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Industry news Cropped 6 May 2026: Forest loss falls | Deforestation regulations | Saving ‘India’s Galapagos’ We handpick and explain the most important stories at the intersection of climate, land, food... Carbon Brief · 6 May 2026 Industry news Mondi produces brown paper packaging with white digital printing for Riedel Glas Mondi has produced innovative packaging made of brown kraftliner with white digital printing for its long-standing customer Riedel Glas to support the market launch of the All American Bourbon glass series. Packaging News (UK) · 6 May 2026 Industry news Why EPR matters for businesses This blog makes the case for why EPR matters in the business world. For too many organisations, Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) still gets filed under 'cost of doing business'. It’s often seen as a hefty admin task or another deadline to worry about. That's a shame, because it misses the point entirely. Der Beitrag Why EPR matters for businesses erschien zuerst auf United Kingdom (EN) . ERP UK (European Recycling Platform) · 6 May 2026 Industry news What Does It Cost to Maintain a Porsche Long-Term? Buying a Porsche is only half the equation. The real financial picture starts taking shape after the keys are in hand. Oil changes, brake jobs, and the occasional major repair all accumulate over the years. It doesn't matter whether someone commutes in a Cayenne or saves a 911 for sunny weekends. Having a clear sense of ongoing costs makes ownership far less stressful and a lot more enjoyable. … Tyrepress · 6 May 2026 Industry news Sungrow achieves landmark grid‑forming validation Sungrow has completed the world’s first large‑scale grid‑forming validation at a time when renewable‑heavy power systems urgently need stronger grid stability.The company, a major provider of PV inverters and energy storage systems, carried out 14 scenarios over 138 hours, meeting international standards. TÜV Rheinland independently verified the results.Henry Liu, General Manager of the Microgr… BEST Magazine (Batteries & Energy Storage Technology) · 6 May 2026 Industry news Deforestation could trigger Amazon tipping point in the 2030s At least 15 per cent of the Amazon has already been lost, and further destruction could unleash widespread rainforest dieback with as little as 1.5°C of global warming New Scientist — Environment · 6 May 2026 Industry news Mass balance without guardrails becomes a risk. With guardrails, it can be a bridge. How do we transform the materials behind everyday products? For industries originally built on fossil-based plastics, progress towards non-fossil feedstocks isn't an easy switch, as the LEGO Group's chief sustainability officer Annette Stube explains. edie — packaging/waste tag feeds · 6 May 2026 Industry news CAMSO enters UK and Ireland compact construction tyre and track market CAMSO Construction has launched operations in the UK and Ireland, extending its European roll-out for compact construction tyres and rubber tracks. The move follows RPG Group’s September 2025 acquisition of Michelin’s compact construction tyres and tracks business and comes after an initial expansion phase in Southern Europe. The company said it will manage distribution directly and has receive… Tyrepress · 6 May 2026 Industry news Maxam appoints Chris Rhoades as zone sales director for Northern US In USA, Maxam Tire has appointed Chris Rhoades as zone sales director – north. He is tasked with leading sales across the company’s northern region in the US specialty tyre aftermarket. Tyrepress · 6 May 2026 Industry news Linglong shows 85% sustainable materials concept tyre at WBCSD meeting Linglong Tire used the World Business Council for Sustainable Development (WBCSD) meeting in Montreux, Switzerland (27–30 April 2026) to present a new Sustainable Concept Tyre containing 85% sustainable materials. The manufacturer says it is aiming to make all Linglong tyres from 100 per cent sustainable materials by 2040, alongside a corporate plan to cut CO2 emissions by 2030 and reach climat… Tyrepress · 6 May 2026 Industry news Absolut Vodka unveils brown box packaging solution DS Smith and Absolut Vodka have introduced a brown box packaging solution to protect the brand’s flavoured vodka and wider spirts product range. The new packaging solution comprises 100% recyclable fibre-based corrugated cardboard material and is designed to provide robust protection for Absolut Vodka deliveries during their transit to customers in stores and outlets, or […] Packaging Scotland · 6 May 2026 Industry news Vacancy: Three-week summer journalism internship at Carbon Brief This vacancy has now closed. Carbon Brief is offering an exciting opportunity for students, or... Carbon Brief · 6 May 2026 Industry news Amcor continues to support Ocado Retail’s refill project AMCOR is to continue producing bespoke containers for the Refill Coalition’s ongoing work with Ocado Retail. The project allows Ocado Retail to deliver online orders for everyday products such as pasta, rice, and washing liquid in refillable packaging. Consumers are encouraged to hand back empty containers to their driver on the next delivery, allowing for them […] Packaging Scotland · 6 May 2026 Industry news Bridgestone points fleets to quick efficiency wins amid ongoing cost pressure Commercial fleet operators continue to face high running costs and pressure to boost efficiency. Bridgestone and its Commercial Business Unit director David Almazan have outlined a set of operational measures it says can help truck fleets cut fuel use, reduce downtime and improve overall vehicle availability. Tyrepress · 6 May 2026 Industry news Can businesses close the ambition-action gap on animal welfare? Nicky Amos of Business Benchmark on Farm Animal Welfare tells Nick Hughes how foodservice businesses are progressing on animal welfare and why the focus must shift from targets to delivery Footprint Media (foodservice sustainability) · 6 May 2026 Industry news Plastics Recycling Awards Europe 2026 winners announced THE winners of the Plastics Recycling Awards Europe 2026 have been unveiled at the tenth Plastics Recycling Show Europe (PRSE) in Amsterdam. From high-performing recycled-content applications to next-generation recycling machinery and game-changing individuals, organisers said this year’s recipients demonstrate how Europe’s plastics recycling value chain keeps advancing circularity in the regio… Packaging Scotland · 6 May 2026 Industry news Hollingsworth & Vose GEM plate technology wins BCI Innovation Award GEM, a novel lead-acid battery plate architecture developed by Hollingsworth & Vose, in collaboration with New Zealand-based ArcActive, won the top Innovation Award at the 2026 Battery Council International (BCI) Convention in Nashville on Monday.The award, named in honour of Sally Breidegam Miksiewicz of East Penn Manufacturing, was presented by her son, Matt Miksiewicz. The… BEST Magazine (Batteries & Energy Storage Technology) · 6 May 2026 Industry news Andy Armstrong Appointed MD of FANUC UK and FANUC Ireland Factory automation specialist FANUC has named Andy Armstrong as the new Managing Director of FANUC UK and FANUC Ireland, effective immediately. With a long history in the automation sector and over 40 years’ experience in engineering & sales, Andy has spent the past two years as Vice Managing Director for FANUC UK and FANUC Ireland. Andy’s new appointment will see him continue the positive step… MEM Magazine (Manufacturing & Engineering) · 6 May 2026 Industry news Delta XD Expand Relationship with ZEISS as a #HandsOnMetrology Partner Delta XD Limited has further strengthened its partnership with ZEISS, announcing its appointment as an official #HandsOnMetrology partner for the UK and Ireland. Building on its 2025 appointment as a ZEISS Certified Metrology Partner for the 3D Testing portfolio, Delta XD is enlarging its scope to include the #HandsOnMetrology optical 3D scanning range. This expansion reflects the company’s lon… MEM Magazine (Manufacturing & Engineering) · 6 May 2026 Industry news FCC and Biffa submit AI-derived waste composition data to EA MRW FCC and Biffa submit AI-derived waste composition data to EA Firms submit Q1 compliance reports to Environment Agency using data compiled with Greyparrot’s AI camera systems FCC and Biffa submit AI-derived waste composition data to EA Daniel Bosley MRW (Materials Recycling World) · 6 May 2026 Industry news 50 organisations urge Defra to end Circular Economy Growth Plan delay A coalition of 50 organisations has written to Defra, calling for the Circular Economy Growth Plan (CEGP) to be published without further delay. The letter, addressed to Environment Secretary Emma Reynolds, warns that continued uncertainty risks undermining business confidence and slowing progress towards a more resource-efficient UK economy. Originally scheduled for publication in Autumn 2025,… letsrecycle.com News · 6 May 2026 Industry news Fintech funding tumbles in new quarterly figures UK fintech funding dropped significantly in the first quarter of the year, according to the latest quarterly report from data intelligence platform Tracxn. According to the report, UK fintechs raised $741m (£544.2m) in the first three months of the year, a decline of 43% compared with the last quarter of 2025. The amount of funding […] UKTN (UK Tech News) · 6 May 2026 Industry news How AI is helping UK operators automate Environment Agency compliance reporting The UK’s waste streams are beginning to change, and forward-thinking organisations have already begun to adapt.  Greyparrot blog · 6 May 2026 Industry news Michelin holds 2026 guidance despite currency-led Q1 sales decline Michelin has reported first-quarter 2026 sales of €6.17 billion, down 5.4 per cent year-on-year. The tyre maker attributes the decrease entirely to exchange rates, with revenue stable at constant exchange rates as the euro strengthened against the US dollar and most other currencies. The group has not published a first quarter net profit figure but confirms that its 2026 profit guidance remains… Tyrepress · 6 May 2026 Industry news Maryland maps EV battery risks and backs recyclers in new safety framework Maryland’s lithium-ion battery safety report delivers a detailed, practical roadmap for managing EV batteries, recognising recyclers’ role while addressing safety, cost and market challenges. Auto Recycling World · 6 May 2026 Industry news Transense launches high-pressure tyre inspection tool Transense Technologies plc’s Translogik division has launched the TLGX HP, a high-pressure, Bluetooth connected tyre inspection tool for specialist vehicles and aircraft tyres. The TLGX HP expands the pressure range of the TLGX platform from 150 psi (10 bar) to 350 psi (24 bar), opening new opportunities across high-performance automotive fleets, off-highway machinery and aircraft tyres, where … Tyrepress · 6 May 2026 Industry news Guidance aims to help cities in Nepal, Ethiopia and Malawi to cut air pollution and cool overheating streets Air pollution is estimated to cause around 48,881 adult deaths a year in Nepal1 and more than 25,000 deaths in Ethiopia,2 alongside significant health harm across Malawi’s fast-growing cities. To combat this, researchers from the University of Surrey have developed three new evidence-based toolkits, co-authored with local partners in each country, to help planners and […] Envirotec Magazine · 6 May 2026 Industry news B-Parts records 51% growth in 2025 and reaches a new record B-Parts reported 51% growth in 2025, driven by organic expansion, strong European performance and rapid US growth. With more than 15 million parts in stock and a broader supplier network, the company is strengthening its role in the circular automotive parts market. Auto Recycling World · 6 May 2026 Industry news Huge landslide in Alaska caused 481m-high tsunami When the slope of a mountain above Tracy Arm fjord, in Alaska, gave way on 10 August 2025, 64 million cubic metres of rock fell into the fjord, causing a 5.4 magnitude seismic event New Scientist — Environment · 6 May 2026 Industry news Four sentenced to prison for ruthless waste-dump operation across London Four men have been sentenced following a major Environment Agency investigation into organised illegal waste dumping across six London sites. The case highlights the serious cost of waste crime for landowners, communities and compliant operators. ATF Professional · 6 May 2026 Industry news Antalis launches new premium packaging offering for firms of all sizes ANTALIS Packaging has launched a new end-to-end packaging solution for businesses looking to review, redesign and manage branded packaging across their operations. The premium packaging solution is aimed at firms of all sizes, e-commerce retailers, and specialist businesses. The service begins with a consultative packaging audit, where the Antalis team reviews a company’s existing packaging […] Packaging Scotland · 6 May 2026 Industry news Methane from landfills and coal mines to be included in satellite monitoring programme Landfills and coal mines will now come under the scrutiny of the UN’s satellite methane emissions monitoring programme for the first time, UNEP announced on 4 May. The plan to broaden the remit of the International Methane Emissions Observatory (IMEO), run by the UN Environment Programme (UNEP), beyond its traditional focus on oil and gas […] Envirotec Magazine · 6 May 2026 Industry news Hunter drives luxury packaging innovation with Halo MK1 Limited Edition HUNTER Luxury has teamed up with Jack Daniel’s to bring to life Halo MK1 Limited Edition, a secondary pack inspired by the McLaren Mastercard Formula 1 Team and Formula 1’s most significant safety innovation, the Halo device. The release, built for collectors and enthusiasts, debuted at the Miami Grand Prix. Developed in collaboration with brand […] Packaging Scotland · 6 May 2026 Industry news Nordic Council calls for action on greenwashing Proposal to tackle greenwashing and overconsumption in the fashion industry has been unanimously adopted by the Nordic Council COPENHAGEN — […] Ecotextile News · 6 May 2026 Industry news TireCheck demonstrating its intelligent tyre technology at Tire Cologne From 9-11 June 2026, TireCheck will show its solutions and efficient tyre testing technology at The Tire Cologne. Situated in Hall 08.1, Booth B023, TireCheck invites visitors to “experience how TireCheck brings transparency and efficiency to TPMS and tyre management – practical, precise and scalable”, adding: Tyrepress · 6 May 2026 Industry news Interconnect Solutions Group acquires interconnect specialist The Lodge Group The Interconnect Solutions Group is delighted to announce the acquisition of the Lodge Group Limited (and its subsidiaries FC Lane Electronics Ltd & Weald Electronics Ltd), a UK based supplier of electrical interconnect products. The Lodge Group brings deep expertise and a strong reputation for excellent customer service, value-add capability and speed to market. A warm welcome to all our new c… MEM Magazine (Manufacturing & Engineering) · 6 May 2026 Industry news Nissan merges UK car production lines, cuts 900 European jobs Nissan reports that it will stop using one of its UK production lines and will be cutting 900 jobs in Europe. On 5 May, the carmaker told journalists that it will be merging two of the lines at its Sunderland factory that make the Leaf, Juke and Qashqai models. However, no jobs are expected to be cut there. Tyrepress · 6 May 2026 Industry news UK government funds battery recycling consortium A consortium of UK organisations as secured government funding for a project to develop lithium-ion battery recycling technology. Currently, the UK is heavily reliant on foreign imports for battery production and recycling, leaving the country’s supply of batteries extremely exposed to geopolitical shocks. So far, early efforts have been made to establish a circular economy […] UKTN (UK Tech News) · 6 May 2026 Industry news Walkers unveils World Cup packs featuring football legends SELECTED packets of Walkers, Doritos, and Wotsits are to feature QR codes giving shoppers the chance to win instant prizes in celebration of the FIFA World Cup 2026. Football legends such as Lionel Messi, Thierry Henry, and David Beckham will feature on packs of Walkers’ core 150g sharing range as well as TV adverts, which […] Packaging Scotland · 6 May 2026 Industry news One Planet Pizza renews Asda retail listing One Planet Pizza has expanded its partnership with Asda and has secured a third listing at the supermarket retailer’s frozen meat-free aisle. The new product is set to launch in… Grocery Gazette · 6 May 2026