Recycling news: 2026

Industry news Petlas exhibits tractor tyres at AGRA 2026 Between 9-12 April, Petlas Tire Corporation took part in AGRA 2026, held in Leipzig, Germany. During the farming exhibition, Petlas presented its agricultural tyre portfolio, focusing on products designed to deliver “durability, traction, and consistent performance under demanding field conditions.” Tyrepress · 20 Apr 2026 Industry news UK must stop incentivising demolition over retrofit, campaigners say MRW UK must stop incentivising demolition over retrofit, campaigners say Don’t Waste Buildings campaign group highlights opportunities and international best practice for UK to reuse and refurbish its housing stock UK must stop incentivising demolition over retrofit, campaigners say Daniel Bosley MRW (Materials Recycling World) · 20 Apr 2026 Industry news News round-up April 2026 MRW News round-up April 2026 Primark launches new circularity guidelines, Veolia unveils ‘next generation’ data centre service and the Paintcare recycling scheme holds Westminster reception News round-up April 2026 Neil Merrett MRW (Materials Recycling World) · 20 Apr 2026 Industry news FPA urges foodservice packaging businesses to highlight pEPR concerns THE Foodservice Packaging Association (FPA) is urging businesses to contact their local MPs to highlight concerns about how the UK’s Packaging Extended Producer Responsibility (pEPR) scheme is operating in practice. The call to action was issued in the association’s latest Friday FPA Digest, alongside a suite of resources designed to support engagement with policymakers. The […] Packaging Scotland · 20 Apr 2026 Industry news Transense reveals details of DriveSense smart motor project with Cummins Following reports that Transense Technologies plc has secured a major contract with leading global heavy-duty vehicle powertrain supplier Cummins Inc, the company has revealed further details of what’s involved. The project, named ‘DriveSense’ has reportedly been designed to “advance the creation of next-generation smart electric drive systems for heavy-duty zero-emission vehicles by developing… Tyrepress · 20 Apr 2026 Industry news Packaging with a twist: new solution launched for confectionery COVERIS has launched a new paper alternative for confectionery packaging. MonoFlexFibre Pure Twist is designed to replace less sustainable alternatives commonly used for twist-wrapped products including lollipops, hard candy, and chocolate pralines, as well as heat-seal flow-wrapped bars and sticks. Developed to meet 95/5 industry paper recyclability guidelines, Coveris said the lightweight mat… Packaging Scotland · 20 Apr 2026 Industry news Digital Product Passport pilot opens to textile suppliers EU-backed consortium moves the Digital Product Passport from theory to practice with pilots inviting textile and apparel suppliers to test […] Ecotextile News · 20 Apr 2026 Industry news Konica Minolta confirms strategic partnership with Connect Print KONICA Minolta Business Solutions (UK) has announced a new partnership with Connect Print, a specialist print solutions provider. The partnership brings together Konica Minolta’s production print technologies with Connect Print’s expertise in solution design, commercial modelling, and long‑term customer management. Konica Minolta’s offering now enables Reading-based Connect Print to support a w… Packaging Scotland · 20 Apr 2026 Industry news ZC Rubber close to completing major investments China’s largest tyre manufacturer will complete a series of major projects this year. Bringing with them a combination of capacity growth, technological upgrades and a clear shift towards electric vehicle (EV) tyres, the concluded projects will accompany ZC Rubber into a pivotal phase of its expansion strategy. Tyrepress · 20 Apr 2026 Industry news TRA: Shred the future as UK ELT enhanced export compliance at The Tyre Recovery Association (TRA) is warning that a circular economy will be unachievable if domestic processing moves abroad, putting a circular economy out of reach. Data from the Environment Agency (EA) reveals that the new enhanced verification measure introduced last October is achieving a compliance rate of less than 2 per cent. According to that data, out of 4,189 shipments of waste ty… Tyrepress · 20 Apr 2026 Industry news Microelectronics US 2026: Two days to Go! Microelectronics US 2026 is set to open on April 22 at the Palmer Events Center in Austin, Texas. Featuring more than 100 speakers from across the microelectronics supply chain, the event brings together engineers, system architects and technology leaders for two days of technical sessions and panel discussions, alongside direct access to solution providers on the show floor — all free to atten… MEM Magazine (Manufacturing & Engineering) · 20 Apr 2026 Industry news Synthetic fuel startup Rivan raises £25m investment Rivan, a startup developing synthetic fuel has raised £25m in new funding to scale its production capacity. The new funding round saw VC group Plural re-invest in the firm after leading its £10m funding round in May 2025. The company was launched to reduce the cost and increase the availability of synthetic fuels to make […] UKTN (UK Tech News) · 20 Apr 2026 Industry news ZC Rubber reports Q1 revenue and profit growth, EPS slips ZC Rubber has reported steady growth in its unaudited first quarter 2026 results, with increases in revenue, profit and cash flow compared with the same period last year. The company posted revenue of RMB 11.19 billion (£1.21 billion / $1.64 billion), representing a year-on-year increase of 5.17 per cent. Total profit rose by 9.45 per cent to RMB 1.33 billion (£0.14 billion / $0.19 billion). Ne… Tyrepress · 20 Apr 2026 Industry news HPQ Silicon claims 7000 mAh breakthrough for GEN4 21700 cells Canada-based HPQ Silicon has reported that its latest silicon-based lithium-ion cells have exceeded 7000 mAh capacity in testing, marking what it describes as a milestone for industrial-format cylindrical batteries.The company said 21700 cells using Novacium’s GEN4 silicon anode material achieved a discharge capacity of 7030 mAh under extended test conditions. The result was obtained using a… BEST Magazine (Batteries & Energy Storage Technology) · 20 Apr 2026 Industry news Mettler-Toledo expands x-ray capabilities in Europe with Eagle METTLER-Toledo Product Inspection has expanded its x-ray portfolio in Europe with the reintroduction of the Eagle Product Inspection product line. Eagle will operate as a dedicated product line and is positioned at the premium end of the inspection market. The portfolio is said to address applications requiring enhanced detection sensitivity, hygienic system design, and engineered-to-order conf… Packaging Scotland · 20 Apr 2026 Industry news ALDI’S POPULAR PICKY BITS RANGE IS BACK INCLUDING THE VIRAL LOADED DIPS As Brits dust off their picnic blankets for Bank Holiday celebrations, Aldi is bringing back its fan favourite Specially Selected Loaded Dips (£1.99, 170g) just in time for summer. Available in stores now, these snacking essentials went viral on social media last year3, with fans raving on Instagram: “These loaded dips are amazing” and “Love them.” Luckily, dip-lovers can once again enjoy the [… Aldi UK Press Centre · 20 Apr 2026 Industry news Continental showcasing new & established ranges at TTC 2026 Continental intends to become a “pure play tyre maker” in the coming year with the sale of its Automotive business, which means The Tire Cologne is exactly the right platform for presenting its regularly updated range. At this year’s edition of the trade fair, it will display a wide assortment of tyres for passenger cars, commercial vehicles and off-road use. From 9 to 11 June 2026, visitors wi… Tyrepress · 20 Apr 2026 Industry news How AI Is Helping Auto Recyclers Improve Efficiency and Scale Operations AI is helping auto recyclers improve efficiency by reducing admin workload, organising information and freeing up time for revenue-generating activity. A targeted, incremental approach is enabling operators to scale without major system overhauls. Auto Recycling World · 20 Apr 2026 Industry news Elite Garages completes integration of 14 ex-ATS centres Elite Garages has announced the successful completion of the 14 former ATS Euromaster branches it has transferred into its own network, marked by the first day of trading in this new chapter on 20 April 2026. This expansion represents an important step forward for the family-run business, which has been serving motorists for over 65 years. From its origins as a single garage in the 1960s, Elite… Tyrepress · 20 Apr 2026 Industry news ELBC 2026 conference programme announced The ELBC 2026 conference programme has been released. It features the latest in lead battery technology, market trend updates and a diverse range of expert speakers from around the world. The conference takes place at the Austria Center, Vienna between September 15-18.The ELBC 2026 programme features speakers specialising in advanced lead battery research and innovation.… BEST Magazine (Batteries & Energy Storage Technology) · 20 Apr 2026 Industry news Delhi’s winter smog cannot be fixed by local action alone A new modelling study suggests that even if Delhi fully bans crop burning and slashes local emissions, its winter air will remain dangerously polluted without coordinated action across three states. Researchers from IIT Delhi used a high-resolution atmospheric model to test whether existing policies could clean Delhi’s air if applied only within the National Capital […] Air Quality News · 20 Apr 2026 Industry news How ocean microbes maintain vast biodiversity Researchers have discovered that ocean microbes maintain biodiversity by "taking turns" using resources throughout the year. Open Access Government — Environment · 20 Apr 2026 Industry news King’s College London launches new circular economy tool The new tool, aimed at organisations and individuals, helps identify how businesses can reuse materials, rather than discard them. Circular Online (CIWM) · 20 Apr 2026 Industry news Multiverse and Age UK partner on AI and data academy Tech upskilling platform Multiverse has partnered with Age UK, the charity for older people, to launch an AI and data academy that will equip 60 team members with critical digital skills and transform how they supports millions of older people facing poverty and isolation. As the UK’s ageing population continues to grow, the demand for […] UKTN (UK Tech News) · 20 Apr 2026 Industry news ALDI EXPERT REVEALS THE MEANING BEHIND WINE AISLE JARGON Wine jargon can often feel like another language, with terms like ‘terroir’, ‘tannin’ and ‘body’ making it difficult to know if a bottle is the right choice for a weekday dinner, date night or special occasion. But Aldi and its resident wine expert, Sam Caporn, are translating the lingo. The Mistress of Wine is breaking […] Aldi UK Press Centre · 20 Apr 2026 Industry news ALDI ACCELERATES LONDON EXPANSION WITH £40M INVESTMENT IN EIGHT NEW STORES Aldi is expanding in London with eight new stores this year, bringing hundreds of new jobs and more affordable food options to communities lacking discount retailers. The £40m expansion targets areas in the capital and Greater London, where many communities still rely on higher-priced convenience stores or traditional full-price supermarkets for their weekly shop. New […] Aldi UK Press Centre · 20 Apr 2026 Industry news Russian tyre makers seek measures against Chinese PCR/LT tyres Russia’s domestic tyre industry is seeking protection from rising levels of imports, with Chinese tyres at the centre of the debate. According to business daily Kommersant, industry players have asked the Eurasian Economic Commission (EEC) to launch a safeguard investigation into imports of passenger car and light commercial vehicle tyres. Should the case proceed, it could result in the introdu… Tyrepress · 20 Apr 2026 Industry news Aster releases compatible ink cartridges for Brother devices Aster has announced the release of its compatible ink cartridges for the Brother LC504XL and LC506XXL series, developed for use in Brother’s INKvestment inkjet all-in-one printers. The Recycler (imaging consumables recycling) · 20 Apr 2026 Industry news Inaugural winner of Undergraduate Can of the Year award announced CAN Makers UK has announced the inaugural winner of the Undergraduate Can of the Year award. Brooklyn Brewery was selected by Edge Hill University graphic design undergraduates for its Pulp Art can design, which students felt was the most appealing design for Gen Z consumers. The award expands the Can Makers’ commitment to celebrating creative […] Packaging Scotland · 20 Apr 2026 Industry news PreZero opens €42 million SRF plant in Barcelona PreZero, an international waste and recycling management company, has opened what it called Spain’s largest solid recovered fuel (SRF) production facility. Located in the Zona Franca de Barcelona, the new plant represents an investment of more than €42 million and is expected to create over 85 direct jobs. The project has been developed by PreZero, … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 20 Apr 2026 Industry news Revealed: Scientists tell Colombia fossil-fuel transition summit to ‘halt new expansion’ Countries attending a first-of-its-kind fossil-fuel summit have been asked to consider “action recommendations” such as... Carbon Brief · 20 Apr 2026 Industry news A New Crisis Spells Peril for Manufacturers. They Need More Voices in Their Corner. The economic fallout of recent events in the Middle East will be a bitter blow for manufacturers across the country. Just as green shoots started to appear for the industry, a new energy crisis looms, that looks far worse than the last. We now need politicians, the media, and critically, the British public, to rally behind manufacturers. This must be the year the country recognises our proud ma… MEM Magazine (Manufacturing & Engineering) · 20 Apr 2026 Industry news MM Packaging adds new print on hot foil capability MM Packaging Deeside is introducing a new design effect that allows detailed print to be applied directly onto hot foil. The move is designed to expand the cartonboard firm’s finishing capabilities and give brands more creative freedom when creating packaging and promotional materials. The development allows printed details to sit ‘cleanly’ on reflective foil without […] Packaging Scotland · 20 Apr 2026 Industry news Jungheinrich advances battery tech with Monolith AI Monolith, the artificial intelligence software specialist supporting engineering teams with complex physics and product‑development challenges, has confirmed a new partnership with Jungheinrich, one of the world’s major industrial equipment manufacturers.The collaboration is designed to speed up the development of battery‑powered material handling equipment as battery technologies continue to e… BEST Magazine (Batteries & Energy Storage Technology) · 20 Apr 2026 Industry news £22.1 trillion lost to inefficient resource use annually, report finds Inefficient resource use is responsible for £22.1 trillion in losses, a third of global GDP, each year, a new report has found. Circular Online (CIWM) · 20 Apr 2026 Industry news New solution unveiled for vacuum skin packaging for processed fish A new innovation designed for vacuum skin packaging (VSP) for processed fish has been launched by Klöckner Pentaplast (kp). The kp Evolve Fish Boards can contain up to 100% recycled content, helping brands comply with evolving regulatory requirements. Their lightweight, mono-material construction aims to help lower carbon impact and reduce EPR fees, while an open-flap design […] Packaging Scotland · 20 Apr 2026 Industry news Belgium to remove ‘pointless’ street lights A project in Wallonia in Belgium has begun removing and turning off what it terms ‘pointless’ street lights in a […] Recolight · 20 Apr 2026 Industry news Industry initiative donates lights to hospice Industry initiative Donate-A-Light has organised the donation of 78 LED luminaires to a hospice. Blythe House provides vital, free care […] Recolight · 20 Apr 2026 Industry news Megaman brings back the lamp Megaman has ‘brought back the replaceable lamp’ in the form of LED modules that are exchangeable by end users. The […] Recolight · 20 Apr 2026 Industry news Exchange for Change outlines key UK DRS packaging specifications The management body charged with overseeing drink container Deposit Return Schemes (DRSs) for the majority of the UK has set out key material specification requirements for the industry. Packaging News (UK) · 20 Apr 2026