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KraussMaffei will bring its new MC7 controller to Interplas 2026
The controller, which will be integrated into its third-generation PX 80-tonne production cell, is the centrepiece of the company’s stand at this year’s event.
Türkiye looks to ban single-use plastics in line with the EU
The ban will also encourage a shift towards more sustainable alternatives that utilise glass, porcelain, wood, and cardboard.
One ticket, eight events: the UK’s leading manufacturing and engineering gathering returns in June 2026
On 3-4 June 2026, a unique collaboration of leading industry events will take place at the NEC Birmingham, bringing together a broad spectrum of technologies, expertise and solutions under one roof.
Emirates Biotech joins the CIRCLE Consortium
As part of the project, the company will manage the polymerisation of lactic acid derived from food waste.
CIWM appoints Marcus Gover as its Junior Vice President
Gover succeeds Liz Parkes MBE, who is set to become Senior Vice President.

Th MPMA has welcomed the Welsh Senedd approving DRS regulations as an important milestone.

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A 49-year-old man has been arrested in a joint operation by police and the Environment Agency as part of an investigation into a £2m waste fraud scheme.

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MPs on the Public Accounts Committee (PAC) are questioning Defra’s ability to implement effective reforms to its regulatory bodies, the Environment Agency (EA) and Natural England.

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Manufacturing operations software specialist Nulogy has launched Nulogy Supplier Compliance Management, a solution designed to centralise and automate supplier compliance for procurement, supply chain, and quality assurance teams in manufacturing, food & beverage, pharmaceuticals, and other highly regulated industries.

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The PMMI Food Safety and Sanitation Trends report, shows that ease of cleaning is now the main factor users consider when assessing new food processing and inspection equipment.

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How Trump and the oil markets move in sync: a tango in six charts
Oil markets have been sensitive to Donald Trump's comments on the war. But are traders growing less responsive?
Video shows US missile likely used in deadly strike on Iranian town, experts say
The analysts identified a Precision Strike Missile (PrSM) in footage of the strike on the southern town of Lamerd.
US House to vote on DHS funding as travel chaos deepens
The planned vote is unlikely to end the funding impasse as long security lines at US airports continue.
Noah Wyle is back in A&E with new drama The Pitt: 'I hope people watch with empathy'
The former ER star is back playing a physician with PTSD in a new US medical drama.
The Papers:  'War to end in weeks' and '50% of public cut their spending'
The US saying the Middle East war will "end in weeks" and pressure on UK household budgets lead Saturday's papers.