Hundreds of rubber farmers and traders took to the streets of Sekondi in a spirited protest on Tuesday, strongly opposing government discussions to restrict or ban exports of raw rubber, warning that such policies could harm livelihoods and destabilize the nation’s rubber sector.
Read MoreARLANXEO inaugurated its new Therban® hydrogenated nitrile butadiene rubber (“HNBR”) plant in Changzhou, China. The new plant supports expanding ARLANXEO’s HNBR production footprint and its ability to deliver reliable, high-quality elastomer solutions to customers across China and the Asia-Pacific region, while helping meet the growing demand for advanced rubber materials in strategic sectors, such as new energy, new mobility, and other industrial applications.
Read MoreThe International Rubber Study Group (IRSG) has released its Rubber Statistical Bulletin for the third quarter of 2025, outlining recent developments in global rubber production and consumption.
Global rubber consumption declined by 2.1% in Q3 2025 compared with the same period in 2024. On a year-to-date (YTD) basis, however, global consumption remained 0.6% higher, reflecting stronger demand earlier in the year.
Read MoreThe Rubber Division, ACS invites your submissions for inclusion in our Global Polymer Summit Technical Presentations & Student Symposium being held September 28-30 in Louisville, KY. This forum offers a unique opportunity to share insights, engage with peers and strengthen your presence in the field.
Submission Deadline: May 31, 2026
Read MoreEconomic activity in the manufacturing sector expanded in January for the first time in 12 months, preceded by 26 straight months of contraction, say the nation’s supply executives in the latest ISM® Manufacturing PMI® Report.
Read MoreThe Rubber Division, ACS, announced an important update about the 2026 Global Polymer Summit.
The 2026 GPS will feature a three-day program, including a two-day expo experience. This change is designed to slow the pace, create more balance, and allow for stronger connections, deeper conversations, and a more intentional experience for exhibitors and attendees.
Read MoreThe Rubber Division, ACS introduces ElastIQ (pronounced E-lass-TEEK), the friendly rubber.org chatbot ready to help you explore our learning/training opportunities, events, industry resources and all the ways professionals, companies and students can engage with the organization.
Read MoreIn this Cover Story interview in the “Rubber Review” Magazine, Nick Molden reflects on his professional journey, the evolution of
Read MoreContinental is developing tires with exceptionally low rolling noise, helping to reduce overall traffic noise and improve comfort inside the vehicle. This is made possible by innovative technologies and tread designs. Alongside air pollution, noise is one of the biggest burdens for people and the environment – especially in urban areas. The World Health Organization (WHO) ranks traffic noise as Europe’s second-largest environmental health risk. In megacities across Asia and Latin America, noise is a daily challenge. Reducing overall noise emissions is therefore crucial – and tire noise is no exception.
Read MoreTrelleborg 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.
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