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Datwyler has received validation of its near-term, group-wide greenhouse gas reduction targets by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). The validation confirms that Datwyler’s climate targets are aligned with current climate science and the objectives of the Paris Climate Agreement.

NewtonWorks Corporation announces its return to The Gasket & Seals Show, part of Materials Week Europe, taking place at RAI Amsterdam from February 24 to 26, 2026. The NewtonWorks team will be exhibiting at Booth 531, where attendees can see live demonstrations of NewtonSuite eSeal, the company’s rubber seal analysis technology.

WF Recycle-Tech announces that Farrel Pomini, a member of Hf Group, has acquired majority ownership of the company, increasing its stake from a minority ownership position established in 2021. This milestone further strengthens the collaboration and accelerates the global commercialization of WF Recycle-Tech’s patented tire pyrolysis technology.

Trelleborg Sealing Solutions has unveiled Innovation Days 2026, a flagship event focusing on collaboration, cutting-edge technology and tailored engineering solutions that address tomorrow’s industrial challenges.

Bridgestone Corporation announced that it has entered into an agreement to sell its group company, Bridgestone Metalpha (Thailand) Co., Ltd. (“BMT”) and Bridgestone (Shenyang) Steel Cord Co., Ltd. (“BSSS”) to NV. Bekaert S.A. (“Bekaert”).

Borealis announces a EUR 49 million strategic investment to scale up production of Borstar® Nextension polypropylene (PP) at its manufacturing site in Burghausen, Germany. This will expand commercial production of next-generation single-site polypropylene (ssPP) grades that deliver enhanced purity, processability, and performance – supporting customers in key sectors including packaging, healthcare, mobility, and fibers, to meet evolving market and regulatory demands.

Continental will fit the new Audi A6 with its summer tires as standard. The Ingolstadt-based car manufacturer has approved two options for its premium mid-size model: the high-performance SportContact 7 and the efficiency-focused EcoContact 6 Q.

Join AMAP for their 2026 March Educational Workshop at the Hilton Baton Rouge Capitol Center in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, this March 9-11. This event offers an excellent opportunity to connect with fellow professionals and organizations in the industry while gaining valuable insights from educational sessions led by renowned industry experts.

Birla Carbon will participate in NanoTech 2026, scheduled to take place from January 28 – 30, 2026, in Tokyo, Japan. Birla Carbon will be present at Booth 3W-A11, showcasing its range of high-performance multi-walled carbon nanotube (MWCNT) solutions and advanced engineered formulations under the Nanocyl brand. These solutions are designed to enhance material efficiency, optimize costs, and enable energy savings across industries like energy storage, automotive, electronics, and transportation.