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Canadian Court Orders Nova Chemicals To Pay Dow Additional USD 1.2 billion In Damages
June 17, 2025
The Court of King's Bench of Alberta has ordered NOVA Chemicals to pay Dow Inc. an additional USD 1.2 billion in damages over a long-standing dispute concerning their jointly owned ethylene plant in Joffre, Alberta. This ruling, which follows a 2019 award
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Michelin Secures Exclusive WorldSBK Tyre Supply Deal From 2027
June 17, 2025
Michelin will return to the FIM Superbike World Championship (WorldSBK) as the exclusive tyre supplier from 2027 to 2031, marking its comeback after two decades. The French tyre giant aims to apply its advanced MotoGP and MotoE technologies to production-
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Vipal Rubber Marks 20 Years Of European Operations With Commemorative Stamp
June 17, 2025
Brazilian tyre retreading specialist Vipal Rubber is celebrating 20 years of European operations, marking a major milestone in its international expansion. Since opening its European base in Valencia, Spain, in 2005, Vipal has grown to serve over 50 count
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Continental Wins German Quality Award For Car Tyres
June 17, 2025
Continental has been awarded "Germany’s Quality Winner 2025" in the car tyre segment, following a major consumer survey by DISQ and n-tv. The recognition underscores the brand's long-standing commitment to tyre safety, innovation, and quality—reinforc
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Black Donuts Launches Sustainable Tyre Research Facility In Finland
June 17, 2025
Black Donuts Inc is launching InTire Labs, a 700 m² independent R&D centre in Tampere, Finland, on 16 July, supported by NextGenerationEU funding. The lab will accelerate innovation in sustainable tyre and rubber materials, offering neutral, full-scale s
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Pirelli Shareholders Approve €250 Million Dividend Despite Chinese Owner's Opposition
June 13, 2025
Pirelli & C. SpA shareholders approved a €250 million dividend and the company’s 2024 financial results, despite opposition from majority shareholder MPI Italy, controlled by China’s Sinochem. The Italian tyre maker reported a consolidated net profi
