European and Chinese tyre manufacturers met in Brussels

ETRMA organized on 26 October 2010 a first time ever high-level meeting between European and Chinese tyre manufacturers.  Around thirty Chinese industrial top managers participated in the event to exchange views, information and best practices.

The all-day meeting, was of utmost importance for the tyre industry with global dimensions.

The following subjects were listed on the agenda:

Overview of EU Tyre regulatory framework
Tyre homologation
Consumer Information

Overview of Chinese Tyre regulatory framework (CCC requirements)

Review of the European and Chinese Chemicals Legislation / Initiatives
REACH status
Chinese chemicals legislation and its REACH influence
Communication on chemicals with Automotive Original Equipment Manufacturers

Tyre recycling
China experience on ELT management
European experience of Producer Responsibility
Drivers and challenges of European success