Recycling news: 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 Industry news What went right this week: a healthy kickstart for school dinners, plus more School dinners got a healthy kickstart, there was good news for golden eagles, and the new issue of Positive News launched, plus more Positive News · 17 Apr 2026 Industry news UK scientists unite for seabed survey off the south‑west coast The UK Centre for Seabed Mapping (UK CSM), a group of over 30 public sector organisations with a shared commitment to collect and share high-quality marine data, will undertake a […] Water Magazine · 17 Apr 2026 Industry news Investigation following a pollution incident and dead fish on the Burn of Carron, near Aberlour The Scottish Environment Protection Agency (SEPA) is investigating a pollution incident resulting in dead fish on the Burn of Carron, near Aberlour. SEPA says it received a report of white […] Water Magazine · 17 Apr 2026 Industry news Uisce Éireann and Ireland’s Minister James Browne TD launch Water for Growth Programme Uisce Éireann and Ireland’s Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage, James Browne TD have announced the launch of the Water for Growth Programme for Ireland’s Eastern Region. The targeted […] Water Magazine · 17 Apr 2026 Industry news Landowners in Wales urged to get advice before working in rivers Landowners in Wales are being urged to get expert advice before carrying out any work in rivers or streams to avoid costly mistakes, accidental damage and environmental harm that can […] Water Magazine · 17 Apr 2026 Industry news Thames Water urges Gerrards Cross residents to help trace the source of industrial oil pollution infiltrating its sewer infrastructure Thames Water is appealing to residents and businesses in Gerrards Cross to help identify who is polluting sewers with industrial oil and potentially putting the River Misbourne at risk. The […] Water Magazine · 17 Apr 2026 Industry news Mayor and local Councillors visit £48m project in Knutsford Local councillors and the Mayor of Knutsford have seen first‑hand the progress being made on United Utilities’ £48 million scheme to upgrade the sewer network across Cheshire and improve water […] Water Magazine · 17 Apr 2026 Industry news Same job, different world: How smart tech is reshaping life in the sewers Two generations of South West Water operatives reflect on what it really means to work underground and how the job has changed beyond recognition. On a wet day in the […] Water Magazine · 17 Apr 2026 Industry news Bristol Water completes successful trial to remove harmful pollutants from Chew Valley Reservoir to improve water quality and boost resilience Bristol Water has teamed up with pioneering UK-based environmental technology company, Rookwood Operations, to successfully complete a trial to remove harmful phosphorous pollutants from its Chew Valley Reservoir. While phosphorous […] Water Magazine · 17 Apr 2026 Industry news Worldly tackles audit turmoil with AI Worldly has launched an AI-powered compliance tool aimed at helping brands centralise social audit data as forced labour deadlines close […] Ecotextile News · 16 Apr 2026 Industry news James Cropper celebrates Women in Packaging Excellence Awards recognition PAPER specialist James Cropper is celebrating after being shortlisted in six categories at the Women in Packaging Excellence Awards. Five of the finalists were in categories recognising individual excellence, while one highlights successful teams and businesses. In addition to James Cropper being named as a finalist for the Packaging Services or Team Excellence Award, the […] Packaging Scotland · 16 Apr 2026 Industry news ‘First of its kind’ plant marks progress in food-grade recycling ambitions THE COtooCLEAN demonstration plant developed by Nextek and Coveris, and supported by the Alliance to End Plastic Waste, is now fully operational at Coveris’ ReCover site in Lincolnshire. The move has been described as marking a major step forward in advanced recycling of flexible films. The plant showcases purification technology designed to convert post-consumer polyolefin […] Packaging Scotland · 16 Apr 2026 Industry news Highlands seafood specialist hails ‘eco-conscious’ packaging solution SMURFIT Westrock has revealed details of its sustainable seafood packaging solutions for Dingwall-based Keltic Seafare. Keltic Seafare specialises in live langoustines, lobsters and hand-dived scallops, caught using traditional creel pots and divers. Their catch is shipped overnight in refrigerated transport to restaurants, where next-day freshness is essential. The business approached Smurfit … Packaging Scotland · 16 Apr 2026 Industry news Deadline looms for London Packaging Week Innovation Awards THERE is only one week remaining to enter the London Packaging Week Innovation Awards 2026. Brands, designers, manufacturers and packaging innovators have until April 24 to put their work forward for the awards programmes. The Innovation Awards recognise packaging that delivers on both creativity and performance, from structural ingenuity and technical execution to sustainability credentials […] Packaging Scotland · 16 Apr 2026 Industry news Campaigners urge EU to pursue ETS waste incineration charges MRW Campaigners urge EU to pursue ETS waste incineration charges Report backs introducing charge on fossil carbon emitted from waste incineration, arguing broader policy trends will encourage push to alternatives such as recycling Campaigners urge EU to pursue ETS waste incineration charges Neil Merrett MRW (Materials Recycling World) · 16 Apr 2026 Industry news Washed aggregates firms want Government plan for energy shocks MRW Washed aggregates firms want Government plan for energy shocks Representative of soil and wash plant operators says clarity is vital as Middle East conflict threatens supply chains and causes price spikes Washed aggregates firms want Government plan for energy shocks Daniel Bosley MRW (Materials Recycling World) · 16 Apr 2026 Industry news Emmaus UK welcomes progress on Supported Housing Act but gaps remain Emmaus UK welcomes the government’s Supported Housing (Regulatory Oversight) Act consultation response but calls on ministers to address remaining gaps. The response, published today, is a much-needed step forwards in... Emmaus UK · 16 Apr 2026 Industry news Collect FIFA Coca‑Cola® x Panini Stickers - Coca-Cola Coca-Cola Great Britain media center · 16 Apr 2026 Industry news Back to the future on food regulations Plans for the UK to realign with EU food laws will reduce import costs but leave a raft of unanswered questions including over the future for cell-cultivated meat. Footprint Media (foodservice sustainability) · 16 Apr 2026 Industry news Tyre News in Numbers – April 2026 Tyres & Accessories’ monthly News in Numbers column presents some of the most important statistics of the month, giving you a quick snapshot of major industry stories. Below, we look at the numbers, big and small, that made the news in the April 2026 magazine. Click the embedded links to read more on each article. If you want to support our leading tyre industry news service, you can gain full … Tyrepress · 16 Apr 2026 Industry news Enspired enters Italian BESS market with 962MW pipeline Europe-based battery optimisation specialist Enspired (styled ‘enspired’) has entered the Italian market through a strategic partnership with Energreen Trading, marking its latest expansion as it rolls out its AI-driven trading platform across Europe.The company’s platform – already active across 12 countries – will be deployed in Italy alongside a substantial 962MW project pipeline backed by… BEST Magazine (Batteries & Energy Storage Technology) · 16 Apr 2026 Industry news Tyres & Accessories Magazine April 2026 available to read online or download now Tyres & Accessories April 2026 issue is available to read online and download now. Featuring the latest news and analysis in the SUV tyres segment and the first part of this year's The Tire Cologne Preview, the issue also contains reports from around the global tyre business. This issue also contains an in-depth feature on the first SRI-produced Dunlop tyre for Europe, the new "energy" editions… Tyrepress · 16 Apr 2026 Industry news Volklec secures UK government backing to scale battery manufacturing to 10GWh UK-based battery cell manufacturer Volklec has secured government support to accelerate its transition from early-stage production to large-scale domestic manufacturing, as part of efforts to strengthen the country’s battery supply chain.The funding, delivered through the Advanced Propulsion Centre UK in partnership with Innovate UK and the UK Department for Business and Trade, comes under the… BEST Magazine (Batteries & Energy Storage Technology) · 16 Apr 2026 Industry news ACT brands under pressure on pay ACT’s latest report finds brands upgrading purchasing practices but still struggling to close the gap on wages BERLIN – ACT […] Ecotextile News · 16 Apr 2026 Industry news DRS procurement enters tender stage following three-month supplier engagement A closed process for the appointment of regional logistics and processing contracts for the UK’s forthcoming Deposit Return Scheme (DRS) has moved into the tendering stage. The process, led by Exchange for Change, will appoint providers capable of managing the movement and treatment of returned drinks containers across England, Scotland and Northern Ireland. The tender … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 16 Apr 2026 Industry news Polestar 3 Upgraded – Breathe Software Now Enables Faster Charging Upgraded Polestar 3 enables significantly faster DC charging and greater performance thanks to the combination of new 800 Volt electrical architecture and innovative Breathe Charge software. This intelligent, adaptive battery software allows Polestar 3 to charge 10–80% in as little as 22 minutes. Michael Lohscheller, Polestar’s CEO, says: “The extensive upgrade to an 800 Volt electrical archite… MEM Magazine (Manufacturing & Engineering) · 16 Apr 2026 Industry news Amazon ends support for older Kindles Your Kindle isn't dead, but here's what you need to know about Amazon's decision to stop supporting older Kindles and how to free yours. The Restart Project · 16 Apr 2026 Industry news SRI to showcase Dunlop & Falken at TTC2026 For Dunlop and Falken, this year’s The Tire Cologne is about togetherness. Both brands will use the high-profile tyre trade event to present their strategic priorities, current product ranges and future developments for the European market – and both can be found at the Dunlop Tyre Europe GmbH stands in Hall 6.1, A010 / B019. Tyrepress · 16 Apr 2026