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Tokai Carbon has raised its full-year 2026 forecast after first-half results came in ahead of its earlier expectations, with the Japanese carbon materials producer citing a projected recovery in automotive and tire industry demand. The company now expects full-year net sales of Yen386 billion, about €2 billion, up from its previous forecast of Yen370 billion and 19.5% higher than 2025 sales. Operating income is now forecast at Yen35 billion, compared with the previous forecast of Yen28 billion and Yen25.85 billion in 2025. Tokai said the revision reflects expected demand recovery in the automotive and tire markets, which are key customers for its carbon black segment. The update is relevant to the tire industry because carbon black remains one of the main reinforcing materials used in tire production, and demand trends in this segment often reflect broader movements in tire manufacturing and automotive supply chains.

The Symposium will bring together industry professionals from across the tire recycling, carbon black, rubber, and polymer value chains for three days of technical presentations, networking, and discussions focused on the latest developments in rCB production, testing, applications, and market opportunities.

Recovered Carbon Black Asia 2026 returns this September, bringing together leading tire manufacturers, pyrolysis companies, rCB producers, carbon black suppliers, chemical companies from across the global value chain. Taking place on 3-4 September 2026 in Bangkok, Thailand, the conference will explore the latest developments shaping the rCB industry, with a strong focus on market trends, application, commercial value and material quality.

The partnership also includes joint corporate social responsibility activities beyond tire management. The companies plan to participate in the B-SAFE road safety awareness program in cooperation with the Saraburi Branch of the Department of Land Transport. They also plan to carry out nature and biodiversity conservation activities at Phu Khae Botanical Garden, connecting the agreement’s resource circulation goals with broader community and environmental initiatives.

Robert Weibold – the founder a tyre recycling and pyrolysis consulting company Weibold – was interviewed by the Rubber Review magazine this February. Below, we cite Issue 33 of the Rubber Review magazine (February 16-22) featuring the interview.

Cabot has long supplied Bridgestone with reinforcing carbon products, and this acquisition further strengthens the partnership between the two companies. In addition, this acquisition expands Cabot’s global manufacturing footprint and reinforces its position as a leading provider of reinforcing carbons. Strategically located near Cabot’s existing facility in Altamira, Mexico, MXCB not only enhances production capacity and operational flexibility but also offers the capability to manufacture a broader range of reinforcing carbon products. This flexibility enables Cabot to better support diverse customer needs and future growth opportunities.

The free-to-attend exhibition will feature hundreds of specialist suppliers showcasing the latest developments in materials, processing technology, testing and smart manufacturing. Exhibitors represent every stage of modern tire production, including sustainability and circular economy solutions, advanced compound and reinforcement materials, process machinery and automation, and quality control and digital factory systems. With this breadth of technologies under one roof, Tire Technology Expo provides tire OEMs, Tier 1 suppliers and technical decision-makers with a unique opportunity to evaluate solutions, compare suppliers and engage directly with technology leaders shaping the future of tire manufacturing. Register here for a FREE visitor pass.

Continental has been re-elected as Co-Chair of the Tire Industry Project (TIP) until 2029. Continental will continue to contribute resources and its long-standing expertise, especially in the areas of tire and road wear particles, end-of-life tires, sustainability assessment methods, and supply chain transparency. TIP is the global tire industry's central forum for sustainability issues. As one of the founding members of TIP, Continental has been working with other leading global tire manufacturers since 2005 to address overarching environmental and sustainability issues affecting the tire industry.

Tegeta Motors and Bandag, a subsidiary of Bridgestone, have signed an agreement to establish the first Bandag tyre retreading facility in the Caucasus region. The new plant, to be located in Rustavi, Georgia, will introduce Bandag’s retreading technology for truck and bus tyres, marking a significant expansion of circular tyre solutions in the region.