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Industry news Albourgh presenting growing off-highway range at TTC 2026 Albourgh Tyres debuted as a commercial vehicle tyre range several years ago but is now poised to enter other segments. The brand intends to share further details at The Tire Cologne 2026, where it will present selected examples of its new tyres for specialist applications, including industrial solids, port equipment, construction machinery and forestry. Tyrepress · 18 May 2026 Industry news Deoxygenation: Climate warming driving sustained oxygen loss in global rivers A study published in Science Advances reveals that global rivers are experiencing widespread and sustained deoxygenation. Open Access Government — Environment · 18 May 2026 Industry news Greenpixie raises £4.7m to decarbonise cloud and AI data centres Cloud and AI efficiency startup Greenpixie has closed a £4.7m pre-Series A round to accelerate its provision of usage-based sustainability data for cloud users. According to figures from the International Data Center Authority (IDCA), data centres are responsible for up to 6% of electricity consumption in the UK and US. It is estimated that almost […] UKTN (UK Tech News) · 18 May 2026 Industry news Viridor considers closing chemical plastics operations Viridor is considering the closure of its chemical plastics recycling operations, citing weak market conditions and a lack of policy certainty across the UK and the EU. Viridor said the move reflects “significant pressure” facing plastics recycling markets across Europe, where demand for recycled polymers has weakened amid competition from low-cost virgin plastics. The company … Read More The p… letsrecycle.com News · 18 May 2026 Industry news Air pollution linked to higher risk of two forms of dementia Long-term exposure to air pollution is associated with a significantly increased risk of developing two serious forms of dementia, according to a new study that adds to growing evidence of the damage toxic air causes to the brain. The research found that people exposed to higher levels of PM2.5 faced nearly four times the risk […] Air Quality News · 18 May 2026 Industry news Mutti warns tomato prices could rise as energy costs surge Mutti has warned that prices could increase if oil prices remain high during the crucial summer tomato harvest season. The Italian food group, one of Europe’s largest producers of chopped… Grocery Gazette · 18 May 2026 Industry news Royal warrant greengrocer near Balmoral goes up for sale A Highland delicatessen and greengrocer with a royal warrant to supply King Charles has been put on the market. Deeside Deli in Ballater, Aberdeenshire, is being sold for offers over… Grocery Gazette · 18 May 2026 Industry news Successful Launch Event Signals Strong Start for HDM Solar in Livingston HDM Solar, one of the UK’s fastest-growing suppliers of renewable energy products, officially opened its first Scottish branch on Friday 8th May in Livingston at Brucefield Industrial Park West. The new branch is strategically located to serve installers in Scotland and the North of England with quality products from HDM Solar’s platinum partners, including Astronergy, Fastensol, SolaX, Sungrow… MEM Magazine (Manufacturing & Engineering) · 18 May 2026 Industry news Magnum shares jump on reports of private equity takeover interest Shares in Magnum Ice Cream Company surged after reports that private equity firms Blackstone and Clayton, Dubilier & Rice are exploring a potential bid for the Ben & Jerry’s owner.… Grocery Gazette · 18 May 2026 Industry news Matalan plots Irish market debut amid turnaround push Matalan is reportedly preparing to enter the Irish market as it looks to push ahead with its store expansion plans. The retailer has appointed Savills to explore potential locations across Ireland, with the business understood to be focusing on retail park units. According to The Times, no deal has been completed yet. Matalan currently operates... Retail Gazette · 18 May 2026 Industry news Is Primark about to launch ecommerce due to pressure from Shein and Temu? Primark is allegedly preparing to launch online delivery for the first time in its history, as growing pressure from digital rivals Shein and Temu bites. The brand has long resisted home delivery, arguing that its low prices and tight margins make the economics of fulfilment and returns difficult to justify. However, sources told The Times... Retail Gazette · 18 May 2026 Industry news Morrisons staff back pay deal as customer assistant rate rises to £13.11 Morrisons supermarket and manufacturing workers have voted in favour of a new pay deal that will see the customer assistant hourly rate rise to £13.11 later this year. It said the agreement, which covers colleagues under its national agreement with USDAW, received a 91.87 per cent vote in favour in a recent ballot. The deal... Retail Gazette · 18 May 2026 Industry news BCC warns crime is becoming ‘serious barrier’ to UK growth The British Chambers of Commerce has called on the government to strengthen support for companies after new research found that two-fifths of firms had experienced some form of crime over the past year. The business group, which represents tens of thousands of companies across the UK, said crime was forcing bosses to divert time and... Retail Gazette · 18 May 2026 Industry news Support for British SME energy costs as fuel prices soar The UK Business Climate Hub has relaunched in a bid to help small and medium sized enterprises navigate the ongoing gas and oil turmoil, and improve resilience. Delivered by Downing Street, the Broadway Initiative, and a number of industry partners, the online resource offers practical guidance on cutting energy bills, accessing finance, improving efficiency and […] Environment Journal · 18 May 2026 Industry news Insurers say ‘nature risk is now inseparable from financial risk’ Loss of biodiversity is now being recognised as a major material threat to policy providers. On Wednesday 13th May, government figures, insurance industry experts and other stakeholders attended an event at Lloyd’s as part of Nature Tech Week. The focus was on new technologies which can be reshape how the insurance sector measures and monitors […] Environment Journal · 18 May 2026 Industry news Solar installations 'through the roof' - The Ecologist The Ecologist · 18 May 2026 Industry news Government explores North of England Olympic bid - Public Sector Executive Public Sector Executive · 18 May 2026 Industry news Tesco boss Ken Murphy’s pay rises to £10.8m Tesco chief executive Ken Murphy saw his pay rise by more than £1m last year after the supermarket giant delivered stronger sales, profit growth and its highest market share in a decade. Murphy received £10.8m in total pay for the year, up from the previous year, as Tesco continued to benefit from the weaker performance... Retail Gazette · 18 May 2026 Industry news Swatch shuts stores after Royal Pop watch launch sparks crowd chaos Swatch was forced to close stores across the UK and parts of Europe and the US over the weekend after the launch of its limited-edition Royal Pop watch triggered huge crowds, scuffles and police intervention. The £335 timepiece, created in collaboration with luxury Swiss watchmaker Audemars Piguet, drew shoppers and resellers to Swatch stores overnight,... Retail Gazette · 18 May 2026 Industry news Industry analysis notes ‘surging’ plastic costs and demand from Iran conflict Global demand for recycled plastics has rapidly increased in response to the onset of the recent conflict between the US and Iran, new industry research claims. Packaging News (UK) · 18 May 2026 Industry news Herbert Walkers invests in new Heidelberg press Herbert Walkers has acquired a second new Heidelberg Speedmaster XL106 6+L. Packaging News (UK) · 18 May 2026 Industry news Buying five reused items saved me £3.5k – the government should help everyone do the same I think my love of the circular economy may have started with the love of a bargain. I can’t begin to calculate the many thousands of pounds I’ve saved only filling my wardrobe with secondhand clothing and furnishing my home with high quality finds from […] Green Alliance blog (Inside Track) · 18 May 2026 Industry news The Label Makers delivers foil labels for haircare brand The Label Makers has created holographic foil labels for the Head Candy Professional Peptide Range from Inline Health and Beauty. Packaging News (UK) · 18 May 2026 Industry news Mondi and Dreco create new powder detergent packaging Mondi has partnered with Dreco to develop powder detergent packaging with 50% post-consumer recycled content. Packaging News (UK) · 18 May 2026 Industry news Glass sector warns over impact of rising environmental costs UK glass manufacturers have warned that rising environmental levies and energy-related costs could threaten investment and long-term competitiveness within the sector. Packaging News (UK) · 18 May 2026 Industry news SEPA appoints new Deputy Chief Executive The Scottish Environment Protection Agency (SEPA) has appointed Kirsty-Louise Campbell as Deputy Chief Executive following an internal recruitment process. SEPA says the newly created Deputy Chief Executive role will enable […] Water Magazine · 18 May 2026 Industry news Sir Robert Goodwill appointed as chair of Yorkshire Bathing Water Partnership Former MP Sir Robert Goodwill has been appointed the chair of the Yorkshire Bathing Water Partnership. The partnership brings together Yorkshire Water, the Environment Agency and local authorities where Yorkshire’s bathing waters are located. […] Water Magazine · 18 May 2026 Industry news Farmer fined after pollution kills a thousand fish A Cornish farmer has been told to pay out £3,765 after a spill of digestate at his farm led to a fish kill in the River Ottery. Truro magistrates’ court heard that Norman Osborne, 57, […] Water Magazine · 18 May 2026 Industry news Southern Water misses FEO deadlines at Burham works The Drinking Water Inspectorate (DWI) has reported that Southern Water has failed to meet two deadlines set out under a Final Enforcement Order (FEO) at its Burham works. The missed […] Water Magazine · 18 May 2026 Industry news Buildapp - Mobile - buildapp.unilever.com Unilever news · 18 May 2026 Industry news Water UK appoints alternative dispute resolution services provider Water UK has appointed Dispute Resolution Ombudsman to deliver free and independent alternative dispute resolution services for water company customers in England and Wales. Most customer disputes are resolved directly […] Water Magazine · 18 May 2026 Industry news Emma Hardy to deliver keynote address at Flood & Coast 2026 The organiser of Flood & Coast 2026 has announced that Emma Hardy will deliver the keynote address at the event, due to take place in Liverpool from 9-11 June 2026. […] Water Magazine · 18 May 2026 Industry news Minister Browne welcomes progress on landmark wastewater projects in Donegal Uisce Éireann’s landmark investment in three new wastewater treatment plants across Donegal was marked last week with a visit by Ireland’s Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage, James Browne […] Water Magazine · 18 May 2026 Industry news DWI issues warning letter to United Utilities over Cranage water quality case The Drinking Water Inspectorate (DWI) has issued a warning letter to United Utilities over deficiencies in the management and investigation of water quality concerns affecting four properties in Cranage, Cheshire. […] Water Magazine · 18 May 2026 Industry news Nature Minister Mary Creagh visits Heacham Habitat Bank in Norfolk to see Biodiversity Net Gain in action The Minister for Nature, Mary Creagh MP, visited Heacham Habitat Bank in Norfolk to see how large-scale nature recovery is being delivered through a combination of approaches, including Biodiversity Net […] Water Magazine · 18 May 2026 Industry news Volvo’s low-emission trucks and National Parks’ peatland restoration project: 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, Volvo’s low-emission trucks, and much more. edie — Circular Economy tag · 18 May 2026 Industry news Bring Library of Things to Lancaster - Library of Things Library of Things · 18 May 2026 Industry news Xinjiang labour transfers test brand due diligence Forced labour transfers of Uyghur workers from Xinjiang to factories across China have “increased significantly” since the end of zero-Covid, […] Ecotextile News · 17 May 2026 Industry news Cotton LCA claims net negative emissions New US cotton LCA reports net negative cradle‑to‑gate emissions, highlighting fertiliser, field emissions and irrigation as key hotspots CARY — […] Ecotextile News · 17 May 2026 Industry news Fire and ‘sheer volume’: how Britain’s 6m-vape problem is putting recycling under strain Despite the ban on disposables, waste professionals say the mountain of discarded devices is a £1bn-a-year issue It is 2pm and Ana, 47, has just started the afternoon shift at the Suez recycling plant near Birmingham city centre, standing beneath a sign reading “Non-ferrous sorting station” with a bucket of vapes in front of her. Sorting and dismantling them is part of her job as a site operati… The Guardian — Environment · 17 May 2026