Ferrous scrap outlook: Fears justified as virus goes worldwide
The march of the coronavirus around the world results in expected shock to global commerce. Sims and EMR have stopped…
Posts from Robin Latchem
Big jump in Chinese import tonnages
China has announced a marked increase in import quotas for metal scrap, the fifth batch released this year. A total…
BIR: Recyclers caught by unfair shipping costs and red tape
The Bureau of International Recycling (BIR) has added its weight to calls for governments, shipping lines and port authorities to…
DS Smith: paper recycling being maintained
One of the largest paper recycling and packaging companies says its operations are not being disrupted significantly by the coronavirus…
Big brands slammed over burned plastics
Four of the world’s biggest consumer brands are being accused of driving up global greenhouse gas emissions because millions of…
EU backs cross-border movements of waste
The European Commission has published new guidelines to maintain waste shipments across the EU while preserving a high level of…
SURVEY: Help us to recycle more, say businesses
A survey of European businesses suggests they understand the importance of recycling and waste management but need greater guidance and…
Container costs at Indian ports crippling importers
Indian recyclers are appealing for relief from detention and demurrage charges until May, saying they are a ‘massive burden’ on…
Europe cries foul over US dumping claims
European Aluminium has criticised a US investigation into the alleged dumping of common alloy sheet from countries including Croatia, Germany,…
WasteAid charity gets new ceo
Mike Webster is stepping down as chief executive of UK-based WasteAid more than five years after establishing the charity with…
Don’t cut collections, say UK recyclers
The UK Government is being urged to require normal levels of household recycling collections to guarantee sufficient materials for the…
