Recycling news: 2026

Industry news Our animal welfare standards - Marks & Spencer M&S corporate press releases · 9 Jun 2026 Industry news Study demands enhanced UK plastic recycling investment support MRW Study demands enhanced UK plastic recycling investment support Findings commissioned by Viridor back policy and finance overhaul to ensure sufficient domestic capacity to recycle plastics at greater scale Study demands enhanced UK plastic recycling investment support Neil Merrett MRW (Materials Recycling World) · 9 Jun 2026 Industry news Investigation launched into London recycling and reuse site fire MRW Investigation launched into London recycling and reuse site fire London Fire Brigade said up to 15 fire engines were able to bring blaze in Bermondsey under control, several hours after alerts were first raised Investigation launched into London recycling and reuse site fire Neil Merrett MRW (Materials Recycling World) · 9 Jun 2026 Industry news How to collect packaging data for EPR: A practical guide for UK businesses (2026) Not sure what packaging data you need to collect for EPR? This practical guide explains exactly what to report, including materials, packaging types, household vs non-household classification, and reporting deadlines, along with the most common mistakes UK businesses make. Valpak · 9 Jun 2026 Industry news Our Communities - Marks & Spencer M&S corporate press releases · 9 Jun 2026 Industry news Health and Wellbeing - Marks & Spencer M&S corporate press releases · 9 Jun 2026 Industry news Sainsbury’s to launch new fibre labelling across more than 500 products Sainsbury’s is launching brand new Full on Fibre labelling across more than 500 products to help customers boost their fibre intake. Packaging News (UK) · 9 Jun 2026 Industry news Airborne fungi more diverse indoors than outdoors The air inside UK homes contains a greater diversity of fungi than the air outside, according to a major new study that could have important implications for public health and housing policy. Researchers at Imperial College London have carried out the UK’s largest long-term study into indoor fungal air pollution as part of the WellHome […] Air Quality News · 9 Jun 2026 Industry news Hub Packaging acquires Faleen Sales in all-Ireland deal Northern Ireland-based packaging supplier Hub Packaging has acquired Republic of Ireland based Faleen Sales, for an undisclosed fee. Packaging News (UK) · 9 Jun 2026 Industry news Sainsbury’s focuses on fibre with new range and initiatives Sainsbury’s is working to help UK consumers add fibre to their diets with a range of new products and deals, some 500 Full on Fibre labels have been introduced. Over… Grocery Gazette · 9 Jun 2026 Industry news ALDI LAUNCHES NEW FAMILY CAMPING RANGE FROM £1.79 With summer staycations calling, Aldi’s latest range of family camping products helps transform campsites into the perfect home away from home. From comfortable sleeping solutions to fireside entertainment, the much-anticipated range lands in stores from 18th June. But shoppers will need to be quick, as with all Specialbuys, once they’re gone, they’re gone! Shoppers will be blown away with how … Aldi UK Press Centre · 9 Jun 2026 Industry news The last-ditch plan to save coral reefs from utter destruction Bleaching has devastated reefs around the world, raising fears of an irreversible shift. Yet new interventions have revealed that corals can be remarkably resilient if we can give them enough help to recover New Scientist — Environment · 9 Jun 2026 Industry news Screwfix unveils next instalment of brand platform starring Mo Farah Screwfix has unveiled a new campaign, fronted by Olympic runner Mo Farah, as it aims to increase usage of its fast delivery and collection offerings. Devised in collaboration with M+C Saatchi Group UK, the campaign builds on the its ‘No Stopping You’ brand platform. The campaign is designed to “position the retailer’s convenience services through... Retail Gazette · 9 Jun 2026 Industry news Cited 9 June 2026: Europe’s ‘exceptional’ heatwave | Warming forecast | AMOC observations ‘at risk’ Welcome to Cited, your essential guide to new climate research. In the news SPRING HEATWAVE:... Carbon Brief · 9 Jun 2026 Industry news Patrick Hanna: Stress testing hospitality – understanding risk and preparing for what’s next Patrick brings over 20 years of experience in hospitality to his role as consultant at The SRA Footprint Media (foodservice sustainability) · 9 Jun 2026 Industry news Recover launches recycled cotton yarns Textile to textile recycler unveils a portfolio of yarns containing its recycled fibres to give brands ready access to circular […] Ecotextile News · 9 Jun 2026 Industry news Hexigone Lands £1.2m to Tackle Industrial Corrosion Hexigone Inhibitors Ltd, a UK-based innovator in smart corrosion inhibitors, has secured a £1.2 million funding package to accelerate development and commercial deployment of its sustainable corrosion protection technology across defence, marine and industrial markets. The funding includes a £500,000 investment from the UK Innovation & Science Seed Fund’s (UKI2S) Defence & Security Seed portfol… MEM Magazine (Manufacturing & Engineering) · 9 Jun 2026 Industry news Ferndown Commercials Streamlines Compliance with AssetGo Commercial vehicle garage Ferndown Commercials has improved the efficiency of its vehicle inspections and maintenance planning after replacing manual processes with a digital fleet management system from AssetGo. The Dorset-based business introduced the system last year to streamline inspections, improve maintenance scheduling and strengthen compliance management across its workshop operations.… MEM Magazine (Manufacturing & Engineering) · 9 Jun 2026 Industry news Solar parks on rewetted peatlands can boost bird diversity Building solar parks on previously drained, rewetted peatlands can support a wider range of bird species than continuing intensive grassland farming, new research suggests. The study, published in Ecological Solutions and Evidence, is the first to examine how bird communities respond to this emerging land use, which combines renewable energy production with peatland restoration. Researchers […] Environment Journal · 9 Jun 2026 Industry news Why is food still absent from UK carbon plan? Ruth Westcott from Sustain reflects on the absence of food from the UK’s plan to lower carbon emissions and why ministers are scared to talk about the need for dietary change Footprint Media (foodservice sustainability) · 9 Jun 2026 Industry news Cartor’s security print expertise recognised through prize-winning stamp CARTOR Security Printers has received recognition following the success of a stamp produced for Åland Post, the postal service of the autonomous Finnish archipelago of Åland, which recently won international acclaim at the World’s Best Stamp Competition 2025. Åland Post praised the ‘meticulous print quality’ delivered by Cartor in bringing the design to life. Johanna […] Packaging Scotland · 9 Jun 2026 Industry news IBM launches AI learning pathway to upskill workforces at scale IBM has launched the expansion of IBM SkillsBuild, its free global technology education programme, with a new artificial intelligence (AI) learning pathway designed to equip individuals across all career stages. The free training modules will support the British workforce from entry-level employees to senior leaders and policymakers, helping people across all communities gain access to […] The … UKTN (UK Tech News) · 9 Jun 2026 Industry news The ELV-R Regulation’s impact on the plastic industry Pierre Juan of Sustinplas Europe explains why the ELV-R’s reduced recycled-content targets will still have significant implications for Europe’s automotive plastics supply chain, from PCR sourcing and validation to recycling capacity, quality control and the future use of thermoplastics and composites. Auto Recycling World · 9 Jun 2026 Industry news Pair prosecuted over illegal dumping at Norfolk waste hotspot Two people have been fined after vehicles linked to them were caught on camera dumping waste at illegal sites in west Norfolk. Rebecca Simper, of King’s Lynn, was ordered to pay a total of £2,009.08 after admitting ownership of a vehicle used in a fly-tipping incident at Kenfield Farm, Clenchwarton. King’s Lynn Magistrates’ Court fined … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 9 Jun 2026 Industry news Hydrogel ‘super sponge’ targets dye waste Scientists develop cellulose-based hydrogels that can strip multiple synthetic dyes from textile wastewater GANDHINAGAR — Researchers at the Indian Institute […] Ecotextile News · 9 Jun 2026 Industry news Volklec Joins UK‑Backed AMBERS Battery Programme UK battery cell maker Volklec has taken a central role in the government‑supported AMBERS programme, a major UK initiative developing an Advanced Modular Battery System for automotive and defence sectors seeking faster, sovereign electrification pathways.Backed by the Battery Innovation Programme—a £452 million government investment delivered through Innovate UK and supported by the Department … BEST Magazine (Batteries & Energy Storage Technology) · 9 Jun 2026 Industry news 5GWh compressed-air storage project for Romanian salt cavern Hagag Europe and Airengy have signed a strategic cooperation agreement to develop a compressed-air energy storage project in Romania that will ultimately provide up to 5GWh of storage capacity using underground salt caverns.The project will use Airengy’s AirBattery technology and is planned in two phases, with a total investment of around €55 million. Once completed,… BEST Magazine (Batteries & Energy Storage Technology) · 9 Jun 2026 Industry news FUJIFILM Europe GmbH expands Apeos office portfolio FUJIFILM Europe GmbH announced the European launch of two A3 Fujifilm’s multifunction printer series - the Apeos C3567 series and the Apeos C3061 series. The Recycler (imaging consumables recycling) · 9 Jun 2026 Industry news PFAS levels ‘plunge in US textiles’ State rules drive sharp PFAS cuts in clothing and home textiles, though some categories and non‑regulated states still face higher […] Ecotextile News · 9 Jun 2026 Industry news Brand Finance: Michelin remains most valuable and strongest tyre brand, Giti fastest growing and Apollo fastest riser Michelin has once again retained its position as the world’s most valuable tyre brand for the ninth consecutive year, with its brand value increasing 17 per cent to US$10.3 billion, according to the latest research from Brand Finance. Michelin also retains its position as the world’s strongest tyre brand, achieving a BSI score of 93.2 out of 100 and remaining the only tyre brand globally to ear… Tyrepress · 9 Jun 2026 Industry news Will Rolo Tires disrupt the legacy hierarchy? – Mike Welch interview Last month we shared how Michael Welch OBE, the entrepreneur best known for founding Blackcircles.com and later developing Treadsy in North America, has announced the launched of a new direct-to-consumer tyre brand Rolo Tires. In this interview, Mike Welch discusses the thinking behind Rolo Tires, where the tyres are made, the opportunities Welch sees in a changing European market, and why he b… Tyrepress · 9 Jun 2026 Industry news Cellulose fibre matches spider silk toughness Chinese team spins ultra-tough cellulose fibres using cherry-bark-inspired microfluidics to rival spider silk for textile applications HEFEI — Scientists in […] Ecotextile News · 9 Jun 2026 Industry news Improve Car Performance: 4 Easy Maintenance Tips Every car owner wants a car that feels smooth, quick, and sure on the road. Yet many cars lose some of that feel over time. But worry not. You do not need costly add-ons to keep your car in good shape. A few basic steps can help the engine run with ease, improve fuel efficiency, and ensure safety on the road. The key is to deal with the small needs of your vehicle before they turn into major fi… Tyrepress · 9 Jun 2026 Industry news LUXE PACK | James Cropper to ‘bring colour off the page’ British master papermaker James Cropper will bring its colour expertise to this year’s Edition Spéciale by LUXE PACK, inviting visitors to explore how colour can become one of a brand’s most powerful assets. Packaging News (UK) · 9 Jun 2026 Industry news New visa scheme to help UK firms scale and attract talent The UK government is set to announce new measures to boost access to global talent and support high-growth sectors. At a global talent reception on Wednesday, the chancellor will set out two new schemes, including visa fee reimbursement for scale-ups in digital and tech, life sciences and clean energy with the goal of helping firms […] UKTN (UK Tech News) · 9 Jun 2026 Industry news Close the Loop gains WEELABEX certification Close the Loop Europe has secured WEEELABEX certification, marking a further step in its efforts to raise standards in electronic waste recycling. The Recycler (imaging consumables recycling) · 9 Jun 2026 Industry news RDM Group on track to ‘meet or exceed’ 2030 sustainability targets EUROPEAN cartonboard producer RDM Group has revealed it is on course to meet or exceed its 2030 sustainability targets. The firm has launched its 2025 Sustainability Report pre-release and stated it is positioning itself as a ‘benchmark’ for circular packaging systems and cross-industry collaboration. RDM Group recycled 1,058 kilotons of paper in 2025, exceeding the […] Packaging Scotland · 9 Jun 2026 Industry news Dutch court rejects HP dominance claim Dutch Supreme Court backs HP but sends advertising dispute back for review. The Recycler (imaging consumables recycling) · 9 Jun 2026 Industry news New leadership for Canon South Africa Canon South Africa has appointed Tunca Rodoplu as Country Director, effective 1 July 2026. The Recycler (imaging consumables recycling) · 9 Jun 2026 Industry news Lexmark site data centre plans raise local concerns Plans to redevelop the former Lexmark property in Lexington, Kentucky, as a larger data centre campus have prompted concern from local politicians and residents over the potential impact on surrounding neighbourhoods, infrastructure and utility demand. The Recycler (imaging consumables recycling) · 9 Jun 2026