Tire Curing Press Global Market Report 2026

Tire curing presses are specialized machines used in tire manufacturing to vulcanize or cure green (uncured) tires by applying heat and pressure. This process transforms raw rubber into a more durable and elastic material through a chemical reaction with curing agents. It shapes the tire into its final form, including the tread pattern and sidewall details, to meet safety, performance, and durability specifications.

The main types of tire curing presses are mechanical curing presses, hydraulic curing presses, and hybrid curing presses. Mechanical curing presses use mechanical force, such as gears and levers, to apply pressure and heat and mold rubber into shape. The various molds used include two-piece molds and segmental molds. These presses are utilized in various end-users such as passenger car tires and commercial vehicle tires.

Note that the outlook for this market is being affected by rapid changes in trade relations and tariffs globally. The report will be updated prior to delivery to reflect the latest status, including revised forecasts and quantified impact analysis. The report's Recommendations and Conclusions sections will be updated to give strategies for entities dealing with the fast-moving international environment.

Tariffs have impacted the tire curing press market by increasing the cost of imported steel structures, hydraulic components, electric drives, and precision control systems used in curing equipment. Hydraulic and hybrid curing presses are most affected, particularly in Asia Pacific and Europe where equipment manufacturing and exports are highly interconnected. Higher capital equipment costs have influenced investment timelines for passenger car and commercial vehicle tire manufacturers. At the same time, tariffs have encouraged localization of press manufacturing, domestic sourcing of components, and increased competitiveness for regional equipment suppliers.

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The tire curing press market size has grown steadily in recent years. It will grow from $1.27 billion in 2025 to $1.33 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.8%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to growth in global tire production, expansion of automotive manufacturing, rising demand for commercial vehicle tires, increased investment in tire manufacturing plants, adoption of advanced vulcanization techniques.

The tire curing press market size is expected to see steady growth in the next few years. It will grow to $1.58 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.4%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to growth in electric vehicle tire demand, automation in tire manufacturing processes, focus on sustainable tire production, expansion of tire manufacturing capacity in emerging markets, demand for higher productivity curing equipment. Major trends in the forecast period include increasing adoption of automated curing presses, rising demand for high precision tire molding, shift toward energy efficient curing systems, growing use of segmental mold technology, focus on reducing tire defect rates.

Rising automobile production is anticipated to drive the growth of the tire-curing press market in the coming years. Automobile production involves the integration of multiple components through processes such as welding, painting, and final assembly to create vehicles intended for transportation and commercial sale. The expansion in automobile production is attributed to technological progress, increasing consumer demand for vehicles, the globalization of automotive markets, higher infrastructure investments, and supportive government policies for the automotive sector. Tire-curing presses are essential for producing high-quality, safe, and durable tires, as they improve efficiency and consistency in tire manufacturing while offering flexibility and cost-effectiveness for automobile producers. For instance, in January 2025, the China Association of Automobile Manufacturers (CAAM), a China-based non-profit industry organization, reported that China produced approximately 31.282 million vehicles in 2024, representing a 3.7% increase compared to 2023.

Leading companies in the tire curing press market are focusing on innovative technologies, such as energy-efficient tire retreading, to significantly reduce energy consumption compared to traditional curing presses. Energy-efficient tire retreading aims to optimize equipment, processes, and material selection to minimize costs and environmental impact. For example, Cima Impianti S.p.A. introduced the Ecoline press range in March 2024, offering precise control, versatility, durability, and advanced safety features to enhance tire retreading processes, boost productivity, and reduce operational costs. The Ecoline press range is adaptable, allowing compatibility with products from different brands, enhancing flexibility for retreaters.

In April 2023, Uzer Makina Ve Kalip Sanayi A.S., a Turkey-based global manufacturer of tire curing molds and presses, acquired Uzun Hidrolik for an undisclosed amount. This acquisition underscores Uzer Makina's dedication to expanding its presence and capabilities in the hydraulic sector. Uzun Hidrolik Sanayi Ve Ticaret A.S., based in Turkey, specializes in producing machines used in the tire manufacturing process to mold and cure raw tire components.

Major companies operating in the tire curing press market are Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Machinery Systems Ltd., Himile Mechanical Science and Technology Co. Ltd., Tianjin Saixiang Technology Co. Ltd., McNeil & NRM Inc., Harburg-Freudenberger Maschinenbau GmbH (HF Group), Uzer Makina ve KalIp A.S., Cima Impianti S.p.A., HERBERT Maschinenbau GmbH & Co. KG, Greatoo Intelligent Equipment Inc., Specific Engineering Corporation Pvt. Ltd., All Well Industry Co. Ltd., Jing Day Machinery Industrial Co. Ltd., Gold Hawk Machinery Co. Ltd., Qingdao Yahua Machinery Co. Ltd., Qingdao Mesnac Co. Ltd., Kobe Steel Ltd. (Kobelco), Taiyuan Heavy Machinery Group Co. Ltd., Larsen & Toubro Heavy Engineering, Akron Special Machinery Inc., Guilin Rubber Machinery Co. Ltd., Beijing SPM International Co. Ltd.

Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the tire curing press market in 2025. Europe is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the tire curing press market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa

The countries covered in the tire curing press market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The tire curing press market consists of sales of heating systems, cooling systems, control systems, automated handling systems, auxiliary equipment, bladder presses, and curing press machines. Values in this market are 'factory gate' values, that is, the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.

The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD unless otherwise specified).

The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.

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• The market characteristics section of the report defines and explains the market. This section also examines key products and services offered in the market, evaluates brand-level differentiation, compares product features, and highlights major innovation and product development trends.
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Scope

• Markets Covered:1) By Type: Mechanical Curing Press; Hydraulic Curing Press; Hybrid Curing Press
• 2) By Mold: Two-piece Mold; Segmental Mold
• 3) By End Use: Passenger Car Tire; Commercial Vehicle Tire
• Subsegments:
• 1) By Mechanical Curing Press: Single Press Machines; Double Press Machines; Multi-Press Machines; Vertical Mechanical Curing Press; Horizontal Mechanical Curing Press
• 2) By Hydraulic Curing Press: Single Station Hydraulic Curing Press; Multi-Station Hydraulic Curing Press; Vertical Hydraulic Curing Press; Horizontal Hydraulic Curing Press; Electric Or Hydraulic Hybrid Presses

3) By Hybrid Curing Press; Electric-Hydraulic Hybrid Curing Press; Mechanical-Hydraulic Hybrid Curing Press

• Companies Mentioned: Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Machinery Systems Ltd.; Himile Mechanical Science and Technology Co. Ltd.; Tianjin Saixiang Technology Co. Ltd.; McNeil & NRM Inc.; Harburg-Freudenberger Maschinenbau GmbH (HF Group); Uzer Makina ve KalIp A.S.; Cima Impianti S.p.A.; HERBERT Maschinenbau GmbH & Co. KG; Greatoo Intelligent Equipment Inc.; Specific Engineering Corporation Pvt. Ltd.; All Well Industry Co. Ltd.; Jing Day Machinery Industrial Co. Ltd.; Gold Hawk Machinery Co. Ltd.; Qingdao Yahua Machinery Co. Ltd.; Qingdao Mesnac Co. Ltd.; Kobe Steel Ltd. (Kobelco); Taiyuan Heavy Machinery Group Co. Ltd.; Larsen & Toubro Heavy Engineering; Akron Special Machinery Inc.; Guilin Rubber Machinery Co. Ltd.; Beijing SPM International Co. Ltd.
• Countries: Australia; Brazil; China; France; Germany; India; Indonesia; Japan; Taiwan; Russia; South Korea; UK; USA; Canada; Italy; Spain.
• Regions: Asia-Pacific; South East Asia; Western Europe; Eastern Europe; North America; South America; Middle East; Africa
• Time Series: Five years historic and ten years forecast.
• Data: Ratios of market size and growth to related markets, GDP proportions, expenditure per capita,
• Data Segmentations: country and regional historic and forecast data, market share of competitors, market segments.
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