Recycling news: 2026

Industry news GSF expands in Northern Ireland GSF Car Parts, the fastest-growing UK motor factor has opened a brand‑new branch in Newtownards, County Down as part of plans to expand services offered in the Belfast area and across Northern Ireland. The site officially opened on 16th April. Tyrepress · 22 Apr 2026 Industry news Shred is the route to a circular economy The TRA says waste tyre export compliance under the new enhanced verification process is running at just 1.3%, strengthening its call for a shred-only regime to keep material in the UK and support domestic circular-economy growth. ATF Professional · 22 Apr 2026 Industry news DRS’ material specification requirements published THE organisation delivering the deposit return scheme (DRS) across Scotland, England, and Northern Ireland has published its material specification for drinks containers included in the scheme. Designed to support efficient recycling and high-quality material recovery, Exchange for Change’s specification, available to read in full here, sets out the criteria for packaging to be accepted by reve… Packaging Scotland · 22 Apr 2026 Industry news Why are we asking for donations? We don't love asking for donations. But as funding gets harder to find, your support keeps our movement going. Here's how your gift helps. The Restart Project · 22 Apr 2026 Industry news UK faces ‘perfect storm’ for cybersecurity, says cyber chief The UK is facing a ‘perfect storm’ for cybersecurity against the backdrop of a new technological revolution, the head of the UK’s cyber agency is set to say at the CYBERUK conference in Glasgow today. Dr Richard Horne, the CEO of the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC), will say that the meeting of rapid technological […] UKTN (UK Tech News) · 22 Apr 2026 Industry news Battle for the Habitats is turning Earth Day into a playable month An innovative new fundraising campaign is asking gamers to pick up their controllers and lock-in for a marathon session to raise money for climate projects. Some of the biggest video game developers in the world are backing non-profit PC games marketplace PlanetPlay’s Battle for the Habitats initiative, which begins today — 22nd April — and […] Environment Journal · 22 Apr 2026 Industry news Earth Day 2026: halfway through a £1 million social value mission turning e-waste into opportunity More than 1,900 families are better off this Earth Day, saving a combined £370,000 thanks to a partnership that is turning the UK's e-waste problem into a lifeline for households in need. Reuse Network · 22 Apr 2026 Industry news Earth Day As Sustainability Activators, Anthesis fully supports this year’s official theme for Earth Day to 'Our Power, Our Planet’. Anthesis Group · 22 Apr 2026 Industry news Generator Shafts – The Unsung Heroes of Power Generation Nothing works without them: generator shafts are key components in modern energy and drive systems. Whether in wind turbines, power stations or sophisticated machines – they are subjected to immense stress, must demonstrate the highest precision and function reliably under extreme conditions. But how are these complex shafts produced, what demands do industry and technology place on their manuf… MEM Magazine (Manufacturing & Engineering) · 22 Apr 2026 Industry news MMD Group Bags Global Rights to Intelligent Material Handling MMD Group Limited (“MMD”), a global manufacturer of material sizing and handling systems, has signed an agreement with global mining company Anglo American to transfer the intellectual property rights for TraxIQ to MMD. TraxIQ is a system-level material handling solution, originally developed by the mining company. As owner of the TraxIQ IP, MMD will be able to lead the industrialisation, comme… MEM Magazine (Manufacturing & Engineering) · 22 Apr 2026 Industry news Tohita expands global consumables offering in Dortmund Full-range consumables supplier showcases toner, drum, and fuser solutions for global aftermarket partners. The Recycler (imaging consumables recycling) · 22 Apr 2026 Industry news Eakin Healthcare Ranked in Top 1% of Global Medical Device Manufacturers for Climate Action Northern Ireland–headquartered medical device manufacturer’s climate targets are now SBTi-validated, placing the business in the top 1% globally for climate action. This World Earth Day, Eakin Healthcare has announced that its climate action targets have been officially validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), the globally recognised authority that verifies whether corporate cl… MEM Magazine (Manufacturing & Engineering) · 22 Apr 2026 Industry news Refurbished devices gain ecolabel push Proposal aims to boost trust and standards in growing refurbished electronics market. The Recycler (imaging consumables recycling) · 22 Apr 2026 Industry news Locai raises £1m to develop its off-cloud AI infrastructure Deeptech startup Locai has raised £1m in pre-seed funding to further develop its off-cloud AI infrastructure. Currently, every user interaction generates ongoing fees for cloud providers on servers beyond the user’s control, turning business growth into a liability for both margin and data sovereignty. Locai, which was part of the Google for Startups Accelerator initial […] UKTN (UK Tech News) · 22 Apr 2026 Industry news Plant fibre report maps growth path New analysis says alternative plant fibres could lift their share of the global fibre mix with targeted investor backing COLOGNE […] Ecotextile News · 22 Apr 2026 Industry news Company ordered to clear illegal waste site and pay £20,000 in fines Company ordered to clear illegal waste site and pay 20,000 in fines Circular Online (CIWM) · 22 Apr 2026 Industry news Coors packaging to alert consumers when beer is at optimal temperature MOLSON Coors Beverage Company is to use innovative packaging to ensure consumers can perfect their at-home beer serves. Cold-activated packaging technology will be used across its Coors range to help ensure the beverage can be enjoyed at the optimal temperature, with it using thermochromic ink to turn the mountain peaks on Coors bottles and cans […] Packaging Scotland · 22 Apr 2026 Industry news Dinglong pivot gains credit backing Ratings agency endorses strategic shift while group expands into battery materials. The Recycler (imaging consumables recycling) · 22 Apr 2026 Industry news EBRD gives €70m backing to Hungarian solar-BESS project The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) is providing €70 million ($82 million) in financing to support the development of a large-scale solar photovoltaic (PV) and battery energy storage system (BESS) project in Hungary.The funding forms part of a broader €210 million financing package for the project, which is being developed by independent power… BEST Magazine (Batteries & Energy Storage Technology) · 22 Apr 2026 Industry news Michael Lang appointed MD of Xerox Germany, Austria and Switzerland In addition to channel and government sales, Lang assumes overall responsibility for the DACH region. The Recycler (imaging consumables recycling) · 22 Apr 2026 Industry news Danone reports mixed results impacted by Middle East conflict Global dairy manufacturer Danone has reported mixed results for the first quarter of 2026, heavily impacted in Europe by the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. The brand saw its… Grocery Gazette · 22 Apr 2026 Industry news Why this weekend’s London Marathon will impact more than just knees Sunday’s race will provide a major boost to charities – including one dedicated to helping children with cancer Positive News · 22 Apr 2026 Industry news Fujifilm U.S. and Canadian operations change to renewable energy FUJIFILM Holdings Corporation announced that it is offsetting 100% of its group companies’ electricity usage in the United States and Canada through renewable energy certificates from a Texas-based solar project. The Recycler (imaging consumables recycling) · 22 Apr 2026 Industry news WRAP’s UK Packaging Pact launches with 100 signatories The UK Packaging Pact has officially launched, with 100 organisations signed up to the new ten-year voluntary agreement. The initiative, developed by WRAP, was formally commenced yesterday (21 April 2026) at Sustainable Ventures, with founding signatories attending to mark the start of the programme. According to WRAP, the Pact aims to drive coordinated action across … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 22 Apr 2026 Industry news Food and drink inflation rises in March Overall inflation in the UK increased by 3.4 per cent in the 12 months to March 2026, according to the latest figures from the Office for National Statistics (ONS). This… Grocery Gazette · 22 Apr 2026 Industry news Algae-infused asphalt could slash toxic road fumes Asphalt is so ubiquitous that most people never give it a second thought, but a growing body of research suggests that this petroleum-based material – which lines millions of kilometres of roads worldwide – may be quietly damaging our health in ways that have been largely ignored. Note: As I write this in the UK […] Air Quality News · 22 Apr 2026 Industry news Shahi scales Fibre52 cotton pretreatment India’s largest apparel exporter rolls out low-temperature, caustic-soda-free cotton pretreatment across 3,000 tonnes of annual knit capacity NEW DELHI – […] Ecotextile News · 22 Apr 2026 Industry news Steel for Packaging Europe unveils 2026 recycling report STEEL for Packaging Europe (SfPE) has presented its 2026 recycling report, ‘Steel Ahead: Packaging for a circular future’ at the Shaping Europe’s Circular Future event in Brussels. As packaging and recycling legislation continues to evolve, the organisation said the new report illustrates how steel for packaging demonstrates leadership in compliance, recycling and circularity, focusing on […] Packaging Scotland · 22 Apr 2026 Industry news Mondi expands North American operations with new Pittsburgh plant MONDI has opened a new packaging production facility in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, further expanding its manufacturing capabilities in the US to better support customers with paper-based packaging solutions. The new plant produces a range of paper bags for customers in the e-commerce, food, feed, building materials and chemicals sectors. The facility brings together production previously located… Packaging Scotland · 22 Apr 2026 Industry news Aurrigo to relocate global headquarters in Coventry Autonomous vehicle and mobile robotics company Aurrigo is to relocate its global headquarters and core design and manufacturing centre to a new UK facility at Power Park in Coventry. The new site will span over 130,000 square feet – more than three times the size of Aurrigo’s current UK facility – and will serve as […] UKTN (UK Tech News) · 22 Apr 2026 Industry news Earth Day 2026: Our Power, Our Planet Discover Earth Day 2026 and ways to take action, including cleanups, tree planting, and sustainability education with Bywaters’ eco-friendly initiatives. Bywaters · 22 Apr 2026 Industry news WRAP launches the UK Packaging Pact The UK Packaging Pact officially launches with almost 100 organisations announced as signatories to WRAP’s ten-year programme. Circular Online (CIWM) · 22 Apr 2026 Industry news Studio Graphene expands to Ireland with Tribe Digital deal London-based digital product group Studio Graphene will expand into Ireland through an integration deal with Tribe Digital. Studio Graphene, which specialises in building AI-native products for companies, will expand its reach to Irish market for the first time. The company will also bolster its offering by blending its product engineering expertise with Tribe’s specialism in […] UKTN (UK Tech News) · 22 Apr 2026 Industry news Exactaform Named UK Partner for WIDIA Exactaform, a leading specialist in high-performance cutting solutions, has announced an exclusive UK partnership with WIDIA, bringing the full WIDIA carbide tooling range to manufacturers across the country. The partnership comes as WIDIA marks 100 years since its founding in 1926, reflecting a long-standing focus on engineering durability for demanding machining environments. The diamond symb… MEM Magazine (Manufacturing & Engineering) · 22 Apr 2026 Industry news Earth Day 2026: democracy is both climate victim and solution Each year on 22nd April we’re supposed to stop and think about how our collective actions and inactions impact the natural world. Yet, more than half a century later, the planet is in a worse state than ever. It’s easy to feel overwhelmed at climate headlines so far this year. Most recently, reports came in […] Environment Journal · 22 Apr 2026 Industry news German Court Rules in Favour of Teradyne Robotics In February, Teradyne Robotics A/S, a subsidiary of Teradyne, Inc (NASDAQ:TER) took legal action in Germany against Elite Robots’ German subsidiary, Elite Robots Deutschland GmbH (“Elite Robots Germany“) for copyright infringement of Universal Robots’ software. Now, the Regional Court of Hamburg has issued a preliminary injunction against Elite Robots Germany. According to the court’s decision,… MEM Magazine (Manufacturing & Engineering) · 22 Apr 2026 Industry news Red Bull Ring debut for Pirelli’s exclusive DTM tyre The DTM 2026 season begins on Friday. During the opening round at the Red Bull Ring in Spielberg, Austria drivers will race on the new tyres that Pirelli has developed exclusively for the series. The tyre maker promises a tyre that “combines performance, reliability and adaptability across a wide variety of track and operating conditions.” Tyrepress · 22 Apr 2026 Industry news WEG and SpinDrive Partner to Deliver Next-Generation Oil-Free Motor Systems WEG S.A. the world’s largest manufacturer of electric motors, and SpinDrive, the leading supplier of advanced active magnetic bearing (AMB) systems, announced a strategic partnership. Unveiled at Hannover Messe 2026, the collaboration will integrate SpinDrive’s AMBs and built-in IoT condition monitoring into WEG’s market-leading electric motor offering, creating an oil-free, maintenance-free dr… MEM Magazine (Manufacturing & Engineering) · 22 Apr 2026 Industry news Saving Lives One Leaf at a Time ~ How plants can protect people from blast threats ~ New research has revealed how everyday plants can help protect the public from blast impacts, whilst transforming cities into greener, healthier spaces. The innovation is part of a four-year research project with experts that designed, experimentally validated and commercialised a potentially life saving product. Blast Ecoshield, a modular pl… MEM Magazine (Manufacturing & Engineering) · 22 Apr 2026 Industry news GLP-1 use doubles in nine months as grocery faces fresh consumer shift Usage of GLP-1 medications rose from 3.1 per cent in June 2025 to 6 per cent in March 2026, IGD said, while awareness has climbed from 88 per cent to… Grocery Gazette · 22 Apr 2026