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Ossberger, Huntsman advance blow moulding of elastomer automotive parts
Added: 19 Oct 2022
Specialised machine will be displayed manufacturing TPU automotive gaiters at K2022 trade fair

Imerys targets tire and rubber applications
Added: 19 Oct 2022
French mineral-based additives supplier rolls out wide range of products at K2022

Arlanxeo still world’s largest synthetic rubber producer
Added: 18 Oct 2022
Being followed closely by Chinese majors Sinopec and PetroChina, IISRP data shows

Downtrend continues for synthetic rubber futures pricing
Added: 18 Oct 2022
All commodities monitored by ERJ registered week-on-week declines

Seals maker Jäger invests in new measuring equipment
Added: 18 Oct 2022
Precise measurement technology to enhance quality of production and reduce rejects

US government adds ChemChina to ‘military companies’ list
Added: 18 Oct 2022
Pentagon list aims to ‘highlight and counter China’s military-civil fusion strategy’
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UK rubber moulder seals smart-manufacturing support
Added: 18 Oct 2022
Made Smarter scheme designed to accelerate digitalisation among plastics & rubber manufacturers

Hankook establishes subsidiary for battery business in Germany
Added: 18 Oct 2022
South Korean group selects Frankfurt as “important European hub”

Rubber Industry Leaders at K2022
Added: 17 Oct 2022
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BASF in link-up for recyclable, low-carbon foam elastomers
Added: 17 Oct 2022
Partners with King Steel, Otrajet to develop ‘energy-saving’ production of 100% recyclable products…

Advent, Lanxess set out details of engineering polymers JV
Added: 17 Oct 2022
Partners announce future global business structure, designated management team

Rubber futures close lower despite heavy rains impacting supply
Added: 17 Oct 2022
Weekly report by JPX notes “slowing economic growth” in China

Avon Protection names new chief executive
Added: 17 Oct 2022
Jos Sclater joins UK manufacturer from Ultra Electronics in January 2023

Dr Wilma Dierkes joins Elastomers for Sustainability expert panel
Added: 17 Oct 2022
University of Twente associate professor is a leading figure in the field of elastomer science & en…

Sumitomo Rubber claims breakthrough in 'selective polymer development'
Added: 14 Oct 2022
Previously reported tomato enzymes used as polymerisation catalyst

Cooper Tire in consultation process to close UK tire plant
Added: 14 Oct 2022
Factory closure set for end of 2023, to impact 350 Cooper Tire employees

SNCP data shows mixed trends for rubber pricing
Added: 14 Oct 2022
EPDM, polychloroprene and carbon black strengthen over last three months...

Nokian eyes future expansion with industrial property acquisition
Added: 14 Oct 2022
Building spanning 27,000 square metres is directly connected to tire maker’s HQ and factory in Finl…

Yokohama Rubber integrates hydraulic hose series under one brand
Added: 14 Oct 2022
Rebranding intended to enhance competitiveness of hoses for overseas market