Thailand’s military-appointed government approved measures to help rubber farmers who have been hit hard by sharp declines in export prices. The decision enables the National Rubber Policy Committee to dispense a one-time cash handout worth no more than 15,000 baht…
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Cooper launches new all-season luxury tyre
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Michelin expands Tweel airless radial tyre range
The Michelin Group has added two tread patterns to its Tweel airless radial tyre. The new all-terrain design has a deep, open tread for off-road applications, and the hard surface design has greater wear life on pavement and asphalt. Michelin…
Goodyear to evaluate self-inflating tyre system on US trucking fleets
Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co. will begin testing its self-inflating tyre system called Air Maintenance Technology (AMT) on US trucking fleets in the next few months. The tests are part of a research project supported by United States Department of…
Desma open house: a fete of rubber, silicone moulding solutions
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ExxonMobil Singapore to expand butyl rubber; also building world’s largest hydrocarbon resin plant
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Dow Corning reveals new sealant and silicone adhesive at Glasstec 2014
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Siemens and Mesnac signs partnership deal to construct a digital tyre plant
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Bridgestone gains BMW Supplier Innovation Award
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