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Continental is launching the new Conti Urban HA 5 NXT city bus tire at the leading trade fair, Busworld Europe, in Brussels. The Conti Urban HA 5 NXT is the manufacturer’s most advanced city bus tire to date: up to 60 percent of the materials used are renewable, recycled and ISCC PLUS mass-balance-certified. By reducing rolling resistance by 25 percent, Continental enables electric buses to operate more efficiently and extend their range by up to 15 percent. At the same time, a newly developed tread compound delivers up to 15 percent higher mileage compared to the Conti Urban HA 3, while still maintaining the proven EU label class B rating for wet grip.

Hankook Tire & Technology was honored with the Community Contribution Award at the 1st CSR Awards for Korean Companies in Hungary, organized by the Embassy of the Republic of Korea in Hungary, held in Budapest on September 19 (local time).

The event was hosted by the Embassy of the Republic of Korea in Hungary, in collaboration with the Korea Trade-Investment Promotion Agency (KOTRA), and the Hungarian Investment Promotion Agency (HIPA). The awards aimed to encourage CSR activities by Korean companies operating in Hungary and sharing best practices from eight exemplary enterprises, including Hankook Tire.

In a move that aligns with the growing demand for eco-conscious mobility solutions, KRAIBURG TPE has launched a new thermoplastic elastomer (TPE) series specifically designed for e-bike handles. The THERMOLAST® R RC/UV/AP series combines sustainability, performance, and ergonomic design to meet the evolving needs of the micromobility market.

K 2025 is the world’s leading trade fair for the plastics and rubber industry – a global hub for innovation, an international networking platform, and a driving force for sustainable development. This year, the spotlight is on circular economy, resource efficiency, and climate protection – perfectly aligning with the mission of the Allianz Zukunft Reifen (AZuR). Together with eight partner organizations, AZuR will showcase hands-on, forward-looking, and cross-industry solutions for a functioning circular economy for End-of-Life tires (ELT) at the Rubber Street in Hall 6, Booth 6C54/06.

MAXAM’s AgriXtra series now includes new fitments specifically built for the most demanding equipment categories, including high horsepower tractors, sprayers, floaters and harvesters. With growing equipment sizes and higher load requirements becoming the norm across the agricultural industry, these tire solutions are engineered with advanced casing technology and steel belted construction to deliver exceptional strength, flotation, and endurance – while reducing ground impact and enhancing overall productivity.

As new technologies, workforce expectations and environmental challenges continue to shape the field of engineering, continuous upskilling is essential. UWM’s expert-led, career-focused programs offer practical training in areas such as electric power, mechanical engineering, plastics and rubber, facility management, manufacturing and Six Sigma.

Waldkraiburg, Germany – Biesterfeld, one of the international leading distribution and service companies in the field of plastics, rubber and

Following the successful spin-off of Aumovio, Continental AG’s Supervisory Board is undergoing personnel changes. Stefan E. Buchner stepped down on September 4, 2025, to become the new chair of the Supervisory Board of Aumovio SE. Dr. Gunter Dunkel resigned effective September 17, 2025. Sabrina Soussan will join the Continental Supervisory Board as the new shareholder representative, with the local court expecting to appoint her at the end of September 2025. She will be nominated for election at the Annual Shareholders’ Meeting on April 30, 2026, after which the Supervisory Board is expected to elect her as its chair. She will succeed Prof. Wolfgang Reitzle, who will step down from the Continental Supervisory Board at the close of the Annual Shareholders’ Meeting as planned after 16 years.

Davis-Standard Global Services (DSGS), the aftermarket arm for Davis-Standard’s flagship and specialty brands (Brampton Engineering, Deacro, Gamma Machinery, and TSL Thermoforming), will share the advantages of full-featured customer service during K Show 2025. With the largest service-installed base worldwide, DSGS is a unifying force committed to machine uptime, optimized efficiency, multiple touch points for customers, and cross-training for a streamlined and receptive process.