The first issue of Analytical Reporter for 2019 is filled with an abundance of good news stories: of year end festivities, new beginnings for companies that have renovated or brought in new colleagues, and of course new research. In this issue, read about how laboratories tackle the issue of waste management, power plant chemistry, chemicals and reagents that are newly available, and x-Ray analysis. Also, look out for the 2019 Annual Buyers Guide – a vital tool, designed to simplify any purchasing process, providing all the necessary information and contact details in one place.