Recycling news: 2026

Industry news Scott Bennett to headline entertainment at Automechanika Birmingham Garage Awards 2026 Acclaimed comedian Scott Bennett has been confirmed as the special guest entertainer for the Automechanika Birmingham Garage Awards 2026. Hosted by the Independent Automotive Aftermarket Federation (IAAF) and headline sponsored by LKQ Euro Car Parts, the awards take place on Wednesday 3 June 2026 at the NEC Birmingham as part of the UK Garage & Bodyshop Event 2026. With a record number of entri… Tyrepress · 1 May 2026 Industry news Kerry Group reports strong first-quarter results Food manufacturer Kerry Group reported a strong performance in its first quarter results for 2026, with a volume growth of 3.1 per cent despite an ongoing challenging market within the… Grocery Gazette · 1 May 2026 Industry news Can caterers lead a revival in Britain’s forgotten meat? From football fans to squaddies, wild venison is being introduced to new audiences as a more sustainable, affordable alternative to beef Footprint Media (foodservice sustainability) · 1 May 2026 Industry news Inside Tilray’s BrewDog rescue: CEO Irwin Simon on fixing a fallen craft giant In March, Tilray Brands agreed to acquire key assets of BrewDog for £33m, securing the global brand, UK brewing operations and a limited number of bars, while other parts of… Grocery Gazette · 1 May 2026 Industry news UK tech funding roundup: This week’s deals from Enviromena to HDS This week’s UK tech funding deals include renewable energy group Enviromena, roadside quality assurance provider HDS and more. UKTN tracked £1.73bn worth of UK tech investment this week (27 April to 1 May), a 1,574% week-on-week increase across 11 funding rounds. Here’s your weekly roundup of UK tech startup funding deals. Enviromena – £825m Sector: Energy […] UKTN (UK Tech News) · 1 May 2026 Industry news Appointments Round-Up (01/05/2026) Appointments round-up, featuring First Mile, Ecosurety, FAUN-Zoeller UK and Local Partnerships. Former Pennon Group CEO Susan Davy to lead First Mile First Mile Group has announced the appointment of Susan Davy as its new Chief Executive Officer. Davy joins the company following 18 months of growth, including its acquisition by Warren Equity Partners in December … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 1 May 2026 Industry news Executive Chairman and Co-Founder, Robin Brundle Addresses the UN on Critical Mineral Resilience The post Executive Chairman and Co-Founder, Robin Brundle Addresses the UN on Critical Mineral Resilience appeared first on Recyclus Group | The UK’s First Industrial Scale Lithium-Ion Battery Recyclers . Recyclus Group news · 1 May 2026 Industry news Over three-quarters of NHS hospital sites have no EV chargers More than three quarters of NHS hospital sites across England do not have a single electric vehicle charging point, according to new analysis from online used car retailer cinch. Data from the latest NHS Estates Returns Information Collection (ERIC) shows that just 670 out of 2,901 hospital sites – only 23% – currently offer EV […] Air Quality News · 1 May 2026 Industry news Ross targets pilot-scale precision with new DPM-10 mixer Charles Ross & Son Company has introduced a new double planetary mixer aimed at laboratory and pilot-scale processing of high-viscosity and specialty materials.The DPM-10, unveiled in April 2026, is designed to handle batch sizes from 2 to 12 gallons (7.6 to 45.5 litres), with a total vessel capacity of 15 gallons (56.8 litres). The system… BEST Magazine (Batteries & Energy Storage Technology) · 1 May 2026 Industry news EuroBLECH is Where Sheet Metal Working Comes to Life. From forming and cutting to joining, surface treatment and automation, this is the place to see the full production chain in action. Not in theory, but on the show floor. Machinery running. Materials being processed. Real conversations with the people who design, build and use these technologies every day. If you are responsible for production, engineering, or investment decisions, this is wher… MEM Magazine (Manufacturing & Engineering) · 1 May 2026 Industry news Beyond COP30: How cities are leading the climate agenda Three months after COP30, the most consequential climate leadership isn’t coming from national capitals, it’s coming from city halls, where implementation, accountability and public trust converge. Open Access Government — Environment · 1 May 2026 Industry news How entry-level jobs can work in the age of AI Now that AI has firmly found itself embedded into the workplace, fears over how the automation of so many tasks could hurt jobs is not going anywhere. This is not a concern for the future, it is happening right now. While the exact figures vary, research from the likes of Goldman Sachs and Morgan Stanley […] UKTN (UK Tech News) · 1 May 2026 Industry news ICAC launches carbon credits initiative New programme aims to deliver new income streams to cotton farmers by linking sustainable production practices directly to financial returns […] Ecotextile News · 1 May 2026 Industry news Weekly Prices Update for 1 May 2026 MRW Weekly Prices Update for 1 May 2026 MRW’s regular reporting of movements in the markets for secondary materials Weekly Prices Update for 1 May 2026 Joswin Corda MRW (Materials Recycling World) · 1 May 2026 Industry news ‘Ghost MOT’ cases double in 1 year In February 2025, we reported on the DVSA’s efforts to reduce MOT fraud, including the introduction of vehicle photos to the process. Nevertheless, ‘ghost’ MOTs – cases of fraud where MOT passes are issued without an inspection of the vehicle ever taking place – persist and, according to Halfords are on the rise. Since ghost MOTs are issued to a vehicle despite no inspection having taken place,… Tyrepress · 1 May 2026 Industry news Coke Uplift Fiji - Coca-Cola Coca-Cola Great Britain media center · 1 May 2026 Industry news HiQ partners with PocDoc on mobile healthcare HiQ Tyres & Autocare has collaborated with leading digital health company PocDoc to prepare and equip a community health vehicle at its Maidenhead autocentre, which is now being deployed across the UK to improve access to cardiovascular screening. PocDoc’s Neighbourhood Health Bus was prepared and built at HiQ Tyres & Autocare Maidenhead, and is being used to deliver the company’s Healthy Heart… Tyrepress · 1 May 2026 Industry news Catherine Wagner to Lead Mobilians’ ELV Recyclers Catherine Wagner has been unanimously elected of Mobilians’ ELV Recyclers division, with a new board set to focus on continuity, regulatory change, EV and battery challenges, circular economy parts and action against illegal operators. Auto Recycling World · 1 May 2026 Industry news The vehicle recycling industry must not wait to be invited into circularity’s inner circle As automotive circularity moves from sustainability ambition to commercial reality, ATFs and vehicle recyclers must prove their value through traceability, quality recovery, data and stronger partnerships with OEMs, insurers, repairers and recyclers. ATF Professional · 1 May 2026 Industry news The auto recycling industry must not wait to be invited into circularity’s inner circle As automotive circularity becomes driven by regulation, profit and supply-chain resilience, vehicle recyclers must not wait for OEMs to define the market. The sector needs to invest in traceability, quality systems and partnerships to secure its place in future circular value chains. Auto Recycling World · 1 May 2026 Industry news MPs increase pressure on South East Water Chief Executive after critical report MPs have intensified pressure on South East Water Chief Executive David Hinton after publishing a critical report into the company’s performance and governance, with the Environment, Food and Rural Affairs […] Water Magazine · 1 May 2026 Industry news EC judgement on the Irish Renewable Heat Obligation (RHO) proposal and French biomethane mandate By Dr Gareth Mottram, Policy Lead, ADBA. Back in August last year, I wrote an article on the proposal for the Irish Renewable Heat Obligation (RHO). Within that I flagged that this proposal had a significant risk of not being implemented. Specifically because of the preferential bias for domestic gas producers. This creates a… ADBA (Anaerobic Digestion & Bioresources Association) · 1 May 2026 Industry news Heineken UK and Beavertown Brewery announce executive leadership changes Heineken UK and Beavertown Brewery have announced a series of senior leadership changes as they push towards the next phase of development for the two businesses. The on-trade sales director… Grocery Gazette · 1 May 2026 Industry news Blackcircles research: 87% of UK motorists say potholes are a local problem New research from online tyre retailer Blackcircles suggests potholes remain a near-universal frustration for drivers, with the company combining a survey of 2,000 UK motorists and Freedom of Information requests to local authorities to assess both perception and reported activity. According to the survey, 87 per cent of respondents say potholes are a problem in their local area, while just 1 p… Tyrepress · 1 May 2026 Industry news Digital waste tracking legislation put before Parliament Legislation outlining the Government’s plans to introduce mandatory digital waste tracking in England have now been put before Parliament. Packaging News (UK) · 1 May 2026 Industry news The Payments Association CEO to step down The Payments Association, a trade body representing the payments sector, has announced chief executive Ben Agnew will step down. Agnew took the reins of the trade body back in 2020 and in his tenure saw membership and revenue grow considerably. The stepping down of Agnew follows a recently secured investment at The Payments Association that […] UKTN (UK Tech News) · 1 May 2026 Industry news Formula One integrates ATS Euromaster Centres, aiming for 250 Having completed the acquisition of 35 former ATS Euromaster centres, Formula One Autocentres reports that it has saved over 130 jobs. The family-run business has expanded its network of centres to 170 as part of the deal, rapidly increasing its national footprint and growing in the North East, North West, South West and Wales. Tyrepress · 1 May 2026 Industry news The month in review – April 2026 Given the geopolitical circumstances, the Aldersgate Group has continued... Aldersgate Group · 1 May 2026 Industry news Cullen unveils £5m expansion of Glasgow base amidst increasing demand CULLEN has responded to growing demand with a £5 million investment to expand its Glasgow manufacturing operations. Currently producing around 500 million products annually, the business is targeting a doubling of output through continued investment in capacity and expansion into new markets. The investment in its Glasgow site has already seen increased output as demand […] Packaging Scotland · 1 May 2026 Industry news EXCLUSIVE: Hundreds caught in Simpler Recycling rule breach checks The Environment Agency (EA) has issued hundreds of advisory notices to businesses suspected of breaching Simpler Recycling requirements. According to industry figures seen by letsrecycle.com, 273 companies were anonymously reported to the regulator via its Simpler Recycling non-compliance reporting tool. Of these, 232 were deemed to fall within the scope of the regulations, and therefore … Read… letsrecycle.com News · 1 May 2026 Industry news Saica Group’s £10m warehouse project becomes operational Saica Pack has announced the launch of its new warehouse in Hartlepool, County Durham. Packaging News (UK) · 1 May 2026 Industry news Firefighters tackle 200 tonnes of waste in Port Talbot fire A large fire involving hundreds of tonnes of waste at a recycling site in Port Talbot is now “deescalating”, with crews expected to remain on site for several days to fully extinguish hotspots. Emergency services were called to the blaze at AWD Group’s yard on Dock Road yesterday (30 April 2026), where approximately 200 tonnes … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 1 May 2026 Industry news ALDI BRINGS BACK FAN FAVOURITE MATCHA FOR JUST £1.49 • Hailed as a “favourite” by Aldi shoppers, Aldi’s Mokate Matcha Latte returns to the middle aisle from 7th May as part of the Taste of Asia range• Available in ‘Original’ and ‘Strawberry’ flavours, the Japanese-inspired drinks land as #Matcha continues to surge in popularity with over 4.3 million TikTok videos Calling all matcha lovers […] Aldi UK Press Centre · 1 May 2026 Industry news Macpac and Valpak to develop carbon tool Macpac has collaborated with Valpak to develop an in-house carbon calculator tool. Packaging News (UK) · 1 May 2026 Industry news Embedd founder: Be intentional about testing Michael Lazarenko is the co-founder of Embedd a platform that uses AI to convert semiconductor datasheets and documentation into structured, machine-readable models. In this week’s Founder in Five Q&A, Lazarenko discusses why running effective tests is vital, why founders always need to raise more capital than they think and the power of 10-minute naps. What one […] UKTN (UK Tech News) · 1 May 2026 Industry news UK’s DRS set for 20p deposit across all containers following studies A flat 20p deposit will be applied across all in-scope containers once the impending deposit return scheme (DRS) goes live in October 2027. Exchange for Change – the organisation behind Scotland, England, and Northern Ireland’s DRS – confirmed that the 20p deposit will be applied to all single-use drinks in PET plastic, steel, and aluminium […] Packaging Scotland · 1 May 2026 Industry news The FIFA World Cup 26™ Can Hunt - Coca-Cola Coca-Cola Great Britain media center · 1 May 2026 Industry news Fanta launches Dark Cherry variant and an on-pack gaming promotion Coca-Cola has unveiled a limited-edition Fanta Dark Cherry variant and an on-pack gaming promotion in partnership with Xbox. The activity marks Fanta’s first-ever global gaming campaign in the UK, in… Grocery Gazette · 1 May 2026 Industry news See It in Action: Access the Latest Recovery Innovations Live in Frankfurt Step onto the show floor in Frankfurt this June and you’ll hear it before you see it – the low hum of machinery, the movement of materials, the rhythm of industrial systems running in real time. Conveyors in motion. Sensors scanning. Metals separating. Batteries dismantled. Data destroyed. This is not theory. This is recovery – live. On 17–18 June 2026, Messe Frankfurt becomes the global meetin… MEM Magazine (Manufacturing & Engineering) · 1 May 2026 Industry news UK leads Europe in clean tech funding, report finds The UK clean tech sector has reclaimed its spot as the best funded in Europe, according to the findings of a new report. Research conducted by the group Cleantech for UK has found that funding for the sector reached £7.2bn in 2025, up significantly from the £5.6bn raised the previous year. This puts the UK […] UKTN (UK Tech News) · 1 May 2026