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Kraton Corporation announces a general price increase of 440 USD/MT for all Kraton HSBC polymers. This price increase is driven by recent significant cost increases in raw materials, energy and logistics costs

Apollo Tyres has announced the launch of two new ‘Go The Distance’ Pitches in India, in Chennai and Pune. Showcasing its commitment to sustainability, the leading tire maker has used 100% repurposed rubber from its own tires, to create the playing surface for the artificial football pitches. In addition to the reuse of discarded/end of life tires to create these pitches, this will also encourage the next generation of talent to come to the fore.

Dow announced a new product extension of VORASURF™ Silicone Surfactants to support the growing demand for enhanced energy efficiency and sustainable solutions in the rigid polyurethane foam market, with a specific focus on spray and construction applications.

Quadion LLC, d.b.a. Minnesota Rubber and Plastics (MRP) announced its acquisition of Primasil Silicones Ltd. (Primasil), a Weobley, U.K.-based custom silicone rubber compounder, mixer and manufacturer specializing in the medical, HVAC and specialty industrial end markets.

Radar Tires announced the launch of its next generation all-terrain range the RENEGADE A/T PRO. This new range features a Rattlesnake inspired dual-sidewall design that allows drivers to customize the look of their vehicle. The aggressive new RENEGADE A/T PRO is specifically designed for SUV and light truck drivers to take on the toughest challenges off-road, while giving a quiet and comfortable ride on-road.

Lubrizol Engineered Polymers has developed a high-performing ESTANE® thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU) solution for vegan and sustainable synthetic leather applications that delivers high durability, enhanced comfort and pleasing aesthetics. This advanced ESTANE TPU technology also contributes to cleaner air quality in vehicle interiors due to its lower volatile organic content.

The Kentucky Energy and Environment Cabinet is seeking grant applications from county or metro-government entities for local road projects that utilize rubber-modified asphalt, which uses rubber from finely ground waste tires.

The Responsible Glove Alliance (RGA) announced its initial launch to help ensure the rights and dignity of workers vulnerable to forced labor in Malaysia’s rubber glove industry are consistently respected and promoted through responsible recruitment and employment practices.

Alfa Chemistry announces the launch of a wide array of fluoro surfactants, another product line added to its rich portfolio of various surfactant offerings, which encompasses: amphoteric surfactants, anionic surfactants, cationic surfactants, non-ionic surfactants, natural surfactants and more

Continental is presenting a new generation of the ContiConnect tire management system. Version 2.0 puts in place the necessary infrastructure for the all-encompassing, digital tire management of the future. To this end, the technology company has refined its system environment to keep it perfectly in line with the specific requirements of fleet customers around the world. “ContiConnect 2.0 is focused on the digitalization of tires. It paves the way for intelligent tire management combined with a tailored selection of digital, service-based tire solutions,” explains Tansu Isik, Head of Business Development and Global Marketing at Continental Tires. Continuous analysis of the extensive data collected from the tires creates a broad data pool.