A collection of views on the rubber economy.
IRSG is a vital organisation extending support to Governments and industry in decision making process. It is generally quoted that lack of reliable and up-to-date information on commodity supply, demand, stocks and export availability contributing to price volatility. As the focus on commodity markets grows, transparency and integrity take on heightened importance as the essential... Continue Reading →
JATMA was established in September 1947 as an industry organization for Japan’s automobile tire manufacturers. JATMA’s main objectives are to contribute to the development of an automobile tire industry in Japan, and the development of Japan’s economy also. Eventually improvement of Japan’s national welfare will be expected through the development of economy. To attain these... Continue Reading →
The story of rubber begins centuries before the formation of the International Rubber Study Group. The history of natural rubber, and from its uses in the 19th century, is well documented. The impetus by Governments to develop synthetic rubber arose during the Second World War, due to the shortage of natural rubber. Prior to this... Continue Reading →
The International Rubber Study Group (IRSG) is pleased to announce #IRSGforResearch a call for rubber-related economic research. .This award aims to promote high-quality research on emerging issues in the global rubber sector and engage young economists and researchers in the assessment of socio-economic issues affecting the rubber sector globally. The research paper should cover a... Continue Reading →
Automotive Tyre Manufacturers’ Association (ATMA) is a well-known tyre industry body in India. ATMA is the voice of the Indian tyre industry and its activities focus on promoting, representing and communicating the tyre industry interests primarily by acting as conduit between the Government and the industry. With a strong acceleration in Indian GDP growth, automotive... Continue Reading →
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