Kenanga Research says that demand for rubber gloves, with incline towards the nitrile-based ones, will be pegged at an annual average of 10%.
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Rubber prices likely to drop amidst inventory buildup
Rubber inventories in the warehouses monitored by the Shanghai Futures Exchange (SHFE) increased to 0.2% to 122137 tonnes.
Honda recognises Goodyear with supplier award
The tyre maker supplies original equipment tyres to the Honda Pilot and Accord models.
Bridgestone takes giant steps in Asia
In this interview with Shinichi Sato, President, Bridgestone Asia Pacific (BSAP), PRA learns more about the company’s environmental mission, plans for new facilities and tyre products, R&D work and its handling of the lack of truck tyre sales in China.
Nissan recalls 123,308 Altima for erroneous tyre inflation
Due to a production issue that has since been corrected, the spare tyes in some of the recalled cars may have too much or not enough air in them.
Bridgestone study reveals lax in tyre maintenance amongst EU drivers
About 78% of vehicles were found to have underinflated tyres whilst over 25% had tyres that were worn beyond the legal limit.
Yokohama tops China OE tyre satisfaction index
According to the J.D. Power index study, the tyre maker has topped the overall satisfaction with 843 points, based on durability, handling and ride.
Rubber inventory surges to record levels in China
The expanding stockpiles allegedly signals the country’s easing demand for rubber at the wake of a slow economic growth.
Research finds compressing silicone liquid crystal could develop self-healing materials
A LATEST research from experts from the Texas-based Rice University has led to rhe discovery for developing self healing materials. The findings, which involve squeezing a piece of silicone that would quickly return to its original shape, could lead to…
Bridgestone lays foundation stone for new Thai OTR plant
Bridgestone Corporation held a foundation stone laying ceremony on April 29 for their future plant site in Thailand. The new site will produce off-the-road radial (ORRs) tyres for vehicles used in mines, quarries, harbors and construction sites around the world.…