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Colin Young

Global Director Research And Development at TenCate

Colin Young currently serves as the Global Director of Research and Development at TenCate Grass since October 2018, and holds the position of Chair at the ESTC (EMEA Synthetic Turf Council) from December 2022 to December 2024, aiming to advocate for the synthetic turf industry. Prior experience includes roles as Managing Director and Operations Manager at LABOSPORT from May 2011 to October 2018, Technical Manager at The Sports and Play Construction Association from June 2008 to May 2011, and Post-doc Research Associate at Loughborough University from October 2005 to May 2008. Colin Young earned a PhD in Civil Engineering/Sports Engineering from Loughborough University, alongside a Postgraduate Certificate in Management and Leadership and a BSc (Hons) in Sport Engineering from Sheffield Hallam University.

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With a rich heritage spanning more than 300 years, TenCate has been a pioneer in the synthetic turf industry. Our legacy is deeply rooted in the mastery of yarns and a steadfast commitment to innovation and circularity. Today, we proudly stand as the largest, fully integrated synthetic turf company worldwide, encompassing a portfolio of more than 20 companies active in both the Sports and Outdoor Living segments. TenCate Companies: Hellas Construction, Greenfields, Geosurfaces, Geolighting, Valley Precision Grading, Academy Sports, SGW, OPSA, CSC Sport, Weitzel Sportstattenbau, Tigerturf, Challenger Turf, TenCate Grass Fibres & Fabrics, PST, Evergreens.


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