Major rubber-producing countries will meet on December to discuss on the strategies that will stablise the rubber prices.
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Malaysian rubber industry in a competitive mode
WHEN the country shifted its focus to oil palm and natural rubber (NR) had to take a back seat, Malaysia’s ranking as the top rubber producer in Asia slipped to three notches lower, pushing Thailand to the top spot,…
Tyres to lead elastomer growth in rubber sector
UK-based Smithers Rapra said global market for elastomer will boost to more than 28.1 millon tonnes in 2012 mainly beause of the vehicle tyre market.
Tyre regrind paves the way for road construction
The National Centre for Asphalt Technology released a study saying that adding rubber powder to asphalt mixture improves the performance of asphalt road.
Evonik to add on silica capacity
German-based company Evonik Industries is expecting to increase its silica capacity by 30% by 2014.
Vietnam to Unseat Malaysia as World No.3
According to Association of Natural Rubber Producing Countries, Vietnam may likely surpass Malaysia’s rank as the 3rd largest producer of rubber in the world.
Funds for Nano Technology in UK
Specialists in waste tyre and UPVC recycling Gradena has received a funding from Iona Capital for its plan to produce homogenous wood replacement goods using nano technology.
CARS 2020 Action Plan set for immediate implementation
ETRMA has just announced the release of the CARS 2020 Action Plan that is thought to boost the European automotive industry and said that it will be implemented immediately.
Stephen Evans to open Tyrexpo Asia 2013
Secretary Genenral of International Rubber Group Study, Dr. Stephen Evans, will open Tyrexpo Asia 2013 on March next year.
Quality Plastics From Rubber Residues
Researchers at the UMSICHT in Oberhausen, Germany has found a new way to recycle rubber and turning it into useful high-quality plastic products.