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Industry news H&M unveils new campaign for Solar Club collaboration H&M MOVE and H&M Home unveiled a new campaign for its collaboration with with Solar Club, a French creative community. It was shot in Marseille region of France shows offline moments such as swimming in the sea and meals at sunset. The lifestyle collection was inspired by “movement and connection” and features swimwear, running wear,... Retail Gazette · 8 Jun 2026 Industry news Inside Boots beauty-only concept store in Bristol As the UK's number one beauty destination, it's no secret that beauty forms a key pillar of Boots' retail operations. Retail Gazette · 8 Jun 2026 Industry news Share and Repair Network Stories – South Seeds Regeneration Project The Share & Repair Network is delighted to share vital stories from our network, celebrating the work they do promoting sharing and repairing, tackling overconsumption and waste, mitigating climate change, and helping their communities thrive. This month's spotlight is on South Seeds, a community organisation based in the South Central area of Glasgow. South [...] Circular Communities Scotland · 8 Jun 2026 Industry news Miniso COO on its ‘bigger and better’ Brent Cross store Variety retailer Miniso relocated to a “bigger and better” store in London’s Brent Cross Shopping Centre back in May. Retail Gazette · 8 Jun 2026 Industry news ALDI’S SELL OUT £5 SCHOOL UNIFORM BUNDLE RETURNS WITH EVERYDAY ESSENTIALS FOR LESS Getting ready for the new school year just got easier and more affordable as Aldi’s popular Back to School range returns to stores on 28th June. From classroom must-haves to fun accessories, the range has everything kids need to get ready for September without breaking the bank – including Aldi’s bundle for just £5.Shoppers better […] Aldi UK Press Centre · 8 Jun 2026 Industry news Sharp launches Synappx Manage in Europe Sharp Europe announced the launch of its new cloud-based real-time device management platform, Synappx Manage. The Recycler (imaging consumables recycling) · 8 Jun 2026 Industry news 5 retailers boosting their investment in travel retail It's been over a year since high street stalwart WHSmith agreed to sell its UK high street business to Modella Capital to focus solely on its fast-growing travel retail division. Retail Gazette · 8 Jun 2026 Industry news MP visits Xampla to witness plant polymer materials innovation MP Daniel Zeichner has backed calls to ramp up support for British businesses leading the fight against plastic pollution, during a visit to Xampla’s facilities to see how the firm’s natural plant polymer technology is scaling. Based on 15 years of research at the University of Cambridge, Xampla’s Morro materials bring ‘world-first’ technology to market […] Packaging Scotland · 8 Jun 2026 Industry news AMD commits £2bn for AI innovation and research in the UK AMD is to invest up to £2bn over the next five years in the UK to accelerate AI innovation and research and expand access to the compute resources needed for long-term economic growth and scientific leadership. Speaking at London Tech Week, AMD’s chair and CEO Dr. Lisa Su outlined a series of investments and strategic […] UKTN (UK Tech News) · 8 Jun 2026 Industry news Epson launches EcoTank ET‑2920 and ET‑4900 in Australia Epson highlighted the growing importance of cartridge free printing in the small office and home office (SOHO) segment, launching the EcoTank ET 2920 and EcoTank ET 4900 as compelling alternatives to entry level laser and traditional cartridge based printers. The Recycler (imaging consumables recycling) · 8 Jun 2026 Industry news Bangladesh study puts focus on factory supervisors A new study argues that brands and factory owners should move supervisor training from the CSR sidelines into core management […] Ecotextile News · 8 Jun 2026 Industry news Prinx launches new social media channels, establishes TikTok presence Prinx has launched a new set of official social media channels as part of a refreshed digital communications strategy. The tyre manufacturer, which is targeting growth for its flagship brand with a multi-segment offer, said it wants to strengthen engagement with customers, partners, media and industry professionals. It has replaced its previous LinkedIn, Instagram and Facebook accounts with new… Tyrepress · 8 Jun 2026 Industry news EU eyes new rules to curb reliance on Chinese suppliers The European Commission is considering new legislation that could require companies operating in sensitive sectors to reduce their dependence on single suppliers and instead source critical materials from at least three providers. Retail Gazette · 8 Jun 2026 Industry news London Packaging Week to feature renewed focus on discovery WITH 100 days to go until London Packaging Week 2026 opens its doors, organisers have revealed that this year’s event will feature a renewed focus on discovery. The exhibition, which takes place at Excel London on 16 & 17 September, will introduce a series of new features and experiences designed to help brands, designers and retailers […] Packaging Scotland · 8 Jun 2026 Industry news SMEs demand drives premium tech sales surge Reseller channels continue to outperform retail as SMEs prioritise performance, security and productivity over price. The Recycler (imaging consumables recycling) · 8 Jun 2026 Industry news MEMBER PRESS RELEASE – The AI platform modernising Britain’s biogas industry wins £1 million Manchester Prize MEMBER PRESS RELEASE – The AI platform modernising Britain’s biogas industry wins £1 million Manchester Prize ADBA member BiofuelAi wins £1 million Manchester Prize for AI-powered technology that could reduce UK carbon emissions by 293,000 tonnes annually—the equivalent of avoiding emissions from heating more than 133,000 homes with natural gas. The UK’s flagship award for… ADBA (Anaerobic Digestion & Bioresources Association) · 8 Jun 2026 Industry news Aldi Scotland and Fierce Beer mark decade-long partnership with new World Cup lager Aldi Scotland is celebrating 10 years of working with Aberdeen craft brewer Fierce Beer, with more than two million beers sold through the supermarket since the partnership began. The relationship… Grocery Gazette · 8 Jun 2026 Industry news London Packaging Week 2026 | Discovery put at the heart of packaging’s future With just 100 days to go until London Packaging Week 2026 opens its doors, organisers said the event will return with a sharpened focus on what now defines the industry: discovery. Packaging News (UK) · 8 Jun 2026 Industry news ALDI REVEALS SCENT-SATIONAL SUMMER HOME FRAGRANCES – WITH PRICES STARTING FROM JUST £3.99 Homes of the UK can prepare to smell like a relaxing summer holiday – thanks to Aldi’s latest home fragrance range. Available in stores from 11th June, shoppers can enjoy returning favourites like the Hotel Collection Premium range (from £4.99) and Hotel Collection Classic Rouge range (£4.99 each, 220g/100ml), Hotel Collection Scenic Escape range (£4.99, […] Aldi UK Press Centre · 8 Jun 2026 Industry news Fortnum & Mason names 15 emerging food and drink makers for Piccadilly launch Fortnum & Mason has named the 15 winners of its 2026 Fortnum & Makers Open Call, with the selected British food and drink producers set to land on the retailer’s… Grocery Gazette · 8 Jun 2026 Industry news Wirral weighs up £174m waste services contract Wirral Council looks likely to extend its waste collection, recycling and street cleansing services contract with Biffa, following recommendations of an upcoming report. Members of Wirral Council’s Environment, Climate Emergency and Transport Committee will be asked to approve the award of the contract when they meet later this month. If approved, the agreement will commence … Read More The pos… letsrecycle.com News · 8 Jun 2026 Industry news Altkin celebrates ‘Remanufacturer of the Year’ Altkin, a member of the ARMOR GROUP, has won the ‘Remanufacturer of the Year’ award, presented at the international The Recycler Live & Trade Days event in Dortmund, Germany. The Recycler (imaging consumables recycling) · 8 Jun 2026 Industry news Walmart tries to persuade staff AI will ‘improve jobs, not replace them’ Walmart has moved to reassure its 2.1m employees that artificial intelligence will improve their roles, rather than threaten them, as it accelerates its use of AI across the business. The… Grocery Gazette · 8 Jun 2026 Industry news Chefs back Burnham VAT pledge as hospitality pressure mounts Leading chefs and restaurateurs have welcomed Andy Burnham’s call for a cut in VAT for hospitality, as pressure grows on the government to provide greater support for pubs, restaurants, cafés… Grocery Gazette · 8 Jun 2026 Industry news G&G bets on greener printing G&G’s parent company’s ESG report frames remanufactured cartridges as procurement’s lower-carbon option globally. The Recycler (imaging consumables recycling) · 8 Jun 2026 Industry news UN chemicals framework targets textiles UNEP prepares to establish dedicated textiles chemicals programme at a landmark international conference GENEVA – The United Nations Environment Programme […] Ecotextile News · 8 Jun 2026 Industry news Scottish councils face £28.7m annual carbon cost from waste incineration, campaigners warn Scottish councils could face an additional £28.7 million annual bill from 2028 when waste incineration is brought within the scope of the UK Emissions Trading Scheme (ETS), according to a new analysis by Zero Waste Scotland that has prompted campaigners to call for stronger action to reduce plastic waste and dependence on incineration.1 The study, […] Envirotec Magazine · 8 Jun 2026 Industry news Creator Fund closes £42m fund to back Europe’s scientists UK-based Creator Fund, the pre-seed VC that finds and backs Europe’s scientific founders before they have a pitch deck, has closed its first European fund at $56m (£42m). Creator Fund’s Scientific Founder programme is the engine behind its European deal flow. Each year, 40 venture fellows are selected and embedded across 30 universities in 10 […] UKTN (UK Tech News) · 8 Jun 2026 Industry news World Oceans Day 2026 World Oceans Day 2026 highlights the critical ocean plastic crisis. Explore facts, global efforts, and Bywaters' advanced solutions, creating a circular economy for our oceans. Bywaters · 8 Jun 2026 Industry news Antidepressants in river systems are harming wildlife Researchers have detected elevated levels of antidepressant drugs in several North Carolina waterways, raising concerns about the growing impact of pharmaceutical pollution on aquatic ecosystems and potentially human health. The study, published in Environmental Science & Technology, found that rivers downstream from wastewater treatment plants contained a range of antidepressants and their byp… Environment Journal · 8 Jun 2026 Industry news Datamax sustains Canon ATSP-Certified service excellence Datamax marks its 19th consecutive year earning the Canon Association of Technical Service Professionals (ATSP) Advanced Service Certification. The Recycler (imaging consumables recycling) · 8 Jun 2026 Industry news W&S Enters New Growth Phase Through Strategic Partnership and New Leadership W&S, an established distributor and service partner of capital equipment, automation solutions and lifecycle services for the electronics manufacturing industry in the Benelux, has announced a new strategic partnership and strengthened shareholder structure to support the next phase of its growth. As part of this development, Jochem Winkelman has joined W&S as both investor and Managing Directo… MEM Magazine (Manufacturing & Engineering) · 8 Jun 2026 Industry news Debenhams unveils new licensing partnership Debenhams Group and Revolution Beauty have unveiled a new licensing partnership to develop fragrance and beauty products across the retailer’s brands. The collaboration merges the reach of the Debenham’s Group brand lifestyle and fashion brand portfolio with Revolution Beauty’s ability to manufacture, develop and distribute beauty products. Its first collections will include fragrance and gifti… Retail Gazette · 8 Jun 2026 Industry news Predicted World Cup power surge highlights growing role of battery storage in grid stability The UK’s electricity system operator is preparing for significant spikes in power demand during the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with forecasts suggesting that England and Scotland matches could trigger surges equivalent to the combined electricity consumption of Leeds and Glasgow. Analysis from the National Energy System Operator (NESO) indicates that each group-stage match involving either […] Envirotec Magazine · 8 Jun 2026 Industry news UK tech sector hits £1.2 trillion valuation The UK tech sector has reached a $1.6 trillion (£1.2 trillion) valuation, according to The Tech Nation Report 2026 launched today on the AI stage at London Tech Week. Published by Tech Nation, part of Founders Forum Group, the report shows UK AI startups raised more than $11bn (£8.2bn) in venture capital in the first half […] UKTN (UK Tech News) · 8 Jun 2026 Industry news Making Room for Life: Sustainable Ways to Create Extra Space at Home Have you noticed how our homes seem to be expected to do more and more these days? Mine certainly is. Like many of you, I’m at that interesting stage of life where my parents are in their late eighties and, thankfully, still living independently, while my daughter is building a life of her own but… Zero Waste Week · 8 Jun 2026 Industry news Waitrose turns to YouTube series to attract younger shoppers Waitrose is launching a new YouTube series as it looks to reach younger shoppers and expand its food content strategy. The company said the 15-minute episodes, which will launch in… Grocery Gazette · 8 Jun 2026 Industry news Phase Eight owner eyes store closures as part of restructure Phase Eight owner TFG has warned underperforming stores could close as it moves to cut costs across the struggling womenswear brand. The South Africa-based retail group said it would “accelerate right-sizing” of Phase Eight’s footprint and costs over the next 12 months. It did not disclose how many stores could be affected or which locations... Retail Gazette · 8 Jun 2026 Industry news Food industry warns healthy food rule changes could hit prices and investment Britain’s food and drink sector has warned that planned changes to healthy food regulations could fuel inflation and deter investment in UK manufacturing. The government is consulting on revisions to… Grocery Gazette · 8 Jun 2026 Industry news Magna Tyres acquires Forrez Magna Tyres Group has acquired Belgium-based tyre specialist and mobility service provider Forrez. The acquisition of Forrez marks the sixth strategic acquisition completed by Magna Tyres Group in just a few years. Tyrepress · 8 Jun 2026