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Fenner Conveyors, a member of the global Michelin Group needed a solution to correctly identify the bonding layer on its rubber products – without disrupting the manufacturing process. LEIBINGER’s leading-edge IQJET printer took on the challenge, and the outstanding results speak for themselves.

Fenner Conveyors supplies state-of-the-art conveyor solutions. As a Michelin Group company, Fenner is committed to an all-sustainable approach. Its many trusted brands are recognized globally for providing innovative products and services that solve complex challenges and support sustainable growth. Fenner has been manufacturing in Australia since 1890. At its facility in Melbourne, the company produces uncured rubber for splice kits and conveyor products and has processed over 200,000 kilos of rubber compound.

Motion Industries, Inc., announced that it has acquired the net operating assets of Sunset Industrial, a Cerritos, California-based industrial distributor. The transaction closed with an effective date of November 1, 2025.

Founded in 1979, Sunset Industrial is a distributor of power transmission parts and industrial lubrication solutions, as well as services including make-to-order (MTO) parts, repairs, inventory management, safety training, and free local delivery.

Mickey Thompson Tires & Wheels introduces the Street Comp GHT, next-generation Ultra Ultra High Performance (UUHP) summer tire built for high-horsepower American muscle. Designed for drivers who demand precision, grip, and control, the GHT marks a bold reinvestment in Mickey Thompson’s street and performance tire segment—and a clear signal of where the brand is headed.

Join the leading researchers and innovators in the rubber/elastomer industry and share your expertise with our Spring Technical Meeting attendees being held by Rubber Division, ACS for the Spring Technical Meeting this April 14-16, 2026 in Warrensville Heights, Ohio.

In a key update released 6 November 2025, Continental AG disclosed its third quarter (Q3) and nine-months results for 2025, underlining the company’s ongoing shift in strategy even as it faced a challenging market environment.

Group sales in Q3 2025 reached €5.0 billion, essentially flat compared with the same period last year (-0.9 %) but delivered organic growth of 2.6 % after adjusting for currency and consolidation effects. Adjusted EBIT came in at €565 million, down 14.9 % from €664 million a year ago — though that prior-year figure benefited from a one-time payment. The adjusted EBIT margin was 11.4 % (Q3 2024: 13.3 %). Net income swung negative to −€756 million, compared with a profit of €486 million in Q3 2024, largely reflecting non-cash special effects tied to strategic realignment. Adjusted free cash flow improved slightly to €169 million, an increase of 8 % compared with €157 million a year earlier.

Whatever the season, Continental helps ensure year-round performance and safety for the Porsche Macan. The all-electric SUV is available with Continental’s SportContact 6 for uncompromising sportiness or the CrossContact RX for enhanced comfort during summer driving. For winter conditions, Porsche recommends the WinterContact TS 860 S. All tires come with the XL marking, indicating increased load capacity.