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Industry news 43% of UK consumers donate clothing, but end markets remain under pressure UK consumers are among the world’s most active when it comes to donating and recycling unwanted clothing, according to new research from Cotton Incorporated. The latest global consumer survey found that 43% of UK consumers donate clothing they no longer wear, significantly above the global average of 31%. Meanwhile, 31% said they recycle unwanted garments, … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 3 Jun 2026 Industry news SLCP flags climate risk to workers Most facilities lack climate plans, warns NGO, as new data links rising heat in garment factories to stalled progress on […] Ecotextile News · 3 Jun 2026 Industry news OQC raises £260m in Europe’s largest private quantum round Oxford Quantum Circuits (OQC) has closed an oversubscribed £260m Series C funding round, marking Europe’s largest ever private funding round for a quantum computing company. OQC develops and operates superconducting quantum computers designed for deployment in data-centre environments serving enterprise and government customers. The company has established a global quantum computing platform ac… UKTN (UK Tech News) · 3 Jun 2026 Industry news Exactaform to Host WIDIA European Roadshow Event in Coventry Exactaform, the UK’s largest manufacturer and supplier of PCD tooling, will host a dedicated open day at its Coventry headquarters on 30 June as part of the European WIDIA Roadshow, bringing together manufacturers, engineers and industry specialists for a day focused on tooling innovation, technical expertise and machining performance. Running from 10am to 3pm, the event follows Exactaform’s re… MEM Magazine (Manufacturing & Engineering) · 3 Jun 2026 Industry news Vetropack unveils sustainable wine bottle innovations GLASS packaging manufacturer Vetropack has developed two new sustainable solutions for the Austrian wine industry. The firm revealed it has further developed the 0.75-litre Rhinewine bottle, reducing its weight while retaining the same dimensions. Weighing just 350 grams, it is described as currently the lightest Rhinewine bottle in Europe. At the same time, Vetropack is supporting […] Packaging Scotland · 3 Jun 2026 Industry news Hankook returning to RTX Stoneleigh After attending the inaugural Road Transport Expo (RTX) Ireland in April, Hankook Tyre UK is making it a double by confirming its presence at a second RTX event in 2026. The company will exhibit at RTX at Stoneleigh between 30 June and 2 July, presenting an extensive range of Hankook and Laufenn commercial vehicle tyres. Tyrepress · 3 Jun 2026 Industry news Cable Glands and Accessories for Every Area of Application Wherever cables or lines are run through an enclosure wall, strain relief and sealing are required. Berger now offers the correct cable glands and accessories in three thread types. Cable glands are proven standardised parts, now available from Berger in many different sizes and with various types of thread. Standard parts GN62444 are indispensable in mechanical engineering and plant constructi… MEM Magazine (Manufacturing & Engineering) · 3 Jun 2026 Industry news Belzona – Stopping Corrosion in Nuclear Plant Saltwater Screens In 2017, a Nuclear Power Plant in New England, US, required long-term corrosion protection for newly fabricated carbon steel traveling screens operating in continuous saltwater immersion service. Following an inspection from Belzona representatives from Rumford Industrial Group, the epoxy coating, Belzona 5811 (Immersion Grade), was selected due to its proven performance in immersed environment… MEM Magazine (Manufacturing & Engineering) · 3 Jun 2026 Industry news Craig Robinson appointed Recycling Association chief executive The Recycling Association has announced the appointment of Craig Robinson as its next chief executive. Packaging News (UK) · 3 Jun 2026 Industry news Méca-Précis Optimises Control Processes Using Robotic Measurement Cells Méca-Précis implements a robotic measurement cell to streamline its inspection processes. This solution combines a coordinate measuring machine from Mitutoyo with robotics solutions from Engineering Data, effectively removing bottlenecks in the parts inspection process. Some trades are passed down from father to son—along with a passion for excellence. When Bruno Mériaudeau speaks about the sop… MEM Magazine (Manufacturing & Engineering) · 3 Jun 2026 Industry news Teledyne FLIR OEM Recognised by Northrop Grumman Teledyne FLIR OEM is honored to be recognized by Northrop Grumman Corporation (NYSE: NOC) as a top supplier at this year’s Supplier Excellence Awards, highlighting our commitment to strengthening the defense industrial base with strategic partnerships that support national security. “Northrop Grumman has a legacy of fostering strong partnerships, a network of hard-working innovators and collabo… MEM Magazine (Manufacturing & Engineering) · 3 Jun 2026 Industry news Q&A: How UK’s seventh carbon budget will deliver ‘£865bn’ in economic benefits The Labour government wants to cut UK greenhouse gas emissions to 87% below 1990 levels... Carbon Brief · 3 Jun 2026 Industry news Futurebuild 2026 Ignites a New Era of Connection Across the Built Environment Futurebuild 2026 closed on a remarkable high after delivering one of the most vibrant, energetic and connected gatherings the built environment industry has ever seen, with overall visitor numbers across the co-located shows doubling year-on-year. For the first time, Futurebuild co-located with UK Construction Week (UKCW) and Stones & Surfaces at Excel London (12–14 May), transforming the venue… MEM Magazine (Manufacturing & Engineering) · 3 Jun 2026 Industry news Debenhams Group returns to growth amid turnaround progress Debenhams Group has reported a return to growth in the first quarter of FY27, with the online retail group citing improving performance across its core brands. Retail Gazette · 3 Jun 2026 Industry news Sharp leaders earn CRN Women of the Channel honours Jennifer Cheh and Betsy Larson of Sharp have been recognised as 2026 CRN Women of the Channel. The Recycler (imaging consumables recycling) · 3 Jun 2026 Industry news Dorset plastic waste recycler secures £2.4m funding round Dorset-based materials company Circular11 has secured £2.4 million in equity funding to scale production of its recycled plastic construction products. The investment will support the company’s plans to recycle an estimated 10,000 tonnes of low-quality plastic waste over the next two years. Circular11 said the investment will enable it to expand manufacturing capacity while continuing … Read Mo… letsrecycle.com News · 3 Jun 2026 Industry news Gigaton raises £19.3m to build autonomous plants in energy-intensive industries Gigaton has raised $26m (£19.3m) in Series A funding through a round led by Plural. Gigaton builds autonomous, self-learning AI control software for energy-intensive industries. Its platform simulates, controls and improves complex industrial processes, reducing fuel costs, cutting emissions and enabling a new generation of resilient, intelligent plant operations. Soaring energy costs, increase… UKTN (UK Tech News) · 3 Jun 2026 Industry news Quicker & more accurate – Dunlop & Fujitsu present tyre development technology Sumitomo Rubber Industries, Ltd., which now refers to itself as Dunlop, and Fujitsu Limited have announced a jointly developed technology. Specifically, the two companies have developed an AI surrogate model that uses artificial intelligence to predict tyre performance quickly and with a high degree of accuracy. Dunlop reports having confirmed the technology’s effectiveness in a recent proof of… Tyrepress · 3 Jun 2026 Industry news SUEZ signs £396m contract with Milton Keynes City Council SUEZ has signed a £396 million, ten-year contract to operate and manage the Milton Keynes Waste Recovery Park (MKWRP). Circular Online (CIWM) · 3 Jun 2026 Industry news Public invited to pick wildlife stars for new generation of banknotes From puffins to pine martens, 18 UK animal species are in the running to appear on the next series of Bank of England banknotes. The shortlist, unveiled today (4th June), marks the next stage in a public consultation that found overwhelming support for nature-themed currency. Voters will now have a month to help choose the […] Environment Journal · 3 Jun 2026 Industry news Advertising standards: non-commercial citizen messaging can promote responsible living A groundbreaking study of climate and environmental messaging in the UK has identified the most effective way of advocating policies and reduced consumption. With Britain gradually cooling off after a record-breaking May heatwave, and signs of a ‘super El Niño’ set to hit in the next month — pushing global temperatures to extreme levels — […] Environment Journal · 3 Jun 2026 Industry news Retailers face surge in AI-generated fake damage claims and refund scams Retailers are being hit by a new wave of AI-powered refund fraud, as shoppers and organised crime groups use generative AI to create fake damage claims and convincing return scams. New data from global digital trust and fraud prevention platform Forter found that AI-generated damage claims are now the fastest-growing form of return abuse. The company... Retail Gazette · 3 Jun 2026 Industry news New agreement to drive innovation and inclusion in space - Public Sector Executive Public Sector Executive · 3 Jun 2026 Industry news Mayor of London calls for “manosphere” crackdown and launches support package for young men - Public Sector Executive Public Sector Executive · 3 Jun 2026 Industry news USDA’s Cotton Plan Is Really About the Fibre Wars - Just Style Just Style · 3 Jun 2026 Industry news Airbus begins testing passenger aircraft capable of non-stop UK-Australia flights - Engineering and Technology Magazine E&T Magazine (IET) · 3 Jun 2026 Industry news NATURE AS INFRASTRUCTURE: A THREE POINT PLAN FOR GROWTH AND DELIVERY - Environmental Industries Commission (EIC) Environmental Industries Commission · 3 Jun 2026 Industry news Cargill invests €56M with site expansions and new pilot plant - Food Manufacture Food Manufacture · 3 Jun 2026 Industry news B&M profits slide as discount retailer warns over rising costs B&M has warned of rising cost pressures in the year ahead as the discount retailer posted a sharp fall in annual profits. The value retailer, which sells products across grocery, home, furniture and garden, reported a 26 per cent drop in annual profit after flat UK like-for-like sales and deeper price cuts weighed on performance.... Retail Gazette · 3 Jun 2026 Industry news Estée Lauder says Puig merger collapsed over price concerns Estée Lauder chief executive Stéphane de La Faverie has said the cosmetics giant’s proposed merger with Jean Paul Gaultier-owner Puig collapsed because the price was not right. The US beauty group and Puig ended negotiations late last month over a deal that would have created a major premium beauty business better placed to compete with... Retail Gazette · 3 Jun 2026 Industry news Zara owner Inditex reports stronger-than-expected start to summer trading Zara owner Inditex has posted a strong start to summer trading, with sales growth in May coming in ahead of analyst expectations. The fast fashion giant said currency-adjusted sales rose 11.5 per cent in May, beating forecasts for 8 per cent growth and offering reassurance that the retailer continues to attract shoppers despite pressure on... Retail Gazette · 3 Jun 2026 Industry news Victoria’s Secret shares soar as turnaround efforts fuel forecast upgrade Victoria’s Secret shares surged to a record high on Tuesday after the lingerie retailer raised its annual outlook following double-digit quarterly revenue growth across its brands. Shares in the business jumped around 50 per cent earlier in the session, putting the company on track for its strongest day on record, before trading 40 per cent... Retail Gazette · 3 Jun 2026 Industry news Retailers warn zero-hours contract reforms could hit Christmas hiring Retailers have warned that government plans to guarantee regular working hours for staff on zero-hours and short-hours contracts could make it harder for businesses to recruit part-time workers during peak trading periods. Under proposals set to come into force next year, employers would be required to offer workers on zero-hours or short-hours contracts a guaranteed... Retail Gazette · 3 Jun 2026 Industry news Adapa Group offers pricing and CO2 footprint in one click adapa Group is making conscious packaging choices easier by providing verified CO₂e data directly within every quotation. Packaging News (UK) · 3 Jun 2026 Industry news Government proposes Seventh Carbon Budget with 87% emissions reduction target by 2042 The UK Government has formally proposed its Seventh Carbon Budget, setting a legally binding target to reduce the UK’s greenhouse gas emissions by 87% against 1990 levels during the period […] Water Magazine · 3 Jun 2026 Industry news South West Water fined a record £1.853 million for drinking water failures in Brixham South West Water was fined £1,853,000 – a record fine for a drinking water offence – at Exeter Magistrates’ Court on 2 June 2026, following a prosecution by the Drinking […] Water Magazine · 3 Jun 2026 Industry news Mum of boy struck down with serious illness speaks out as South West Water sentenced A Brixham mum whose boy was hospitalised with Cryptosporidium has revealed the “devastating” impact of his illness as a water company was sentenced in connection with a mass parasitic outbreak. […] Water Magazine · 3 Jun 2026 Industry news ACE Group launches three-point plan to put nature at the heart of UK infrastructure The Environmental Industries Commission (EIC), part of the Association for Consultancy and Engineering (ACE Group), has today launched Delivering Nature Infrastructure: A Three-Point Plan. The EIC, a leading association representing […] Water Magazine · 3 Jun 2026 Industry news Carrier appoints Pastor Casanova as Managing Director for the UK and Ireland Carrier has appointed Pastor Casanova as Managing Director for the UK and Ireland, leading the business across its Carrier, Toshiba and Viessmann brands and overseeing both residential and commercial operations. […] Water Magazine · 3 Jun 2026 Industry news Haskoning takes Anglian Water-developed Helea® technology to one of the world’s largest treatment plants in Brazil Wastewater digestion technology originally developed by Anglian Water in the UK is set to play a central role in one of the largest wastewater treatment upgrades in the world, following […] Water Magazine · 3 Jun 2026