Author: RubberWorld

Apollo Tyres has launched its new truck-bus bias (TBB) tire range, reinforcing brand’s commitment to delivering exceptional performance while helping customers reduce their total cost of operations (TCO). Engineered with advanced technology and validated through extensive testing, the new range is designed to meet the evolving needs of modern and growing vehicle segments.

Datwyler has received validation of its near-term, group-wide greenhouse gas reduction targets by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). The validation confirms that Datwyler’s climate targets are aligned with current climate science and the objectives of the Paris Climate Agreement.

NewtonWorks Corporation announces its return to The Gasket & Seals Show, part of Materials Week Europe, taking place at RAI Amsterdam from February 24 to 26, 2026. The NewtonWorks team will be exhibiting at Booth 531, where attendees can see live demonstrations of NewtonSuite eSeal, the company’s rubber seal analysis technology.

WF Recycle-Tech announces that Farrel Pomini, a member of Hf Group, has acquired majority ownership of the company, increasing its stake from a minority ownership position established in 2021. This milestone further strengthens the collaboration and accelerates the global commercialization of WF Recycle-Tech’s patented tire pyrolysis technology.

Trelleborg Sealing Solutions has unveiled Innovation Days 2026, a flagship event focusing on collaboration, cutting-edge technology and tailored engineering solutions that address tomorrow’s industrial challenges.

Bridgestone Corporation announced that it has entered into an agreement to sell its group company, Bridgestone Metalpha (Thailand) Co., Ltd. (“BMT”) and Bridgestone (Shenyang) Steel Cord Co., Ltd. (“BSSS”) to NV. Bekaert S.A. (“Bekaert”).

Borealis announces a EUR 49 million strategic investment to scale up production of Borstar® Nextension polypropylene (PP) at its manufacturing site in Burghausen, Germany. This will expand commercial production of next-generation single-site polypropylene (ssPP) grades that deliver enhanced purity, processability, and performance – supporting customers in key sectors including packaging, healthcare, mobility, and fibers, to meet evolving market and regulatory demands.

Continental will fit the new Audi A6 with its summer tires as standard. The Ingolstadt-based car manufacturer has approved two options for its premium mid-size model: the high-performance SportContact 7 and the efficiency-focused EcoContact 6 Q.