Chemicals company Evonik is realigning its strategic research unit. The Evonik Innovation Factory operates as an entrepreneurial development unit, accelerating the transition of technological breakthroughs into industrial applications. As the successor to Creavis, it has a clear mandate: innovation with speed, market focus, and application relevance.
Read MoreFor over 100 years, Cooper has earned the trust of drivers who demand more from their tires—and themselves. This heritage runs through the new identity, which pairs Cooper’s proven DNA with a modern aesthetic. The result is a look that signals strength, purpose, and confidence.
The new visual brand system includes updates to its brand marks, a refined color palette, and a more contemporary design language intended to help the brand cut through in crowded retail environments and digital marketplaces.
Read MoreBridgestone has been named to the Forbes 2026 Best Brands for Social Impact list for the third consecutive year. The company landed at #20, rising 71 spots from 2025 in the annual ranking. Bridgestone achieved the highest ranking among tire manufacturers, auto repair, and maintenance companies, reflecting its strong reputation among consumers.
Read MoreThe Rubber Division, ACS, has expanded their professional development library with new on-demand training options. In addition to their established Self-paced Basic, Intermediate and Advanced Rubber Technology courses, you can now access recordings of select past courses and webinars anytime it fits your schedule.
Read MoreTechnoBiz has announced the upcoming editions of Rubber Week 2026, its flagship global executive forum dedicated to rubber science, technology, and industry advancement. The events will be held in Vienna, Austria (9–12 June 2026) and Bengaluru, India (29–31 July 2026), bringing together industry leaders, researchers, and subject‑matter experts from around the world.
Read MoreWACKER has successfully completed the second expansion phase at its production site in Panagarh, India. In addition to silicone rubber, the site now also operates a production complex (left) for silicone emulsions.
The goods manufactured at the 15,000-square-meter complex fully comply with the good manufacturing practice (GMP) guidelines of the European Federation for Cosmetic Ingredients EFfCI. “Our facilities in Panagarh are truly world-class and will produce top-quality, high-purity products which are in great demand, in particular in the cosmetics and personal care industries,” announced WACKER Executive Board member Christian Kirsten at the commissioning ceremony.
Read MoreThe Rubber Division is hosting a special symposium Wednesday, April 15; 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. at the Spring Technical Meeting that examines how elastomers deform, age, and ultimately fail, integrating insights from weathering studies, fracture and rupture mechanisms, and precision measurements
Read MoreThe company reported revenue of 5.673 billion euros ($6.1 billion) for 2025, down 10.9% from the previous year, while earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization (EBITDA) pre-exceptionals fell 16.9% to 510 million euros.
LANXESS attributed the downturn to persistently weak demand across most customer industries, lower sales volumes and continued pricing pressure, particularly from Asian competitors. Lower raw material costs also contributed to reduced selling prices, while unfavorable currency effects and the sale of its Urethane Systems business in April 2025 further weighed on results.
Read MoreBekaert announced it has reached an agreement with Bridgestone to acquire the tire reinforcement business in China and Thailand. Both companies signed a long-term supply agreement, coupled with the transfer of two of Bridgestone’s captive tire cord manufacturing sites. Bekaert thereby strengthens the leading position of its Rubber Reinforcement division in the global tire reinforcement market. The transaction is expected to close in the first half of 2026, subject to applicable regulatory approvals and customary closing conditions.
Read MoreIn the March issue of Rubber World we cover the following topics and more. Sustainability in NBR compounds through replacement
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