Given that rubber is a volatile commodity, the Asian bloc, being the world’s largest rubber supplier is not spared from the travails of high inventories, unpredictable demand, and price swings…
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Malaysian rubber makers expects demand increase in rubber gloves
Malaysian Rubber Glove Manufacturers Association (Margma) expects to see a growth in demand for the country’s rubber gloves and does not foresee a price war among local rubber glove players as there is a pricing mechanism fixed by the industry…
MOC to reject imported rubber anti-dumping measures
The Chinese Ministry of Commerce (MOC) said Sunday it would waive anti-dumping measures on rubber imported from Russia, Japan and the Republic of Korea (ROK) beginning Monday. The ministry said it has received no expiry review request from Chinese industries…
Nokian Tyres launches cooperation contract with IOF
Nokian Tyres has signed a three-year cooperation contract with the International Orienteering Federation. The contract ensures that Nokian Tyres receives strong visibility in the annual Orienteering World Championships and World Cup events. Nokian Tyres will also be the title sponsor…
Rubfila enters agreement with Indian rubber threads manufacturer
The Business Standard reports, “Dharampal Satyapal (DS) Group company Abhisar Buildwell Pvt. Ltd. (ABPL) has inked an exclusive supply agreement with Rubfila International Ltd, a joint venture between Kerala State Industrial Development Corporation and Rubpro Sdn. Bhd. of Malaysia. The…
BFGoodrich develops toughest all-terrain tyre
Michelin North America Inc.’s BFGoodrich brand has developed what it’s calling its “toughest all-terrain tyre — ever.” The company claims its new All-Terrain T/A KO2 offers industry-leading sidewall durability coupled with increased treadlife and traction. The new line—the successor to…
Toyo’s Open Country R/T offers rugged performance and on-road comfort
Rugged, yet quiet – those are the features of Toyo Tire USA Corp.’s new Open Country R/T all-terrain tyre. The ability of the Open Country R/T to tackle dirt, sand, and rocks is inspired by Toyo’s Open Country M/T maximum…
Bridgestone truck tyre plant gains LEED v3 recertification
Bridgestone Americas Inc.’s Warren County, Tenn., truck tyre manufacturing plant has earned LEED v3 (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) recertification at the Silver level by the United States Green Building Council (USGBC). The Warren County facility, which began operations…
India predicts surge in NR imports
The Business Standard reports, “Natural rubber import is likely to be more attractive for the industry as leading producing countries weigh more concessions on export. To add to the woes of the growers, the military junta of Thailand, world’s largest…
Lehigh Technologies raises funds to support geographic expansion
Lehigh Technologies, Inc. announced the closing of an $8 million strategic financing round to support the company’s geographic expansion and technology roadmap. JSR Corporation, a $4 billion specialty chemicals company, participated in the latest round of financing, joining existing investors…