Chinese rubber machinery maker MESNAC is expanding its global reach with a $20m investment in a new manufacturing facility in León, Mexico.
The move is designed to strengthen the company’s presence in the North American market, where Mexico is a key hub for tyre production. MESNAC’s Hong Kong subsidiary will operate the plant.
MESNAC, a leading supplier of rubber processing equipment and systems, reported that nearly 68 percent of its revenue in the first half of the year came from its core business, with the remaining 32 percent generated by its new rubber materials segment.
TyreSafe Partners With Bradford Council To Boost Tyre Safety Awareness
- By TT News
- April 28, 2026
TyreSafe, UK’s charity dedicated to raising tyre safety awareness, has entered into a new collaboration with Bradford Council aimed at raising tyre safety awareness among road users across the district. Given that Bradford’s roads see over 1.5 billion vehicle miles travelled annually, combined with a dense urban traffic environment and a significant number of learner and newly qualified drivers, maintaining legally compliant and well-maintained tyres has become essential for road safety. Both TyreSafe and the Council are existing partners of West Yorkshire Vision Zero, a 2024 initiative designed to eliminate all road deaths and serious injuries in the region.
Under this partnership, TyreSafe will work directly with Bradford Council’s Road Safety Team to encourage simple, preventative tyre checks. The goal is to help drivers understand how tyre condition influences braking performance, wet weather grip and overall vehicle control, especially on crowded urban roads where shorter stopping distances are critical. Bradford Council continues to invest in education, engagement and enforcement to lower road casualties, with a strong emphasis on helping road users develop safer habits and keep their vehicles roadworthy.
Through joint campaigns and engagement activities, TyreSafe and Bradford Council aim to improve tyre safety knowledge, support safer travel and contribute to the Council’s broader casualty-reduction objectives.
Stuart Lovatt, Chair of TyreSafe, said, “Tyres are fundamental to a vehicle’s safety, yet they’re often overlooked. In a district like Bradford, where traffic levels are high and journeys are frequent, worn or under-inflated tyres can significantly increase risk. By partnering with Bradford Council, we can reinforce the importance of regular tyre checks and help road users understand how maintaining their tyres plays a key role in keeping themselves and others safe.”
Cllr Alex Ross-Shaw, Portfolio Holder – Regeneration, Planning & Transport at Bradford Council, said, “Vehicle condition is an important part of road safety, and tyres play a crucial role in how a vehicle performs – particularly when braking or driving in wet conditions. Working with TyreSafe allows us to strengthen our road safety messaging and encourage drivers across the district to take simple steps that can make a real difference on Bradford’s roads.”
Trelleborg Tires Debuts ProgressiveTraction Innovations At Agrishow 2026
- By TT News
- April 28, 2026
Trelleborg Tires is showcasing its latest agricultural tyre innovations at Agrishow 2026 in Ribeirão Preto, Brazil, a premier Latin American trade fair. The company will present its advanced solutions at booth E8b, focusing on how tyre technology is driving progress in modern farming. Central to the showcase is ProgressiveTraction technology, which enhances traction and operational efficiency to meet the growing demands of agricultural operations that increasingly blend fieldwork with road transport.
Agricultural operations in Brazil face rising challenges such as higher loads, mixed usage cycles and continuous work in segments like sugarcane. In this environment, tyres have transformed from simple components into strategic assets that influence productivity, fuel efficiency and cost per hectare. Trelleborg’s latest innovations aim to support this shift by improving performance while preserving soil structure and optimizing overall efficiency.
The flagship product is the TM1000 ProgressiveTraction tyre, displayed in size VF 710/70R42 PFO 184D for high-horsepower tractors. It combines VF and PFO technologies with a specialised tread design to increase load capacity, enhance traction and reduce soil stress. Widely recognised as original equipment on premium tractor brands such as Fendt, the TM1000 will be exhibited alongside a Trelleborg wheel to demonstrate a fully integrated original equipment solution.
Another key highlight is the TM800 PowerFlex in size VF 710/70R38TL 178D, introduced to Brazil for operations requiring both field and road capability. Its VF-PFO construction and ProgressiveTraction tread include a central rib inspired by road tyres. Tests have shown up to 20 percent more traction under specific conditions, plus reduced soil stress, improved self-cleaning, lower rolling resistance, enhanced comfort and extended service life. The portfolio also debuts the TM200 in Brazil at Agrishow 2026, extending ProgressiveTraction benefits to new applications, alongside the TM900 for high-power tractors.
Marcelo Natalini, Regional President South America, Yokohama TWS, said, “Brazil is one of the most important agricultural markets globally and is rapidly advancing in the adoption of more efficient technologies such as VF and radial tyres. Trelleborg plays a leading role in this transformation, bringing to Brazil innovations already established in global markets and helping farmers increase productivity while preserving soil health.”
AZuR Network Welcomes Siemens As Newest Partner
- By TT News
- April 28, 2026
The Alliance for the Future of Tires (AZuR) has expanded its network by securing Siemens AG (Digital Industries) as its newest partner, taking another step towards advancing digital transformation throughout the tyre and recycling sectors and transformation to a tyre circular economy. This new collaboration reinforces AZuR’s standing as a cross-disciplinary hub that connects innovation, industrial know‑how and sustainable practices.
Siemens brings deep experience in automation and digitalisation to the Europe-wide network, with the shared goal of accelerating a sustainable, ethical and green tyre value chain. The company pursues a holistic approach covering the entire tyre lifecycle, from production and use to end-of-life. A particular emphasis is placed on the end-of-life segment, where Siemens aims to expand its ecosystem through more efficient processing methods and continuous data collection across the increasingly extended lifecycle of tyres.
Working closely with stakeholders including raw material suppliers, machine manufacturers and producers, Siemens seeks to help meet regulatory requirements while unlocking new efficiency gains. A key technological example is the digital twin, a virtual representation of real-world systems and processes. These simulations allow dynamic testing of developments, process optimisations and new methods without physical prototypes, enabling resource-conserving, data-driven improvements for individual tyres or complete recycling and retreading plants.
Siemens’ digital solutions also support precise planning and efficient operation of tyre recycling and retreading facilities for all vehicle types, as well as data-driven tyre tracking for transparent lifecycle documentation. Through this partnership, AZuR demonstrates that transforming the tyre industry depends on the interplay of technology, data and cooperation.
Linglong Tire Expands Master Range With New Dura Master Van Tyre
- By TT News
- April 28, 2026
Linglong Tire has expanded its commercial vehicle portfolio with the introduction of the Linglong Dura Master Van, a new tyre designed specifically for light trucks, vans and motorhomes. This latest addition to the Linglong Master product family emphasises high mileage, low rolling resistance and enhanced driving characteristics. A specialised version, the Dura Master Van e, has been developed to meet the unique requirements of original equipment manufacturers in the automotive industry.
The Dura Master Van features a robust new construction and an optimised tread design with a wider contact surface, delivering significantly higher mileage than its two predecessors, the Green-Max Van and Green-Max Van HP. An innovative tread compound reduces rolling resistance, translating into meaningful cost savings for commercial users. The reinforced carcass enhances load capacity for fully laden vehicles, while new sipe technology combined with a silica-based compound shortens wet braking distances and improves handling on both wet and dry roads.
Production of both the Dura Master Van and the Dura Master Van e is exclusively taking place at Linglong’s advanced tyre factory in Zrenjanin, Serbia, with immediate availability. A total of 29 sizes ranging from 12 to 17 inches will be delivered starting in spring 2026 and will reach retail stores thereafter. The Dura Master Van e, offered in two 16-inch sizes, will be supplied directly to OEMs following individual manufacturer approvals.
Development of the new tyres was led by Linglong’s European Development Center in Hanover, with testing conducted at the Idiada test track in Spain and the company’s own Sino Asia proving ground in China. Looking ahead, Linglong will further expand its van tire lineup in fall 2026 with the introduction of the Dura Master Van 4S, a new all-season tread pattern specifically engineered for light commercial vehicles.
Wencheng Liu, Head of Product Management, Linglong Tire, said, "With the Linglong Dura Master Van, we are expanding our range in the light commercial vehicle sector and offering a high-performance solution for businesses as well as private households. The tyre combines high mileage with safety and efficiency – crucial factors for cost-conscious families and entrepreneurs who use their vehicles every day."
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