GRI – a socially responsible producer of high-grade specialty tyres – has taken a major step forward in its green leadership by launching the EARTH Series of radial agriculture tyres agenda to nurture and protect the environment, through its global introduction of one of the world’s first sustainable tyres for the agriculture segment.
The GREEN XLR EARTH is one of the world’s first sustainable tires for agriculture. Designed with 78.5% sustainable materials, it boasts superior functional properties for high-performance tractors across global markets. This series incorporates multiple unique environmentally friendly attributes, as claimed by the Sri Lankan-based tire maker.
- Recycled Carbon Black: The tire is produced with a high percentage of recycled carbon black, reducing its carbon footprint.
- Soybean Oil: It contains soybean oil, a renewable and sustainable alternative to petroleum-based oils. This preserves natural rubber properties, significantly enhancing the tire’s overall performance.
- Next-Generation HD Silica: This sustainable material further improves tire performance.
- Reclaimed Rubber: Sourced from end-of-life tires through a green recycling process, reclaimed rubber enhances the tire’s sustainability and reduces its carbon footprint.
Rajindra Lakmali, Senior Executive of International Marketing, expressed pride in supplying ULTIMATE XT premium plus tires to KION for their new LINDE Material Handling forklifts in Germany, underscoring the superior quality of GRI tires.
In other news, GRI has announced the acquisition of ATRA Kecskemet in Hungary, expanding its global network of companies and strengthening its presence in Europe. With over 30 years of operating history, ATRA serves material handling, agriculture, and construction industries, as well as fitment services across Hungary and neighboring European countries. ATRA has eight branches across Hungary, employs 50 personnel, and holds significant market share in material handling and construction tire markets.
GRI introduces its latest tire technology, the next-generation XPT SS – GREY NON-MARKING bias tire, designed for skid steers and lifting platforms. Available in size 1216.5, this tire is suitable for both indoor and outdoor conditions, featuring a sleek GREY color. It offers superior stability, strength, and traction while leaving no marks on indoor floors, making it ideal for indoor use. The reinforced sidewall with high-ply construction enhances side impact protection, ensuring durability and safety. Additionally, the XPT SS boasts a unique tread pattern that maximizes traction and facilitates rapid movements.
All of these products are now available in South Africa.
