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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 Industry news Digital Waste Tracking legislation laid in Parliament Legislation to introduce mandatory Digital Waste Tracking (DWT) across the UK has been laid in Parliament. The new regulations will require the tracking of controlled waste through a single digital system, replacing the current largely paper-based processes. The move follows delays to the original rollout timetable, with DWT initially expected to be introduced by April … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 24 Apr 2026 Industry news Cascale claims Higg FEM data quality boost Higg FEM Verification annual report points to progress in delivering “consistent, comparable, and credible environmental performance data” AMSTERDAM – Cascale […] Ecotextile News · 24 Apr 2026 Industry news Exchange for Change opts for single 20p DRS refundable charge MRW Exchange for Change opts for single 20p DRS refundable charge Charge will be applied to all in-scope packaging, and was set following market research that looked at impact of both higher and lower refundable deposit rates Exchange for Change opts for single 20p DRS refundable charge Neil Merrett MRW (Materials Recycling World) · 24 Apr 2026 Industry news MARKET REPORT: Glass, metals, organics, textiles, wood April 2026 letsrecycle.com looks at the market for the month of April across the glass, metals, organics, textiles and wood sectors. Glass Glass prices stayed largely flat in April, but there are indications that demand will increase and drive prices up from late April and into early May. The price continues to be effected by the low … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 24 Apr 2026 Industry news Goodyear recalls 247 Eagle F1 SuperSport tyres in Europe Following the news that Goodyear is recalling a certain number of Eagle F1 SuperSport tyres in the USA, the tyre manufacturer has now confirmed that it is also recalling 247 tyres in Europe. In answer to questions from Tyres & Accessories, a Goodyear spokesperson issued the following statement: Tyrepress · 24 Apr 2026 Industry news Is nutrient density the next frontier in sustainable agriculture? As science begins to explore how different farming practices affect the health properties of food, there are new opportunities to incentivise farmers to produce nutrient-rich ingredients Footprint Media (foodservice sustainability) · 24 Apr 2026 Industry news Goodyear recalls some Eagle F1 SuperSport tyres in USA In the USA, Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company (Goodyear) is recalling certain Eagle F1 SuperSport tyres – specifically 305/30 ZR21 and 255/35 ZR20 variants – due to a tread separation issue. 69 units across both sizes are said to be potentially affected. All were produced between 31 August 2025 and 20 September 2025 and bear the 1DM plant ID within the mandatory Tire Identification Number within t… Tyrepress · 24 Apr 2026 Industry news Exchange for Change Confirms Flat 20p Deposit for DRS Launch The post Exchange for Change Confirms Flat 20p Deposit for DRS Launch appeared first on Clarity . Clarity Environmental · 24 Apr 2026 Industry news DeBriefed 24 April 2026: Europe’s energy-crisis plan | Renewables overtake coal | Colombia’s fossil-fuel summit Welcome to Carbon Brief’s DeBriefed. An essential guide to the week’s key developments relating to climate... Carbon Brief · 24 Apr 2026 Industry news Rocklink commissions India’s first lithium-ion battery recycling plant Rocklink India has commissioned what it describes as India’s first integrated lithium-ion battery recycling facility, located in Sikandrabad in the northern state of Uttar Pradesh.The plant, developed by Rocklink India, combines lithium-ion battery recycling with rare earth magnet processing and treatment of metal-bearing industrial waste, reflecting a broader push to build domestic supply chai… BEST Magazine (Batteries & Energy Storage Technology) · 24 Apr 2026 Industry news Q&A: China’s leadership calls for ‘strict control’ of fossil fuels Chinese government leaders published a policy document on 22 April – Earth Day – calling... Carbon Brief · 24 Apr 2026 Industry news Construction complete at £500m Rivenhall waste facility Kanadevia Inova has completed construction and commissioning of the Rivenhall Integrated Waste Management Facility (IWMF) near Kelvedon in Essex. The facility, developed by Indaver through its subsidiary Indaver Rivenhall Limited and designed and built by Kanadevia Inova, achieved Provisional Acceptance on 18 April 2026. The certification confirms that all construction and commissioning activit… letsrecycle.com News · 24 Apr 2026 Industry news Introducing Automate UK Week 2027 Automate UK has announced the launch of Automate UK Week, an ambitious proposition for 2027 bringing its award-winning manufacturing, vision, processing and packaging events together to create an overarching experience for visitors and exhibitors alike. Already the force behind the UK’s leading events for the industrial automation sector, the organisation will showcase the best technologies fro… MEM Magazine (Manufacturing & Engineering) · 24 Apr 2026 Industry news Will 2026 be the year of anticipation for changes in ELV recycling? 2026 is shaping up as a holding phase for Europe’s ELV sector, with recyclers managing cost pressures, evolving vehicle streams and competitive disruption ahead of regulatory clarity. Auto Recycling World · 24 Apr 2026 Industry news MAN trucks recalled due to Michelin-related tyre issue On 23 April 2026, the European Union published a recall notice for MAN TGM, TGS and TGX lorries produced between 1 January 2023 and 31 January 2026. The problem? “A manufacturing defect in the tyres can cause a crack in their sidewall. Over time, this crack can grow and lead to a sudden loss of air pressure. If this happens while driving, it may affect vehicle control, especially since the tyre… Tyrepress · 24 Apr 2026 Industry news UK tech funding roundup: This week’s deals from Cloudsmith to Locai This week’s UK tech funding deals include AI management platform Cloudsmith, synthetic fuel developer Rivan and more. UKTN tracked £103.3m worth of UK tech investment this week (20 April to 24 April), a 35% week-on-week increase across eight funding rounds. Here’s your weekly roundup of UK tech startup funding deals. Cloudsmith – £53m Sector: AI HQ: Belfast […] UKTN (UK Tech News) · 24 Apr 2026 Industry news NAMA aims to reach European market with Thailand-produced car tyres NAMA Tires reports that it is “reinforcing its global supply strategy with the continued development of its Passenger Car Radial (PCR) production program in Thailand”. In short, NAMA’s Thailand production base is now increasingly positioned to meet demand from the European markets. Tyrepress · 24 Apr 2026 Industry news Tenders and contract wins round-up 24 April 2026 MRW Tenders and contract wins round-up 24 April 2026 Round-up includes tenders for councils’ paper recycling and confidential waste disposal services Tenders and contract wins round-up 24 April 2026 Joswin Corda MRW (Materials Recycling World) · 24 Apr 2026 Industry news Kerr’s Tyres buys Wells Tyres Continuing the company’s goal of reaching 250 sites across the British Isles, Kerr’s Tyres Group Kerr's Tyres Group has acquired Wells Tyres. Wells Tyres was founded in 1978 by brothers Marty and Lenny Wells and has been run by its family owners for four decades. Wells Tyres lists two branches – Bangor and Donaghadee, Ireland – on its website. Tyrepress · 24 Apr 2026 Industry news Weekly Prices Update for 24 April 2026 MRW Weekly Prices Update for 24 April 2026 MRW’s regular reporting of movements in the markets for secondary materials Weekly Prices Update for 24 April 2026 Joswin Corda MRW (Materials Recycling World) · 24 Apr 2026 Industry news Digital Waste Tracking offers new weapon to fight waste crime Mandatory Digital Waste Tracking was first proposed in 2018 under the Resources and Waste Strategy and this week, after nearly a decade in the works, the necessary legislation has been […] ESA (Environmental Services Association) · 24 Apr 2026 Industry news Samsung SDI signs first EV battery supply deal with Mercedes-Benz Samsung SDI has signed a multi-year agreement with Mercedes-Benz to supply batteries for next-generation electric vehicles, marking its first EV battery supply deal with the automaker.The agreement covers high-performance batteries for Mercedes-Benz’s upcoming EV models. The cells will use high-nickel NCM (nickel, cobalt and manganese) chemistry, designed to deliver high energy density . . .… BEST Magazine (Batteries & Energy Storage Technology) · 24 Apr 2026 Industry news Princes launches MSC-certified Yellowfin Tuna Steak Princes Group is expanding its portfolio with the launch of two new premium tuna products which will roll out across Tesco from 4 May. The brand has unveiled the Select… Grocery Gazette · 24 Apr 2026 Industry news BH SENS highlighting TPMS advantages TBH SENS, founded in 2019 as a joint venture between Baolong Group and Huf Group, claims to be the second largest TPMS manufacturer in the world today, with more than 650 employees around the world. At its exhibition presence in Hall 8.1 / C18 at The Tire Cologne 2026, the company will present its products and innovations in the truck sector. Tyrepress · 24 Apr 2026 Industry news Digital Waste Tracking legislation laid in parliament Digital Waste Tracking legislation, which will requires operators to a create a real-time audit trial for the waste they handle, is being laid in parliament. Circular Online (CIWM) · 24 Apr 2026 Industry news Former Orbex CEO named partner at Balderton Capital Revolut and Wayve investor Balderton has appointed veteran tech executive Phillip Chambers as its latest partner. Chambers, who has spent more than 20 years working across the tech and investment sectors, will focus on early-stage investments at the London-based venture capital group. He has held a number of prominent tech roles, including as the chief […] UKTN (UK Tech News) · 24 Apr 2026 Industry news APEXMIC introduces latest new arrivals The company has introduced replacement chips for use in various Xerox devices. The Recycler (imaging consumables recycling) · 24 Apr 2026 Industry news pEPR Fee Modulation, Pack UK Survey Letter, April 2026 The post pEPR Fee Modulation, Pack UK Survey Letter, April 2026 appeared first on MPMA . MPMA (Metal Packaging Manufacturers Association) · 24 Apr 2026 Industry news MAK presenting latest range, group brand products at TTC 2026 Aftermarket alloy wheel firm MAK will showcase a wide range of products at The Tire Cologne 2026. Its stand in Hall 07 / D010-E019 will host new models from the MAK 2026 range, including the Kult and Aurum wheels for BMW and Mercedes-Benz as well as Legend, a 4x4/camper rim with a load capacity of 1350 kg that is available in both five- and six-hole variants. Visitors will also encounter the wo… Tyrepress · 24 Apr 2026 Industry news PPWR vs RAM: How do the Recyclability Assessments Compare? The post PPWR vs RAM: How do the Recyclability Assessments Compare? appeared first on Clarity . Clarity Environmental · 24 Apr 2026 Industry news pEPR Fee Modulation Survey, MPMA response, 24 April 2026 The post pEPR Fee Modulation Survey, MPMA response, 24 April 2026 appeared first on MPMA . MPMA (Metal Packaging Manufacturers Association) · 24 Apr 2026 Industry news Rana Plaza’s legacy still tests brand safety vows As brands prepare for a new round of International Accord negotiations on factory safety, survivors of the Rana Plaza collapse […] Ecotextile News · 24 Apr 2026 Industry news AMOC: Is global warming tipping key Atlantic ocean currents towards ‘collapse’? The Atlantic Meridional Overturning Circulation (AMOC) is a vast system of ocean currents that helps... Carbon Brief · 24 Apr 2026