Peter Gaster Takes on Key Role In TIF
(Staffordshire, U.K./Tyres & Accessories) Peter Gaster of Kings Road Tyres and the national chairman of the NTDA has been appointed as the new vice chairman of the Tyre Industry Federation Board.
Fragrant Tyres Online
(Staffordshire, U.K./Tyres & Accessories) The world’s first lavender-scented tyres will soon be beguiling traffic and its drivers, passengers and pedestrians.
New Tyre Cord Factory Earmarked for Vietnam
(Staffordshire, U.K./Tyres & Accessories) On June 7, South Korean industrial giant Hyosung Corp. revealed its plans to build a new ≤80 million tyre cord facility in Vietnam by 2010 as part of its drive to expand global production.
New Man, New Focus: Armes Aims to Strenghten Cooper’s Base While Keeping an Eye on the Future
Roy V. Armes was named president and CEO of Cooper Tire & Rubber Co. last December, following the August resignation of Tom Dattilo. A 31-year veteran of Whirlpool Corp., Armes held several senior-level posts in various departments at the appliance manufacturer, including engineering, project management and purchasing. He also had positions in Mexico and China
Thai Hua Rubber Set to Tap the Boom
(India/Rubber Asia) A leading rubber producer and exporter of Thailand, Thai Hua Rubber (THR) is making vigorous efforts to emerge as a top global player by tapping the enduring NR boom to its maximum.
The Changing Face of India’s Tyre Industry
(Staffordshire, U.K./Tyres & Accessories) India’s tyre industry is steadily coming of age.
Korean Rubber Producers Fined
(Akron/Tire Review) Yonhap News Service reported that South Korea’s Fair Trade Commission has fined Korea Kumho Petrochemical Co. and Seetec Ltd. a combined $63 million on claims the two companies conspired to fix pricing on rubber products used in tire production.
Brityrex the Show the U.K. Tyre Industry Needs: Micheldever
(Staffordshire, U.K./Tyres & Accessories) Prominent wholesaler Micheldever Tyre Services has revealed plans for a major sales offensive during May’s Brityrex International 2007 exhibition.
Toyo Names Aparicio Manager of Off-Road Events
(Akron/Tire Review) Toyo Tire (U.S.A.) Corp. has promoted Gina Aparicio to the position of project manager of events, off road.
Korean Tires Enjoying Brisk Sales in China
(Akron/Tire Review – Korean Times) South Korea’s two tire giants, Hankook and Kumho, are leaving huge marks on China’s roads.