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Industry news Costa Coffee and Sainsbury’s open their 50th in-store coffee shop Costa Coffee and Sainsbury’s have reached a major milestone in their partnership with the opening of a 50th café in a supermarket. The Costa Coffee store is located in Leicester… Grocery Gazette · 8 May 2026 Industry news The Urban Long Forest project launches to restore Wales’ hedgerows The post The Urban Long Forest project launches to restore Wales’ hedgerows appeared first on Keep Wales Tidy . Keep Wales Tidy · 8 May 2026 Industry news Dunlop brings bespoke KR tyre allocations to CIV Round 2 at Mugello Round 2 of the 2026 Dunlop CIV season takes place this weekend at Mugello Circuit, with Dunlop supplying tyres to every class in the Italian motorcycle racing championship. 2026 is Dunlop’s third year as exclusive tyre supplier across the series, equipping the full grid with KR racing slick and wet tyres. The allocation combines established specifications with development options that are evalu… Tyrepress · 8 May 2026 Industry news HoW and Scala Forge Strategic Partnership Heart of Worcestershire College ( HoW ) and Scala, Worcester’s new arts centre, have announced a significant partnership aimed at promoting career opportunities and curriculum development in the Arts, Construction, Business and Catering & Hospitality. Currently under construction in Worcester’s city centre, Scala will be a place where people can come together to enjoy, imagine, and cultivate a … MEM Magazine (Manufacturing & Engineering) · 8 May 2026 Industry news Real-time conservation: AI shrinks wildlife tracking from months to days Washington State University and Google have demonstrated that the AI model "SpeciesNet" can automate wildlife tracking with 90% accuracy compared to humans. Open Access Government — Environment · 8 May 2026 Industry news Perry AI founder: Sell before you build Shashwat Patel is the founder and chief executive of Perry AI, an AI-based legal tech platform that automates tasks including document reviews and compliance checks. In this week’s Founder in Five Q&A, Patel discusses the importance of understanding who your customers are before you build your product, the practice of ruthless prioritisation and his passion for […] UKTN (UK Tech News) · 8 May 2026 Industry news Dunlop Motorsport ready to take on the Nürburgring 24 Hours in the #17 Porsche GT3 R Dunlop Motorsport will contest the ADAC Ravenol 24h Nürburgring on 14-17 May 2026 with its #17 Porsche 911 GT3 R for the first time since the brand’s acquisition in Europe from Sumitomo Rubber Industries. As with its Falken brand, which will run a parallel entry in the long-standing teal and blue colours, the manufacturer is treating the Eifel endurance race as an annual centrepiece event for t… Tyrepress · 8 May 2026 Industry news Sustainability & Impact Summit and Awards | Free cricket tickets at the Kia Oval Packaging News is offering free cricket tickets at the Kia Oval with bookings for the Sustainability & Impact Summit. Packaging News (UK) · 8 May 2026 Industry news Pirelli reports 157-million-euro first quarter 2026 net profit, up 23% Pirelli has reported first quarter 2026 revenue of 1,737.2 million euros. At the same time, unit volumes were up 1.5 per cent due to the “positive performance of high value” product sales. As a result, so-called high value sales – that is large rim diameter products and SUV tyres – no account for 82 per cent of Pirelli revenues, up from 81 per cent in the first quarter of 2025. Those points als… Tyrepress · 8 May 2026 Industry news Tenders and contract wins round-up 8 May 2026 MRW Tenders and contract wins round-up 8 May 2026 Highlights include tender for licensed waste facility to treat RDF from Mechanical Biological Treatment (MBT), as well as an award to provide in-situ road recycling services. Tenders and contract wins round-up 8 May 2026 Joswin Corda MRW (Materials Recycling World) · 8 May 2026 Industry news Smurfit Westrock launches consultation process on future of Birmingham paper mill Smurfit Westrock has announced plans for a consultation process which may lead to the closure of its SSK paper mill in Birmingham, with 130 jobs at risk. Packaging News (UK) · 8 May 2026 Industry news Is foodservice prepared for its next packaging pain point? A harmful group of ‘forever chemicals’ commonly present in convenience food packaging is in the crosshairs of regulators, triggering a rush to seek alternatives Footprint Media (foodservice sustainability) · 8 May 2026 Industry news Delphi adds 191 new parts across braking, chassis and engine management ranges Delphi Technologies has rolled out a 191-part expansion of its aftermarket portfolio, adding 55 new braking references, 100 for steering & suspension, 35 in engine management and one in fuel management. Tyrepress · 8 May 2026 Industry news Weird Waste: what to do with medical waste The post Weird Waste: what to do with medical waste appeared first on Bristol Waste Company . Bristol Waste Company · 8 May 2026 Industry news Private equity group bids for Amcor’s European waste container business US private equity firm Pacific Avenue Capital Partners says it is in “exclusive negotiations” with packaging firm Amcor to acquire its bin-manufacturing arm ESE World. Packaging News (UK) · 8 May 2026 Industry news Bridgestone continues Maserati partnership with tyres for MCPura You’re counting the days until your new Maserati MCPura arrives, perhaps imagining what the neighbours will think. But have you spared a thought about the tyres? Breathe easy, as Bridgestone is the sole tyre partner for this successor to the MC20. With its 3.0 litre 621bhp engine, the MCPura can go from 0 to 60 in 2.9 seconds or under, with Bridgestone Potenza Sport tyres in size 245/35 ZR20 95… Tyrepress · 8 May 2026 Industry news Seraphim Space pulls in £137m from C-share sale Seraphim Space Investment Trust has raised £137m from its recent issuance of C-shares announced late last month. The group, which primarily invests across the space technology sector, announced on 27 April that it was looking to raise up to £350m through the offering of C-shares. The decision was made in part to take advantage of […] UKTN (UK Tech News) · 8 May 2026 Industry news UK communities to dive into national rock pooling wildlife challenge Communities across the UK are being invited to explore the hidden world of coastal rock pools as part of a nationwide wildlife competition taking place later this month. The Big Rock Pool Challenge National BioBlitz 2026, organised by The Rock Pool Project and the Marine Biological Association, will run from 23rd to 31st May, encouraging […] Environment Journal · 8 May 2026 Industry news 15 of the best quotes from Sir David Attenborough On his 100th birthday, we share some of our favourite quotes from the broadcaster and natural historian Positive News · 8 May 2026 Industry news Research: Assessment of recycling capacity in Scotland for fishing and aquaculture gear Research into the current and potential future recycling capacity for end-of-life fishing and aquaculture gear in Scotland, to support processing of the known and likely volumes produced in these sectors. Resource Futures · 8 May 2026 Industry news Tom Parker Creamery partners with farm-owned co-operative First Milk Tom Parker Creamery has partnered with British farm-owned co-operative First Milk to strengthen its push towards regenerative dairy and long-term supply chain sustainability. The deal aims to bring two businesses… Grocery Gazette · 8 May 2026 Industry news GIT expands with local toner production in Kenya German Imaging Technologies (GIT) Dubai LLC has announced the start of local ECOPLAN toner manufacturing in Kenya. The Recycler (imaging consumables recycling) · 8 May 2026 Industry news Brother printer business holds firm Consumables strength offsets slowing hardware demand amid tariff and geopolitical pressures. The Recycler (imaging consumables recycling) · 8 May 2026 Industry news City of London calls for tech-led fraud fight The City of London Corporation is calling on tech firms to build stronger digital verification services as fraud continues to wreak havoc on the financial sector. The organisation has launched a digital verification initiative that through it has urged the tech industry to support the development of these services on behalf of the financial sector. […] UKTN (UK Tech News) · 8 May 2026 Industry news South East Water announces resignation of David Hinton as Chief Executive Officer David Hinton has today resigned as Chief Executive Officer of South East Water (SEW). SEW confirmed he will remain in post to allow what the company described as an “orderly […] Water Magazine · 8 May 2026 Industry news EPEAT Renew expands stakeholder push The Global Electronics Council has widened industry engagement around its proposed EPEAT Renew ecolabel, launching a call for experts to help shape standards for refurbished electronics. The Recycler (imaging consumables recycling) · 8 May 2026 Industry news Weekly Prices Update for 8 May 2026 MRW Weekly Prices Update for 8 May 2026 MRW’s regular reporting of movements in the markets for secondary materials Weekly Prices Update for 8 May 2026 Joswin Corda MRW (Materials Recycling World) · 8 May 2026 Industry news The loophole that’s swallowing England’s wildlife The government’s justification for retaining a key exemption from England’s Biodiversity Net Gain rules is built on examples of developments that would not have needed to comply with the policy in the first place, according to a new briefing. Wildlife and Countryside Link and The Wildlife Trusts are challenging the government’s decision to keep the […] Environment Journal · 8 May 2026 Industry news NESI tech powers Vulcan lithium plant build Construction has commenced on Vulcan Energy Resources’ Central Lithium Plant within the Infraserv Industrial Park Höchst, Frankfurt, marking a significant commercial deployment of NORAM Electrolysis Systems Inc.’s (NESI) industrial electrochemical platform.The facility forms a core component of Vulcan’s Lionheart Project, one of Europe’s most advanced integrated geothermal‑lithium and renewable… BEST Magazine (Batteries & Energy Storage Technology) · 8 May 2026 Industry news Titan International enters the rubber tracks market Titan International says that customers have “long anticipated” its entry into the rubber track market, and for them the wait is over. The company has debuted its Titan Rubber Tracks range for compact track loaders and mini excavators. Titan comments that the Titan Rubber Tracks line represents “a new product category for the brand, extending its trusted capabilities beyond wheels and tyres.” T… Tyrepress · 8 May 2026 Industry news West Northamptonshire approves three-weekly black bin collections West Northamptonshire Council has approved plans to move thousands of households to three-weekly black bin collections from spring 2027. The change brings services in Northampton and South Northamptonshire in line with arrangements already operating in Daventry. The decision was approved by Cabinet at a meeting on 5 May 2026 and will apply to properties with … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 8 May 2026 Industry news Sainsbury’s worker sacked after tackling abusive champagne thief A long-serving Sainsbury’s worker has allegedly been sacked after tackling an aggressive Champagne thief just hours after helping perform CPR on a security guard who collapsed in-store. Gary MacArthur, who… Grocery Gazette · 8 May 2026 Industry news Pret A Manger appoints Stefan Porter as chief supply chain officer Pret A Manger has named Stefan Porter as its new chief supply chain officer as the food-to-go chain looks to support its global growth plans. Porter joins the business from… Grocery Gazette · 8 May 2026 Industry news Magnum hits back at investor claims over Ben & Jerry’s governance row The Magnum Ice Cream Company has rejected claims from a coalition of investors that its handling of Ben & Jerry’s could put the brand’s long-term value at risk. A group… Grocery Gazette · 8 May 2026 Industry news Primark Welcomes New York Shoppers to Flagship in Manhattan’s Herald Square - Primark Corporate Primark newsroom · 8 May 2026 Industry news Mounting pressure on retail as footfall takes sharp decline - British Retail Consortium British Retail Consortium news · 8 May 2026 Industry news Ocean Spray refreshes the Cosmopolitan with new cranberry serve Ocean Spray has launched a new range of Cosmopolitan recipes as it looks to tap into renewed consumer interest in classic cocktails with a modern twist. The cranberry juice brand… Grocery Gazette · 8 May 2026 Industry news Lindt opens 30th store in Manchester Swiss chocolate manufacturer Lindt has announced plans to launch a new shop in the Trafford Centre, Manchester, on 28 May as it expands its UK footprint. This marks a milestone… Grocery Gazette · 8 May 2026 Industry news What went right this week: health wins, green energy victories and more There were big health wins, Mexico pledged free healthcare for all, and Amsterdam ditched fossil fuel ads, plus more Positive News · 8 May 2026 Industry news Ella’s Kitchen expands beyond baby food with new range for bigger kids Ella’s Kitchen has launched a new range for older toddlers and young children, marking a major move beyond its core baby food offer. The UK baby food brand has introduced… Grocery Gazette · 8 May 2026