Germany’s BASF & Hagihara develop durable turf yarn for sports arenas

BASF and Hagihara Industries have developed highly durable polyolefin yarns for artificial turf used in sports arenas. After three years of collaboration, they created a formulation with Tinuvin light stabilisers, enhancing turf durability against sunlight and extreme weather. The innovation allows artificial turf to last up to 10 years, with Fagiano Okayama's practice field as a prime example.

Apr 23, 2025 - 13:12
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Germany’s BASF & Hagihara develop durable turf yarn for sports arenas
BASF and Hagihara Industries have developed highly durable polyolefin yarns for artificial turf used in sports arenas. After three years of collaboration, they created a formulation with Tinuvin light stabilisers, enhancing turf durability against sunlight and extreme weather. The innovation allows artificial turf to last up to 10 years, with Fagiano Okayama's practice field as a prime example.