The Tyre Recovery Association plans to tackle the menace of tyre fly-tipping with special marker pens in a campaign that starts this week.

The retailers and others who handle waste tyres will be offered the pens to identify the origin of tyres. Handouts and posters will also be distributed for publicity of the campaign.

The Tyre Recovery Association was founded in 2004. Its members collect tyres and either reuse or dispose them in the best possible way while being environmentally friendly.

“Fly-tipping is a serious problem right across our country,” said Peter Taylor (OBE), TRA secretary general. “Through our Responsible Recycler Scheme, we have done much to marginalise bad practises in our sector but there remain those who still choose to flout the law and ignore their legal duty of care.  We applaud this initiative from West Mercia Police and hope other police forces may follow, we wish it every success”.  (TT)

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The second Sustainable Development (ESG) Industrial Ecosystem Innovation Competition for Chinese and Foreign Enterprises in Shanghai’s Pudong New Area recently concluded, with Sailun Group emerging as a distinguished honouree. Recognised for its collaborative ESG efforts with Vale, a global leader in metal and mining, Sailun received the prestigious ‘Innovative Model’ award, standing out as the sole tire company to achieve this recognition.

Organised jointly by the Shanghai Pudong Foreign-Invested Enterprises Association and the Shanghai Pudong Domestic-Funded Enterprises Association, the competition welcomed participation from companies registered and operating in the area, along with their partners. Invited by Vale Metals (Shanghai), Sailun took an active role by meticulously organising and presenting its innovative achievements in sustainable development. Through a structured application process highlighting solid practices and creative excellence, the company successfully secured the award.

Vale, one of the world’s foremost iron ore producers, maintains a longstanding strategic partnership with Sailun. Driven by a mutual dedication to sustainable supply chains, the two organisations have intensified collaboration, particularly in mining tyre supply. By integrating Sailun’s low-carbon tyre technologies, they inject environmental vitality into operations while enabling Vale to achieve refined efficiency through cutting-edge solutions. Their partnership exemplifies a synergistic model that harmonises efficiency, safety and low-carbon practices, serving as a standout case of ESG-driven empowerment across the industrial chain.

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Hankook Tire convened its annual Proactive Awards ceremony on 3 March 2026 at the Hankook Technodome, the company’s advanced research and development centre in Daejeon’s Yuseong District. This marks the 19th iteration of a programme that began in 2007, designed to acknowledge teams and personnel across its global operations for exceptional performance driven by innovative thinking and a willingness to take bold steps. The initiative stands as a key vehicle for embedding the Proactive Culture, a management philosophy championed by Hyunbum Cho, Chairman of Hankook & Company Group, throughout the organisation.

Around 100 people attended the gathering, including awardees from overseas and their families, alongside executives from the headquarters. The programme distributed accolades in four distinct classifications: Leadership, Performance, Challenge and Innovation. Ten groups and individuals, judged to have demonstrated the highest distinction in their respective fields, received trophies and monetary prizes reaching as much as KRW 20 million (approximately USD 13,568).

Within the Leadership category, honour was bestowed upon those who guided meaningful organisational transformation through adept communication and decisive action. Recognised here were Bonbae Koo, who heads the Gyeonggi Central PC/LT Team within the domestic sales division; Deokhee Ryu, leading the Material Machinery Team under Safety & Production Technology; Jiyoung Kim, who manages a manufacturing sub-team at the Keumsan Plant and Yue Peng, a line leader at the Chongqing Plant in China.

The Performance category, celebrating entities that have bolstered commercial competitiveness through remarkable achievements, saw awards presented to Manufacturing Team 2 at the Indonesian facility and the Romanian subsidiary representing European operations. Changmo Kang, a senior manager engaged in a real estate development project, received the Challenge honour for demonstrating significant results through an enterprising and bold approach.

Finally, the Innovation category recognised efforts producing substantial outcomes through transformative initiatives, particularly those involving digital advancements and practical, site-driven enhancements. Honourees included Nayoung Jeon, a manager within the Quality Digital Innovation Task Project; the Qingfeng Quality Control Circle from Manufacturing Team 3 at the Jiaxing Plant in China and the Oil Quality Control Circle, part of the DP PCR1 Sub-Team at the Daejeon Plant.

Through the consistent application of its foundational Proactive Culture, Hankook Tire continues to foster an environment where all employees are encouraged to evolve into proactive leaders capable of shaping the future of mobility. The company actively promotes open, horizontal communication to unlock individual creativity while simultaneously using the Proactive Awards to stimulate a healthy competitive spirit, thereby motivating both personal advancement and wider organisational progress.

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American Honda Motor Company has honoured Maxxis with its 2025 Racing Spirit Award, recognising the tyre manufacturer's exceptional performance as a supplier. This accolade acknowledges Maxxis’ consistent ability to meet Honda’s stringent requirements regarding product quality, punctual delivery and cost efficiency.

The two companies have maintained a strong partnership since 2005, when Maxxis first began supplying original equipment tyres for Honda’s powersports division. Today, Maxxis tyres are fitted to popular Honda models such as the FourTrax Foreman Rubicon 4x4 and the Pioneer SxS. Expressing his gratitude, Andy Lee, President of Maxxis International – USA, conveyed that the entire organisation feels deeply honoured by the recognition. He attributed the achievement to the dedicated efforts of Maxxis employees, whose daily commitment ensures excellent products and service for their long-standing partner. Lee also reaffirmed the company’s dedication to upholding Honda’s expectations in the years ahead.

Lee said, “I know I speak for everyone at Maxxis when I say that we are truly honoured and delighted to receive this award. I’m also proud of the Maxxis employees who work hard every day to deliver excellent equipment and service to our OE partner of more than 20 years. We thank Honda and look forward to continuing to meet their expectations in 2026 and beyond.”

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Michelin North America, Inc. has launched the Michelin XHA3 tyre at ConExpo 2026. The product is the next generation in the company’s loader and grader range, succeeding the XHA2 model.

The XHA3 replaces several previous lines, including the XHA2, XADN+, XAD65 and XLD. According to the company, this launch represents its most significant innovation in the earthmoving segment in over a decade.

The new tyre has been engineered to meet the requirements of modern construction machinery, which now operate with higher loads and longer duty cycles. The XHA3 features increased load capacity and improved tonne-kilometre-per-hour (TKPH) performance compared to its predecessor.

It is built to carry heavier loads for modern earthmoving equipment. A new tread pattern engineered for durability and traction in loader and grader applications. It is designed to increase TKPH performance and extend tyre life. Aimed at reducing the total cost of ownership for fleet operators.

Yahn Heurlin, VP of Marketing, Michelin North America, said, “With the Michelin XHA3 tire, we’re building on a heritage our customers trust while delivering the next level of performance they demand. Construction equipment continues to evolve with higher loads, longer duty cycles and greater productivity expectations. The XHA3 tire, is designed to help fleets unlock more ton-per-hour performance, carry heavier loads with confidence and extend tire life, all while reducing total cost of ownership.”

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