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In the rapidly growing electric vehicle market, improved battery performance with shorter charging times, maximum temperature resistance and a longer battery life are key factors for success. To meet these demands, OEMs in Europe and the United States need materials that also comply with stricter national and international environmental standards. One high-performance material for such applications comes from the elastomer material group. Freudenberg Sealing Technologies has successfully developed a material that outperforms thermoplastics in the event of thermal runaway and takes battery applications in e-mobility to an entirely new level.

Cambodia has achieved a significant milestone in its agricultural sector, earning 114.9 million U.S. dollars from the export of natural rubber latex in the first quarter of 2025. This marks a 14.4 percent increase compared to the same period last year, when the revenue stood at 100.4 million dollars.

Trelleborg Tires has announced an exciting extension to its TM800 ProgressiveTraction® range, introducing new sizes designed to enhance performance for mid- to high-horsepower tractors. This latest innovation aims to meet the evolving demands of modern agricultural operations.

RPM International Inc. has announced its financial results for the fiscal 2025 third quarter, ending February 28, 2025. The company reported sales of $1.48 billion, marking a 3.0% decrease compared to the same period last year.

Net income for the quarter was $52.0 million, with diluted earnings per share (EPS) of $0.40. Despite the decline in sales, RPM managed to generate $91.5 million in cash from operating activities, the second-highest third-quarter amount in the company’s history.

The recent wave of tariffs imposed by the Trump administration is set to significantly impact the rubber and tire industry in the United States. Analysts predict that tire prices will rise substantially due to these tariffs, which target key exporting countries such as Thailand, Indonesia, Vietnam, and South Korea.

A record 63.4% of tires sold in the U.S. last year were imported. With tariffs ranging from 26% to 46% on tires from these countries, consumers can expect higher prices at the checkout. JPMorgan analysts have warned that the full effect of these price increases may not be felt immediately, as companies stocked up on tires before the tariffs were announced

Continental’s UltraContact NXT has won the Sustainability Award in Automotive 2025 in the category “Technology – Materials / Raw Materials, Recycling”. The international management consultancy Arthur D. Little and the German automotive technology magazines of the ATZ / MTZ Group honored Continental for its most sustainable series tire to date. Depending on the tire size, the UltraContact NXT has a share of up to 65 percent renewable, recycled and ISCC PLUS mass balance certified materials.

DuPont announced that four of its innovative material technologies were recognized with the prestigious 2025 Edison Awards™. Selected from hundreds of nominees, DuPont received two Gold awards, a Silver and a Bronze.

Great Place To Work® and Fortune have recognized Dow as one of the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For®. This is the fifth consecutive year the materials science company has earned the honor. This year Dow moved up significantly in the rankings from #79 last year to #25.