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Styrene-butadiene rubber news
All news on
Styrene-butadiene rubber
(also known as
SSBR
,
1,3 Butadiene/styrene copolymers
,
Benzene, ethenyl-, polymer with 1,3-butadiene
,
SBR
, and
SBS
): plants, production capacities, investments and involved companies.
13 May 2026
Trinseo launches VOLTABOND 211 SBR binder for fast-charging batteries
A new water‑based SBR anode binder for graphite/silicon minimizes binder migration, lowers surface resistivity ~5% and whole‑cell DCIR up to 18%, while retaining adhesion and heat resistance.
11 December 2025
Michelin, IFPEN, Axens Advance BioButterfly™: Biobased Butadiene from Bioethanol
BioButterfly™ project confirms robust biobased butadiene production from bioethanol, meeting industrial specs. Commercialization set for 2026, supporting sustainable synthetic rubber industry.
13 November 2025
Sinopec Launches 250,000-Ton Thermoplastic Elastomer Project in Shanghai
The project uses Sinopec's proprietary technology, enhancing production efficiency and environmental standards, and supports industrial growth in the Yangtze River Delta.
13 November 2025
ARLANXEO Boosts Triunfo Plant Capacity
The Triunfo plant in Brazil will increase output by 25% by 2027 to meet rising demand in Latin America, ensuring local supply and supporting regional growth.
2 October 2025
ARLANXEO Plans Port Jerome Site Closure
ARLANXEO considers closing its Port Jerome site due to weak demand and high costs. A decision will follow consultations, with support planned for affected employees.
11 June 2024
Recycling Tires into Automotive Plastics: Neste, Borealis, Covestro Collaborate
Discarded tires are chemically recycled into high-quality polycarbonates for automotive parts, promoting circularity and sustainability in the plastics and automotive industries.
Styrene-butadiene rubber manufacturers top 3
Synthos
JSR
Lanxess
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13 April 2023
Versalis Invests in Specialized Elastomers Production in Ravenna
The Ravenna site will see an €80M investment to boost production of thermoplastic rubbers, polybutadiene, and SBR for the tire and automotive sectors, with a focus on sustainability and innovation.
17 October 2019
INEOS Launches Recycl-IN Polymer Range
Recycl-IN polymers combine up to 50% recycled plastic with virgin polymers, maintaining performance for non-food applications. Available Q4 2019, with range expansion in 2020.
19 March 2018
MOL/JSR Synthetic Rubber Plant in Hungary Completed
The new plant in Tiszaújváros will produce 60,000 tons of S-SBR annually, creating over 100 jobs. It supports MOL's strategy to expand its petrochemical value chain and invest in chemical growth.
28 February 2018
Trinseo Opens S-SBR Pilot Plant and Expands Capacity in Schkopau
The new facility addresses rising S-SBR demand and faster tire innovation. It boosts global production by 33%, supports local employment, and underscores a commitment to research and development.
13 October 2016
Trinseo to Build S-SBR Pilot Plant in Germany
The new S-SBR pilot plant in Schkopau will enhance production efficiency, speed up innovation in Performance Tires, and reduce product validation time, accelerating market entry for new tire technologies.
4 February 2015
Styrolution Launches SBC Pilot Plant
The new Antwerp SBC pilot plant enhances R&D, supports daily operations, and aids in developing specialty styrenics, offering customers efficient material testing and faster product development.
15 May 2014
Infinita and Musim Mas Partner to Restart Biodiesel Production in Spain
The agreement will boost competitiveness and secure the future of biodiesel plants in Ferrol and Castellón, which faced economic challenges since 2011. Production capacity totals 900,000 tons annually.
18 February 2014
Styron Doubles SSBR Production Capacity
Styron acquires JSR's capacity rights at its Schkopau site, doubling SSBR production to meet global tire market demands, enhancing its growth strategy and customer responsiveness.
17 June 2013
SYNTHOS S.A. begins new SSBR rubber production line in Poland
The €135M project, partly EU-funded, will produce 90,000 tons of advanced SSBR rubber annually, enhancing tire performance and creating 162 jobs. It strengthens competitive advantage and export volume.
15 October 2012
Styron Opens New SSBR Production Line in Schkopau for Tire Industry
The new line adds 50,000 metric tons capacity, supporting global tire customers. Built on time and budget, it meets rising demand for high-performance, sustainable tires with advanced SSBR technology.
30 May 2012
LANXESS Invests €30M in French Tire Rubber Site
The investment aims to boost productivity and energy efficiency for producing Nd-PBR and SSBR rubbers, essential for "green tires," driven by rising global demand and new EU tire labeling laws.
