Shibaura Machine, a Japanese manufacturer of injection molding equipment, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to acquire 80% of the shares in Germany-based LWB Steinl GmbH. This move is part of Shibaura’s strategy to expand its presence in Europe, especially in the rubber and plastics molding market. WB’s site in Altdorf, Germany, will become Shibaura’s European headquarters and production hub.
Read MoreHuntsman has expanded its distribution relationship with WOBATEK Kunststoffvertriebs GmbH, a specialist provider of engineering plastics for industrial applications in Central and Eastern Europe.
Under the terms of a new agreement, WOBATEK will now distribute Huntsman’s AVALON®, IROGRAN® and IROSTIC® TPU products in Austria and Poland, as well as Southern Germany, Czech Republic and Switzerland.
Read MoreBased in Switzerland and reporting to CEO Carsten Harms, Jesse brings extensive international experience in the sales and marketing of Standard Polymers and related core segments, having led teams across EMEA, the USA and Saudi Arabia. Most recently, he served as EMEA Consumer and Packaging Director at Barcelona-based Nexeo Plastics, where he led a Pan-European strategic development team for sustainable growth and customer engagement across the EMEA core markets and segments, including packaging.
Read MoreCabot Corporation announced that it has enhanced its manufacturing capabilities in North America for circular reinforcing carbons powered by its EVOLVE® Sustainable Solutions technology platform. With this milestone, Cabot’s site in Ville Platte, Louisiana, USA joins Mauá, Brazil and Valasske Mezirici (Valmez), Czech Republic as manufacturing locations with demonstrated circular reinforcing carbons production capability. The circular reinforcing carbons are made using tire pyrolysis oil (TPO) derived from end-of-life tires that leverage an International Sustainability & Carbon Certification (ISCC) PLUS mass balance approach. Furthermore, Cabot has expanded its global network of ISCC PLUS certified sites to 14 facilities, enhancing the supply of certified sustainable solutions while advancing the company’s commitment to a circular, sustainable economy.
Read MoreBridgestone launched the brand-new Firestone FS592 steer tire for long haul and regional trucking fleets. The ‘set-it-and-forget-it’ workhorse tire is designed with an additional 32nd of tread depth and a wider footprint to deliver more removal miles than its predecessor while maintaining a trusted, durable tread pattern. The FS592 comes in four sizes, is EPA SmartWay certified and engineered with the company’s next-generation ENLITEN technology
Read MoreK 2025 came to a successful close in Düsseldorf, Germany on October 15, 2025, after eight days. In view of the current difficult economic conditions, many companies in the plastics and rubber industry came to Düsseldorf with rather cautious expectations However, the atmosphere at the fully booked exhibition center was excellent on all days of the trade fair. The plastics and rubber industry presented itself as more innovative, international and determined than ever to actively shape the transition to more sustainability, digitalization and social responsibility.
Read MoreThe award, which recognizes individuals whose leadership, innovation, and commitment to sound science have made a lasting impact on CPI and the polyurethanes industry, was presented during the awards luncheon at the 2025 Polyurethanes Technical Conference in St. Louis, Mo.
“CPI is immensely grateful for David’s long-time contributions to the polyurethanes industry,” said Jason Sloan, Director, CPI. “In every way, he represents what this award is about – expertise, leadership, and building for the future.”
Continental’s Tires group sector has appointed two new managers. On September 1, 2025, Jana Striezel assumed responsibility for global purchasing at Continental Tires and Dennis Bellmund became head of the tire manufacturer’s global original equipment business. In their new roles, both report directly to Christian Kötz, member of the Executive Board of Continental AG and head of the Tires group sector.
Read MoreLiberty Tire Recycling announced that its employees and partners raised $132,785 in 2025 to support Blessings in a Backpack, a national nonprofit organization dedicated to fighting childhood hunger by providing food on weekends to school-aged children who might otherwise go hungry.
This marks the second year of Liberty’s partnership with Blessings in a Backpack. With each contribution, Liberty is helping ensure that children across America have access to nutritious meals outside of school hours. Just $175 feeds a child every weekend of the school year, meaning Liberty’s support translates into thousands of hunger-free weekends for kids in need.
Read MoreACCESS Rudolf Technologies, LP, a wholly owned subsidiary of Rudolf, announced the launch of a refreshed brand identity for its organofunctional silane product line, marking a significant milestone in the company’s commitment to sourcing, global identity, and customer-focused consistency.
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