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Industry news How to take part in Packaging Europe’s Readers’ Award 2026 For another year, Packaging Europe is giving you the chance to decide who wins the 2026 Readers’ Award! Packaging Europe · 13 Jul 2026 Industry news Major Asda Rewards change as shoppers can unlock 5p per litre fuel saving for the first time - Asda Asda corporate newsroom · 13 Jul 2026 Industry news Will John Lewis’ forex and gift wrapping removal impact its customer service? John Lewis recently put 200 jobs at risk as it proposed shutting its in-store foreign exchange bureaux and dedicated gift-wrapping desks across dozens of sites. Retail Gazette · 13 Jul 2026 Industry news Why retail parks have become hot property for UK retailers Last week, it was reported that retailers were facing a growing shortage of retail park space, with discounters, fashion chains, gyms and convenience-led operators all competing for out-of-town sites. Vacancy rates across the industry have dropped close to record lows, as landlords caution there is limited space left, particularly for bigger stores. While retail parks... Retail Gazette · 13 Jul 2026 Industry news 5 retailers that transformed their in-store experiences for the World Cup Despite being a sporting event, the Fifa World Cup has an undeniable impact on UK retail. Earlier this month, Debenhams Group reported that the event had driven a surge in its fashion football sales, while Co-op returned to market share growth for the first time in a year, as warmer weather and the start of... Retail Gazette · 13 Jul 2026 Industry news Bühler develops new cocoa roaster with reduced energy use and higher throughput Bühler has developed Lucent, a new cocoa nib roaster designed to use at least 20% less energy per tonne of cocoa than its predecessor, with up to 20% higher throughput in the same footprint. The machine combines heat recovery, predictive roasting controls and a fully sealed product chamber. Developed by Bühler's engineers and manufactured in Appenzell, Switzerland, Lucent aims to improve produc… FoodBev Media · 13 Jul 2026 Industry news FSA publishes new guidance for cell-cultivated food businesses The Food Standards Agency (FSA) and Food Standards Scotland (FSS) have published four new guidance documents to help companies developing cell-cultivated products and other novel foods navigate Great Britain’s regulatory approval process. FoodBev Media · 13 Jul 2026 Industry news Why Special Metals are Critical to Next-Generation Aerospace As aerospace programmes evolve toward lighter structures, higher operating temperatures and increasingly demanding performance expectations, the role of special metals has become more critical than ever. Across both commercial aerospace and defence sectors, manufacturers are balancing multiple pressures simultaneously: weight reduction, thermal performance, corrosion resistance, mechanical cons… MEM Magazine (Manufacturing & Engineering) · 13 Jul 2026 Industry news Ofsted praises Logistics UK apprenticeships for industry expertise - Materials Handling World MHW Magazine (Materials Handling World) · 13 Jul 2026 Industry news McDonald’s value meals & bundles - McDonald's McDonald's UK newsroom · 13 Jul 2026 Industry news Amberley Labels relishes limited-edition charity bottle challenge AMBERLEY Labels has teamed up with Henderson’s Relish to produce a limited-edition run of bottles supporting the Pride of Yorkshire fundraising campaign. The bottles will be sold via the Henderson’s website, with all profits donated to Sheffield Children’s Hospital Charity as part of its 150th anniversary appeal. The Pride of Yorkshire campaign will see 150 life-sized […] Packaging Scotland · 13 Jul 2026 Industry news Revealed: How Trump’s views have forced UN agencies to change how they address the climate crisis UN agencies are softening language on climate change, irrespective of soaring climate impacts the world over, Nick Ferris reports The Independent — Climate · 13 Jul 2026 Industry news Safety crackdown shuts Bangladesh apparel units Structural safety red flags force three closures in Bangladesh apparel hub following damning RMG Sustainability Council assessment DHAKA – The […] Ecotextile News · 13 Jul 2026 Industry news EA’s latest priority list shows 2.11m tonnes of potentially ‘rogue’ waste The Environment Agency has released its latest list of “high priority” waste sites, which total 2,112,406 tonnes of potentially rogue waste. Assuming that all of this is actually rogue tonnage, it could equal between £260 million and £276 million in lost landfill tax if all waste was charged at the upper rate of £130.75. Waste … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 13 Jul 2026 Industry news Ishida weighers help improve accuracy and reduce giveaway of crackers TWO Ishida multihead weighers are said to be proving their worth at Mondelēz International’s Capriata d’Orba plant in Italy. Mondelēz Italia Biscuits Production S.p.A. operates one of the firm’s most important European facilities for snack production. Iconic brands such as Ritz and Cipster are manufactured here for a range of international markets. The Ritz brand accounts […] Packaging Scotland · 13 Jul 2026 Industry news Shaping a Smarter, More Sustainable Future for Glass Manufacturing - Glass International Glass International · 13 Jul 2026 Industry news Delaware refinery's fenceline monitoring rollout tests forced transparency - Envirotech Online Envirotech Online · 13 Jul 2026 Industry news Chinova Bioworks simplifies natural food preservation Chinova Bioworks’ Chiber Mushroom Extract is designed to help manufacturers support microbial stability in categories such as non-alcoholic beer, ready-to-drink cocktails, sauces, dips and chilled products. FoodBev Media · 13 Jul 2026 Industry news SFC Capital receives £10m boost from the British Business Bank SFC Capital has received a further £10m from the British Business Bank under the Regional Angels Programme, extending the Bank’s total commitment to £35m. The Regional Angels Programme is designed to reduce regional imbalances in access to early-stage equity finance. Following previous commitments of £25m across three tranches, this fourth tranche of funding reflects the […] UKTN (UK Tech News) · 13 Jul 2026 Industry news Locals face one of the highest garden waste charges in North West UK press (GDELT archive) · 13 Jul 2026 Industry news NatPower Marine Acquires Aqua superPower Network NatPower Marine, part of NatPower Group, has signed an agreement to acquire the Aqua superPower international charging network from ATV Power. Aqua superPower operates Europe’s largest electric‑boat charging network, with more than 80 ports and marinas across Europe and North America, including locations such as the French and Italian Rivieras, Venice, Trieste, Genoa, Lake Maggiore,… BEST Magazine (Batteries & Energy Storage Technology) · 13 Jul 2026 Industry news Topshop searches for latest campaign star Topshop is looking for an “undiscovered talent with authentic style and standout presence” to front their latest denim campaign, with applications open until 21 July. The fashion retailer has teamed up with Premier Model Management to launch the nationwide search. The winner will appear in the official Topshop denim campaign alongside a leading British model.... Retail Gazette · 13 Jul 2026 Industry news Waste & recycling company fined £36,000 for ‘repeated’ site failures A North Wales waste and recycling company has been fined £36,000 for repeatedly failing to provide appropriate welfare facilities and asbestos awareness training for employees. Circular Online (CIWM) · 13 Jul 2026 Industry news How Vaseline turned verified hacks into new products and partnerships - Unilever Global Unilever news · 13 Jul 2026 Industry news Aster launches new toner cartridge range New cartridges support recently introduced LaserJet Pro devices across Americas and EMEA. The Recycler (imaging consumables recycling) · 13 Jul 2026 Industry news Long-term field trial demonstrates reliable water monitoring in challenging environments - Envirotech Online Envirotech Online · 13 Jul 2026 Industry news EU rules may trigger mass destruction of products EU EmpCo rules and Germany’s new anti‑greenwashing law risk turning unsold stock into waste, forcing fashion and textile brands to […] Ecotextile News · 13 Jul 2026 Industry news Suzhou Goldengreen opens new headquarters New office supports team expansion, operational efficiency and future technology development plans. The Recycler (imaging consumables recycling) · 13 Jul 2026 Industry news Zeon battery binder patent partly 'revoked', reports Arlanxeo - European Rubber Journal European Rubber Journal · 13 Jul 2026 Industry news Freudenberg acquires subsea equipment supplier Balmoral Comtec - European Rubber Journal European Rubber Journal · 13 Jul 2026 Industry news Egypt signs $300 million tire steel project with China's Zenith Group - European Rubber Journal European Rubber Journal · 13 Jul 2026 Industry news HP and Digital Revolution’s appeals rejected in cartridge packaging dispute The Dutch Supreme Court has rejected a cassation appeal in a dispute with Digital Revolution and several 123inkt-related businesses over the sale of ink cartridges without their original outer packaging. The Recycler (imaging consumables recycling) · 13 Jul 2026 Industry news Geometallurgy 2026 - IOM3 Materials World (IOM3) · 13 Jul 2026 Industry news Loffler expands through Fisher’s acquisition Deal extends privately owned technology group across ten US states without overlap. The Recycler (imaging consumables recycling) · 13 Jul 2026 Industry news DEX Imaging acquires New England dealer Acquisition of NECS gives DEX Imaging a strategic platform for Northeast expansion. The Recycler (imaging consumables recycling) · 13 Jul 2026 Industry news Regulation is making smart packaging unavoidable - Packaging Gateway Packaging Gateway (GlobalData) · 13 Jul 2026 Industry news What’s happening in the world of policy: June 2026 - Beyondly Beyondly (formerly Comply Direct) · 13 Jul 2026 Industry news McDonald’s Australia New McCafe Beverages Allergen - Ingredients - Nutrition Information - McDonald's McDonald's UK newsroom · 13 Jul 2026 Industry news Notpla - Notpla Notpla news · 13 Jul 2026 Industry news How Temu is strengthening marketplace accountability in Europe - Just Style Just Style · 13 Jul 2026