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Industry news MARKET REPORT: Glass, metals, organics, plastics, textiles, wood May 2026 letsrecycle.com looks at the market for the month of May across the glass, metals, organics, plastics, textiles and wood sectors. Glass Glass prices have mostly been stable this month, with the exception of MRF glass for remelt which saw an increase of £5 on the top end. This is likely due to the high costs … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 29 May 2026 Industry news Banner Batteries upgrades corporate identity Well-known battery manufacturer Banner has decided to rebrand. According to the company, execution and delivery of the new corporate look “represents a major strategic development centred on strengthening the identity of the Banner brand across all market sectors”. The new brand identity has reportedly received intensive work “to reflect Banner’s technological expertise – from lead-acid batteri… Tyrepress · 29 May 2026 Industry news Magna Tyres partners Neemba Bénin in West Africa Magna Tyres and Neemba Bénin have been working together to support the construction, mining and industrial sectors in West Africa since the start of May 2026. As the official dealer of Caterpillar in West Africa, Neemba has reportedly built “a strong position within the region, with a clear focus on reliability, service and operational continuity.” Tyrepress · 29 May 2026 Industry news HELLA launching CSC-Tool PRO and mega macs PLUS at UK Garage & Bodyshop event HELLA reports it is showing its “latest advances in diagnostics, ADAS calibration and EV testing” when HELLA takes to Stand A30 at the UK Garage & Bodyshop Event held at the start of June, headlined by the official UK launch of the CSC-Tool PRO and the first appearance of the mega macs PLUS. The stand will serve as a technical hub for independent workshops looking to stay ahead of the growing c… Tyrepress · 29 May 2026 Industry news New EU digital water initiative expected to improve efficiency across Europe The European Commission is seeking evidence to help shape a digital action plan aimed at transforming water management across the European Union. Open Access Government — Environment · 29 May 2026 Industry news Trina Storage completes first European deployment of Elementa Electra BESS platform Trina Storage has completed delivery of what it describes as the first European project using its Elementa Electra integrated battery energy storage system (BESS) platform, marking a milestone for both the company and Romania’s rapidly expanding energy storage sector. The project, located in Giurgiu, Romania, is the first commercial deployment in Europe of Trina Storage’s… BEST Magazine (Batteries & Energy Storage Technology) · 29 May 2026 Industry news DeBriefed 29 May 2026: Europe’s ‘mind-boggling’ May | Indian heat deaths | Nigeria’s solar mini-grids Welcome to Carbon Brief’s DeBriefed. An essential guide to the week’s key developments relating to climate... Carbon Brief · 29 May 2026 Industry news The Recycling Association appoints new CEO to replace Paul Sanderson The Council of The Recycling Association has appointed Craig Robinson as the organisation’s next chief executive. Robinson, who has almost 25 years’ experience in the recycling sector, will join the association on 1 June 2026 and will work alongside current chief executive Paul Sanderson before formally taking over the role on 17 August. Speaking about … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 29 May 2026 Industry news SGS verifies Linglong Tire’s Scope 3 emissions Linglong Tire has now reported ESG information for eight consecutive years, developing over the period a structured management system covering data collection, internal controls and compliant reporting. The company says it uses standardised management processes to benchmark its performance against leading industry practice, address areas for improvement and continue raising its ESG performance.… Tyrepress · 29 May 2026 Industry news UK tech funding roundup: This week’s deals from Inherent to Mykor This week’s UK tech funding deals include AI scientific research lab Inherent, biomaterials company Mykor and more. UKTN tracked £102.7m worth of UK tech investment this week (25 May to 29 May), a 20% week-on-week decrease across six funding rounds. Here’s your weekly roundup of UK tech startup funding deals. Inherent – £37.2m Sector: AI […] UKTN (UK Tech News) · 29 May 2026 Industry news AI boom means US is now ‘investing more’ in fossil-fuel power than China The “data-centre boom” is driving a surge in gas investment in the US, pushing its... Carbon Brief · 29 May 2026 Industry news India’s Maxvolt pivots from lead-acid for two-wheelers to BESS Indian battery manufacturer Maxvolt Energy is shifting its focus from lead-acid batteries for electric two- and three-wheelers towards battery energy storage systems (BESS), lithium-ion manufacturing and battery recycling as it embarks on a major expansion programme valued at around $73 million. The company said it plans to invest approximately ₹625 crore ($73 million) in new… BEST Magazine (Batteries & Energy Storage Technology) · 29 May 2026 Industry news Weekly Prices Update for 29 May 2026 MRW Weekly Prices Update for 29 May 2026 MRW’s regular reporting of movements in the markets for secondary materials Weekly Prices Update for 29 May 2026 Joswin Corda MRW (Materials Recycling World) · 29 May 2026 Industry news Tanzania and Brazil partner to tackle cotton child labour The two countries collaborate to strengthen cotton working conditions and social protections to prevent ongoing child labour issues in Tanzania […] Ecotextile News · 29 May 2026 Industry news A tale of fire and folly: Vape recycling lottery leaves millions of devices uncollected One year on from the 1st June 2025 ban on the sale of disposable vapes, electricals recycling not-for-profit Material Focus warns that a ”retailer recycling lottery” is undermining the environmental intentions behind the ban as recycling a vape is still not as easy as it is to buy one. New research reveals that while the […] Envirotec Magazine · 29 May 2026 Industry news Africa’s secondhand clothing trade ‘structurally non-circular’ Study reveals a 15-to-1 import-export imbalance in Africa’s secondhand apparel sector, shifting waste and pollution burdens around the continent HIROSHIMA […] Ecotextile News · 29 May 2026 Industry news LKQ’s 2025 Sustainability Report puts salvage volumes, European expansion and EV repair at the core LKQ Corporation’s 2025 Sustainability Report highlights the scale of its circular operations, with around 284,000 vehicles processed, more than 4.9 million parts returned to use, and growing investment in European salvage capacity, remanufacturing and electric vehicle repair solutions. Auto Recycling World · 29 May 2026 Industry news Tenders and contract wins round-up 29 May 2026 MRW Tenders and contract wins round-up 29 May 2026 Highlights include town council tender for cleaning contract and related waste services, along with awards of skip hire and waste management service provision agreements Tenders and contract wins round-up 29 May 2026 Joswin Corda MRW (Materials Recycling World) · 29 May 2026 Industry news Arkansas lithium projects aim to decrease US dependence on Chinese imports A cluster of lithium projects in Arkansas is moving closer to commercial production, raising the prospect that the US could significantly reduce its dependence on imported battery-grade lithium over the next decade.The projects are centred on the Smackover Formation, a vast brine-bearing geological structure stretching across parts of Arkansas, Texas and several other southern states.… BEST Magazine (Batteries & Energy Storage Technology) · 29 May 2026 Industry news UK and France strike new tech deal ahead of G7 talks The UK and France have signed a new science and technology deal that will provide funding for partnerships between research teams from the two nations. The agreement, announced by Tech Secretary Liz Kendall ahead of the upcoming G7 talks in Paris, will centre AI and data access to support technological innovation. In particular the agreement […] UKTN (UK Tech News) · 29 May 2026 Industry news Nulogy launches AI assistant to boost information gathering NULOGY has announced the launch of Nulogy Intelligence, the AI and analytics layer of the firm’s Manufacturing Operating System (MOS). The first capability available inside Nulogy Intelligence is Nora, a manufacturing AI assistant embedded in Nulogy’s Smart Factory and Maintenance solutions. Nulogy explained that Nora provides plant floor teams with ‘instant answers’ on production performance, […] Packaging Scotland · 29 May 2026 Industry news China law puts fashion brands in compliance bind A Chinese supply chain security law that took effect in April now makes routine compliance audits a potential legal risk […] Ecotextile News · 29 May 2026 Industry news Forget chatbots, the real AI retail revolution is happening behind the scenes Retailers are being told they need to move faster on AI, but Satalia founder Daniel Hulme argues the biggest gains will not come from shiny generative tools, but from using the right algorithms to solve the operational problems that quietly drain margin, capacity and customer experience. For many retailers, the conversation around artificial intelligence still... Retail Gazette · 29 May 2026 Industry news Disney unveils London pop-up for new collectible range Disney has unveiled a new pop-up in London for its latest YuYu range, which will officially launch in stores this July. The range turns Disney characters into clip on accessories wearing animal inspired outfits. Much like popular collectibles Labubu’s and Skullpanda, the YuYu’s are available in a blind box format. At the pop-up, visitors will... Retail Gazette · 29 May 2026 Industry news ATF Professional announces ARA Executive Director Vince Edivan as Auto Recycling Intelligence 2026 speaker ATF Professional has announced that Vince Edivan, Executive Director of the Automotive Recyclers Association, will speak at Auto Recycling Intelligence 2026, offering a transatlantic comparison of the UK and US auto recycling markets. Auto Recycling World · 29 May 2026 Industry news INK-TANK launches new ink cartridges INK-TANK has introduced a new range of T15K1 replacement ink cartridges for use with Epson’s WorkForce Enterprise AM-M5500. The Recycler (imaging consumables recycling) · 29 May 2026 Industry news ALDI BRINGS BACK “AMAZING” MARGHERITA PIZZA CRISPS BUT SHOPPERS NEED TO ACT FAST Aldi shoppers will be heading to the middle aisle this summer as the supermarket brings back its popular Cucina Margherita Pizza Crisps (£1.15, 150g), available in stores from 4th June. The crinkle-cut crisps are generously seasoned with Italian herbs, cheese and a hint of tomato, capturing the classic flavours of a margherita pizza in every bite. They sit alongside the […] Aldi UK Press Centre · 29 May 2026 Industry news TVS Srichakra raising two-wheeler & off-highway tyre capacities At its meeting on 27 May, the Board of Directors of TVS Srichakra Limited approved a capital investment of up to Rs 2.2 billion (£17.1 million / US$22.9 million) to expand capacity at its Vellaripatti site in Madurai, India. The manufacturer of the Eurogrip and TVS Eurogrip tyre brands will split the investment equally between its two-wheeler and off-highway tyre manufacturing facilities, segme… Tyrepress · 29 May 2026 Industry news ATF Professional announces ARA Executive Director Vince Edivan as Auto Recycling Intelligence 2026 speaker ATF Professional has confirmed ARA Executive Director Vince Edivan as a speaker at Auto Recycling Intelligence 2026, where he will compare the UK and US auto recycling markets. ATF Professional · 29 May 2026 Industry news How the UK can lead the future of photonics The global photonics market is projected to exceed £1tn by 2030. While the UK’s 3.5% share might appear modest, that is still an £8.6bn sector employing more than 84,000 people across 1,400 companies. The Council for Science and Technology has recently warned however, that the UK is losing its window to lead. Industry experts have […] UKTN (UK Tech News) · 29 May 2026 Industry news News in Brief | Commercial Partner News May News updates written by CIWM’s commercial partners. Greyparrot Kenvue partners with Greyparrot to accelerate circular consumer health packaging design Wood Recyclers’ Association Segregate waste wood at source to maximise recycling potential Plan B Plan B’s first Materials Recovery Facility is open VEV Don’t wait – move now to maximise government funding for your eRCVs Routeware Routeware Expan… Circular Online (CIWM) · 29 May 2026 Industry news Reform UK voters prefer solar farms to fracking, new polling reveals More than twice as many Reform UK voters would back a solar farm in their local area than support fracking, according to new polling that appears to contradict the party’s energy stance. The survey, conducted by ‘More in Common’ for the Energy and Climate Intelligence Unit, found that among people planning to vote for Reform […] Environment Journal · 29 May 2026 Industry news Bioservice advocates for improved cartridge sorting to maximise reuse value Bioservice has highlighted the importance of correctly separating and classifying used printer cartridges before they enter the waste stream, warning that reusable cartridges can lose their value if they are mixed with general waste or processed prematurely for recycling. The Recycler (imaging consumables recycling) · 29 May 2026 Industry news EM-DAT: Trump aid cuts could close database storing ‘world’s memory of disasters’ The world’s most comprehensive disaster database – relied on by thousands of climate scientists and... Carbon Brief · 29 May 2026 Industry news Will health policies survive Labour reset? The government is coming under growing pressure to pause the development of measures designed to encourage a shift to healthier, more sustainable diets Footprint Media (foodservice sustainability) · 29 May 2026 Industry news Dukosi to Showcase Live Demonstrations The Battery Show Europe 2026 Dukosi Ltd, the technology company revolutionising the performance, safety and sustainability of high-power battery systems, is pleased to announce its presence at The Battery Show Europe 2026 in Stuttgart, Germany. At the event, Dukosi will feature a live demonstration of its new DK-NFLNK communications solution for modular battery systems and will also showcase collaborations with industry pa… MEM Magazine (Manufacturing & Engineering) · 29 May 2026 Industry news Bulgarian border checks uncover counterfeit toner Border inspections could highlight continuing vulnerabilities in EU supply chain controls. The Recycler (imaging consumables recycling) · 29 May 2026 Industry news Cumbria waste firm fined £60k following death of employee A waste and recycling company in Cumbria has been fined £60,000 after an employee was struck and killed by a reversing telehandler at a site in Barrow-in-Furness. H. Wicks (Lindal) was also ordered to pay costs of £6,624.75 following the incident, which happened at the company’s waste and recycling facility on 12 May 2022. The … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 29 May 2026 Industry news Adnams to close five stores as cost pressures hit retail estate Adnams is closing five of its stores as it looks to reshape its retail estate, citing ‘sustained cost pressures’. The Suffolk-based beer, wine and spirits business will shut branches in Hadleigh, Norwich, Frinton-on-Sea, Saffron Walden and Stamford by 1 June. Adnams director of hospitality and retail Nick Attfield said the move followed a review of... Retail Gazette · 29 May 2026 Industry news Adnams to close five stores as cost pressures hit retail estate Adnams is closing five of its stores as it looks to reshape its retail estate, citing ‘sustained cost pressures’. The Suffolk-based beer, wine and spirits business will shut branches in… Grocery Gazette · 29 May 2026