Bridgestone
Headquarters: Tokyo, Japan
Bridgestone plans to construct a pilot demonstration plant in Seki City, Gifu Prefecture, Japan, to precisely pyrolyze end-of-life tires (ELTs) into tire-derived oil and recovered carbon black (rCB) for reuse in new tire production, advancing circular economy efforts.
Company Overview
| Role | Plant Operator |
|---|---|
| Status | Under Construction |
| Founded | 1931 |
| Technology | Proprietary |
| Headquarters | Tokyo, Japan |
| Region | East Asia |
| Feedstock Types | End-of-Life Tires (ELT) |
| Products & Output | Pyrolysis OilCarbon Black (rCB) |
Plant Locations (1)
| City | Country | Commissioned | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seki City | Japan | 2027 | Under Construction |
Links & Sources
| Website | Visit Website |
|---|---|
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