News: Tire Recycling & Pyrolysis

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.

Recent updates from the AZuR network point to continued momentum in the development of Europe’s circular tyre economy, with a focus on tire recycling technologies, infrastructure applications, and international knowledge exchange.

Toyo Tire Corporation has announced the development of a concept tire made with 96.5% sustainable materials, representing the company’s highest use of renewable and recycled content to date. The innovation builds on Toyo Tire’s previous concept model, which incorporated 90% sustainable materials, and reflects continued efforts to replace conventional components that have traditionally been difficult to substitute without compromising performance.

Fornnax’s tyre recycling technology represents one of the most comprehensive and integrated systems currently available for processing end-of-life tyres (ELTs). Designed to accommodate a wide variety of input materials—from passenger car and truck tyres to agricultural and OTR tyres—the plant is built to adapt to customer requirements while maintaining consistently high output quality.

The Polish Association of Tire Recyclers has published its latest expert report examining persistent issues within Poland’s tire recycling and management system. The document outlines proposed regulatory and operational changes and provides an overview of the tire market in 2025, including 10 key findings.

The Resource Productivity and Recovery Authority (RPRA) has published the final 2026 program fees for Ontario’s Excess Soil and Hazardous Waste Program (HWP) registries, as well as for producer responsibility programs covering batteries, electronics, Blue Box materials, hazardous and special products, tires and lighting.

The Tire Recycling Foundation announced the launch of the Tire Recycling Foundation Awards, a national recognition program honoring organizations, teams, and individuals who are advancing tire recycling technologies, expanding end-use markets, and demonstrating leadership in sustainability and circular economy principles. These awards highlight the people and partnerships turning challenges into opportunities, building markets, driving innovation, and shaping a more sustainable future for scrap tire management across the United States.

Smithers is excited to announce that the Carbon Black World will take place on April 22-23, 2026, in Shanghai, China. The event will bring together global leaders, manufacturers, and innovators from the carbon black industry for two days of valuable insights, cutting-edge technologies, and market trends. This premier gathering will offer attendees a unique opportunity to explore the latest advancements and sustainable solutions in the industry. The agenda will feature expert-led case studies, keynote speeches, panel discussions, and interactive sessions designed to foster deep exchange of knowledge. In addition, attendees will enjoy high-level networking opportunities through scheduled meetings, coffee breaks, and receptions, ensuring a dynamic environment for collaboration and business development.