Barcelona recently hosted the 2025 Recovered Carbon Black Conference, organised by Smithers. This video diary from Tyre & Rubber Recycling captures a market in transition. Despite global economic uncertainties, the event saw a surge in new technology providers specialising in jet mills and pelletisers, and a global turnout of over 300 delegates. Arthur Baylis (Smithers) discusses the foundational optimism of the sector and the feedback-driven strategy already shaping the roadmap for 2026.

Maturing & Diversifying: Arthur Baylis on the Heartbeat of the rCB Sector

Chapters:

0:14 Barcelona: The Hub for rCB Innovation

0:44 A Breakthrough Year: Opening the 2025 Show

1:11 Arthur Baylis: Exceeding Expectations in a Lean Economy

1:38 Market in Transition: New Faces and Exhibitor Growth

2:48 Tech Surge: Jet Mills, Pelletisers, and Post-Processing

4:07 Shaping the Strategy: The Roadmap for 2026

6:13 Conclusion: A Maturing rCB Industry