Recycling news: 2026

Industry news UK tech funding roundup: This week’s deals from MillTech to Fieldwork Robotics This week’s UK tech funding deals include risk management platform MillTech, agricultural technology group Fieldwork Robotics and more. UKTN tracked £52.8m worth of UK tech investment this week (6 April to 10 April), a 63% week-on-week decrease across three funding rounds. Here’s your weekly roundup of UK tech startup funding deals. MillTech – £44.8m Sector: […] UKTN (UK Tech News) · 10 Apr 2026 Industry news Stratasys Expands Offering with PolyJet J850 Core Stratasys unveiled a slate of new application-driven software capabilities, materials, and platform enhancements designed to empower manufacturers to push additive manufacturing from concept to production faster than ever. Stratasys will enable organizations to move the production of more parts and tools from traditional methods into additive workflows, by streamlining design, improving reliabi… MEM Magazine (Manufacturing & Engineering) · 10 Apr 2026 Industry news Dirty Business stars launch petition calling for national referendum on water ownership Ash Smith and Professor Peter Hammond of Windrush Against Sewage Pollution — portrayed by David Thewlis and Jason Watkins in Channel 4’s Dirty Business — have launched a formal government petition calling for a referendum on returning the water industry to public ownership. The move follows the broadcast of the factual drama, which highlighted regulatory […] Envirotec Magazine · 10 Apr 2026 Industry news OPINION: ‘The skills everyone wants in 2026 and what that means for your hiring strategy’ John Tilbrook, Managing Director at Newman Stewart, argues that organisations must rethink how they define, assess and support leadership roles if they want appointments that deliver lasting value. OPINION: How confident are you that your next senior hire will still be delivering value 12 months from now? Across the waste and recycling industry, leadership expectations … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 10 Apr 2026 Industry news Route 101 founder: Trust is everything Russell Attwood is the founder and chief executive officer of Route 101, a customer engagement platform that recently signed a major £200m+ deal with the Department of Work and Pensions. In this week’s Founder in Five Q&A, Attwood discusses why trust is fundamental success whether it is in customers, staff, the business or yourself, why team […] UKTN (UK Tech News) · 10 Apr 2026 Industry news Key challenges addressed at BCMPA conference COLLABORATION and innovation in challenging market conditions were listed among the key outputs from this year’s BCMPA conference, held recently at the Oxford Belfry. Delegates from the contract manufacturing, packing, fulfilment and logistics industry heard from a range of speakers addressing the economic outlook, technology, packaging legislative reforms, and employee engagement. Highlights i… Packaging Scotland · 10 Apr 2026 Industry news ‘Larger, tougher’ food-to-go packaging solution unveiled Klöckner Pentaplast (kp) has announced the launch of the kp Infinity HP3, the ‘largest and most rigid’ addition to its award-winning Hotpacs range. Said to be developed in response to customer demand, the HP3 is purpose-built for portions of food-to-go that have traditionally stretched existing formats to their limits. Foodservice operators serving loaded fish and […] Packaging Scotland · 10 Apr 2026 Industry news SMEs ‘willing but unsupported’ on net zero, London programme finds Sustainability and decarbonisation are slipping down the priority list for UK small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), according to new research and programme findings. SMEs account for 99% of the UK business population,1 meaning any slowdown in their climate action risks undermining the government’s net zero ambitions. Keir Starmer has set the country’s sights on an […] Envirotec Magazine · 10 Apr 2026 Industry news Tenders and contract wins round-up 10 April 2026 MRW Tenders and contract wins round-up 10 April 2026 Latest round-up includes Cardiff University award of maintenance framework agreement for minor works projects Tenders and contract wins round-up 10 April 2026 Joswin Corda MRW (Materials Recycling World) · 10 Apr 2026 Industry news S Jones Conversions Returns to The Fire Safety Event 2026 S Jones Conversions, the specialist container conversion division of S Jones Containers, is set to return to The Fire Safety Event at the NEC Birmingham for three days this April, making its presence felt with a modified 20ft side-opening container as its exhibitor stand. The S Jones Conversions team is returning to the event after exhibiting last year, where it also hosted a thought-provoking … MEM Magazine (Manufacturing & Engineering) · 10 Apr 2026 Industry news Brother launches new colour laser series Brother has unveiled its new colour laser series, a robust and environmentally conscious successor to the previous colour laser series, specifically tailored to the changing demands of small and medium-sized businesses. The Recycler (imaging consumables recycling) · 10 Apr 2026 Industry news Investors demand freight and logistics sector action on air pollution A coalition of 31 global investors, investment consultants, and pension funds, representing more than $1.8 trillion in assets under management, has issued a public statement demanding that freight and logistics companies take urgent action to address air pollution. The group warns that the sector’s limited progress to date is translating into escalating material health and […] Air Quality News · 10 Apr 2026 Industry news Recycleye launches next generation of its AI sorting technology Recycleye has unveiled the next generation of its AI-powered optical sorting technology, with the launch of QuantiSort 2.0. The system is designed to enhance material recognition, ejection precision and data-driven operations across modern waste streams. The London-based technology company said the new system builds on seven years of operational learning, following the deployment of 23 … Read M… letsrecycle.com News · 10 Apr 2026 Industry news BCMPA Conference highlights economic and legislative landscape This year’s BCMPA Conference featured topics centred around collaboration and innovation in challenging market conditions were among the key outputs. Packaging News (UK) · 10 Apr 2026 Industry news Firms partner on floating data centre concept using repurposed vessels Japanese industrial and technology conglomerates have signed an agreement to explore the development and commercialisation of floating data centres, positioned as a way to address rising global demand for digital infrastructure while reducing land use and environmental impact. Mitsui OSK Lines (MOL), Hitachi, and Hitachi Systems, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to jointly […] Envirotec Magazine · 10 Apr 2026 Industry news Air pollution from data centres poses growing public health threat A new study has raised concerns over the growing air quality impacts of data centres, warning that on-site fossil fuel power generation could carry significant public health costs. Analysis by EmPower Analytics Group and the Piedmont Environmental Council estimates that emissions from a single data centre in Northern Virginia could result in between £42m–£79m in annual […] Air Quality News · 10 Apr 2026 Industry news Frugalpac launches high-speed paper bottle machine British sustainable packaging company Frugalpac has unveiled a new machine that increases the production of its paper Frugal Bottles. Packaging News (UK) · 10 Apr 2026 Industry news Tech executives to be criminally liable for non-compliance with Ofcom Tech executives could be held personally criminally liable for failing to comply with new rules requiring the rapid takedown of non-consensual intimate images. As part of the upcoming Crime and Policing Bill, digital platforms will be legally required to remove non-consensually posted intimate images within 48 hours of a request from the victim. The rule, […] UKTN (UK Tech News) · 10 Apr 2026 Industry news Fashion brands’ sustainability reports ‘lack balance’ New study says sustainability reports of apparel companies emphasise environmental progress over supply chain working conditions OTTAWA – Major apparel […] Ecotextile News · 10 Apr 2026 Industry news Last call for nominations: Don’t miss your chance to shape The Recycler Awards 2026 With just days remaining, the window to nominate for The Recycler Awards 2026 is closing fast. The Recycler (imaging consumables recycling) · 10 Apr 2026 Industry news UK Manufacturing Shifts from Volume to Value For decades, UK manufacturing has been framed around a simple equation: volume versus cost. But in today’s industrial landscape—shaped by persistent cost inflation, geopolitical uncertainty and accelerating technological change—that model is rapidly becoming obsolete. Competitiveness is no longer determined by scale alone, but by the ability to deliver complex, high-value components with precis… MEM Magazine (Manufacturing & Engineering) · 10 Apr 2026 Industry news Grey wolf AI model improves SOH estimation for bipolar lead-acid batteries A research team at the Indian Institute of Technology (ISM) Dhanbad, led by Sunil K. Pradhan and Basab Chakraborty, has developed a grey wolf optimisation (GWO)-based hybrid regression model that significantly improves state-of-health (SOH) estimation for bipolar lead-acid batteries. Random forest model optimised using a grey wolf algorithm The work, published in Engineering Chemical Engineering,… BEST Magazine (Batteries & Energy Storage Technology) · 10 Apr 2026 Industry news TOP PICKS FROM ALDI’S NEW ROSÉ RANGE – INCLUDING THE VIRAL ROSORANGE AND SAINTE VICTOIRE Whether it’s for sizzling BBQs, picnics in the park, or long-awaited catch ups in the garden, rosé is the undisputed drink of the season, and Aldi’s award-winning range is the go-to for savvy sippers looking to enjoy a taste of summer without the price tag. Aldi’s hero rosés to kick off spring/summer: The returning Jolie […] Aldi UK Press Centre · 10 Apr 2026 Industry news New bid to scale AI-driven cotton programme Agricultural data firm FarmRaise partners with AI-powered crop evolution company Avalo to scale cotton innovation programme RIVERSIDE / DURHAM – […] Ecotextile News · 10 Apr 2026 Industry news GM Technology achieves triple ISO certification Milestone underscores quality, environmental and safety standards amid expansion and operational change. The Recycler (imaging consumables recycling) · 10 Apr 2026 Industry news Flint Group undergoes rebrand Flint Group will rebrand to Flint Group Packaging Solutions. Packaging News (UK) · 10 Apr 2026 Industry news Nexera announces 2026 Service Excellence Trustmark Nexera, powered by BEI Analytics, announced the recipients of the 2026 Service Excellence Trustmark and Technician Service Excellence Awards. The Recycler (imaging consumables recycling) · 10 Apr 2026 Industry news £18.5m government funding secured for EV battery recycling plant Altilium has secured £18.5 million in government funding, which will be used to support the construction of an electric vehicle (EV) battery recycling facility in Plymouth. The funding has been awarded through the UK Government’s DRIVE35 Scale-Up Fund, delivered by the Department for Business and Trade in partnership with the Advanced Propulsion Centre UK and … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 10 Apr 2026 Industry news MM Packaging partners with Farrall’s Group to reduce carbon footprint MM Packaging Deeside has added an electric shunt truck to its operation. The project, in association with Farrall’s Group, is set to cut 15 tonnes per annum of carbon for MM Packaging. Packaging News (UK) · 10 Apr 2026 Industry news Elesa Expands the AE-V0 Range The AE-V0 line has been expanded with new solutions made from UL-94 V0 certified self-extinguishing technopolymer, tested to ensure the highest safety standards for machines and equipment operating in environments where superior flame resistance is required, such as public spaces, complex industrial plants, and highly automated sectors. In contexts where safety is an essential requirement, Eles… MEM Magazine (Manufacturing & Engineering) · 10 Apr 2026 Industry news ALDI LAUNCHES NEW TAPAS RANGE AS BRITS GET READY FOR AL FRESCO DINING With warmer evenings on the horizon, it’s often said that the al fresco season begins when temperatures reach a comfortable 13-16°C1, mild enough for many to enjoy their first outdoor meal of the year. Inspired by Mediterranean dining, Aldi is launching its NEW Kit Out Your Kitchen range, making spring entertaining stylish and affordable. Landing in stores on 12th April, the collection features… Aldi UK Press Centre · 10 Apr 2026 Industry news Fashion Revolution to close UK headquarters World’s largest fashion activism movement confirms it is to close its UK-based headquarters amidst NGO funding crisis LONDON – Fashion […] Ecotextile News · 10 Apr 2026 Industry news Weekly Prices Update for 10 April 2026 MRW Weekly Prices Update for 10 April 2026 MRW’s regular reporting of movements in the markets for secondary materials Weekly Prices Update for 10 April 2026 Joswin Corda MRW (Materials Recycling World) · 10 Apr 2026 Industry news Ricoh to sell Shenzhen unit Ricoh has agreed to sell its Shenzhen-based subsidiary as part of efforts to improve asset efficiency, transferring the business and associated land-use rights to a local investment vehicle. The Recycler (imaging consumables recycling) · 10 Apr 2026 Industry news OpenAI’s Stargate UK put on hold amid cost concerns OpenAI has shelved plans to construct a massive data centre in Britain, called Stargate UK, with energy costs and regulatory issues cited as the reason. The ChatGPT developer has been rolling out its global Stargate project in the past few years, a series of massive data centres in the US, Norway and the UAE that […] UKTN (UK Tech News) · 10 Apr 2026 Industry news The Bywaters Waste Audit: Precision Intelligence for a Circular Economy We've put together this article to break down our waste audits, and what they can do for you and the environment. Bywaters · 10 Apr 2026 Industry news How do we encourage effective circular paint models? Circular paint initiatives – such as Community RePaint – have begun to make a difference in terms of keeping unused paint out of landfill but there is still more to be done to shift the painting and decorating industry from a linear model to one based on circular economy principles. The paint and coatings sector … Continue reading "How do we encourage effective circular paint models?" Resource Futures · 10 Apr 2026 Industry news Can foodservice be the engine of beans’ growth? Just 5% of beans are currently eaten outside of the home. Ambitious plans to double consumption will only be achieved if caterers step up to the plate Footprint Media (foodservice sustainability) · 10 Apr 2026 Industry news Fix it Feb 2026 Report! Our biggest and most impactful Fix it Feb campaign yet is here to explore. The Fix it Feb 2026 Report showcases a month of inspiring activity across Wales – from community repair events and powerful media coverage, to partnerships, pledges and growing public engagement with repair and reuse. This year’s campaign reached millions of ... Repair Cafe Wales · 10 Apr 2026 Industry news ANALYSIS: War in Middle East could be final blow for textiles reuse sector Second-hand textiles merchants have warned that the war in the Middle East may be the final blow for a sector already on its knees. Many UK reuse merchants send their textiles to secondary markets in the Middle East, but demand has plummeted due to the conflict. On Saturday 28 February, the US and Israel launched … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 10 Apr 2026