Recycling news: 2026

Industry news ASA bans ads from leading retailers after misleading Black Friday The Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) has banned ads from John Lewis, Debenhams and Boots for making misleading savings claims, following “proactive” monitoring of Black Friday promotions. The rulings are part of a wider project on pricing practices and were flagged by the watchdog’s AI-powered Active Ad Monitoring system. It follows investigations made last November into... Retail Gazette · 19 May 2026 Industry news CCC: Investing in ‘urgent’ UK adaptation action ‘cheaper than climate damages’ Investing in flood defences, air conditioning and other measures to protect the UK from climate... Carbon Brief · 19 May 2026 Industry news EnerSys launches AlphaCell 4.0HP+ TPPL battery for outdoor telecoms EnerSys has launched its new AlphaCell 4.0HP+ battery, a thin plate pure lead (TPPL) product designed to improve service life predictability in outdoor and edge communications network deployments across North America.The company said the battery was developed in response to increasing environmental variability faced by cable broadband and telecommunications operators as networks expand further … BEST Magazine (Batteries & Energy Storage Technology) · 19 May 2026 Industry news Plastic Packaging Tax consultation mulls certification overhaul MRW Plastic Packaging Tax consultation mulls certification overhaul Feedback is being sought to understand the impacts of introducing stricter evidence requirements to prove level of recycled content used in plastic packaging Plastic Packaging Tax consultation mulls certification overhaul Neil Merrett MRW (Materials Recycling World) · 19 May 2026 Industry news Green Dot to DigiDot: What the shift means for EU packaging As Green Dot Europe evolves into DigiDot, a new QR-based digital label is emerging to deliver location-specific recycling guidance across EU markets. This shift, alongside PPWR, will impact packaging artwork, labelling, and compliance planning—making it essential for producers to review their current approach now. Valpak · 19 May 2026 Industry news MEMBER PRESS RELEASE – Delivering success: the 6 keystones of client satisfaction MEMBER PRESS RELEASE – Delivering success: the 6 keystones of client satisfaction By Matt Hale, Global Business Development Director, HRS Heat Exchangers Whether you are producing widgets or pumps, bioenergy or fillers, or complex heat transfer equipment, the components of good customer service remain the same. At HRS Heat Exchangers, 70% of our business comes… ADBA (Anaerobic Digestion & Bioresources Association) · 19 May 2026 Industry news Viridor says chemical recycling in UK and Europe ‘uninvestable’ MRW Viridor says chemical recycling in UK and Europe ‘uninvestable’ Firm proposes closure of plastic recycling operations in Scandinavia, citing lack of support from governments and cheap virgin imports Viridor says chemical recycling in UK and Europe ‘uninvestable’ Daniel Bosley MRW (Materials Recycling World) · 19 May 2026 Industry news Factcheck: Trump’s false claims about the IPCC and ‘RCP8.5’ climate scenario Among a flurry of posts on social media last weekend, US president Donald Trump declared... Carbon Brief · 19 May 2026 Industry news Recycling and materials bodies argue case for retaining PRN system MRW Recycling and materials bodies argue case for retaining PRN system Joint letter written to senior government figures following recent consultation makes case to retain and reform existing system to evidence meeting packaging recycling obligations Recycling and materials bodies argue case for retaining PRN system Neil Merrett MRW (Materials Recycling World) · 19 May 2026 Industry news AZuR survey: Retreading situation ‘critical’ Respondents to a recent international industry survey describe the current state of retreading as “critical” or “declining”. The main reason? The increasing price pressure caused by cheap new tyre imports. A clear majority is therefore calling for stronger political support for sustainable tyre solutions such as retreading. The results of the survey will be presented publicly for the first time… Tyrepress · 19 May 2026 Industry news Loop signs MoU for first commercial manufacturing facility Loop Industries is one step closer to completing one of the world’s largest textile-to-textile recycled polyester hubs after receiving approval […] Ecotextile News · 19 May 2026 Industry news Industry aligns on green factory standards Cascale convenes more than 30 organisations to agree a shared environmental performance baseline for textile manufacturing facilities worldwide SAN FRANCISCO […] Ecotextile News · 19 May 2026 Industry news Solar farm on the ocean outperforms land-based solar in Taiwan A solar farm in a tidal bay has generated more electricity and profits than a nearby coastal solar farm, but challenges could arise as floating solar moves further offshore New Scientist — Environment · 19 May 2026 Industry news The Environmental Impacts of AI AI's environmental impact is not a peripheral technical question – it sits squarely within the scope of corporate sustainability. Anthesis Group · 19 May 2026 Industry news GEEIQ raises £5m to power virtual worlds analytics Virtual worlds intelligence platform GEEIQ has secured $6.8m (£5m) in new investment led by YFM Equity Partners, with participation from GFR, Haymarket and existing angel investors, as brands accelerate investment across platforms including Roblox, Fortnite and ZEPETO. GEEIQ offers insights, data and analytics for games and virtual worlds to help brands navigate, measure and grow […] UKTN (UK Tech News) · 19 May 2026 Industry news Goodyear’s Dalian tyre plant wins green accreditation Goodyear’s Pulandian plant in Dalian, China has been officially certified as a “Green Factory in Dalian”. One reason for that success is the largescale installation of solar power at the site. In 2023, Goodyear announced that 29,700 solar panels had been installed at its Dalian plant. The panels are designed to power the plant, as well as office and warehouse buildings. Tyrepress · 19 May 2026 Industry news Hoka celebrates first year as title sponsor of Hackeny Half Marathon with new campaign Hoka has unveiled a multi-channel campaign to mark its first year as a title sponsor of the Hackney Half Marathon. Devised by creative agency Jellyfish, the campaign consisted of out-of-home activations, partnerships with Citymapper and Lime and guerilla wildposting. The marketing drive also featured two commissioned murals along the race course. One mural was installed... Retail Gazette · 19 May 2026 Industry news Cities are going down, while sea levels are going up New research has revealed that 71% of the world’s coastal population live in regions where the land is sinking, making rising seas twice as dangerous. The study, published today in Nature Communications, has found that the average coastal resident is experiencing sea-level rise of about 6mm per year, which is nearly double the climate-driven rate […] Environment Journal · 19 May 2026 Industry news Electric car fires up 133%, but recyclers should keep the risk in context Electric car fires have risen sharply, but the figures need context. For ATFs and vehicle recyclers, the priority is robust lithium-ion battery handling, safe storage and emergency planning. ATF Professional · 19 May 2026 Industry news VW offering Bridgestone Potenza sport as electric GTI option Exactly half a century after debuting the Golf GTI, Volkswagen is attempting to electrify its EV range with a “GTI of a new era,” the new VW ID.Polo GTI. It launched its first all-electric GTI at this year’s Nürburgring 24 Hour race, presenting a “powerful and highly agile compact sports car” that can accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in 6.8 seconds thanks to an output of 166 kW (222.6 hp). The pos… Tyrepress · 19 May 2026 Industry news In conversation with: NatWest Payit’s James Hodgson Fintech is often held up as the gold standard of a UK tech success story. One that took a sector that the country was already a global leader in, finance, and spawned an enormously valuable sister sector that has gone on to represent a huge percentage of the world’s third largest tech industry. When it […] UKTN (UK Tech News) · 19 May 2026 Industry news Realities of Weather within Recycling Brian Bachand of Westover Auto Salvage explains how weather becomes a daily operational reality for auto recyclers, influencing planning, safety, logistics, dismantling and customer expectations across the yard. Auto Recycling World · 19 May 2026 Industry news Two Recolight executives recognised with honorary fellowships of the Society of Light and Lighting Recolight CEO Nigel Harvey and marketing and communications manager Suzanne Castine received SLL honorary fellowships at the AGM in CIBSE’s […] Recolight · 19 May 2026 Industry news Ford Energy signs 20GWh energy storage deal with EDF in North America Ford Motor Company – in the form of its new subsidiary Ford Energy – has signed a five-year framework agreement with EDF Group subsidiary EDF power solutions North America covering up to 20GWh of battery energy storage systems (BESS), marking a major step in Ford’s expansion into the stationary energy storage sector.Under the agreement, EDF… BEST Magazine (Batteries & Energy Storage Technology) · 19 May 2026 Industry news Wind-assisted cargo ships could more than halve shipping emissions If wind-assisted cargo ships chose routes based entirely on where the winds are better, their fuel use could be cut in half or even completely eliminated New Scientist — Environment · 19 May 2026 Industry news The circular economy is central to Britain’s energy and resource security This post is by Jenny Grant, head of organics and natural capital at the Renewable Energy Association (REA). It is part of a series of blogs exploring why different businesses and sectors have been calling for the government to release its delayed Circular Economy Growth […] Green Alliance blog (Inside Track) · 19 May 2026 Industry news Aeolus investing in $395 million Egypt tyre plant JV with Prometeon Aeolus Tyre has announced plans to invest 2,680.55 million yuan (roughly $390 million; 340 million euros; £290 million) in a truck, agricultural and OTR tyre factory alongside the existing Prometeon manufacturing operation in Alexandria, Egypt. Construction is expected to take 20 months. The planned annual production capacity will be: 1.5 million truck and bus tyres, 30,000 engineering radial t… Tyrepress · 19 May 2026 Industry news Orimulsion: lessons from Britain’s brief flirtation with Venezuelan oil What do Donald Trump, Powergen and National Power have in common? We investigate short-sighted plans to exploit highly polluting South American fossil fuels, and the environmental fallout. It only took three days for the first energy-related crisis of 2026 to begin. On Saturday 3rd January, the US military launched strikes against a number of targets […] Environment Journal · 19 May 2026 Industry news PPMA Show 2026 to tackle skills shortage THE PPMA Show 2026 will look to tackle the skills gap and how to bridge it when it returns to Birmingham’s NEC from September 22-24. Amongst the wealth of insight available to visitors to this year’s event, will be on-the-ground advice and support on how to bridge the skills gap within their organisations courtesy of Automate […] Packaging Scotland · 19 May 2026 Industry news Report shows ‘clear shift’ in how UK manufacturers are approaching digital transformation ROCKWELL Automation has announced the UK findings of its annual State of Smart Manufacturing Report, which claim to highlight a ‘more disciplined’ phase of digital transformation. The study, based on feedback from more than 1,500 manufacturing leaders globally, highlights a ‘clear shift’ in how UK manufacturers are approaching digital transformation. With 87% of organisations now […] Packaging Scotland · 19 May 2026 Industry news Packaging supply chain voices alarm at rumours of PRN changes Companies and associations throughout the packaging supply chain have reacted to rumours that the Food and Drink Federation and British Retail Consortium are calling for the removal of the Packaging Waste Recycling Note (PRN) system. Packaging News (UK) · 19 May 2026 Industry news Denim specialists partner for AI-driven fabric line Soorty and Jeanologia launch AI-led fibre-to-finish concept that is said to cut water, energy, and chemical use KARACHI/VALENCIA – Denim […] Ecotextile News · 19 May 2026 Industry news Report flags issues for Spain’s textile waste sector Moda re- study offers comprehensive analysis of the collection, treatment and reuse of used textiles across Spain MADRID – The […] Ecotextile News · 19 May 2026 Industry news Ardagh Glass Packaging launches transformation initiative ARDAGH Glass Packaging (AGP) has launched a new initiative designed to transform its business, enhance its competitive position, and secure long-term success in the glass packaging market. The Clearly Ardagh project is focused on better aligning capacity with market demand, driving efficiency, strengthening commercial partnerships, and reinforcing a ‘high-performance culture’ throughout the org… Packaging Scotland · 19 May 2026 Industry news Faerch Sustainability Report shows strong progress Faerch’s 2025 Sustainability Report outlines the company’s progress on key sustainability topics, highlighting its delivery of circular, low-carbon food packaging solutions to the market. Packaging News (UK) · 19 May 2026 Industry news Animal feed and bedding producers adapt packaging strategies AMCOR has been exploring evolving packaging requirements across Europe’s animal feed and bedding markets in a recent insights article. Across the UK, the firm revealed it has seen feed and bedding producers continue to adapt packaging strategies as operational demands increase and regulatory requirements evolve. Traditionally, pre-made bags have been widely used across the sector. […] Packaging Scotland · 19 May 2026 Industry news Porsche details 800V battery architecture for electric Cayenne at AABC Europe Porsche outlined the battery technology behind its upcoming all-electric Cayenne, at the Advanced Automotive Battery Conference (AABC) Europe in Mainz today, explaining the company’s emphasis on structural integration, thermal management and charging flexibility.Nina Winterholler, head of battery mechanics at Porsche, described the high-voltage battery as a central enabling technology for the v… BEST Magazine (Batteries & Energy Storage Technology) · 19 May 2026 Industry news The fast-moving future of digital payments – Iana Dimitrova, OpenPayd This week’s podcast guest is Iana Dimitrova, chief executive of OpenPayd, who discusses how we are moving towards a world where AI agents will be making transactions without human intervention. Dimitrova also shares her thoughts on the governor of the Bank of England’s comments about stablecoins threatening the very nature of money and how the […] UKTN (UK Tech News) · 19 May 2026 Industry news Gold rating highlights Tosca’s sustainability progress TOSCA has been awarded a Gold EcoVadis rating for 2026 in recognition of the firm’s sustainability progress. The rating places the reusable packaging company among the top 5% of businesses assessed worldwide. “Across Europe, we are seeing sustainability move from ambition to operational reality,” said Laurent Le Mercier, EMEA president, Tosca. “Customers increasingly want clear […] Packaging Scotland · 19 May 2026 Industry news Plastic Packaging Tax UK: Guide for Food and Beverage Producers 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 UK: Guide for Food and Beverage Producers erschien zuerst auf United Kingdom (EN) . ERP UK (European Recycling Platform) · 19 May 2026