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Industry news Bridgwater Tidal Barrier scheme wins national digital award The Bridgwater Tidal Barrier Scheme has received national recognition at the Flood & Coast Excellence Awards 2026, with design partner AtkinsRéalis winning the Digital Excellence category for its innovative work […] Water Magazine · 19 Jun 2026 Industry news United Utilities join with National Trust to save water on iconic Cheshire estate United Utilities has teamed up with the National Trust to help the charity protect its historic Lyme Park estate from water scarcity. During the extended dry weather that was seen […] Water Magazine · 19 Jun 2026 Industry news Jacobs launches cloud-based modelling platform Jacobs has introduced Flood Platform, a cloud-hosted hub for advanced flood modelling that supports planning and delivery of critical flood infrastructure programmes worldwide. Now available as a subscription-based software-as-a-service offering, […] Water Magazine · 19 Jun 2026 Industry news Modelling Sustainable Drainage Systems (SuDS) | WEBINAR - The Chartered Institution of Water and Environmental Management CIWEM (Chartered Institution of Water and Environmental Management) · 19 Jun 2026 Industry news Wacker opens new silicones production site - European Rubber Journal European Rubber Journal · 18 Jun 2026 Industry news NOK develops new bio-PU for hydraulic sealing - European Rubber Journal European Rubber Journal · 18 Jun 2026 Industry news Principal Fire Engineer - SUEZ recycling and recovery UK SUEZ recycling and recovery UK · 18 Jun 2026 Industry news New CIWM president to ‘challenge perceptions’ on resource sector careers MRW New CIWM president to ‘challenge perceptions’ on resource sector careers Vicki Hughes has started year-long role heading the institution with plans to build cross-industry initiative to show scale of opportunities for career progression New CIWM president to ‘challenge perceptions’ on resource sector careers Neil Merrett MRW (Materials Recycling World) · 18 Jun 2026 Industry news Recycling sector backs EU ELV vote but warns implementation will decide success Europe’s recycling sector has welcomed the Parliament’s approval of the new ELV Regulation, but FEAD, FER and Recycling Europe warn that its success will depend on secondary legislation, demand for recycled materials, investment certainty, technological neutrality and practical implementation. Auto Recycling World · 18 Jun 2026 Industry news A blueprint to cut energy bills - Hubbub Hubbub · 18 Jun 2026 Industry news BBC Inside Science How do you research the impacts of social media on young people? BBC News — Science & Environment · 18 Jun 2026 Industry news IOM3 Certificate in Business Improvement - IOM3 Materials World (IOM3) · 18 Jun 2026 Industry news Why El Niño’s impacts on the UK are hard to predict A planet-warming El Niño climate phase has begun, but while the phenomenon can influence Europe's weather through long-distance atmospheric teleconnections, the effects are often uncertain New Scientist — Environment · 18 Jun 2026 Industry news Anna Collins: Can procurement shift diets? The launch of WWF’s new healthy and sustainable diet tool Anna Collins is the Healthy and Sustainable Diets Lead at WWF-UK, where she works with businesses, NGOs and other stakeholders to support the transition towards healthier, more sustainable food systems. A registered dietitian by background, Anna has worked across clinical practice, nutrition research, and the food industry, giving her a unique perspective on the opportunities […] Footprint Media (foodservice sustainability) · 18 Jun 2026 Industry news Astracite secures pre-seed funding to develop CO₂-derived anode materials Belgian battery materials start-up Astracite has closed a pre-seed financing round to accelerate development of its graphite alternative anode material made from captured carbon dioxide and recycled battery feedstocks.The company secured €750,000 in investments and €380,000 in grants from VLAIO, the Flemish government agency encouraging innovation and entrepreneurship in Flanders, Belgium. This… BEST Magazine (Batteries & Energy Storage Technology) · 18 Jun 2026 Industry news EU Backs Circular Vehicle Rules The European Parliament has approved new circular vehicle design rules, introducing recycled plastic targets, easier dismantling requirements, extended producer responsibility and tougher controls on used vehicle exports. ATF Professional · 18 Jun 2026 Industry news UK Vape Regulations 2026 UK Vape Regulations 2026: Compliance Guide for Producers & Retailers is now essential reading for any business placing or selling vaping products in the UK. Der Beitrag UK Vape Regulations 2026 erschien zuerst auf United Kingdom (EN) . ERP UK (European Recycling Platform) · 18 Jun 2026 Industry news More sustainability in the European automotive industry The European Parliament has approved new rules to make the automotive sector more circular, requiring vehicles to be easier to dismantle, include more recycled plastic, and fall under extended producer responsibility, while tightening controls on the export of unroadworthy used vehicles. Auto Recycling World · 18 Jun 2026 Industry news Sailun raises the profile of its ‘smart performance’ at Tire Cologne At Tire Cologne, Sailun presented its ‘Smart Performance’ portfolio. At the same time, on the first day of the show, Sailun’s most senior executives – including company chairperson, Jane Liu – also pointed to the company’s growing brand and marketing position. During the event, Sailun hosted Brand Finance, with Brand Finance executives presenting both their report and the news that Sailun’s bra… Tyrepress · 18 Jun 2026 Industry news Call to Contact MPs - Foodservice Packaging Association Foodservice Packaging Association · 18 Jun 2026 Industry news QuantumScape and Honda agree multi-year solid-state battery programme US solid-state battery developer QuantumScape has signed a joint research agreement with Honda R&D aimed at advancing its lithium-metal solid-state battery platform and associated manufacturing processes.The agreement establishes a multi-year programme bringing together QuantumScape’s technology with Honda’s engineering and manufacturing expertise. According to the companies, the collaboration … BEST Magazine (Batteries & Energy Storage Technology) · 18 Jun 2026 Industry news Senior UK politicians to mix with oil execs, far-right figures and anti-abortion activists at London conference The post Senior UK politicians to mix with oil execs, far-right figures and anti-abortion activists at London conference appeared first on Unearthed . Unearthed (Greenpeace UK) · 18 Jun 2026 Industry news Nexen opens Ontario warehouse to strengthen Canadian tyre distribution While news of additional warehousing investment at the South Korean tyremaker’s plant in the Czech Republic has just become apparent, at the start of June, on the other side of the Atlantic, Nexen Tire announced that it has officially opened a new warehouse in Guelph, Ontaria. That move was described as “a pivotal step in Nexen Tire’s evolution within the Canadian market – deepening its commitm… Tyrepress · 18 Jun 2026 Industry news The Gym Kitchen launches High Protein Chicken Nuggets and Pork Sausages Healthy meals brand The Gym Kitchen has launched high-protein chicken nuggets and lean pork sausages across Tesco stores nationwide. The high-protein pork sausages are set to launch on shelves this… Grocery Gazette · 18 Jun 2026 Industry news Get Tickets for the FIFA Fan Festival™ 2026! - Coca-Cola Coca-Cola Great Britain media center · 18 Jun 2026 Industry news Sailun investing $1.14 billion in further Egypt capacities Should shareholders and relevant authorities approve, Sailun will invest an impressive US$1.14 billion to increase production capacities in Egypt. The project would add annual production capacity for 27 million semi-steel radial tyres, 1.65 million all-steel radial tyres and 20,000 tonnes of off-road tyres. The tyre maker announced this latest “Egypt tyre capacity enhancement project” today as … Tyrepress · 18 Jun 2026 Industry news ESG Specialist - Renewi Renewi · 18 Jun 2026 Industry news Arnold Clark Autoparts becomes official Liqui Moly UK partner and distributor Arnold Clark Autoparts is now an authorised distributor and e-commerce partner for Liqui Moly UK. The partnership allows the company’s customers to purchase Liqui Moly products sourced through a fully approved and trusted supply chain. Arnold Clark Autoparts said the partnership “marks a major milestone”, strengthening its offer to UK customers with “one of the industry’s most respected premium… Tyrepress · 18 Jun 2026 Industry news Cataclean partners with Abby Higgins on Nürburgring-inspired Porsche build Cataclean has announced a collaboration with automotive content creator Abby Higgins as she completes a road-legal Porsche build inspired by the Nürburgring 24 Hours. The additives brand says the partnership reflects its focus on vehicle performance and maintenance, with Higgins having already used Cataclean products during the build. The Porsche is set to be driven across Europe before being u… Tyrepress · 18 Jun 2026 Industry news Recycling Europe calls for textile labelling overhaul European Commission urged to modernise the Textile Labelling Regulation so it better fits recycled fibres, digital labelling and wider EU […] Ecotextile News · 18 Jun 2026 Industry news UFLPA crackdown fears as enforcement dips Campaigners say a slowdown in UFLPA enforcement risks undermining hard‑won gains on Uyghur forced labour over the past four years […] Ecotextile News · 18 Jun 2026 Industry news Eagle lands….and then leaves Dame Angela Eagle turned up at an organic farm last week, wellies at the ready. Rumour had it the Defra minister for food security and rural affairs was going to launch an organic action plan aimed at boosting domestic production Footprint Media (foodservice sustainability) · 18 Jun 2026 Industry news Dunlop broadens Geomax motocross range with new MX54 Dunlop Motorcycle Europe has introduced the Geomax MX54, a new intermediate-hard motocross tyre designed to offer increased versatility across a broader range of track conditions. The latest addition to the Geomax line-up succeeds the MX53 and has been developed to deliver improved grip, durability and predictability for riders from amateur level through to professional competition. Dunlop says… Tyrepress · 18 Jun 2026 Industry news Think Again - CIWM CIWM (Chartered Institution of Wastes Management) · 18 Jun 2026 Industry news Tilray launches clean energy drink brand Hi*Ball Tilray Brands is launching a new sparkling water energy drink brand called Hi*Ball across the UK for health-conscious consumers. According to the business, Hi*Ball offers a healthier alternative to energy… Grocery Gazette · 18 Jun 2026 Industry news England matches provide major footfall boost for retailers The World Cup fixtures have provided a boost in activity for retailers, with high street footfall increasing by 8.6 per cent following England’s opening World Cup victory. According to new… Grocery Gazette · 18 Jun 2026 Industry news Scientists surprised as climate change hits temperate species hardest Climate change is causing species to disappear from parts of their natural ranges at a higher rate in temperate regions than in the tropics, according to a global study that challenges long-held assumptions about which ecosystems are most vulnerable to rising temperatures. Researchers from the University of Arizona analysed more than 5,100 species of plants […] Environment Journal · 18 Jun 2026 Industry news Full Circle. Squeezed From Both Ends. Christian Drenth argues that automotive recyclers are being squeezed from both ends: by OEMs seeking control of EV battery materials and critical raw minerals, and by global resale shifts that are disrupting traditional end-of-life vehicle flows. Auto Recycling World · 18 Jun 2026 Industry news Ralson targets European TBR growth Ralson Tyres used The Tire Cologne 2026 to present its truck and bus radial portfolio to European partners, positioning the range as a technology-led offer from a company that has built scale in other tyre segments over more than five decades. Tyrepress · 18 Jun 2026 Industry news Greif UK Ltd The post Greif UK Ltd appeared first on MPMA . MPMA (Metal Packaging Manufacturers Association) · 18 Jun 2026