David Shaw is the owner and Chief Executive of an international company called Tire Industry Research (TIRes). He has over 35 years' experience of the global tire industry.

TIRes publishes a weekly newsletter on the tire industry in China as well as monthly reports on the global tire industry. These are regarded as some of the most influential publications in the tire industry and are essential sources of information and insight for many stakeholders.

David has developed a wide overview of the complete value chain from tire pricing, branding and logistics through to the agronomy of the Hevea Brasiliensis and including disposal of end-of-life tires and especially sustainability in the tire industry globally.

David takes a long-term view of the industry. Most importantly, he is independent of external influences and can offer real insights into the global rubber and tire industry based on extensive conversations with industry leaders around the world.

He regularly advises chief executives and corporate strategists on the future development of the global tire industry, and is in demand to present his views at corporate strategy days. His customers include tire makers, tire wholesalers, and suppliers to the tire industry as well as financial institutions, other consultants, and government departments and industry associations.

During lock-down, he developed the Mobility & Tire webinar series with Eduardo Minardi, former CEO of Bridgestone Europe and Bridgestone Americas. These are high-level events offered for free to the global tire industry.

He publishes commentaries on the global tire industry that attract global readerships including senior management in every country that has a significant tire activity, including China, Australia, United States, Russia, France, Germany and many others.