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Unearthing Potential

Today, mining is a $1 trillion industry, providing materials for everything from the energy sector to the commercial goods market.

Mining industry prioritises stability, performance, and after-sales service

Prasanta Ganguly, Head – OTR Marketing (Domestic Sales), BKT Tires, speaks on the innovations or technologies in tyre design that BKT has introduced specifically for the mining sector.

Rubber King Tyre: A Journey of Excellence

Rubber King Tyre manufactures and exports a diverse portfolio

Mining Revolution

The Indian mining industry has shifted from manual to mechanised operations, embracing varying levels of technology and automation

BKT to innovate in tyre technology with focus on radicalisation

BKT Tires is a leading manufacturer in the off-highway tire market. The company specialises in the manufacture of tires for agricultural, industrial and OTR vehicles. Prasanta Ganguly, Head – OTR Marketing (Domestic Sales), BKT Tires, speaks on the key trends currently shaping the mining industry

BKT showcases Earthmax OTR tyre range at WasteExpo 2024

BKT displayed its Earthmax OTR tyre range on booth 3865 at WasteExpo, the global trade show for the recycling industry, from 7-9 May.

Driving Innovation

OTR tyre innovation is transforming India’s mining and construction industries.

OEMs are preferring radial tyres in the mining segment

Bridgestone India offers premium range of commercial and industrial tyres for all types of terrain and vehicles. Rohit Mathur, Head Strategy, OTR and Communications, Bridgestone India, speaks on the current state of OTR tyre manufacturing industry in India.

The growth trend of radial tyres in OTR has been steadily rising

BKT Tires is one of the leading manufacturers in the off-highway tyre market, specialising in the manufacture of tyres for agricultural, industrial and OTR vehicles. Ashok P Chhajer, Sr. General Manager – OE Sales, (Domestic), Balkrishna Industries, speaks on the key challenges and opportunities in the market

Innovation is one of the key pillars of our company.”

Persevering on the path of progress since its inception in 1997, Trident has been the specialist in design, development and distribution of industrial tyres and tracks. Shyam Gyanani, Co-Founder and Executive Director, Trident International, speaks on the current state of OTR tyre manufacturing industry in India.

JK Tyre Unleashes 11 Next-Gen Off-the-Road Tyres at CII EXCON 2023

JK Tyre unveiled 11 Off-the-Road (OTR) tyres at CII EXCON 2023

We will be focusing on enhancing efficiency and reliability

Rajiv Poddar, Joint Managing Director, Balkrishna Industries Ltd

BHP partners on OTR tyre recycling in Queensland

In a Queensland first, crumb rubber created from giant mining tyres has been used in a trial to resurface one of Queensland’s major highways, BHP reports.

Apollo stops bias & OTR production in Gujarat

Apollo Tyres has stopped Bias and OTR tyre production at the manufacturing facility in Limda, Gujarat due to concerns amongst shop floor employees relating to the renewal of a long-term settlement agreement, the company announced through an exchange filing.

Charting growth path for road sector

The 13th India Roads Conference (IRC) – with the theme of "Road Construction Business: Establishing safe, sustainable, inclusive and intelligent road network in India” – explored new opportunities for stakeholders in the road construction business.

BKT to showcase state-of-the-art masterpieces at IME

Balkrishna Industries (BKT), the Indian multinational Group and a leading global player in the off-highway tyre market will participate in the 10th edition of the International Mining Exhibition (IME) in Kolkata, organised by the MGMI and TAFCON

Tyres are integral to any OTR equipment design

Rajiv Poddar, Joint Managing Director, Balkrishna Industries, speaks on the company's approach to sustainability.

The Mining Boom

India's increasing coal projects drive a surge in mining equipment demand!

YOHT adds Galaxy OTR tyre SKUs

Yokohama Off-Highway Tires (YOHT) has added to the total range of SKUs to its Galaxy MFS 101 SDS range

CEAT expands truck service hub footprint in India

CEAT Limited has announced the inauguration of its largest truck service hub in Gandhidham.

New mining machinery are driving demand for all-steel radial tyres

Rajiv Poddar, Joint Managing Director, Balkrishna Industries, speaks on the factors that are driving the Indian OTR tyre market, and the recent innovations in tyre design and making in construction vehicles.

BKT’s Bhuj Plant: Racing ahead of time

The Bhuj site, at the centre of a well-thought-out growth strategy by BKT, consists of the state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities as it aims for an annual tyre production of 600,000 MT.

What are the latest innovations in the OTR tyres segment?

CW speaks to experts to understand new trends in the tyre market.

Entering an era of transformation

Off-the-road tyre manufacturers and suppliers are facing brand-new difficulties as a result of technological advancements and evolving end-user needs that are pushing the market into uncharted terrain.

BKT launches EARTHMAX crusher haul & EARTHMAX SR 34

Balkrishna Industries (BKT), the Indian multinational company and global player in the off-highway tyre market, has launched two ‘Made for India’ tyres under the sub-brand EARTHMAX namely the EARTHMAX crusher haul and EARTHMAX SR 34, dedicated to the Indian construction and mining sector.

Electric Construction Machinery on the Rise

Electric machinery often requires less maintenance and has a longer lifespan compared to its diesel counterparts, making them a more cost-effective solution in the long run.

JK Tyre launches 3 new tyres for the off-road segment

JK Tyre launches 3 new tyres at Bauma CONEXPO 2023

BKT launches EARTHMAX crusher haul & EARTHMAX SR 34 at bauma

Made for India tyres premieres at bauma CONEXPO India 2023

BKT launches EARTHMAX Crusher Haul & EARTHMAX SR 34

Made for India tires were launched at at bauma CONEXPO India 2023

Bauma CONEXPO INDIA 2023 - Highlights

The trade fair for construction equipment industry garners excitement!

Sooner there will be a trend of electrification in construction equipment

Shyam Gyanani, Co-Founder and Executive Director, Trident International, speaks on the company’s offerings for the mining segment, and the USPs of these products

BKT to launch two new ‘Made for India’ EARTHMAX tyres

Balkrishna Industries (BKT) the Indian multinational company and global player in the off-highway tyre market will be participating in the bauma CONEXPO India 2023. Armed with a strong R&D, BKT will be launching two tyres under the sub-brand EARTHMAX at the bauma CONEXPO INDIA.

We are launching new ‘Made for India’ tyres

Rajiv Poddar, Joint Managing Director, Balkrishna Industries, speaks on the key products on display during bauma CONEXPO.

Mining the Future

With prospects in both surface mining and underground mining, the Indian market for mining equipment appears to have a bright future.

We introduce around 80- 90 new products every year

Ashok Chhajer, Senior General Manager – OE Sales, BKT Tires, speaks on the current market size of OTR tyres for the mining segment in India, and outlook on the OTR tyre market beyond 2022.

“We will be launching 63-inch tyres for the Indian market.”

Tractors and earthmoving equipment are the major demand drivers of OTR tyres,” says Prasanta Ganguly, Head – OTR Marketing (Domestic Sales), Balkrishna Industries (BKT).

On The Roll

The OTR tyre market is forecasted to reach 15 million units by 2023, growing at a CAGR of 9.05 per cent in volume terms.

JK Tyre launches 4 new OTR tyres at Excon 2021

Expanding their product range, Indian tyre major, JK Tyre & Industries launched four new offerings in their off-the-road tyre segment at South Asia’s largest construction equipment event Excon 2021 in Bengaluru.

JK Tyre launches 4 new OTR tyres at Excon 2021

ur new products namely: 45/65-45 58PR VEM 63 L5 TL, 14.00-24 GTL CHAMP 16 PR G3 TT, 12.00-24 HARD ROCK CHAMPION 20PR E4 TT and 16.00-25 VEM 045 44PR E3 TT have been added to their existing product portfolio.

Our OTTs enable skid steer loaders to operate in any environment

We are very glad to see that Excon is happening this year. As this is the first show that we will be participating in post COVID, we are excited to be a part of it and look forward to meeting with existing customers one on one and making new connections.

BKT to focus on mining products at excon

BKT, the Indian multinational group and a global player in the off-highway tyre market, is all set to cross a billion dollars this year with India contributing 20 per cent and exports of 80 per cent.

Magna Tyres to acquire Fennell Tyres International

Magna Tyres Group, a second-tier Off-The-Road (OTR) tire supplier, has acquired the Australia-based company Fennell Tyres International. Financial details were not disclosed.

OTR tyre market has bright prospect

India OTR tyre market stood at 11.2 million units in 2021 and forecasted to reach 15 million units by 2023. The market is likely to grow at a CAGR of 9.05 per cent in volume terms.

The demand for off highway tyres is at an all time high

Rajiv Poddar, Jt. MD, BKT Tires

Rajiv Poddar of BKT Tires: Demand for off highway tyres is at an all time high

Rajiv Poddar, Jt. MD, BKT Tires, speaks on the current market size of OTR and industrial tyres, and segments that are driving the demand for these products.

Testing & Interesting Times

After the most unusual year that we experienced in our lifetime, the calendar year unfolding is expected to be challenging but promising for the Indian construction equipment industry.

OTR tyres on the move

With construction activities picking up and mining activities on a revival mode, the OTR tyre demand in the country is expected to grow in the coming years.

Coal mining is expected to drive demand

PK Ganguly, Head – Marketing (Domestic Sales), Balkrishna Industries, shares his thoughts on the market scenario and how the company is gearing up to meet the growing demands in the market.

We focus on off-highway sector and want to grow with this

Balkrishna Industries (BKT) is a homegrown multinational player with a strong presence in the off-highway tyres globally. With the Indian market growing faster, the company is gradually increasing its sales in India which otherwise is majorly focusing on export market. Rajiv Poddar, Joint Managing Director, BKT shares more on the company and the market scenario.

Goodyear India appoints new Managing Director

Goodyear announced the appointment of Sandeep Mahajan as the Managing Director of India operations with effect from June 1, 2020 for a period of five years or up to the date of superannuation or retirement.

Goodyear India appoints new MD

Goodyear announced the appointment of Sandeep Mahajan as the Managing Director of India operations with effect from June 1, 2020

On revival Path

In spite of the current slowdown, tyre market for off-highway applications is going to revive in the coming years due to an anticipated pick up in infrastructure developments in future.

Magna Tyres Group launches construction tyre range at bauma 2019

Magna Tyres Group marked the official launch of its construction tyre range along with exhibiting its wide range of tyres at bauma 2019.

We aim to grab 25 per cent market share in five years

ATG has wide range of radial OTR tyres for loaders, graders, dumpers etc and we see a very good response from the market. Harinder Singh, President - APAC, Alliance Tire Group (ATG), elaborates on the market scenario and company's plans.

Rolling ahead

The Indian off-the-road (OTR) tyre market is becoming more competitive in the global space with the presence of a mix of national and international players.

RIDING ON INFRA PUSH

Growth in the construction and material handling equipment market has pushed the prospects of small and medium range OTR tyres.

CE components market overview

The components, accessories and spares market is all set for a renewed growth in future in the light of increased construction activities.

EXPANDING HORIZONS

Balkrishna Industries (BKT) is the market leader with the augmenting sales and volume growth in the mining tyres segment. The segment shows robust growth potential, given the company's new product launches and network expansions through tie-ups with mining service providers.

Magna doubles production at Netherlands plant

Six months after the opening of the production at the Hardenberg factory in the Netherlands, Magna Tyres Group has completed the first expansion of almost doubling the production capacity

Magna launches tyre for rigid dump trucks

Magna Tyres Group announced the introduction of the new Magna MA04+ OTR tyre for rigid dump trucks (RDTs). This radial constructed tyre, with an E4 tread pattern is designed for RDTs running in surface mines.

Moving Ahead

OTR tyre market is divided majorly into three segments: mining, construction and industrial equipment, agriculture vehicles and others. Mining, construction and industrial equipment such as loaders, bulldozers, tractors, forklifts, backhoe loaders, cranes, excavators, wheeled loaders, industrial trucks, skid steer loaders, etc

Mobilising growth

Tyres are important components of a vehicle or machine for making it mobile. When we think about tyres, the first thing coming into our minds is a vehicle. Automobile is the largest user of tyres.

A diversified industrial major

Balkrishna Industries (BKT), has over 30 years of global presence in the off-highway tyres (OTRs)segment.

We are positive about the growth of OTR tyres

We expect prospective customers to visit our Stand. This is an excellent opportunity for us to create our brand awareness. Also, customers will have an opportunity to understand the wide range of products for a variety of off-high way machines.

Magna Tyres Group appoints new Sales Manager

Magna Tyres Group announced the appointment of Arjen Sibon as Sales Manager. In this position, he has taken on the responsibility for growing and improving key accounts in the European OTR tyre business.

Magna Tyres Group opens Singapore regional office

Magna Tyres Group announced the opening of a new regional office in Singapore to better serve the local customers. Following the recent appointment of Nora Zhou, it is the next step in the worldwide expansion of the company.

Landmark year

The 4th Annual Equipment India Awards and CEO Forum held on April 21, 2017 was accepted by the industry wholeheartedly with a full house presence. It was a great occasion for us to see participation from the entire cross-section of the infrastructure equipment industry, project contractors, consultants, and government agencies such as Indian Railways, NHAI and IRF.

Loader Tyres for OTR Applications

BKT has shaped an entire product range for OTR loaders. A tyre lineup conceived to face the challenges on the most differing terrains ? from snowy and icy surfaces to muddy and rocky ones at quarries and mines. A comprehensive range of products featuring extraordinary traction performance, strength, resistance and safety to safeguard operators at work and to significantly enhance driving comfort.

ON THE MOVE

Off-the-road (OTR) tyres are largely used in vehicles, equipment and machinery employed in agriculture, mining, construction and industrial sectors. Consequently, any changes or fluctuations in the said sectors directly influences the growth of OTR tyre market.

SET TO ROLL AGAIN

The growth prospects of OTR tyres are expected to be better with the various industry segments on growth path. The government's progressive measures have enabled various industry segments to grow in the recently concluded financial year and the trend is to continue at least in the next short to medium term.

BKT bags port tyre manufacturer award

At the recently concluded Terminal Operator Excellence Awards 2016 in Dubai, Balkrishna Industries Ltd (BKT) was awarded the ?Port Tyre Manufacturer of the Year? for port and terminal cargo handling equipment.

Demonetisation worries after-market business

Demonetisation has severely impacted India?s after-market business in spare parts, components, consumables and replacement components like wear parts, tyres etc, because so far this market has been predominantly cash transaction-driven.

Acceptance of all steel radial tyres is increasing

Tread compound, tread design and casing quality highly influence tyre performance as well as machine productivity. CEAT OTR tyres have a wide variety of tread compounds, customised for specific application.

On a Positive Note

The 13th International Mining and Machinery Exhibition 2016 (IMME 2016) held during November 16-19 concluded with a positive note on a possible turnaround of Indian mining industry in the coming years. The 13th Global Mining Summit (GMS) 2016 also held concurrently with the IMME 2016.

Geared Drives | Evolving

Essential for mechanical power transmission throughout the powertrain of an equipment, geared drives play an important role in the overall efficiency of the equipment.

The Tyre Game

The new plant at Bhuj is a result of BKT?s ambitious vision to become a global leader in off-highway tyres. If the off-highway tyre market was a chess game, BKT would be preparing to checkmate the same to claim its place as a global leader.

We are extremely bullish on OTR segment from a long-term perspective

Historically speaking, specialty definition for us is OTR tyres for both India and international markets, while for agriculture, it is only international. Indian agriculture is not treated as part of specialty business, for various reasons. We came out with our first specialty tyre in early 1980s starting with the port segment.

OTR TYRES | POSITIVE OUTLOOK

India?s growth story in non-urban infrastructure construction and mining is now way beyond green shoots? stage, resulting in accelerated sales and usage of wheeled earthmovers and haulage trucks. For OTR tyres, this obviously translates into big business and adequate space to grow.

New OTR Tyre for Port and Terminals

JK Tyre has launched the Port Champion OTR tyre for applications in port and terminal segments.

OTR Tyre

Gujrat Rubber Industries offers an unparalleled range of OTR tyre. This tyre is available in different grades and sizes that suits best to the clients? needs.

Impressive Showcase by CASH Industry

Excon 2015, in CASH domain, witnessed a plethora of equipment aggregates, sub- assemblies, components and IT solutions for OEMs in their equipment, as original suppliers and in the aftermarket space, descending on the scene of action.

Cash Sowcase at Excon

Excon 2015, in CASH domain, witnessed a plethora of equipment aggregates, sub- assemblies, components and IT solutions for OEMs in their equipment, as original suppliers and in the aftermarket space, descending on the scene of action.

A Global Business Empire of Indian Origin

Many businesses around the world become successful by identifying an existing trend (socio-economic and market) and selling accordingly. But only a handful break through the obvious and dare to go beyond, thus creating not just success but an unprecedented niche for themselves.

OTRs Rolling On

OTR tyre industry has evolved over the years because of the infrastructure development and the construction activities happening as a consequence. Off late, owing to Prime Minister?s vision of Make-in-India, the OTR tyres

Aiming at a Significant Market Share

Camso is looking at India as very important market with potential to become the world?s largest equipment manufacturing hub in the years to come. Rajesh Bagrecha elaborates on the company?s views on the Indian OTR market.

Rising with a Holistic Approach

With a vision to become a global leader in off-highway tyre solutions, BKT has a three-fold strategy of expanding its reach. BKT (Balkrishna Industries Ltd), the off-highway tyre manufacturer which has been in the business for 27 years

Agricultural implement tyres traction

Superking Manufacturers (Tyre) Pvt Ltd is engaged in offering widely appreciated and hugely demanded agricultural implement tyres traction. This tyre is a value-for-money product that guarantees optimum life and performance in normal applications.

Gaining Momentum

A renewed thrust on coal mining, coupled with plans to implement more projects in various infrastructure segments at a faster pace has rekindled the growth prospects of tyre industry in India. Major tyre manufacturers are busy introducing innovative products and scaling up volume to meet the expected demand in the future.

We have the widest range of solution for OTR activity

The OTR segment, which includes industrial, construction and earthmover verticals, is pegged around at Rs 2,000 crore and this segment is expected to grow further. There are some activities in the coal sector; over 30 blocks have already been auctioned. We are expecting some activities to happen in Goa and Karnataka on the mineral front.

Complete Off-Highway Tyre Solutions

BKT is the preferred supplier to international OEMs in industrial and construction segments. BKT enjoys principal presence in five continents, encapsulating more than 130 countries around the world.

A Diversified Conglomerate

With over 25 accomplished years of leading presence in the off-highway tyres segment of world business, Balkrishna Industries (BKT) is undoubtedly a global leader through innovation.

Leading Innovation

BKT enjoys major presence in five continents around the world, encapsulating more than130 countries.Many businesses around the world become successful by identifying an existing trend (socio-economic and market) and selling accordingly.

We will increase the value of our OTR tyre by developing the quality of our service.

Our goal is not just supplying the OTR tyre but providing the additional value for the custo?mers on top of the OTR tyre supply, says Tomio Fukuzumi, Managing Director, Bridgestone India, in an interview with Sudheer Vathiyath. Excerpts from the interview.

An Indian success story

BKT enjoys a strong presence in over 130 countries along with India. Quality conscious users who adhere to stringent conformity standards in countries like Europe and America prefer BKT as their supplier, thus underlining the fact that every BKT product is superior in creation and delivers expected performance.

Big potential but little growth

The tyre industry is capable of taking all challenges in its stride. However, the industry is asking for a level playing field with its counterparts in China and other countries.

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