On November 7, 2024, Sumitomo Rubber USA LLC announced the closure of its tire plant in Tonawanda, New York. The plant produces tires for passenger cars, trucks, buses, and motorcycles. Rubber & Plastics News lists capacity at the site at 3,150 tons/month as of 2023. Production at the plant ceased as of November 7, and related wind down activities are expected to be completed in the next 12-24 months. The move will affect approximately 1,200 hourly (union) and 350+ salaried (non-union) employees. Sumitomo Rubber USA is in the midst of talks with customers and suppliers to address potential concerns related to existing orders, delivery schedules, and ongoing contractual obligations. Sumitomo Rubber Industries, Ltd. (SRI) and Sumitomo Rubber North America, Inc. (SRNA) will continue to service existing customers, without interruption, by utilizing a larger percentage of SRI's available global production capacity.
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