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Hankook joins Tyre Stewardship Australia to drive positive environmental outcomes

27 July 2021

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Tyre giant Hankook is the latest manufacturer to partner with Tyre Stewardship Australia in a commitment to the responsible disposal of end-of-life tyres.

The Hankook Tire & Technology Group today announced it is the newest contributor to the National Tyre Product Stewardship Scheme, taking the total number of importers to nine.

Hankook Managing Director Ted Choi said the decision to sign up to the Scheme was recognition of the work of TSA and its achievements.

“By cultivating win-win relationships like this one with Tyre Stewardship Australia, Hankook shows it too is a leader in preserving and protecting the environment for the next generation – a responsibility we take seriously,” Mr Choi explained.

TSA CEO Lina Goodman congratulated Hankook: “In joining TSA as a financial contributor, Hankook joins our other importers in showing leadership towards sustainable practices for used tyres. We congratulate Hankook for taking this important initiative to drive positive environmental outcomes.”

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