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Albis unveils polyamide adhesion modified TPV grades

Outside Track: Bio-based building materials can be ‘less sustainable’

Added: 6 Jun 2024

UK scientists find that some composites’ have a shorter lifespan, leading to multiple replacement i…

Michelin targets €4.2bn operating income by 2026

Added: 6 Jun 2024

French group announces non-tire goal of 20% contribution to overall sales by 2030

WDK calls for 'industry deal' to be linked to Green Deal

Added: 6 Jun 2024

German rubber industry leader also gives frank assessment of EC record in advance of the upcoming E…

Sumitomo Riko revises up financial targets on automotive recovery

Added: 6 Jun 2024

Japanese group cites stronger 2023 results, progress in structural reforms for faster pace of growth

ContiTech strengthens environmental drive with new sustainability head

Added: 6 Jun 2024

Anne Windberg Baarup brings “extensive materials expertise” to Continental’s industrial arm

Essentially Rubber: Safer flooring advance for busy stations

Added: 6 Jun 2024

System designed to enhance safety, reduce environmental footprint in high-traffic public transport …

NR producers expect better prices on La Nina, new demand

Uptrend continues for NR futures amid EUDR-related supply concern

Added: 5 Jun 2024

'Active and heavy trading volumes' reported across all major Far East markets

Wacker expanding silicone healthcare business with US acquisition

Added: 5 Jun 2024

All production lines, acquired workforce to be transferred to new business unit for silicone protot…

Michelin names new North America leader

Added: 5 Jun 2024

Matthew Cabe to succeed Alexis Garcin, whose next position within Michelin will be announced “at a …

Synthomer unwraps nitrile rubber for ultrathin gloves

Synthomer CEO “cautiously encouraged” by pick-up in trading

Added: 5 Jun 2024

Willome: ‘Signs of improvement in some of our end markets but visibility of a sustained recovery re…

Sumitomo Rubber targets carbon-neutrality with new hydrogen production deal

Added: 4 Jun 2024

Group to create a decarbonised ‘grandmaster’ factory through a mix of green energies, including hyd…

Pirelli tires with sensors for special Audi Rs 4 Avant model

Added: 4 Jun 2024

Italian tire maker selected as exclusive tire partner for the Audi RS 4 Avant edition 25 years

Klinger has high hopes for new sustainable sealing technology

Added: 4 Jun 2024

Claims Gaja product represents future of sealing technology and can ‘revolutionise’ sustainability.…

Goodyear inaugurates solar panel installation in Colmar-Berg

Added: 4 Jun 2024

Collaboration with energy supplier Enovos takes solar power generation capacity of Luxembourg site …

UK chemicals makers report upturn after “tough couple of years”

Added: 4 Jun 2024

CIA boss: “Doesn't mask longer-term challenge of establishing a more compelling UK investment case …

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CSRC, Sheico to establish ‘largest’ rCB plant in North America

Added: 1 Jun 2024

US facility will have capacity for 30ktpa of recovered carbon black, 35ktpa tire pyrolysis oil, and…

Report: Kolon to invest $500m in new tire cord plant

Teijin narrows loss for materials unit, but challenges persist

Added: 1 Jun 2024

Division, which includes aramid fibres business, increased profits due to efficiency measures...

Akwel sales fall amid global automotive business decline

Added: 1 Jun 2024

French-based components manufacturer expects “stable activity” for full year, despite first quarter…

Pirelli “contains” Covid effects, further cuts sales outlook 

Italian shareholder Camfin increases stake in Pirelli

Added: 31 May 2024

Second largest shareholder acquires 2.2% share to bring total ownership in tire maker to over 22%

Study indicates OE brand loyalty near 37%

Positive business signals from most major tire makers

Added: 31 May 2024

Global manufacturers register mixed performances in terms of sales, earnings, share-price trends...…