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Deadline extended for Scholarships and Technical Training from the Rubber Division

he Rubber Division, ACS announced that the Technical Training and Scholarship Opportunities deadline has been extended to April 1, 2026.

The Division offers a Rubber Technology Training Award for an individual already in the rubber industry seeking additional education and opportunities for advancement. With three $5,000 undergraduate scholarships available for students who wish to pursue a degree in rubber technology, polymer science or the chemical profession.

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GRI names Eldo Verhaagen sales and operations director

Eldo Verhaagen brings extensive experience in the tire and automotive industry, with a strong track record in strategic leadership, commercial growth, and operational optimization across regional markets. His in-depth expertise in truck, agricultural, earthmover, and industrial tires, combined with his hands-on and customer-focused approach, positions him well to lead the next phase of development in the region.

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Firestone Ag expands tire sizes for Maxi Traction line

Firestone Ag, a division of Bridgestone Americas, Inc. announced the expansion of its Maxi Traction and Radial Deep Tread 23° tire lines to meet the demands of next-generation John Deere tractors.

Debuted at Commodity Classic 2026 (February 25-27), these new tire sizes were developed in parallel with John Deere’s latest tractor advancements, giving farmers confidence in selecting proven Firestone Ag performance.

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Engel to demonstrate thermoplastic composite rotor blades for drones at JEC World

At JEC World 2026 (10–12 March 2026, Paris), ENGEL will demonstrate how thermoplastic composite rotor blades for drones can be manufactured efficiently, with consistent quality and fully automated in series production. The globally active machine manufacturer is presenting a scalable production solution that combines high component performance, integrated noise reduction and sustainability in one seamless process.

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Continental phases out coal and heavy fuel oil in tire production worldwide

Continental has reached an important milestone in its global sustainability strategy: Coal and heavy fuel oil have been fully phased out across all tire production sites. Since January 2026, all plants have adopted alternative energy sources to generate the steam required for manufacturing tires and heating. These alternatives include biomass, biogas, electricity from renewable sources, and alternative fuels such as liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) and natural gas in order to ensure a constant energy supply.

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