Dunlop
Overview
Dunlop is a premier global tire brand with a legacy of innovation dating back to the invention of the pneumatic tire in 1888. Primarily owned and operated by Sumitomo Rubber Industries (SRI) since 2025, the brand is a leading Tier 1 supplier to major automotive OEMs and a dominant force in international motorsports.
Components Offered
High-performance tires, run-flat tires (DSST), all-season and winter tires, motorcycle tires, commercial vehicle tires, and tire pressure monitoring systems (TPMS).
Products & Services
Design, manufacture, and distribution of high-performance pneumatic tires for passenger vehicles, SUVs, light trucks, and motorcycles. The company also provides advanced tire pressure monitoring systems (TPMS), tire repair kits, and engineering services for original equipment manufacturers (OEMs).
Key Technologies
Target Markets
R&D Focus
Development of sustainable raw materials (bio-based rubber and recycled carbon black), EV-specific tire optimization for low rolling resistance and high torque, and 'TOWANOWA' circular economy digital platform for tire lifecycle management.
Certifications
Sustainability & ESG
- TOWANOWA Circular Economy Concept
- Use of sustainable carbon black from recycled end-of-life tires
- Target of 55% CO2 emission reduction by 2030
- Implementation of 100% renewable energy at major manufacturing plants
Procurement Enquiry
Interested in working with Dunlop? Send a structured procurement or technical enquiry directly.
Quick Facts
- Headquarters
- Kobe, Japan
- Country
- Japan
- Founded
- 1888
- Specialization
- tires
- Employees
- 40,000+
- Typical Lead Time
- Varies by contract; typically 8-12 weeks for OEM mass-production orders.
- Production Capacity
- Operates multiple high-capacity plants globally, with individual facilities such as the Ladysmith plant producing approximately 10,000 tires per day; parent company SRI produces over 100 million tires annually.
Capacity Updates
1 plant change tracked
Service Regions
Awards & Recognition
- Ecovadis Gold Sustainability Rating (2022, 2023)
- 34 overall victories at the 24 Hours of Le Mans
- Official Tire Partner of the Gran Turismo World Series
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