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Assogomma reports mixed outlook for Italian rubber industry
The Italian rubber industry is facing a period of economic divergence, according to Giovanni Panico, director of Assogomma. The association, which represents 200 companies and 30,000 employees, reports that one-third of its members are seeing turnover growth, one-third remain stable, and one-third are experiencing a decline.
While recent production data for tires and technical rubber goods shows positive trends compared to late 2025, overall production levels remain 20% to 25% below pre-pandemic figures. The sector has been impacted by energy costs and supply chain disruptions caused by tensions in the Gulf, which hindered the availability of both synthetic and natural rubber.
Assogomma has expressed concerns regarding the European Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM). Under new regulations, steel reinforcement wire used in tires will be included in the scheme. A study by Tyres Europe estimates this will cost European producers approximately 70 million euros in 2028, potentially rising to 140 million euros annually by 2034.
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Assogomma · Confindustria · Giovanni Panico · Italy · Tyres Europe
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- [● 3 SOURCES] The impact of the CBAM regulation on European producers will be approximately 70 million euros in 2028, rising to 140 million euros annually by 2034. www.zerounotv.it · quotidianodigela.it · www.vetrinatv.it
- [● 3 SOURCES] The Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) will include steel reinforcement wire used in tires under its new regulation. www.zerounotv.it · quotidianodigela.it · www.vetrinatv.it
- [● 3 SOURCES] Current production levels remain 20% to 25% lower than pre-Covid levels. www.zerounotv.it · quotidianodigela.it · www.vetrinatv.it
- [● 3 SOURCES] One-third of Italian rubber companies report growing turnover, one-third are stable, and one-third are in decline. www.zerounotv.it · quotidianodigela.it · www.vetrinatv.it
- [● 3 SOURCES] Assogomma represents 200 companies and approximately 30,000 employees. www.zerounotv.it · quotidianodigela.it · www.vetrinatv.it