Ecore International Acquires HTI Recycling to Strengthen Circular Rubber Supply Chain

According to a recent announcement, Pennsylvania-based Ecore International has completed the acquisition of HTI Recycling, a leading tire collection and rubber recycling company headquartered in Lockport, New York. The move marks a significant step in Ecore’s ongoing commitment to circularity and sustainability.

The deal also includes HTI’s subsidiaries, Edge Rubber Recycling and D&G Heavy Equipment Leasing. According to Ecore’s official statement, the acquisition brings together two family-founded companies with a shared mission: advancing high-quality, circular solutions to reduce environmental impact and minimize waste in the rubber industry.

Ecore, known for converting reclaimed rubber into high-performance surfaces for commercial and industrial use, is a major advocate of closed-loop systems. The company’s TRUcircularity™ program enables clients to return end-of-life rubber products, which Ecore then repurposes into new materials — ensuring zero waste in the process.

HTI Recycling, founded by Derek Martin and later co-led by his son Carl E. Martin, has earned a reputation in the U.S. Northeast for its innovative and reliable tire recycling operations. Its origins, rooted in reclaiming used Guinness barrels, reflect decades of dedication to reuse and environmental stewardship.

“This acquisition is a meaningful step in Ecore’s strategy to rid the world of rubber waste by strengthening our supply chain and expanding our scale,” said Art Dodge, CEO of Ecore. “Like Ecore, Derek Martin and the HTI team have established an impressive record of accomplishment of service and quality at all stages of the recycling process, which we have seen first-hand throughout our years of partnership.”

Kal Krishan, President of Ecore’s Materials Business Unit, added, “HTI has long been a trusted partner for our materials business. This acquisition will further bolster our supply chain and build on existing capabilities to deliver for our customers.”

As part of the transaction, 81 HTI employees will join Ecore, reinforcing the company’s capacity to scale sustainable solutions across the rubber recycling value chain. The integration is expected to accelerate innovation in material science and support communities and businesses seeking greener alternatives.

Source: Ecore