The Japanese Rubber Workers Union Confederation (JRC) has set out on its annual spring labor offensive for 2022. The bulk…...
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Yokohama Rubber Receives ABINC Certification for Mie, Shinshiro Plants
Yokohama Rubber Co. Ltd. (TYO:5101) has announced that its Mie Plant and Shinshiro Plant received “Business Location in Harmony with…...
Sumitomo Rubber, Academic Researchers Use Tomato Enzymes to Shine Light on Natural Rubber Synthesis
New findings from a collaborative research project involving Sumitomo Rubber Industries Ltd. (TYO:5110) could lead to an improved supply of…...
Toyota Takes on Conductive Surface Material From Achilles to Aid in Stable Vehicle Behavior
Achilles Corp. (TYO:5142) recently announced that a conductive surface material it offers has been picked up by Toyota Motor Corp…....
Tire Manufactures With Russian Subsidiaries Look to Evacuate Locally Stationed Employees
Japan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs raised its risk level for Russia – including Moscow – to Level 3 on March…...
Russia’s Invasion of Ukraine Sparks Concern Over Potential Impact on Rubber Industry
There are concerns that Russia’s invasion of Ukraine could impact the business operations of tire-focused rubber companies. There are two…...
