Ball Corporation has appointed two senior executives to lead its beverage packaging businesses across North and Central America and Europe, the Middle East and Africa (EMEA), bringing experience in commercial growth, regional management and global operations to the roles. Carey Causey, currently Ball’s senior vice president and chief growth officer, has been appointed senior vice president and president of Beverage Packaging North and Central America, effective immediately. She succeeds Kathleen Pitre. Scott Vail, Ball’s senior vice president and chief supply chain and operations officer, will take over as senior vice president and president of Beverage Packaging EMEA, succeeding Mandy Glew, who will retire in January 2027. Ball said the departures were not related to any disagreement...
Canada is looking to expand its domestic aluminium processing capacity as the government seeks to reduce the sector’s dependence on the United States. Industry Minister Mélanie Joly has described more than USD 193 million in federal funding for projects at five industrial sites in Quebec as a first step towards strengthening the country’s aluminium supply chain and building the capacity to process more metal at home. The funding, announced in La Baie, Quebec, covers projects at four Rio Tinto facilities in the Saguenay-Lac-Saint-Jean region and the Alouette aluminium smelter in Sept-Îles. Joly, who also serves as the minister responsible for economic development in Quebec, said the investment reflects the strategic importance of aluminium to Canada’s economy and national sovereignty. The...
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Oppo has just broadened its F series lineup in India with the introduction of three exciting new models, the Oppo F31 5G, Oppo F31 Pro 5G and Oppo F31 Pro+ 5G. Aimed at the mid-range market, these smartphones are built to last, featuring three IP ratings and a frame made from aerospace-grade aluminium alloy. Oppo's broadened range of these devices is built with sturdy frames, durable glass, cutting-edge cooling systems and dependable connectivity, all tailored to meet the unique demands of the Indian market. Highlights on core features The F31 Pro+ runs on Qualcomm's Snapdragon 7 Gen 3, while the F31 Pro and F31 are powered by MediaTek's Dimensity 7300 Energy and Dimensity 6300 chipsets, respectively. All three models can handle up to 24GB of RAM (12GB physical plus 12GB virtual) and come...
Concrete may be the backbone of modern construction, but its reliance on cement comes at a steep environmental cost. What if industrial waste, something as ordinary as residue from old aluminium engine parts could not only reduce this burden but also make concrete stronger and more efficient? Recent research has uncovered exactly that possibility, pointing to a new way forward in sustainable building materials. Image Source: Scientific Reports Scrap aluminium engine residue (SAER) Researchers have found that substituting just 2.5 per cent of cement with scrap aluminium engine residue (SAER) in foamed concrete can significantly enhance both compressive strength and thermal insulation. This approach not only improves performance but also provides a sustainable way to reduce industrial...
As Brussels pushes forward with the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) and doubles down on its climate ambitions, the European aluminium sector is sounding the alarm on another missing piece in the policy puzzle: aluminium scrap. The call is not new, but it is urgent. As downstream manufacturers and industry veterans univocally demand expanded inclusion of goods into CBAM framework, the European Aluminium has advocated for scrap export taxation. Also read: EU top export destinations: Aluminium tube export rebalance as US slump & Norway-Türkiye rise European Aluminium, the industry’s leading voice, argues that without a scrap export tax, Europe risks squandering its strongest competitive lever in the race for decarbonisation — its recycling base. The recycling paradox Recycling is...
When stone meets aluminium at Kazakhstan's new Almaty Museum of Arts, it's not just about stylish design, it's a game plan for how architects and builders can rethink cultural landmarks through innovative materials. Kazakhstan's vibrant cultural centre has just welcomed the newly opened Almaty Museum of Arts, a stunning venue aimed at showcasing modern and contemporary art on a grand scale. The Almaty Museum of Arts, designed by the British firm Chapman Taylor, covers an impressive 10,060 square meters. It sits at the edge of the city, beautifully framing the Tian Shan mountains, which create a stunning backdrop that seamlessly connects urban life with the natural beauty of the surrounding landscape. Nurlan Smagulov, a well-known entrepreneur and philanthropist, has established the...
A drastic upward movement has been noticed in the London Metal Exchange (LME) aluminium price on Friday, September 12. Both the LME cash bid and offer price alongside the 3-month bid and offer increased, and the opening stock, live warrants and cancelled warrants remained unchanged from the previous day. The LME cash bid rose by USD 50.5 per tonne or 1.90 per cent, where the final price stood at USD 2,706 per tonne, up from USD 2,655.5 per tonne. A similar trend has been seen in the LME cash offer price, which went up by USD 51 per tonne or 1.92 per cent to USD 2,707 per tonne from USD 2,656 per tonne. Concurrently, both the 3-month bid and offer price gained by USD 45.5 per tonne or 1.71 per cent to USD 2,695 per tonne and USD 2,695.5 per tonne respectively. A shared drift has also been...
The recent proposal by Trump to the EU to impose a 100 per cent tariff on India and China, which was a part of an effort by the Russian president to end the war in Ukraine, is on the verge of conclusion. The EU has turned down Trump's suggestion to impose a 100 per cent tariff on India due to its ongoing imports of Russian oil. The European Union has not made any official announcements about possible tariffs on India and China yet. Olof Gill, EU spokesperson for trade, stated, "We do not disclose details of political meetings due to the need for confidentiality when it comes to sensitive exchanges on sanctions work. In a wider sense, we can recall that the EU has engaged with all relevant global partners, including India and China, in the context of its sanctions enforcement efforts. This...
On Wednesday, September 10, Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla highlighted the significant role of aluminium, in global manufacturing and green transition. Speaking at Alumex India 2025, an exclusive event for aluminium extrusion and its allied industries, Birla described aluminium as a versatile metal, vital for both industrial growth and sustainable development. “Alumex India 2025 has been organised to present India’s aluminium industry, MSMEs, and their innovations before the world,” he said, underpinning its use in sectors from consumer goods to aircraft and electric vehicles and noting its recyclability as a critical advantage for green transitions. Birla acknowledged that India is witnessing opportunities across industry, services, and technology, where aluminium has an important role to...
Henkel has unveiled a major rebrand of its personal care line Fa, introducing shower gels packaged in 100 per cent recycled plastic and deodorants made with 50 per cent recycled aluminium. The move is aimed at cutting the brand’s carbon footprint and supporting its wider sustainability goals. The relaunched portfolio includes Fa’s 250ml and 400ml shower gels, now presented in transparent bottles fully made from recycled plastic. Meanwhile, selected deodorant variants incorporate half recycled aluminium in their packaging. Alongside packaging changes, Fa emphasises that all shower gel formulas contain more than 93 per cent naturally derived ingredients, offering long-lasting freshness. The new design also integrates the brand’s signature water wave motif, reinforcing its association with...
An Austrian company, Lithoz, which specialises in ceramic 3D printing, is now focusing on the manufacturing of aluminium nitride (AlN) heat exchangers for hydrogen-electric propulsion systems for aircraft. This project forms a part of the TRIATHLON project that mainly aims to produce low-emission and less maintenance power trains to ensure a sustainable future and decarbonisation of aviation. Lithoz company was founded in 2011 and is headquartered in Vienna. Lithoz has been a core supplier of ceramic 3D printers and parts across aerospace, medical, and industrial growing markets. Image Source: Lithoz Ergon Research manufactured a heat exchanger using a thermodynamically driven control system, while Lithoz produced it with the CeraFab 3D printers. It uses mostly printers using ceramic 3D...
The Indian rupee hit a new all-time low against the US dollar on Thursday, highlighting the growing strain from US tariffs on Asia's third-largest economy. The currency ended the day at 88.4425 per dollar, which is a drop of 0.39 per cent from the previous close of 88.1000, slipping past its earlier record low of 88.36 set last Friday. The US tariffs on Indian goods, which took effect last month, are shaking investor confidence and making the rupee one of the most at-risk currencies in Asia. So far this year, foreign investors have withdrawn a staggering net total of USD 11.7 billion from India's equity and debt markets. Washington's high tariffs are putting a damper on India's growth and trade outlook, creating additional pressure on the rupee. Prime Minister Narendra Modi has rolled out...
Emirates Global Aluminium (EGA), the UAE’s largest industrial company outside oil and gas, has signed an agreement with the Department of Government Enablement to recruit more than 200 UAE nationals in the newly launched EGA Academy industrial training programmes. The signing took place at the academy’s Al Taweelah campus, witnessed by His Excellency Ibrahim Nasser, Undersecretary of the Department of Government Enablement, and Abdulnasser Bin Kalban, Chief Executive Officer of EGA. Under the agreement, Emiratis registered with the department and holding high school certificates will join EGA Academy’s industrial programmes over the next five years. This initiative is aligned with the UAE’s Operation 300 billion strategy to develop skilled workforce within the aluminium sector and boost...
Sampat Aluminium, an aluminium products producer from Gujarat, is opening its first initial public offering (IPO) for subscription from 17 September 2025, with the issue closing on 19 September 2025. The company aims to raise about INR 305 million (USD 3.67 million) from a fresh issue of 25.44 lakh shares at a price range of INR 114–INR 120 (USD 1.37–1.45) per share. IPO structure and utilisation of funds The public offer is structured as a Book Built Issue with a retail quota of 35 per cent, Qualified Institutional Buyers (QIB) at 50 per cent, and High Net-worth Individuals (HNI) at 15 per cent. The issue will be finalised on 22 September 2025, with the shares expected to list on the BSE SME platform on 24 September 2025. Sampat Aluminium will use INR 233.2 million (USD 2.81 million) of...
Forget bowls, spoons, or waiting by the microwave, Romania-based read-to-eat meal company Dozz is flipping the script with chilled, ready-to-eat soup in recyclable aluminium cans. Believed to be the first of its kind, the format delivers a chilled shelf life of 4–8 months, depending on the recipe, offering flexibility for both retailers and out-of-home outlets. Already gaining traction with several major European retailers, the product is positioned to meet growing consumer demand for convenience, waste reduction, and sustainable packaging solutions. Dozz will officially unveil the product at the Lunch! show in London on 24–25 September 2025. Visitors can discover the can in person at stand L222 in the Innovation Gallery. Ten flavours, spanning both meat-based and plant-based options, are...
The global aluminium market is currently facing a tricky landscape filled with price fluctuations, changing trade patterns and an increasing focus on sustainability. From the rising scrap prices in China to India's growing influence in imports, along with policy changes in Europe and the energy hurdles in Australia, these regional factors are significantly impacting supply chains, costs and investment strategies throughout the aluminium industry. Weekly Recap: Recycled AL & Sustainability by AL Circle Pvt Ltd Aluminium scrap price on the rise, but what's fueling it? Aluminium scrap prices have recently gone up due to tight supply, and a direct reflection could be seen in the regional differences. In key areas like Shanghai, Jiangsu, Shandong and Henan, prices are going up by RMB 50 to 100...
Toyota Tsusho Corporation, a trading company, has stepped up its electric vehicle (EV) materials strategy. It has invested USD 46.65 million in Ta Chen Stainless Pipe Co., Ltd. (TCSP) through its US subsidiary TCI, which operates TCI Texarkana (TKA) in Arkansas. The deal, made through a third-party allotment, gives Toyota Tsusho a 2 per cent stake and secures a foothold in one of Asia’s largest stainless steel and aluminium suppliers. Strengthening aluminium for EVs The move is designed to stabilise aluminium supply in North America, where demand for the lightweight metal continues to exceed supply. Aluminium is essential for EV lightweighting, especially in battery cases and covers. Toyota Tsusho already manufactures these through FUJIHATSU & TOYOTSU Battery Components (FTBC) in North...
This week the upstream sector of the aluminium industry, comprising alumina, bauxite and primary aluminium has seen limited but strong incidental happenings that can change the dynamics of the aluminium industry in the coming days. To begin with, following EGA’s footstep Arrow Minerals has also temporarily suspended operations at its Niagara bauxite project in Guinea amid an ongoing dispute over the validity of its mining permits. What will happen next is something to keep an eye for. On the other hand, Canyon Resources expects strong profitability from Minim-Martap owing to both low production costs and also because global demand for aluminium is rising especially due to the EV and aerospace sector. With this, Canyon is making the case that there will be sustained, possibly expanding...
Novelis Inc. has named Greg Schlicht as its new Executive Vice President and President for Novelis North America. The appointment, effective immediately, puts Schlicht in charge of the company’s full range of operations across the US and Canada, including its network of rolling mills and recycling facilities. Image source: Novelis/PR Newswire Schlicht is no stranger to the organisation, having spent 16 years in leadership roles across several divisions. Most recently, he served as Chief Commercial Officer and Vice President of Commercial for Novelis North America, where he oversaw regional sales. Earlier, he spent four years managing the company’s global beverage packaging accounts, a cornerstone of Novelis’ business. His career within the company has also spanned strategy,...
India’s automobile sector is on alert as supplies of rare earth magnets from China remain suspended, two weeks after Beijing promised to ease export restrictions. Despite high-level talks between the two countries, automakers and component suppliers say little has changed on the ground, and concerns are mounting that production could be disrupted during the upcoming festive season, when demand typically spikes. Why Beijing tightened the screws? The trouble dates back to April 2025, when China’s Ministry of Commerce issued Announcement No. 18. The directive imposed new licensing rules and export controls on seven key rare earth elements, including dysprosium, terbium, and samarium. These materials are indispensable for electric vehicle motors, wind turbines, defence hardware, aerospace...
