Recycling news: 2026

Industry news UK government launches national network for quantum standards The UK government has launched a new national network to coordinate standards for quantum technologies, strengthening the ability of British companies to grow in the UK and sell around the world. Announced today by science minister Lord Vallance, the National Physical Laboratory (NPL) will establish the National Quantum Standards Network (QSN) to bring together common […] UKTN (UK Tech News) · 16 Jun 2026 Industry news Smarter NVH End‑of‑Line Testing from a Single Source To help automotive manufacturers improve their acoustic, vibration and mechanical performance processes, Hottinger Brüel & Kjær (HBK) has combined its NVH end‑of‑line (EoL) testing tool – Discom NVH production testing systems – with its torque measurement technology. EoL NVH testing plays a critical role in modern automotive manufacturing, verifying the acoustic and dynamic behaviour of every u… MEM Magazine (Manufacturing & Engineering) · 16 Jun 2026 Industry news Fibre-based composite pEPR fees ‘may have been significantly overcharged’ NEW analysis published by compliance scheme Beyondly has found producers of fibre-based composite (FBC) packaging like liquid cartons, sandwich wrappers and ready meal containers may have been ‘significantly overcharged’ by the packaging Extended Producer Responsibility (pEPR) scheme. The report found that the £461 per tonne pEPR fee charged for FBCs has been incorrectly calculated, with […] Packaging Scotland · 16 Jun 2026 Industry news LKQ Euro Car Parts launches ERA Reman range in UK LKQ Euro Car Parts has introduced the ERA Reman range of alternators and starter motors to the UK market, adding a remanufactured OE-quality option for independent workshops and fleet operators. Produced in Europe and backed by more than 30 years of remanufacturing experience, the range is designed to deliver OE-level performance at a more accessible price point. LKQ says each unit is remanufac… Tyrepress · 16 Jun 2026 Industry news First speakers confirmed for London Packaging Week 2026 ORGANISERS of London Packaging Week have unveiled the first wave of speakers for its 2026 conference programme. Taking place on 16 & 17 September at Excel London, the event is expected to welcome more than 5,700 visitors, 220 exhibitors, and 90 speakers across three conference stages. The first wave of speakers include Esther Carter, chief […] Packaging Scotland · 16 Jun 2026 Industry news Primark Welcomes New York Shoppers to Flagship in Manhattan’s Herald Square - Primark Corporate Primark newsroom · 16 Jun 2026 Industry news Leadership development course participants visit Sheard Packaging 22 delegates from the Sheet Plant Association’s (SPA) Emerging Leaders Programme recently gathered at Sheard Packaging for the third module of the flagship leadership development initiative. The module, entitled Managing and Building Teams, focused on developing the skills and behaviours required to lead, motivate and support high-performing teams within the corrugated packaging industry. As pa… Packaging Scotland · 16 Jun 2026 Industry news Target supplier pays workers $6m back pay Guatemala garment workers win wage theft fight after Target supplier SAE-A steps in to fund back pay and severance GUATEMALA […] Ecotextile News · 16 Jun 2026 Industry news Premium chocolate producer enjoys sweet tase of success with Ishida weighers TWO Ishida multihead weighers are helping to ensure perfect pack weights for Zotter Schokolade, a producer of more than 500 different chocolate products in Riegersburg, Austria. The company, founded by Josef Zotter in 1987 and now run by his daughter, Julia, employs around 230 people at the site. Around 300,000 visitors come to the Zotter […] Packaging Scotland · 16 Jun 2026 Industry news Peacock-inspired ink promises fade-resistant sustainable colour printing Researchers at Japan's Kobe University have developed a fade-resistant colour ink that produces colour without relying on conventional dyes or pigments, potentially opening new opportunities for longer-lasting and more resource-efficient printing and coating technologies. The Recycler (imaging consumables recycling) · 16 Jun 2026 Industry news Simpler recycling? Military-grade weaponry still not fit for bins It should go without saying, but grenades, tank shells and bullets do not belong in your domestic metal waste stream. According to Devon County Council, recycling centres across the authority have been forced to pause processing due to potentially dangerous items being identified on-site. These have included a tank shell at Ivybridge, discovered in January, […] Environment Journal · 16 Jun 2026 Industry news Packaging News Sustainability PowerBook | Tim Barbary, George Atkinson, Greg Paradowski Packaging News has launched the Sustainability PowerBook – a power list of the 50 people shaping sustainability in packaging. Packaging News (UK) · 16 Jun 2026 Industry news Planet Green links remanufacturing to US manufacturing strategy California remanufacturer argues cartridge reuse should form part of America's wider efforts to strengthen domestic manufacturing, supply-chain resilience and resource efficiency. The Recycler (imaging consumables recycling) · 16 Jun 2026 Industry news NTT bets on circular metals NTT and Mitsubishi Materials plan to establish a joint venture to expand the use of recycled metals from discarded IT equipment and telecoms infrastructure, as Japan intensifies efforts to secure domestic supplies of critical resources. The Recycler (imaging consumables recycling) · 16 Jun 2026 Industry news Analysis: Energy-efficient air conditioning could save Indian homes 69bn rupees a year More energy-efficient air-conditioning units could, together, save Indian households ₹69bn ($724m) a year, according to... Carbon Brief · 16 Jun 2026 Industry news Aluminum packaging producers must sell the material’s sustainability, says GlobalData A significant number of consumers globally do not see aluminum/metal packaging as highly sustainable, highlighting the need for aluminum packaging producers to promote the material’s sustainability, says GlobalData. Packaging News (UK) · 16 Jun 2026 Industry news The ocean has protections on paper, it needs them in the water Despite encouraging growth in marine protected area coverage, the global effort to safeguard the ocean still faces a critical shortfall. Not in ambition, but in the people, skills, funding and systems needed to turn conservation promises into lasting protection, according to a new report. The report, titled ‘Closing the Implementation Gap: Capacity Development for Effective […] Environment Journal · 16 Jun 2026 Industry news NZ study backs regulated textile stewardship New research finds a national product stewardship scheme could deliver more than $600 million in net economic benefits by 2038 […] Ecotextile News · 16 Jun 2026 Industry news BAE Systems commits over £43m to back European defence tech startups BAE Systems has committed €50m (£43.2m) to VC funds focused on backing European defence tech startups. A sum of €25m (£21.6m) will be invested into two funds headed up by Expeditions and Lakestar, who are both working to help shape the future of European defence innovation by backing founders and technologies aiming to deliver next […] UKTN (UK Tech News) · 16 Jun 2026 Industry news James Cropper unveils ‘The Colours of Manchester’ at The Independent Paper Show Master papermaker James Cropper has unveiled ‘The Colours of Manchester’ at the inaugural Manchester edition of The Independent Paper Show 2026, transforming the city’s architecture, atmosphere and cultural identity into a living paper palette shaped by place, memory and observation. Packaging News (UK) · 16 Jun 2026 Industry news Electric vehicle transition: councils need clear, equitable, national roadmap What practical realities face local authorities trying to improve and expand EV infrastructure? We take a closer look at street-level challenges. The transition to electric vehicles is one of the most significant changes facing the transport sector. It is central to achieving the UK’s net zero ambitions and reducing emissions from one of the country’s […] Environment Journal · 16 Jun 2026 Industry news KMP wins ‘Collector of the Year’ award KMP AG has been named “Collector of the Year 2026” at The Recycler Awards, in recognition of its work with the Save Resources recycling and take-back system. The Recycler (imaging consumables recycling) · 16 Jun 2026 Industry news Epson settles another projector brightness lawsuit Epson announced it has reached a settlement with Vizony for a lawsuit highlighting deceptive advertising practices surrounding the company’s Vizony RD830 projector model. The Recycler (imaging consumables recycling) · 16 Jun 2026 Industry news Cooper gains all-season, winter lines With Dunlop now under new ownership, The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company is making progress with the ‘Cooperisation’ of the range it previously offered under the famous brand name. The tyre maker has presented the latest additions to the Cooper portfolio, including car and van tyres for the all-season and winter segments. Tyrepress · 16 Jun 2026 Industry news Hybrid supercapacitors solution to the power/energy tradeoff In this article, Frank Lev shares his experience with supercapacitors, focusing on lithium-type hybrid supercapacitors (HSC). Many leading supercapacitor manufacturers have developed and commercialised HSCs, which are increasingly used in applications traditionally reserved for batteries or conventional capacitors. It is worth mentioning that the HSCs are not hybrid systems combining batteries … BEST Magazine (Batteries & Energy Storage Technology) · 16 Jun 2026 Industry news Aetna Group brings paper-based pallet wrapping to Mondi site Aetna Group brand Robopac has installed an advanced automatic station for wrapping pallets with paper reels at the Mondi Lembacel plant located in Bétheniville, France. Packaging News (UK) · 16 Jun 2026 Industry news Arctic Ocean reaches tipping point that could be dire for marine life Disappearing sea ice is letting more sunlight in the Arctic Ocean and boosting phytoplankton growth, but this has depleted a crucial nutrient, which could severely affect animals higher up the food chain New Scientist — Environment · 16 Jun 2026 Industry news Coca-Cola announced as headline partner for Special Olympics GB Coca-Cola was selected as the headline partner of the Special Olympics Great Britain (GB) 2026 National Summer Games, which is a collaboration that is designed to spotlight athletes with intellectual… Grocery Gazette · 16 Jun 2026 Industry news Auto Recycling Intelligence: ATF Professional’s Biggest Conference Yet ATF Professional’s biggest conference yet brought a sold-out audience to the British Motor Museum for a full day of insight on the future of vehicle recycling, including EV batteries, AI, circularity, insurance, waste crime, OEM strategy and global market change. Auto Recycling World · 16 Jun 2026 Industry news What politics can learn from a growth CEO’s playbook Those who cannot remember the past are condemned to repeat it,” philosopher George Santayana said. Hubris or a desire for quick solutions often sees leaders repeat past mistakes. No matter who holds the Prime Ministerial baton in future, the principles that guide them and the things they do in the ‘honeymoon’ of their tenure will […] UKTN (UK Tech News) · 16 Jun 2026 Industry news Coveris expands with acquisition of flexible plastics business Packaging manufacturer Coveris has announced the acquisition of the business and assets of GEFO Folienbetrieb GmbH, a German producer of cast polypropylene (CPP) films. Based in Gera, Germany, GEFO is a manufacturer of CPP films, with the acquisition enabling Coveris to expand its capabilities in speciality CPP applications and respond to increasing customer demand for … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 16 Jun 2026 Industry news Auto Recycling Intelligence: ATF Professional’s Biggest Conference Yet ATF Professional’s Vehicle Recycling Conference 2026 brought a capacity crowd to Gaydon for a landmark day of discussion on Auto Recycling Intelligence, from AI and EV battery economics to circularity, waste crime and global industry change. ATF Professional · 16 Jun 2026 Industry news Fresh uncertainty over Thames Water rescue as ministers raise concerns about rescue deal Fresh uncertainty has emerged over the future of Thames Water after Environment Secretary Emma Reynolds raised serious concerns about the company’s proposed rescue deal. Reynolds has written to regulator Ofwat […] Water Magazine · 16 Jun 2026 Industry news Two promoted within Double Coin’s USA business Double Coin Tyre Group’s North American subsidiary, CMA, LLC, has made new appointments. It has named Patrick Etheridge its Director of OEM/Truck Stop Sales and Jose Pfirrmann Director of Sales for Region 1. Tyrepress · 16 Jun 2026 Industry news Auto Recycling: illegal channels and communication Regulation alone cannot stop illegal end-of-life vehicle channels. Vanessa Montagne of Recycler Mon Véhicule explains why is becoming a strategic lever, helping vehicle holders understand their responsibilities, avoid informal operators and choose authorised ELV treatment routes. Auto Recycling World · 16 Jun 2026 Industry news Oxfam urges shift on grievance systems Oxfam’s new Briefing for Business urges brands to replace box‑ticking grievance tools with worker‑centred systems WASHINGTON DC — Oxfam America […] Ecotextile News · 16 Jun 2026 Industry news Disney Store to launch two new Selfridges locations Disney Store is opening two new retail destinations inside Selfridges Birmingham and Selfridges Manchester Trafford stores. Retail Gazette · 16 Jun 2026 Industry news Debenhams confirms 35% jump in earnings as ‘all brands profitable’ Debenhams Group has recorded £53.3 million in adjusted earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization (EBITDA). This is up 35 per cent year-on-year following two trading upgrades. The firm has also highlighted that every brand is “profitable on some basis”. The group published its financial results for the year ending February 28 2026. It reported... Retail Gazette · 16 Jun 2026 Industry news Ellis Brigham reduces WISMO enquires by 14% Outdoor clothing and activewear retailer Ellis Brigham has worked to improve its omni-channel delivery operations and post-purchase experiences, cutting Where is My Order (WISMO) complaints by 14 per cent. The mountain sports brand operates a network of 15 stores across the UK, as well as its growing online channel. It aims to supply outdoor enthusiasts with high-quality... Retail Gazette · 16 Jun 2026 Industry news New Tunisia factory adds global capacity for luxury packaging specialist LUXURY packaging specialist Pusterla 1880 has opened a second plant in Tunisia in a move described as adding capacity and flexibility across its UK and global network. The £4 million investment in Pusterla 1880 Tunisie, with a further £3 million planned for future expansion, enhances the firm’s capabilities in supporting global beauty, fragrance, premium drinks […] Packaging Scotland · 16 Jun 2026