The 2026 Global Polymer Summit Expo continues today in Louisville. Wednesday’s program offers a full day of educational sessions, industry networking and exhibition activities for rubber professionals and attendees.
Registration and the expo will be open throughout the day, with the Expo Floor operating from 10:15 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Attendees can also visit the Headshot Station from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Read MoreThe 2026 Global Polymer Summit Expo is set to open today in Louisville, bringing polymer and rubber industry professionals from around the world together for three days of technical presentations, education, networking and industry events. The Expo will showcase the latest products, services and technologies from top exhibitors across the tire, rubber and elastomer industries. Attendees will have the opportunity to explore cutting-edge innovations, meet industry leaders and network with peers. Over 100 technical, business and industry presentations and panels will be featured in five Expo theaters.
Read MoreContinental has significantly expanded its global portfolio of ultra-high-performance (UHP) tires – tires measuring 18 inches and above – over the past five years and plans to strengthen this segment further in the future. By the end of 2027, the company will add more than 650 new tire sizes across all tire lines, for both original equipment on new cars and the replacement market.
Read MoreThe investment plan will support Pirelli’s growth in the High Value segment in the United States, the world’s largest market for this segment, accounting for approximately 40% of global volumes. The project will strengthen the company’s local-for-local strategy, enhance supply chain resilience, and meet the growing demand for technologically advanced “Made in USA” products. Furthermore, the investment reinforces Pirelli’s long-term commitment to the country, where the company has operated in the State of Georgia since 2002 and established strong relationships with government institutions, local authorities, and universities.
Read MoreSumitomo Rubber Industries Ltd. said it will discontinue its supply of karting tires at the end of 2027, ending a business that has operated for more than five decades.
The company, which supplies karting tires under the Dunlop brand, said Sept. 4 that the decision was made as part of its medium- to long-term management strategy and in response to changes in the business environment.
Read MoreLion Elastomers has appointed Intertex World Resources, Inc. as its exclusive distributor in North America for Royalene® EPDM, SBR and NBR produced at its plants in Geismar, Louisiana and Port Neches, Texas. Intertex will also distribute Trilene Liquid EPDM in the North American market. The agreement is effective September 15, 2026.
Read MoreContinental has significantly expanded its global portfolio of ultra-high-performance (UHP) tires – tires measuring 18 inches and above – over the past five years and plans to strengthen this segment further in the future. By the end of 2027, the company will add more than 650 new tire sizes across all tire lines, for both original equipment on new cars and the replacement market.
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Read MoreDunlop Tire North America says California’s Replacement Tire Efficiency Program could produce different financial outcomes for consumers depending on tire type, price and service life.
In an analysis released Sept. 15, DTNA examined three replacement-tire scenarios and compared them with the California Energy Commission’s projected $153 net consumer savings for a typical Phase 2 passenger tire.
Read MoreEvery year, VMI takes on a sportive challenge to raise money for charity. This year, VMI participated in Ventoux3, the fundraising event in support of the Erasmus MC Foundation. The amount of €125,145 marks the highest total ever raised by VMI for a charity event.
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