climate-resilient landscape design amid growing challenges from extreme weather events driven by climate change. The article outlines how, when properly installed with an engineered sub-base and drainage […]
ESTC Concludes a Successful Week at FSB Cologne 2025
ESTC (EMEA Synthetic Turf Council) looks back on an inspiring and successful week at the FSB International Trade Fair in Cologne held on October 28-31,2025. It was an intense and rewarding few days filled with valuable meetings, networking opportunities, and meaningful exchanges of knowledge and experience within the synthetic turf industry. The ESTC booth served as […]
How Synthetic Turf is Supplying Fresh Water in South Africa
A landmark project in South Africa is highlighting how synthetic turf can be used to enable freshwater recycling. Two ‘Cruyff Courts’ are simultaneously providing a high-quality playing surface while integrating an advanced water collection and filtration system under the field, providing the local community with fresh potable water. The installation of the courts is part […]
ESTC to Exhibit at FSB 2025 in Cologne
We’re pleased to announce that ESTC will be exhibiting at FSB 2025, taking place from October 28 to 31, 2025, at the Koelnmesse in Cologne, Germany. FSB is the world’s leading international trade fair for public spaces, sports, and leisure facilities. It brings together industry professionals from across the globe, including decision-makers, architects, investors, and […]
Successful First Edition of FSB Sports Show Riyadh
Fieldmanager The first edition of the FSB Sports Show Riyadh attracted over 13,000 visitors in June 2025. This makes it the largest trade fair in Saudi Arabia for sports infrastructure, recreational facilities, and public spaces. The event aligns with the country’s ambitions as it prepares for major sporting events such as the Asian Winter Games […]
CEN Enquiry for prEN 15330-6: What You Need to Know About the Upcoming Synthetic Turf Standard
CEN Enquiry Timeline and PurposeESTC understands that the CEN Enquiry for the draft European Standard prEN 15330-6: Surfaces for sports areas — Synthetic turf sports surfaces — Part 6: Specification for synthetic turf carpets will run from 31st July to 23rd October 2025. The CEN Enquiry is a critical step in the development of a […]
Outcomes of the Danish test and development project ‘Silkeborgbanen’
Microplastic dispersal from rubber-infill synthetic turf fields – the outcomes of the Danish test and development project ‘Silkeborgbanen’. This project, led by Silkeborg Municipality and the Danish Football Association (DBU) in collaboration with the Danish Technological Institute, demonstrates that with the right design, maintenance, and operational protocols, microplastic dispersal from rubber-infill synthetic turf fields can […]
FIH and FIFA Innovation join forces to publish new guide on dual sport synthetic turf pitches
Hockey and football both embrace the benefits synthetic turf fields bring to their sports. For hockey it is the surface of choice, whilst football appreciates the surface’s ability to accommodate different levels of use, in a wide range of weather conditions. For many, a synthetic turf sports field is now the preferred or only way […]
Tarkett Sports Acquires Allsports Construction and Maintenance Limited, enhancing sports surfacing services for Scottish customers
Tarkett Sports, a European leader in sports surface solutions, has today announced the acquisition of Allsports Construction and Maintenance Limited, a well-established Scottish company specialising in the construction and maintenance of sports surfaces. Allsports employs thirteen full time staff providing exceptional expertise and knowledge to the Scottish market. Through Tarkett Sports’ acquisition, Allsports will continue […]
TenCate Grass acquires a majority stake in Sports & Leisure Group
TenCate Grass Acquires Sports & Leisure Group, a Leading Artificial Grass Solution Provider for Sports and Outdoor Living from Sun Capital Partners and select other Shareholders. Investment marks TenCate Grass’s further expansion into the rapidly growing market for Sports and Outdoor Living surfaces with an estimated market size of more than $12bn annually.TenCate Grass Holding […]