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Industry news Study: European heatwave could cost farmers €2bn in lost revenue - BusinessGreen BusinessGreen — waste topic · 22 Jul 2026 Industry news Circular Lighting Live 2026: Speakers announced A Full-day conference and exhibition delving into all aspects of the circular economy in lighting. Thursday, 8 October, Minster Building, […] Recolight · 22 Jul 2026 Industry news Fate of massive 20m-high space radar in ministers' hands The MoD wants to put 27 giant radar dishes in Pembrokeshire, which campaigners have strongly opposed. BBC News — Science & Environment · 22 Jul 2026 Industry news Heineken to buy Costa Rican waters brand - Just Drinks Just Drinks — sustainability · 22 Jul 2026 Industry news Philadelphia launches lactose-free cream cheese in US Philadelphia has introduced a lactose-free version of its cream cheese, aimed at consumers who experience difficulty digesting lactose. FoodBev Media · 22 Jul 2026 Industry news Industry alliance presents new research and guidance on microbial safety in alt-dairy drinks A group of industry organisations has issued guidance for ingredient suppliers based on new research into managing bacterial spore growth in dairy alternative beverages. FoodBev Media · 22 Jul 2026 Industry news Meiji sells China dairy business to Shanghai AustAsia Food - Global Food Industry News Just Food — sustainability · 22 Jul 2026 Industry news Pressure on Italy wine exports continues - Just Drinks Just Drinks — sustainability · 22 Jul 2026 Industry news The latest trase news from global advisers and wealth managers - Page 1 - BusinessGreen BusinessGreen — waste topic · 22 Jul 2026 Industry news Refillable packs help cosmetics sector to address waste challenge ORGANISERS of London Packaging Week have revealed how exhibitors are helping beauty brands tackle packaging waste through refillable packaging. With an increased focus from cosmetic brands and manufacturers on more sustainable packaging choices, refill solutions are gaining traction. For consumers, refill formats are said to answer demand for less waste without sacrificing the quality expected […] Packaging Scotland · 22 Jul 2026 Industry news Coca Cola sharpens identity under one bold visual system The Coca Cola Company has launched a new global visual identity system, sustaining the brand’s iconicity with a “fresh, dynamic, and scalable look”. Packaging News · 22 Jul 2026 Industry news Textile dye recovery meets reality – Part II The second part of our series asks the harder question: what exactly are you buying – and can colour management […] Ecotextile News · 22 Jul 2026 Industry news Brazil's first bioethanol-fuelled containership - IOM3 Materials World (IOM3) · 22 Jul 2026 Industry news Research: UK imports linked to annual destruction of forest areas the size of Bristol Agricultural products imported to the UK such as beef, cocoa, soy, wood, palm oil, coffee, and cashew nuts are estimated to be responsible for almost 11,000 hectares of forest loss each year BusinessGreen · 22 Jul 2026 Industry news Screencore appoint French distributor - Agg-Net Agg-Net · 22 Jul 2026 Industry news British Sugar set to close Cantley factory British Sugar has announced plans to close its beet processing factory at Cantley by the end of February 2027 to reduce its operational footprint. As part of the new proposal,… Grocery Gazette · 22 Jul 2026 Industry news National Drought Group steps up heatwave response as food supply suffers The recent extreme weather is having a ‘severe impact’ and is affecting water supplies and food production The Grocer — sustainability · 22 Jul 2026 Industry news Lidl sparks row with Little Moons price comparison Little Moons boss hit back: ‘In the words of L’Oréal… because we’re worth it’ The Grocer — sustainability · 22 Jul 2026 Industry news Project Management e-Learning Academy Developed for Engineering Construction Industry The Engineering Construction Industry Training Board’s (ECITB) Project Management Steering Group (PMSG) has rolled out a suite of e-learning content to support the development of project management skills in industry. The PMSG Academy, which sits on the ECITB’s award-winning Learning Experience Platform (LXP), has been developed for both current and aspiring project managers in the engineering … MEM Magazine (Manufacturing & Engineering) · 22 Jul 2026 Industry news TrovrQUBE installation in Reading marks UK first for educational DRS Recycling Trovr, the recycling technology company behind the TrovrQUBE, has installed a unit at Reading College and University Centre - the first educational establishment in the UK to deploy the TrovrQUBE. Packaging News · 22 Jul 2026 Industry news The air children breathe could be harming their metabolism New research has linked childhood exposure to air pollution linked to higher metabolic syndrome risk, a measure of how many early warning signs the body is showing for future heart disease and diabetes The research, led by the Barcelona Institute for Global Health (ISGlobal), analysed data from 1,147 children aged 6 to 11 across six […] Air Quality News · 22 Jul 2026 Industry news Number 10 confirms Katie White and Michael Shanks to remain at DESNZ Andy Burnham continues his shake-up of government with wave of junior ministerial appointments BusinessGreen · 22 Jul 2026 Industry news Modo Energy secures £12.7m to scale platform for energy storage analysts Modo Energy has secured a $17m (£12.7m) growth funding package from CIBC Innovation Banking to invest in its platform and expand sales and marketing operations. London-based Modo Energy is an AI-powered benchmarking and valuation platform for energy storage and renewable assets that covers 15 energy markets. The new funding will accelerate the evolution of Ko, […] UKTN (UK Tech News) · 22 Jul 2026 Industry news Organic Traditions secures $10.5m Series A to accelerate US expansion Canadian superfood brand Organic Traditions has closed a $10.5m Series A funding round to support its expansion across the US and accelerate product innovation. FoodBev Media · 22 Jul 2026 Industry news Spain Textile EPR Decree Update: What’s Changed? Spain has published a revised draft Royal Decree on textile and footwear waste, incorporating EU Directive 2025/1892. Collection targets have been softened, but new recycling targets, producer obligations, and R&D funding rules have been added for the first time. Valpak · 22 Jul 2026 Industry news Waitrose sees spike in French charcuterie sales Waitrose suggested it was led by shoppers watching the Tour de France The Grocer — sustainability · 22 Jul 2026 Industry news Groove Armada launches regeneratively grown beer into Waitrose Signature Brew creates beers ‘inspired by and brewed with our musical heroes’ The Grocer — sustainability · 22 Jul 2026 Industry news Meat industry calls on government to safeguard water supply Representative bodies and business argued the step was necessary on food safety and animal welfare grounds, as well as to ensure UK food security The Grocer — sustainability · 22 Jul 2026 Industry news Canadian trade groups call for talks on tariffs - Just Drinks Just Drinks — sustainability · 22 Jul 2026 Industry news Pre-loved Benchmark - British Retail Consortium British Retail Consortium news · 22 Jul 2026 Industry news Indian textiles secure zero-duty UK access under new CETA agreement - Just Style Just Style · 22 Jul 2026 Industry news PDEXCIL, AWARE to aid Indian powerloom sector with EU traceability rules - Just Style Just Style · 22 Jul 2026 Industry news Katun adds RFID authentication support Arivia MFPs gain compatibility with Cartadis contactless card readers as secure print becomes a standard workplace requirement. The Recycler (imaging consumables recycling) · 22 Jul 2026 Industry news Canon reports fresh Amazon cartridge removals OEM says patent enforcement action has resulted in the removal of third-party toner cartridge listings from European Amazon marketplaces. The Recycler (imaging consumables recycling) · 22 Jul 2026 Industry news Answers to the cosmetics industry's packaging waste challenge As sustainability moves from being a niche differentiator to a baseline expectation in the cosmetics industry, refillable packaging systems and solutions are providing a viable and valuable solution to the industry’s waste problem. 
 
 Sustainable Packaging News · 22 Jul 2026 Industry news Hackers use printers to deliver ransom demands Ransomware attacks investigated by Kaspersky used compromised corporate printers to produce printed ransom notes. The Recycler (imaging consumables recycling) · 22 Jul 2026 Industry news Portuguese company Neutroplast maintains certifications Neutroplast, a Portuguese company with over thirty years of experience in the production of customized packaging for different sectors of activity, including the health and wellness sector, the pharmaceutical industry, dermocosmetics and beauty, has just successfully completed its external follow-up audit, maintaining its ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 15378 certifications, without any non-conform… Sustainable Packaging News · 22 Jul 2026 Industry news Memory shortage could lift refurbished IT demand Rising PC prices and supply constraints may encourage organisations to extend refresh cycles and consider refurbished equipment. The Recycler (imaging consumables recycling) · 22 Jul 2026 Industry news RWM: John Scanlon, Vicki Hughes, Steve Molyneux join line-up RWM has unveiled its keynote panels for its 2026 conference programme, with senior figures from across the waste and resources sector set to discuss some of the industry’s biggest challenges. The event will return to the NEC Birmingham on 16-17 September as part of the wider Environmental Services and Solutions (ESS) Expo, bringing together more … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 22 Jul 2026 Industry news Prices Dashboard - June 2026 - The Food & Drink Federation Food and Drink Federation news · 22 Jul 2026