The tyre and rubber industry across the Asia-Pacific region is currently undergoing one of the most significant transformations in its history, driven by new regulatory frameworks, expanding recycling capacity, and the growing adoption of circular materials. The upcoming Green Tyre Summit 2026, taking place in Bangkok on 28–29 January, will bring together policymakers, manufacturers, recyclers, and technology providers to examine how the region is progressing toward a more sustainable and circular tyre economy.

📅 28–29 January 2026
📍 Bangkok, Thailand

Regional perspectives on tyre circularity

A central part of the programme is a series of APAC country spotlights, each providing an update on recent developments, regulatory changes, and commercial opportunities:

  • Thailand – Recovery of high-quality carbon black from end-of-life tyres. Anansinee Thaboon, Greenergy One
  • China – Market overview of the tyre and recycling sectors, including regulatory frameworks. Yan Shen, China Tyre Retreading & Recycling Association
  • Vietnam – Recycling innovation and EPR-driven partnerships in the waste tyre sector. Thanh Nguyen, Long Long Rubber Recycling
  • Malaysia – Developments in circular rubber and tyre initiatives. Dr. Fatimah Rubaizah, Malaysian Rubber Board
  • India – Progress on extended producer responsibility (EPR) and tyre recycling efforts. Tushar Suhalka, Regrip
  • Indonesia – Converting waste tyres into sustainable raw materials. Hadi Sampurno, PT Terra Rubber Technology
  • Australia – Advancing circular economy practices across the Asia-Pacific region. Jim Fairweather, ResourceCo / Tyrecycle

These sessions will provide practical market intelligence for tyre manufacturers, recyclers, pyrolysis operators, chemical companies and other stakeholders evaluating growth opportunities in the region.

Key themes shaping the 2026 agenda

The summit will examine several core trends influencing tyre circularity across Asia-Pacific:

1. Strengthening circular economy frameworks

Countries including Australia, China, India, Malaysia, Vietnam and Indonesia are scaling EPR systems, improving collection networks, and investing in recycling infrastructure to reduce reliance on disposal and incineration.

2. Advancing recycling and material recovery technologies

Speakers will address recent advances in:

  • RF plasma pyrolysis
  • Mechanical shredding
  • AI-based sorting
  • Chemical and thermal recovery processes

These technologies are increasing recovery yields and enabling higher-value secondary materials.

3. Developing sustainable markets for recycled outputs

The programme will highlight opportunities in tyre-derived fuels, reclaimed rubber, recycled carbon black (rCB), bio-based additives and sustainable compounding, alongside initiatives in retreading and eco-design.

4. Building stronger circular value chains

Collaboration between manufacturers, recyclers and raw material suppliers remains critical. Companies such as Long Long Rubber Recycling, Tyrecycle and GIIB Group will discuss emerging models for cross-sector cooperation.

5. Looking toward 2030: Sustainable rubber systems

Experts will also examine longer-term goals including natural rubber sustainability, bio-based inputs and agricultural waste valorisation.

The Asia-Pacific region represents one of the fastest-moving markets for tyre recycling, circular materials and regulatory change. Insights shared at the summit will help industry participants better understand evolving policies, technology deployments and commercial pathways across the region.

More information, the full agenda and registration details are available from the event organiser.