Europe Archives - Page 136 of 179 - Tyrepress

Posts

Goodtyre Presses Forward Into Europe

International News, Product News

Although the domestic Chinese tyre market is growing at an enormous rate, export markets are also offering an ever more tempting business opportunity for tyre manufacturers from China. In light of major production over-capacities in particular in the PC tyre segment European and American tyre markets almost assure profitable and relatively easy growth perspectives to Chinese tyre companies. The Yinbao Tyre Group for example is one company that is currently adjusting its own growth strategy towards a more international standing. The company is based in the city of Shouguang in Shandong province. Export manager Sino He explains that the company, which was founded in 1994 has sold its truck, OTR and industrial tyres on the domestic market until very recently. It is offering the tyre brands Goodtyre, Yinbao and Huibao.

2nd October 2006/by Tyrepress Editors

Trelleborg Phases Out Pirelli Brand

The Agricultural & Forestry Tyres division of Trelleborg is publicising its new brand strategy. On 25 and 26 September in Italy, Trelleborg invited more than 80 journalists from Europe and North America and 40 top managers of global major tractor makers to hear about its strategic plans for driving the brand transition from Pirelli Agricultural Tyres to Trelleborg. Basically Trelleborg plans to strengthen its brand in order to make it an “autonomous and synonymous specialization in agriculture.”

29th September 2006/by Tyrepress Editors

PCL Helps Inflate Production For Wheel Solutions

PCL’s digital inflation kits have increased production by up to 15 per cent on Wheel Solutions’ assembly line. Safe and fast inflation is vital to Wheel Solution’s reputation as a leading importer and supplier of wheels and tyres for the turf, agricultural, trailer, caravan, mobile home, materials handling, plant and construction industries throughout the UK and Europe.

27th September 2006/by Tyrepress Editors

Kumho Gets Go-ahead To Build Vietnam Factory

(Akron/Tire Review) Kumho Tire Co. has received approval by regional government authorities to build a $380 million tyre plant in southern Vietnam’s Binh Duong Province. Production is expected to begin in March 2008, with an annual output of 3.15 million units, according to Kumho. Jongsun Sun, general director of Kumho Tire (Vietnam) Co. Inc., said the tyre maker would invest $155 million for the first phase of the project, which will begin next month.

27th September 2006/by Tyrepress Editors

Technology Enhancement for Exide Batteries

Exide Technologies has made some technological improvements to its premium lines of endurance and higher starting power batteries. Both ranges now have a heat-sealed, double lid which prevents tampering and controls spillage, for improved safety. The batteries also have a central venting system that safely manages the escape of any gases, while an internal labyrinth controls acid spills. The battery’s charge level can easily be seen from the state-of-charge indicator.

26th September 2006/by Tyrepress Editors

Reorganisation at Bandag Brussels

Marketing director Danny van Essche and HR director Ron Bloemperk officially left Bandag by mutual agreement on 15 September, Bandag’s vice president Mike Tirona has confirmed to Tyres & Accessories. Tirona said the company was interested in reinforcing its “back to basics” business model. Deploying this model is, from Bandag’s point-of-view, the right thing to do in today’s ever changing and hectic business environment.

26th September 2006/by Tyrepress Editors

Renault to Offer Goodyear Duraseal Technology

Renault Trucks is Europe’s first truck maker to offer Goodyear Duraseal Technology. Customers ordering vehicles from the brand-new Renault Kerax construction range launched at the IAA Truck Show in Hanover, will have the choice of Goodyear Omnitrac mixed service tyres featuring Duraseal Technology. According to Goodyear, this means less downtime and reduced tyre costs.

25th September 2006/by Tyrepress Editors

Van Essche Leaves Bandag NV

After 10 years as part of the Bandag organisation, director of marketing for Europe, Danny Van Essche, has left the company. He was also part of the company’s European Leadership Team. Van Essche expressed thanks to his colleagues and partners in the last decades and pointed to the “many successful initiatives realised by Bandag to support the retreading industry in Europe.”

22nd September 2006/by Tyrepress Editors

Aston Martin Picks Bridgestone for New Vantage

(Akron/Tire Review) Aston Martin has selected the Bridgestone Potenza RE050A for OE position on its new V8 Vantage. The tyre, which has also been fitted on Aston Martin’s DB9, will be available in two sizes for the Aston Martin V8 Vantage – 235/45R18 (front) and 275/40R18 (rear) and 235/40R19 (front) and 275/35R19 (rear).

20th September 2006/by Tyrepress Editors

MAN Confirms Interest in Scania

German truckmaker MAN has confirmed it is interested in taking over Swedish rival Scania. MAN said the rationale for a takeover – which would result in the creation of a European market leading company – was “compelling”. Analysts estimate that any potential deal might be worth as much as 12 billion euros, (£8.1 billion).

15th September 2006/by Tyrepress Editors

Romania Becoming Interesting Distribution Market

Romania and Eastern Europe in general are now commonly seen as attractive “manufacturing” countries, but how are they seen in terms of sales and distribution? Alexis Burlacot, marketing manager with the truck tyre unit of Michelin Europe, told Romanian newspapers that consumption within these markets is growing 10 – 15 per cent each year.

15th September 2006/by Tyrepress Editors

Bandag Expands Continuum Line for OTR Applications

(Akron/Tire Review) Bandag has “significantly expanded” its line of Continuum brand OTR retread materials. Launched in 2005, the Continuum line is expanded to include “innovative serpentine tread designs” intended for rigid dump trucks and industrial/container handling applications. Bandag said the Continuum serpentine tread designs offer greater flexibility than other retread application methods and products.

15th September 2006/by Tyrepress Editors

Kwik-Fit Appoints Trading Director

Kwik-Fit has appointed Paul House as trading director responsible for the company’s commercial, buying and supply chain activities. He reports directly to CEO, Ian Fraser. Paul House’s initial focus will be to develop new trading strategies for the UK business and to leverage buying synergies amongst other Kwik-Fit Group companies. He will also be tasked with extracting greater value from the company’s supply chain.

13th September 2006/by Tyrepress Editors

New Arnco Europe Management

Due to their success in building a global market for Arnco flat proofing products for off-road vehicles, Matt Pearson has been promoted to managing director of Arnco Europe and Andrew Elliot has been named as director of sales for Asia. The appointments were announced by Arnco president, Larry Carapellotti, who added that the tireless effort of both individuals has helped Arnco Europe achieve record breaking sales for the last several years.

11th September 2006/by Tyrepress Editors

Amtel Tyre Production Begins at Moscow Plant

Amtel-Vredestein N.V. has announced that it has begun production of its Amtel brand of tyres at the Moscow Tyre Plant-M; only weeks after the company announced its intention to acquire the factory. The company has also met its promise to make the plant more environmentally friendly by shutting down rubber mixing at the facility.

7th September 2006/by Tyrepress Editors