Industry news

More than 85% of coalfield boreholes drilled across the UK succeeded in accessing mine water heat.

Nine of the UK’s largest grocery retailers are collaborating on reusable packaging.

University of Birmingham, UK, and Brazil-based CBMM, partner to improve production and reduce the cost of niobium compounds. 

A multilayer film composed of outside layers of polyethylene (PE) and an inside layer of ethylene vinyl alcohol (EVOH) is being investigated for improved helium permeability in stratospheric balloons. 

New initiative to help expand the global talent pool supporting the fusion industry.

Canada’s new government will restrict and reduce foreign steel imports entering the Canadian market.

Light chirality can be used to discover the chiral form of a sample and encode information.

The proof-of-concept material is said to have achieved reflection losses of up to -40dB, equivalent to 99.99% radar absorption.

The Action Plan addresses high energy costs, unfair global competition and weak demand, while promoting investment in innovation and sustainability.

MP Materials will supply the rare-earth magnets made from 100% recycled materials.

The countries are to work closely on small modular reactors.

Conclusion of negotiations regarding a significant environmental fine reduces Jaguar Mining’s liability.

Using argon plasma, metal atoms can be dispersed and guided to desired positions without waste.

A report shows persistent core talent shortages and high attrition rates in the US industry.

Waste and recycling are in focus as Veolia invests, a BSI report addresses consumer concerns and digital tracking progresses.

JLR is introducing FSC-certified natural rubber in tyres for luxury vehicles by using Pirelli’s first standard production tyre made with over 70% bio-based and recycled materials.

The facility in Górażdże processes recycled concrete paste (RCP) recovered at the firm's recycling plant in Katowice, Poland.

Global glass industry players unite to deliver engineering, project management, and equipment supply preparation.

Minerals Matter is holding a webinar on the value of careers education on Friday 25 July.

Alongside three UK universities, Tata will develop automotive and packaging steels from its electric arc furnace (EAF).