The tire industry is under pressure to solve tire wear and sustainability challenges. EVs generate over 20% more tire wear particles, worsening microplastic pollution and pushing regulators to act. Meanwhile, tire disposal remains a problem—21% of end-of-life tires in the U.S. aren’t sustainably recycled, adding to environmental concerns.
R&D teams must navigate breakthroughs in sustainable tire materials, recycling processes, emerging trends, scalability of bio-based alternatives, and adaptive designs tailored for EVs while meeting tighter regulations and increasing demands for eco-friendliness.
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List of the Most Influential Tire R&D Conferences in 2025
| # | Conference Name | Dates | Location |
| 1 | Clemson University Global Tire Industry Conference 2025 | April 22-24, 2025 | Clemson @ Greenville ONE, Greenville, South Carolina, USA |
| 2 | GRTE 2025 – 6th Global Rubber, Latex & Tyre Expo 2025 | March 12-14, 2025 | Bangkok International Trade & Exhibition Center (BITEC), Bangkok, Thailand |
| 3 | Tire Technology Expo 2025 | March 4-6, 2025 | Deutsche Messe, Hannover, Germany |
| 4 | TIRES & RUBBER 2025 | April 14-17, 2025 | Expocentre Fairgrounds, Moscow, Russia |
| 5 | Asian Tyre Tech 2025 | March 12-13, 2025 | Bangkok International Trade & Exhibition Center (BITEC), Bangkok, Thailand |
| 6 | Tyre Emissions & Sustainability USA 2025 | April 30–May 1, 2025 | The Beckman Center, Irvine, California, USA |
| 7 | Tyre Emissions & Sustainability Europe 2025 | February 11-12, 2025 | Clarion Hotel, Prague, Czech Republic |
| 8 | 44th Annual Conference on Tire Science and Technology | September 23-25, 2025 | The University of Akron, Akron, Ohio, USA |
| 9 | 2025 Global Polymer Summit – Presented by IEC & ITEC | September 8-11, 2025 | Huntington Convention Center, Cleveland, Ohio, USA |
| 10 | European Tyre Recycling Association (ETRA) Conference 2025 | March 25–27, 2025 | Le Louise Hotel, Brussels, Belgium |
Let’s delve into the specifics of these conferences and explore the ones that most align with your goals and interests –
Conferences Focused on Tire Research
1. Clemson University Global Tire Industry Conference 2025
| Date | April 22-24, 2025 |
| Website | https://www.clemsontireconference.com/ |
| Location | Greenville, South Carolina, USA |
| Attendees | Automotive industry professionals, researchers, R&D professionals, industry leaders, policymakers, industry professionals, industry decision-makers, sustainability experts, and environmental experts. |
Why Attend: The Clemson Global Tire Industry Conference is a globally renowned event for discussing advancements in tire design, research, and manufacturing. Organized by Clemson University, it brings together experts from various sectors to explore economic and technical challenges shaping the tire industry.
The conference has a legacy of connecting global audiences from North America, Europe, Asia, and the Middle East. It provides excellent networking and learning opportunities.
Highlights: Discussions on tire recycling innovations, tire longevity and road surface interactions, market dynamics, autonomous vehicle impacts, professional presentations, expert-led sessions, industry innovations, and best practices.
2025 featured speakers are Kimberly Lysons (Asphalt Materials Engineer @ SC Dept of Transportation), Jeff Gowdy (Global Sustainability Expert @ SUSTAINSERV), and K. Stratton Kirton (VP, Government Relations @ LIBERTY TIRE).
Exhibitors: Tire manufacturers, raw material suppliers, automotive companies, academic R&D experts, and sustainability-focused innovators.
2. GRTE 2025 – 6th Global Rubber, Latex & Tyre Expo 2025
| Date | March 12-14, 2025 |
| Website | https://grte-expo.com/expo/66/GRTE-2025—Global-Rubber,-Latex-&-Tyre-Expo |
| Location | Bangkok International Trade & Exhibition Center (BITEC), Bangkok, Thailand |
| Attendees | Industry professionals, researchers, designers, manufacturers, suppliers, engineers, scientists, technology suppliers, and rubber trading professionals. |
Why Attend: TechnoBiz and China United Rubber Corporation (CURC) are jointly organizing the 6th Edition of GRTE 2025. The GRTE 2025 – 6th Global Rubber, Latex & Tyre Expo 2025 is a premier international trade show dedicated to rubber, latex, and tire industries where professionals can unite for product exhibitions while exploring emerging technologies and innovation. The event is set to attract over 200 exhibitors and 5000+ participants from more than 45 countries.
It is the ideal space to discover cutting-edge rubber processing machinery, tire testing instruments, sustainability solutions, and networking opportunities with industry leaders. Dedicated trade fairs such as the India Rubber Exports Trade Fair and ASEAN Rubber Exports Trade Fair will be featured at the expo and provide additional avenues for exhibitors from these regions to expand their global reach.
The event includes expert-led conferences, research exhibitions, and the latest rubber and tire technologies.
Highlights: Rubber Research Fair (Natural Rubber Trade Fair, India Rubber Trade Fair, and ASEAN Rubber Exports Trade Fair) showcases research developments and innovations as posters from different parts of the world. These posters display findings from various researchers globally, allowing attendees to explore new advancements in a visual format. A specialized book, “Rubber Handbook”, will be published, including the latest technical and research articles related to rubber and tire industries for the pre-registered visitors of GRTE 2025.
Exhibitors: Global manufacturers and suppliers of natural and synthetic rubber, rubber chemicals and additives, rubber processing machinery, latex chemicals and technology, tire manufacturing technology, rubber testing equipment, tire testing instruments, rubber & latex products, rubber reclaim and recycling companies, research institutes and universities, rubber industry associations and consultants.
3. Tire Technology Expo 2025
| Date | March 4-6, 2025 |
| Website | https://www.tiretechnology-expo.com/en/ |
| Location | Deutsche Messe, Hannover, Germany |
| Attendees | Engineers, scientists, tire manufacturers, material suppliers, researchers, industry professionals, research institutions, R&D specialists, and academics. |
Why Attend: Tire Technology Expo 2025 marks its 25th year as a key event for professionals in the tire manufacturing industry to exchange knowledge and network.
The expo hosts over 240 exhibitors who will display state-of-the-art tire technologies and materials during this event. Industry experts and leaders from Michelin, Apollo Tyres, and Jaguar Land Rover will share their knowledge and experience at the conference.
Additionally, the event provides specialized short courses for professionals looking to deepen their expertise in tire mechanics, modeling, and reinforcement.
Highlights:
- 150+ expert speakers from leading companies and institutions such as Michelin, Apollo Tyres, Sumitomo Rubber Industries, GDSO, Kumho, Jaguar, Land Rover, University of Twente, and many more.
- Tire Technology International Awards for Innovation and Excellence
- Premier tech showcase.
Exhibitors: Tire manufacturers, technology providers, equipment suppliers (such as ACE Laboratories, Bastian Solutions, China United Rubber Corporation, Junma Tyre Cord, and others), and companies showcasing tire systems, technologies, and machinery.
4. TIRES & RUBBER 2025
| Date | April 14-17, 2025 |
| Website | https://www.rubber-expo.ru/en/ |
| Location | Expocentre Fairgrounds, Moscow, Russia |
| Attendees | Industry experts, tire manufacturers, rubber producers, automotive suppliers, equipment engineers, R&D specialists, environmental experts, and recycling experts. |
Why Attend: TIRES & RUBBER 2025 is Russia’s premier trade show for the tire, rubber, and recycling industries that brings together professionals from across the globe. More than 10,000 visitors are anticipated to attend this event. It will be one of the most significant gathering points for industry professionals to collaborate while monitoring the latest industry trends, discovering new innovative products, and building relationships for business expansion.
With over 300 exhibitors, including 98 Russian and 205 international companies, the exhibition covers everything from tire production and rubber processing to raw materials, machinery, and environmental technologies. Visitors can also attend insightful talks from over 70 expert speakers and one-on-one meetings with partners to discuss new product developments and opportunities.
Highlights: Innovative new product showcases, networking events, industry trends, 70+ expert speakers, 10 events, 800+ delegates, global market insights, and cutting-edge technologies.
Exhibitors: Tire manufacturers, rubber producers, technology providers, equipment suppliers, Companies showcasing tire production machinery, rubber processing technologies, recycling systems, and material solutions (such as Zodo Tire Co. Ltd, Alfa-ftor LLC, Amkodor-Elastomer, Avan Transport, Koryo Tyres Industrial (China) Ltd, and others).
5. Asian Tyre Tech 2025
| Date | March 12-13, 2025 |
| Website | https://admin.technobiz.org/images/upload/event/78/brochures78.pdf |
| Location | Bangkok International Trade & Exhibition Center (BITEC), Bangkok, Thailand |
| Attendees | Engineers, technical managers, researchers, tire manufacturers, raw material suppliers, tire R&D professionals, performance testing professionals, and tire health monitoring experts. |
Why Attend: This year Asian Tyre Tech 2025 Conference will be co-located with the 6th Edition of Global Rubber, Latex & Tyre Expo (GRTE) 2025.
The combined conference provides a unique opportunity for tire industry professionals to explore the latest tire design, technology, and manufacturing developments.
The conference aims to provide industry updates and insights to engineers, scientists, technical managers, and all personnel working in tire manufacturing. The main focus for the year 2025 is on raw materials, performance testing, sustainability, and intelligent tire technologies. Delegates will be able to network with industry experts, discover innovative solutions, and stay up-to-date with the future of tire manufacturing.
Highlights:
- Tire raw materials and reinforcement – Compounds, carbon black, and silica
- Tire manufacturing and automation – Machinery, molds, tread design, and production processes
- Tire design and development – Intelligent EV, bicycle, and motorcycle tire technology.
- Tire performance and testing – Durability, health monitoring, and safety evaluation
- Sustainability and regulations – Circular economy, environmental impact, and industry standards
- Tire modeling and simulation – Digital design, performance prediction, and virtual testing
Exhibitors: Technology providers, tire manufacturers, raw material suppliers, technical experts, and machinery & equipment suppliers
Conferences Focused on Sustainability in Tire R&D
6. Tyre Emissions & Sustainability USA 2025
| Date | April 30–May 1, 2025 |
| Website | https://conferences.emissionsanalytics.com/tyres-us25/index.html |
| Location | The Beckman Center, Irvine, California, USA |
| Attendees | Policy experts, tire manufacturers, environmental consultants, researchers, automotive engineers, R&D professionals, academics, industry leaders, and regulatory professionals. |
Why Attend: Tyre Emissions & Sustainability USA 2025 will discuss solutions for reducing tire particulate emissions and transitioning to eco-friendly production.
The event provides attendees an opportunity to gain insights into current market regulations with Euro 7 legislation and learn about ecological sourcing and recycling methods. It covers industry trends by discussing regulatory frameworks, innovative recycling practices, rubber alternative compounds and ingredients, chemical composition analysis, wear measurement, size distribution, and eco-friendly tire design.
Highlights: Eco-friendly tires, emission reduction, Euro 7 regulations, electronic presentation copies, sustainable materials, tire recycling, regulatory updates, circular economy, manufacturing innovations, and evening networking events.
Exhibitors: Sustainability experts, regulators, raw material suppliers, recycling companies, and environmental organizations.
7. Tyre Emissions & Sustainability Europe 2025
| Date | February 11-12, 2025 |
| Website | https://conferences.emissionsanalytics.com/tyres-eu25/index.html |
| Location | Clarion Hotel, Prague, Czech Republic |
| Attendees | Academic researchers, material suppliers, engineers, policymakers, policy experts, tire manufacturers, environmental consultants, researchers, automotive engineers, industry leaders, regulatory professionals, and tire industry professionals. |
Why Attend: The Tyre Emissions & Sustainability Europe 2025 will explore subjects related to tire pollution reduction methods and the evolution of recycling infrastructure. Industry leaders will discuss proven approaches for creating tires with reduced environmental impact.
Attendees will learn about regulatory developments such as Euro 7 and chemical composition regulations. The conference will also feature detailed discussions about advancements in raw material procurement, tire manufacturing approaches, and end-of-life recycling.
Highlights: Workshops on tire wear emissions, chemical composition discussions, presentations on sustainability innovations, recycling technologies, sustainable sourcing, regulatory updates, and eco-friendly alternative materials.
Exhibitors: Sustainability experts, environmental regulators, material suppliers, tire manufacturers, recycling companies, academic institutions, and sustainability-focused organizations.
8. 44th Annual Conference on Tire Science and Technology
| Date | September 23-25, 2025 |
| Website | https://tiresociety.org/conference/ |
| Location | The University of Akron, Akron, Ohio, USA |
| Attendees | Engineers, scientists, policymakers, students, advocates, sustainability experts, and tire industry professionals. |
Why Attend: The 44th Annual Conference on Tire Science and Technology provides participants an opportunity to explore advancements in tire-road interactions, waste tire transformation, and smart tire systems.
Under the theme “Rolling Towards Sustainability: Tires for a Greener Future,” the event will focus on sustainable materials, tire design, and eco-driving technologies.
The conference also supports next-generation talent in sustainable tire technology by providing monetary awards for outstanding student papers. Additionally, selected papers from the conference will be published in the Journal of Tire Science and Technology. The call for papers is open until 3 March 2025.
Highlights: Technical paper presentations, keynote and plenary lectures, networking opportunities, sponsor exhibits, and awards banquet.
Exhibitors: Tire manufacturers, suppliers of materials and technologies, technology innovators, and research institutions focusing on tire innovations.
9. 2025 Global Polymer Summit – Presented by IEC & ITEC
| Date | September 8-11, 2025 |
| Website | https://www.rubber.org/event/2025-international-elastomer-conference/ |
| Location | Huntington Convention Center, Cleveland, Ohio, USA |
| Attendees | Professionals from the polymer and tire industries, researchers, engineers, scientists, academics, raw material suppliers, and decision-makers. |
Why Attend: The 2025 Global Polymer Summit marks the inaugural event that merges the International Elastomer Conference (IEC) and the International Tire Exposition & Conference (ITEC). This partnership creates a gathering for professionals across the tire, rubber, and polymer industries.
Attendees can explore multiple topics through a unified technical program during which they can participate in discussions and presentations that drive industry advancements.
Highlights: IEC, ITEC, and Silicone Expo USA under one roof, emerging tire industry applications, keynote presentations, and technical sessions on polymers, elastomers, and tire innovations.
Exhibitors: Rubber and polymer manufacturers, equipment manufacturers, tire manufacturers, suppliers of materials and technologies, technology innovators, research institutions, industry consultants, and sustainability-focused organizations.
10. European Tyre Recycling Association (ETRA) Conference 2025
| Date | March 25–27, 2025 |
| Website | https://etra-eu.org/ |
| Location | Le Louise Hotel, Brussels, Belgium |
| Attendees | Industry experts, policymakers, academics, researchers, and professionals from the recycling, sustainability, and manufacturing sectors. |
Why Attend: The 30th ETRA Conference will focus on tire-derived materials such as rubber, steel, and textile fibers and their applications in road construction, sports surfaces, and other industries.
ETRA has played a key role in shaping policies and fostering advancements in tire recycling, serving as an event to stay ahead of market trends and environmental policies.
The conference also aims to address the challenges that have slowed market growth, helping attendees understand the factors shaping the future of tire recycling.
Highlights: Technical presentations, EU project discussions, workshops and spotlight sessions on cutting-edge materials, exhibitor displays, EU projects networking, innovation in alternate materials, products, and applications.
Exhibitors: Commercial enterprise leaders, material and product developers, governments, NGOs, and research institutions.
Conclusion
Whether you’re a material scientist, sustainability officer, regulatory affairs expert, R&D professional, or industry leader, 2025 brings a lineup of top-tier R&D conferences. These events provide insights into the latest advancements in tire research, emerging trends, sustainable solutions, smart tire technology, and key regulatory changes shaping the industry’s future.
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Authored By – Shrey Gupta, Market Research
