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LD Carbon, a resource recycling startup founded in 2017, has opened Korea’s first and largest end-of-life tire (ELT) pyrolysis facility in Dangjin. Every year, South Korea generates approximately 400,000 tons of ELTs, creating significant waste management challenges. Unlike conventional methods, LD Carbon uses advanced technology to transform pyrolysis byproducts into recovered carbon black (rCB), used in the production of new tires.

Kal Tire is redefining sustainable practices in the mining sector through its advanced recycling facility in Antofagasta, Chile, which focuses on the recovery of ultra-class mining tires. Opened in 2021, the plant uses a proprietary thermal conversion process that transforms end-of-life tires into valuable resources such as alternative fuel, high-tensile steel, and recovered carbon black (rCB).

Researchers from Sweden’s Chalmers University of Technology, in collaboration with international partners, have developed an innovative method to convert recovered carbon black (rCB)—a by-product of pyrolysis of end-of-life tires (ELTs)—into reduced graphene oxide (rGO). This sustainable approach offers a cost-effective alternative to conventional graphene production while supporting circular economy principles.

Pyrum Innovations AG (Pyrum) and the bicycle tyre manufacturer Ralf Bohle GmbH (brand: “Schwalbe”) have concluded a framework agreement for the long-term purchase of Pyrum’s recovered Carbon Black (rCB). The agreement covers the purchase of rCB at a fixed price for a term of ten years. This is already the second framework agreement of this scope that Pyrum has been able to conclude, in addition to the one with Continental. Both parties have agreed not to disclose the purchase price. Schwalbe’s supply of bicycle tyres to Pyrum will also be further expanded in this context.

The conference attracts over 400 delegates each year. As Europe's leading rCB industry event, the conference provides a unique opportunity for delegates to get the latest industry information and network face-to-face with global experts. 2025 highlights include:

Enviro's recovered carbon black has been used by Swedish rubber and plastic manufacturer AnVa to develop climarub, one of the world’s first completely climate-neutral rubber compounds. “The launch clearly demonstrates the great commercial value of recycling in achieving climate neutrality,” says Fredrik Emilson, CEO of Enviro.

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 Carbon Black World conference returns to the U.S. for its momentous 20th anniversary. With world events causing uncertainty and subsequent supply and demand issues, this timely event will give an in-depth analysis of markets and pending legislation. Industry challenges will be addressed, sustainability challenges will be explored, and the latest innovations will be discussed to provide a full 360 degree view of the carbon black world.

The 30th Annual ETRA Conference on Tyre Recycling, titled “30 Years of Tyre Recycling: Innovations to Build the Future”, will take place on 25-27 March 2025 at Le Louise Hotel, Brussels. This milestone event will reflect on three decades of progress and explore future opportunities driven by innovation and EU-supported initiatives.