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Industry news Plasma cuts polyester microfibre shedding A plasma-assisted chitosan surface treatment claims to significantly cut synthetic microfibre release from polyester fabric TURIN – Researchers have demonstrated […] Ecotextile News · 8 Jun 2026 Industry news El Niño could have sudden and chaotic impact on weather patterns right across the globe, says Queen’s University climate expert With an El Niño climate phenomenon expected to develop by the end of August, a Queen’s University climate expert has warned that the impact on weather patterns across the globe could […] Water Magazine · 8 Jun 2026 Industry news Minister Dooley and IFI’s Dr Eamonn Kelly visit site of the fish-kill on the River Glyde in County Louth Ireland’s Minister of State at the Department of Climate, Energy and the Environment, Timmy Dooley, and CEO of Inland Fisheries Ireland (IFI), Dr Eamonn Kelly, have visited the site of […] Water Magazine · 8 Jun 2026 Industry news Dŵr Cymru Welsh Water invests £617 million in its network during 2025–26 as part of long-term programme Dŵr Cymru Welsh Water invested £617 million in its water and wastewater network during 2025–26 as part of a long-term programme to improve environmental performance, strengthen ageing infrastructure and improve […] Water Magazine · 8 Jun 2026 Industry news Thames Water seeks fresh creditor backing in latest funding push Thames Water has launched its eleventh consent request to creditors as it continues efforts to secure access to funding under its super senior financing arrangements. The utility company said the […] Water Magazine · 8 Jun 2026 Industry news Barhale appoints Nick Curtis to lead restructured Northern Region Barhale has appointed Nick Curtis as Northern Regional Director, completing the final stage of a wider regional restructure designed to meet future operational requirements and strengthen business resilience. The changes […] Water Magazine · 8 Jun 2026 Industry news South West Water supports UNESCO’s wildlife education scheme UNESCO’s North Devon Marine Wildlife Awareness Accreditation Scheme, encouraging businesses to adopt sustainable practices, is being supported by South West Water’s Better Futures Fund. The project focuses on training business […] Water Magazine · 8 Jun 2026 Industry news AtkinsRéalis to support Environment Agency in boosting flood resilience across England AtkinsRéalis will take a leading role in supporting the Environment Agency’s (EA) ambitious programme of flood and coastal erosion risk management schemes across England – following the appointment to a […] Water Magazine · 8 Jun 2026 Industry news £3.2m wastewater plant completed to benefit Monea Village NI Water has announced the completion of a new £3.2m Wastewater Treatment Works that will improve wastewater services for the community of Monea, outside Enniskillen. Getting underway in 2024, the […] Water Magazine · 8 Jun 2026 Industry news Closing the gap between online and retail: The Tyre Group shares post-Just Tyres acquisition strategy update The Tyre Group is positioning its online channels as the entry point rather than the destination of the customer journey, as the national retail network outlines its strategy for integrating digital and physical operations across its four brands. Following our preview back in May, here is the completed article. Tyrepress · 8 Jun 2026 Industry news Dr Stephen Thackeray, UKCEH lake ecologist, explains a worrying warming trend at Lake Windermere Dr Stephen Thackeray, UK Centre for Ecology & Hydrology (UKCEH) lake ecologist, explains that long-term monitoring data collected by the UKCEH show that surface temperatures in Windermere, the largest lake in England, have warmed […] Water Magazine · 8 Jun 2026 Industry news Nano dyes add colour and microbial defence New nano-disperse reactive dyes promise tighter colour control and in-built antimicrobial performance for polyester–cotton blends TANTA – Researchers claim to […] Ecotextile News · 8 Jun 2026 Industry news Alibaba hubs may pose new UFLPA risk Chinese state-backed trade platforms and Alibaba’s eWTP logistics network risk turning the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act into a dead […] Ecotextile News · 7 Jun 2026 Industry news Amazon’s electric vans milestone and Creamfields plastic waste campaign: The sustainability success stories of the week As part of our Mission Possible campaign, edie delivers this member-exclusive weekly round-up of five of the best sustainable business success stories of the week. In this week's edition, Amazon’s electric vans milestone, and much more. edie — Circular Economy tag · 7 Jun 2026 Industry news Discover our free school programme at EcoPark House - North London Waste Authority North London Waste Authority · 7 Jun 2026 Industry news Roberts Group International Launches Sustainable Student Fashion Project to Tackle Textile Waste Widnes, Cheshire - 5 June 2026 – On World Environment Day, Roberts Group International has announced a pioneering partnership with St Helens Council, Seamster & Shepherd, and Hope Academy. The initiative, titled Hope for the Earth: From Reclaimed Textiles to Sustainable Student Fashion Show, empowers students to transform reclaimed textiles into original fashion pieces ahead of a summer showcas… TexIntel — Eco News · 7 Jun 2026 Industry news Intertextile And Yarn Expo Shenzhen 2026 Pioneer Sustainable And Digital Innovations In Textiles Shenzhen, June 2026 – To address the urgent need for sustainable practices and digital transformation within the global fashion industry, the Intertextile Shenzhen Apparel Fabrics and Yarn Expo Shenzhen will return from 9 to 11 June 2026. Held at the Shenzhen Convention and Exhibition Center, the event will host over 600 international exhibitors across 45,000 square metres. TexIntel — Eco News · 7 Jun 2026 Industry news Digital record for garments MRW Digital record for garments Provides details on product type, colour and condition Digital record for garments MRW staff MRW (Materials Recycling World) · 7 Jun 2026 Industry news NRAs 2025: Selected entries MRW NRAs 2025: Selected entries Selected entries to last year’s NRAs to inspire you to have a go NRAs 2025: Selected entries MRW reports MRW (Materials Recycling World) · 7 Jun 2026 Industry news International News for June 2026 MRW International News for June 2026 MRW’s round-up of resources, recycling and waste stories from around the globe International News for June 2026 Dee Collins MRW (Materials Recycling World) · 7 Jun 2026 Industry news AI interrogated for clearer answers MRW AI interrogated for clearer answers System processes specific insights and data analysis rather than generic information AI interrogated for clearer answers MRW staff MRW (Materials Recycling World) · 7 Jun 2026 Industry news Screen separates challenging materials MRW Screen separates challenging materials State-of-the-art vibration technology for three-fraction screening Screen separates challenging materials MRW staff MRW (Materials Recycling World) · 7 Jun 2026 Industry news Low-temp nylon recycling MRW Low-temp nylon recycling AI-engineered enzymes deconstruct end-of-life nylon 6,6 Low-temp nylon recycling MRW staff MRW (Materials Recycling World) · 7 Jun 2026 Industry news Grabs targeted at scrap MRW Grabs targeted at scrap Ideal combination of opening speed and closing force when grab is tightened Grabs targeted at scrap MRW staff MRW (Materials Recycling World) · 7 Jun 2026 Industry news Electric or diesel shredders move from US MRW Electric or diesel shredders move from US Designed for high-volume processing of wood waste, biomass and mixed feedstocks Electric or diesel shredders move from US MRW staff MRW (Materials Recycling World) · 7 Jun 2026 Industry news Digital platform for plant monitoring MRW Digital platform for plant monitoring Operators gain full visibility across a plant Digital platform for plant monitoring MRW staff MRW (Materials Recycling World) · 7 Jun 2026 Industry news New technology in 26-tonne crawlers MRW New technology in 26-tonne crawlers Full electrohydraulic controls for improved operator control and increased fuel efficiency New technology in 26-tonne crawlers MRW staff MRW (Materials Recycling World) · 7 Jun 2026 Industry news Tough materials targeted with shredder portfolio MRW Tough materials targeted with shredder portfolio New machines and technology developments Tough materials targeted with shredder portfolio MRW staff MRW (Materials Recycling World) · 7 Jun 2026 Industry news Buckets pre-shred materials at loading stage MRW Buckets pre-shred materials at loading stage Combine shredding and bag opening in one step without separate shredder Buckets pre-shred materials at loading stage MRW staff MRW (Materials Recycling World) · 7 Jun 2026 Industry news You are here: Home Newsroom News Item UK’s most iconic Boots store gets a make-over - boots-uk.com Boots UK media centre · 6 Jun 2026 Industry news New Assessor Training - IOM3 Materials World (IOM3) · 5 Jun 2026 Industry news Cuts to US ocean programme will hinder monitoring of El Niño and AMOC Scientists warn that the Trump administration's push to dismantle a vital network of ocean-sensing instruments will stymie crucial weather and climate monitoring in the Pacific and Atlantic New Scientist — Environment · 5 Jun 2026 Industry news Contact | Efficient Waste Solutions — Contact Us Today - binngroup.co.uk Binn Group · 5 Jun 2026 Industry news Major waste reforms can spark £10bn investment: Defra director MRW Major waste reforms can spark £10bn investment: Defra director Circular economy director Simon James tells conference that the 'biggest shake up' to the sector in decades could create 25,000 jobs Major waste reforms can spark £10bn investment: Defra director Daniel Bosley MRW (Materials Recycling World) · 5 Jun 2026 Industry news World Environment Day 2026: UK circular economy in the spotlight MRW World Environment Day 2026: UK circular economy in the spotlight This year’s campaign on 5 June promotes principles of reuse and repair, as a policy expert argues for the urgent release of delayed circular growth plan World Environment Day 2026: UK circular economy in the spotlight Neil Merrett MRW (Materials Recycling World) · 5 Jun 2026 Industry news 150 tonne recycling site fire among two incidents in Port Talbot A fire involving around 150 tonnes of recyclable waste prompted a major emergency response at a recycling facility in Neath Abbey Wharf on Thursday (5 June 2026). Mid and West Wales Fire and Rescue Service (MAWWFRS) was called to the site during the early hours of the morning following reports of a fire involving stored … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 5 Jun 2026 Industry news Giti Tire launches first ‘A’ grade RRC truck tyre in Europe Giti Tire is set to launch a full fitment of drive, steer and trailer truck tyres with ‘A’ rated Rolling Resistance Coefficient (RRC), starting with the Giti GDL272 Ecoroad. The new long-haul drive tyre, available to order now in size 315/70R22.5, is the very first to be available in Europe with the highest grade in RRC. Tyrepress · 5 Jun 2026 Industry news Plastic Packaging Tax Consultation 2026 Plastic Packaging Tax (PPT) in the UK food and beverage sector is one of the most complex compliance challenges facing producers today. Der Beitrag Plastic Packaging Tax Consultation 2026 erschien zuerst auf United Kingdom (EN) . ERP UK (European Recycling Platform) · 5 Jun 2026 Industry news 2 Weeks to Go: EBMI2026 Set to Unite 4,500+ Global Attendees in Frankfurt The powerhouse coalition of E-Waste World Expo, Battery Recycling Expo, Metal Recycling Expo, and ITAD & Circular Electronics Expo – collectively known as EBMI2026 – has entered its final furlong. Returning to Messe Frankfurt on 17–18 June 2026, this industry-led event is the world’s most comprehensive B2B platform for the recycling and circular economy sectors. In a major move to drive radical… MEM Magazine (Manufacturing & Engineering) · 5 Jun 2026 Industry news EU’s digital passports: chemistry without clarity As Brussels races to hard‑wire “substances of concern” into every garment’s Digital Product Passport, the fashion sector faces legal ambiguity, […] Ecotextile News · 5 Jun 2026