We're really looking forward to your keynote presentation at the Recovered Carbon Black Europe conference in Barcelona this year, can you share with us some key points you'll be covering in your talk?

On the one side I will report about a rCB study we did in a PCR sidewall compound. The testing was carried out in the labs of Avon Protection. It is important to understand that rCB is an important element in green tire compound. But, is needs additional measures on raw material side. And of course a clean manufacturing process. All these aspects will be highlighted.

The Enso net zero tire factory sounds like a big step forward. Where will the factory be located and what have the challenges been?

The factory will be based in the US. Currently we are in the site selection process.

You mention a study looking at the utilisation of rCB in sidewall compounds can you give us a few more details?

I evaluate the investigated rCB as a suitable for tire sidewall applications. For good reasons I preselected a rCB producer taking special care for the feed stock. What is in my opinion key for high performance materials.

What are you looking forward to the most at the conference?

To share the view that only an integrated approach can be the basis for future clean tire manufacturing. And of course sharing thoughts with people thinking in the same direction.