Recycling news: 2026

Industry news PFAS removal from industrial wastewater: How can activated carbon help? This article contains sponsored content. Removing harmful per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) from industrial wastewater and surrounding environments is a clear goal with many murky considerations. Water treatment agencies are flooded with information on the dangers of PFAS and their obligation to manage their removal, and yet uncertainty persists. Differing standards across regions, ind… Envirotec Magazine · 23 Apr 2026 Industry news UK DRS to adopt flat 20p deposit across all materials Exchange for Change has confirmed that a flat 20p deposit will be applied to all in-scope drinks containers under the UK’s forthcoming Deposit Return Scheme (DRS). The not-for-profit organisation, which is responsible for delivering the DRS across England, Scotland and Northern Ireland, said the deposit will apply to all single-use drinks containers made from PET … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 23 Apr 2026 Industry news Donna Snyder given BCI’s 2026 Distinguished Service Award Battery Council International (BCI) has named Donna Snyder as the recipient of its 2026 Distinguished Service Award, recognising her long-term contribution to the battery industry and the association’s activities.The Distinguished Service Award is BCI’s highest individual honour, presented to individuals who have made sustained and meaningful contributions to both the organisation and the wider… BEST Magazine (Batteries & Energy Storage Technology) · 23 Apr 2026 Industry news Recover urges fibre-first ESPR targets BANYERES DE MARIOLA — Spanish recycler Recover has warned EU lawmakers that mandatory recycled content rules for textiles must prioritise […] Ecotextile News · 23 Apr 2026 Industry news FPA asks foodservice packaging businesses to contact MPs about pEPR issues The Foodservice Packaging Association (FPA) is calling on sector businesses to contact their local MPs to highlight concerns about how the UK’s Packaging Extended Producer Responsibility (pEPR) scheme is operating in practice. Packaging News (UK) · 23 Apr 2026 Industry news M&S opens new food store in Oxfordshire M&S opened a new food store in Abingdon, Oxfordshire yesterday, as part of its grocery business expansion. The new 18,000 sq ft store offers a range of fresh produce from… Grocery Gazette · 23 Apr 2026 Industry news MPs demand PFAS restrictions for packaging use and landfill MRW MPs demand PFAS restrictions for packaging use and landfill Environmental Audit Committee findings welcome publication of Government plan, but call for concrete action on addressing the use and impact of ‘forever chemicals’ MPs demand PFAS restrictions for packaging use and landfill Neil Merrett MRW (Materials Recycling World) · 23 Apr 2026 Industry news Achieving accurate bulk solids dosing in water treatment: selecting auger-based equipment This article contains sponsored content. When handling bulk solids in water treatment facilities, important steps include storage, transportation, and finally dosing of the material. Often, transportation and dosing are handled by a single auger-based machine. Alternative technologies are available, such as vibratory feeders, pneumatic conveying, or aero mechanical conveyors. However, auger-bas… Envirotec Magazine · 23 Apr 2026 Industry news Northern Gritstone closes £20m to back UK life sciences Northern Gritstone has secured £20m in new funding commitments to support its investments in the life science and deep tech sectors of the north of England. The funding boost came from existing shareholders in the venture capital group, including a cornerstone investment from the British Business Bank and follows significant fundraising by Northern Gritstone last […] UKTN (UK Tech News) · 23 Apr 2026 Industry news From Waste to Wealth: Empowering the Newest Wastepreneurs in Cosmo City At WasteAid, there is nothing more rewarding than witnessing a newly trained Wastepreneur take their first steps into business. Supporting individuals as they build their own sustainable livelihoods is at the heart of everything we do. Having previously seen great results with the community in Diepsloot, we are now applying those lessons and successes to our ongoing work […] WasteAid · 23 Apr 2026 Industry news Exchange for Change confirms flat 20p deposit for DRS Exchange for Change, the not-for-profit, industry-led organisation delivering the Deposit Return Scheme (DRS) across England, Scotland and Northern Ireland, has confirmed that a flat 20p deposit will be applied on all in-scope containers when the scheme launches in October 2027. Packaging News (UK) · 23 Apr 2026 Industry news MAK launches Asphalt wheel Italian aftermarket wheel manufacturer, MAK has introduced Asphalt, an alloy wheel designed for “all crossovers and passenger cars of the leading car manufacturers on the market”. Within that, MAK is aiming the Asphalt more specifically at drivers with Volkswagen Audi Group applications. Tyrepress · 23 Apr 2026 Industry news China’s smart clusters raise EU textile sector stakes New report warns European textile technology suppliers must become system architects by 2035 or be eclipsed by China’s fast-advancing smart-factory […] Ecotextile News · 23 Apr 2026 Industry news Nestlé posts solid first-quarter performance Nestlé has posted a solid performance in the first three months of 2026, with an organic growth of 3.5 per cent and real internal growth of 1.2 per cent. The… Grocery Gazette · 23 Apr 2026 Industry news Sixt Van & Truck begins Kwik Fit support partnership Under a recently signed partnership, Kwik Fit will manage tyre-related and ancillary work for the entire Sixt van and truck fleet across the UK. The Kwik Fit team will carry out tyre management, authorisation and operational support, and is integrating the Sixt van and truck fleet into the Kwik Fit fleet management system which also covers mobile fitting and rapid-response support. Tyrepress · 23 Apr 2026 Industry news Goodyear tops Auto Bild summer tyre manufacturer rankings for fourth time in five years Auto Bild has recognised Goodyear as its joint-winner of the ‘Top Manufacturer of the Year for Summer Tires 2026’ accolade. This marks the fourth time in five years that Goodyear has been given the award, a fact the manufacturer says underscores its ability to consistently deliver results in independent tyre testing. The award is presented based on the combined results of this season’s independ… Tyrepress · 23 Apr 2026 Industry news Hankook claims Auto Bild top summer tyre manufacturer award Hankook secured its joint-victory in the Auto Bild summer tyre manufacturer rankings via two decisive test victories for its new Ventus evo, while also achieving third place overall in the all-season segment thanks to the consistently strong Kinergy range. Hankook shared the 'Top Manufacturer of the Year for Summer Tires 2026' with Goodyear. Tyrepress · 23 Apr 2026 Industry news Tech funding thrives outside of London, report reveals More than half of venture capital investment in the UK now goes to firms outside of London, highlighting the growth and significance of regional ecosystems, a new report has found. In a comprehensive analysis of UK-based investment term sheets by HSBC Innovation Banking, it was found that regional funding rounds now account for just over […] UKTN (UK Tech News) · 23 Apr 2026 Industry news WasteAid Assumes Lead of EU-Funded S-ORGANIC Project in The Gambia WasteAid is proud to announce it has stepped into the role of consortium leader of the EU-funded S-ORGANICS project. Building on its successful role as an implementing partner, WasteAid will now oversee the culmination of this flagship programme, continuing its partnership with the Trust Agency for Rural Development (TARUD) and Women Initiative Gambia (WIG). Transforming […] WasteAid · 23 Apr 2026 Industry news Flow Batteries Europe backs AccelerateEU but warns on LDES gap Flow Batteries Europe (FBE) has welcomed the European Commission’s AccelerateEU communication, but warned that insufficient recognition of long-duration energy storage (LDES) risks undermining Europe’s energy security and industrial strategy.In a statement issued on 22 April, the Brussels-based association said the Commission was right to highlight the importance of storage, flexibility and gri… BEST Magazine (Batteries & Energy Storage Technology) · 23 Apr 2026 Industry news MMCM Achieves ISO 27001 Certification, Strengthening Trust in India’s Circular Automotive Marketplace MMCM has achieved ISO 27001 certification, validating its information security systems across core platform operations and reinforcing trust in India’s growing ELV and circular automotive marketplace. Auto Recycling World · 23 Apr 2026 Industry news LRP-Autorecycling: How Germany’s Largest ELV Dismantler Sees the Market Today Germany’s ELV sector is under pressure from low vehicle inflows, illegal dismantling and rising regulatory demands. LRP Autorecycling highlights the need for stronger enforcement, better data and closer collaboration to support circular value creation. Auto Recycling World · 23 Apr 2026 Industry news Less than three weeks to go: Tables selling fast for the Awards for Excellence With over 800 places already confirmed, organisers are urging industry professionals to secure their tables ahead of the 13 May ceremony at the JW Marriott Grosvenor House, Park Lane, London. With less than three weeks until the Awards for Excellence in Recycling & Waste Management 2026, tables are selling fast and organisers are calling on … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 23 Apr 2026 Industry news Evolution BPS acquired by ProMach KENTUCKY-headquartered ProMach has acquired Peebles-based Evolution BPS following a long-standing partnership between the two companies. ProMach, a specialist provider of packaging machinery and related solutions, said that the acquisition of the provider of packaging equipment and engineering services expands its regional capabilities and reinforces its long-term commitment to customers in the… Packaging Scotland · 23 Apr 2026 Industry news Whole Foods Market opens newest London store Whole Foods Markets has opened a new London store on Liverpool Street today (23 April) as part of the supermarket retailer’s expansion push across the city. The new 3,315 sq… Grocery Gazette · 23 Apr 2026 Industry news Packamama joins WRAP’s UK Packaging Pact to advance circular solutions for wine SUSTAINABLE wine packaging specialist Packamama has joined WRAP’s UK Packaging Pact as a founding member, aligning with 100 organisations across the packaging value chain. The UK Packaging Pact is a ten-year, cross-sector initiative designed to transform how packaging is designed, used, and recovered in the UK. It brings together businesses, government bodies, and industry leaders […] Packaging Scotland · 23 Apr 2026 Industry news Footprint Legal webinar in association with DWF: implications of the UK-EU Common Understanding agreement The latest webinar explores plans for the UK to align with EU Sanitary and Phytosanitary (SPS) legislation Footprint Media (foodservice sustainability) · 23 Apr 2026 Industry news Regulator monitoring 537 active illegal waste sites as of March 2026 MRW Regulator monitoring 537 active illegal waste sites as of March 2026 Figures provide picture of larger-scale illegal waste sites in England exceeding 20,000 tonnes of material Regulator monitoring 537 active illegal waste sites as of March 2026 Neil Merrett MRW (Materials Recycling World) · 23 Apr 2026 Industry news Danfoss Power Solutions’ New PC-PRO Propel Software Danfoss Power Solutions today announced the launch of its PC-PRO software for hydrostatic transmissions. PC-PRO is a single-path propel solution that delivers precise speed and torque control in both automotive and non-automotive applications. It incorporates high-tech features such as advanced auto-inch, smart calibration routines, and advanced all-range ECO mode, enhancing machine efficiency,… MEM Magazine (Manufacturing & Engineering) · 23 Apr 2026 Industry news Yes, We CAN – The Power of Communication within Machinery OEMs need to prioritise dependable suppliers that can implement effective and efficient communication technologies within their machines. This has led to the implementation of CANbus (Controller Area Network bus) for many suppliers, which is now recognised as a key part of modern machinery when integrating technology between engines and machines. CANbus allows different components of a machine … MEM Magazine (Manufacturing & Engineering) · 23 Apr 2026 Industry news MARKET ANALYSIS: Flat month for paper sector as Asian mills absorb surcharges letsrecycle.com looks at the paper market for the month of April. Paper prices from 23 March to 22 April remained largely flat as Southeast Asian mills have absorbed much of the impact of the Iran war. Overall, there seems to have been higher demand in late March and early April driven by the wider geopolitical … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 23 Apr 2026 Industry news UK's Recycling, Resource & Waste Management Company - Viridor Viridor · 23 Apr 2026 Industry news Textile industry tests proxy for microfibre pollution ZDHC and TMC launch phase 2 wastewater research to validate microfibre pollution proxy AMSTERDAM – The ZDHC and the Microfibre […] Ecotextile News · 23 Apr 2026 Industry news 103 contaminated sites or thousands? India’s toxic data gap India faces a significant threat from contaminated soil and groundwater, the main problem being, no-one really knows where it is. According to government records, the country has just 103 officially recognised contaminated sites as of March 2025. To put that in perspective, Switzerland, a country roughly 80 times smaller than India, has identified around 4,000 […] Environment Journal · 23 Apr 2026 Industry news Growth in UK tech surges despite geopolitical uncertainty The number of new technology companies incorporated in the first quarter of 2026 surged to a record high despite geopolitical tensions and uncertainty, according to audit, tax and consulting firm RSM UK. RSM’s analysis shows there were 16,887 new tech incorporations in Q1 2026, up 39% from 12,184 the same quarter last year, and increasing […] UKTN (UK Tech News) · 23 Apr 2026 Industry news Battery Disposal, Takeback And Recycling What are the fundamentals of correct battery disposal, takeback and recycling? First, let’s scan the context of batteries in 2026. Batteries power almost everything. From the AA cells in a TV remote to the industrial packs driving electric forklifts, they're embedded in modern life. But when they reach the end of their useful life, Der Beitrag Battery Disposal, Takeback And Recycling erschien z… ERP UK (European Recycling Platform) · 23 Apr 2026 Industry news UK Packaging Pact Launches to Drive Transformation in Packaging The post UK Packaging Pact Launches to Drive Transformation in Packaging appeared first on Mura Technology . Mura Technology news · 23 Apr 2026 Industry news Titan International brands ready for TTC 2026 Titan International will showcase the breadth of its global off‑highway expertise at The Tire Cologne, exhibiting in Hall 6, Stand C019. The stand will feature a wide selection of products from across the Titan International family, including Goodyear Farm Tires, Carlstar and ITP, demonstrating Titan’s position as a tyre and wheel provider for agricultural, construction, mining and industrial a… Tyrepress · 23 Apr 2026 Industry news MPs demand PFAS precautions The UK Government should set limits on the levels and types of PFAS permitted in food, giving producers, retailers and regulators a consistent basis for protecting public health Footprint Media (foodservice sustainability) · 23 Apr 2026 Industry news DOUGH-NOT MISS OUT! ALDI’S SELL-OUT PIZZA OVEN RETURNS ALONGSIDE BBQ MUST HAVES Time to turn up the heat! Indulge in some al-fresco feasts with Aldi’s sizzling Outdoor Dining range, landing in stores from 30th April. With dough-licious deals on outdoor dining must-haves including the sell-out Gas Pizza Oven (£69.99) and BBQ essentials. But as with all Specialbuys, grill-seekers […] Aldi UK Press Centre · 23 Apr 2026