Recycling news: 2026

Industry news Sainsbury’s grocery sales rise, but Argos and Tu struggle Sainsbury’s has posted an “encouraging” start to the year as stronger grocery sales helped offset weaker trading across Argos, clothing and general merchandise. The supermarket said total retail sales, excluding… Grocery Gazette · 30 Jun 2026 Industry news Major recycling centre fire caused by disposable vape, fire service says An investigation into a fire at a recycling centre in Widnes that saw 20 fire engines deployed was ‘most likely’ caused by a disposable vape. Circular Online (CIWM) · 30 Jun 2026 Industry news Maersk lifts outlook as demand and freight rates climb Maersk has raised its full-year profit guidance after stronger container demand and higher freight rates boosted the global shipping market. The Danish shipping giant now expects underlying EBITDA of between $8bn and $10bn for 2026, up from its previous forecast of $4.5bn to $7bn. It also lifted its underlying EBIT guidance to between $2bn and... Retail Gazette · 30 Jun 2026 Industry news Zeon launches subscription-based R&D data platform for elastomers - European Rubber Journal European Rubber Journal · 30 Jun 2026 Industry news Michelin adds AI assistant to Connected Fleet platform - European Rubber Journal European Rubber Journal · 30 Jun 2026 Industry news UK government to invest £580m in new defence technology Expert UK scientists working on defence tech innovations are to be backed by £580m of infrastructure funding from the government over the next four years, which will include the building of a new laboratory. The Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (Dstl) is dedicated to research into new science and technologies for defence. In 2018, its […] UKTN (UK Tech News) · 30 Jun 2026 Industry news How aircraft measurements could change carbon monitoring - Envirotech Online Envirotech Online · 30 Jun 2026 Industry news Waste tech firm Bartec acquired by software investor Skoyen Software has announced the acquisition of UK-based Bartec Municipal Technologies (BMT). Skoyen said the acquisition would support the next phase of BMT’s growth, with plans to expand its artificial intelligence capabilities and develop new services for local authority customers. The business also intends to explore new markets and bring additional expertise into the team. … Read More The… letsrecycle.com News · 30 Jun 2026 Industry news HolyGrail project to sort and recycle crisp packets into new food packaging PepsiCo, Ferrero, Mondelēz International and pladis are among the contributors to HolyGrail 2030’s latest project, which will test the intelligent sorting and recycling of polypropylene snack packets into new food packaging. Packaging Europe · 30 Jun 2026 Industry news THG Fulfil to Deploy First End-to-End AutoStore Build for Footasylum THG Fulfil, an AutoStore distributor and leading provider of Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) technology, robotics, and operations platforms built for global ecommerce, today announced a strategic partnership with Footasylum, one of the UK’s leading retailers of fashion streetwear and sportswear. The partnership marks THG Fulfil’s first AutoStore implementation for an external retailer, built on th… MEM Magazine (Manufacturing & Engineering) · 30 Jun 2026 Industry news Princess Royal Medal highlights Campbell’s battery breakthroughs Dr Ian Campbell has been honoured in this year’s Princess Royal Silver Medal announcement, recognised for transforming how batteries charge and perform. His work at Breathe Battery Technologies has reshaped the UK’s position in next‑generation energy systems, earning him one of the Royal Academy of Engineering’s most respected awards.The accolade recognises an exceptional personal contribution… BEST Magazine (Batteries & Energy Storage Technology) · 30 Jun 2026 Industry news British American Tobacco to cut 9,000 jobs in AI-led overhaul British American Tobacco is to cut or outsource around 9,000 roles globally as part of a major restructuring drive designed to reduce costs and make the business more technology-led. The FTSE 100 tobacco giant, which owns brands including Lucky Strike, Dunhill, Vuse and Velo, said it would cut around 5,500 jobs and move a further... Retail Gazette · 30 Jun 2026 Industry news Sainsbury’s grocery sales rise, but Argos and Tu struggle Sainsbury’s has posted an “encouraging” start to the year as stronger grocery sales helped offset weaker trading across Argos, clothing and general merchandise. The supermarket said total retail sales, excluding fuel, rose 2.7 per cent to £9.15bn in the 16 weeks to 20 June. Sainsbury’s-branded sales increased 3.1 per cent to £8.04bn, with grocery sales... Retail Gazette · 30 Jun 2026 Industry news Nice Rice eyes category premiumisation with major rebrand and Tesco launch Nice Rice this week unveiled a major rebrand as it looks to reposition rice from a commodity staple to a more premium pantry product. The refresh includes new packaging, a… Grocery Gazette · 30 Jun 2026 Industry news Functional drinks boom creates fresh opportunity for grocers Functional drinks are moving further into the mainstream as shoppers look for beverages that offer more than refreshment. From protein coffee and prebiotic sodas to CBD and adaptogen drinks, beverage… Grocery Gazette · 30 Jun 2026 Industry news Co-op extends GXO transport deal, supporting deliveries to over 1,000 stores Co-op has extended its transport partnership with GXO Logistics in a new five-year agreement to strengthen its UK supply chain. The deal covers GXO’s transport operations at Avonmouth, Andover and Lea Green, supporting deliveries to more than 1,000 Co-op stores across the UK. The agreement will take the partnership between the two businesses beyond 20... Retail Gazette · 30 Jun 2026 Industry news Dunlop bringing Active Tread to Europe After introducing Active Tread as part of its Smart Tyre Concept almost a decade ago, Sumitomo Rubber Industries (SRI) brought the technology to market in October 2024 with the launch of the Japan-only Dunlop Synchro Weather all-season tyre. It is now readying Active Tread for its European debut, and we recently spoke to the General Manager of Sumitomo Rubber Europe’s Compound Design team about… Tyrepress · 30 Jun 2026 Industry news Shein and Temu hit by French ultra-fast fashion crackdown Shein and Temu are facing tighter restrictions in France after lawmakers passed new legislation targeting ultra-fast fashion retailers. The French Parliament has definitively adopted a bill designed to reduce the environmental impact of the textile industry, following more than two years of debate between the country’s lower and upper houses. The law will impose financial... Retail Gazette · 30 Jun 2026 Industry news Food inflation falls to lowest level since March 2025 UK food price inflation has fallen to its lowest level in more than a year, helped by bumper strawberry crops and summer promotions on ice cream. Food inflation slowed to… Grocery Gazette · 30 Jun 2026 Industry news Five ways to support a child’s anxiety These five simple steps can help you respond more effectively to a child’s anxiety Positive News · 30 Jun 2026 Industry news Reflection and Farewell from our CEO Michael Cook Circular Communities Scotland's entire staff and board would like to say a huge thank you to our CEO Michael Cook for his time and dedication to leading our organisation over the last 8 years. To say goodbye, we asked Michael some questions about his time leading Circular Communities Scotland including highs, lows and some [...] Circular Communities Scotland · 30 Jun 2026 Industry news BPF Members Day 2026 Brings the Plastics Supply Chain Together - British Plastics Federation British Plastics Federation News · 30 Jun 2026 Industry news POSTPONED | Preparing for CIWEM Chartership: Review of 'B3' and 'B4' competencies | WEBINAR - The Chartered Institution of Water and Environmental Management CIWEM (Chartered Institution of Water and Environmental Management) · 30 Jun 2026 Industry news Boots welcome Charlotte Tilbury Beauty to selected stores across the UK - boots-uk.com Boots UK media centre · 30 Jun 2026 Industry news Italy’s La Doria buys B2B tomato supplier Solana - Global Food Industry News Just Food — sustainability · 30 Jun 2026 Industry news Danone’s Volvic arm to appeal after court rules claims misleading - Just Drinks Just Drinks — sustainability · 30 Jun 2026 Industry news Bio&Me Co-founder: ‘Make a promise and deliver it, or lose trust for good’ - Food Manufacture Food Manufacture · 30 Jun 2026 Industry news EU PPWR – Declaration of Conformity - Ecosurety Hub Ecosurety · 30 Jun 2026 Industry news Drinks companies hit out at Germany’s sugar tax plans - Just Drinks Just Drinks — sustainability · 30 Jun 2026 Industry news Biofuels gain momentum as shipping sector accelerates low‑carbon transition - Biofuels International Magazine Biofuels International · 30 Jun 2026 Industry news Sustainable Living Doesn’t Have to Be Perfect If you’ve ever come across one of those articles called “100 Ways to Live More Sustainably” and immediately felt exhausted, you’re not alone. I think one of the biggest myths about sustainable living is that you have to change everything overnight. Recycle perfectly. Grow your own vegetables. Never buy anything new. Carry a reusable version… Zero Waste Week · 30 Jun 2026 Industry news Summer discounting keeps shop price inflation stable - British Retail Consortium British Retail Consortium news · 30 Jun 2026 Industry news Powering reliability in rail performance - Envirotech Online Envirotech Online · 30 Jun 2026 Industry news Responsible Business Report 2025/26 - Kingfisher plc Kingfisher plc media · 30 Jun 2026 Industry news Retail workers lose £3.6bn in earnings as hours dry up More than 300,000 retail and hospitality workers are struggling to secure the hours they want as rising employment costs force businesses to rein in hiring and shifts. New research from Retail Economics and Legion Technologies found 8.5 per cent of workers across the two sectors are now underemployed, meaning they want to work more hours... Retail Gazette · 30 Jun 2026 Industry news Ocado investors push back against Tim Steiner exit plan A group of major Ocado shareholders are pushing the board to rethink plans to replace chief executive Tim Steiner, as the retailer faces a growing split over the future of its long-standing boss. Several top 10 investors have written to Ocado’s board in recent days to express support for Steiner, according to the Financial Times,... Retail Gazette · 30 Jun 2026 Industry news Retailers urge Burnham to turn business rates pledge into high street action Retailers have welcomed Andy Burnham’s pledge to reform business rates, but warned that high street businesses need meaningful action rather than another round of promises. The former Greater Manchester mayor, who is now the MP for Makerfield and frontrunner to replace Sir Keir Starmer as Prime Minister, used a speech in Manchester to call for... Retail Gazette · 30 Jun 2026 Industry news National Recycling Award 2026 extends deadline for final entries MRW National Recycling Award 2026 extends deadline for final entries There is an additional two weeks to enter this year’s awards or complete submissions across 18 different categories honouring technical innovation and project management excellence National Recycling Award 2026 extends deadline for final entries Neil Merrett MRW (Materials Recycling World) · 30 Jun 2026 Industry news John Lewis Partnership ramps up retail media push with Kevel deal John Lewis Partnership has appointed Kevel to power its on-site retail media network across the John Lewis and Waitrose websites. The partnership will see Kevel’s AI-powered, API-first Retail Media Cloud used to support a bespoke advertising platform across JohnLewis.com and Waitrose.com. The move comes as John Lewis Partnership continues to build out its retail media... Retail Gazette · 30 Jun 2026 Industry news SEPA appoints new Chief Operating Officer; Evidence and Water Resilience The Scottish Environment Protection Agency (SEPA) has appointed Dr Richard Allan as Chief Operating Officer; Evidence and Water Resilience. SEPA said the appointment will see Richard lead the Evidence and […] Water Magazine · 30 Jun 2026