AUSTIN, TX – Act Global, a global leader in synthetic turf solutions, marks two decades of excellence and innovation. Since 2004, Act Global has made significant strides in impacting communities worldwide, with thousands of installations in more than 90 countries, millions of gallons of water savings, and the development of inclusive recreational surfaces that cater to diverse needs.
At the heart of Act Global’s mission lies a commitment to enhancing performance and safety. Act Global has earned recognition as a supplier to multiple NFL teams (football), FIFA licensee (soccer), a FIH Preferred Supplier (field hockey), and a World Rugby Preferred Turf Producer. Multiple philanthropy and sustainability award accolades from the Synthetic Turf Council further validate Act Global’s position as an industry social leader, as well.
“We are so blessed to have been a part of such a wonderful industry that provides the most inclusive recreational surface for community use. Thank you to all our employees, partners, customers, and suppliers for being part of our last twenty years!” says John Baize, President of Act Global.
As Act Global commemorates 20 years of progress, it reaffirms its commitment to creating solutions that address the challenges of today while paving the way for a sustainable future.
Learn more about Act Global’s contributions to community development, corporate social responsibility, and cutting-edge synthetic turf solutions by visiting www.actglobal.com.
About Act Global:
Act Global is based in Austin, Texas and is a part of the Beaulieu International Group (B.I.G.). Founded in 1959, B.I.G. employs over 4,900 people worldwide in 19 countries throughout Eurasia, America and Oceania and serves customers in 140 countries. In 2021, B.I.G. reported sales of €2.5 billion. Act Global operates its world-class manufacturing facilities in the U.S. and has serviced clients in more than 90 countries. Its experience includes multiple NFL football installations, a growing North American landscaping business, and patented aviation and landfill solutions.
AUSTIN, TX – Act Global is proud to announce an exciting collaboration with softball great Jocelyn Alo. This partnership marks a significant stride for Act Global, as it joins forces with one of the most dynamic and influential figures in softball.
Jocelyn Alo, player for professional softball team the Oklahoma City Spark, has globally captured the hearts of softball enthusiasts with her exceptional skills on the field. She attended the University of Oklahoma, where she played for the Oklahoma Sooners softball team. She quickly rose to prominence, breaking records and earning accolades for her outstanding performances. Alo’s achievements include being named NFCA National Freshman of the Year in 2018 and USA Softball Collegiate Player of the Year in 2021 and 2022.
It is because of these achievements that Act Global has partnered with Alo to better highlight to the softball community. Their collaboration with Jocelyn Alo is a testament to the brand’s dedication to supporting athletes at the top of their game.
As an industry leader in synthetic turf technology, Act Global continues to revolutionize playing surfaces for athletes worldwide. Through this partnership, Act Global aims to spotlight the importance of player safety and performance on the field, emphasizing how their state-of-the-art synthetic turf technology provides a secure and high-performing playing surface for athletes at every level.
Jocelyn Alo states, “I’m so excited to partner with Act Global! Playing at an elite level on turf you can trust is a major key to the game. I’m thankful to have aligned with a company who values important components such as safety, eco-friendliness and more.”
Act Global looks forward to a successful collaboration with Jocelyn Alo, leveraging her influence to reach a broader audience and reinforcing the brand’s position as a frontrunner in the synthetic turf industry.
About Act Global:
Act Global is based in Austin, Texas and is a part of the Beaulieu International Group (B.I.G.). Founded in 1959, B.I.G. employs over 4,900 people worldwide in 19 countries throughout Eurasia, America and Oceania and serves customers in 140 countries. In 2021, B.I.G. reported sales of €2.5 billion. Act Global operates its world-class manufacturing facilities in the U.S. and has serviced
clients in more than 90 countries. Act Global is a FIFA licensee (soccer), FIH Preferred Supplier (hockey) and a World Rugby Preferred Turf Producer with over 300 certified fields installed around the world. Its experience includes multiple NFL football installations, a growing North American landscaping business, patented aviation and landfill solutions, and recognition by the industry Synthetic Turf Council for its sustainability and philanthropic efforts.
April 25 – The Chicago Bears have donated the Walter Payton Center (WPC) turf to the Clarence Hicks Memorial Sports Park located in Rockford, Ill. Clarence Hicks Memorial Sports Park is home to a variety of Rockford Park District’s Youth Sports programs, including NFL Flag Football (boys and girls), NFL Cheer and Northern Illinois Girls Flag Football League (Bears Care Funded). The 77-acre park is located in southwest Rockford.
After hearing from the community in 2020, the Rockford Park District began adding amenities at the park due to continued growth of youth sports in the park district. The renovation of the turf from the WPC at the Bears’ practice facility is part of that response to the community and will help improve the quality of current playing fields. Additionally, that feedback helped drive and guide the design process. As funding is secured, the Chicago Bears turf donation will be part of larger, future improvements made at the park.
The turf from the WPC will be used to create a warmup area and enhance opportunities provided for youth and teens. Informative signs on-site will share more about where the turf was located before and highlight some of the Chicago Bears athletes who played on the turf, inspiring the next generation.
“We are thrilled that the Chicago Bears organization chose to donate Walter Payton Center turf to provide a one-of-a-kind experience for anyone who utilizes this sports facility. Youth and teens will be playing on turf that was played on by some of the greatest Chicago Bears athletes of all time. We are making history together again. The Chicago Bears are always so generous with their resources, and it is making a significant difference in the lives of area youth,” said Lamont Jones, Rockford Park District General Manager of Clarence Hicks Memorial Sports Park, Youth Sports Programs and Community Outreach.
Act Global also donated their time and labor in delivering the turf to the Rockford Park District. Act Global is a global artificial grass manufacturer that takes corporate social responsibility seriously with a mission to enhance global land use and positively impact society using synthetic turf.
The total co-donation was made between the Chicago Bears and Act Global, with the Bears donating turf and infill material and Act Global donating labor towards the install. The turf is expected to be installed and ready for use by the summer of 2024.
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About Act Global
Act Global is based in Austin, Texas and is a part of the Beaulieu International Group (B.I.G.). Founded in 1959, B.I.G. employs over 4,900 people worldwide in 19 countries throughout Eurasia, America and Oceania and serves customers in 140 countries. In 2021, B.I.G. reported sales of €2.5 billion. Act Global operates its world-class manufacturing facilities in the U.S. and has serviced clients in more than 90 countries. Act Global is a FIFA licensee (soccer), FIH Preferred Supplier (hockey) and a World Rugby Preferred Turf Producer with over 300 certified fields installed around the world. Its experience includes multiple NFL football installations, a growing North American landscaping business, patented aviation and landfill solutions, and recognition by the industry Synthetic Turf Council for its sustainability and philanthropic efforts.
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Through this acquisition B.I.G. strengthens its position in the global artificial grass market, especially in the sports segment. Act Global has close to 300 certified fields installed, and holds soccer (FIFA), hockey (FIH) and rugby (WR) certifications. No financial details are disclosed on the transaction.
With this statement, B.I.G. is pleased to announce that it has signed an agreement with US-headquartered synthetic turf manufacturer Act Global to acquire its complete range of activities (November 1, 2022). Through this acquisition, B.I.G. strengthens its position in the global artificial grass market, especially in the sports segment.
In line with Beaulieu International Group’s (B.I.G.) purpose statement ‘Shaping sustainable living, together’, the group aims to develop and create innovative and sustainable flooring and material solutions to enhance the quality of living and working for every generation.
Therefore, and as part of its corporate strategy, the group is actively investing in key growth markets, including artificial grass, in order to further strengthen and expand its solutions portfolio. Today B.I.G. is a market leader in the fast-growing padel market, targeting further growth in soccer, hockey and other segments.
CEO Pol Deturck comments: “With the acquisition of Act Global, we not only strengthen our position in the global sports market and extend our manufacturing capabilities in North America, but we also expand our solution portfolio to key landscaping, aviation and landfill markets while boosting its research and development efforts for even more sustainable products in the future.”
With headquarters in Austin, Texas, USA, Act Global is a FIFA licensee (soccer), FIH Preferred Supplier (hockey) and a World Rugby Preferred Turf Producer with over 300 certified fields installed around the world.Its experience includes projects in over 90 countries, multiple NFL football installations, a growing North American landscaping business, patented aviation and landfill solutions, and recognition by the industry Synthetic Turf Council for its sustainability and philanthropic efforts.
Act Global CEO John Baize: “We are thrilled to join the B.I.G. family. Not only do we share the same customer focus, but also our solutions portfolio and teams are very complementary, putting us in an ideal position to continue our success in the sports and other markets.”
Together, B.I.G. and Act Global will integrate their businesses and manufacturing activities over the coming months, ensuring business continuity for customers, partners, suppliers and employees.
About B.I.G.
Beaulieu International Group (B.I.G.) is a worldwide specialist in flooring and material solutions. Headquartered in Belgium, B.I.G. employs over 4,900 people worldwide in 19 countries throughout Eurasia, America and Oceania and serves customers in 140 countries. In 2021, B.I.G. reported sales of €2.5 billion. At B.I.G., people work purposefully to build the future. B.I.G.’s sense of entrepreneurship and ambition enables the group to continue to grow sustainably together with employees, customers, suppliers, shareholders and the society in which B.I.G. operates.
About Act Global
Act Global is a global synthetic turf manufacturer with world-class manufacturing facilities in North America, Europe, Middle-East and Asia with product installations sold in more than 90 countries. Headquartered in Austin, Texas, US, Act Global is a FIFA licensee (soccer), FIH Preferred Supplier (hockey) and a World Rugby Preferred Turf Producer with over 300 certified fields installed around the world.
Its experience includes multiple NFL football installations, a growing North American landscaping business, patented aviation and landfill solutions, and recognition by the industry Synthetic Turf Council for its sustainability and philanthropic efforts.
Spilled plastics can eventually end up in waterways and the ocean. Materials can be transported to storm drains that lead to rivers and then to the ocean resulting in litter, posing a threat to marine life such as sea birds, turtles, and fish.
OCS helps companies strengthen their sustainability initiatives, contribution to preserving water quality and wildlife, compliance with federal and state regulations, safety/housekeeping programs, employees’ well-being, and operational efficiency.
Act Global has taken the OCS Pledge, meaning we are committed to the goal of preventing pellet, flake, and powder loss into the environment. Our production staff commits to taking daily preventative measures like containing spills, cleaning swiftly and effectively, and disposing of plastic waste appropriately to be recycled.
During the synthetic turf manufacturing process, any residual plastics pellets or flakes that fall on the floor are swept up and stored until being shipped to a recycling facility. With OCS in place, our 210,000 sq. ft. production facility in Calhoun, GA runs as clean and waste-free as possible.
At Act Global, we are committed to preserving and protecting our planet. We share the same goal as OCS to help keep plastic pellets, flakes, and powder out of the environment. These efforts can also help us improve relations with stakeholder groups and community organizations that expect our industry to minimize our environmental footprint. With our OCS pledge and other sustainability initiatives, we are one step closer to achieving a carbon-neutral future and making the world a better place!
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About Act Global
Act Global is a world leader in synthetic turf technology with an ISO 9001 Quality Certified manufacturing facility in Calhoun, Georgia, and field installations in over 90 countries. Act Global is a FIFA Quality Licensee and preferred supplier for World Rugby, the International Hockey Federation, and the United Soccer League. The Act Global UBU Speed Series is the leading brand for NFL & NCAA Division I Football Fields has been featured in the New Orleans Superdome 2013, 2017, and 2018, New York Met Life Stadium 2014, and Minneapolis U.S. Bank Stadium 2016 and 2019.
We are a dynamic, global synthetic turf company committed to BE MORE. We have manufacturing facilities on three continents, sales in over 90 countries and a trusted network around the world.
Our mission to “Be More” is ingrained in every facet of our business, every employee and throughout our value chain. With a foundation of innovation, integrity and quality, Act Global strives to positively impact society and maximize land use through the use of synthetic turf.
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