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After 78 years of manufacturing tyres in Kariega, Nelson Mandela Bay, the Goodyear factory will close. Restructuring that includes the closure of the company’s manufacturing arm in South Africa will take place – Section 189A retrenchment notices have been served. According to Daily Maverick, the jobs of 900 workers are at risk and thousands of […]
At its recent board of directors meeting, BKT introduced a new five-year strategic plan. The company aims to generate total revenues of INR 23,000 Crores (approx. $2.6 billion) by 2030. It plans to invest INR 3,500 Crores (approx. $400 million), funding most of it through internal sources. The focus areas include strengthening leadership in the off-highway tyre market, expanding the carbon […]
Autopromotec has confirmed that its 30th edition held last week in Bologna, Italy broke all previous records including international growth and the achievement of ISO 20121 Certification for Sustainability. The event also further enhanced Autopromotec’s role as a global reference hub for innovation and training. 97,348 attendees were registered as visitors with a 17 per […]
Dunlop Tyres South Africa is proud to announce the appointment of Ms. Thuli Gasa as Head of Corporate Services, serving as a full member of the Executive Committee. Gasa will oversee critical functions including risk management, internal auditing, business continuity, BBBEE, Health, safety and environmental, and sustainability. Dunlop Tyres SA CEO, Lubin Ozoux, said: “We […]
Retreading Business and Tyre &Rubber Recycling magazines, the organisers of the Recircle Awards, the globalindustry awards event recognising sustainable innovation, production processes,management and services within the tyre retreading and recycling sectors, presented the winners of this year’s edition during an event held at Autopromotec2025.Both the announcement and the prize-giving ceremony were broadcast live on the […]
Nokian Tyres has announced it’s taking a leading role in the development of FUTUREPROOF research and innovation (RDI) programme. Through a €70 million initiative co-funded by Business Finland, with the aim of tackling the critical challenges of future mobility. The five-year programme intends to create a robust ecosystem involving over 100 partners, focusing on enhancing […]
There is no getting away from it. E-commerce is growing exponentially. Driven by a younger demographic and consumer preference for convenience, online purchase is fast becoming a way of life, even for items that may not typically fit the traditional ‘mould’ (pun fully intended) – tyres being one such example. The United States replacement tyre […]
Michelin has recently introduced its all-new X® Works Z2 and D2 tyre ranges which deliver increased fuel savings, longer tyre life and improved durability for the construction industry. Through a series of technical innovations that optimize profitability and promote vehicle fleets ecological transition in both the construction and waste management sectors. The Michelin Works® Z2 […]
Nexen Tire has recently signed a long-term supply agreement with LD Carbon (LDC) to source recovered carbon black (rCB) to reinforce its strategy to manufacture tyres with sustainable and circular materials. The agreement aims to enhance the use of LDC’s sustainable materials enabling Nexen to further improve its eco-friendly tire manufacturing capabilities. Nexen intends to […]
Once again leading global tyre manufacturer Sailun will be exhibiting at the current Autopromotec Show in Bologna which opened today. In Hall 20, Stand A28 Sailun will be showcasing a representative selection of the company’s summer, winter and all-season tyres for cars, SUV’s electric vehicles and trucks. At the same time Sailun will be showcasing […]
Triangle Tyre and their Italian based partner Sunebo will be returning once again to exhibit at the 30th edition of Autopromotec 2025 show later this month in Bologna. To showcase their latest TBR and OTR tyre ranges at Booth C48 – Pavillion 20. On display will be a presentation from Triangle’s extensive TBR portfolio covering […]
Sumitomo Rubber Industries, Ltd has officially acquired the Dunlop brand from Goodyear. This includes Europe, North America and Oceania for consumer, commercial and other specialty tyres, together with certain associated intellectual property and inventory. The sale is effective May 7, 2025. “We are honoured to begin the process of rebuilding a globally recognised brand with Tier 1 dealer […]