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Five years Circular Economy Accelerator

Driving circular economy innovation with lasting impact

178 startups from 45 countries, more than € 350 million in funding raised, and numerous collaborations with industry and academia: Five years after its launch, the Circular Economy Accelerator...

12.08.2026 more

STEINERT expands its presence in Mexico

Sorting and separation technologies specialist for the recycling and raw material industries, STEINERT, is broadening its activities in Mexico to provide customers in the region with direct support....

11.08.2026 more

IMS and Secopta combine their expertise

IMS Messsysteme GmbH has acquired a stake in Secopta analytics GmbH effective June 26, 2026. This partnership combines IMS Messsysteme’s global expertise in high-precision measuring and inspection...

10.08.2026 more

STADLER Group highlights residual waste sorting as key to resource recovery and circular economy goals

As municipal waste volumes continue to rise worldwide, STADLER points to residual waste as one of the most complex – and increasingly important – frontiers in resource recovery.

07.08.2026 more

Ecotec appoints Christopher Pickhardt as Global Sales Director

Ecotec, one of the global manufacturers of environmental equipment and solutions, has appointed Christopher Pickhardt as Global Sales Director, reinforcing its leadership team as the business enters...

21.07.2026 more

Ecotec appointed Christopher Pickhardt as Global Sales Director

Ecotec, a global manufacturer of environmental equipment and solutions, has appointed Christopher Pickhardt as Global Sales Director, reinforcing its leadership team as the business enters its next...

21.07.2026 more

Ecomondo 2026

The events program

The wait is over – it's time for an exclusive preview. The Ecomondo 2026 Events Program is now available to explore.As every year, our conference programme is designed to provide a comprehensive...

17.07.2026 more
Future technologies are increasing raw material demand

A Fraunhofer study shows where action is needed

How will emerging technologies such as electric mobility, renewable energy and artificial intelligence impact raw material demand? This question is addressed in the new edition of the “Raw Materials...

16.07.2026 more
Ban on the destruction of textiles sends an important signal

Circular Valley sees innovation boost for the circular economy

Starting July 19, 2026, manufacturers in the European Union will no longer be allowed to destroy unsold textiles and footwear. For the Circular Valley Foundation, this is an important step – while...

14.07.2026 more

Tana strengthens New Zealand presence with AB Equipment partnership

Tana Oy, a leading provider of solid waste management and recycling machines, has appointed AB Equipment as its new authorized distributor in New Zealand. The partnership strengthens Tana’s presence...

10.07.2026 more

A&A Recycling expands capacity with Ecotec TBG 530T

A&A Recycling Services Ltd., a UK-based specialist in waste wood recycling, has increased processing capacity at its Meriden Quarry operation in Coventry with the addition of an Ecotec TBG 530T...

08.07.2026 more
Stainless steel, heavy metals and more

TOMRA expands its Dynamic LIBS application range

TOMRA Recycling, the leading provider of sensor-based sorting solutions for the global recycling industry, is expanding the application range of AUTOSORT™ PULSE beyond aluminum alloy separation. The...

07.07.2026 more

Greyparrot wins Circular Economy Project of the Year at UK Green Business Awards 2026

Greyparrot, the AI waste analytics company, has been named Circular Economy Project of the Year at the UK Green Business Awards 2026 for its pioneering Deepnest Packaging Waste Intelligence Platform....

07.07.2026 more

Textiles Recycling Expo 2026 builds on successful debut with record attendance, global participation and expanded industry collaboration

The second edition of Textiles Recycling Expo concluded on 24 to 25 June at Brussels Expo, reinforcing its position as Europe's leading exhibition and conference dedicated exclusively to textile...

03.07.2026 more

Germany and Japan can learn from each other in the circular economy

Circular Valley further expands its exchange with Japan: At a seminar in Tokyo organized by NRW.Global Business, Dr. Carsten Gerhardt, Chairman of the Circular Valley Foundation, presented the...

02.07.2026 more

Ecotec introduced the TSS 390 Plus

Ecotec, a global manufacturer of environmental equipment and solutions, has introduced the TSS 390 Plus slow speed shredder, the latest addition to its recycling portfolio. The single shaft shredder...

01.07.2026 more