Monday’s program at the 2026 Global Polymer Summit (GPS) will combine in-depth technical education with recognition of industry leaders and innovators. GPS 2026 offers extensive technical programming at a significantly reduced cost. Technical sessions are included with all registration types and are nearly $700 less than previous Technical Meeting registration rates.
Read MoreThe Center for the Polyurethanes Industry (CPI) of the American Chemistry Council (ACC) announced that Victoria King Meyer will serve as the keynote speaker for the 2026 Polyurethanes Technical Conference, taking place October 5-7 in Orlando, Fla.
Read MoreARLANXEO and Covestro are strengthening their collaboration to advance more sustainable solutions in synthetic rubber production. By transitioning to the use of ISCC PLUS-certified chlorine from Covestro in its chloroprene rubber (CR) production, ARLANXEO has significantly reduced the product environmental footprint (PEF) of its Baypren® product portfolio.
Read MoreEvonik is realigning its innovation activities to sharpen its focus on market-driven development and faster execution. Central to this effort is the newly established Evonik Innovation Factory, which is projected to contribute up to €300 million to the anticipated revenue growth of the company’s innovation growth areas by 2032. A central element of this approach is the fundamental transformation of Evonik’s innovation organization (Research, Development & Innovation, RD&I). In the future, approximately two-thirds of researchers will work directly within the business lines, where solutions are developed in close collaboration with customers and combined with clear economic accountability.
Read MoreEffective July 1st, 2026, Laurent Tellier will be appointed Chief Operating Officer (COO) of Arkema, reporting to Thierry le Hénaff, replacing Marc Schuller who is retiring. Laurent Tellier will oversee all of the Group’s business segments: Adhesive Solutions (Bostik), Advanced Materials (including Performance Additives and High Performance Polymers), Coating Solutions and Primary Materials.
Read MoreMAXAM Tire North America announced the promotion of Ed Petros to Forestry & Port Segment Manager, reinforcing the company’s commitment to strengthening its leadership and expertise within two of its most important specialty tire segments.
Petros brings more than 40 years of commercial tire industry experience to his new role. Raised in a family tire business and a graduate of the University of Pittsburgh, he has built a distinguished career serving the off-the-road tire market.
Akron, OH – Industry leaders are being asked to invest in the next generation of professionals by supporting a student
Read MoreRancho Cucamonga, CA – Dunlop Tires North America is expanding beyond its traditional automotive roots with new product offerings in
Read MoreAkron, OH – Larry Hern died on May 18th at the age of 82. Hern worked in the rubber industry
Read MoreBridgestone was recognized by General Motors (GM) as a 2025 Supplier of the Year, marking the company’s 11th consecutive and 24th overall recognition from GM. Bridgestone was awarded this distinction during GM’s 34th annual Supplier of the Year event in Austin, Texas. Bridgestone was one of 103 companies across 14 countries to earn GM’s 2025 Supplier of the Year out of its network of more than 20,000.
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