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RTA NEWS YOU CAN USE
January 29, 2025
Current News on
Tire and Rubber Conferences, Events & Expos
To consider attending in 2025

Traveling and Exploring Tire Retreading & Repair Industry Events
Can benefit you & your business in many ways.

We've compiled a list of 2025 events and contacts to help you get there.
In every aspect of Tires, Retreading and Tire Repair,
you need fresh info, viewpoints and contacts to flourish.

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2025 Tire and Retreading Expos, Seminars, Conferences,
Retreading Equipment and Machinery, Tire and Rubber Industry
Events Scheduled globally for 2025

Please note that event details, including dates and locations, are subject to change.
It's advisable to check the official websites of these events for the most up-to-date information.

70th Annual TIA Off-the-Road (OTR) Tire Conference

Dates: February 19-22, 2025

Location: Sheraton Puerto Rico Hotel & Casino, San Juan, Puerto Rico

Overview: Organized by the Tire Industry Association (TIA), this conference brings together leaders in the OTR and construction tire markets for educational sessions and networking opportunities.

Web: https://www.tireindustry.org/events/otr/

Tire Technology Expo 2025

Dates: March 4-6, 2025

Location: Deutsche Messe, Hannover, Germany

Overview: Celebrating its 25th year, this expo is a premier event for the tire industry, featuring over 240 exhibitors and more than 150 speakers. It covers the latest developments in tire manufacturing, design, and innovation.

Web: https://www.tiretechnology-expo.com/en/

GRTE 2025 – Global Rubber, Latex & Tyre Expo

Dates: March 12–14, 2025

Location: Bangkok International Trade & Exhibition Center (BITEC), Bangkok, Thailand

Overview: The 6th edition of GRTE serves as a gateway to global markets and a knowledge hub for the rubber, latex, and tire industries, attracting exhibitors and professionals worldwide.

Web: https://grte-expo.com/expo/66/GRTE-2025---Global-Rubber,-Latex-&-Tyre-Expo

30th ETRA Tyre Recycling Conference

Dates: March 25-27, 2025

Location: Brussels, Belgium

Overview: Organized by the European Tyre Recycling Association (ETRA), this conference focuses on current events in the tire recycling industries, providing a platform for open discussion and networking.

Web: https://etra-eu.org/index.php/events/30th-etra-conference-on-tyre-recycling

Clemson University Global Tire Industry Conference

Dates: April 22–24, 2025

Location: Greenville, South Carolina, USA

Overview: An annual conference that addresses current topics and future challenges in the tire industry, providing a platform for industry leaders, researchers, and academics to share insights and developments. Please note that event details, including dates and locations, are subject to change. It's advisable to check the official websites of these events for the most up-to-date information.

Web: https://www.clemsontireconference.com

Latin Tyre & Auto Parts Expo

Dates: July 9-11, 2025

Location: Panama Convention Center, Panama City, Panama

Overview: The leading tire and auto parts show in Latin America, featuring over 650 international exhibitors. The expo includes conferences on tires, auto parts, retreading, and tire repair.

Web: https://www.latintyreexpo.com

China International Tire & Wheel (Qingdao) Fair 2025

Dates: July 10–13, 2025

Location: China World Expo City International Exhibition Center, Qingdao, China

Overview: This fair focuses on tire and wheel products, production equipment, raw materials, and related services. It serves as a platform for industry professionals to explore the latest trends and technologies in tire manufacturing and retreading. Please note that event details, including dates and locations, are subject to change. It's advisable to check the official websites of these events for the most up-to-date information.

Web: http://en.qdctf.com

China International Tire Expo (CITEXPO) 2025

Dates: September 3–5, 2025

Location: Shanghai World Expo Exhibition and Convention Center, Shanghai, China

Overview: CITEXPO is a premier trade show in the Asia-Pacific region, showcasing a wide range of tire products, aftermarket services, equipment, accessories, rims, retreading materials, and machinery.

Web: https://www.citexpo.com.cn/en/

2025 Global Polymer Summit – Presented by IEC & ITEC

Dates: September 8–11, 2025

Location: Cleveland, Ohio, USA

Overview: A collaborative event combining the International Elastomer Conference (IEC) and the International Tire Exposition & Conference (ITEC), focusing on advancements in polymers, elastomers, and tire technologies.

Web: https://link.rubbernews.com/join/6lb/gps-2025

RubberTech China 2025

Dates: September 17–19, 2025

Location: Shanghai New International Expo Center (SNIEC), Shanghai, China

Overview: The International Exhibition on Rubber Technology, known as RubberTech China, is a leading professional rubber exhibition. It features exhibitors from nearly 30 countries, covering rubber machinery, rubber chemicals, rubber raw materials, thermoplastic elastomers, tire and non-tire rubber products, rubber recycling, and tire retreading.

Web: https://en.rubbertech-expo.com

44th Annual Conference – Tire Society

Dates: September 23–25, 2025

Location: The University of Akron, Akron, Ohio, USA

Overview: Focused on the theme "Rolling Towards Sustainability: Tires for A Greener Future," this conference brings together researchers, industry professionals, and policymakers to discuss sustainable advancements in tire technology.

Web: https://tiresociety.org/conference/

The Global OTR Conference 2025

• Dates: October 1–3, 2025

• Location: Hilton Hotel, Antwerp, Belgium

• Overview: Europe's first-ever Global Off-The-Road (OTR) Conference brings together leading experts and innovators in the OTR industry for a unique three-day event. The conference will feature discussions on the latest trends, technologies, and challenges in the OTR sector.

Web: https://theglobalotrconference.com

K 2025 – World's No. 1 Trade Fair for Plastics & Rubber

Dates: October 8–15, 2025

Location: Düsseldorf, Germany

Overview: K 2025 is the leading global trade fair for the plastics and rubber industry, showcasing innovations and developments across the sector.

Web: https://www.k-online.com

Tires & Rubber Exhibition 2025

Dates: To Be Announced

Location: Moscow, Russia

Overview: Russia's premier trade show for rubber goods, tire production, tire retreading, and recycling technologies. The exhibition offers unparalleled opportunities for industry professionals. Please note that event details, including dates and locations, are subject to change. It's advisable to check the official websites of these events for the most up-to-date information.

Web: https://www.rubber-expo.ru/en/

CalRecycle – Revising the Five-Year Tire Plan Workshop

Dates: To Be Announced for Fiscal Years 2025–26 to 2029–30

Location: Sacramento, CA

Overview: A workshop focusing on the development of California's Five-Year Tire Plan, discussing topics related to tire recycling and retreading, and seeking public input on proposed initiatives. Please note that event details, including dates and locations, are subject to change. It's advisable to check the official websites of these events for the most up-to-date information.

Web: https://calrecycle.ca.gov

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