FIG: Apparatus Norm Violation - Heavy Sanctions levied

On March 08, 2011, the FIG launched disciplinary proceedings against French apparatus manufacturer "Gymnova" for having supplied the 2010 World Championships in Metz (FRA) with defective springs and beds.
On April 28, 2011, the Disciplinary Commission was unanimous in its ruling, saying the supplier was guilty of violating norms specified in chapter IV of the Auto-Disciplinary Code,