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Canon bolsters security portfolio
Canon Singapore Pte. Ltd. (Canon Singapore) announced a new and comprehensive cybersecurity suite to empower organisations in strengthening their cybersecurity resilience.
The Recycler (imaging consumables recycling) · 26 May 2026
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GIT enters refurbished laptop market
First certified renewed delivery signals expansion from printing into trusted IT hardware.
The Recycler (imaging consumables recycling) · 26 May 2026
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Nation of Sale Reporting Requirements Explained
UK Packaging EPR Nation of Sale reporting is a key requirement for producers, and understanding what it involves is essential for compliance. Der Beitrag Nation of Sale Reporting Requirements Explained erschien zuerst auf United Kingdom (EN) .
ERP UK (European Recycling Platform) · 26 May 2026
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2026 breaks all-time May temperature records with ‘tropical night’
Ignoring the tradition of Bank Holiday wash-outs, the long weekend saw thermometers rocket days after a new climate repot delivered recommended urgent adaptation steps. Temperatures across Britain went well above averages for this time of year over the long weekend. Peaking yesterday, Monday 25th May, Kew Gardens is believed to be the hottest recorded temperature […]
Environment Journal · 26 May 2026
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Traffic pollution study sparks action to save Dorset heathlands
A major air quality monitoring project is helping conservationists identify where traffic pollution is causing the greatest damage to Dorset’s internationally important heathlands, with restoration work already underway at several sites. Dorset Council and Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Council have been working alongside volunteers to gather new data on pollution levels affecting some of …
Air Quality News · 26 May 2026
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How Environmental Risk Intelligence is Reshaping Property Underwriting
Accurately assessing property risk necessitates a clear understanding of how the surrounding environment is likely to evolve. Whether the concern is wildfire, flood, hurricane, or severe convective storm, risk is rarely static. As such, successful underwriting hinges on the ability to know what is happening around the asset and how those conditions change. Developments in commercial Earth obser…
MEM Magazine (Manufacturing & Engineering) · 26 May 2026
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If you want to get online, prove you’re human – Nick Pickles, Tools for Humanity
This week’s podcast guest is Nick Pickles, chief policy officer at Tools for Humanity. Tools for Humanity was co-founded by OpenAI’s Sam Altman and provides ways to verify human identity with the belief that the only way to counteract fakery and misinformation is to prove our own humanity. Pickles discusses the technology the firm uses, […]
UKTN (UK Tech News) · 26 May 2026
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EuroBLECH 2026 Unveils Innovation Zone to Spotlight the Future of Advanced Manufacturing
EuroBLECH 2026 is set to take a significant step forward in showcasing the future of sheet metal working with the launch of the Innovation Zone | Advanced Manufacturing. Designed as a high-visibility feature at the heart of the exhibition, the new zone will bring together the technologies and solutions redefining modern manufacturing. Taking place from 20 to 23 October 2026 at the Hanover Exhib…
MEM Magazine (Manufacturing & Engineering) · 26 May 2026
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iGuzzini achieves EcoVadis Gold
iGuzzini has been awarded the EcoVadis Gold Medal for the fourth consecutive year, placing the Italian brand in the top 5 per cent of […]
Recolight · 26 May 2026
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Megaman unveils ‘expanding’ LED retrofit tray
Megaman has unveiled a LED retrofit tray which can be expanded to accommodate bulkheads of various sizes. The EasyFix D260 […]
Recolight · 26 May 2026
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UK startups could benefit from £3bn EU fund
The UK could be on the verge of joining a startup funding scheme run by the European Union worth €4bn (£3.45bn). According to a report provided by the EU Commissioner for startups Ekaterina Zaharieva (pictured) to the Financial Times, the move could happen later this year. Securing the deal would require a reversal of a […]
UKTN (UK Tech News) · 26 May 2026
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That was the show that was
A candid reflection on launching Recycler Live & Trade Days and why Dortmund proved the right choice.
The Recycler (imaging consumables recycling) · 26 May 2026
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Entries sought for Plastics Industry Awards 2026
ENTRIES are now open for the 25th anniversary edition of The Plastics Industry Awards 2026. Two new categories are featured this year: EPR Leadership and Smart Manufacturing. Companies and individuals from across the UK and Republic of Ireland plastics industry are invited to enter online at: www.plasticsawards.com. Winners will be announced at a ceremony in […]
Packaging Scotland · 26 May 2026
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5 in-store partnerships retail leaders should be watching this May
With ecommerce booming, experiential retail is crucial for retailers right now to entice shoppers to the high street with engaging experiences.
Retail Gazette · 26 May 2026
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Ten-print breaks ground on industrial park
On the morning of 21 May 2026, the groundbreaking ceremony for the Ten-print industrial park was successfully held at the project site.
The Recycler (imaging consumables recycling) · 26 May 2026
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Wheat straw trial shows route to MMCF scale-up
New report claims wheat straw can successfully replace wood pulp in viscose and lyocell production, creating fabrics that meet brand […]
Ecotextile News · 26 May 2026
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Crew Clothing expands Jodie Burrage partnership with Crew Sport ambassador role
Crew Clothing has expanded its partnership with British tennis player Jodie Burrage, who has been named an official ambassador for its Crew Sport performance range. The premium British lifestyle retailer said Burrage will now wear Crew Sport apparel on court, marking a key step in the brand’s push into technical sportswear. Burrage already works with...
Retail Gazette · 26 May 2026
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MM Packaging Deeside appoints new MD
MM Packaging Deeside has announced the appointment of Dave Whitworth as its new MD. Dave was previously operations director at the cartonboard specialist, and his appointment has been described as providing the business with continuity and stability as it continues to drive for growth. Dave began his management career at Metal Box before joining Oldham-based […]
Packaging Scotland · 26 May 2026
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Zhono chips weather firmware upgrades
The company says testing confirms compatibility across HP, Ricoh and Brother devices worldwide.
The Recycler (imaging consumables recycling) · 26 May 2026
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MM Packaging Deeside appoints new managing director
MM Packaging Deeside has appointed Dave Whitworth as its new managing director.
Packaging News (UK) · 26 May 2026
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Rampf targets battery manufacturing efficiency at Battery Show Europe
Germany’s Rampf will present polyurethane, silicone and epoxy-based materials alongside automated dispensing systems for battery and electronics manufacturing at The Battery Show Europe 2026 next month. The company said its focus at the Stuttgart event will be on improving process reliability, reducing cycle times and maintaining consistent quality in applications including potting, sealing, bo…
BEST Magazine (Batteries & Energy Storage Technology) · 26 May 2026
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EMR: Metal and cable theft costs the UK economy £500m a year
Metal recycler EMR has linked up with Openreach and Crimestoppers to tackle cable and metal theft. The campaign urges the public to report metal theft – which costs the UK economy £500 million a year. The appeal follows a series of incidents that have caused widespread disruption. Bruce Miller, Commercial Director at EMR, said: “Copper … Read More
letsrecycle.com News · 26 May 2026
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Pantum deepens India retail push
Pantum India has signed a strategic association with Vishal Peripherals, according to the original ANI/VMPL report.
The Recycler (imaging consumables recycling) · 26 May 2026
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ELVES Advances Safe End-of-Life Electric Vehicle Processing with Sligo and Athlone EV Dismantling Training Sessions
ELVES has continued its nationwide Electric ELVES training programme with sessions in Sligo and Athlone. Delivered by Salvage Wire, the free training helps ATFs build the safety knowledge and practical skills needed to process end-of-life electric and hybrid vehicles responsibly.
ATF Professional · 26 May 2026
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Asda chief customer officer on the supermarket’s latest refresh
Asda is continuing to push ahead with the second year of its turnaround, as it seeks to win back market share from rival supermarkets.
Retail Gazette · 26 May 2026
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UK Government to Consult on Certification Reform for PPT
The post UK Government to Consult on Certification Reform for PPT appeared first on Clarity .
Clarity Environmental · 26 May 2026
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ADQ’s Push for Recognition in Italy
ADQ Ruggiero Delvecchio and board member Gabriele Cotti discuss the association’s growing role in Italy, its dialogue with government, and the need to recognise authorised treatment facilities as essential to compliant, circular vehicle recycling.
Auto Recycling World · 26 May 2026
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FPC warns UK food security depends on global supply chains, not just domestic production
Britain cannot simply “grow its way out” of food security concerns and must maintain a strong global fresh produce supply chain, the Fresh Produce Consortium (FPC) has warned. The trade…
Grocery Gazette · 26 May 2026
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HSBC invests £400m in UAE data centre firm to support mass rollout
HSBC has agreed to provide $550m (£408m) to a United Arab Emirates-based data centre and AI infrastructure company to support the deployment of sites across the US and Europe. Core42, owned by the Abu Dhabi-based tech-focused holding company G42, has secured the funding across two structured trade finance facilities. The facilities have been provided to […]
UKTN (UK Tech News) · 26 May 2026
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Five practical ways to feel better and make a difference
Dr Mark Williamson, director of Action for Happiness, shares five small changes that really can make a difference to your life
Positive News · 26 May 2026
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OPRL (On-Pack Recycling Label) · 26 May 2026
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ADBA attends Utility Week Live 2026: Connecting Biogas with the Wider Utilities Agenda
ADBA attends Utility Week Live 2026: Connecting Biogas with the Wider Utilities Agenda This week on the 19-20 May, members of Anaerobic Digestion and Bioresources Association’s (ADBA) Policy and External Affairs team attended Utility Week Live 2026 at the NEC in Birmingham, joining stakeholders from across the energy, water and wider utilities sectors at a critical moment for infrastructure, re…
ADBA (Anaerobic Digestion & Bioresources Association) · 26 May 2026
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Half of Brits unaware everyday veg can be grown in the UK, Aldi finds
Half of UK consumers do not know that everyday vegetables such as courgettes, cucumbers and aubergines can be grown on British soil, new research from Aldi has found. The supermarket’s…
Grocery Gazette · 26 May 2026
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Environment Agency publishes list of 117 high priority waste sites
The Environment Agency has released a watchlist of 117 high priority waste sites it says are ‘causing concerns within local communities’.
Circular Online (CIWM) · 26 May 2026
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Northern Irish health tech expands in the US after FDA win
Neurovalens, a Northern Irish tech startup developing wearable non-invasive neurological treatments, is set to expand its sales overseas after securing US regulatory approval. The Belfast group has secured De Novo approval from the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for its technology designed to treat post-traumatic stress disorder. The system works by using low-level electrical […] The pos…
UKTN (UK Tech News) · 26 May 2026
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Pip Organic secures retail listing at M&S Food Hall
Pip Organic has announced a retail listing for its smoothie range at M&S Food Halls this month. The brand’s Pineapple & Mango Smoothie and Banana and Purple Carrot Smoothie are…
Grocery Gazette · 26 May 2026
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Grocery firms warn packaging levy will keep food prices under pressure
Grocery manufacturers and retailers are facing renewed cost pressure after ministers refused to scrap the Extended Producer Responsibility scheme, despite industry warnings that it is pushing up food prices and…
Grocery Gazette · 26 May 2026
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Solar scheme cleans China’s air and lifts millions out of poverty
A major solar energy programme in rural China has managed to boost local incomes while also significantly improving air quality, according to new research published in the journal Nature Portfolio. The study examined China’s Photovoltaic Poverty Alleviation Program (PPAP), a government-backed initiative designed to tackle poverty and energy inequality by helping low-income households generate e…
Air Quality News · 26 May 2026
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OPINION: ‘Landfill tax and disposal – Lessons from a recent Tax Tribunal decision’
As partners at law firm Stewarts, David Pickstone, Head of Tax Disputes, and Anastasia Nourescu, Tax Disputes, recently represented “the taxpayer” in a £1.3 million tribunal over landfill tax. The First-tier Tribunal concluded that no taxable “disposal” had occurred when an environmental permit lapsed at businessman Jonathan Nuttall and North Killingholme Storage Limited’s (NKSL) North … Read M…
letsrecycle.com News · 26 May 2026
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Attack on Iran’s oil released as much pollution as a volcano
Airstrikes on Tehran earlier this year emitted a plume containing almost 30,000 tonnes of sulphur dioxide that reached Asian countries
New Scientist — Environment · 26 May 2026