The factory went from groundbreaking to producing its first tyre off the line in 233 days.
Zhongce Rubber Group Co., Ltd. (ZC Rubber) said its new Indonesian subsidiary, PT. Matahari Tire Indonesia (MTI), has successfully produced its first all-steel radial tyre. This milestone was celebrated with an official ceremony at the MTI factory located in the Kendal Industrial Park, Semarang, Indonesia. To commemorate this occasion, ZC Rubber Chairman Shen Jinrong, alongside other company leaders, signed the first all-steel radial tyre produced at the MTI plant.
MTI’s factory, covering 500,000 square meters, plays a vital role in ZC Rubber’s global expansion strategy, the company said. Located in a region rich in natural rubber resources, the facility is equipped with digital technology and staffed by a highly skilled workforce, ZC Rubber said. While still in the ramp-up phase, the production of the first tyre marks significant progress toward meeting the growing demand for high-quality tyres in both local and international markets, including the United States, ZC Rubber said.
ZC Rubber’s investment in Indonesia not only provides access to vital raw materials but also strengthens its global supply chain, the company said. The facility is poised to serve both local needs and support ZC Rubber’s international market expansion.
With Phase II construction underway, ZC Rubber said it plans to further enhance production capacity and deepen its presence in international markets.
