Recycling news: 2026

Industry news OPRL joins the UK Packaging Pact as a Founding Signatory OPRL joins the UK Packaging Pact as a founding signatory, supporting a more circular UK packaging system. OPRL (On-Pack Recycling Label) · 14 Apr 2026 Industry news CP Group Acquires Recycleye CP Group Acquires Recycleye, Expanding the Industry’s Most Advanced AI Sorting Portfolio for High‑Performance, High‑Profit MRF Operations San Diego, CA and London, UK – CP Group (CPG), a leading designer, manufacturer, and integrator of advanced material recovery facilities (MRFs) and automated sorting technologies, today announced the acquisition of a majority stake in Recycleye. This strategi… Recycleye news · 14 Apr 2026 Industry news CP Group Acquires Recycleye CP Group has acquired Recycleye to expand its AI-powered sorting capabilities. The integration of Recycleye’s computer vision technology will strengthen CP Group’s portfolio of solutions, accelerate innovation and provide material recovery facilities (MRFs) with advanced tools to improve their performance.... Recycleye news · 14 Apr 2026 Industry news Forterro Announces New Managing Director for Orderwise Forterro has appointed Chris Fisher as Managing Director for its Orderwise business. Fisher will focus on driving customer satisfaction, technology unification and growth in the mid-market warehouse and logistics sector. Fisher brings decades of experience in the software industry across different verticals – from fresh produce to building materials – overseeing the evolution of ERPs in mid-mar… MEM Magazine (Manufacturing & Engineering) · 14 Apr 2026 Industry news How is your Manufacturing Process Adapting to a Sustainable Future? ALUMINIUM 2026 will deliver immense value to the engineering and manufacturing sectors. From 6-8 October 2026 in Düsseldorf, we invite you to explore the technologies that are driving the next industrial transformation. The upcoming event introduces major additions tailored for industry professionals: Follow @ALUMINIUM – World Trade Fair and learn more about the event here: https://www.aluminiu… MEM Magazine (Manufacturing & Engineering) · 14 Apr 2026 Industry news Insights into Scottish Government’s new Circular Economy Strategy In March the Scottish Government published its final Circular Economy Strategy for Scotland. Circular Communities Scotland published an initial response which welcomed the strategy and the fact that some areas had been strengthened following the consultation process, but highlighted parts which continue to lack detail and ambition. We are now pleased to share an explainer with more information … Circular Communities Scotland · 14 Apr 2026 Industry news Be the least intelligent person in the room – Varun Bhanot, CEO, MAGIC AI Varun Bhanot, co-founder and CEO of Magic AI discusses the journey of growing one of the UK’s most successful AI firms, how the AI-enabled mirror his company devised is disrupting the fitness industry, what he learned from the 149 rejections he got when pitching the business and why his team consists are what he calls […] UKTN (UK Tech News) · 14 Apr 2026 Industry news Teledyne to Deliver Advanced Detectors for the Lazuli Space Observatory Teledyne Space Imaging, part of Teledyne Technologies Incorporated (NYSE:TDY), has been awarded a contract by Schmidt Sciences to deliver advanced near-infrared (NIR) H4RG-10 flight focal plane arrays (FPAs) and custom electronics for integration into the Integral Field Spectrograph on the groundbreaking Lazuli Space Observatory. Part of the Eric and Wendy Schmidt Observatory System, Lazuli aim… MEM Magazine (Manufacturing & Engineering) · 14 Apr 2026 Industry news Recycleye acquired by US recycling equipment firm San Diego-based CP Group has acquired a majority stake in AI company Recycleye, who are headquartered in London. The deal builds on an existing partnership between the two companies, which began in 2023 through CP Group’s optical sorting division, MSS. Since then, MSS and Recycleye have jointly delivered more than 23 live installations across the … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 14 Apr 2026 Industry news Textile innovation award winners announced Techtextil and Texprocess awards showcase how materials science, chemistry and recycling are enhancing textile sustainability FRANKFURT – A new PFAS […] Ecotextile News · 14 Apr 2026 Industry news Linx to unveil new ink jet printer range at Interpack Linx Printing Technologies will unveil a new continuous ink jet (CIJ) printer range at Interpack in Düsseldorf, Germany. Packaging News (UK) · 14 Apr 2026 Industry news Active travel champions honoured at National STARS Summit 2026 The country’s leading organisations for walking, wheeling, cycling and public transport have been recognised at the Modeshift National STARS Summit, held on 18th March at the Royal Society in London. The annual event brought together industry leaders, policymakers and campaigners to share innovative solutions for increasing sustainable travel. Seven winners were announced across categories incl… Air Quality News · 14 Apr 2026 Industry news RECOUP announces a solutions‑driven event for the plastics industry On 1 October 2026, plastic recycling charity RECOUP will hold The RECOUP Plastics Assembly in Peterborough. “Created to accelerate practical progress, this one day event is designed for professionals who want to drive real change, connect with peers, and gain fresh insight into the solutions shaping tomorrow’s circular plastics system,” say the organisers, who summarise […] Envirotec Magazine · 14 Apr 2026 Industry news British Aerosol Manufacturers’ Associations releases 2025 figures The British Aerosol Manufacturers’ Associations (BAMA) UK aerosol filling figures for 2025 show overall stability in the sector despite a dip of 2% from 2024. Packaging News (UK) · 14 Apr 2026 Industry news Russian attacks raise nuclear risks from Chornobyl plant, Greenpeace report warns Ahead of the 40th anniversary of the Chornobyl nuclear disaster, a new report commissioned by Greenpeace provides a detailed assessment of the extensive damage caused by a Russian drone attack on the site last year. The report warns that the drone attack is likely to have shortened the 100-year lifespan of the protective structure around the damaged nuclear reactor, […] Greenpeace UK · 14 Apr 2026 Industry news Valpak launches global EPR platform Valpak by Reconomy has launched its Global Data Insights platform. Packaging News (UK) · 14 Apr 2026 Industry news Ralio raises £1.8m for its agentic business payments platform Ralio, the payments platform purpose-built for AI agents, has secured a £1.8m pre-seed funding round. The oversubscribed round was led by Sure Valley Ventures (SVV) with participation from venture funds Seed X, Love Ventures, Plug and Play, rule30, Adeline Arts and Science, Endurance Ventures, Campus Fund, fintech investor Alan Morgan and continuous investment from Antler. […] UKTN (UK Tech News) · 14 Apr 2026 Industry news TREASoURcE assesses second-life potential for EV batteries as BESS TREASoURcE, an EU-funded research initiative, has examined whether end-of-life electric vehicle (EV) batteries can be repurposed for stationary energy storage, highlighting both the technical feasibility and the remaining barriers to large-scale deployment.According to the TREASoURcE project, by the end of 2025 there were nearly 8.5 million battery electric vehicles across Europe, spanning pass… BEST Magazine (Batteries & Energy Storage Technology) · 14 Apr 2026 Industry news Space-Comm Expo Confirmed as Europe’s Biggest Event Space-Comm Expo Europe 2026 has confirmed record numbers, with over 6,000 delegates, 250 exhibitors, 290 speakers and 50 participating countries, reinforcing its position as Europe’s most influential and biggest event for the commercial space sector. The two day event at ExCeL London, 4-5 March, featured the greatest ever gathering of global leaders and influencers from government, defence, spa… MEM Magazine (Manufacturing & Engineering) · 14 Apr 2026 Industry news Veolia awarded two-year recycling and waste contract on the Isle of Wight Veolia to provide household collection services to over 73,000 residential properties on the Isle of Wight after being awarded a two-year contract by the local council. Circular Online (CIWM) · 14 Apr 2026 Industry news New method improves microfibre detection – study Scientists develop a new way of detecting microfibre pollution from textiles which suggests the problem is worse than previously feared […] Ecotextile News · 14 Apr 2026 Industry news Yoshizuka returns with Japan market insights Koichi Yoshizuka returns to Europe to share insights on Japan’s imaging aftermarket. The Recycler (imaging consumables recycling) · 14 Apr 2026 Industry news Australian printer demand jumps sharply Australian office supply retailers, including CartridgesDirect are reporting a surge in printer sales as businesses brace for renewed economic uncertainty, echoing pandemic-era buying patterns. The Recycler (imaging consumables recycling) · 14 Apr 2026 Industry news Microsoft to retire Outlook Lite app Users urged to switch as service ends, impacting access on low-end devices. The Recycler (imaging consumables recycling) · 14 Apr 2026 Industry news Public consultation begins for East Riding of Yorkshire solar scheme Sessions begin this month to ascertain levels of support and concerns surrounding the vast new renewable energy farm. If current proposals are realised, Mylen Leah will be capable of producing 500MW of clean electricity once online. This is enough to power 180,000 homes based on estimates in the planning documents. Located between the East Riding […] Environment Journal · 14 Apr 2026 Industry news Complying with smart energy data governance Smart data from the energy sector is essential for the UK energy market to reduce costs for households and businesses, support personalised digital services and drive the country’s net zero journey. Quoting annual energy bills, optimising EV charging and co-ordinating renewables for grid flexibility all become more precise with smart energy data. This data is […] UKTN (UK Tech News) · 14 Apr 2026 Industry news EV charge point rollout: what councils and partners need to do Consumer confidence is key to winning over support for the next phase of electrifying Britain’s automotive infrastructure. According to a new report by JBP Associates, Accelerating the UK Electric Vehicle Market Through Effective Communications and Engagement, Britons are more likely to form their opinion on electric vehicle charge point investment based on clear messaging, not […] Environment Journal · 14 Apr 2026 Industry news CRJ Services invests in solar energy CRJ Services has taken a significant step in its sustainability journey with the installation of a 105kWp solar energy system at its headquarters. Wood Recyclers Association · 14 Apr 2026 Industry news Veolia secures Isle of Wight waste contract following early exit Veolia has been appointed as the waste and recycling management service for the Isle of Wight. The agreement follows the early exit of the island’s former contractor, Thalia Waste Management. The £225 million contract was due to last for 25 year and was started in 2015. Prior to this, Biffa had run the services for … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 14 Apr 2026 Industry news Next Generation Touchscreen Boosts Food & Safety Clear, concise and extremely easy to navigate, Fortress Technology showcases its next generation food metal detector interface at Interpack 2026. In Hall 11, Stand E30, see how it efficiently supports food manufacturers to manage food safety risks. Presented on a Stealth metal detector, visitors to Interpack 2026 can experience how Fortress Technology’s latest touchscreen innovation is setting … MEM Magazine (Manufacturing & Engineering) · 14 Apr 2026 Industry news POA acquires MKCNext to expand wide-format expertise Pacific Office Automation (POA) announced the acquisition of MKCNext, a Southern California-based leader in high-end wide-format printing equipment, service, and consumables. The transaction closed on 1 April 2026. The Recycler (imaging consumables recycling) · 14 Apr 2026 Industry news Devonshire recycling centres to accept used coffee pods Devonshire recycling centres now accept used coffee pods for anaerobic digestion and recycling as part of a partnership with Podback. The move comes after waste management company SUEZ Recycling and Recovery UK, which operates Devon County Council’s Household Waste Recycling centres, partnered with coffee pod recycling service Podback. Residents in Devonshire can now take […] Circular Online (CIWM) · 14 Apr 2026 Industry news UK businesses brace for impact as US begins Iranian port blockade MRW UK businesses brace for impact as US begins Iranian port blockade Continued military action coincides with recent calls from plastics sector for more support, amid concerns about impact of further escalation on vital supplies of fuel and raw materials UK businesses brace for impact as US begins Iranian port blockade Neil Merrett MRW (Materials Recycling World) · 14 Apr 2026 Industry news Fuel price volatility pushes 70% of petrol drivers toward EVs Rising costs at the pump are driving a major shift in driver attitudes, with new research revealing that over 70% of non-EV owners are now more open to going electric. A survey conducted by Electrifying.com of 1,000 in-market car buyers found that 73% of respondents without an electric vehicle say recent petrol price spikes have […] Air Quality News · 14 Apr 2026 Industry news PA Consulting, PulPac, and Diageo work towards fibre bottle At the London Packaging Week Innovation Awards, PA Consulting, PulPac, and Diageo were recognised in the Sustainable Packaging Innovation category for their ongoing work to develop a lower-carbon, fully recyclable paper packaging for drinks. Packaging News (UK) · 14 Apr 2026 Industry news AI court transcripts could boost justice for victims New research led by HM Courts & Tribunals Service (HMCTS) will take a deep dive into how AI can be used to transcribe court hearings and lead to faster and cheaper access to court records for victims and others who need them. Costly court transcript fees mean that victims often have to pay up to […] UKTN (UK Tech News) · 14 Apr 2026 Industry news GFL to acquire Secure Waste Infrastructure in £3.4bn deal GFL Environmental has announced it will acquire Secure Waste Infrastructure in a transaction valued at approximately C$6.4billion (£3.4 billion). The companies confirmed they have entered into a definitive agreement under which the American-Canadian waste management company will purchase all issued and outstanding common shares of Secure. The consideration will be made up of approximately 80% …… letsrecycle.com News · 14 Apr 2026 Industry news RECOUP Announces The RECOUP Plastics Assembly – A Solutions‑Driven Event for the Plastics Industry The post RECOUP Announces The RECOUP Plastics Assembly – A Solutions‑Driven Event for the Plastics Industry appeared first on RECOUP . RECOUP · 14 Apr 2026 Industry news A NATION OF PLANT KILLERS! ONE IN FIVE NEW PLANTS DIE WITHIN A WEEK, NEW RESEARCH* REVEALS – ALDI PAIRS WITH TIKTOK GARDENING GURU TO HELP New research from Aldi has revealed that a wave of horticultural horrors is plaguing the nation, as over a fifth of Brits (22%) admit their plants have died within a week of planting. The issue […] Aldi UK Press Centre · 14 Apr 2026 Industry news Welsh Gov reject Exchange for Change as DRS administrator The Welsh Government have rejected Exchange for Change’s application to become its deposit return scheme administrator. Circular Online (CIWM) · 14 Apr 2026