Falken Tyre Europe GmbH has officially transitioned to operating under the name DUNLOP Tyre Europe GmbH, following its formal registration with the Offenbach Local Court. This change signifies a pivotal development for the Sumitomo Rubber Industries subsidiary. The rebranding represents a calculated and essential move to establish a more formidable European footprint for the DUNLOP brand. Company leadership acknowledges that this evolution is built upon the considerable equity established by Falken, including its strong market recognition, unwavering product quality and the commitment of its personnel.

This strategic shift positions the organisation under the umbrella of a globally respected marque, with its future strategy firmly centred on expansion, pioneering advancements and ecological responsibility. A prominent symbol of this new chapter will be unveiled shortly, with the renaming of the DUNLOP City Tower in Offenbach. A formal ceremony will mark the occasion, featuring the presentation of the DUNLOP logo at the tower. The event is set to be attended by Offenbach's Lord Mayor, Dr Felix Schwenke, alongside the company’s managing directors, Hiroshi Hamada and Markus Bögner, and the newly enlarged DUNLOP team.

Markus Bögner, Managing Director and President, DUNLOP Tyre Europe GmbH, said, “The name change is an important milestone of which we can be very proud. It strengthens our identity and underlines that we are ready for the next steps. Our strong heritage with Falken is and remains part of our success, laying the foundations for DUNLOP’s future in Europe. Our thanks go to all our employees and partners who have supported and accompanied us on this journey.”

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MAXAM Tire North America has promoted Ed Petros to Forestry & Port Segment Manager, a move that bolsters the company’s leadership in two critical speciality tyre divisions. The promotion underscores MAXAM’s focus on deepening its expertise in these sectors.

With over four decades in the commercial tyre industry, Petros brings a background rooted in a family tyre business and a degree from the University of Pittsburgh. His career includes senior roles at a major OTR tyre dealer, a leading retreading organisation and Bridgestone/GCR, covering Earthmoving, Mining, Forestry and Port applications. Over seven years at MAXAM, he has helped drive customer support, growth and market strength.

Jimmy McDonnell, Senior Vice President, MAXAM Tire North America, said, “Ed’s promotion is a reflection of the tremendous impact he has made throughout his time at MAXAM. His decades of industry knowledge, unwavering commitment to our customers and dedication to continuous improvement have helped shape our success. Ed is well-positioned to lead the continued growth and development of our Forestry and Port segments.”

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HF Group has promoted Dr M N Aji to the position of General Manager – Process Technology, elevating him from his previous role as Senior Manager – Process Technology. The appointment reflects his extensive contribution to process technology and mixing solutions across Asian markets and global operations.

Dr Aji has been associated with HF Group since 2013, leading process technology initiatives and supporting tyre manufacturers worldwide with advanced mixing solutions and technical troubleshooting. Over the course of nearly three decades in the rubber and tyre industry, he has built expertise spanning tangential, intermeshing, tandem, kneader and open mill mixing technologies.

Before joining HF Group, Dr Aji held roles at Satya Sai Polymers, Mold Teck Plastics and MRF Tyres, where he gained experience across scooter, motorcycle, passenger vehicle, truck radial, off-the-road and aircraft tyre segments.

A recognised speaker and academic contributor in the field of rubber processing and mixing technology, Dr Aji holds a PhD in Polymer and Rubber Processing and Characterisation Techniques from the UK, along with MTech, BTech and Diploma qualifications in Polymer Technology. He has conducted workshops and delivered lectures for universities, research institutions and tyre manufacturers in India and overseas.

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Epsilon Carbon Pvt. Ltd. has announced the appointment of Munish Kumar Rathi as its new President and Business Head for Carbon Black.

With more than 25 years of extensive global leadership experience, Rathi brings a strong background in profit and loss management, multi-site manufacturing leadership, strategic planning and business transformation. His career is marked by a demonstrated ability to drive operational excellence and foster sustainable growth across various international markets.

The company is anticipating that his leadership will play a key role as Epsilon Carbon continues to expand its global footprint and accelerate innovation within the carbon black business segment. The organisation has formally welcomed Rathi to the team, expressing confidence in his capacity to guide future strategic initiatives. This move underscores Epsilon Carbon’s commitment to strengthening its leadership team in pursuit of long-term global competitiveness.

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TVS Srichakra has approved capital investment of up to INR 2.2 billion to expand production capacity at its manufacturing facilities in Vellaripatti, Madurai.

The expansion will cover the company’s two-wheeler tyre and off-highway tyre plants, with investment of up to INR 1.1 billion allocated to each facility.

TVS Srichakra said the two-wheeler tyre plant currently has capacity of about 21 million to 23.5  million tyres a year and operates at utilisation levels of around 80 to 85 percent. The company plans to add about 5 percent capacity, with completion targeted in the first half of FY2028-29.

The off-highway tyre plant has existing capacity of about 75 to 85 metric tonnes a year and operates at utilisation levels of 75 to 80 percent. TVS Srichakra plans to increase capacity at the plant by about 25 percent, with the addition scheduled for the first half of FY2027-28.

The company said the investment would be financed through a combination of internal accruals and debt.

TVS Srichakra said the expansion is intended to meet growing demand for its two- and three-wheeler tyres and off-highway tyre products.

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