US-based producer of styrenic block copolymers Kraton Performance Polymers partnered with the National Centre for Asphalt Technology (NCAT) to test its HIMA technology on a pavement test track. According to Kraton, the findings show that a modified binder using its…
Yulex and Cooper tie-up for guayule
THE continuous decline of natural rubber is driving companies in the tyre industry to identify alternative sources. US-based Cooper Tire & Rubber has teamed up with another US company Yulex to evaluate and develop guayule polymers and resins for tyre…
Cambodia prioritises rubber
Due to the country’s potential for rubber cultivation, investment jumped by 256%…
Sino Legend marks presence in Europe and the US
The company has a 70% share of the Chinese market and a 30% share for the rest of Asia…
Growth in India for firms
JAPANESE firm Tokai Rubber Industries has officially opened a factory for producing anti-vibration systems for cars and light trucks in Bangalore, India. Operating as Tokai Rubber Auto-Parts India, the 8,000 sq m factory began operations in January. Prior to this,…
Higher rubber demand expected
Global rubber demand is forecast to reach 26.8 million tonnes in 2012…
AIRIA wants anti-dumping duties removed
The association says that consumption of NR and SR is constantly increasing and availability is an issue even at high prices…
Trelleborg changes its strategy
It is divesting its automotive operation to allow it to focus and develop its automotive-related operations…
Nitrile glove price war soon
Glove maker says latex suppliers have over-expanded their capacity
Maryland lawmakers get an earful on tyre-aging scheme
MD, U.S. – RMA and TIA – with an army of 45 other supporters – testified against a proposed tyre-aging bill that has been introduced to the Maryland house and senate. The bills – HB 729 and SB 940 –…