In this special Cover Story Interview, Rubber Review is privileged to engage with Dr. S. N. Chakravarty, a visionary whose six-decade legacy continues to guide the present and shape the future of rubber technology. His insights, experiences, and reflections are an invaluable source of learning for our global readership.
Read MoreRubber Division, ACS is encouraging students interested in chemistry, polymers, elastomers and rubber technology to become student members to support their education and help prepare for careers in the industry.
Read MoreBridgestone Corporation (Bridgestone) announced its motorsports activity plans for 2026. The company will continue to support a wide range of motorsports both in Japan and abroad, from top-tier races to grassroots race events for amateur drivers. The Bridgestone “POTENZA” brand will be at the forefront of four-wheel racing, while the “BATTLAX” brand will power two-wheel competitions.
Read MoreUnivar Solutions B.V., a subsidiary of Univar Solutions LLC, has expanded its distribution partnership with SI Group to supply a broader range of performance additives across select markets in Europe, the Middle East and Africa.
The agreement, announced March 11, extends the companies’ collaboration through the Ingredients + Specialties division of Univar Solutions and covers SI Group’s portfolio of additives used in plastics, rubber and adhesives manufacturing. The products include antioxidants, stabilizers, ultraviolet light stabilizers and impact modifiers.
Read MoreSpecialty chemicals company LANXESS is raising its prices for its functional additives for the manufacture of tires and specialty rubbers by 15 to 50 percent with immediate effect
Read MoreMilitary conflict in the Middle East has led to significant disruption in global supply chains, resulting in significantly increased costs for raw materials and logistics WACKER will therefore significantly raise its prices for dispersions, resins and dispersible polymer powders effective April 1, 2026.
Read MoreARLANXEO announced that its Therban® (HNBR) and Buna® (BR) manufacturing units at the Orange, Texas site have successfully achieved ISCC PLUS certification. This certification enables the site to manufacture and supply products under the ARLANXEO Eco label. The ARLANXEO Eco Line comprises the company’s portfolio of ISCC PLUS-certified sustainable elastomers based on the mass balance approach.
Read MoreNewmarket, ONT — AirBoss of America Corp. reported higher revenue and improved profitability in the fourth quarter and full year
Read MoreThe company reported 2025 sales of €5.49 billion, down 4.1% from €5.72 billion in 2024 as weak demand and challenging market conditions weighed on several business segments. Earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization (EBITDA) fell 43% to €426.7 million, while the company recorded a net loss of €804.9 million for the year.
Read MoreDUNLOP announce that it has begun supplying DUNLOP GRANDTREK PT20 for use as factory standard tires on the all-new Outback (US model), which was launched in the US in April 2025.
The all-new Outback is an SUV, which incorporates elements of “adventure” and offers refined driving performance while focusing on accompanying customers in their everyday lives.
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