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Apollo Tyres, through Apollo Tyres Foundation (ATF), is driving sustainable agriculture by promoting environmental sustainability, biodiversity and community well-being through targeted training programmes for farmers. ATF has positively impacted 3,261 farmers in Gujarat, Kerala and Tamil Nadu, by providing them training support on enhanced crop planning, improving soil health and utilising organic manure.

Mary joined NewAge in 2008, in Supply Chain Operations. She subsequently held numerous leadership roles in operational functions which have enabled the Company to successfully navigate the incredible growth and challenges that come with servicing the BioPharma industry, including the establishment and development of Single Use Sterilization programs, the build-out of several cleanroom production suites, the Quality Management System and the expansion of the Company’s global footprint with the launch of a new manufacturing site in Europe earlier this year.

To better serve Brazil’s industrial markets, LEIBINGER has enhanced its local presence with key initiatives, including partnerships with established distributors such as Qualijet in the Southeast and Norvac in the Northeast. These collaborations ensure comprehensive coverage for industries like food and beverage, pharmaceuticals, and manufacturing, while also improving access to LEIBINGER’s solutions across the country.
By housing inventory locally, LEIBINGER further strengthens its ability to respond quickly to customer needs, reducing delivery times and ensuring the availability of products and spare parts. This localized approach emphasizes LEIBINGER’s commitment to meeting the specific challenges of Brazilian businesses.

The German Rubber Industry Association (wdk) presented its economic policy demands for the 2025 federal election in Frankfurt am Main. The program entitled “INDUSTRY MATTERS – IT’S ALL ABOUT INDUSTRY” focuses on overcoming the location crisis. To this end, the wdk is calling for a consistent reduction in bureaucracy, globally competitive energy costs and an additional strengthening of the production location with a package of measures.
“The process of deindustrialization in Germany has already begun. In order to restore the international competitiveness of large and medium-sized production sites, the next federal government must vigorously address the long-known causes,” said association president Michael Klein.

Clariant is expanding its Cangzhou production site for the manufacture of the multifunctional additive Nylostab S-EED. The new, second production line in the Hebei Province of China, will jointly be owned and operated by Clariant and its local partner Beijing Tiangang Auxiliary Co., Ltd. A commencement ceremony for the site was today hosted by the leadership teams of the two companies.

Freudenberg Sealing Technologies, the global market leader for sealing solutions, is making significant strides in enhancing the safety of modern lithium-ion batteries, thereby advancing the future of electromobility. On Tuesday, this commitment was honored with a renowned industry award. Dr. Ruth Bieringer, Vice President Material Technology at Freudenberg Sealing Technologies, received the Meyer-Galow Prize for Industrial Chemistry 2024 for two innovations – the development of high-temperature-resistant plastics and leading-edge flame protection barriers.
Bieringer, who has a doctorate in chemistry and oversees material development at the technology company, accepted the €10,000 award on December 10, 2024. Representatives of Freudenberg Sealing Technologies, the German Chemical Society (GDCh), the society’s founder Professor Dr. Erhard Meyer-Galow and others paid tribute to Dr. Bieringer’s creativity and innovative talent.

Zochem LLC announces the release of a captivating new video that highlights the remarkable achievements of 2024. This year has been particularly special for Zochem as it marks two significant milestones: the 50th anniversary of the company and the 10th anniversary of the establishment of its plant and headquarters in Dickson, Tennessee.

The video, featuring President and CEO Mohit Sharma, takes viewers on an inspiring journey through the company’s most notable accomplishments over the past year. It showcases Zochem’s commitment to innovation, collaboration, and social wellness, reflecting the company’s dedication to pushing the boundaries of Zinc Oxide manufacturing.

CEAT, an RPG company and Michelin, the global leader in tires, announced that they have entered into a definitive agreement for CEAT to acquire Camso brand’s Off-Highway construction equipment bias tire and tracks business from Michelin in an all-cash deal valued at about $225 Mn. The transaction will include the business with revenues of around $213 Mn for CY 2023 and global ownership of the Camso brand along with two state-of-the-art
manufacturing facilities.