In a statement 13 Nove, the European Tyre and Rubber Manufacturers' Association (ETRMA) expressed its concerns over the amendments saying, if approved, they would open “a new phase of uncertainty” ...

Hyogo, Japan – Toyo Tire Corp. has revised up its full-year earnings outlook as the group reported a strong third quarter, buoyed by higher sales, lower costs and favourable currency effects.

Hiratsuka, Japan – Yokohama Rubber Co. (YRC) has announced a decision to close its off-road tire manufacturing plant in Hadera, Israel, effective 31 Dec. Explaining the move, YRC said major tire ...

Singapore – DL Chemical has completed the construction of a KRW480 billion (€320 million) polyisoprene latex plant in Juron Island, Singapore. The unit was constructed by DL Chemical subsidiary ...