Recycling news: 2026

Industry news ANT Industries Strengthens Precision Capability with Six-Figure Investment Precision engineering specialist ANT Industries has reinforced its advanced manufacturing capability with a six-figure investment in a new AXILE G8 Turn/Mill Centre at its facility in Atherstone, Warwickshire. The new machine forms part of the company’s ongoing strategy to strengthen its position as a trusted supplier of complex components to the aerospace and gas turbine sectors. Designed to c… MEM Magazine (Manufacturing & Engineering) · 16 Apr 2026 Industry news WATA calls on government to protect sector from fuel cost spikes The Washed Aggregates Trade Association is calling on the government to protect the resources and waste sector from escalating fuel costs. Circular Online (CIWM) · 16 Apr 2026 Industry news Thirst and Bruichladdich partner up Thirst has partnered with Bruichladdich to evolve the existing Black Art proposition and visual world for a travel retail audience. Packaging News (UK) · 16 Apr 2026 Industry news Local authorities want clearer guidance on EV charge point accessibility The electric vehicle network is expanding, but unevenly. The risk is disabled drivers will feel left behind. More than half of all councils in England believe balancing the need for charge point accessibility with local constraints is becoming problematic. This is especially true when it comes to narrow streets with limited width and competing requirements […] Environment Journal · 16 Apr 2026 Industry news One of humanity’s greatest climate achievements is at risk The most important international environmental agreement of all time shows how collaboration and cooperation can produce real results. But the impact could soon stall for entirely avoidable reasons. The ozone layer is recovering. And this monumental feat — which required a global treaty on ending the use of harmful gases such as CFCs — is […] Environment Journal · 16 Apr 2026 Industry news The sustainable London markets championing local makers London’s markets are opening this spring with a focus on sustainability and community Positive News · 16 Apr 2026 Industry news Mondi expands paper bags business in Southeast Asia through new joint venture - Mondi Group Mondi newsroom · 16 Apr 2026 Industry news Heavy industry could cut energy use by 45% by 2050 - Energy Live News Energy Live News · 16 Apr 2026 Industry news What the Dartmoor ‘overgrazing ruling’ means for statutory bodies in England Ecological degradation and lack of livestock population control means a prized area of British countryside is fighting for survival. Now a new court ruling has serious implications for local land custodians, and those in other parts of the country. Last month the England and Wales High Court handed down a long-awaited judgement on accusations of […] Environment Journal · 16 Apr 2026 Industry news Why strategic investment is the unsung accelerator of rewilding This post is by Rebecca Wrigley, CEO at Rewilding Britain. When we talk about restoring nature in Britain, the conversation often defaults to government targets, public subsidies and corporate commitments. These are vital, but as the recent national security assessment has made clear, the rate […] Green Alliance blog (Inside Track) · 16 Apr 2026 Industry news Miraclon announces top performing partners Flexographic printing for packaging expert Miraclon has announced the global and regional winners of its annual Channel Partner Awards programme. Packaging News (UK) · 16 Apr 2026 Industry news Water UK calls for overhaul of self-monitoring regime amid trust concerns Water UK is urging a rethink of the current operator self-monitoring (OSM) system, arguing that the framework has outlived its usefulness and is contributing to declining public trust in the […] Water Magazine · 16 Apr 2026 Industry news Environment Agency secures £2.35m from Yorkshire Water for environmental improvements The Environment Agency (EA) has secured £2.35 million from Yorkshire Water for environmental improvements following a series of pollution incidents. The EA accepted seven enforcement undertakings after separate pollution incidents […] Water Magazine · 16 Apr 2026 Industry news Better flood protection target exceeded, says EA Almost 62,000 homes and businesses have been better protected from flooding over the last two years as the Environment Agency confirms it has exceeded its two-year property protection target by nearly 10,000. The government has invested £2.65 […] Water Magazine · 16 Apr 2026 Industry news NI Water issues urgent safety warning over reservoir activities NI Water has issued an urgent public safety warning advising against all water-based activities at its reservoir sites, citing increasing concern over risky behaviour and the potential for serious harm. […] Water Magazine · 16 Apr 2026 Industry news Ofwat proposes new approach to capital maintenance allowances ahead of PR29 Ofwat has published a proposed methodology for determining capital maintenance allowances for the 2029–2034 regulatory period (PR29), signalling a shift towards a more standardised and evidence-driven framework for assessing infrastructure […] Water Magazine · 16 Apr 2026 Industry news Ofwat opens consultation following CMA decision to add five schemes to PR24 large schemes gated process Ofwat has launched a consultation following the Competition and Markets Authority’s (CMA) decision to add five additional water infrastructure schemes to Ofwat’s “large schemes gated process”, following its final redeterminations […] Water Magazine · 16 Apr 2026 Industry news UK economy faces £90m-a-day losses from flooded electricity substations The UK economy could lose £90 million a day during severe weather because the electricity substations that power British businesses are at risk of flooding, new research reveals. New national […] Water Magazine · 16 Apr 2026 Industry news M Group launches Sector Entry Pilot to tackle industry skills gap and unlock meaningful career opportunities In partnership with EU Skills (EUSP) and the Department for Work & Pensions (DWP), M Group has launched a new Sector Entry Pilot programme to address critical skills shortages and […] Water Magazine · 16 Apr 2026 Industry news New project tackles nutrient neutrality challenge for housing developers The National Rivers Consortium (NRC) and Responsible Body RSK Biocensus have joined forces on a nutrient neutrality mitigation project to address the challenges facing new residential developments while remaining vigilant […] Water Magazine · 16 Apr 2026 Industry news Why cheap power could matter more than clean power in the push for net zero The question of how important making our electricity clean is to going green is coming under increasing scrutiny BBC News — Science & Environment · 15 Apr 2026 Industry news ESG pressure explained: What’s driving it and what comes next What’s driving ESG pressure today? From regulation to supply chains, explore the key forces shaping ESG expectations and what businesses should do next. Valpak · 15 Apr 2026 Industry news CLA registers cow as waste carrier to highlight need for reform MRW CLA registers cow as waste carrier to highlight need for reform Association says campaign highlights need for tougher checks to stop criminals, as schedule for carrier reforms yet to be confirmed CLA registers cow as waste carrier to highlight need for reform Daniel Bosley MRW (Materials Recycling World) · 15 Apr 2026 Industry news Veolia unveils complete service for data centres, including waste management Veolia has launched a complete service offering for data centres, known as “Data Centre Resource 360”. The package is designed to address both environmental and operational challenges, with a focus on circularity. It combines all three portfolios within the company: waste management, energy and water. The offering includes the promise to reuse or recycle up … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 15 Apr 2026 Industry news Wayve raises new £44m investment from chip giants London-based AI group Wayve has added $60m (£44m) of new funding from chip giants months after securing a $1.2bn investment. The autonomous driving software developer is working towards integrating its automotive compute platforms into vehicles to support commercial partnerships, including a deal with Nissan to rollout robotaxis. “For embodied AI to scale, automakers need design […] UKTN (UK Tech News) · 15 Apr 2026 Industry news How energy productivity can unlock $15trn in energy savings for heavy industries While the transition to high-cost, low-carbon fuels across heavy industries could initially impose ‘green premiums’, it has been claimed that energy productivity may offset some of these costs while unlocking $15trn in savings. Here, edie explores which energy productivity levers are needed for sectors such as aluminium, plastics and aviation. edie — Circular Economy tag · 15 Apr 2026 Industry news Kumho Tyre Continues to Enrich its Team Kumho Tyre (UK) Ltd has further strengthened its UK sales team with the appointment of Luke Emery as Area Sales Manager, covering the South East of England, as the company continues to build momentum across the market. Luke joins Kumho with more than 22 years of experience in the tyre industry, having built a strong career across both passenger car and motorsport sectors. His appointment forms … MEM Magazine (Manufacturing & Engineering) · 15 Apr 2026 Industry news GMG reports graphene aluminium-ion energy density of 101 Wh/kg Australia-based Graphene Manufacturing Group (GMG) has reported a significant increase in the energy density of its graphene aluminium-ion battery technology, as it moves closer to commercialisation of ultra-fast charging cells.In an update released on April 15, GMG said its “G+A CELLS” have nearly doubled their energy density since December 2025, rising from 26 Wh/kg to… BEST Magazine (Batteries & Energy Storage Technology) · 15 Apr 2026 Industry news Partnering for Change: WasteAid and NEA Formalise Environmental Collaboration On 10th April 2026, WasteAid convened a high-level meeting with the National Environment Agency (NEA), culminating in the successful signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU). The agreement marks a significant step toward strengthening collaboration on sustainable waste management and environmental protection in The Gambia. Speaking at the signing ceremony, the Executive Director of NEA, [… WasteAid · 15 Apr 2026 Industry news AVL and Ansible Motion Partner to Enhance Vehicle Simulation Experience AVL Mobility Technologies, Inc. and Ansible Motion announce their partnership to provide vehicle manufacturers and suppliers AVL VSMTM software with Ansible Motion’s Driver-in-the-Loop Simulators. This one-two punch in virtual development will allow users to develop components and vehicles more quickly by significantly reducing development, testing and validation time and cost. AVL VSM is a com… MEM Magazine (Manufacturing & Engineering) · 15 Apr 2026 Industry news The world’s largest wind/solar farm begins operation The world’s largest wind–solar co-located project is now operational on the Loess Plateau in northwest China, marking a significant milestone in the evolution of large-scale renewable energy systems. With a total installed capacity of 6 GW, made up of 4.5 GW of wind and 1.5 GW of solar, the project delivers more than 12 TWh […] Air Quality News · 15 Apr 2026 Industry news How can we build a future-fit food system? Nick Hughes talks to Planeatry Alliance co-founder Mike Barry about his vision for a food system fit to manage future risks and seize commercial opportunities Footprint Media (foodservice sustainability) · 15 Apr 2026 Industry news Aussie fintech unicorn Zeller to take on UK market Australian fintech unicorn Zeller has expanded to the UK in hopes of taking on the heavily competitive finance and payments sector. The Melbourne-based group was founded in 2020 and quickly grew to a $1bn business payment and financial solution platform after a hefty funding round in 2022. Though its growth has been impressive, its entrance […] UKTN (UK Tech News) · 15 Apr 2026 Industry news Festo Introduces the HPSX Universal Adaptive Gripper Festo has introduced the HPSX Universal Adaptive Gripper, a pneumatic soft gripper engineered to improve speed, hygiene and flexibility in demanding food, pharmaceutical and cosmetics applications. Combining robust design, food-safe materials and adaptive silicone fingers, the HPSX directly addresses long-standing automation challenges where rapid, precise and gentle product handling is essenti… MEM Magazine (Manufacturing & Engineering) · 15 Apr 2026 Industry news Reconomy identifies barriers to scaling up circular textiles systems MRW Reconomy identifies barriers to scaling up circular textiles systems Strategic review into crisis-stricken sector argues for improved data, aligned policies and co-ordinated infrastructure investment Reconomy identifies barriers to scaling up circular textiles systems Daniel Bosley MRW (Materials Recycling World) · 15 Apr 2026 Industry news Somerset Wood Recycling to Reuse Timber from Historic Birnbeck Pier Community Wood Recycling is pleased to share news of a new partnership supporting the restoration of Birnbeck Pier in Weston‑super‑Mare. Somerset Wood Recycling has signed an agreement to transform timber salvaged from the Grade II* listed pier into unique items that will help fund the site’s future. Wood removed during restoration that can’t be reused [...] Community Wood Recycling · 15 Apr 2026 Industry news 1.2m English homes at risk of flooding identified and mapped With April showers increasingly turning into deluges, and storm overflows notoriously struggling with volume of water, a major new national project has marked which households need to be most worried. Conducted by Ordnance Survey, and powered with AI data cloud Snowflake, new modelling has shown 1.2 million homes which are susceptible to flooding across England. […] Environment Journal · 15 Apr 2026 Industry news When Disruption Puts Automotive Wellbeing Under Pressure Rachel Clift, of Ben, reflects on how last year’s disruption at JLR highlighted wider pressures on automotive workers, including stress, strain and the need for stronger day-to-day wellbeing support. ATF Professional · 15 Apr 2026 Industry news EA confirms clean-up now underway at Kidlington waste dump MRW EA confirms clean-up now underway at Kidlington waste dump Acumen Waste Services begins removal of 21,000 tonnes of illegal waste from site, sparking renewed criticism of regulator’s performance EA confirms clean-up now underway at Kidlington waste dump Daniel Bosley MRW (Materials Recycling World) · 15 Apr 2026 Industry news Papilo expands into Scotland with third acquisition in a year Papilo has continued its expansion strategy with the acquisition of REKK Recycling, marking its third deal in the past 12 months. The Scotland-based business, headquartered in Uddingston near Glasgow, provides total waste management solutions to clients across the food production, manufacturing and industrial sectors throughout Scotland and England. According to Papilo, its addition strengthens… letsrecycle.com News · 15 Apr 2026