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Kuraray Co., Ltd. announced that Kuraray Holdings U.S.A., Inc. has formed a ten-year virtual power purchase agreement (VPPA) starting in October 2025 through Tokyo Gas America Ltd. (hereinafter, “Tokyo Gas America”), a United States-based subsidiary of TOKYO GAS CO., LTD., with the aim of shifting to renewable energy in the U.S.

Continental’s engineers developed the EcoContact 6 Q with energy-efficient driving in mind – suitable for a wide variety of vehicle models, regardless of their drive type. This is made possible by the tire’s special rubber compound, which reduces energy absorption and therefore rolling resistance while driving. Continental also optimized the tread design of the EcoContact 6 Q to minimize rolling noise. The tire combines short braking distances with reliable grip on both wet and dry roads, along with excellent cornering stability – even at high speeds.

Bridgestone Americas debuted the Bridgestone V-Steel Highway Service 3 (VHS3) tire for mobile and all-terrain cranes. The high-speed radial tire is designed with fleet performance in mind, delivering stability and control while lifting heavy loads and when moving between on- and off-the-road environments. This addition to the company’s expanding portfolio of specialty tires underscores the company’s commitment to innovation for all forms of mobility.

Bounce Innovation Hub, in partnership with the Polymer Industry Cluster, has announced the selected companies for the inaugural Synthe6 Materials Accelerator cohort, a new 12-month accelerator for polymer and materials science startups. In this first cohort, early-stage companies are accelerated with grant funding, commercialization training, and access to industry leaders through the Polymer Industry Cluster.

Huntsman Advanced Materials, a division of Huntsman Corporation, has announced the launch of a newly reformulated range of ARALDITE® epoxy adhesives that are free from intentionally added BPA (Bisphenol A) and substances classified as CMR (Carcinogenic, Mutagenic, or Reprotoxic) under the EU’s CLP regulation.

‘Design Innovation Day’ serves as a platform for Hankook Tire to showcase its mobility technology vision and innovative design achievements, while presenting new solutions that integrate innovation, design, and sustainability. The event also reinforces collaboration with global partners to accelerate the company’s leadership in future mobility.

This year’s event brought together Hankook employees and key partners, including LG Electronics, Harvestance, and CALMANTECH. The gathering highlighted innovative design achievements and visions spanning sustainable manufacturing innovations enabled by 3D printing, robotics, and autonomous driving technologies.

Pawcatuck, RI – Teknor Apex has promoted Michelle Laflamme to Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO), effective October 1, 2025. In

The ARLANXEO Chloroprene Rubber (CR) plant in Dormagen, Germany, whose grades are marketed under the Baypren® brand name, has recently been awarded the prestigious International Sustainability and Carbon Certification (ISCC) PLUS standard. This makes it the company’s sixth plant to receive this recognition.

Lehigh University’s Polymer Science & Engineering Department is marking its 50th anniversary with a full-day educational symposium in collaboration with the Mid Atlantic Rubber and Plastics Group (MARPG). The event, set for Tuesday, October 21, 2025, will take place at Lehigh’s Iacocca Hall and is open to both in-person and remote attendees.

The company reported net revenue of $892 million, a 2.8 percent decline compared to the same quarter last year. However, when adjusted for the divestiture of its flooring business, revenue rose 1.6 percent year-over-year. Organic revenue declined slightly by 0.9 percent, as pricing gains of 1.0 percent were offset by lower volume. Foreign currency translation contributed positively by 1.0 percent, while acquisitions and divestitures had a net negative impact of 2.9 percent.
Gross profit for the quarter was $285 million, with adjusted gross profit reaching $288 million. The adjusted gross profit margin rose to 32.3 percent, an increase of 190 basis points from the prior year. This improvement was driven by favorable pricing strategies, raw material cost actions, portfolio adjustments, and targeted cost reductions