COROS has introduced the DURA 2 SOLAR, a second-generation GPS cycling computer featuring an anodised aluminium alloy frame and a braided carbon fibre back. The new model combines aluminium construction with a larger touchscreen, updated navigation functions and extended battery life. The device features an aluminium upper frame with a profile measuring just 5.7 mm at its thinnest point. Its construction combines the metal with carbon fibre to keep the overall weight at 99 grams without a mount, increasing to 138 grams with a compatible mount. The use of aluminium is part of a broader redesign that gives the cycling computer a slimmer profile. COROS has also expanded the screen size from 2.7 inches in the original DURA to 3.5 inches in the new model, improving the available display area...
Silgan Holdings and funds affiliated with American Industrial Partners (AIP) are set to acquire Trivium Packaging in an all-cash deal valued at approximately $3.4 billion. The transaction will combine Trivium’s aluminum and metal packaging operations with Silgan’s Metal Containers’ aluminum and steel segment and food and beverage flat cap closures businesses, creating Silgan Metal Containers and Closures (MCC), a global aluminum packaging business valued at $7.3 billion. Silgan will hold a 60% stake in the new entity, while AIP will own the remaining 40%. Operations will be concentrated primarily in North America and Europe. To learn the future of aluminum in the packaging industry, explore our report " ALuminium in Packaging: Consumer Trends and Market Dynamics " Deal structure and...
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Continuing their momentum from the 2024 collaboration, global packaging solution manufacturing firm CANPACK Group and Polish-based brewing firm Grupa Żywiec, part of the Heineken Group, have now made another imprint in the fabric of Polish festival culture with an actual, collectible representation for fans. Specifically for the 2025 Polish musical festival, Męskie Granie, eight beautiful can designs embodying the thrill of the tour through the cities of Warsaw, Kraków, Gdańsk, and Żywiec have been launched. This year's designs, made possible by CANPACK's Quadromix printing, allow for four variations of each design – all in one run, maximising efficiency and enhancing creativity. The designs capture both the energy of life in Polish cities and imagery under the lens of visual artist...
The Trump administration’s aluminium tariffs starting at 25 per cent in March 2025 and doubling to 50 per cent by June have reshaped global aluminium trade, rattling supply chains and upending industry dynamics. Major players like Alcoa, Rio Tinto, Rusal, Chalco, and Hindalco Industries have absorbed staggering costs. Alcoa alone reported USD 115 million in tariff-related expenses in Q2 2025, while Rio Tinto faced losses exceeding USD 300 million in just six months, heavily impacted by Canadian exports destined for the US market. These tariffs have not only squeezed profit margins but also forced large firms to rethink their strategies. Many have rerouted shipments to Europe and Asia, invested in tariff-resilient segments such as aluminium for electric vehicle (EV) batteries, and deferred...
No one in the global tech supply chain has a clear read on where US tariffs will finally land, but one truth is already cementing, that the deepest fault line will be between Washington and Beijing. The biggest casualties? Companies welded to China’s tightly integrated technology manufacturing ecosystem, with the US as their top shelf for sales. Image source: https://www.openpr.com/ Smartphones and PCs are in the blast zone Apple’s vast production web still runs heavily through China, making it one of the most exposed names in the game. PCs aren’t far behind. The triad of Dell, HP and Lenovo earns an estimated 15-20 per cent of operating profit from US sales, and with laptops more dependent on China than desktops, the risk premium is real. Higher costs will roll downhill to consumers, who...
Australia stands as a major global player in aluminium production. As per AL Circle's report, Australia continues to be the second major producer and the biggest exporting country of alumina in the world. The country is estimated to have produced around 18.25 million tonnes in 2023-24, a decrease from 18.97 million tonnes in 2022-23. According to various sources and AL Circle's forecast , Australia's alumina production for 2024-25 & 2025-26 is to attain 16.39 million tonnes (approx.) & 16.28 million tonnes (approx.), respectively. The forecast is that there will be a dip due to the production curtailment at the Kwinana refinery. As per EnergyQuest, the alumina and aluminium sectors generate more than $13 billion in export earnings each year, underpinning a total industry value that...
Regardless of the industry, an efficient and advanced logistics network is essential for seamless transportation. Recognising this, Vedanta Aluminium, India's largest aluminium producer, has developed a sophisticated logistics infrastructure that facilitated the movement of over 55 million tonnes of cargo in the financial year 2025. With operations focused primarily in Odisha, Chhattisgarh and Andhra Pradesh, the company's logistics network exemplifies significant scale, operational accuracy and a strong emphasis on sustainability. Vedanta Aluminium is driving one of the country's most advanced and high-capacity logistics networks, having transported over 55 million tonnes of raw materials and finished aluminium products in FY2025. To put this in perspective, Indian Railways handled...
In 2024, Constellium, a global leader in aluminium product development, manufacturing and recycling of aluminium products, joined hands with PyroGenesis, a world leader in advanced plasma process technologies, to procure state-of-the-art plasma torch technology designed to serve as efficient heating sources for aluminium remelting furnaces. As of August 11, 2025, the companies have successfully finalised the acquisition of the technology. Following the purchase, the advanced plasma torch technology will be incorporated into a demonstrator furnace at a Constellium-owned casthouse, further to explore opportunities for sustainable high-temperature industrial heating solutions. Concerning this exchange, P. Peter Pascali, President and CEO of PyroGenesis, stated, "Streamlining energy use by...
The global aluminium foil consumption rose from 5.5 million tonnes in 2018 and is estimated to cross six million tonnes in 2025. As per competitive analysis market research, the world's second-largest economy by nominal GDP, China, continues to dominate the aluminium foil landscape as the world’s leading producer, consumer, and exporter. In 2024, China produced an estimated four million tonnes of aluminium foil, exporting more than 1.5 million tonnes to various international markets. Source: Huawei Aluminum In the coming years, according to various consumer trends reports , China’s aluminium foil consumption may be influenced by the ongoing slowdown in economic growth. Nevertheless, rising demand from the electric vehicle (EV) sector, particularly for use in lithium-ion battery...
Aluminium has gone from being just another metal in cars to a key player shaping the auto industry’s future. Its light weight, strength, resistance to rust, and ability to be recycled without losing its quality makes it vital for improving fuel efficiency, boosting EV range, and reducing emissions over a vehicle’s lifetime. Image for representational purpose Al Circle values the automotive aluminium market at USD 97.86 billion in 2024 and projects it will almost double to USD 205.24 billion by 2032, growing at a CAGR of 9.7 per cent between 2025 and 2032. The sector’s growth is fuelled by increasing adoption of lightweight, high-performance, and sustainable materials across the automotive industry. According to other sources, the market maintained a clear upward trajectory between 2020...
Summer's soaring temperatures can turn your hummingbird feeder into a spoiled trap, but a simple trick with aluminium foil might just keep that nectar fresh and safe. Summer's soaring temperatures can turn a hummingbird feeder into a spoiled trap, but a simple trick with aluminium foil might just keep that nectar fresh and safe. Known for its reflective efficiency, aluminium foil can help shield feeders from heat and sunlight, making it a practical and inexpensive safeguard during the hottest months. With ambient temperatures exceeding 90°F, the sucrose-based nectar in hummingbird feeders is prone to rapid spoilage, leading to fermentation or the development of harmful bacteria and mould that pose significant risks to avian health. Applying an aluminium foil wrap around the feeder serves...
Driven by the pursuit of greater sustainability, the global recycled aluminium industry continues to witness near-daily advancements in innovation. This momentum has now extended to the aluminium wire rod sector, with Kingdom of Bahrain-based Midal Cables, a leading manufacturer and distributor of a wide range of cables, announcing the launch of its new line of recycled aluminium rod products, branded as MiRecAL. The newly launched MiRecAL product line is available in two key variants, incorporating 15 per cent and 30 per cent recycled aluminium content. It is estimated that these recycled aluminium wire rods can reduce greenhouse gas emissions by approximately 29 per cent compared to conventional aluminium wire rod manufacturing processes, underscoring their strong sustainability efforts...
London Metal Exchange (LME) aluminium prices softened on August 8 from the previous session, while stocks posted a marginal rise. The LME aluminium cash bid price fell to USD 2,608.50 per tonne on August 8, down 0.31 per tonne from USD 2,616.50 per tonne, and the cash offer slipped to USD 2,609 per tonne, down 0.31 per cent from USD 2,617 per tonne. The 3-month bid of LME aluminium declined to USD 2,610 per tonne down 0.27 per cent from USD 2,617 per tonne while the 3-month cash price eased to USD 2,610.50 per tonne down 0.32 per cent from USD 2,619 per tonne. Forward contracts also weakened, with the December 2026 bid price down to USD 2,658 per tonne a drop of 0.45 per cent from USD 2,670 per tonne and the offer at USD 2,663 per tonne down 0.45 per cent from USD 2,675 per tonne. The...
Aluminium has become a material of choice in the world of mechanical and custom keyboards, valued for its strength, durability, and premium feel. Its rigid structure reduces flex during typing, improving accuracy and stability, while its resistance to scratches, dents, and corrosion ensures a longer product lifespan. Image for representational purpose Each keyboard case typically uses between 700 grams and just under 1 kilogram of aluminium, depending on the layout and any added metal weights. The metal’s ability to dissipate heat also supports long-term performance, and its polished or anodised finishes add to the visual appeal. Enthusiasts often appreciate aluminium’s influence on acoustics, as its stiffness can produce a clean, resonant typing sound. Tapping into these advantages,...
Century Aluminum Company, a global primary aluminium producer, has announced plans to resume over 50,000 tonnes of idled production at its smelter in Mt. Holly, South Carolina. The investment of approximately USD 50 million is expected to create more than 100 jobs. The facility will be operating at 100 per cent capacity by June 30, 2026, producing aluminium at full capacity for the first time in over a decade. This represents nearly a 10 per cent net increase in total US aluminium production. Currently, it is operating at 75 per cent. The move follows the recent reinforcement of U.S. Section 232 tariffs, now 50 per cent on certain aluminium imports, which Century credits for enabling this strategic push. As CEO Jesse Gary stated, “Today’s announcement was made possible by President...
The 50 per cent tariffs imposed by the US on Canadian aluminium since June 4, 2025, have sharply increased costs for Canadian producers, who supply about half of the aluminium used in the US. The higher duties have driven price inflation across supply chains, caused supply disruptions, and put roughly 8,700 direct Canadian aluminium production jobs at risk. At the Port of Oswego, importers are using its Foreign Trade Zone (FTZ) designation to partially offset the blow. Granted in 2023, the FTZ status allows companies to delay or reduce tariff payments under certain conditions, offering temporary relief amid volatile trade conditions. Port Authority Interim Director Tom Schneider said companies stockpiled material ahead of the tariffs, first after election day and again when the Trump...
Baldwin County, Alabama, has taken a bold step toward a cleaner, greener future with the opening of the state’s first Centre for Hard-to-Recycle Materials (CHaRM) in Fairhope. Operated by the Solid Waste Disposal Authority (SWDA), this staffed, one-stop facility makes it easier than ever for residents to responsibly dispose of items that can’t go in curbside bins while shining a spotlight on the environmental power of aluminium recycling. Aluminium, one of the world’s most recyclable materials, can be reused indefinitely without losing quality. Recycling it uses 95 per cent less energy than producing new aluminium from raw ore and significantly reduces greenhouse gas emissions. By collecting aluminium cans at the CHaRM, Baldwin County is helping keep valuable resources in circulation,...
Independent Bermuda-based bulk carrier firm Himalaya Shipping Ltd. (“Himalaya,” “Himalaya Shipping,” or the “Company”) has released strong preliminary unaudited results for the three and six months ended June 30, 2025, all while operating in a freight market that continues to experience the fallout from global tensions in metals trading. In Q2, the company had a net income of USD 1.1 million and EBITDA of USD 20.9 million and average daily time charter equivalent (TCE) earnings (gross) of about USD 28,400 per day, which was well above the Baltic Capesize Index (BCI) average of USD 18,681 per day for the quarter. Distributions were paid in cash of USD 0.025, USD 0.03, and USD 0.05 per share in April, May, and June, respectively. The quarter also saw a leadership transition, with...
Century Aluminum Co. (NASDAQ: CENX) reported a Q2 2025 net loss of USD 4.6 million (USD 0.05 per share), reversing a USD 29.7 million profit in Q1 and down from USD 20.2 million in Q2 2024. The swing was driven by USD 35 million in one-off costs, including derivative losses, an Iceland inventory adjustment, operational inefficiencies, and a transformer failure. Shipments were 175,741 tonnes, up 4.2per cent Q-o-Q and 4.7per cent Y-o-Y, reflecting stable production in US and Icelandic operations. Net sales stood at USD 628.1 million, down 0.9per cent Q-o-Q but up 12per cent Y-o-Y, supported by higher aluminium prices and US Midwest premiums despite lower alumina sales. Adjusted net income was USD 30.4 million (USD 0.30 per share), down 17per cent Q-o-Q but sharply higher than USD 6.8...
Lizhong Sitong Light Alloys Group, a leading Chinese producer of aluminium alloy materials and wheels, has secured two significant overseas contracts worth more than CNY 1.6 billion (USD 228 million) from prominent international automotive manufacturers. Investor optimism over the company’s growth prospects was evident in the market, with Lizhong’s shares [SHE: 300428] closing 0.7 per cent higher at CNY 18.63 (USD 2.59) in Shenzhen today. Both contracts are expected to provide a notable boost to Lizhong’s operating performance in the coming years. In 2024, the company produced 21.4 million aluminium alloy wheels, generating CNY 9.2 billion in revenue from this segment alone, about 34 per cent of total earnings, according to its latest annual report. The company announced that its Thai...
