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The Tire Recycling Foundation (TRF) announced the theme for the 10th Tire Recycling Conference, happening May 12-14, 2026, in Denver, Colorado. The theme, “Tread Boldly: Advancing Tire Recycling Through Collective Innovation,” reflects a growing focus and shared commitment on transforming end-of-life tire (ELT) management into a fully circular, sustainable system through bold collective action, cutting-edge research and innovation.

Continental’s group sector ContiTech announced that it plans to invest more than $85 million USD to expand its manufacturing operations in Mount Pleasant, Iowa.

The plant expansion includes construction of a state-of-the-art compounding center that will integrate production, warehouse and office operations. It underscores ContiTech’s commitment to delivering high-performance, material-based technologies, with a focus on hoses and belts. This advanced facility will further strengthen ContiTech’s competitiveness and reinforce its position as customer’s first choice for material-driven solutions.

The expansion is expected to create approximately 50 new, high-quality jobs. The Iowa Economic Development Authority (IEDA) Board has approved a package of loan and tax incentives through the IEDA’s High-Quality Jobs program to support the initiative.

The Global Polymer Summit (GPS) is the destination for professionals across the rubber, elastomer and tire industries to connect, learn and grow their business. Formed by the powerful merger of the International Elastomer Conference (IEC) and the International Tire Exposition & Conference (ITEC), GPS brings together the best companies, the brightest minds and the most influential buyers all in one place.

TechnoBiz invites tire industry professionals, researchers, and business leaders to share their expertise at Tyre Tech Week 2026 being held at the Green Park Hotel in Chennai, India on February 10-12, 2026. Presentation proposals on technical innovations, manufacturing advancements, sustainability practices, leadership insights, and market trends are welcome. Please send your presentation title, short abstract (150 words), and brief biography (100 words) to peram.technobiz@gmail.com by 15 November 2025. Selected speakers will receive complimentary registration, while travel and accommodation arrangements will be the responsibility of the speakers.

Davis-Standard is in the midst of a comprehensive business transformation that is redefining our overall customer experience. From dynamic issue resolution and intelligent, predictable manufacturing to reinvesting in R&D, Davis-Standard is implementing a cultural and structural shift that centers around the customer. Customers will benefit from one of the most intelligent, connected, and capable customer care platforms in the industry.

Liberty Tire Recycling is North America’s premier end-of-life tire recycling platform, operating more than 50 facilities nationwide. The company collects and processes over 215 million tires each year, transforming them into reusable materials that support industrial, commercial, and consumer markets.

The acquisition adds Liberty to I Squared’s expanding portfolio of sustainable infrastructure companies and underscores the firm’s commitment to building businesses that deliver both economic growth and environmental impact.

KRAIBURG TPE has unveiled its Light Effect TPE series — a material innovation designed to elevate both the functionality and aesthetics of smart electronic devices. Engineered for light transmission and tactile comfort, the new TPE compounds are tailored to meet the evolving demands of consumer electronics, smart home devices, and wearables.

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.

Based 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.