Recycling news: 2026

Industry news Cosmic dust found to be behind Venusian haze Cosmic dust from shooting stars, not Venus itself, is responsible for a puzzling haze layer beneath the planet’s sulfuric acid clouds, new research reveals. At AQN, we like the odd, distracting flight of fancy into hitherto uncharted air quality realms, so imagine our joy when, having published a story on Venus’s air pollution earlier this […] Air Quality News · 15 Apr 2026 Industry news PART Act targets catalytic converter theft: why traceability matters across the parts chain The PART Act seeks to curb catalytic converter theft by tightening traceability and resale controls. For recyclers and repairers, it signals a shift toward stronger documentation, verified sourcing and greater supply-chain transparency. Auto Recycling World · 15 Apr 2026 Industry news IR Italiana Riprografia expands compatible waste toner box range IR Italiana Riprografia has announced the launch of a new range of compatible waste toner boxes, further broadening its portfolio of imaging supplies across multiple OEM platforms. The Recycler (imaging consumables recycling) · 15 Apr 2026 Industry news Zhono showcases “piggyback” chip system Zhono has unveiled a new “piggyback” chip solution designed to simplify cartridge refurbishment and reduce costs for resellers and remanufacturers. The Recycler (imaging consumables recycling) · 15 Apr 2026 Industry news No successful circular economy without material data A circular economy depends on one key factor: material data. Without it, recyclability cannot be assessed, dismantling cannot be optimised, and recycled content targets cannot be met in a viable way. Auto Recycling World · 15 Apr 2026 Industry news 35 Under 35: Entries open for awards recognising the environmental sector’s rising stars The post 35 Under 35: Entries open for awards recognising the environmental sector’s rising stars appeared first on Grundon . Grundon Waste Management · 15 Apr 2026 Industry news Cow called Beau Vine approved for waste carrier license A cow has been legally approved to dispose of household waste, which campaigners say shows how easy it is for criminals to gain a waste carrier license. Circular Online (CIWM) · 15 Apr 2026 Industry news 35 Under 35: Entries Open for Awards Recognising the Environmental Sector’s Rising Stars The 35 Under 35 awards programme has returned for another year, calling on professionals across the waste, recycling and environmental sector to put themselves or a colleague forward for recognition. Entry is free and open now. Organised by letsrecycle.com and supported by headline sponsor Grundon, 35 Under 35 recognises individuals under the age of 35 … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 15 Apr 2026 Industry news StirLight secures £1.25m for friction stir welding quality assurance platform StirLight has secured £1.25m to accelerate the commercialisation of StirSense, its proprietary quality assurance platform for friction stir welding (FSW) for aerospace, automotive, defence and energy supply chains. Friction stir welding produces stronger, lighter, more repeatable joints than traditional fusion welding, with no filler materials, no shielding gas and significantly lower energy co… UKTN (UK Tech News) · 15 Apr 2026 Industry news Medical Technology: Custom Grinding Processes Drive Efficiency and Product Variety in Production Medical technology currently stands out as a “pearl” in the German industrial landscape. It is reliably fueled by demographic shifts and a rising demand for products such as minimally invasive surgical instruments, implants, and artificial knee and hip joints. When it comes to quality, functionality, surface finish, or perfect fit, grinding processes play a vital role in the manufacturing of th… MEM Magazine (Manufacturing & Engineering) · 15 Apr 2026 Industry news Seabirds reveal global mercury distribution in oceans Mercury released into the oceans affects marine environments worldwide. Traditionally, its distribution and quantity have been estimated using marine biogeochemical simulation models. A recent international study led by Japanese researchers analyzed blood mercury concentrations in more than 11,215 seabirds from 108 species, of which 659 were newly collected samples and over 10,556 were from pre… Envirotec Magazine · 15 Apr 2026 Industry news AI cameras in Sussex will target dangerous driving behaviours New AI cameras are being used in Sussex to help police target dangerous driving behaviours and improve road safety, as part of a wider push to reduce serious and fatal collisions. Sussex Police said it is the latest force to deploy the technology, which is designed specifically to detect drivers using a mobile phone or […] Envirotec Magazine · 15 Apr 2026 Industry news Regen cotton farmers surge in India, Tanzania Independent audits confirm 42,000 smallholders now meet the Regenerative Cotton Standard, with Tanzania numbers rising by 88% in a year […] Ecotextile News · 15 Apr 2026 Industry news Work in progress. What to expect in the new issue of Positive News magazine Editor Tom Pattinson introduces the new issue of Positive News magazine, which is out now Positive News · 15 Apr 2026 Industry news G&G targets value-focused print markets G&G has launched its Dual-Eco inkjet series, targeting cost-conscious small office and SME customers with higher-capacity compatible cartridges for Canon and Epson devices. The Recycler (imaging consumables recycling) · 15 Apr 2026 Industry news Print brochures anchor retail strategy Printed brochures continue to underpin retail communication strategies in 2026, retaining a dominant position even as digital channels expand, according to new data from IFH Media Analytics. The Recycler (imaging consumables recycling) · 15 Apr 2026 Industry news Faerch and Norfersk scale meat trays using CIRPET+ Faerch has shared results from the product launch of circular PET meat trays developed in partnership with Norfersk. Packaging News (UK) · 15 Apr 2026 Industry news Bangladesh’s garment worker roadmap ‘stalling’ IndustriALL says ILO bid to improve garment worker rights in Bangladesh is failing to secure factory level improvements DHAKA – […] Ecotextile News · 15 Apr 2026 Industry news Ninestar resets after sharp downturn Ninestar has reported a sharp earnings reversal as it restructures its business following the major divestment and weaker global demand. The Recycler (imaging consumables recycling) · 15 Apr 2026 Industry news Countrystyle opens 75k-tonne waste transfer station in East Kent Countrystyle Recycling has opened a new waste transfer station (WTS) in Otterpool, near Folkestone in East Kent. The facility is designed to handle up to 75,000 tonnes of commercial waste per year. Waste delivered to the site will be sorted and segregated before being transported to the company’s reprocessing facility at Ridham Dock. Andy Sibley, … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 15 Apr 2026 Industry news Clean Food Group raises £4.5m to scale its sustainable oils factory Clean Food Group (CFG) has secured £4.5m in a round led by Clean Growth Fund and New Agrarian, two specialist investors dedicated to fostering sustainable growth in food technology. CFG, a UK biotech manufacturer pioneering sustainable oils and fats through fermentation, has also successfully secured a £700k non-dilutive grant from Innovate UK. The company’s fermentation […] UKTN (UK Tech News) · 15 Apr 2026 Industry news Why Sovereign Manufacturing is Becoming Critical to UK Infrastructure Security The resilience of the UK’s critical national infrastructure is under increasing scrutiny, as recent events and government policy signal a shift in how risk is understood—and managed. In November 2025, the government announced plans for a new Energy Resilience Strategy following the North Hyde substation fire, which caused major disruption and exposed vulnerabilities in essential infrastructure.… MEM Magazine (Manufacturing & Engineering) · 15 Apr 2026 Industry news China’s air pollution control enters ‘deep water’ phase Now the main challenges lie in regional disparities, increased coal-chemical use and VOC emissions China’s new national air quality standards set in March by the environment ministry require annual fine particulate matter (PM2.5) limits to fall from 35 to 30 μg/m³ by 2030, and further to 25 μg/m³ after 2030. This article was originally published […] Air Quality News · 15 Apr 2026 Industry news Kyocera strikes laser technology acquisition Deal strengthens RGB laser capabilities for automotive, AR and metaverse applications globally. The Recycler (imaging consumables recycling) · 15 Apr 2026 Industry news Coveris invests in Polish manufacturing plants Coveris Is strengthening its production capabilities in Central and Eastern Europe through investments of €1.8 million in its two Polish manufacturing plants. Packaging News (UK) · 15 Apr 2026 Industry news Tiny arctic particles could hold clues to cloud formation and climate change Scientists have discovered a surprising contributor to cloud formation in the Arctic. These are tiny particles released from meltwater ponds that form on top of sea ice. Open Access Government — Environment · 15 Apr 2026 Industry news Toshiba appoints new Chief Solutions and Marketing Executive Toshiba America Business Solutions announced the promotion of Kerstin Woods to Chief Solutions and Marketing Executive, a new role that underscores the company’s continued transformation into a cloud, AI, and solutions-driven organisation. The Recycler (imaging consumables recycling) · 15 Apr 2026 Industry news Canon recognised in IDC MarketScape Canon U.S.A., Inc. announced that its parent company, Canon Inc., has been designated a “Leader” in the IDC MarketScape: Worldwide Print Security Solutions and Services Hardcopy 2025–2026 Vendor Assessment. The Recycler (imaging consumables recycling) · 15 Apr 2026 Industry news Love agency rebrands Lark whisky distiller packs Design agency Love has rebranded the packaging for Tasmanian whisky distiller Lark. Packaging News (UK) · 15 Apr 2026 Industry news NBF Encourages Bed Trade to Support May Mattress Campaign The National Bed Federation (NBF) is calling on the bed trade to support its May Be Time for a New Mattress campaign next month, which raises awareness of when consumers should replace their mattresses. To assist retailers, the NBF has provided a free marketing toolkit, which includes the official logo, engaging social media infographics and […] National Bed Federation · 15 Apr 2026 Industry news ALDI’S OUTDOOR PLAY RANGE RETURNS JUST IN TIME FOR THE MAY BANK HOLIDAY WITH PRICES FROM JUST £3.99 With May bank holidays and half term just around the corner, research shows that encouraging creativity and outdoor play can make children 27% more physically active.1 Thats why Aldi is making it simple and affordable for parents to keep kids entertained. Available in stores from 30th April, Aldi has everything needed to create the ultimate outdoor play zone, featuring Sand and Water tables to … Aldi UK Press Centre · 15 Apr 2026 Industry news Tariffs push garment workers into crisis New BHRRC research finds apparel brands’ responses to 2025 US tariffs caused widespread harm to workers across global supply chains […] Ecotextile News · 15 Apr 2026 Industry news AI and megarounds drive VC investment surge in Q1 UK startups and scaleups raised over £5.7bn in venture capital in Q1 2026, marking a 60% increase on the same period last year and the strongest first quarter since 2022, according to new analysis from HSBC Innovation Banking UK and Dealroom. Growth was driven by a surge in late-stage investment and record levels of AI […] UKTN (UK Tech News) · 15 Apr 2026 Industry news £8 million clean-up of illegal waste site in Kidlington begins Work to remove 21,000 tonnes of waste from an illegal waste site in Kidlington, Oxfordshire, has now begun. Circular Online (CIWM) · 15 Apr 2026 Industry news BCMPA at Making Pharmaceuticals & Making Nutraceutical shows The BCMPA – the Association for Contract Manufacturing, Packing, Fulfilment & Logistics – will be exhibiting at this year’s Making Pharmaceuticals & Distributing Pharmaceuticals show highlighting the power of third-party partnerships. The show, which runs from 21-22 April at the Coventry Building Society Arena, is also co-located with the first Making Nutraceuticals show. The new show highlight… MEM Magazine (Manufacturing & Engineering) · 15 Apr 2026 Industry news Nature’s “universal rhythm”: Why animals communicate at 2 Hertz Northwestern University scientists have identified a universal "communication tempo" of roughly 2 hertz across diverse species. This rhythm—found in everything from cricket chirps to pop music—likely evolved because it matches the natural processing speed of animal brains, making communication more efficient. Open Access Government — Environment · 15 Apr 2026 Industry news Six-month clean-up starts at Kidlington waste dump A clean-up operation has begun at the illegal waste site in Kidlington, Oxfordshire, with lorries now removing thousands of tonnes of dumped material, the Environment Agency (EA) confirmed. The clearance, originally expected to start in February, is now underway at the site near the A34. The operation is being led by the EA and carried … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 15 Apr 2026 Industry news Nulogy launches computerised maintenance management system Nulogy has launched Nulogy Maintenance, a computerised maintenance management system (CMMS) built to connect machine health directly to plant performance data. Packaging News (UK) · 15 Apr 2026 Industry news 10 million trees have now transformed England’s industrial heartland One of the UK’s most significant nature restoration and ecosystem regeneration projects marks a major milestone with measurable social, economic and environmental impacts. 30 years after work first began to establish the National Forest across 200 square miles of the Midlands — spanning Derbyshire, Leicestershire and Staffordshire — the scheme has confirmed its 10 millionth […] Environment Journal · 15 Apr 2026 Industry news Plastic recovered from the coastlines is driving food-safe recycled polypropylene It’s in cups, trays, caps, films, closures — and our seas. Less than 1% of a ubiquitous packaging type is currently recycled, but can marine cleanups catalyse change? According to Prevented Ocean Plastic, the future of packaging for convenience food, make-up and other consumable products could be recycled polypropylene. In a world first, the organisation […] Environment Journal · 15 Apr 2026