Continental launches first tires with polyester made from recycled PET bottles
Continental is the first tire manufacturer to immediately launch volume production of recycled polyester yarn which is obtained from PET plastic bottles in a new process.
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New at K 2022: the Start-Up Zone
Newcomers showcase innovative developments and ideas for the plastics and rubber industries.
SABIC introduces new Noryl resins
To support broader adoption of electric vehicles (EVs), SABIC is launching two new grades of Noryl resin that support demand for lighter, thinner and more crash-resistant battery modules and housings.
SABIC’s new Noryl GTX resin features superior dimensional stability in hot and humid conditions
SABIC which delivers excellent dimensional stability under hot and humid conditions, addressing the challenge for highly demanding automotive applications.
Continental enables use of recycled PET bottles in tire production as of 2022
Continental enables the use of reprocessed polyester obtained from recycled plastic bottles in its tire production as of 2022. The new sustainable polyester yarn will be obtained from PET bottles by a mechanical process and will be used in the construction of the tire carcass.
A track-proven tire with 46% sustainable content
At the 2021 Movin’On Summit, Michelin is set to unveil a racing tire containing 46% sustainable materials, fitted to the GreenGT Mission H24 hydrogen-powered prototype developed for endurance racing.
Safic-Alcan announces extended partnership with Orion Engineered Carbons
Safic-Alcan is pleased to announce that it has entered into an extended distribution agreement with Orion Engineered Carbons in South Africa, effective January 1st., 2021.
MOL’s new rubber bitumen plant completed
The rubber bitumen plant at MOL’s Zala Site, representing an investment of around USD 10 million has been completed.
Lanxess launches Group initiative for e-mobility
Group wants to further exploit market potential for e-mobility and battery technology.
Lanxess expands masterbatch range for efficient rubber reinforcement
At K 2019, the international trade show for plastics and rubber taking place in Düsseldorf from October 16 to 23, Lanxess will be showcasing new masterbatches for manufacturing reinforced rubber parts.
Arlanxeo seeks to extend global R&D network
Arlanxeo seeks to extend global R&D network through strategic collaboration with Dhahran Techno Valley Company in Saudi Arabia
Lanxess completes sale of Arlanxeo to Saudi Aramco
Cologne-based company received proceeds of around EUR 1.4 billion.
