KraussMaffei has concluded its three-day TechCenter Days 2025 event, drawing approximately 350 international customers to its headquarters in Parsdorf.

The customer event, held from March 31 to April 2 under the motto “Innovation meets technology,” featured expert presentations, plant tours, and demonstrations of injection moulding technologies, automation systems, and additive manufacturing solutions.

Visitors experienced 15 technology exhibits showcasing innovations in sustainable manufacturing, including the company’s ColorForm, FiberForm, and SilcoSet technologies, alongside the newly introduced LRXplus robot and large-format PowerPoint 3D printer.

“We took a lot of positive ideas with us and are looking forward to collaborative projects. The event was perfectly organised, and the catering was fantastic; we will be happy to come back,” said Stefan Meßner, Head of Strategic Procurement at GIWA GmbH.

Fernando Moniz, Advanced Engineering Director at GLN Advanced Solutions S.A., added: “On behalf of GLN, I would like to thank you all for the wonderful TechCenter Days at your premises. The TechCenter Days exceeded my expectations, and my only regret is that the time flew by.”

Company officials reported particularly positive feedback from returning international customers, who noted significant improvements compared to previous editions of the event.

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G3 Mixing Technologies, a global manufacturer of rubber mixing machinery for the pneumatic, automotive and industrial sectors, is reinforcing its commitment to the American market by establishing its new US headquarters in the heart of Akron, Ohio, a city legendary for its rubber industry heritage. This strategic move to a city synonymous with innovation will significantly enhance local customer support and service, providing tailored solutions for the pneumatic, automotive and industrial sectors.

The official opening is set for 20 November and will be marked by an event for global clients and community leaders, featuring technical presentations, facility tours and networking. This new centre of operations is designed to be a comprehensive resource for business, cutting-edge technical assistance and live demonstrations of mixing technologies on both laboratory and industrial scales, solidifying G3's position as an industry leader.

Pierpaolo and Pierluigi Gagliardi, Board Members of G3 Mixing Technologies, said in a statement, “We are proud to open the new headquarters in Akron, a city with a great industrial heritage and the beating heart of the rubber industry in the United States. This investment confirms our ambition for international growth and to offer American customers direct and rapid access to our solutions.”

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The Kari Motor Speedway witnessed a thrilling conclusion to the 28th JK Tyre FMSCI National Racing Championship, crowning a host of new champions across multiple categories. In the premier LGB Formula 4 class, Dhruvh Goswami of MSport staged a remarkable comeback to seize the title. The 18-year-old from Bengaluru, who began the final round trailing in the standings, dominated the weekend by winning three out of four races. His championship-winning performance was highlighted in the final 20-lap race, where he started seventh on a reverse grid but demonstrated strategic patience and skill, overtaking rivals including former champion Diljith TS and his own teammate, Ruhaan Alva, to claim a decisive victory. Monith Kumaran Srinivasan from Ahura Racing was awarded the Rookie title in the same category.

The event also featured the FIA-certified Formula 4 Indian Championship, where South Africa’s Luviwe Sambudla secured his first season win with a commanding pole-to-finish drive in the opening race. The podium saw international talent shine, with Ghazi Motlekar of Mozambique taking second and India’s Ishaan Madesh clinching third after a late overtake. In the subsequent race, Kenya’s Shane Chandaria claimed the win from pole position, followed by Motlekar in second and France’s Sachel Rotge in third.

In the two-wheeled action of the Royal Enfield Continental GT Cup, Anish Shetty from Bengaluru capped off his dominant season with another victory, having already secured the professional category title the previous day. The amateur class crown was claimed by Pondicherry’s Bryan Nicholas.

The championship also celebrated winners in its newer and entry-level series. Balaji Raju secured the Rookie crown in the debut JK Tyre Levitas Cup by winning both of the day's races, while Coimbatore’s Jai Prashanth Venkat dominated the Gentlemen category. The JK Tyre Novice Cup provided a dramatic finale, with Lokithlingeash Ravi of Pollachi emerging victorious in a tense season-ending shootout to claim the championship honours.

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The Yokohama Rubber Co., Ltd. has solidified its position within the world of professional tennis by extending its official partnership with the Association of Tennis Professionals (ATP), the premier governing body for men's tennis. This renewed agreement, which now runs through 2028, confirms the company’s role as the ATP Tour’s Official Tyre Partner, a Gold-level sponsorship. The primary motivation behind this sustained alliance is to significantly elevate global recognition of the YOKOHAMA brand and to cultivate new avenues for sales, with a particular strategic focus on the European market.

As a central component of this partnership, Yokohama Rubber will be the sponsor of five key European tournaments held in Italy, Spain, Germany and Monaco. A highlight of this sponsorship portfolio is the prestigious ATP Finals, the season-ending championship that exclusively features the world’s top eight ranked singles players and doubles teams. This involvement grants the company extensive promotional rights, including the ability to use the official ATP Tour logo in its marketing campaigns. Furthermore, the YOKOHAMA brand will receive substantial on-site visibility at these events and will be featured across the ATP’s massive digital platforms, which include social media channels with millions of followers and an official website that attracts hundreds of millions of annual views.

Adding a dynamic new layer to this collaboration, Yokohama Rubber will also become the official partner for the ATP Tour’s ‘Hot Shot of the Month’. This popular digital feature allows tennis fans worldwide to vote for their favourite shot from monthly competitions. This year-round partnership creates a continuous and engaging touchpoint, directly connecting the YOKOHAMA brand with the passionate global community of ATP fans.

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A new trans-Tasman alliance has been formed to fundamentally reshape the approach to end-of-life tyres in Australia and New Zealand. The Trans-Tasman Tyre Recycling Alliance (TTRA), a joint initiative of Tyre Stewardship Australia (TSA) and Tyrewise New Zealand, will function as an independent entity dedicated to advancing a circular economy for the sector. This collaboration arrives at a critical moment, as the two nations collectively discard more than 600,000 tonnes of tyres annually, presenting a significant environmental and economic challenge.

The urgency for such an alliance is underscored by recent data. In Australia, a mere 30,000 tonnes of end-of-life tyres are currently recycled domestically, leading to an estimated annual loss of over USD 50 million in resource value from large off-the-road tyres alone. Furthermore, a substantial portion of tyres in both countries are used for energy recovery rather than being transformed into valuable materials, highlighting a widespread missed opportunity for higher-value recovery. The TTRA will specifically champion advanced material applications, moving beyond this status quo to promote the use of crumb rubber in road construction, advanced manufacturing and innovative new products.

The alliance’s strategy is built upon five interconnected pillars: fostering technology and innovation, developing new markets for tyre-derived products, advocating for supportive policy and procurement standards, facilitating knowledge exchange across the industry and establishing a unified regional voice in global forums. This formal partnership allows both nations to leverage their distinct experiences; New Zealand can learn from Australia's more developed recycling markets, while Australia can gain insights from New Zealand's implementation of a regulated, mandatory stewardship scheme.

Scheduled to commence full operations in early 2026, the TTRA will not replace the existing national schemes but will instead operate alongside them, with both TSA and Tyrewise contributing resources and expertise. The formation of the alliance follows a successful global industry summit and signals a concerted effort to elevate industry standards, drive investment and create a more sustainable future for tyre management across the Australasian region and eventually into the Pacific.

Lina Goodman, CEO, Tyre Stewardship Australia, said, "We must work together across borders to unlock the full potential of circular tyre recovery and build resilience against global market disruptions. Through TTRA, we can get ahead of risks, capitalise on opportunities and accelerate the development of local markets for tyre-derived materials. The formation of TTRA reflects growing momentum behind product stewardship, circular economy outcomes and government mandates on recycled content, particularly in infrastructure projects.”

Adele Rose, CEO of 3R Group which manages New Zealand’s Tyrewise scheme, said, "Tyrewise has demonstrated how quickly a regulated system can deliver high collection rates and meaningful recovery outcomes. Through TTRA, we can not only share our learnings but can also be the incubator for new technology that demonstrates how a regulated well-supported scheme can foster greater circular outcomes. In addition, this assists us to support our close pacific neighbours who receive new and used tyres from our respective countries, often without the resources to manage those tyres when they become end of life. This is about building resilient, circular economies that support jobs, innovation and environmental responsibility. The future of tyre recycling in our region depends on the kind of collaboration TTRA represents."

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