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Industry news Very Lazy rolls out Chopped Onion ‘shortcut’ in a jar The jar offers a ‘shortcut for home cooks to save time without compromising on flavour, aroma or texture’ The Grocer — sustainability · 15 Jul 2026 Industry news Leyland Packaging makes key appointment as it eyes next phase of growth Leyland Packaging, the independent, family-run packaging supplier based in Northampton, has strengthened its commercial team with the appointment of Rebecca Dolan as business development manager. Packaging News · 15 Jul 2026 Industry news Three Jacobs & Thompson companies join Zotefoams’ approved partner network These additions will increase distribution speed and fabrication depth. Interplas Insights (British Plastics & Rubber) · 15 Jul 2026 Industry news Tech breakthrough gives 40,000 blind and low vision children access to coding Over 40,000 blind and visually impaired children in the UK could benefit from a tech breakthrough that will make block coding accessible for them. A new screen reader compatibility has launched in Microsoft MakeCode, removing barriers that have long prevented many blind and low vision pupils from taking part in block-based coding alongside their classmates. […] UKTN (UK Tech News) · 15 Jul 2026 Industry news Royal A-ware takes stake in cheese producer Amalthea - Global Food Industry News Just Food — sustainability · 15 Jul 2026 Industry news i2r launches innovative aluminium tray that eliminates absorbent pads Aluminium tray producer, i2r Packaging Solutions, has introduced an innovative aluminium tray designed to eliminate the need for absorbent soakaway pads in fresh meat and seafood packaging. Packaging News · 15 Jul 2026 Industry news Sazerac picks Osborne for Spain distribution - Just Drinks Just Drinks — sustainability · 15 Jul 2026 Industry news Fully Automated Filling Technology Increases Efficiency at Symrise Symrise AG has fundamentally modernized the filling of cosmetic ingredients at its production site in Goose Creek, South Carolina. The aim was to automate physically demanding processes, increase plant performance, and ensure a high degree of flexibility when handling different viscosities and container types. In collaboration with packaging machinery manufacturer Greif-Velox from Germany, a cu… Sustainable Packaging News · 15 Jul 2026 Industry news Roadside and site checks uncover waste carrier breaches in Cumbria The Environment Agency has carried out a multi-agency operation targeting suspected waste crime across Cumbria, inspecting three permitted waste sites. The two-day operation, which took place on 6 and 7 July 2026, combined roadside enforcement activity with compliance inspections at waste management facilities as part of a coordinated effort to tackle illegal waste activity across … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 15 Jul 2026 Industry news Kallik warns regulated industries of 'compliance timebomb' Kallik , the global leader in enterprise labelling and artwork management software, has issued a stark warning to regulated industries rushing to adopt the next generation of AI. 
 
 Sustainable Packaging News · 15 Jul 2026 Industry news Co-op’s marketing director on “life moments” that inspired latest campaign The new ‘Pop to Co-op’ campaign reframes everyday shopping missions as small but meaningful life moments, according to Samuel Walker, marketing director of the convenience retailer. He explains how Co-op is using customer insight to connect brand-building with short-term commercial impact. From driving frequency and footfall, to creating longer-term value for its member-owned business. This... Retail Gazette · 15 Jul 2026 Industry news Augean Reflects on Community Sponsorship Achievements in 2025 Last year, Augean reaffirmed its commitment to making a positive difference beyond its core business operations by actively supporting local communities through various sponsorship initiatives. Throughout the year, the Group invested a total of £55,552 in direct community sponsorship, providing vital funding to grassroots projects, local organisations, and community causes across the regions wh… Augean · 15 Jul 2026 Industry news Oferta de empleo para el puesto de Territory Sales Officer en Unilever - Unilever Global Unilever news · 15 Jul 2026 Industry news The Break Fast Show #1170 - Demolition News Demolition News · 15 Jul 2026 Industry news Apprenticeships investment continues at MM Packaging MM Packaging Deeside is on the lookout for fresh talent with apprenticeship opportunities open across the firm including engineering, finance, operations and estimating. Packaging News · 15 Jul 2026 Industry news ICO Strategy Consultation - Help shape BRC response - British Retail Consortium British Retail Consortium news · 15 Jul 2026 Industry news Orkney Crab becomes first fishery to achieve Community Catch certification Orkney Crab has become the first fishery globally to achieve certification under the Community Catch standard for small-scale fisheries. FoodBev Media · 15 Jul 2026 Industry news Oterra adds to natural colours portfolio with new liquid versions of blue shades Oterra has launched two naturally-sourced liquid versions of its Jungle Blue and Arctic Blue natural colours, previously available in powder format only. FoodBev Media · 15 Jul 2026 Industry news Conagra books FY losses on hefty impairment - Global Food Industry News Just Food — sustainability · 15 Jul 2026 Industry news Sustainability & Impact Summit and Awards | Winners announced Packaging News’ Sustainability & Impact 2026 Summit and Awards took place at London’s Kia Oval on Tuesday 14 July. Packaging News · 15 Jul 2026 Industry news Rio Tinto in aluminium production boost - Aluminium International Today Aluminium International Today · 15 Jul 2026 Industry news For a life on the move - IKEA IKEA UK newsroom · 15 Jul 2026 Industry news Bacon takes the crown in McGhee’s morning roll showdown More than a third of Scots choose bacon for their breakfast roll, as McGhee’s Family Bakers backs a campaign seeking recognition for the tradition as living heritage. Bacon has been… Grocery Gazette · 15 Jul 2026 Industry news Lawyer, Finance (Regional) - ClientEarth Careers ClientEarth · 15 Jul 2026 Industry news Landmark shark conservation drive receives almost £1 million A major new conservation project that will help to improve understanding and protection of some of England’s most iconic shark species has been awarded funding of almost £1 million by Natural England. Led by the University of Exeter in partnership with the Marine Biological Association and supported through Natural England’s Species Recovery Programme (SRP), the […] Envirotec Magazine · 15 Jul 2026 Industry news Hopkind enters functional beverage market with non-alcoholic beer range US start-up Hopkind has launched a new range of premium functional non-alcoholic beers, combining traditional brewing with performance-focused ingredients to target the growing wellness and alcohol-free beverage markets. The company, which officially launched this week ahead of its first product release on 2 August, has developed two debut products – an IPA and a lager – formulated to support m… FoodBev Media · 15 Jul 2026 Industry news Report: Global mobile networks cut CO2 but face steep path to 2030 climate goal Operational emissions from mobile phone networks are falling, but major challenges remain to secure access to sufficient renewables capacity worldwide, industry body GSMA warns BusinessGreen · 15 Jul 2026 Industry news MPs call for “bold” action on obesity in England - Global Food Industry News Just Food — sustainability · 15 Jul 2026 Industry news Land O’Lakes invests in dairy-ingredients production - Global Food Industry News Just Food — sustainability · 15 Jul 2026 Industry news Business leaders urge policymakers to restore consensus on climate action Corporate Leaders Group UK and Aldersgate Group back statement urging leaders from across the political spectrum to accelerate investment in a 'resilient, low carbon, nature-positive economic future' BusinessGreen · 15 Jul 2026 Industry news Business leaders urge policymakers to restore consensus on climate action - BusinessGreen BusinessGreen — waste topic · 15 Jul 2026 Industry news UK-Switzerland trade deal welcomed by British farmers The new trade deal was welcomed by the NFU, which called it ‘a great example of a balanced deal’ The Grocer — sustainability · 15 Jul 2026 Industry news Push for reduced speed limits in rural areas - localgov.co.uk LocalGov · 15 Jul 2026 Industry news Reed acknowledges fair funding 'dramatic shifts' in councils' finances - localgov.co.uk LocalGov · 15 Jul 2026 Industry news Calling All Young Robotics Entusiasts NMITE’S ROBOACADEMY FOR 14 – 18 YEAR OLDS Free day course introducing the fundamentals of robotics and programming to beginners – no experience necessary, only curiousity required The New Model Institute for Technology and Engineering (NMITE), which in September will welcome the first students on to its new Autonomous Robotics degree will be hosting its RoboAcademy, a one-day, hands-on robotics… MEM Magazine (Manufacturing & Engineering) · 15 Jul 2026 Industry news UK Government tightens social media safeguards for older teenagers - Public Sector Executive Public Sector Executive · 15 Jul 2026 Industry news CASE STUDY: ‘Strategic commercial appointment accelerates growth in recycling division’ John Tilbrook, Managing Director at Newman Stewart, reflects on a recent strategic commercial appointment led by his executive search team. The Company The client was a UK-based recycling and resource recovery business, operating as part of a larger national group. It specialised in the recovery of complex waste streams for reuse in manufacturing and energy … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 15 Jul 2026 Industry news Grundon shortlisted for Private Business Awards 2026 Grundon Waste Management · 15 Jul 2026 Industry news JCB update LiveLink platform - Agg-Net Agg-Net · 15 Jul 2026 Industry news Retailer unveils new packaging to help inspire creative play for children RETAILER The Works has unveiled its redesigned and more sustainable packaging for its Make & Create for Kids range across its stores. The launch has been described as marking a milestone for the firm’s refreshed approach to creative play. The new packaging contains 93% less plastic than before – a move tipped to help save […] Packaging Scotland · 15 Jul 2026