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Petlas launched its latest innovation in agricultural technology, the TA 150 radial tractor tire. Designed to address the evolving demands of modern farming, the TA 150 offers unparalleled performance, durability, and efficiency in a wide range of field conditions.

International Airlines Group (IAG), parent company of British Airways, announced its invested in Wastefront, a leading tire-to-fuel company, which plans to turn used tires into Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF). The SAF will be made by converting waste tires into tire-derived oil, which is then refined into road fuels and SAF. The SAF produced is expected to provide life cycle carbon emission savings of over 80% compared to fossil fuels.

Effective January 1, 2025, Evonik has launched Smart Effects, a new entity counting 3,500 employees worldwide, born from the strategic merger of its Silica and Silanes business lines that will be part of “Advanced Technologies” within the new company organization. This merger leverages the expertise of both business lines to deliver innovative solutions that benefit both customers and the planet. Smart Effects will target key markets including the automotive and tire industry, electronics, consumer health and nutrition, and building protection. In the tire industry, the combination of silica and silanes has proven successful, especially in producing green tires that enhance fuel efficiency and safety. This integrated approach will continue to drive advancements in joint silica and silane applications, technical processes, and asset networks.

Colombo, Sri Lanka – The latest report from the Sri Lanka Export Development Board reveals that the country achieved a

The tires supplied to the BMW Driving Center feature the world’s first full lineup of EV-specific tires, including the all-season ‘iON evo AS SUV’ from the ‘iON’ brand. Additionally, the premium sports models ‘Ventus S1 evo3’ and ‘Ventus V12 evo2’ from the flagship ‘Ventus’ tire brand are included, along with the high-performance SUV winter tire ‘Winter icept evo3 X’ from the ultra-high-performance winter tire lineup, ‘Winter icept.’

Nanocyl, a Birla Carbon brand, will participate in NanoTech 2025, scheduled to take place from January 29 – 31, 2025, at the Tokyo Big Sight in Tokyo, Japan. Nanocyl will be stationed at Booth 4P-22, showcasing its cutting-edge range of Multi-Walled Carbon Nanotube (MWCNT) solutions and advanced materials designed to support cost efficiency, energy savings, and productivity gains across diverse industries.

Bridgestone Americas (Bridgestone), the group company of Bridgestone Corporation, announced its decision to close its LaVergne, Tennessee, Truck and Bus Radial Tire Plant effective July 31, 2025. This decision is part of the company’s strategic initiatives to optimize its business footprint, strengthen its competitiveness and enhance the quality of the company’s U.S. operations. Bridgestone remains committed to contributing to society, economy, and mobility of people and goods across the U.S.

Arkema has launched its new range ENCOR® bio-based waterborne dispersions designed for textile printing and finishing applications. These binders, with up to 30% bio-based content, and up to 40% carbon footprint reduction compared to traditional textile resins, are supporting the textile industry’s efforts to decrease their product’s carbon footprint, supporting a more sustainable lifestyle.

The Nokian Tyres Surpass AS01™, an all-season, ultra-high-performance tire infused with puncture-resistant Aramid fibers and equipped with a treadwear warranty of 55,000 miles (90,000 kilometers).

The Continental tire plant in Korbach, Germany, recently became the company’s fourth plant to receive the International Sustainability and Carbon Certification (ISCC) PLUS sustainability certification. This globally recognized standard certifies that Continental meets specific sustainability documentation requirements relating to the use of more sustainable materials. It also confirms the transparent traceability of the raw materials used in the production process. Certification of the raw materials enables Continental to ensure the end-to-end traceability of materials from renewable and recycled sources. For the premium manufacturer, this is a further step on the way to 100 percent sustainable materials in its tire products by 2050 at the latest. In addition to the tire plant in Korbach, the plants in Lousado (Portugal), Hefei (China) and Puchov (Slovakia) are already ISCC PLUS-certified production sites of Continental Tires.