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INTERACTION POST BAUMA CONEXPO INDIA

utilization, agricultural cycles and investment in industrial and For BKT, these interactions reinforce the importance of developing
mining operations. solutions based on real-world operating requirements. They also
Construction and mining are particularly significant areas of provide valuable field-level inputs that complement our R&D and
opportunity as infrastructure development and higher equipment testing capabilities and help us continue developing tyres that are
utilization continue to support demand for specialized tyres. At the closely aligned with the needs of modern equipment.
same time, agriculture remains an important part of BKT’s global
portfolio, with customers increasingly looking for tyres that can In terms of the market performance how has 2026 been for BKT?
support productivity while managing soil impact, traction and 2026 has been a year of continued progress for BKT, with the
operating efficiency. company strengthening its core Off-Highway Tyre business while
advancing several strategic initiatives for future growth. The OHT
What sort of Customer centric initiatives has your company business continues to remain the cornerstone of the company,
undertaken to be one step ahead of competition? supported by a broad global footprint and sustained customer
At BKT, customer engagement extends beyond product relationships.
development to include after-sales service and technical support, The company has also progressed its diversification initiatives
helping us stay connected with customers throughout the tyre and the expansion of the BKT Carbon business. These initiatives
lifecycle. position BKT to participate in the changing mobility landscape,
We work closely with OEMs, distributors, fleet operators and while creating new avenues for growth.
end customers to gather feedback and understand emerging
requirements. This insight informs product development and tyre Future outlook for the tyres industry and your company going
selection, while our after-sales teams provide ongoing support forward?
once products are in operation. The OTR tyre market is experiencing strong growth driven by
Together, these initiatives enable BKT to respond more effectively large-scale national development projects and rising equipment
to customer needs while continually improving the experience demand. Tyre manufacturers are also focusing on advanced
and value delivered across the product lifecycle. rubber compounds and improved tread designs that enhance
cut resistance, traction on rough terrains. Additionally, sustainability
How was Bauma Conexpo India for BKT. What were the takeaways is emerging as a key priority, driving a stronger focus on longer-
from the expo? lasting tyres and the adoption of more environmentally conscious
BAUMA ConExpo 2026 provided a valuable opportunity to engage materials and processes.
directly with OEMs, customers, distributors and other industry BKT’s R&D team is closely tracking global trends, staying aligned
stakeholders and understand how equipment requirements are with OEM advancements, and anticipating how these changes
evolving. One of the clear takeaways was the growing focus on the will redefine tyre performance requirements.
total operating economics of equipment. Customers are looking This holistic approach reflects BKT’s growth in the industry, from
beyond the initial purchase of a tyre and increasingly evaluating being just a tyre supplier to becoming a trusted strategic partner
factors such as service life, maintenance requirements, fuel in progress. Our long-term direction is guided by Vision 2030, which
efficiency and consistency of performance over the operating brings together the strengthening of our OHT leadership, scaling
cycle. This is encouraging a more application-led approach to tyre of the Carbon Black business and development of new tyre
selection, where the characteristics of the machine, terrain, load categories. The objective is to build on BKT’s established strengths
and operating conditions all become important considerations. while creating a more diversified and future-ready business.

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