Metal Recycling News

Scrap Metal Becomes Wildlife in Dan Brown’s Sculptures

Brown typically starts with a “found object” that inspires his sculpture ideas.

Camden suspends license for EMR Recycling after multiple scrap yard fires

Since January, EMR has been at the center of a lawsuit filed by the New Jersey Attorney General's Office and state DEP, which alleges the company created unsafe conditions that affect public health.

BIR Convention Highlights Robust Recycling Growth Amid Global Threats

The organization achieved a major milestone in terms of its communications reach, surpassing 20,000 followers on LinkedIn.

Recycled Steel Critical to Sustainable Steelmaking, Says Report

India ranked among the leading importers despite a 5% decline in recycled steel imports to 8.040 million tons.

Camden recycling workers rally to keep facility open amid calls for shutdown

The facility has been at the center of an environmental lawsuit tied to multiple fires over the years.

Camden officials call for EMR Recycling to be shut down after another fire

The company said the fire likely originated from a lithium battery.

$22.4 million metal recycling plant coming to Mobile County

The investment is expected to create high-paying jobs and expand recycling and materials recovery efforts.

Camden scrap metal facility completes new fire suppression system

A bill that passed the state General Assembly in March would require all large scrap metal facilities to install heat detectors and remotely operated fire suppression systems.

BIR Gothenburg 2026 Highlights Global Recycling Trade Challenges

The event will open with an economic outlook from Fernando Acosta, who will examine evolving copper recycling rates and the growing strategic role of recycled copper in meeting global industrial demand.

BIR: Turkish Steel Buying Sparks Global Ferrous Scrap Rally

In the U.S., export prices got a boost. American mills were competing with buyers from Turkey and Asia, driving up prices.

Glencore begins scrap trade from the EU to Turkiye

Turkiye remains the world’s largest importer of ferrous scrap and one of the leaders in the use of electric arc furnaces (EAF).

Provincial chamber of commerce supports local solution to scrap metal theft problem

The framework calls on the province to consider new requirements for all scrap metal dealers that are consistent with the City of Brantford’s bylaws.

BIR Posts Record 2025 Membership Growth and Expands Global Influence

Director General Arnaud Brunet said the record growth reflects recyclers’ trust in BIR for representation, networking and market intelligence.

Man Sentenced for Evading Tax on Stolen Scrap Metal, DOJ Says

Court records reflect that Scholten pled guilty to tax evasion and admitted that he failed to report $3.4 million of income he generated through the sale of scrap material over a 13-year period.

Fire burns pile of crushed vehicles at Salt Lake scrap metal recycling facility

Upon arrival, they found the fire in a pile of crushed vehicles and began working to extinguish the flames.

Taiwan’s scrap shortage persists due to strong steel demand

Scrap distribution currently appears uneven due to varying purchasing strategies among mills.

Pile of scrap metal catches fire on North Perry Street in Spokane

An official cause of the fire has not yet been determined, but SFD said it's possible it was caused by a lithium ion battery. 

B.C. metal recycler allegedly diverted $14.5M to private accounts

He is also seeking declarations that Xu is indeed a shareholder in the companies and that he has been subject to oppressive conduct.

EU widens Russia sanctions to scrap, metal goods

The new measures tighten controls on parts of the steel supply chain by targeting revenue from steel scrap, metals, minerals and industrial raw materials.

BIR 2026 to Highlight Shredder Safety and Innovation

The plenary session, scheduled for June 1, 2026 (15:00–16:00), will gather leading experts to examine the evolving global shredder landscape amid rising regulatory pressure and operational risks.

Fire breaks out on ship carrying 1,000 tonnes of scrap metal

Fire crews were called to Newport Docks at about 05:40 BST on Sunday after the blaze broke out on the vessel Nord Houston, which was docked there.

Smoke blankets Montreal as recycling plant fire prompts health warning, investigation

Santé Montréal issued a notice on social media warning that the fire was affecting air quality.

Embattled scrap metal yard wants judge to dismiss case with Providence

Land also said that vessels identified in the a special order and additional vessels that were brought to the site from time to time have been removed.

Global Metal Recycling Market to Reach $585.9B by 2033 on Sustainability Drive

The market is supported by growing volumes of scrap generated through rapid urbanization, infrastructure expansion, and industrialization.

Recycling associations call for intervention from Competition Commission on scrap metal policy

He expresses that the commission has repeatedly warned, since 2014, about the high risk of collusion inherent in the PPS mechanism.