The Future Tire Conference 2026 will take place on November 17–18 in Prague, Czech Republic. Organized by European Rubber Journal, the event will bring together senior representatives from across the global tire, automotive, materials, chemicals, and equipment sectors to discuss the technologies and strategies shaping the future of the tire industry.

Robert Weibold, Founder and Managing Director of Weibold Consulting, will speak on Wednesday, November 18, during Session 2 – Innovation & New Thinking Forum.

His presentation, “Recovered carbon black and tire pyrolysis oil: What tire makers should expect next,” will focus on developments in recovered carbon black (rCB) and tire pyrolysis oil (TPO), including production volumes and regional trends, with particular attention to Europe.

Robert will also address key factors influencing the broader adoption of rCB in tire manufacturing, including standardisation, certification, and pricing challenges.

These topics are becoming increasingly relevant as tire manufacturers explore greater use of recycled and circular raw materials while balancing technical performance, supply availability, cost, and sustainability requirements.

The wider Future Tire Conference 2026 programme will examine how innovation can translate into measurable commercial value across the tire sector. Key themes include advanced and circular materials, digitalisation and AI, manufacturing transformation, sustainability, energy strategy, supply-chain resilience, regulation, and traceability.

Meet Weibold in Prague

If you are attending Future Tire Conference 2026 and would like to arrange a meeting with Robert to discuss recovered carbon black, tire pyrolysis oil, tire recycling and pyrolysis markets, project development, technology selection, or related industry topics, please contact us at sales@weibold.com

Future Tire Conference 2026

November 17–18, 2026
NH Collection Prague Carlo IV, Prague, Czech Republic

Robert Weibold’s presentation

"Recovered carbon black and tire pyrolysis oil: What tire makers should expect next"

For further information and registration details, visit the Future Tire Conference 2026 website. We look forward to seeing you in Prague.