Michael Brunn

Redback grinders have been in operation for several decades, primarily in Australia, where they have been used under demanding operating conditions. The product line is based on long-standing experience in the design and manufacture of heavy-duty machinery for recycling and material processing applications. The machines are designed for continuous operation and stable throughput under varying feedstock and environmental conditions.

The analysis shows that agriculture, energy and transport are among the sectors most exposed to climate-related risks. Europe is currently the fastest-warming continent, and extreme weather events such as floods, droughts, heatwaves and wildfires are already causing significant economic losses. Average annual damage from such events has reached approximately EUR 40-50 billion in recent years.

The partnership aims to improve coordination between the two organisations and to strengthen joint representation of recycling industry interests within European policy frameworks. As part of this initiative, a Nordic working group will be established to support structured and continuous dialogue.

Speira has introduced speira.ID, a digital product passport designed to provide structured and verifiable information on aluminium products. The system consolidates essential data for each individual coil in a single digital record, including carbon footprint, recycled content, chemical composition and input material mix.

The report will examine current challenges and future opportunities for steel packaging recycling in Europe and set out policy recommendations aimed at keeping packaging steel within a circular material loop for as long as possible.

The Nevada Division of Environmental Protection - Bureau of Sustainable Materials Management  has issued a Written Determination Permit for the processing of waste solar panels and photovoltaic components. This approval follows the Air Quality Control Permit granted on January 5, 2026, completing the permitting process required for facility commissioning.

Each year, the regional agricultural sector produces around 800,000 tonnes of plant-based residues, including rice straw and citrus pruning waste. Current biomass recovery methods rely heavily on commercial enzymes, which can account for up to 40% of total processing costs, limiting large-scale industrial application.

Wilms represents the German waste management federation BDE and is Managing Director of Remondis Service International. He has longstanding experience in waste management, recycling and secondary raw materials, as well as in EU-level policy discussions related to the circular economy.

Plastics Europe has appointed Rob Ingram, CEO of Ineos Olefins & Polymers Europe, as President of the association with effect from 1 January 2026. He succeeds Benny Mermans, Vice President Sustainability at Chevron Phillips Chemical. The organisation represents plastics manufacturers in Europe and coordinates strategic initiatives relating to circular economy, recycling and climate-neutral plastics production.

With the integration of these agglomeration processes, SMS group broadens its upstream offering for iron ore preparation and strengthens its position in direct reduction and conventional ironmaking routes.