Zhongce Rubber Group (ZC Rubber) announces that its Indonesian subsidiary, PT Matahari Tire Indonesia (MTI), has produced its first all-steel radial tyre. This milestone, celebrated at an official ceremony in MTI’s 500,000-sq m facility in Kendal Industrial Park, marks a significant step in ZC Rubber’s global expansion strategy.
Located near natural rubber resources and equipped with advanced digital technology, the MTI plant aims to meet rising tyre demand locally and internationally. In just 233 days, MTI went from groundbreaking to tyre production, setting a benchmark for rapid overseas plant construction.
ZC Rubber’s investment in Indonesia enhances access to raw materials, strengthens its global supply chain, and reflects its commitment to innovation and sustainable development. As Phase II construction progresses, ZC Rubber plans to expand capacity and solidify its role as a global tyre industry leader.