This initiative, developed since 2024, serves as a technical resource to complement the organization’s existing advocacy and business development functions within the global recycling sector.
An introductory video has been produced to outline the structure and objectives of the series. The content is designed to provide practical learning tools by utilizing insights from experts across the recycling value chain. The programming focuses on key concepts, market mechanisms, and regulatory frameworks, presenting them within a real-world industrial context.
The first technical installment of the series, scheduled for release in mid-February 2026, focuses on the London Metal Exchange (LME). This video addresses the complexities of global recycled metals markets and provides technical explanations for recyclers operating under volatile market conditions. The production features contributions from LME specialists Christian Mildner, James Macdonald, and Yang Liu, who discuss trading operations and market development in interviews conducted by Murat Bayram.
Future installments of the BIR Academy series will cover a broad spectrum of industry-relevant topics, including trade mechanisms, sustainability requirements, and emerging market trends. The content is filmed in professional environments to ensure technical depth and accuracy. These resources are intended to assist member companies in navigating regulatory changes and maintaining competitiveness in the global secondary raw materials market. BIR plans to release additional videos on a rolling basis throughout 2026, with further details regarding specific topics to be announced in the coming weeks.
