News: Tire Recycling & Pyrolysis

New Zealand’s Tyrewise programme has launched with impressive results, significantly surpassing its collection and recycling targets in its first reporting period from September 1 to December 31, 2024. These figures mark a major shift from past practices, where tyres were often dumped or relocated rather than recycled. Tyrewise’s success in engaging the tyre trade has been instrumental in achieving these numbers, demonstrating strong industry participation and support.

Curious about synthetic turf? Whether you're wondering about its safety, environmental impact, or benefits, the Synthetic Turf Council (STC) has launched a comprehensive FAQ section to provide clear, fact-based answers.

As urban mobility continues to evolve, there is a growing emphasis on sustainable infrastructure alongside advancements in vehicle technology and energy sources. Urban roads, cycling lanes, and transport infrastructure must accommodate multiple mobility modes while addressing challenges such as traffic congestion, costs, and environmental impact.

Fornnax Technology, a global leader in recycling equipment manufacturing, has been honored with the prestigious Green Innovation of the Year award at the 8th Indian Cement Review (ICR) Awards 2025. The award recognizes the SR-MAX2500 Primary Shredder, an advanced solution that is transforming municipal solid waste (MSW) recycling and refuse-derived fuel (RDF) production, helping cement and waste-to-energy industries reduce their reliance on fossil fuels.

Rosehill is now offering Continuing Professional Development (CPD) sessions on Modular Drainage Systems (MDS), providing engineers and infrastructure professionals with insights into next-generation water management solutions. These sessions explore the role of modular drainage technology in highway and railway infrastructure, with a focus on improving resilience, efficiency, and sustainability.

Rather than focusing on the past, the book showcases what can be achieved with recycled tire materials, illustrating their diverse applications in an entirely new format. Designed as a visually engaging coffee table book, it presents fresh perspectives and unexpected uses for recycled rubber, sparking curiosity and inspiration.

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For years, discarded tires have posed a serious environmental dilemma. Their resilience makes it challenging to break them down while burning them releases harmful pollutants. Researchers have increasingly turned to pyrolysis, a thermal process that transforms waste tires into valuable products such as pyrolysis oil, recovered carbon black (rCB), and gas. Over the past 20 years, interest in tire pyrolysis has surged dramatically. A recent analysis of more than 1,400 studies published between 2000 and 2024 shows that research in this field has accelerated, particularly since 2016. Countries like China and India have emerged as major contributors, driven by growing environmental concerns and the need for sustainable waste management solutions. Scientists are primarily focused on refining pyrolysis techniques to improve efficiency, enhance product quality, and scale up for industrial applications.

Wastefront has officially begun construction on its £100 million tyre-to-fuel plant at the Port of Sunderland, marking the UK's first large-scale facility dedicated to sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) production. This milestone positions Wastefront, backed by International Airlines Group (IAG), as a key player in advancing the UK’s carbon reduction targets while creating over 100 local jobs.