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ontinental’s tire plant in Lousado, Portugal, recently received the International Sustainability and Carbon Certification (ISCC) PLUS. This internationally recognized certification confirms Continental’s compliance with special sustainability standards at its Lousado plant. It also attests to transparency regarding the traceability of the raw materials used in the production processes. By certifying the raw materials, Continental can ensure complete traceability of materials from sustainable sources. This represents yet another important milestone along the road toward 100 percent sustainable materials in the premium manufacturer’s tire products by 2050 at the latest.

Under the umbrella of the Zeppelin Sustainable Tire Alliance, which was launched in March 2023, plant engineer Zeppelin Systems is pursuing the goal of making the tire industry more sustainable. There is a need for new, environmentally minded thinking here, not only in terms of tire production but also tire recycling, particularly with a view to the circular economy. In order to put this vision into practice at various points in the tire value chain, the Zeppelin Sustainable Tire Alliance technology initiative brings a number of international companies together under one umbrella. Now Siemens AG is also on board in the alliance, as a technological innovation driver for automation and digitalization.

Enviro has been nominated in the category Industry Achievement Award in the Tyre Recycling Sector at the 2023 edition of the Recircle Awards. The award recognizes particularly noteworthy technological achievements within tire recycling, and Enviro is nominated for the company’s pioneering work within the tire pyrolysis sector.

The joint venture between Sumitomo Rubber Industries, Ltd., Sumitomo Riko Company Limited, Sumitomo Electric Industries, Ltd. and LanzaTech is exploring cutting-edge technologies such as chemical recycling (gasification or pyrolysis) and fermentation. These processes convert waste materials such as rubber, resin, polyurethane and metal into valuable resources that can be reintegrated into the production cycle.

Future of Chemical Recycling 2024 will take place on 31st January & 1st February 2024, in Rotterdam, The Netherlands.
ACI announced two senior experts from CE Delft as speakers

InnoVent Renewables announces its formation with a corporate mission to drive renewable energy forward by mitigating the global environmental challenge of waste tires. InnoVent Renewables launched as a U.S.-based technology and operations company with a proprietary continuous pyrolysis technology that converts waste tires, plastics, and biomass into valuable fuels and chemicals.

Global bioplastics production to triple by 2026 (2.4 million tons to 7.5 million tons), driven by eco-friendly demand. Biodegradable, renewable-source polymers combat harm caused by non-biodegradable plastics. Stringent regulations in Europe and North America boost bio-based plastics. Innovation and new perspectives emerge in the bioplastics industry. Industries actively adopt sustainable alternatives, reshaping material sourcing and product development. Automotive sector’s quest for lightweight, eco-conscious materials fuels bioplastics market growth. A pivotal shift towards innovation and sustainability underscores the industry’s trajectory. Anticipated bioplastics surge signifies a transformative vision for a greener future.

Vanderbilt Chemicals, LLC announced the recent promotions of Dan Murphy and Brian Gauquier

At a meeting of Camex’s Executive Management Committee, held August 15, the Federal Government of Brazil approved the increase in the tax rate applied to imports of natural rubber. The elastomer tax will increase from 3.2% to 10.8% for a period of 24 months.