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Plans to power the Portland Aluminium Smelter with 100% renewable energy gets $1.5 million...

06-Oct-2022

Spinifex Offshore Wind Farm has received $1.5 million in financing from the Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA) to supply the Portland Aluminium Smelter with up to 100 per cent renewable energy...

Interviews

“Digitalisation is vital in increasing the efficiency of aluminium extrusion production,” Christian Ferman, Senior Electrical Engineer and project man...;

Christian Ferman is a Senior Electrical Engineer and project manager with 12 years’ experience in the design of control systems, embedded systems, and safety systems for Granco Clark. He is also a cer ...

“Digitization is an essential tool for utilizing data streams which make the process more efficient, reduce energy consumption and contribute to our s...;

Geir Sandnes heads Hydro Aluminium Metal's Digital Production Support, Technology, and Operational Support department. Before starting this role, he was part of the management team in Hydro Corporate ...

BAUXITE

German industrial company TAKRAF delivering two conveyors for CBG Phase 2 bauxite expansion project

As part of a fast-track EPC project in Guinea, TAKRAF will supply two conveyors to Compagnie des Bauxites de Guinée (CBG). In Phase 2 expansion, this conveyor system package was brought forward, and TAKRAF's award follows the successful execution of an EPC contract for Phase 1 of that project at the ...

30-Sep-2022

Edited By: Rupankar Majumder

Bauxite and aluminium industry integration is underway in Ghana: Nana Akufo-Addo at UNGA

On 21st September, the President of the West African nation Ghana, Nana Akufo-Addo, declared during the 77th session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) that Ghana is developing an integrated bauxite and aluminium industry. He added that Ghana was refining its natural resources - especi ...

23-Sep-2022

Edited By: Rupankar Majumder

China’s August bauxite imports stand above 10 million tonnes, reflecting a 1.48% rise M-o-M

General Administration of Customs showed China’s bauxite imports continued to total above 10 million tonnes in August 2022. As per the data revealed, the country imported 10.75 million tonnes of the ore, which reflected an increase of 1.48 per cent month-on-month and 23.53 per cent over the year. ...

22-Sep-2022

Edited By: Debanjali Sengupta

US crude and dried bauxite imports continue to fall quarterly at a higher rate of 12.5% in 2Q2022

The United States imports of crude and dried bauxite continued to roll down through the past three quarters, starting Q4 2021. According to the data shown by the US Census Bureau, the country’s crude and dried bauxite imports has recorded a quarterly fall of 92,000 tonnes or 12.50 per cent for 2Q202 ...

02-Sep-2022

Edited By: Debanjali Sengupta

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EDITORIAL BLOG

A Booming Bauxite Mining Industry of Guinea and Future Prospects

Abstract:Guinea with bauxite potential of about 40 billion tons is the largest aluminium ore exporter in the world today. During 2019, the country exported about 70 million tons of bauxite, which is likely to exceed 110 million tons by 2021. This may...

Contributed By : Dr Ashok Nandi and Dr Alkaly Yamoussa BANGOURA

Modern & futuristic trends in the aluminium industry

Modern Trends in Aluminium Industry 1) Use of Metallic Inert Anodes: In the past decade, a lot of development has been made in developing metallic inert anodes. The researchers have given much attention to binary or trinary alloys with Cu being a com...

Contributed By : Shreekant Kulkarni

ALUMINA

Alumina production in Europe (incl. Russia) reflects a 4.76% downfall M-o-M during August’22

In Europe (incl. Russia), alumina production during August 2022 stood at 660,000 tonnes, reflecting a downfall of 33,000 tonnes or 4.76 per cent month-on-month, found the International Aluminium Institute. In July’22, alumina output in Europe (incl. Russia) amounted to 693,000 tonnes, which remained ...

06-Oct-2022

Edited By: Debanjali Sengupta

'Two-tiered' working conditions led to a 48-hour strike by Worsley alumina refinery electricians

The workers at a major West Australian refinery have walked off their jobs over what they call a "two-tiered" workplace. In a significant escalation of ongoing industrial action, workers at South32's Worsley alumina and bauxite facility have downed tools for 48 hours. Previously, the workers staged ...

06-Oct-2022

Edited By: Rupankar Majumder

Suzhou Hongnuan Electronic Technology CO., LTD joins ASI as a new Industrial User member

Suzhou Hongnuan Electronic Technology CO., LTD joined Aluminium Stewardship Initiative (ASI) as an Industrial User member. Alumina materials are the focus of Suzhou Hongnuan Electronic Technology CO., LTD, a specialised surface treatment business. They produce, sell, research and develop top-class a ...

06-Oct-2022

Edited By: Sarnali Chakraborty

SUVO Strategic Minerals intends to acquire a 26% stake in sustainable HPA production company

The Australian hydrous kaolin producer and exploration company Suvo Strategic Minerals has publicized its plan to secure a 26% stake in low-carbon high purity alumina (HPA) production. Through a private placement, the ASX-listed company will acquire a stake in Australian proprietary company Dingo ...

29-Sep-2022

Edited By: Rupankar Majumder

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ANKIROS and TURKCAST FAIR

ANKIROS and TURKCAST FAIR will be held on 6th October - 8th October 2022 at Istanbul, Turkey Globa...
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International Metal Technology Taiwan
AFSA International Aluminium Conference & Exhibition
EuroBLECH 2022
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PRIMARY ALUMINIUM

Alcoa signs PPA with Endesa to reopen the San Ciprián aluminium smelter

On Thursday, September 6, Alcoa Corporation announced a new power purchase agreement (PPA) with Endesa to facilitate reopening the San Ciprián aluminium smelter in Spain. Endesa is a well-known power provider in Spain and a division of the Enel Group. From 2024 through at least 2030, the agreement w ...

06-Oct-2022

Edited By: Sarnali Chakraborty

Rusal strongly refutes the recent reports on planning large-scale deliveries to LME warehouses

The world's leading aluminium producer Rusal, further to a recent media report, refutes in the strongest terms any suggestion that it is planning to deliver large quantities of metal on the LME, in Europe, the U.S. or any other location. Rusal also commented that the statements otherwise are high ...

06-Oct-2022

Edited By: Rupankar Majumder

NZAS and Rio Tinto form a coalition with regional communities to restore Tiwai Point Peninsula

New Zealand Aluminium Smelter (NZAS) and Rio Tinto have formed an alliance with the Iwi to restore the Tiwai Point aluminium site in Southland. Smelter owner Rio Tinto and Te Rūnanga o Ngāi Tahu declared in a joint statement that the Murihiku Rūnaka had been approached to chalk out a plan for the re ...

06-Oct-2022

Edited By: Mayurakshi Ganguly

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Wiley Rein assists ITC in granting trade relief on Chinese aluminium extrusion

Wiley Rein LLP assisted in convincing the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) to grant relief from imports of dumped and subsidised aluminium extrusions from China on behalf of U.S. makers of aluminium extrusions. Following a mandated five-year "sunset review" including these items, the ITC ...

06-Oct-2022

Edited By: Sarnali Chakraborty

China's Eplus3D certifies Constellium's Aheadd CP1 aluminium alloy for use in its AM machines

The Hangzhou, China headquartered organization, Eplus3D, has certified the Aheadd®CP1 aluminium alloy from the Paris, France-based Constellium for use on the company’s Laser Beam Powder Bed Fusion (PBF-LB) Additive Manufacturing machines. The innovative global manufacturer of aluminium products, ...

05-Oct-2022

Edited By: Rupankar Majumder

ASI enlists Waldaschaff Automotive Mexico S. de R.L. de C.V. as Industrial User

On October 4, Tuesday, Waldaschaff Automotive Mexico S. de R.L. de C.V. received the ASI Industrial User certification. The company manufactures a range of aluminium products including crash management systems, battery casings, structural components, and tailgate structures. Established organizat ...

05-Oct-2022

Edited By: Mayurakshi Ganguly

Assan Alüminyum plans to launch a facility in the US with an investment of $460 million.

The world's leading manufacturer of flat-rolled aluminium (FRP), Assan Alüminyum, a subsidiary of Kibar Holding, intends to open a facility in the United States with an investment of $460 million. According to Ali Kibar, the projected factory's annual production capacity would be 120,000 tonnes. ...

04-Oct-2022

Edited By: Sarnali Chakraborty

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Green Aluminium Sustainable Future for the Indust

With universal focus towards driving low carbon footprints as well as the growing emphasis on clean energy, AlCircle team is striving to highlight how aluminium because of its favorable...

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Future of Aluminium in Transportation Sector An Industry Ana...
What does the AlCircle’s report on “Future of Aluminium in Transportation Sector - an industry analysis with forecasts to 2027” offer to you? For man...
World of Aluminium Extrusions - an industry analysis with fo...
Global Aluminium Industry Outlook 2022
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Leader in designing and manufacturing specialized equipment

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Largest supplier of aluminium extrusion in Malaysia and amon...

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COTA to serve sustainable Ball aluminium cups throughout US Formula One Grand Pix

Throughout this month’s Formula One United States Grand Prix, several sustainability initiatives will be taken up by the Circuit of the Americas (COTA). The racing track would be populated with 96-gallon recycling bins and 90 per cent recycled aluminium cups provided by Ball Corporation in place of ...

06-Oct-2022

Edited By: Mayurakshi Ganguly

Sibu in Sarawak, Malaysia has its first locally built fast crew boat Marine Success

Sibu, an inland city in the central region of Sarawak, Malaysia, reportedly witnessed the launch of its first locally built aluminium fast crew boat on Wednesday, October 5. The boat is named Marine Success, built by Sapor Shipbuilding Industrial Sdn Bhd at a cost of RM20 million. Ting Hua Ang, m ...

06-Oct-2022

Edited By: Debanjali Sengupta

Flokk relying on Hydro EcoDesign’s green initiative launches low-carbon aluminium HÅG Celi chairs

Norway-based Flokk, in partnership with Hydro, has designed a chair with the lowest environmental impact, the HÅG Celi. Flokk has utilized the technological expertise of Hydro in making these low-carbon aluminium furniture series. Flokk has been making eco-friendly furniture for over a decade tho ...

06-Oct-2022

Edited By: Mayurakshi Ganguly

MCP Yachts launches its second largest all-aluminium superyacht Queen Tati

MCP Yachts, a Brazilian shipyard specialised in designing and constructing highly customised aluminium motor yachts, has reportedly launched its 37.4-metre all-aluminium superyacht Queen Tati. As per the report, the yacht is scheduled to be delivered by 2022. The vessel was designed by Vripack, i ...

06-Oct-2022

Edited By: Debanjali Sengupta

RECYCLED ALUMINIUM

Novelis & SPS partnership starts closed-loop-recycling operation

Novelis Inc., an American industrial aluminium company, specialised in making flat-rolled products (FRPs) and recycling, announced today that it initiated operations of a closed-loop-recycling with Smart Press Shop (SPS). In the partnership, Novelis supplies aluminium FRPs from its Nachterstedt plan ...

06-Oct-2022

Edited By: Debanjali Sengupta

SIG rolls out ‘Recycle for Good’ in Egypt, a new recycling initiative for used aseptic carton packs

The country linking northeast Africa with the Middle East, Egypt, witnessed the launch of SIG's 'Recycle for Good', an innovative new recycling initiative to enable immediate household and food service industry collection of used aseptic carton packs through tech-based solutions. However, this i ...

04-Oct-2022

Edited By: Rupankar Majumder

Yampa Valley Sustainability Council requests Coloradans to prioritize aluminium recycling for October

The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment and the Yampa Valley Sustainability Council (YVSC) collaborate to inform Coloradans about the best trash management techniques. Residents are being urged by YVSC to purchase and recycle aluminium and other metal containers over plastic through ...

04-Oct-2022

Edited By: Sarnali Chakraborty

Suffolk Waste Partnership and Alupro roll out a new campaign to enhance aluminium packaging recycling rate

The Suffolk Waste Partnership has launched a new scheme to encourage metal packaging recycling. To increase kerbside recycling rates, residents of the region are urged to recycle empty aerosol cans, food and beverage cans, aluminium foil packaging and foil trays, and metal screw tops. “Our MetalM ...

03-Oct-2022

Edited By: Sarnali Chakraborty