Recycling news: 2026

Industry news Pirelli confirms 2026 targets Pirelli & C. SpA has confirmed its 2026 outlook despite ongoing geopolitical instability in the Middle East, sharing that it is implementing a mitigation plan to offset rising cost pressures. The group expects Adjusted EBIT to land at the lower end of previously issued guidance. Tyrepress · 17 Apr 2026 Industry news Interactive map reveals ammonia hotspots from factory farms A new interactive map has revealed the scale of ammonia pollution from industrial pig and poultry units across the UK, with the worst concentrations clustered in Lincolnshire, Herefordshire and Norfolk – regions with the highest density of intensive farms. The map, created by Compassion in World Farming and Sustain, highlights clear pollution hotspots where emissions […] Air Quality News · 17 Apr 2026 Industry news Appointments Round-Up (17/04/2026) Appointments round-up, featuring CIRQLR, Exchange for Change and the Bureau of International Recycling. Nick Horler takes up Chair of CIRQLR with immediate effect Business recycling group CIRQLR has appointed Nick Horler as Chair with immediate effect, bringing more than 30 years of executive and board-level experience across the utilities and logistics sectors. Horler has spent … Read More The… letsrecycle.com News · 17 Apr 2026 Industry news EU launches €10m textile circularity call The European Commission has opened funding to scale up textile collection, sorting, reuse and repair systems across European cities and […] Ecotextile News · 17 Apr 2026 Industry news Definely founder: For the cause, not the applause Nnamdi Emelifeonwu is the co-founder and chief executive of Definely, an automated tool for crafting and reviewing legal documents. In this week’s Founder in Five Q&A, Emelifeonwu discusses staying dedicated to your company’s mission instead of personal glory, why a good head of people is a great investment and his time building a pound shop in […] UKTN (UK Tech News) · 17 Apr 2026 Industry news Morrow secures first defence contract with German customer Norwegian cell manufacturer Morrow Batteries has entered the defence sector for the first time, signing a contract to supply battery cells to an unnamed German defence company following a year-long evaluation programme.The agreement marks a milestone for the Arendal-based company, whose lithium iron phosphate (LFP) cells were benchmarked against established international suppliers. According to… BEST Magazine (Batteries & Energy Storage Technology) · 17 Apr 2026 Industry news Cobalt Energy claims 2026 Masters of Waste title at The Oxfordshire Cobalt Energy has won the 2026 Masters of Waste Golf Day, which took place yesterday, 16 April at The Oxfordshire Golf Club, scoring 100 points to claim the title at the tournament’s 15th edition. The event brought together waste and recycling professionals from across the industry for a day of competition and networking at one … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 17 Apr 2026 Industry news Beckhoff – Ensuring Dairy Success ~ Beckhoff and Peacock Technology collaborate for teat care automation ~ For nearly two decades, Peacock Technology has worked at the intersection of engineering and innovation, delivering electronic, software, AI and automation solutions across a wide range of industries. This breadth of experience has positioned the consultancy to tackle complex, real-world challenges with robust, scalable au… MEM Magazine (Manufacturing & Engineering) · 17 Apr 2026 Industry news Timo Koponen begins as Nokian Tyres CFO Nokian Tyres has a new CFO, with Timo Koponen taking over this role on 15 April from Jari Huuhtanen, who held the position on an interim basis in addition to his remit as VP, Group Business Control. Koponen reports to President and CEO Paolo Pompei. Tyrepress · 17 Apr 2026 Industry news Fruehauf – Precision in Motion Fruehauf leads the way in bulk trailer manufacturing with advanced Fronius welding technology Fruehauf’s rich heritage is a true testament to its inventive spirit and steadfast dedication to the bulk trailer manufacturing sector. With a history that spans over a century, the company has consistently pushed the boundaries of trailer design and production. This continuous evolution mirrors the un… MEM Magazine (Manufacturing & Engineering) · 17 Apr 2026 Industry news Belzona Appoints Bosna Petroleum Company as Exclusive Distributor for Libya Belzona, a global manufacturer of repair composite materials and industrial protective coatings, has announced the appointment of Bosna Petroleum Company (BPC) as the exclusive Belzona Distributor for Libya. BPC first began specifying and applying Belzonasystems in 2023. Now operating as an official Distributor with an established stockholding of Belzona products, the Company is well positioned… MEM Magazine (Manufacturing & Engineering) · 17 Apr 2026 Industry news FB Chain announces new chapter in its leadership FB Chain is entering its next phase of growth with the appointment of Karen Barton as Managing Director as the business accelerates delivery of its 2026 –2029 strategic priorities. Wood Recyclers Association · 17 Apr 2026 Industry news Zhono introduces latest “first to market” chip solution Zhono has released compatible chips for use in Xerox B105 series devices. The Recycler (imaging consumables recycling) · 17 Apr 2026 Industry news First investment from the UK’s £500m Sovereign AI Fund announced The UK government has confirmed the first investment from its new flagship £500m Sovereign AI fund will go towards infrastructure startup Callosum. The fund, unveiled this week by the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology (DSIT), the fund was launched as a way for the government to directly support the sector and drive a culture […] UKTN (UK Tech News) · 17 Apr 2026 Industry news SBTi Mandatory Reviews: Converting Compliance into Strategic Climate Performance SBTi five‑year reviews are now mandatory. See what’s changed and how to use the review to strengthen climate performance and credibility. Anthesis Group · 17 Apr 2026 Industry news Fujifilm unveils AI chat tool Fujifilm Business Innovation is launching an artificial intelligence chat function for its FUJIFILM IWpro cloud service, aiming to help companies extract value from internal documents and improve decision-making accuracy. The Recycler (imaging consumables recycling) · 17 Apr 2026 Industry news Modern Milkman launches ‘UK’s first compostable bread bag’ Modern Milkman, the British scale-up reimagining the traditional milk round, has become the first company in the UK to introduce the home-compostable bread bag from Treetop Biopak to its customers. Packaging News (UK) · 17 Apr 2026 Industry news Government announces tailored health support for firefighters The government has announced a new package of health support for firefighters, including regular health checks and dedicated research into the unique risks faced by those serving in the profession. Health and Social Care Secretary Wes Streeting unveiled the Firefighters Concordat on Health and Wellbeing, an agreement between key organisations to improve prevention, early diagnosis […] Air Quality News · 17 Apr 2026 Industry news Altkin positions itself as partner of choice in Europe Altkin will use its presence at The Recycler Live & Trade Days 2026 to signal its ambition to expand its European partner network and strengthen its role as a platform for growth, collaboration and long-term alignment. The Recycler (imaging consumables recycling) · 17 Apr 2026 Industry news Ninestar files $470 million claim against PAG Ninestar has filed a $470 million (€432 million) lawsuit against PAG Asia Capital in a Chinese court, escalating a bitter dispute over control of printer maker Lexmark and deepening a cross-border legal battle that already includes arbitration in Hong Kong. The Recycler (imaging consumables recycling) · 17 Apr 2026 Industry news Ricoh International expands Bosnia and Herzegovina presence Ricoh International B.V. has announced a strategic partnership with VEGOS d.o.o. Sarajevo, strengthening Ricoh’s presence across Bosnia and Herzegovina and expanding access to its digital services and print and imaging solutions nationwide. The Recycler (imaging consumables recycling) · 17 Apr 2026 Industry news DS Smith supports Lalique Beauty’s home fragrance collection with new pack design Lalique Beauty, part of the Lalique Group, rooted in the heritage of the iconic Lalique crystal house, has enlisted the expertise of DS Smith to design and manufacture folding boxes and inserts in support of the launch of its new home fragrance collection, Tales of Light. Packaging News (UK) · 17 Apr 2026 Industry news SAS Tech acquires Rapid IT Deal creates larger UK IT lifecycle group with scale and security capabilities. The Recycler (imaging consumables recycling) · 17 Apr 2026 Industry news Interpack 2026 | Metsä Board brings its ‘Lead the Pack’ strategy into practice At Interpack 2026 in Düsseldorf (7–13 May), Metsä Board, a leading European producer of fresh fibre paperboards and part of Metsä Group, will showcase how its ‘Lead the Pack’ strategy. Packaging News (UK) · 17 Apr 2026 Industry news INTERVIEW: Retapp tackles trust gap in device disposal Ahead of its event in Cambridge on 18 April, letsrecycle.com spoke to Sonia Lange Ramontja, CEO and Co-Founder of Retapp, about tackling the UK’s growing stockpile of unused electronics. The UK’s e-waste challenge is not just about what is thrown away, but what isn’t. Material Focus estimated that UK households are holding onto 880 million unused electrical items. Much of this stockpile reflect… letsrecycle.com News · 17 Apr 2026 Industry news UBEO Business Services expands across the Southeast UBEO Business Services announced the strategic acquisitions of CEI in North Carolina and ABR Digital Office Solutions in Georgia and South Carolina. The Recycler (imaging consumables recycling) · 17 Apr 2026 Industry news Ocean eddies: How small-scale instabilities are driving large-scale climate shifts Research from the University of Miami shows that intensifying ocean eddies are reshaping coastal climates by warming surface waters while cooling the deep sea. By studying the Agulhas Current, scientists discovered that these swirling offshoots are the hidden drivers behind extreme temperature shifts that could soon be seen in major currents like the Gulf Stream. Open Access Government — Environment · 17 Apr 2026 Industry news Tenders and contract wins round-up 17 April 2026 MRW Tenders and contract wins round-up 17 April 2026 Latest update includes Angus Council tender for the supply of a range of recycled furniture, as well as award of contract for commercial waste collection services from local authority buildings Tenders and contract wins round-up 17 April 2026 Joswin Corda MRW (Materials Recycling World) · 17 Apr 2026 Industry news Introduction to Metal Processing - IOM3 Materials World (IOM3) · 17 Apr 2026 Industry news High-Capacity 5-Axis HMC Makes UK Debut at MACH 2026 MACH 2026 will see NCMT introduce the Makino a800Z to the UK market. The large-frame, 5-axis horizontal machining centre (HMC) has been developed for high-precision, high-throughput machining of sizeable aluminium, steel and titanium components. The a800Z features a twin-pallet configuration with 800 mm square pallets, each capable of supporting workpieces weighing up to 2,000 kg. The design is… MEM Magazine (Manufacturing & Engineering) · 17 Apr 2026 Industry news WATCH: Aral Sea restoration proves ‘irreparable’ ecosystems can be revived Once declared a dead zone and beyond environmental salvage, one of the world’s greatest examples of land and resource mismanagement is slowly becoming a beacon of hope for climate activists. Up until the mid-20th Century, the Aral Sea was the third-largest lake on the planet. Straddling Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan, this region suffered at the hands […] Environment Journal · 17 Apr 2026 Industry news The UK’s ‘R&D approach’ to boosting education with AI The UK government has announced plans to work with edtechs, AI labs and schools to develop new tools that could radically shift student education. Tech firms have been invited to participate in a government-led initiative to create AI systems that can support the learning of children, with the initial pilot intended to support up to […] UKTN (UK Tech News) · 17 Apr 2026 Industry news Petrobas picks Honeywell technology for SAF project in Brazil - Biofuels International Magazine Biofuels International · 17 Apr 2026 Industry news Report warns that government risks AI backlash without sharing benefits - Public Sector Executive Public Sector Executive · 17 Apr 2026 Industry news Warburtons invests £100M and acquires new site - Food Manufacture Food Manufacture · 17 Apr 2026 Industry news Markets react as Labour looks at decoupling gas and electricity prices - Energy Live News Energy Live News · 17 Apr 2026 Industry news Volunteers' Week 2026 - Charity Retail Association Charity Retail Association · 17 Apr 2026 Industry news MPs to explore Treasury’s role in environment and climate policy in new inquiry The Environmental Audit Committee has launched a new inquiry exploring the UK Treasury’s role in shaping decisions on climate, nature and the environment across government. The cross-party Environmental Audit Committee […] Water Magazine · 17 Apr 2026 Industry news Suzano social responsibility report outlines key achievements Suzano, one of the world’s largest pulp producers for packaging, has made what it says is significant progress in its social investment strategy over the past five years. Packaging News (UK) · 17 Apr 2026 Industry news MinSouth (MinSouth) - IOM3 Materials World (IOM3) · 17 Apr 2026