Dredging and reuse of contaminated sediments
Embraport used dewatered contaminated sediments as structural fill within its terminal platform, saving 400,000 m3 of imported material and reducing earthfill platform costs by 20% to 30%.
>
At Omega Mine in West Virginia, GEOTUBE® GT500 units help the West Virginia Department of Environmental Protection treat and dewater acid mine drainage from abandoned mines while supporting long-term capacity and compliance.

Filter by
Dredging and reuse of contaminated sediments
Embraport used dewatered contaminated sediments as structural fill within its terminal platform, saving 400,000 m3 of imported material and reducing earthfill platform costs by 20% to 30%.
MSW incineration and power plant platform, Yuxi City, Yunnan Province, China
A USD 50 million MSW incineration plant in Yuxi City uses reinforced segmental block retaining walls to form platforms in rugged terrain and process up to 1,000 tonnes of waste per day while generating electricity.
From poor subgrade performance to roadway resilience
MIRAFI H2Rx repairs, weak and cracked roads in traffic-heavy Pulau Indah, Malaysia. MIRAFI H2Rx was installed for separation, mechanical stabilization and moisture management, providing the solution to building durable climate-resilient roadways.
When traditional sand bunds fail: A GEOTUBE marine solution for land reclamation
When traditional sand bund construction failed on an extremely soft marine clay seabed, GEOTUBE® Marine systems provided a stable containment solution that helped advance a land reclamation project for 112 acres.
GSE HD geomembrane lined salt ponds ensure long-term brine containment
GSE® HD geomembrane lined over 3.4 million m² of evaporation ponds to prevent brine seepage under extreme heat and UV exposure. This continuous barrier eliminated salt discharge and protected the surrounding environment.
Ensuring secure tailings containment at Saudi Arabia’s Umm Wu’al Phosphate Project
Solmax supplied 900,000 m² of double-sided GSE® HD FrictionFlex geomembrane for Maaden’s Umm Wu’al tailings ponds in Saudi Arabia, meeting strict quality controls and ensuring flawless containment in extreme conditions.
Settlement control for embankments over coastal soils
Ground improvement solutions stabilized weak alluvial and estuarine soils along the Takitimu North Link corridor, enabling embankment construction, controlling settlement, and supporting long-term performance of a new four-lane expressway in the Bay of Plenty.
Reflective geosynthetic membrane boosts solar plant power generation
To enhance the Albedo effect and achieve maximum light reflection for a solar farm pilot project, Solmax installed GEOLUX® reflective sheets underneath the bifacial solar panels. Monthly measurements reveal the sheets have consistently delivered a 5% to 8% increase in the solar plant’s output.
Reliable geomembrane containment for coal ash and wastewater
Installed 113,000 m² of 2.0 mm GSE® HD geomembrane at a nationally regulated power plant coal ash handling facility in Indonesia, delivering long-term containment, zero leakage incidents, and full environmental compliance.
Erosion control system for large-scale watershed restoration with PROPEX
A turf reinforcement mat (TRM) plus anchor system using PROPEX® Enviromesh stabilized 190,000 m² of riverbank slopes in Chongqing. The solution replaced concrete, controlled erosion, enabled full vegetation, and delivered structural performance aligned with sponge city and watershed goals.
World’s largest pit thermal storage in Vojens
In Vojens, Denmark, a 200,000 m³ pit thermal storage basin stores surplus solar heat from a 70,000 m² collector field. Using Solmax geosynthetics, the system reduces CO₂ emissions by 6,000 tons annually.
Reinforced soil walls maximizing urban developable land
Geocomposite-reinforced soil walls totaling 1,385 m supported land formation at Eco Botanic City, providing stable retaining walls, efficient drainage, and the use of local backfill while maximizing developable land on a constrained urban site.
Pit thermal energy storage in Gram, Denmark
In Gram, Denmark, a 122,000 m³ pit thermal energy storage with a 44,800 m² solar collector field provides 18,000 MWh of heat annually. Solmax geosynthetics ensure safe high-temperature storage and reduce CO₂ emissions by 3,700 tons per year.
Reinforcing weak subgrades to restore Weber Road with MIRAFI H2Rx
A deteriorating section of Weber Road was stabilized using MIRAFI® H2Rx geotextile to reinforce soft, moisture-sensitive subgrade soils, improve drainage, reduce deformation, and extend pavement service life.
Dredging a canal with GEOTUBE technology
Canal do Fundão underwent large-scale dredging and sediment dewatering to address decades of pollution from sewage, industrial waste, and debris, restoring environmental health and integrating reclaimed areas into Fundão Island’s landscape.
Xinfeng MSE landfill expansion, Guangdong Province, China
Xinfeng Landfill in Guangzhou expanded capacity by 7.5 million m3 using a 35 m high MSE containment bund with geotextile reinforcement, steep slopes, and bored pile shear keys to maintain stability and extend landfill life.
Slope restoration, Maehongson, Thailand
A major fill slope failure along the Pang Oong access road was permanently restored using a two-part reinforced fill slope with drainage and geogrid reinforcement while maintaining single-lane road access.
Road widening, Chiangmai, Thailand
A geogrid reinforced fill slope enabled downslope road widening near Wat Phrathat in Chiangmai while keeping the road open, stabilizing steep terrain, managing groundwater, and blending the structure into the surrounding green environment.
Gabion faced reinforced slope, Kandy, Sri Lanka
A two-tier reinforced slope with gabion facing and geocomposite reinforcement created level platforms for a wastewater treatment plant in hilly terrain on the outskirts of Kandy, enabling controlled effluent discharge into city waterways.
Landslide restoration, Langkawi, Kedah, Malaysia
A landslide on Jalan Gunung Raya in Langkawi cut off road access. The road was permanently realigned and supported by a reinforced fill slope with geocomposite reinforcement, drainage layers, gabions, and vegetated slope protection.
Restoring marine health in the Marmara Sea with GEOTUBE dewatering
Kocaeli Municipality and Türkiye Ministry deployed 3,500 GEOTUBE units to dewater contaminated sludge from Kocaeli Bay, targeting 60% dry solids and supporting Marmara Sea restoration.
Seawall construction, Brisbane Port expansion, QLD, Australia
The Port of Brisbane expanded by constructing a reinforced seawall to enable 230 ha of land reclamation using dredged materials while managing soft clay foundations and protecting the Moreton Bay Marine Park.
High speed railway embankment over karst foundation, Guizhou Province, China
The Anshun–Liupanshui high-speed railway crosses challenging karst terrain in Guizhou Province. Two layers of MIRAFI PET600 geotextile reinforcement were installed at the embankment base to limit deformation and manage subsidence risk under strict settlement criteria.
Basal reinforcement for Pacific Highway works
Basal reinforced and surcharged embankments with PVDs and geotextile systems enabled freeway construction across soft silty clay foundations on the Pacific Highway upgrade between Yelgun and Chinderah.
Coal mine dump wall, Sangatta, East Kalimantan, Indonesia
A 17.5 m high reinforced soil dump wall was constructed at the Sangatta coal mine to increase material handling capacity while supporting heavy dump truck loads and minimizing earthworks.
Comprehensive containment and capping at Thailand’s ESBEC landfill
Solmax supplied GSE® HD liners and BENTOLINER® GCLs to line and cap Thailand’s ESBEC landfill, ensuring full containment, leachate and gas control, and compliance with national and international waste standards.
Electrified double track, Ipoh to Padang Besar, Malaysia
Malaysia upgrades the western railway line with a 330 km electrified double-track project, using ground improvement, geotextile reinforcement, and modern systems to stabilize soft soils and construct new parallel tracks.
Expressway embankments, Central Luzon, Link Expressway, Philippines
CLLEX is a 30 km expressway designed to cut travel time between Tarlac City and Cabanatuan City from 70 to 20 minutes, using geosynthetic reinforcement and PVDs to stabilize soft clay foundations and control settlement.
Geomembrane barrier protects farmland from landfill contamination in Jiangyou
GSE® geomembranes contained leachates at Jiangyou landfill, halting cadmium pollution of farmland and groundwater while enabling soil remediation and protecting agricultural sustainability in Sichuan Province.
Wat Nakorn-In Bridge embankment construction
The Wat Nakorn-In Bridge project used pile-supported embankments, geotextile reinforcement, and steep reinforced slopes to manage soft Bangkok clay, prevent differential settlement, and construct multi-lane approaches and connecting roads.
Deep C II reclamation dyke stability with GEOTUBE and MIRAFI
Reclamation dykes at the Deep C II Industrial Zone in Haiphong use GEOTUBE units and MIRAFI PET reinforcement to ensure stability on very soft seabed soils, enabling phased industrial land development despite typhoon storm conditions.
GSE HD geomembrane after 20 years in service at Thailand's first pumped storage hydropower plant
GSE® HD geomembrane, installed in 2004 at Thailand’s Lamtakong Upper Reservoir, has maintained its integrity for over 20 years, ensuring reliable pumped-storage hydropower operations under harsh tropical conditions.
Dewatering coal fines at Port Waratah with GEOTUBE dewatering containers
PWCS used GEOTUBE® dewatering containers to dewater thousands of cubic meters of coal fines, reducing volume, cutting disposal costs, and ensuring environmental compliance.
Coastal protection project for Communauté du Golfe de Saint-Tropez
GEOTUBE Marine tubes were installed by the Communauté du Golfe de Saint – Tropez to protect 103 km of coastline and the only road to Saint-Tropez. The project reduced wave impact, prevented erosion, and avoided rock transport.
HDPE geomembrane liners for Beyondie SOP evaporation ponds
Solmax supplied 1.0 mm GSE HD geomembranes for 4 km² of evaporation ponds at an Australian SOP facility, ensuring brine containment and efficient potash production.
Geomembranes aid responsible farming in Sistema.bio’s modular biodigestors
Solmax supplies GSE LL geomembranes for Sistema.bio’s modular biodigesters and other farming equipment such as water and biofertilizer containers, enabling clean energy, waste reuse, and improved soil health for smallholder farmers.
Strengthening canal-adjacent road infrastructure in Thailand with MIRAFI H2Rx
MIRAFI H2Rx geotextile was installed over 27,000 m² to reinforce a road near Maharahj canal, improving pavement strength and moisture control while preventing embankment failure and completing 3 km in just 5 days.
Resilient rural road construction in Thailand using MIRAFI H2Rx geotextile
A rural road in Thailand was upgraded using MIRAFI H2Rx geotextile to reinforce soft clay subgrade and manage high groundwater, ensuring durability, reduced moisture, and uninterrupted community access during construction.
Biosolid removal with GEOTUBE dewatering units
Desilting Solutions removed 150,000 m³ of biosolids from sludge lagoons at three operational sewerage treatment plants using GEOTUBE dewatering containers for efficient dewatering.
Creating a recreational pond with GSE geomembrane at Kiki Beach Resort
Kiki Beach Resort on Batam Island installed GSE HD 1.50 mm White Smooth for a recreational pond to enhance visual appeal and durability. The solution included custom roll sizes and a GSE Polylock anchoring system to meet design and site challenges.
Restoration of submerged stormwater pipeline
Desilting Solutions restored a submerged stormwater pipeline in Milton, Queensland, to 97% capacity using GEOTUBE technology and remote dredging within a confined site.
Soft-soil consolidation improvements ensure new housing development launches on time
Solmax provided a custom GSE HD geomembrane solution for the Summarecon Housing Estate in Bandung, enabling full soil consolidation in four months and ensuring the project launched on time.
Silt trap dewatering for Kestrel Coal Mine
Kestrel Coal Resources restored silt trap capacity by dredging and dewatering 40,000m³ of silt using GEOTUBE units. The project preserved coal fines for sale.
Innovative application of new GEOTUBE technology incorporating moisture draining yarns for enhanced dewatering performance of gold tailings slurry
A gold mine in Victoria, Australia, used Solmax GEOTUBE units with moisture-absorbing wicking yarns to improve water release, efficiently managing increased slurry waste in its limited-capacity tailings storage.
Addressing water ponding issues at Selangor Turf Club using MIRAFI
MIRAFI FWL geotextile was installed at Selangor Turf Club to address water ponding issues, enhancing drainage efficiency and ensuring prompt track usability.
Addressing surface cracking on Queen Street, Yeppoon
Livingstone Shire Council used MIRAFI H2Rx to upgrade Queen Street, Yeppoon, addressing surface cracking due to a soft, saturated subgrade.
Improving subgrade stabilization and moisture management in roadways
Libmanan Road in Camarines Sur was reconstructed using MIRAFI H2Rx geotextile for improved subgrade stabilization and moisture management, enhancing road durability.
Advancements in sand island reclamation with GEOTUBE Marine technology
GEOTUBE Marinetechnology was employed to construct a dyke, effectively reclaiming 507 acres in Malaysia.
Managing subgrade stabilization and moisture for railway structures with MIRAFI H2Rx
China Academy of Railway Sciences utilized MIRAFI H2Rx products to manage subgrade moisture and frost heave in the Harbin-Yichun High-speed Railway, ensuring stability and environmental protection.
Reconstructing Jalan Kampung Lombong road with MIRAFI
The Jalan Kampung Lombong road reconstruction in Klang, Selangor, improved durability, and load capacity, addressing frequent truck traffic and adverse weather challenges.
GEOTUBE Geobags used in coastal erosion control and protection project
In 2023, GEOTUBE Geobags were used to stabilize the eroding Brunei coastline, enhancing safety and sustainability.
Improving the durability and performance of pavement under heavy traffic conditions
Using MIRAFI® H2Rx woven geotextile to improve pavement performance on Thailand's National Highway No. 117, addressing severe pavement damage.
Improving waste management with GSE
To meet the growing needs of a rapidly expanding resources industry, Pilbara Regional Waste Managment used GSE geomembranes at their new waste management facility.
Transforming Shanghai's waste management with a double layer landfill
Shanghai's first double-layer rigid structure landfill overcame challenges of material supply and competition, to ensure successful completion and extended the landfill's service life with GSE HD geomembranes.
Improved connectivity and resilience for the Chiang Rai bypass road project
MIRAGRID GX geogrids transformed Chiang Rai's infrastructure, boosting safety and efficiency as well as seismic resilience.
Enhancing frac pond liner integrity with the GSE Leak Location Suite
The GSE Leak Location Suite, including the S-100 Spark Tester, was successfully implemented at a frac pond project in Laredo, Texas, ensuring leak-free installation and quick identification of punctures in the liner.
Biogas cover turns palm oil waste into fuel in Malaysia
Cenergi transforms POME into renewable biogas in Malaysia, using GSE geomembranes. This project reduced GHG and the approach highlights innovation in waste recycling and contribution to renewable energy goals.
Impermeable heap leach pads for gold mine
In a West African gold mine, tailored geomembrane solutions improved environmental safety and resource recovery, adapting to specific site needs.
Meeting stringent CCR regulations with BENTOLINER
Xcel Energy successfully closed Sherco Pond No.1 and constructed Sherco Pond No.2 using BENTOLINER to meet stringent CCR regulations, ensuring minimal environmental impact and continuous service.
Sewage lagoon upgrade using geosynthetic clay liners
Discover how Conquest's sewage lagoon upgrade using a geosynthetic clay liner overcame groundwater challenges, enhancing efficiency and reducing costs.
Conquering extreme conditions with a high-temperature liner solution
Saskatchewan's first new potash mine in 40 years features advanced GSE HDH liners in its brine ponds, overcoming extreme temperatures and chemical exposure.
Lining canals for mega Port Said aquaculture project
Egypt's mega aquaculture project in East Port Said completed phase two, using GSE HD geomembrane for water containment in a 20,000-acre fish and shrimp farm.
GSE Leak Location Conductive liner 24 years later
At the Florence Copper mine in Arizona, a pond built in 1997 with GSE Leak Location liner, operated for 24 years. Initially underutilized, its expansion required inspection of the exposed geomembrane.
Anchorage regional landfill-expansion project
In 2020, Anchorage expanded its landfill with a new cell, installing a composite liner system that included BENTOLINER, GSE HD liner, and HDPE piping.
GEOTUBE dewatering and containment of gypsum wastes at a titanium dioxide plant
Industrial waste, often in slurry form and containing contaminants, needs to be managed and disposed of properly to protect the environment.
GEOTUBE directs fly ash slurry flow in tailings storage facility closure
GEOTUBE dewatering technology is a cost-effective method for removing water from industrial and mineral slurries and sludges.
GEOTUBE breakwaters: shoreline protection at Sigandu Beach
The breakwater structure constructed with the GEOTUBE system at Sigandu Beach proved to be a cost-effective solution compared to conventional methods such as rock armor.
Maximizing mineral recovery with dewatering for a remote gold mine in Indonesia
A remote gold mine located on an Indonesian island required the dredging of heavily silted settling ponds. These ponds contained valuable gold deposits that needed to be recovered and reprocessed.
Recovering fertilizer from palm oil mill effluent (POME) with GEOTUBE dewatering technology
GEOTUBE units are used to dewater the POME sludge. The units retain the solid particles within the tube, while the liquid can be recycled back through the plant or discharged through the polishing ponds.
GEOTUBE solution for rare earth waste containment and dewatering
Processing and refining rare earth minerals generates a waste stream that must be managed and stored in an environmentally secure manner.
Overcoming workspace constraints in urban municipal wastewater treatment plant
The project involved upgrading an old, aerated sewage lagoon into a modern enclosed underground sewage treatment facility.
Mine wastewater management at MMG Rosebery Gold Mine
The MMG Rosebery mine in Tasmania has been a successful underground mining operation for over 80 years, producing gold, zinc, copper, and lead concentrates.
Transforming coal mine settling ponds with GEOTUBE dewatering
A large Indonesian mining corporation faced a challenge in dewatering silt sediments from their settling ponds in South Kalimantan, Indonesia.
Durable GEOTUBE solution for Clark Airport waterway revetment
The GEOTUBE SFM serves as revetment for the entire waterway network at the new Clark Airport Terminal.
GEOTUBE dewatering: Innovative submerged sediment removal at Brisbane River
In a groundbreaking project in Australia, a specially designed remote-controlled underwater dredger was used to clear and clean a blocked stormwater drain that discharged into the Brisbane River.
Asia's longest dewatering GEOTUBE in Indonesia's Kalimantan region
This project holds the distinction of being Asia's longest GEOTUBE dewatering project.
Revitalizing Tianjin Eco-City: Sustainable wastewater cleanup and transformation
The GEOTUBE dewatering containers were used to contain the dredged slurry and remove water from the material, achieving a consistency similar to compacted borrowed material.
Geocontainment solutions for riverbank protection in Tanjung Manis, Malaysia
The OGC jetty expansion project aims to construct two berths, each 200 m (656 feet) long with a 12m (39 feet) draught, to accommodate larger vessels. The project also involves bank protection works.
Subgrade stabilization for stormwater management
Geosynthetics, such as MIRAFI HP380a geotextile, have proven to be effective in enhancing the performance of roads and load support structures.
Riverbank erosion protection with woven geobags in Sungai Choh, Malaysia
The housing developments near Sg. Choh in Selangor, Malaysia experiences high surface runoff, causing a significant increase in the river's water volume. This has led to severe erosion along approximately 200 m of the riverbank, posing a risk of collapse.
Enhancing soft soil embankments with MIRAFI
A 2 km (1.2 mi) causeway had to be constructed through a river estuary as part of the services corridor. The estuarine mud foundation in the river estuary was soft to firm, posing challenges for construction.
Strengthening steep slopes with geocomposite reinforcement
To make the project cost-effective and efficient in terms of logistics, a reinforced soil system utilizing the available on-site earth was chosen. The excavated residual soil, which has a high fines content, could be used as backfill material.
Pengerang Integrated Petroleum Complex: Basal reinforced embankment solution
The access road plays a vital role in reducing transportation distance and time. To create the road network, a series of basal reinforced embankments were designed based on the existing ground terrain.
Enhancing embankment stability on soft soil for Navi Mumbai Coastal Road
MIRAFI PET 800/50, a high strength polyester woven geotextile with a tensile strength of 800kN/m (45.4 lb/ft), was employed to ensure embankment stability within the specified criteria.
Road base reinforcement at NAIA Expressway, Paranaque City, Philippines
The NAIA Expressway is a 1.6 km (1 mile) elevated expressway in Metro Manila, Philippines. It connects the Metro Manila Skyway to Ninoy Aquino International Airport and Entertainment City, serving as the first airport expressway in the country.
Protecting Langkawi's Meritus Pelangi Beach with GEOTUBE
The installation process involved deploying scour aprons and filling anchor tubes prior to placing the GEOTUBE unit. The targeted shoreline area was trimmed back before laying the filled Geobags in an overlapping shingle style from the embankment's base.
Slope failure repair using MIRAFI Polyfelt PEC: Langkawi, Malaysia
The reinforced soil structure consisted of a 30m-high (98 ft) slope reinforced from the toe of the failed embankment. The facing system used involved wrapping a net around bags filled with fine-grained soil.
Road embankment slope repair with MIRAGRID GX
The road connecting Khun Tan and Lampoon in Northern Thailand is vital for their economic link. Unfortunately, the embankment at KM 11 failed, causing significant traffic disruptions and posing risks to road users.
The longest sea-crossing bridge constructed with GEOTUBE
Over 27 km (16.8 miles) of geotextile tubes were installed for the construction of the Lach Huyen Bridge in Vietnam.
Enhancing road infrastructure with a reinforced soil wall
After careful analysis, it was determined that a segmental retaining wall using MIRAFI Polyfelt PEC was the most suitable option compared to alternatives such as building a bridge or excavating the hill.
Geotextile solution for seafloor pipeline laying in Jamnagar, Gujarat
The Jamnagar refinery, located in northwest India, is a crude oil refinery with a production capacity of 661,000 barrels per day.
Constructing an artificial island with GEOTUBE
For constructing the edge levees that formed the temporary platform, GEOTUBE GT1000 was chosen.
Basal reinforcement with MIRAFI PET geotextiles
MIRAFI PET reinforced geotextiles proved to be the most economical solution for addressing the localized failure of the road embankment.
Stable subgrade solution for container yard in Malaysia
Infrastructure developments in Southeast Asia often involve construction on soft soils, which present significant challenges.
Boracay Island: Slope erosion protection and revegetation project
The PROPEX Envirocell’s purpose is to retain sufficient topsoil on the steep slope and promote the growth of grass and other vegetation.
Almacen river improvement: Flood mitigation with GEOTUBE
The construction involves the placement of GEOTUBE GT750M, scouring apron, and protection geotextiles.
Expansion of Xinfeng Landfill with reinforced soil containment bund
Guangzhou, the third largest city in China, is a major manufacturing and commercial center with over 10 million residents.
Installation of customized PET reinforcement panels in harbor seawall construction
Shute Harbor, an important gateway to Whitsunday Island hotels and the Great Barrier Reef, was severely damaged by Cyclone Debbie in March 2017.
MIRAFI PET reinforcement bridging soft coal fines, tailings storage closure
MIRAFI PET reinforcement geotextiles are widely used globally in civil ground improvement and the capping of tailings storage facilities (TSF) before placing cover material.