Industry news

Industry news Esther Carter: An interview with the most famous woman in packaging From working on Indonesia’s emerging waste systems to the UK’s ambitious Extended Producer Responsibility for packaging (pEPR) rollout, PackUK’s Chief Strategy Officer Esther Carter discusses data, delivery and the challenge of aligning industry, government and consumers with letsrecycle.com Editor Savannah Coombe. How did you come across what is now your role at PackUK? I remember … Read More … letsrecycle.com News · 27 Apr 2026 Industry news The UK has ‘significant opportunity’ to lead next wave of robotics innovation The United Kingdom has a ‘significant opportunity’ to lead the next wave of robotics innovation and deployment, according to a new report published today by techUK. The Seizing the Robotics Opportunity report highlights how breakthroughs in AI, sensing technologies, computing power and advanced materials are converging to create increasingly capable, connected and autonomous robots. It […] The … UKTN (UK Tech News) · 27 Apr 2026 Industry news Tesco doubles free fruit and veg schools scheme in major new campaign Tesco is doubling its Free Fruit & Veg for Schools programme from September, as it launches a new nationwide marketing campaign to support children’s access to healthier food. It will… Grocery Gazette · 27 Apr 2026 Industry news Lidl reveals ‘hit list’ of new UK store locations as £600m rollout ramps up Lidl GB has revealed hundreds of target locations for new stores across Great Britain as it steps up one of the supermarket sector’s most ambitious expansion programmes. Lidl is seeking… Grocery Gazette · 27 Apr 2026 Industry news Damm launches gluten-free alcohol-free Daura 0.0% in Tesco Spanish brewer Damm is introducing Daura 0.0% to the UK, with Tesco securing the product exclusively at launch. The Barcelona-based brewer, which marks its 150th anniversary this year, is expanding… Grocery Gazette · 27 Apr 2026 Industry news P&G warns higher oil costs could push up prices despite sales boost Procter & Gamble has warned that rising oil and transport costs linked to the Iran war could put further pressure on prices, despite beating its quarterly sales expectations. The owner… Grocery Gazette · 27 Apr 2026 Industry news John Lewis Partnership tells staff to head back into the office John Lewis has told head office staff they are expected to spend more of the working week in person. In a memo to central office teams, the John Lewis Partnership… Grocery Gazette · 27 Apr 2026 Industry news Food price hikes ‘could last eight months’ says MP Food prices could remain elevated for more than eight months after the Iran war ends, Chief Secretary to the Prime Minister Darren Jones has said. Jones noted that the UK… Grocery Gazette · 27 Apr 2026 Industry news Sustainable travel means opting out of daily room cleaning New research ahead of the annual summer getaway has revealed the level of microfibre pollution linked to hotel and cruise ship laundry services. Past studies have shown that up to 700,000 tiny fibrous particles can be released with a single domestic washing machine cycle. Now a team at the University of Portsmouth have honed in […] Environment Journal · 27 Apr 2026 Industry news Mastering PPWR conformity requirements: Countdown to August 2026 - Eunomia Environmental Research & Consulting Eunomia Research & Consulting · 27 Apr 2026 Industry news Funding launched to help Scottish food and drink manufacturers make food healthier and meet HFSS goals - The Food & Drink Federation Food and Drink Federation news · 27 Apr 2026 Industry news Election preview: where the environmental battles will be won and lost - ENDS Report ENDS Report · 27 Apr 2026 Industry news New research shows more than three quarters of teens in Ireland struggle to afford fashion trends as Penneys launches new collection for young people - Primark Corporate Primark newsroom · 27 Apr 2026 Industry news Is E.ON about to buy OVO? - Energy Live News Energy Live News · 27 Apr 2026 Industry news Ban ‘forever chemicals’ in non-essential products, MPs urge The government should urgently restrict non-essential uses of ‘forever chemicals’ in products like frying pans and school uniforms, MPs have urged. Circular Online (CIWM) · 27 Apr 2026 Industry news Rana Plaza survivors boycott fashion NGOs Rana Plaza survivors launch boycott of leading fashion NGOs, accusing them of exploiting victims’ trauma for career gain DHAKA – […] Ecotextile News · 27 Apr 2026 Industry news Interpack 2026 | Mespack Land – smart machines & intelligent turnkey solutions on display Mespack, a manufacturer of machinery for sustainable flexible packaging and end-of-line solutions, will return to Interpack 2026 with an ambitious concept: ‘Mespack Land – Experience Innovation’. Packaging News (UK) · 27 Apr 2026 Industry news West Bromwich school develops new SEND Hub thanks to funding from enfinium’s Kelvin facility West Bromwich school develops new SEND Hub thanks to funding from enfinium’s Kelvin facility enfinium · 27 Apr 2026 Industry news Whitworths unveils major nutrition drive with multi-million pound campaign Whitworths is set to launch what it claims is the UK’s biggest nutrition campaign titled “From morning to night, a nutrition win in every bite – Just Add Whitworths”. It… Grocery Gazette · 27 Apr 2026 Industry news Public Accounts Committee includes water regulation as part of five new inquiries The Public Accounts Committee (PAC) announced on Friday 24 April 2026 that it is to include water regulation as part of five new inquiries, providing scrutiny of the UK government’s […] Water Magazine · 27 Apr 2026 Industry news EFRA and Environmental Audit committees to quiz incoming Chair of Office for Environmental Protection The Environment, Food and Rural Affairs Committee (EFRA) and the Environmental Audit Committee (EAC) have announced they will jointly hold a pre-appointment hearing with the UK government’s preferred candidate to […] Water Magazine · 27 Apr 2026 Industry news Thames Water secures creditor approval for ninth consent request Thames Water has confirmed that lenders have approved its ninth consent request relating to the company’s super senior funding arrangements, providing continued access to short-term financing as it pursues a […] Water Magazine · 27 Apr 2026 Industry news Talking the Torque: Are you backing up? Or failing safe? This month, Martin sets foot upon the minefield of actuator batteries, backups and failsafes, and tries to answer questions around what customers can expect, and what is reasonable to achieve […] Water Magazine · 27 Apr 2026 Industry news Why water companies must become buyers, not just operators The question is no longer whether nature-based solutions belong in the water sector. It is whether water companies are prepared to buy the outcomes they already depend on, writes Rob […] Water Magazine · 27 Apr 2026 Industry news 84% of proposed UK data centres to be built in water stressed areas AI expansion risks exacerbating water scarcity in the UK, with the vast majority of water-intensive data centre developments proposed for areas that are already water stressed or are projected to […] Water Magazine · 27 Apr 2026 Industry news Why CHEMUK has become the heartbeat of the UK chemical supply chain CHEMUK returns to the NEC, Birmingham, on 20–21 May as the UK’s largest event dedicated to the full chemical supply chain. With the sector undergoing rapid transformation driven by innovation, […] Water Magazine · 27 Apr 2026 Industry news Boosting efficiency at a wastewater treatment plant Thanks to a new HPC KAESER rotary screw blower, the wastewater treatment plant in Treis Karden, Germany is now up to 25% more energy efficient. The regional municipality of Cochem […] Water Magazine · 27 Apr 2026 Industry news The Butyl Products Modular Wastewater System: a flexible solution for modern treatment challenges Under AMP8 and associated regulatory requirements, water companies are required to reduce CSO discharges, deliver improved environmental outcomes, and ensure long-term asset resilience. At the same time, planned maintenance to […] Water Magazine · 27 Apr 2026 Industry news PRN Pricewatch: Week ending 24 April 2026 Each week we publish the average trading price for packaging recovery notes from PRN marketplace The Environment Exchange. Packaging News (UK) · 27 Apr 2026 Industry news Temu and Shein ‘hollowing out’ German retail Chinese ultra-fast fashion platforms siphon billions of euros from Germany’s retail economy, with warnings of mass job losses, regulatory free-riding […] Ecotextile News · 27 Apr 2026 Industry news Ocado’s ‘sustainable’ food aisle and Formula E’s recyclable race car: The sustainability success stories of the week As part of our Mission Possible campaign, edie delivers this member-exclusive weekly round-up of five of the best sustainable business success stories of the week. In this week's edition, Ocado’s sustainable food aisle, and much more. edie — Circular Economy tag · 27 Apr 2026 Industry news German Textile Partnership relaunches as DST The German Textile Sustainability Partnership, a joint effort with the state-backed Green Button has relaunched as the Dialogue and Impact […] Ecotextile News · 26 Apr 2026 Industry news Probiotics extend life of apparel and footwear Biotechnology from The Lab is engineered to clean, protect, and extend the life of sneakers, hats, apparel, denim, and accessories The Lab, the biotech fashion […] Ecotextile News · 26 Apr 2026 Industry news The Bezos Earth Fund Announces $34 Million to Revolutionise Sustainable Fashion Materials Washington DC - 24 April 2026 – The Bezos Earth Fund has announced a $34 million commitment to advance breakthrough sustainable materials for the global fashion and textile industry. Working with leading scientists across the United States, these new grants aim to reinvent the fabrics used in everyday clothing, focusing on next-generation materials that replicate the feel of rayon, silk, and co… TexIntel — Eco News · 26 Apr 2026 Industry news Tiramisu Flavour | Bliss Whipped Greek Style | Müller Bliss | Our Brands - Müller UK & Ireland Muller UK & Ireland media · 26 Apr 2026 Industry news Customer Feedback (Recycling Centre) - Bryson Recycling Bryson Recycling · 26 Apr 2026 Industry news Principal Fire Engineer - SUEZ recycling SUEZ recycling and recovery UK · 25 Apr 2026 Industry news EV cars and the rise of EV battery waste: A growing circular economy challenge The post EV cars and the rise of EV battery waste: A growing circular economy challenge appeared first on Reconomy . Reconomy · 25 Apr 2026 Industry news Digital waste tracking legislation put before Parliament MRW Digital waste tracking legislation put before Parliament Legislation details commitments for transition to mandatory tracking of waste before full roll out in 2027 Digital waste tracking legislation put before Parliament Neil Merrett MRW (Materials Recycling World) · 24 Apr 2026 Industry news Hampshire waste firm fined £1 after excavator crushed employee MRW Hampshire waste firm fined £1 after excavator crushed employee RW Waste pays nominal fee for failures leading to 2024 incident in which 24-year-old was left with life-changing injuries Hampshire waste firm fined £1 after excavator crushed employee Daniel Bosley MRW (Materials Recycling World) · 24 Apr 2026