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Industry news Why ecocide laws could be coming far sooner than many predict - ENDS Report ENDS Report · 12 May 2026 Industry news London Mayor supporting cheaper travel with extended fare deal - Public Sector Executive Public Sector Executive · 12 May 2026 Industry news Liverpool City Council brings women together to call for urgent action on health inequality - Public Sector Executive Public Sector Executive · 12 May 2026 Industry news Request for information on Household Residual Waste Disposal Contract - North London Waste Authority North London Waste Authority · 12 May 2026 Industry news Enva and EKFB Shortlisted for Food Waste and Organics Initiative of the Year - enva.com Enva · 12 May 2026 Industry news What ICB Devolution Means for Integrated Local Health and Care Leadership - Local Gov Jobs LocalGov · 12 May 2026 Industry news Goodyear sponsor & sole tyre supplier of TGP Championship Drawing on decades of Truck Grand Prix heritage, the TGP Championship is a new German racing series that commences at the Hockenheimring on 16-17 May 2026. Goodyear will serve as exclusive tyre supplier to the series, providing racing tyres made from 55 per cent sustainable materials. It will also retread the used racing tyres at its facility in Germany and repurpose these for commercial transp… Tyrepress · 12 May 2026 Industry news EU urged to push biodegradable materials in circular economy plans The development and expanded use of biodegradable materials derived from non-synthetic sources must be better incentivised within EU circular economy policy, the European Commission has been told. Packaging News (UK) · 12 May 2026 Industry news THIS to open free vegan tattoo parlour for plant-based steak campaign THIS is taking over a London tattoo parlour this weekend as part of its latest plant-based steak campaign. The brand will open the ‘A Delicious Misteak Tattoo Parlour’ at Flamin’… Grocery Gazette · 12 May 2026 Industry news “Time to act” if regulation is going to help deliver growth, says Lords Committee A House of Lords Committee has warned that a combination of unclear guidance from Government, legislative restrictions and the need to balance growth with their other duties might result in […] Water Magazine · 12 May 2026 Industry news ICO issues fine of nearly £1m against South Staffordshire Plc and South Staffordshire Water Plc following major cyber attack and data breach The Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) has fined South Staffordshire Plc and South Staffordshire Water Plc (together South Staffordshire) £963,900 following a serious cyber attack that resulted in the personal information […] Water Magazine · 12 May 2026 Industry news Scottish Water confirms companies which will help deliver multi-billion pound transformation of water and waste water infrastructure Scottish Water has confirmed the partner companies which will work with it to transform Scotland’s water and waste water infrastructure in the publicly-owned utility’s biggest programme of investment ever. Scottish […] Water Magazine · 12 May 2026 Industry news Outdoor brands join nylon recycling push Samsara Eco expands circular nylon textile recycling network with Outdoor performance brands and with EU and US industry associations RIVA […] Ecotextile News · 12 May 2026 Industry news Eliquo Hydrok appoints new Head of HR Eliquo Hydrok has appointed Dawn George as Head of HR. Dawn joins the company having spent 14 years at the Eden Project in Cornwall as HR & Inclusion Director and […] Water Magazine · 12 May 2026 Industry news Whitesands construction contract awarded Dumfries and Galloway Council has awarded the main works contract for the Whitesands Flood Protection and Public Realm Improvement Scheme in Dumfries to McLaughlin & Harvey. Following the council’s two‑stage […] Water Magazine · 12 May 2026 Industry news Disabled youth in Plymouth given the chance to shine at Theatre Royal Plymouth with support from South West Water South West Water’s parent company, Pennon, is providing support for Theatre Royal Plymouth’s (TRP) Young Company Bursary project. The bursary provides fully and partially funded spaces on drama courses for young people facing […] Water Magazine · 12 May 2026 Industry news Nationalisation of British Steel ends uncertainty for recyclers: BMRA MRW Nationalisation of British Steel ends uncertainty for recyclers: BMRA Recycling association welcomes legislation that would empower the Government to take British Steel back into public ownership after 38 years Nationalisation of British Steel ends uncertainty for recyclers: BMRA Daniel Bosley MRW (Materials Recycling World) · 11 May 2026 Industry news ADBA Responds to Carbon Capture, Usage and Storage Non-Pipeline Transport On 1 May 2026, ADBA has submitted its response to the government’s consultation on Carbon Capture, Usage and Storage (CCUS) Non-Pipeline Transport (NPT). The UK’s AD sector is already delivering over 250,000 tonnes per year of biogenic CO2 through existing gas upgrader plants, with near-term capacity for up to 1 million tonnes and a longer-term potential… ADBA (Anaerobic Digestion & Bioresources Association) · 11 May 2026 Industry news ADBA Responds to NI Resources and Waste Management Strategy Consultation On 6 May 2026, ADBA has submitted a response to the Northern Ireland Resources and Waste Management Strategy consultation, setting out what AD needs from the strategy to play its full role in NI’s circular economy and net zero ambitions. We supported the vision, targets, and objectives as drafted, but identified gaps that could limit the sector’s contribution if left unaddressed. We asked… The … ADBA (Anaerobic Digestion & Bioresources Association) · 11 May 2026 Industry news Finalists announced for the REA’s British Renewable Energy Awards 2026 REA (Association for Renewable Energy and Clean Technology) · 11 May 2026 Industry news Finalists announced for the REA’s British Renewable Energy Awards 2026 REA (Association for Renewable Energy and Clean Technology) · 11 May 2026 Industry news Kenco unveils Matcha Latte and Espresso Concentrate Coffee brand Kenco has launched two new flavours, Kenco Matcha Latte and Espresso Concentrate, which will be available from May onwards. According to the business, the move aims to meet… Grocery Gazette · 11 May 2026 Industry news Weetabix unveils new Crispy Minis Chocolate Chip format Weetabix has launched a new 850g pack format of its Crispy Minis Chocolate Chip, which is now available in stores nationwide. This new 850g pack offers a larger format for… Grocery Gazette · 11 May 2026 Industry news International Tyres names Daniel Koumi as BDM International Tyres has added Daniel Koumi to its sales team in the position of business development manager (BDM). Announcing the news, company representatives said “Koumi brings a wealth of sales experience and a proven track record in business development across a variety of industries”, adding: “We are delighted to have him on board and looking forward to introducing him to our customers an… Tyrepress · 11 May 2026 Industry news PolyJoule releases video of third-gen self-extinguishing battery PolyJoule, an MIT spinout developing conductive polymer batteries, has unveiled a third-generation battery chemistry designed to self-extinguish under extreme thermal conditions for stationary energy storage applications.The Boston-based company said the new large-format prismatic cell combines a proprietary conductive polymer cathode with a liquid salt electrolyte and is aimed at commercial, i… BEST Magazine (Batteries & Energy Storage Technology) · 11 May 2026 Industry news Greenline Tyres becomes Marangoni Ringtread partner in Morocco Marangoni reports that Greenline Tyres joins its Ringtread partner network. According to the retreading materials and systems supplier, the partnership “reinforces Marangoni’s position in North Africa and supports local fleet businesses in delivering sustainable and cost-efficient tyre retreading solutions”. Tyrepress · 11 May 2026 Industry news Elections in England and Scotland – what do the results mean for the AD sector? Local elections in England and Devolved Government Elections in Scotland – what do the results mean for the AD sector? By Cameron Ball, External Affairs Lead, ADBA With votes counted and the dust beginning to settle on last Thursday’s local elections in England and devolved government elections in Scotland, we can now reflect on the… ADBA (Anaerobic Digestion & Bioresources Association) · 11 May 2026 Industry news Sealed Air adds compact paper cushioning system to ProPad portfolio SEALED Air has announced the addition of a new compact paper cushioning system to its ProPad range, designed to integrate into fast-paced conveyor lines and work cells where space is limited. The new ProPad Mini creates custom-length fanfold paper pads at high speeds. Sealed Air revealed it can run one or two-ply paper made from […] Packaging Scotland · 11 May 2026 Industry news Plaid Cymru to lead Welsh Government after landmark Labour defeat MRW Plaid Cymru to lead Welsh Government after landmark Labour defeat Welsh parliament falls out of Labour control for the first time since its 1999 inception with new leadership committing to drive ahead with DRS aims and plans to limit single-use plastics Plaid Cymru to lead Welsh Government after landmark Labour defeat Neil Merrett MRW (Materials Recycling World) · 11 May 2026 Industry news GFA launches 2030 Circularity Blueprint for EU textile industry Global Fashion Agenda (GFA) has released its 2030 Circularity Blueprint, setting out ways to close the gaps preventing Europe from building a functioning textile-to-textile recycling system. edie — packaging/waste tag feeds · 11 May 2026 Industry news Biffa wins renewed £250m Oxfordshire waste contract South Oxfordshire and Vale of White Horse District Councils have extended its joint waste collection and street cleansing contract with Biffa. The new contract will begin on 29 June 2026 and has been designed with flexibility in mind ahead of potential local government reorganisation and future legislative changes. The agreement has a minimum term of … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 11 May 2026 Industry news Two days to go: Awards for Excellence 2026 almost sold out With just two days until the Awards for Excellence in Recycling & Waste Management 2026, organisers have confirmed that the event is almost sold out – with only a handful of tables remaining. The ceremony takes place on Wednesday 13 May at the JW Marriott Grosvenor House, Park Lane, London, and will bring together over … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 11 May 2026 Industry news British Steel nationalisation ‘ends months of uncertainty’ for scrap operators The proposed nationalisation of British Steel has been welcomed by the metals recycling industry, with operators hoping the move could bring certainty to the UK scrap steel market. In a statement, the British Metals Recycling Association (BMRA) said the announcement “ends months of uncertainty for metals recycling operators”, many of whom supply British Steel with … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 11 May 2026 Industry news DVSA updates trailer tyre inspection rules The DVSA has updated its Individual Vehicle Approval (IVA) Inspection Manual for O1-O4 trailers. Version 13 of the manual, dated 5 May 2026, brings Section 46 to its sixth revision – and those working in trailer manufacture, import, or IVA examination may be interested. Two changes stand out. Tyrepress · 11 May 2026 Industry news Carbon Guide May 2026 Welcome to the May edition of our Anthesis Carbon Guide, this month focuses on Carbon Dioxide Removal (CDR). Anthesis Group · 11 May 2026 Industry news A community’s fight to restore fire-ravaged moorland A documentary has been released telling the story of a devastating moorland wildfire that swept through the Goyt Valley, near Buxton, in spring 2025 and the ongoing community-led efforts to restore the landscape. Commissioned by Moors for the Future Partnership, the film centres on the voices of local residents, businesses and volunteers who witnessed the […] Environment Journal · 11 May 2026 Industry news The UK’s food waste problem has a powerful renewable energy solution For decades, waste was viewed as the end of the line as something to landfill, incinerate or simply remove from sight. Today, that thinking is rapidly changing. Across the UK and beyond, food waste is increasingly being recognised not as rubbish, but as a valuable resource capable of generating renewable energy, reducing emissions, supporting agriculture […] Keenan Recycling · 11 May 2026 Industry news Nscale’s rapid growth continues with £580m boost London-based AI data centre group Nscale’s meteoric rise continues with a new $790m (£580m) investment. Nscale has raised the additional financing to support the development of an AI data centre in Narvik, Norway. The injection comes just two months after the company was valued at $14bn following a £1.5bn Series C funding round. “Together, these […] UKTN (UK Tech News) · 11 May 2026 Industry news LekoTech targets used parts digitization LekoTech and co-founder Francesco Carbone says the biggest barrier to scaling reused-parts sales is not demand, but the difficulty of accurately digitising complex spare-parts inventory. The company is targeting that challenge with inventory management, fitment support and e-commerce integration for dismantlers. Auto Recycling World · 11 May 2026 Industry news Packsize confirms trio of key appointments ON-demand packaging specialist Packsize has announced a series of appointments to support its expansion in the UK and Europe. Jo Bradley has been promoted to director European business development, taking on responsibility for developing pan-European opportunities. She will work with regional sales directors to further expand the potential for customers to benefit from automated right-size […] Packaging Scotland · 11 May 2026