This ambitious project is part of a $320 million, four-year investment designed to enhance the plant’s capabilities to meet the growing demand for larger rim-diameter tires, which are higher-profit and higher-margin products. The expansion will focus on producing tires for electric and autonomous vehicles, aligning with Goodyear’s strategic goals to cater to emerging automotive technologies.
Read MoreFounded on April 7, 1925 by Vernon Smithers, Smithers began as an independent tire testing company in a three-bay garage on Sweitzer Avenue in Akron, Ohio, and has since grown into a multi-national company with 27 sites worldwide that provides data, information, inspection, consulting, and certification services to over 15 different industries. With a legacy of being the first independent tire testing company, the Smithers journey has been marked by a commitment to excellence, adaptability to market trends, and an unwavering focus on client satisfaction.
Read MoreBridgestone Hispania Manufacturing has announced a significant workforce reduction at two of its tire plants in Spain, citing profound changes in the European tire market. The company plans to initiate a collective dismissal procedure affecting over 500 employees at its facilities in Puente San Miguel (Cantabria) and Basauri (Bizkaia).
Read MoreThe business portfolio comprises extruded rubber profiles and gaskets for niche construction, industrial and automotive applications. Sales in 2024 amounted to just over SEK 150 M, principally in Northern Europe. Production operations are located in Halmstad, Sweden. The acquisition forms part of Trelleborg’s strategy to develop leading positions within attractive segments.
Read MoreChinese tire maker General Science has transitioned to a state-controlled entity. This change comes after the Hongdou Group transferred 24.5% of its shares in General Science to Jiangsu Soho Holding Group, a company under the control of the Jiangsu provincial authority.
Read MoreThe Global Polymer Summit is the most valuable destination for attendees to expand their network, learn from experts and explore business opportunities. The merging of the International Elastomer Conference (IEC) and the International Tire Exposition & Conference (ITEC) into one creates an event where all the best companies and programming will be together in one location. It bridges the tire and rubber industries through comprehensive technical programming, engaging discussions and a dynamic all-in-one event.
Read MoreTokyo, Japan – Bridgestone Corporation announced that it will exhibit at the 40th Space Symposium, the United States’ largest space-related
Read MoreApollo Tyres Ltd has appointed Rajeev Kumar Sinha as the Chief Manufacturing Officer. He will lead the global manufacturing team, driving the global manufacturing agenda, including strategy and planning, performance optimization, plant management, integrated manufacturing services (IMS), corporate industrial engineering (IE) and deployment of Advanced Manufacturing Systems, including AI/ML solutions.
Read MoreHiratsuka, Japan—The Yokohama Rubber Co., Ltd., announced that on March 12 it held its 11th Panel Discussion on Biodiversity as
Read MoreBloomington, IN – When Indiana University (IU) embarked on a major renovation of its Student Recreational Sports Center, the objective
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