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The global conductive silicone rubber market forecast at $19.6 billion by 2034

The Conductive Silicone Rubber Market Size valued at USD 19.61 Billion by 2034 with a CAGR: 8.3% according to Polaris Marketing Research and Consulting. The global conductive silicone rubber market is on the rise, mainly due to its unique characteristics—such as electrical conductivity, flexibility, and thermal stability. Conductive silicone rubber is considered an advanced material and serves multiple applications across industries such as electronics, automotive, healthcare, and energy due to its exceptional performance in extreme environments.

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The All India Rubber Association names Anay Gupta president

The All India Rubber Industries Association (AIRIA) has announced its new President and new Office Bearers for the year 2025-2026. The announcement was made at the 73rd Annual General Meeting 2024-2025, held on October 28, 2025, at The Westin Powai Lake, Mumbai.
Mr. Anay Gupta – President (AIRIA) – Managing Director – Vinko Auto Industries Ltd, Delhi
Mr. K Ganesh – Sr. Vice- President (AIRIA) – Managing Director – MRP Autorub Group of Companies, Chennai
Mr. Vinod Bansal – Vice-President (AIRIA) – Managing Director – Jayshree Polymers Pvt. Ltd., Pune

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Vredestein tires celebrated design and heritage at the Audrain Newport Concours Motor Week

Vredestein, a premium tire brand from Apollo Tyres Ltd, made a memorable return to the Audrain Newport Concours and Motor Week, one of America’s most celebrated automotive gatherings.

Set against Newport’s historic seaside backdrop, the Audrain event attracts some of the world’s most remarkable automobiles — where heritage, innovation and craftsmanship meet. It provided the perfect stage for Vredestein to showcase its legacy of design-led performance.

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Goodyear launches the Eagle F1 all season tire

The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company announced the launch of the Goodyear Eagle F1 All Season, a premium ultra-high-performance tire engineered to deliver exceptional handling, grip and comfort in dry, wet and light snow conditions.

Designed for drivers who demand year-round performance without compromise, the Goodyear Eagle F1 All Season expands Goodyear’s legacy in the performance segment. This tire brings motorsport-inspired innovation to everyday driving, offering cutting-edge technology for vehicles ranging from luxury sedans and sports coupes to performance-oriented crossovers.

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The Rubber Division needs your input

The Rubber Division, ACS Education Committee is planning future courses and professional development opportunities and they want your input. Your feedback helps ensure that their training topics, formats and delivery methods meet the real needs of today’s rubber and polymer professionals.

This short survey will take about three minutes to complete AND they will offer you $100 off an upcoming course.

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Dow posts lower Q3 sales but improves cash flow amid ongoing market pressure

Dow Inc. reported third-quarter 2025 net sales of approximately $10.0 billion, representing an 8 percent year-over-year decline, with all operating segments showing decreases.

GAAP net income stood at $124 million, compared to $240 million a year ago. Operating EBIT (non-GAAP) fell to $180 million from $641 million the prior year period. The company pointed to pressure from lower prices and weaker equity earnings, partly offset by cost reduction efforts.

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Clariant reduces board of directors from eleven to eight members

Clariant announced that the Board of Directors decided to reduce its size from eleven to eight members, right-sizing the Board to align with Clariant’s streamlined operations and addressing investor concerns on independence, tenure and gender diversity. In support of these efforts, five directors, Roberto Gualdoni, Geoffery Merszei, Eveline Saupper, Peter Steiner, and Konstantin Winterstein will not stand for reelection at the 2026 AGM on 1 April 2026. The Board will propose two new, independent Board members to the shareholders as appropriate ahead of the 2026 AGM.

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Continental honored as best conveyor belt supplier in Chile

The awards, presented by Phibrand, acknowledge excellence among suppliers serving Chile’s mining industry. The 2025 survey included nearly 60 leading large- and medium-sized mining companies, and approximately 400 industry users were interviewed between June and August. Conducted every two years, the study evaluates key factors such as quality, flexibility, and performance and, for the first time this year, sustainability was also a decisive category.

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