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The Ontario Government has made amendments to the Tires Regulation which may impact registered producers, PROs, collectors, haulers, processors and retreaders. To view the approved amendments, visit the Environmental Registry of Ontario. As per the Ontario government, the amendments were made to increase flexibility, reduce burden and simplify requirements for producers.

The German Rubber Industry Association (WDK) is urging European and national lawmakers to implement a harmonized and legally binding End-of-Waste (EoW) framework for used tires and recycled rubber materials. The call is part of a broader push to strengthen the circular economy in the tire and rubber sector, reduce regulatory uncertainty, and facilitate investment in recycling infrastructure.

The Recircle Awards, organized by Retreading Business and Tyre & Rubber Recycling, has unveiled the final nominees for this year's event, recognizing sustainability and innovation in the tyre retreading and recycling industry. The shortlist includes four new award categories, with winners selected by the Nominations Committee, which consists of 13 independent industry experts.

The German Tyre Retail and Vulcanisation Trade Association (BRV) has revised its general terms and conditions (AGB) recommendations for the first time since 2021, introducing key updates relevant to tire dealers, particularly in the retreaded tire sector. One major change is the elimination of the shortened one-year statute of limitations for retreaded tires.

In Episode 71, Ewan Scott discusses the Australian tire recycling landscape with Lina Goodman, CEO of Tyre Stewardship Australia (TSA). The conversation covers the key challenges and opportunities in the industry, focusing on the potential introduction of a mandatory tire stewardship scheme to enhance regulation and sustainability.

Kal Tire is actively working towards a more sustainable mining industry by implementing strategies to extend tire life, repair and retread used tires, and recycle end-of-life (EOL) mining tires. With over 50 years of servicing the mining sector, the company recognizes the high costs of mining tires and aims to maximize their lifespan, reducing waste and supporting customers' environmental, social, and governance (ESG) commitments.

Seal tires, equipped with a self-sealing protective layer, may seem like a convenient solution at first glance. However, they pose significant ecological and safety concerns that cannot be overlooked. The Recycling Challenge: The silicone-based sealing layer makes Seal tires non-recyclable.

Recognising that the tyre and rubber sector is crucial for the automotive sector and the mobility ecosystem at large, the European Tyre and Rubber Manufacturers' Association (ETRMA) has shared its key policy recommendations with EU legislators, designed to support the European twin transition and contribute to the competitiveness, sustainability, and innovation of Europe's automotive ecosystem.

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.