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Ecolomondo started trading on OTCQB markets

Ecolomondo started trading on OTCQB markets

industry updates

January 25, 2024

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 the Company is now listed on the OTCQB and that its common shares will now be traded on the OTCQB Markets under the symbol “ECLMF” in the United States. The Company applied for listing on the OTCQB Markets in October 2023. The Company fulfilled all requirements prescribed by the authorities and, consequently, its application was recently approved by OTC Markets Group Inc.

Current landscape of the tire recycling industry

Current landscape of the tire recycling industry

industry updates

January 24, 2024

The U.S. generates around 300 million scrap tires annually, with many repurposed as ground material rubber. The industry is transitioning, favoring increased use of ground tire rubber in molded goods and landscaping mulch. John Sheerin, director, End-of-Life Tire Programs at the U.S. Tire Manufacturers Association (USTMA), sais that the tire recycling industry is in a state of transition. As he explained, there is a distinct trend towards increased utilization of ground tire rubber in new products like molded and extruded goods and landscaping mulch.

Toyo Tires presented Sustainable Concept Tire with 90%  renewable and recycled materials

Toyo Tires presented Sustainable Concept Tire with 90% renewable and recycled materials

INNOVATIONS

January 24, 2024

Toyo Tires is exhibiting a concept tire that uses 90% sustainable materials at the Tokyo Auto Salon 2024. On January 12, at the Tokyo Auto salon, Toyo Tires presented its Sustainable Concept Tire. The tire, using 90% sustainable materials is a step forward towards a more viable future mobility. Among the raw materials necessary to commercialize tires, materials that are recognized to contribute to reducing environmental impact. Until now, the highest ever usage rate of sustainable materials in one of our tires was 50%. This latest development was made in the Open Country tires used in the 2024 Dakar Rallye.

Tennessee accepts grant applications for end-of-life tire reuse

Tennessee accepts grant applications for end-of-life tire reuse

grants

January 23, 2024

On January 15, the Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation (TDEC) started accepting applications for grants from the state’s Tire Environmental Act Program (TEAP). The grants are to fund projects that create or expand beneficial uses for end-of-life tires. Such projects include tire recycling and processing, using materials such as aggregate that are derived from tires, initiating research and development in tire management, using tires for alternative fuels, or promoting innovation in infrastructure.

Meet Robert Weibold at Tire Technology Expo 2024 in Hannover on March 19-21

Meet Robert Weibold at Tire Technology Expo 2024 in Hannover on March 19-21

events

January 23, 2024

On March 19 – 21, 2024, Robert Weibold – the founder and managing director of Weibold – will attend the Tire Technology Expo 2024 in Hannover. Tire Technology Expo Conference brings together leading industry figures for three days of presentations, discussions and networking on the latest developments in tire manufacturing, scientific advances, sustainability and the global tire business.

Red Sea shipping crisis underscore Britain's vulnerability to illegal tyre disposal

Red Sea shipping crisis underscore Britain's vulnerability to illegal tyre disposal

regulations

January 19, 2024

Britain faces an environmental assault from the illegal disposal of end-of-life tyres as the impact of the Houthi attacks on Red Sea shipping comes home to roost. With 75% of the UK’s waste tyres heading to the Indian subcontinent via the Red Sea route, the UK government rightly condemns Houthi attacks against commercial shipping, yet at the same time, it is failing to address the environmental concerns that arise from this situation, warns the Tyre Recovery Association.

Liberty Tire Recycling appoints Andrew Meurer as President and CCO

Liberty Tire Recycling appoints Andrew Meurer as President and CCO

industry updates

January 16, 2024

Andrew Meurer has joined Liberty Tire Recycling as its President and Chief Commercial Officer, bringing over 12 years of experience from Michelin, where he served as Vice President of Sales for the North American Passenger Tire Division. Prior to Michelin, Meurer worked at Procter and Gamble (P&G) and Kimberly-Clark. In his new role, Meurer will lead Liberty's initiatives to collaborate with tire manufacturers and retailers in developing sustainable solutions for end-of-life tires. The focus is on cost-effective solutions and better end markets aligned with the sustainability goals of industry players.