News: Tire Recycling & Pyrolysis

Trek Bicycle says sourcing aluminum from manufacturers who use less fossil fuel has lowered the carbon impact of its alloy bikes. The company also says using recycled rubber in its tires — and collecting used tires for recycling at its stores — is also making a difference in the company's overall carbon footprint.

According to Environmental Registry of Ontario, the province is reducing red tape for the tire, battery, electrical and electronic equipment, and hazardous and special products industries while ensuring that the environment and consumers are protected. Ontario's Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks has amended the following producer responsibility regulations under the Resource Recovery and Circular Economy Act, 2016 (RRCEA):

Ecolomondo Corporation, a cleantech company specializing in the commercialization of its Thermal Decomposition Process (TDP) proprietary recycling technology and the global deployment of TDP turnkey facilities, is pleased to announce that it has signed on December 2, 2024, a letter of intent for a joint venture with Alternativas Riojanas Eolicas y Solares S.L. (“ARESOL”) to build a 20,000 metric tons/year of end-of-life tires TDP facility in Spain.

This webinar series is designed to explore sustainability options in the rubber polymer industry. It will cover both material innovations and manufacturing best practices that promote environmental responsibility.

EuRIC warns against scrap export restrictions, urges policymakers to protect recycling industry. As debates on steel and aluminum policies continue, EuRIC strongly opposes any restrictions on scrap exports, emphasizing that these exports are essential for sustaining recycling businesses. With EU demand for recycled materials at critically low levels, open trade serves as a vital lifeline for recyclers.

The Tire and Rubber Association of Canada (TRAC) has announced the addition of BKT Tires Canada Inc. to its growing network of industry leaders. As a provider of specialized off-highway tires for the mining, construction, agricultural, and industrial sectors, BKT joins a distinguished group of 26 manufacturers, importers, and recyclers committed to shaping the future of Canada’s tire industry.

Sam Visaisouk, CEO of Tyromer Inc., has sadly passed away, leaving behind a remarkable legacy of leadership, innovation, and dedication to sustainability. A visionary in the tire recycling industry, he played a pivotal role in transforming Tyromer from a laboratory concept into a thriving commercial enterprise.

The tire industry's premier event, Tire Technology Expo 2025, is set to return to Hanover, Germany, delivering an unmissable showcase of cutting-edge technologies, expert knowledge, and unrivaled networking opportunities. With over 240 exhibitors, a world-class conference hosting over 150 speakers, exclusive short courses, and the prestigious Tire Technology International Awards for Innovation and Excellence, this year’s event promises to be the ultimate meeting point for professionals across the global tire manufacturing and design supply chain.

The new year begins with exciting news: Pneuhage Unternehmensgruppe, a founding partner of the AZuR network, is rejoining after a successful restructuring, bringing fresh momentum to its sustainability initiatives.