Recycling news: 2026

Industry news China Briefing 11 June 2026: Tech clampdown | Extreme weather | Provinces’ energy plans Welcome to Carbon Brief’s China Briefing. China Briefing handpicks and explains the most important climate... Carbon Brief · 11 Jun 2026 Industry news In need of repair The Food Foundation’s annual ‘Broken Plate’ report rarely makes for comforting reading, but this year’s snapshot of the health of the UK food system may be the most dispiriting yet. Footprint Media (foodservice sustainability) · 11 Jun 2026 Industry news Interview: Tom Holland’s BERO is betting on a new generation of drinkers – and Britain is leading the way When John Herman left a senior role at one of America's fastest-growing energy drink companies, he wasn't looking to build another beverage brand. Yet less than two years later, he finds himself at the helm of one of the most closely watched names in the rapidly expanding non-alcoholic drinks market. Retail Gazette · 11 Jun 2026 Industry news Luxury labels add to premium feel of artisan black pudding range PARANOVA Print and Packaging has collaborated with The Fruit Pig Company to deliver a new labelling solution for its premium black pudding range. The project involved a move away from a traditional twin-label format to a single, signature design. The new self-adhesive labels combine several specialist finishing techniques, including foiling, varnishing and tactile detailing, in […] Packaging Scotland · 11 Jun 2026 Industry news Positive Response: compact filler investment pays off for health drinks innovator HEALTH drinks manufacturer Jinger Drinks has reportedly increased production and improved efficiency with the help of Adelphi’s Response Benchtop Filler. Since installing the compact filler last September, the Manchester-based firm has been able to fill containers from 4ml to 1l at a speed of up to 40 containers per minute. Previously, three employees were needed […] Packaging Scotland · 11 Jun 2026 Industry news Hempel Special Metals Strengthens Aerospace Commercial Team with Senior Appointments Hempel Special Metals has strengthened its leadership team with the appointments of Paul Brock as Director of Group Aerospace and Felipe Augusto as the UK’s Head of Commercial Development. The appointments support the company’s continued growth across aerospace and other regulated industries, reinforcing both sector leadership and commercial capability as Hempel expands its global service-centr… MEM Magazine (Manufacturing & Engineering) · 11 Jun 2026 Industry news Opinion: As another retail giant is hacked what can the sector do to better protect itself from cybercriminals? The last few months have highlighted the threat that the retail sector is facing from cybercriminals. It has been actively targeted with some of the largest brands being impacted. Marks and Spencer, Co-op, Harrods and most recently, Inditex, owner of Zara. Retail Gazette · 11 Jun 2026 Industry news The UK leads the world in AI scepticism The UK can be considered a global leader in many aspects of artificial intelligence, from research, to startups to investments, but for all the successes of the British AI sector, the public remains among the most sceptical in the world about the future of the technology. For many leaders in the global AI sector, the […] UKTN (UK Tech News) · 11 Jun 2026 Industry news PPWR timeline: the key dates to know The European Organisation for Packaging and the Environment (Europen) has published a timeline of the EU’s Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation requirements, including when they come into force, details of the Articles and recommendations for further guidance on provisions. We’ve taken a deep dive into the main points of the ... Packaging Europe · 11 Jun 2026 Industry news Build Your Future in Space as Lockheed Martin UK Unveils Space Jobs The opportunity to be part of the fast-growing space industry is now on offer, with Lockheed Martin UK unveiling a range of exciting new job opportunities across the country. The global defence giant has committed to building the space economy in the UK, with a long-term goal of creating as many as 2000 new, highly skilled jobs. And as part of that commitment Lockheed Martin has announced its f… MEM Magazine (Manufacturing & Engineering) · 11 Jun 2026 Industry news 80 years of resilience, adaptation, and tyre industry journalism Back in June 1946, when Britain was picking itself up in the shadow of World War II, Frederick Carter did something quietly remarkable. With rationing still biting and the country hungry for renewal, he brought out the very first edition of Tyres & Accessories magazine. You can find a celebratory facsimile of that first copy inserted into this 80th anniversary special issue. Tyrepress · 11 Jun 2026 Industry news Johanns backs Avalo ‘farmer first’ push Former US agriculture secretary Mike Johanns joins agtech start-up Avalo to support AI-bred, low-carbon cotton DURHAM — Former US Secretary […] Ecotextile News · 11 Jun 2026 Industry news Berlin Packaging expands UK presence with BlueSky acquisition BERLIN Packaging has completed the acquisition of BlueSky, a UK-based company that specialises in packaging solutions for the pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, beauty, personal care, home care, and beverage markets. Headquartered in Grimsby, BlueSky is a family-owned supplier of plastic, metal, and glass packaging solutions, including containers, closures, and dispensing systems. The company serve… Packaging Scotland · 11 Jun 2026 Industry news Who Is Responsible for Packaging Compliance Under PPWR? The post Who Is Responsible for Packaging Compliance Under PPWR? appeared first on Clarity . Clarity Environmental · 11 Jun 2026 Industry news Dry electrode coating and LFP: the future of low-cost electric vehicle batteries The car industry is constantly striving to improve the performance and features of vehicles, while reducing costs. The industry must look beyond raw materials towards transformation of battery manufacturing to reduce cost – combining lithium iron phosphate (LFP) cathode active material with dry electrode coating will deliver the greatest benefits, explains Rory McNulty, Senior Technology and… BEST Magazine (Batteries & Energy Storage Technology) · 11 Jun 2026 Industry news Lululemon backs renewable energy in China Canadian brand invests in renewable energy fund to cover 100% of electricity demand for its supplier facilities in China by […] Ecotextile News · 11 Jun 2026 Industry news Exchange For Change expands retailer DRS return point exemptions More retailers will now be exempt from hosting a DRS return point, the scheme administrator Exchange for Change has announced. Circular Online (CIWM) · 11 Jun 2026 Industry news Former head of the Civil Service joins British AI startup Electric Twin, an AI startup building synthetic audiences to model human thought, has appointed former cabinet secretary and crossbench peer Simon Case. Case, who served as cabinet secretary and head of the Civil Service from 2020 to 2024 under four different prime ministers, will join the company in one of his first major roles since […] UKTN (UK Tech News) · 11 Jun 2026 Industry news Ocado launches new campaign fronted by Harry Redknapp ​Ocado Retail has unveiled its summer campaign which stars football manager Harry Redknapp as Ocado’s new ‘Half Time Delivery’ manager. Titled ‘Half Time Deliveries’, the marketing drive was devised by creative agency Mischief and produced by Black Shark. As part of the campaign, Ocado’s consumers will get the chance to receive a free football inspired... Retail Gazette · 11 Jun 2026 Industry news It’s time to shore up the lead battery supply chain As Daramic steps out as an independent entity in its own right, James Snodgrass talks to CEO Chad Schuchmann about its lead battery focused future.There is a little bit of untangling to do if one is to explain how and why Daramic is now an independent entity. Polypore was Asahi Kasei’s microporous membrane and battery… BEST Magazine (Batteries & Energy Storage Technology) · 11 Jun 2026 Industry news London schools rewarded for cutting car use and improving air quality 18 London schools have been celebrated by Transport for London for their work to boost active travel and improve air quality, as the city continues to grapple with illegal levels of pollution near school gates. The TfL Travel for Life awards, hosted by London’s Walking and Cycling Commissioner Will Norman, recognised schools that have successfully […] Air Quality News · 11 Jun 2026 Industry news Quiz Clothing shutters more stores Quiz Clothing is expected to shut a further series of shops this weekend, following an additional six closures. Retail Gazette · 11 Jun 2026 Industry news Fresh Produce Consortium warns UK–EU SPS deal could add £300m in fresh produce costs The Fresh Produce Consortium has warned that the government’s UK–EU SPS agreement could place more than £300m in additional costs on Britain’s fresh produce sector. FPC chief executive Nigel Jenney… Grocery Gazette · 11 Jun 2026 Industry news REA Announces Winners of the British Renewable Energy Awards 2026 REA (Association for Renewable Energy and Clean Technology) · 11 Jun 2026 Industry news REA Announces Winners of the British Renewable Energy Awards 2026 REA (Association for Renewable Energy and Clean Technology) · 11 Jun 2026 Industry news Packaging EPR Data Accuracy in the UK Packaging EPR Data Accuracy in the UK: How Producers Can Avoid Compliance Risks and Reduce pEPR Costs is becoming a critical issue as enforcement activity increases. Der Beitrag Packaging EPR Data Accuracy in the UK erschien zuerst auf United Kingdom (EN) . ERP UK (European Recycling Platform) · 11 Jun 2026 Industry news SBTi launches long-awaited net-zero overhaul Science Based Targets initiative publishes its most comprehensive corporate climate standard yet, after two years of controversy LONDON — After […] Ecotextile News · 11 Jun 2026 Industry news Tramlines Ventures assembles senior leadership team Tramlines, the newly-launched investor, advisor and venture platform focused on industrialising artificial intelligence, has assembled a senior leadership team drawn from banking, Big Four consulting and global technology. The leadership build coincides with Tramlines completing the first close of its £10m early-stage fund backed by a mix of family offices, exited founders and experienced priva… UKTN (UK Tech News) · 11 Jun 2026 Industry news INTERVIEW: From consultancy to £20m operator – Plan B’s rapid rise in municipal waste From a small consultancy business to a £20 million multi-service operator, letsrecycle.com spoke to Plan B Management Solutions about growth, infrastructure and finding its feet in the municipal waste sector. When Plan B Management Solutions officially opened its first Materials Recovery Facility (MRF) in Cardiff earlier this year, the launch marked a significant milestone for … Read More The p… letsrecycle.com News · 11 Jun 2026 Industry news Europa: Facilitating FUNKIN Growth Value added 3PL and palletised storage company, Europa Warehouse, works to facilitate the business expansion targets of cocktail retail brand, FUNKIN Cocktails (FUNKIN), with stronger inventory management and daily stock processes. FUNKIN overview FUNKIN, a well-established brand name in the food and drink sector, has become the first cocktail company in the UK to be granted B CORP certificatio… MEM Magazine (Manufacturing & Engineering) · 11 Jun 2026 Industry news Watt Communities Want: Six Insights into UK Public Opinion on Energy REA (Association for Renewable Energy and Clean Technology) · 11 Jun 2026 Industry news Watt Communities Want: Six Insights into UK Public Opinion on Energy REA (Association for Renewable Energy and Clean Technology) · 11 Jun 2026 Industry news Bakers Basco and Allied Bakeries warn of £2.5m bakery equipment theft crisis Bakers Basco and Allied Bakeries this week appeared on ITV’s Good Morning Britain to raise awareness of bakery delivery equipment theft and its impact on the UK food supply chain.… Grocery Gazette · 11 Jun 2026 Industry news Toxins found in wild bird eggs decades after pesticide bans Long after some of the world’s most notorious pesticides were banned, traces of them are still being found in the eggs of wild birds. A decade-long study of bird eggs collected across Spain has revealed that birds of prey and other species are being exposed to a complex mixture of environmental contaminants, including chemicals that […] Air Quality News · 11 Jun 2026 Industry news Primark launches fifth store in Romania Primark has launched its fifth shop in Romania, with the site representing its first in the south-west region. Retail Gazette · 11 Jun 2026 Industry news AI agents, weight-loss drugs and the recommerce boom: Shoptalk’s predictions for the next decade of European retail Shoptalk Europe today unveiled five predictions for the next decade of European retail at its 2026 Barcelona event, forecasting that AI shopping agents, weight-loss drugs, the recommerce boom, personalisation of physical stores and a transformation in supply chain planning will fundamentally reshape the industry by 2036. Adam Plom, VP of content at Shoptalk Europe said,... Retail Gazette · 11 Jun 2026 Industry news French recycler slashes textile collections French social enterprise Le Relais will cut 15,000 tonnes of textile collections, close 4,300 clothing banks and axe 60 jobs […] Ecotextile News · 11 Jun 2026 Industry news Organics recycler submits plans for 45k tonne Eco Park expansion Eco Sustainable Solutions has submitted plans to expand its Chapel Gate Eco Park, with proposals to increase residual waste capacity by 45,000 tonnes a year. The waste and recycling company has lodged a planning application with Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole (BCP) Council seeking approval for a series of upgrades at its 15.8-hectare Chapel Gate Eco … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 11 Jun 2026 Industry news Holland & Barrett named as Capital Breakfast’s new sponsor Holland & Barrett has been named as the headline sponsor of Capital Breakfast with Jordan North, Chris Stark and Siân Welb, the first new sponsor the radio show has had in nine years. To mark the start of the new partnership, Capital Breakfast listeners will be able to win a trip to Ibiza. Included in... Retail Gazette · 11 Jun 2026 Industry news BCMPA member wins new business with Colorado distiller The BCMPA, the Association for Contract Manufacturing, Packing, Fulfilment & Logistics, has seen one of its members secure new international business following an Association-supported trade visit to the United States. Packaging News (UK) · 11 Jun 2026