Recycling news: 2026

Industry news Develon launches new DX25Z-7 Mini Excavator Develon, formerly Doosan Construction Equipment, has launched the new DX25Z-7 mini excavator. Weighing 2691 kg, the DX25Z-7 is powered by the Kubota D1305 Stage V compliant diesel engine, delivering 18.5 kW (25 HP) […] Water Magazine · 30 Apr 2026 Industry news Traditional models still ‘outperform AI’ for extreme weather forecasts Computer models that use artificial intelligence (AI) cannot forecast record-breaking weather as well as traditional... Carbon Brief · 29 Apr 2026 Industry news New GFA platform tracks eco legislation across Asia ‘GFA Policy Matrix: Asia’ is designed to map legislation related to textile sustainability across the region COPENHAGEN – Global Fashion […] Ecotextile News · 29 Apr 2026 Industry news EA investigates ‘despicable’ dump at protected Leicestershire site MRW EA investigates ‘despicable’ dump at protected Leicestershire site Environmental regulators now assessing pollution at Cave’s Inn Pits after finding an estimated 30,000 tonnes of shredded waste on protected wetland EA investigates ‘despicable’ dump at protected Leicestershire site Daniel Bosley MRW (Materials Recycling World) · 29 Apr 2026 Industry news MARKET ANALYSIS: Virgin polymer costs push recycled plastics prices up letsrecycle.com looks at the plastic market for the month of April. Plastics prices have increased across all film and bottle grades in April. As one industry source noted: “prices have come up a lot in April. There is good demand for material due to increases in oil prices and fears of shortages in virgin material, … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 29 Apr 2026 Industry news Jaguar SUV Growth Drives Demand for Specialist Parts in the UK Market The UK automotive aftermarket is seeing a notable shift in demand patterns, particularly within the premium SUV segment. Jaguar’s modern lineup—especially the F-Pace and E-Pace—has contributed to increased demand for high-quality replacement components and specialist servicing. Tyrepress · 29 Apr 2026 Industry news Nexen Tire reports 8.7% year-on-year sales growth in Q1’26 Publishing its first quarter 2026 first-quarter financial results, which include revenue of KRW 838.3 billion and an operating profit of KRW 54.2 billion, Nexen Tire reported record quarterly revenue. Sales growth in the first quarter was driven by “strong performance in major markets such as Europe and North America”. In addition, the recent plant expansion in Europe reportedly improved produc… Tyrepress · 29 Apr 2026 Industry news Macpac partners with Valpak to develop carbon calculator tool THERMOFORMED packaging provider Macpac has teamed up with Valpak to develop a bespoke carbon calculator tool to help clients make informed decisions about packaging design whilst adhering to increasingly stringent regulations. Developed to provide clear, comparable LCA data, Macpac’s new carbon assessment solution compares the carbon footprints of many different types of packaging, including pl… Packaging Scotland · 29 Apr 2026 Industry news Russian tyre sector downturn – Sibur exporting synthetic rubber to China According to an article published by TASS, low capacity utilisation within Russia’s tyre industry is significantly reducing domestic demand for synthetic rubber and forcing major petrochemicals producer Sibur to redirect much of its output to export markets. Sibur Management Board member and Executive Director Pavel Lyakhovich highlighted the scale of the contraction to the state-owned news age… Tyrepress · 29 Apr 2026 Industry news PETA ‘sheep abuse’ investigation links farm to H&M Animal welfare group releases footage from a wool farm in South Africa which it claims has ties to H&M Group […] Ecotextile News · 29 Apr 2026 Industry news Analysis considers council impact from DRS and recycling reforms MRW Analysis considers council impact from DRS and recycling reforms Initiatives that will see fewer drinks containers handled by councils, aligning with flexible requirements, will impact financial considerations on service management Analysis considers council impact from DRS and recycling reforms Neil Merrett MRW (Materials Recycling World) · 29 Apr 2026 Industry news Tropical forest loss drops 36% but fire threat grows Tropical rainforest loss fell sharply in 2025, driven largely by policy wins in Brazil, but overall deforestation remains dangerously high as climate-driven fires emerge as a rising global threat, according to new data from the University of Maryland’s GLAD Lab, released on the World Resources Institute’s (WRI) Global Forest Watch platform. The world lost 4.3 […] Environment Journal · 29 Apr 2026 Industry news Cawston Press announces partnership with England and Wales cricket team Cawston Press has announced a partnership with the England and Wales Cricket Board, which is fronted by former England men’s star Steve Finn. The brand will provide all the drinks,… Grocery Gazette · 29 Apr 2026 Industry news Air pollution in early pregnancy linked to lower language scores Exposure to air pollution during the first three months of pregnancy is associated with lower language abilities in toddlers, while preterm infants appear particularly vulnerable to pollution’s impact on motor development, according to a new study. Researchers, led by King’s College London, studied 498 mother-child pairs from Greater London, using modelled air pollution data based […] Air Quality News · 29 Apr 2026 Industry news Pulse secures £52.5m for UK synchronous condenser project, expands BESS pipeline Pulse Clean Energy has secured a £52.5 million financing package for its Upper Boat synchronous condenser project in South Wales, in a deal backed by NORD/LB and described as one of the largest single-asset transactions of its kind in the UK.The funding will support construction of the Upper Boat facility while releasing capital for reinvestment… BEST Magazine (Batteries & Energy Storage Technology) · 29 Apr 2026 Industry news Shein touts supply chain wages amid scrutiny Ultra fast fashion giant claims most supply chain workers earn at least a local living wage in new study conducted […] Ecotextile News · 29 Apr 2026 Industry news Construction robotics firm All3 scores £18.5m seed round All3, a company developing robotic tools for the construction industry, has secured a $25m (£18.5m) seed investment. The group has built technologies to work across the construction sector, including an autonomous legged robot (pictured) for on-site assembly, AI design software and robotic factories that produce custom components. The company is based across Europe with locations […] UKTN (UK Tech News) · 29 Apr 2026 Industry news Premium mix supports growth – Kumho Tire posts double-digit margin in Q1 2026 Kumho Tire has reported a solid start to 2026, achieving first-quarter consolidated revenue of KRW 1.1678 trillion (£583.9 million / US$794.1 million) and operating profit of KRW 147 billion (£73.5 million / $100.0 million). This represents a year-on-year revenue increase of around 3.5 per cent, while operating profit edged up by approximately 0.3 per cent. The company’s operating margin improv… Tyrepress · 29 Apr 2026 Industry news Carlsberg posts solid Q1 and forecasts positive outlook Global drinks manufacturer Carlsberg reported a strong first quarter with organic revenue increasing by 3.6 per cent to approximately £2.3bn. The brand’s reported revenue growth was 3 per cent to… Grocery Gazette · 29 Apr 2026 Industry news EU CBAM certificate costs and April deadlines The EU has published its first CBAM certificate price and introduced key April milestones for obligated businesses. Discover what the latest Authorised Declarant updates, certificate costs and supplier verification requirements mean for your future CBAM compliance strategy. Valpak · 29 Apr 2026 Industry news MAN TGM, TGS and TGX recall tyres identified Following the European and UK recalls of MAN TGM, TGS and TGX commercial vehicles due to tyre issues, Tyres & Accessories learnt that the tyres in question were Michelin products. However, the UK recall that revealed Michelin’s involvement didn’t specify which particular tyres are involved. Tyrepress · 29 Apr 2026 Industry news Responding to Community Needs: The Commencement of HUBLINK with Halal Waste Group in Uganda We have a wealth of evidence demonstrating the positive impact of our Wastepreneur programme. A key driver of this success is our proactive approach—identifying and resolving challenges as soon as they arise to ensure consistent results. This is evidenced by our creation of the HUBLINK project in Uganda. At WasteAid, it is vital that our programmes serve the participants first and foremost. To … WasteAid · 29 Apr 2026 Industry news Residual waste rate drops by 40kg per person since 2019: Defra MRW Residual waste rate drops by 40kg per person since 2019: Defra Latest data shows per capita residual waste in England fell from 575kg to 535kg in five years, with a 2030 target of 437kg Residual waste rate drops by 40kg per person since 2019: Defra Daniel Bosley MRW (Materials Recycling World) · 29 Apr 2026 Industry news Jayplas secures initial approval for food-grade recycled HDPE Jayplas has secured Advanced Novel Technology (ANT) status for its post-consumer recycled HDPE granulate, clearing a regulatory hurdle for its use in food contact packaging. The approval follows a formal review period between 20 March and 20 April 2026, during which no objections were raised. The development allows the company to begin commercial supply discussions … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 29 Apr 2026 Industry news Vipal VT520 tread gains 3PMSF accreditation Vipal Rubber reports that it is expanding its high-performance portfolio after its VT520 tread received the (Three-Peak Mountain Snowflake) winter weather certification. As well as being a visual identifier, the certification is the result of rigorous performance tests conducted by qualified laboratories, in compliance with the ECE R109 standard, which regulates the production of retreaded tyre… Tyrepress · 29 Apr 2026 Industry news Strengthening The Gambia’s Circular Economy: Insights from WasteAid’s Stakeholder Engagement We have huge plans to further strengthen and scale our programmes in the countries we work in, evidenced by our recent expansion of our S-ORGANIC project to a national level initiative. Our programmes are designed to be country context specific, to maximise their impact, therefore it is vital that we have multi-stakeholder engagement. On 15 April […] WasteAid · 29 Apr 2026 Industry news McLaren targets growth with one-stop-shop offering THE recently appointed MD of McLaren Corrugate has told Packaging Scotland that the McLaren Packaging family’s ‘one-stop-shop’ offering leaves the business ideally placed to thrive in an increasingly challenging environment. Jennifer Riddell joined the paper and cardboard packaging manufacturer earlier this year. The move followed a reorganisation at Port Glasgow-headquartered McLaren, which sa… Packaging Scotland · 29 Apr 2026 Industry news A laser focus on safety in marking and coding Richard Heard, senior manager at Donaldson, a specialist in filtration products and solutions, tells Packaging Scotland about the safety issues for packaging manufacturers when using lasers for marking and coding LASERS have transformed how many industries work, including the precision marking, cutting, and coding of products and packaging, where there is a growing application of […] Packaging Scotland · 29 Apr 2026 Industry news Bridgestone names Johnson as Group President North America; Sempkowski as CFO West Bridgestone has decoupled the previously combined role of West CEO and Group President, North America. Bridgestone defines the West region as (Americas, Europe, the Middle East and Africa). Effective 1 May 2026, Scott Damon will continue in his current role as West CEO. Robert Johnson has been appointed Group President, North America. In this role, he will assume leadership of North America Cor… Tyrepress · 29 Apr 2026 Industry news Lightweighted food jars offer brands flexibility IN response to a growing trend of brands consolidating their packaging, while still demanding a premium on-shelf appearance, UK-based glass manufacturer Beatson Clark has expanded its general sale range with a newly optimised selection of lightweighted food jars. The company’s popular panelled jars have been redesigned as part of its new Optima lightweight range, which […] Packaging Scotland · 29 Apr 2026 Industry news How contract packers are powering spirits innovation Contract packers are giving spirits brands the agility to deliver limited editions, gifting, and experiential packs at pace. Here, Emma Verkaik, CEO of the BCMPA, speaks to members Paul Stirling and Stefan Casey of Celeritas Solutions about what best-in-class looks like and where the next wave of opportunity lies. EV: What benefits can contract packers […] Packaging Scotland · 29 Apr 2026 Industry news Heinz pasta sauces unveil illustration‑led packaging Design agency Marks, part of Propelis, has partnered with Heinz to deliver a new identity for the brand’s pasta sauce range, with packs rolling out across Europe this month. Packaging News (UK) · 29 Apr 2026 Industry news New bottles tipped to wow Scottish spirits industry GLASS packaging supplier Croxsons has announced the launch of an exclusive new range of premium spirits bottles, featuring an array of styles designed to cater for a wide variety of spirits including Scotch whisky. Comprising nine styles ranging from from sleek and contemporary to classically-shaped and vintage-inspired, each bottle is manufactured from ‘extra flint’ crystal […] Packaging Scotland · 29 Apr 2026 Industry news PFAS-free: challenges and clarity ahead of deadline With the countdown to the EU’s Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation underway, packaging professionals across the UK and beyond are taking a closer look at what compliance really means in practice. One term that continues to surface in conversations with suppliers and brand owners is ‘PFAS-free’, but as the August 2026 deadline approaches, what does […] Packaging Scotland · 29 Apr 2026 Industry news Thales Expands UK Electronic Warfare Team to Support Naval Capability Thales expands UK Electronic Warfare team to support naval capability Thales, a global technology leader in defence and aerospace, is strengthening its UK Electronic Warfare (EW) teams as part of its continued investment in advanced naval capability. The move reflects increasing demand for sophisticated spectrum awareness and protection in maritime operations, where the electromagnetic environm… MEM Magazine (Manufacturing & Engineering) · 29 Apr 2026 Industry news Unite and Birmingham council chief claim waste strike ‘breakthrough’ Trade union Unite and Birmingham City Council’s current leader claim to have reached a consensus for potential offer intended to end industrial action by waste workers. Packaging News (UK) · 29 Apr 2026 Industry news Air pollution linked to higher heart disease risk in vulnerable adults Long-term exposure to air pollution may significantly increase the risk of developing cardiovascular disease, with people already facing metabolic, kidney and heart-related health problems appearing to be the most vulnerable, according to new research from Fudan University in Shanghai. The study examined how long-term exposure to particulate matter affects the likelihood of developing cardiovas… Air Quality News · 29 Apr 2026 Industry news Print Scotland calls for recruitment to become more affordable THE managing director of Print Scotland has told Packaging Scotland of the importance of ending the funding disparity that exists for print apprentices north of the border. The organisation recently welcomed the Scottish Government’s announcement of a review of Modern Apprenticeship (MA) contribution rates, which will assess whether current public funding remains fair, sustainable, and […] Packaging Scotland · 29 Apr 2026 Industry news Nextek and Coveris launch food-grade recycling demonstration plant The COtooCLEAN demonstration plant developed by Nextek and Coveris, and supported by the Alliance to End Plastic Waste, is now fully operational at Coveris’ ReCover site in Lincolnshire, UK. Packaging News (UK) · 29 Apr 2026 Industry news Aberdeen-based Packed Up acquired by Northern Irish packaging supplier ABERDEEN-based Packed Up has been acquired by Northern Irish supplier Hub Packaging for an undisclosed sum. The deal is set to see investment in Packed Up to develop its customer base across eastern Scotland and extend its reach across the country over time. With a shared focus in offering customers packaging solutions which meet their […] Packaging Scotland · 29 Apr 2026