Conti results... Cooper Standard earnings strengthen... Ceat profits rise 70%... Elastomer Group to explore industrial challenges, FKM...

NOK-Eneos rubber lubricant... Bluestar Elkem silicones centre... Business Briefing... Tire Tracker: Tire Cologne... NASA / Michelin...

View this email in your browser Conti points to 'better prospects' after Tires, ContiTech declines Hanover-based group's rubber business units report year-on-year dips in first quarter sales READ MORE> Cooper Standard earnings strengthen on 'favourable mix, volume' Group rejigs operating structure into 'sealing systems' and 'fluid handling systems' segments READ MORE> NOK, Eneos develop "self-lubricating rubber" to lower seals friction Rubber claimed to reduce friction by up to 40% compared to 'conventional technology' READ MORE> Ceat profits rise 70% on lower costs, higher volumes Indian tire maker reports "commendable growth," gains market-share in passenger vehicle segments READ MORE> More news today on ERJ On-line Elastomer Group to explore industrial challenges, FKM... Bluestar Elkem opens silicones centre... Business Briefing... Tire Tracker: Tire Cologne... NASA / Michelin... READ MORE> Goodyear reports higher earnings, lower sales in first quarter Strategic changes, 'favourable price/mix' help to improve results, particularly in Americas... READ MORE> Cabot's reinforcement materials unit posts 18% rise in earnings Global carbon black volumes improve 6% year-on-year on strong growth in Asia, Europe READ MORE> ZC Rubber 'investing €554m in Mexico tire plant project' State agency adds to information provided to date about ZC's plans to establish factory in Saltillo... READ MORE> Researchers develop 'bacteria-loaded' biodegradable TPU Material filled with "bacteria spores" which germinate and break down polymer when exposed to nutrients in compost READ MORE> Hankook in €1.1bn deal to buy majority holding in Hanon Systems Korea-based Hanon claimed to be world's 'second largest' automotive thermal-management parts maker READ MORE> Natural rubber futures steady amid subdued trading Markets in Japan and China report mixed pricing picture as trade slows during May holidays READ MORE> Orion rubber black results decline despite volume growth Sales also down, due to "the pass-through effect of declining oil prices, partially offset by higher volume..." READ MORE> BP, Circtec ink eight-year supply deal for tire-derived fuel, feedstock Agreement includes €12.5m funding to advance a Circtec' plant expansion in The Netherlands READ MORE> Union questions Michelin 'social plan' amid job losses, plant closures CGT claims move a 'diversion' as French tire maker axes thousands of jobs in Europe and US.. READ MORE> Enviro gains increased stake in tire recycling joint venture Receives additional €4.5m payment for costs incurred, half in shape of ownership share in JV with Michelin, Antin READ MORE> Hankook Tire reports strong growth on lower costs Korean tire maker posts 109% year-on-year increase in first quarter operating profit READ MORE> Former Michelin Russian tire operations rebranded as Davydovo French group sold facility to distributor Power International Tires in May last year READ MORE> Vibracoustic supplies air spring system for XPeng electric SUV Switchable two-chamber air springs allow for greater flexibility and increased comfort... READ MORE> Siemens, partners address upgrade challenges at US tire plant Case study details collaborative project to upgrade wire drawing machines at Tennessee plant READ MORE> Zeon eyes recovery as automotive, gloves markets stablise Unit supplying synthetic rubber, latex, chemicals posted decline in sales and earnings for fiscal 2023 READ MORE> Hexpol results dip on slow automotive, construction demand Swedish compounding group consolidates production in California into one plant READ MORE> ERJ Brainteaser: May Question 2: Alan key After setting the five-digit code on his bicycle lock, Alan has written out the following reminder: Added together, the five numbers total 30. Added together, the 3rd number and the 5th number = 14 . The 4th number equals the 2nd number plus 1. The 1st number is one less than twice the 2nd number. Added together, the 2nd number and the 3rd number = 10. What is the code? Email your answer: correct replies on Friday. . . Brainteaser results  ALSO OF INTEREST Elastomers for Sustainability (E4S) focuses on projects contributing most to raising the environmental profile of the elastomers/rubber industry. If you would like to enter a project for the next Top 10 - to be published in ERJ May/June 2024 issue - please complete the submission form here. Get the latest news impacting the European Rubber Journal industry, from breaking news to razor-sharp analysis, in print and online. CONNECT WITH US Copyright © 2024 NUERJ Ltd, All rights reserved. You are receiving this email because you are registered with European Rubber Journal Our mailing address is: NUERJ Ltd Castle House 89 High Street Berkhamsted, Hertfordshire HP4 2DF United Kingdom Add us to your address book Want to change how you receive these emails? You can update your preferences or unsubscribe from this list.