Recycling news: 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 Industry news New research reveals refill packaging now ‘well established’ across personal care products AMCOR has marked World Refill Day by undertaking consumer research into attitudes towards refill packaging in the personal care sector across Europe. Drawing on insights from 2,749 consumers surveyed across six European countries, including the UK, the research reveals that refill packaging is now well established across personal care categories, including shower and bath products, […] Packaging Scotland · 16 Jun 2026 Industry news Aviloo expands EV battery warranty across Europe Battery diagnostics specialist Aviloo is extending its independently underwritten battery warranty for used electric vehicles to eight additional European markets, including the UK, Germany and the Netherlands. The Austrian company said the warranty will come into effect in July in the UK, Germany, the Netherlands, Finland, Austria, Belgium, Ireland and Switzerland, following earlier launches in… BEST Magazine (Batteries & Energy Storage Technology) · 16 Jun 2026 Industry news Rare butterflies receive boost as Cotswolds nature reserves connect The post Rare butterflies receive boost as Cotswolds nature reserves connect appeared first on Grundon . Grundon Waste Management · 16 Jun 2026 Industry news The FIFA World Cup 26™ Can Hunt - Coca-Cola Coca-Cola Great Britain media center · 16 Jun 2026 Industry news Paranova creates new luxury craft labels for The Fruit Pig Company Packaging manufacturer, Paranova Print and Packaging, has partnered with artisan producer, The Fruit Pig Company, to deliver a distinctive new labelling solution for its premium black pudding range. Packaging News (UK) · 16 Jun 2026 Industry news Global Car Recycling Day: Industry must prepare for ‘Customer of the Future’, says Silverlake Silverlake Automotive Recycling says incoming ELV regulation, EV growth and circular manufacturing will reshape the UK recycling sector, creating opportunities for professional ATFs that invest in skills, systems, traceability and customer confidence. ATF Professional · 16 Jun 2026 Industry news Aldi to launch 16 new UK stores with £370 million investment Aldi is opening 16 new stores over the coming months as part of its continued investment in expanding its footprint across the UK. Retail Gazette · 16 Jun 2026 Industry news If we don’t embrace AI, we’ll be embraced by it – Ian Murray, Digital Minister This week’s podcast guest is Ian Murray, MP and Minister of State at the Department of Culture, Media and Sport and the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology discusses the challenges that lie ahead in implementing AI both in government and wider society. He explains why some projects were abandoned and how government procurement is […] UKTN (UK Tech News) · 16 Jun 2026 Industry news Edikted and Shaftesbury Capital: Brand identity is perfect for Carnaby Street Edikted is the new kid in town, having opened on Carnaby Street earlier this year. The new flagship spans 4,800 square feet and offers a range of street-style and runway inspired womenswear and accessories. Catherine Riccomini, director of marketing and communications at Shaftesbury Capital and Kiko Sunata, senior director of PR and partnerships at Edikted,... Retail Gazette · 16 Jun 2026 Industry news ABB Launches Grinding Connect to Accelerate Digitalisation of Gearless Mill Drives ABB today announced the launch of Grinding Connect, a new digital service suite for mining companies operating gearless mill drive (GMD) systems. Available globally, the new suite is designed to improve visibility across critical grinding assets, reducing unplanned equipment downtime and supporting more efficient maintenance planning at a time when mines face growing pressure to maintain throug… MEM Magazine (Manufacturing & Engineering) · 16 Jun 2026 Industry news British Glass celebrates Dave Dalton MBE in King’s Birthday Honours British Glass celebrates Dave Dalton MBE in King’s Birthday Honours RachaelBridgland Tue, 16/06/2026 - 09:57 British Glass · 16 Jun 2026 Industry news Passive smoking may increase carcinogenic cadmium levels in blood Adults exposed to secondhand cigarette smoke may be carrying significantly higher levels of the toxic metal cadmium in their bodies, according to new research. The study found that adults with heavy exposure to secondhand smoke had about 1.5 times more cadmium in their blood than people living in smoke-free environments. Active smokers had more than […] Air Quality News · 16 Jun 2026 Industry news BSIF Exposes Dangerous PPE A leading safety industry body has released a hard-hitting exposé revealing that several products marketed online as “safety shoes” are failing to meet basic protective standards, potentially leaving workers at risk of severe injury. Following the publication of the BSIF white paper, Combatting Substandard PPE in the UK, the federation is now releasing a series of striking social media videos. … MEM Magazine (Manufacturing & Engineering) · 16 Jun 2026 Industry news SICK’s Digital Solutions Portfolio Provides Real Time Tracking for Logistics SICK is expanding its range of digital solutions for the logistics industry with Coriva, a real-time localisation system (RTLS) for industrial applications that determines the exact position of assets such as vehicles, workpieces, materials. The sensor intelligence specialist has a wide portfolio of reliable, high-performance integrated digital technology designed to reduce errors, enhance safe… MEM Magazine (Manufacturing & Engineering) · 16 Jun 2026 Industry news EU backs Covestro push for bio-based aniline Project aims to scale a continuous process for producing bio‑based aniline to cut the carbon footprint of polyurethane foams LEVERKUSEN […] Ecotextile News · 16 Jun 2026 Industry news Ritter Sport appoints brand manager for trade & shopper impact Ritter Sport UK has appointed Natalie Marshall as the new brand manager for trade & shopper impact to strengthen its leadership team as the business continues its UK growth strategy.… Grocery Gazette · 16 Jun 2026 Industry news Two waste site fires see crews deployed across England Two separate fires at waste and recycling facilities have seen fire crews deployed to incidents in Staffordshire and Wiltshire over the past 24 hours. Firefighters remain at the scene of a large blaze at scrap metal business Moores Metals in Stoke-on-Trent after being called to the site in the early hours of this morning (16 … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 16 Jun 2026 Industry news Aldi set to open 16 new stores as UK footprint expands Aldi has announced plans to open 16 new stores within the next coming months as part of a wider investment in expanding its retail footprint across the UK. The move… Grocery Gazette · 16 Jun 2026 Industry news Battery mixing technologies: evolution, not revolution James Snodgrass looks at some of the latest mixers used in battery manufacture, listed by mixing type, and shares the latest news from mixer manufacturers. Battery manufacturing may be scaling at pace, but the same cannot be said for entirely new mixing equipment – for good reason. Battery-specific mixing equipment is a rarity, the same… BEST Magazine (Batteries & Energy Storage Technology) · 16 Jun 2026 Industry news The UK Food & Drink Shows – What an Event! For three amazing days, tens of thousands of visitors came together from across the UK food and drink sector to build new business relationships, be inspired by industry experts and sample the latest products. From Monday 13 to Wednesday 15 April, the NEC Birmingham became home to The UK Food & Drink Shows – the annual event that shines a spotlight on the grocery, hospitality, specialist retail… MEM Magazine (Manufacturing & Engineering) · 16 Jun 2026 Industry news New Trace Metal Certification Launched for AnalytiChem’s DigiTUBE Digestion Tubes AnalytiChem, manufacturer of specialised laboratory equipment, reagents and consumables, has launched a Trace Metal Certification for its polypropylene DigiTUBE ™ disposable digestion tubes, complementing its existing Volume Certification. AnalytiChem’s high quality DigiTUBE portfolio is supported by high-quality certificates produced in ISO 17025-certified laboratories, providing confidence in… MEM Magazine (Manufacturing & Engineering) · 16 Jun 2026 Industry news Aldi Scotland extends pork supply deal with Browns Food Group Aldi Scotland has extended its Scottish pork supply partnership with Browns Food Group for a further three years. The deal covers fresh primary Scottish pork across all 113 Aldi stores… Grocery Gazette · 16 Jun 2026 Industry news Lime launches ride pass to mobilise World Cup crowds As thousands of soccer descend on cities across North America this summer, transportation networks are expected to face a familiar challenge: handling large crowds without bringing urban mobility to a standstill. Micromobility company Lime is betting that shared electric bikes and scooters can help ease some of that pressure. The company has introduced a temporary […] Air Quality News · 16 Jun 2026 Industry news UK Government gives no firm date for delayed Circular Economy Growth Plan The UK government has said it intends to publish its delayed Circular Economy Growth Plan “soon”, but has not given a firm publication date. In a written parliamentary answer published on 15 June, Defra minister Mary Creagh said the government remains “committed to transitioning towards a circular economy where resources are kept in use […] Circular Online (CIWM) · 16 Jun 2026 Industry news Resource Futures partners with ISWA World Congress 2026 Resource Futures has partnered with the ISWA World Congress 2026 as its Innovation Partner as the event returns to the UK for the first time in 30 years. Resource Futures · 16 Jun 2026 Industry news Bio-based materials risk being overlooked in circular economy policy, EMF warns Circular economy policies are failing to make full use of bio-based materials such as timber, cotton, rubber, leather and natural fibres, according to a new report from the Ellen MacArthur Foundation. The foundation said many national circular economy strategies focus on finite materials, while treating bio-based materials mainly as substitutes for fossil-based or […] Circular Online (CIWM) · 16 Jun 2026 Industry news Whitehouse New EDM Partnership with Mitsubishi Electric After several weeks of preparation, Whitehouse Machine Tools announce a new EDM partnership with Mitsubishi Electric. More than 50 years ago, Mitsubishi Electric introduced its first electrical discharge machining (EDM) system. Since then, decades of engineering expertise, continuous innovation, and intensive research and development have enabled the company to remain at the forefront of EDM te… MEM Magazine (Manufacturing & Engineering) · 16 Jun 2026 Industry news Data: Convenience and grocery remain top targets for theft Convenience stores and supermarkets are where most shoppers have witnessed incidents of theft, averaging five instances in the past 12 months, according to a new research. A survey of 1,000… Grocery Gazette · 16 Jun 2026 Industry news UK risks losing critical aluminium scrap to overseas markets, Make UK warns The UK could face a shortage of recycled aluminium needed for key industries unless it rapidly expands domestic collection, sorting and processing capacity, Make UK has warned. Circular Online (CIWM) · 16 Jun 2026 Industry news ACS: 48% of retailers unaware of DRS ahead of 2027 launch Almost half (48%) of convenience retailers are not aware of the upcoming Deposit Return Scheme (DRS), according to new research from the Association of Convenience Stores (ACS). The association has launched a DRS resource hub, bringing together a range of guidance and practical information to support retailers ahead of the scheme coming into force in … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 16 Jun 2026 Industry news Three mentorship schemes that help youth develop skills These initiatives are empowering young people to discover their potential and shape their futures Positive News · 16 Jun 2026 Industry news Undo raises £27.6m to boost software issue diagnosis by AI agents Undo has closed a $37m (£27.6m) funding round led by Elsewhere Partners to accelerate its development efforts and expand global market reach. Cambridge-based Undo allows coding agents to solve complex problems on codebases, enabling fully automated root-cause analysis across development, test and production. The startup gives AI agents the runtime context needed to reliably diagnose […] The pos… UKTN (UK Tech News) · 16 Jun 2026 Industry news CMA clears Kingsmill owner’s Hovis takeover as bakery sector strain deepens The Competition and Markets Authority has cleared Associated British Foods’ deal to buy Hovis after finding the UK bakery sector is under significant structural pressure. ABF, which owns Kingsmill through… Grocery Gazette · 16 Jun 2026 Industry news Boots impersonated in phishing scam targeting nearly 9m shoppers Boots has reportedly been impersonated in a large-scale phishing campaign that targeted nearly nine million email inboxes, according to cybersecurity firm Huntress. The scam promised shoppers a free Boots beauty sample pack in exchange for completing a short customer satisfaction survey. Victims who clicked through were taken to a realistic-looking fake Boots storefront, where they... Retail Gazette · 16 Jun 2026 Industry news Lily’s Kitchen CEO on milestone £100m sales Natural pet food company Lily’s Kitchen has celebrated hitting sales of more than £100 million for the first time, crediting its ecommerce offering, supermarket partnerships and B Corp score. Giorgio… Grocery Gazette · 16 Jun 2026 Industry news Parcel wars: Evri nabs InPost veteran Steve Kelly to lead returns Evri has appointed Steve Kelly as its new head of returns, as the delivery firm continues to expand its parcel drop-off and locker network across the UK. Kelly joins from InPost UK, where he served as operations director. He has also held roles at Menzies Distribution, Hermes and Amazon UK. Announcing the move on LinkedIn,... Retail Gazette · 16 Jun 2026 Industry news Sainsbury’s kicks off search for new chair as Martin Scicluna nears exit Sainsbury’s has reportedly begun the search for a new chair, with Martin Scicluna expected to step down after more than six years in the role. The supermarket giant has instructed headhunters to identify a successor to Scicluna, who has chaired the business since spring 2019. Scicluna is expected to remain in post until a replacement... Retail Gazette · 16 Jun 2026 Industry news Aldi to cut prosecco prices every time England advance at World Cup Aldi is cutting the price of its prosecco every time England progress through the World Cup. The supermarket said its Specially Selected Prosecco will fall from £7.99 to £6.99 if… Grocery Gazette · 16 Jun 2026