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Tensar International


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Here at Tensar International, we specialise in mechanical ground stabilisation and technology-driven soil reinforcement.We were established in 1983, as a joint enterprise between Gulf Canada, Netlon Ltd, and its owner Dr Brian Mercer. Nowadays, Tensar’s headquarters are based in Atlanta, Georgia, following the 2005 sale of the company. We have always been focused on innovation; Dr Brian Mercer was the inventor of the majority of technologies used in the manufacture of integrally formed oriented polymeric grid and mesh structures.Our service range includes:Ground Stabilisation and Subgrade ImprovementPavement OptimisationSustainable Urban Drainage (SUDS)Earth Retaining Walls and SlopesBridge AbutmentsSteep SlopesControl of Asphalt CrackingPaved Roads and Paved AreasStructural ImprovementErosion Control OverviewHydraulic Applications SeedingSediment ControlTrack Ballast ReinforcementCoastal ProtectionLandfill ConstructionLandfill Liner SupportMining Roof and Wall SupportSustainable Construction and Green Engineering, plus many more services.We pride ourselves on quality and innovation, and as such are proud of the many awards we have won, including the NCE Innovation award at CIVILS 2007 and a gold medal at Autostrada 2008. We also have international approval from various companies, including Network Rail and the British Board of Agreement.The industries we supply to include:MilitaryUtilities and energyAirportsWaste and landfillMiningMarine and waterwaysRoads and highways Please visit our website, which features information on our services and products, history of our company and credentials, ‘find a distributor’ service, our news, and downloadable brochures and literature.Click on our Trade Link for more information.


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Registered company details

Legal name TENSAR INTERNATIONAL LIMITED
Companies House number 00503172
Company status Active
Company type PRIVATE LIMITED COMPANY
Incorporated Jan 5, 1952
Registered office UNITS 2 - 4 CUNNINGHAM COURT, SHADSWORTH BUSINESS PARK, BLACKBURN, LANCASHIRE, BB1 2QX
SIC activities 22290 - Manufacture of other plastic products 64209 - Activities of other holding companies n.e.c. 74100 - specialised design activities
Registry match High confidence (100/100)

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Location and administrative area

Postcode district BB1
Local authority Blackburn with Darwen
Region North West
Country England
Ward Blackburn South East
Parliamentary constituency Blackburn
Postcode coordinates 53.729306, -2.447276

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Primary category Building & Construction
Local area Blackburn Lancashire
Listing status Standard listing
Verified sources Companies House, Postcodes.io
Last checked May 21, 2026

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