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Industry news Skip firm fined for exposing workers to toxic fumes - ENDS Waste & Bioenergy ENDS Waste & Bioenergy · 19 Jun 2026 Industry news Pirelli’s major shareholders extend investment vehicles by five years The boards of major Pirelli shareholders, Marco Tronchetti Provera & C. Spa (MTP), Camfin Alternative Assets (CAA), controlled by Camfin S.p.A. (Camfin), Longmarch Holding S.r.l. (Longmarch), controlled by MTP Spa, and Camfin have suggested extending the date from which it will be possible for shareholders to request the dissolution of CAA and Longmarch by 5 years – from 30 June 2035 to 30 June… Tyrepress · 19 Jun 2026 Industry news Campaginers demand EU-wide incinerator bottom ash regulation MRW Campaginers demand EU-wide incinerator bottom ash regulation NGO continues push for strict controls on use of energy-from-waste byproduct in construction industry as EU continues with circular transition aims Campaginers demand EU-wide incinerator bottom ash regulation Daniel Bosley MRW (Materials Recycling World) · 19 Jun 2026 Industry news European Parliament approves vehicle EPR and recycled content rules MRW European Parliament approves vehicle EPR and recycled content rules Approval of plan to implement EU-wide EPR and rethink vehicle design to encourage reuse and repair brings prospect of circular automotive legislation one step closer European Parliament approves vehicle EPR and recycled content rules Neil Merrett MRW (Materials Recycling World) · 19 Jun 2026 Industry news DeBriefed 19 June 2026: Bonn talks end in ‘gridlock’ | Energy’s ‘new era’ | Oceans in climate negotiations Welcome to Carbon Brief’s DeBriefed. An essential guide to the week’s key developments relating to climate... Carbon Brief · 19 Jun 2026 Industry news Bonn climate talks: Key outcomes from the June 2026 UN climate conference Two weeks of tense UN climate talks in Bonn, Germany, have produced few tangible outcomes... Carbon Brief · 19 Jun 2026 Industry news Most portable air conditioners suck – but there’s an easy fix Efficiency ratings on portable air conditioners don’t give consumers the full picture, and one type of aircon unit is so inefficient that it should be banned, says Michael Le Page New Scientist — Environment · 19 Jun 2026 Industry news Read the first edition of Tyres & Accessories online now In addition to the special edition of Tyres & Accessories published this month to mark the 80th anniversary of the magazine, we have made a facsimile of the first edition available to subscribers. The issue offers a fascinating insight into the UK’s post-war tyre industry, and is the perfect companion to our June feature marking the latest […] Tyrepress · 19 Jun 2026 Industry news Tyres & Accessories Magazine June 2026 80th anniversary special available online now Available now on Tyrepress, Tyres & Accessories June 2026 80th anniversary special is available to read online and download now. Featuring the latest news and analysis in the Tyre Retail sector and the UHP Tyres segment, this special issue looks back at the history of the publication for tyre and wheel professionals, as well as reports from around the global tyre business. Non-subscribers can g… Tyrepress · 19 Jun 2026 Industry news Diageo reportedly set to undergo job layoffs Diageo is allegedly set to undergo job cuts and reductions across its departments, under the new leadership of CEO Sir Dave Lewis, as part of a business turnaround strategy. According… Grocery Gazette · 19 Jun 2026 Industry news Lidl joins caterpillar cake wars with introduction of Cooper Lidl is the latest supermarket to introduce a caterpillar-shaped celebration cake. ‘Cooper’ was launched in stores across the UK today [19 June]. Costing £6.99, the cake also comes with a… Grocery Gazette · 19 Jun 2026 Industry news Tenders and contract wins round-up 19th June 2026 MRW Tenders and contract wins round-up 19th June 2026 Round-up includes tender for collection and treatment services for grease, fats and oil waste on vessels, as well as award for pharmacy needle exchange services Tenders and contract wins round-up 19th June 2026 Joswin Corda MRW (Materials Recycling World) · 19 Jun 2026 Industry news Choosing an E-Bike or Electric Dirt Bike This Prime Day Starts With the Road Surface During Prime Day, many riders compare electric vehicles by looking first at motor power, top speed, range, and discount size. Those details matter, but they do not tell the whole story. For both e-bikes and electric off-road bikes, the real riding experience begins where the tyre meets the ground. Tyre size, rolling resistance, traction, suspension, and road surface all shape how a vehicle perf… Tyrepress · 19 Jun 2026 Industry news OPINION: What boards can learn from failed executive hires John Tilbrook, Managing Director at Newman Stewart, on why failed executive hires can offer important lessons for boards in the waste and recycling sector. OPINION: Boards play a central role in shaping the performance and direction of organisations in the waste management and recycling sector. Few decisions carry more weight than the appointment of a … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 19 Jun 2026 Industry news Spain’s ELV sector prepares for EU Regulation SIGRAUTO’s 11th National Meeting brought together more than 400 delegates to discuss how Spain’s ELV sector should prepare for the new EU Regulation, with a focus on CAT traceability, dismantling requirements, producer responsibility, recycled materials, exports and pragmatic implementation. Auto Recycling World · 19 Jun 2026 Industry news Grid connection delays halt growth for 1 in 3 firms affected, says research New research reveals 34% of companies that have experienced grid delays say it stopped company growth entirely, while those yet to face the challenge are dramatically underestimating what lies ahead. The UK’s industrial sector is broadly optimistic about growth, with 28% of organisations expecting to expand by 26-50% within the next three years. But a […] Envirotec Magazine · 19 Jun 2026 Industry news UK tech funding roundup: This week’s deals from Conduct to Flagright This week’s UK tech funding deals include AI operating system Conduct, financial crime compliance platform Flagright and more. UKTN tracked £111.62m worth of UK tech investment this week (15 June to 19 June), a 58% week-on-week decrease across five funding rounds. Here’s your weekly roundup of UK tech startup funding deals. Conduct – £44.72m Sector: […] UKTN (UK Tech News) · 19 Jun 2026 Industry news LARAC South East DEFRA Change Network - larac.org.uk LARAC (Local Authority Recycling Advisory Committee) · 19 Jun 2026 Industry news Weekly Prices Update for 19 June 2026 MRW Weekly Prices Update for 19 June 2026 MRW’s regular reporting of movements in the markets for secondary materials Weekly Prices Update for 19 June 2026 Joswin Corda MRW (Materials Recycling World) · 19 Jun 2026 Industry news EC revises AD733 definite measures deadline Patience, some say, is a virtue, and right now it is a virtue needed by those waiting for certainty regarding the European Commission anti-dumping investigation for passenger car and light commercial tyres from China. The Commission may not provide this information now for another two and a half weeks. Tyrepress · 19 Jun 2026 Industry news Ward Expands with Four New Sites across the Midlands and Yorkshire Ward has acquired four new sites to increase its metal processing and waste management capabilities nationally, supporting its ambitious growth... Ward Recycling · 19 Jun 2026 Industry news Jayar with Yuasa partner in football/battery promotion Jayar Car Parts has partnered with Yuasa with the family-run motor factor giving away footballs with any battery purchase. Running until Sunday 19 July, any customer who purchases a battery will receive a free football and pump, while stocks last. Tyrepress · 19 Jun 2026 Industry news Protyre wins TyreSafe Tyre Retailer of the Year Protyre Autocare won a TyreSafe award for its work to remove 7,000 illegal tyres from the UK’s roads every month. Specifically, Protyre was named Tyre Retailer of the Year prize at the 20th annual TyreSafe Awards, held at The Belfry in Warwickshire on 10 June 10. The event was attended by more than 200 delegates from across the road safety, automotive, enforcement, retail, manufacturing and pub… Tyrepress · 19 Jun 2026 Industry news Universal Tyres hails ‘milestone’ Tire Cologne Across the three days of The Tire Cologne 2026, the Universal Tyres team reports that they held “countless conversations” with customers and new contacts. Reflecting on the exhibition, CEO, Nathan Gould, said: “The Tire Cologne was a real milestone for Universal Tyres and one that we’ll look back on with a lot of pride. As our first time exhibiting at the show, it gave us the opportunity to spe… Tyrepress · 19 Jun 2026 Industry news Recykl looks forward to synergies from China cooperation Polish waste tyre management specialist Grupa Recykl has shared details of its recent engagement in China. On 26 May, company representatives visited Gaoyuan Road Industry Group, one of China’s leading manufacturers of road maintenance technologies and equipment. The meeting focused on sustainable asphalt and bitumen technologies for the repair, maintenance, and relaying of road pavements, as w… Tyrepress · 19 Jun 2026 Industry news Zumtobel get EcoVadis Platinum for the first time The Zumtobel Group has been awarded an EcoVadis Platinum medal for the first time, achieving the highest distinction from the […] Recolight · 19 Jun 2026 Industry news Luminaire’s wood body ‘has 50 year life’ A new family of timber luminaires launched by French manufacturer Aubrilam is demonstrating how renewable materials can help reduce the […] Recolight · 19 Jun 2026 Industry news 1,500 lights on offer from reuse initiative Over 1,500 luminaires – many barely used – are being offered at a fraction of their original cost to industry […] Recolight · 19 Jun 2026 Industry news Women in Packaging Excellence Awards | Gala evening celebrates women driving packaging The second edition of Women in Packaging Excellence Awards took place last night, celebrating the achievements of women throughout the packaging supply chain. Packaging News (UK) · 19 Jun 2026 Industry news Packaging News Sustainability PowerBook | Fiona Dobson, Sujoy Bose, Gerald Rebitzer Packaging News has launched the Sustainability PowerBook – a power list of the 50 people shaping sustainability in packaging. Packaging News (UK) · 19 Jun 2026 Industry news Imported materials leave Scotland exposed, says Zero Waste Scotland New analysis from Zero Waste Scotland has found that 43% of all materials used in Scotland are imported. The organisation also found that 66% of the critical raw materials required for support sectors including construction, food, energy and manufacturing are imported. Zero Waste Scotland said the figures demonstrate how dependent the Scottish economy remains on … Read More letsrecycle.com News · 19 Jun 2026 Industry news Continental develops range enhancing tyre for Renault As part of its strategic partnership with Renault Group, Continental has developed a highly efficient tyre that significantly increases the range of electric vehicles. The tyre maker says its joint efforts with Renault’s innovation teams resulted in a tyre with up to 35 per cent lower rolling resistance than needed to gain the EU tyre label’s top A rating. Continental calculates that for an ave… Tyrepress · 19 Jun 2026 Industry news John Lewis Partnership pledges 1,000 roles for young people by 2030 The parent company of Waitrose, John Lewis Partnership, has announced 1,000 new roles to support young people who experienced care by 2030, which marks a doubling of its previous target.… Grocery Gazette · 19 Jun 2026 Industry news Anna King appointed to UKRI board Anna King, a longstanding executive in the British health sector, has been appointed to the board of UK Research and Innovation (UKRI). Announced by Secretary of State for Technology Liz Kendall, King will be made a non-executive member of the UKRI board starting from September 2026. King is currently the commercial director at the Health […] UKTN (UK Tech News) · 19 Jun 2026 Industry news Sentury planing future European tyre plant in Balkans It pays to attend to details at a tyre exhibition. During The Tire Cologne 2026 our Italian colleagues at PneusNews.it did exactly that when reading the wall graphics at the Sentury stand, which led to a conversation with sales manager Can Gedik accompanied by TBR Europe head of business, Jeff Wu. Here, Gedik takes stock of the German trade fair, analyzes distribution strategies in Europe and o… Tyrepress · 19 Jun 2026 Industry news A&M EDM Explores High-Growth Markets Through Regional Programme As manufacturing businesses across the West Midlands look to strengthen resilience and diversify into high-growth markets, the Supply Chain Transition Programme, delivered by the Supply Smarter Consortium for the West Midlands Investment Zone and the Mayor of the West Midlands’, is providing targeted support to help firms pivot into new supply chains and seize emerging opportunities. A&M EDM, a… MEM Magazine (Manufacturing & Engineering) · 19 Jun 2026 Industry news The LIA Announces Sponsors for TECH-X 2026 The Lighting Industry Association (The LIA) is pleased to announce its sponsors of the 2026 TECH-X conference, taking place on Thursday 2nd July 2026, at Edgbaston Park Hotel & Conference Centre, Birmingham. Joining this year’s event are Legrand, Sales Layer, DALI Alliance, ECN, Helvar, CEF, and Tamlite Lighting, with Luceco sponsoring the drinks reception. TECH-X was created to reflect sector-… MEM Magazine (Manufacturing & Engineering) · 19 Jun 2026 Industry news Frederick Michell – Countdown to DRS: how to be ready for the DRS Deadline DRS is coming fast — but what will it actually mean for your business? Footprint Media (foodservice sustainability) · 19 Jun 2026 Industry news Meet Michelin’s Urban Tree The weather’s warming up, which makes this news from Michelin very well timed. As part of its move ‘beyond tyres’, the French company has been working on a solution to soothe the impact of “the increasing frequency of heatwaves in urban areas and during large-scale events.” It has now announced an acceleration of development for the OYA Urban Tree, a smart inflatable shading solution. Tyrepress · 19 Jun 2026 Industry news European ELV Regulation approved: a historic step for circular vehicle recycling The European Parliament has approved the new ELV Regulation, replacing the 2000 Directive with a broader circularity framework covering vehicle design, parts reuse, recycled materials, producer responsibility, export controls, traceability and digital vehicle passports. Auto Recycling World · 19 Jun 2026