Mitsui Chemicals Inc., Idemitsu Kosan Co., Ltd. and Sumitomo Chemical Co., Ltd. said they have received clearance from Japan’s antitrust regulator for a planned integration of polyolefin businesses.
Read MoreThe Global Platform for Sustainable Natural Rubber (GPSNR) announced a three-year partnership with Berlin-based social enterprise Elucid to deliver healthcare access to 1,800 rubber farmers and their households. This will benefit approximately 9,000 individuals in Côte d’Ivoire. The initiative is funded through GPSNR’s Shared Investment Mechanism (SIM) by 13 tire and rubber companies: Aeolus Tyre Co., Ltd., Apollo Tyres Ltd., Balkrishna Industries Ltd. (BKT), The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company, Hankook Tire & Technology, Kumho Tire Co., Inc., Maxxis International, Nokian Tyres plc, Prometeon Tyre Group, Sumitomo Riko Company Limited, Sumitomo Rubber Industries, Ltd., Toyo Tire Corporation, and The Yokohama Rubber Co., Ltd.
Read MoreThe Rubber Division, ACS, organizers of the Global Polymer Summit are encouraging professionals, researchers and industry leaders to submit abstracts by May 31, highlighting the benefits of presenting at the event.
Serving as a speaker offers opportunities to contribute to the advancement of polymer science and related industries. Presenters can share research findings and innovations, helping to drive discussion on emerging topics while gaining feedback and insights from peers.
Read MoreThe Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company announced that Travis Parman has joined the company as chief communications officer, reporting to Chief Executive Officer and President Mark Stewart.
As chief communications officer, Parman will lead global communications, including media relations, associate communications and corporate reputation. One of his areas of focus is sharing the company’s transformation journey and supporting its business strategy, as Goodyear works toward its vision of being #1 in Tires and Service.
Read MoreIn the April issue of Rubber World Magazine, we feature the following articles and more. Increasing recycled content of an
Read MoreBorouge, originally a joint venture between ADNOC and Borealis (in which OMV holds a major stake), has grown into a major producer of polyethylene and polypropylene. The new Borouge International structure builds on that foundation to accelerate international expansion.
Read MoreToday, Solvay opens its 2026 call for projects, inviting people with practical, hands‑on ideas to apply for support of up to €10,000 per initiative. Applications are open from April 15, 2026 until September 30, 2026 and are managed with the support of the King Baudouin Foundation.
Read MoreBFGoodrich Tires has released its first-ever Performance Driving Guide, offering enthusiasts driver education as well as advice on tire and vehicle setup from pro driver Ross Bentley and experts at BFGoodrich.
The free guide offers valuable insights not only for racing enthusiasts, but also for everyday drivers. Available both in print and online, it covers a variety of topics, with helpful tips and engaging images
Read MoreARLANXEO inaugurated its Innovation Center Asia (ICA) in Changzhou, China. The new center was created by upgrading the existing Regional Technical Center (RTC) into an Asia hub for innovation, expandin
Read MoreBuild momentum this May with training opportunities from the Rubber Division, ACS, designed to strengthen your technical expertise and professional impact. From advanced compounding and emerging materials to communication skills that elevate your influence, these sessions deliver practical value you can apply right away.
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