Kal Tire (Reciclaje Neumaticos Gigantes - RNG)
Headquarters: Canada
Kal Tire, in a joint venture with Mitsui & Co., operates the 'Reciclaje Neumaticos Gigantes' (RNG) plant in La Negra, near Antofagasta, Chile. This facility is the world's first commercial mining tire recycling operation.
Company Overview
| Role | Plant Operator |
|---|---|
| Status | Operational |
| Daily Capacity | 20 |
| Technology | Proprietary |
| Headquarters | Canada |
| Region | North America |
| Feedstock Types | End-of-Life Tires (ELT) |
| Products & Output | Fuel OilCarbon Black (rCB)Steel/Metal |
Plant Locations (1)
| City | Country | Commissioned | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| La Negra (Antofagasta) | Chile | — | Operational |
Certifications
ISCC PLUS
Links & Sources
| Links | No public links available |
|---|---|
| Data Sources |
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