Vietnam-based custom motorcycle studio Bandit9 has unveiled the Bandit9 (RED) 800, a limited-edition Ducati-based motorcycle that combines sculptural aluminium bodywork with a charitable commitment to healthcare programmes. Its defining feature is a hand-painted finish that fades from deep Racing Red at the front into exposed, hand-brushed aluminium towards the rear, making the metal itself a central part of the design. Limited to just nine units worldwide, the motorcycle is priced at USD 49,900, with Bandit9 pledging a fixed USD 14,000 from each bike to (RED), the organisation that raises funds to fight AIDS and other preventable diseases. If all nine examples are sold, the commitment would total USD 126,000. Red paint gives way to sculpted aluminium The Bandit9 (RED) 800 builds on the...
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...
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A significant collaboration has been established in the Indian aluminium downstream sector. Arfin India Limited, a prominent manufacturer of high-quality aluminium products, including wire and wire rods , has secured a domestic order from JFE Shoji India Private Limited. The order entails the supply of 900 tonnes of aluminium deoxidiser (deox) products for August 2025, marking a key development in product innovation and supply chain alignment within the industry. Domestic supply of aluminium deox Arfin India Limited has secured the order at a total value of INR 25.98 crore (USD 3.12 million), with the aluminium deox products scheduled for delivery to various steel mills across western India. As per the company's exchange filing dated August 4, 2025, the order was facilitated through its...
The protectionist tariff strategy once touted by US President Donald Trump to revitalise domestic aluminium and steel production appears to be yielding the opposite effect - at least in early 2025. Industry indicators point to a clear downturn, with aluminium demand and production trending downward during the first quarter of the year. Image credit: Aluminum Association PMI signals early warning The first signs of contraction came from industrial sentiment. Both the US and Canadian Purchasing Managers’ Indexes (PMI) dipped below the critical 50-point threshold in March 2025, registering at 49 and 46.3, respectively, indicating a shrinking manufacturing sector. Historically, a PMI below 50 signals a downturn in production and purchasing activity, which typically correlates with weakening...
The increasing environmental concerns are emerging in diverse sectors with the rising shift to low-carbon use. Similar action is seen within the global aluminium industry, where Capral, a leading provider of aluminium products and solutions across Australia, is on the road to launch new lower-carbon aluminium options. New innovation Capral is set to launch a new lower-carbon aluminium sheet offering this month, featuring an embodied carbon footprint of approximately six tonnes of CO₂ per tonne of aluminium. The sheets will be made available in standard two-and three-millimetre thicknesses, providing the market with an accessible, sustainable alternative for a wide range of applications. The enhanced LocAl® range will expand the range of sustainable supply chain solutions available to the...
On August 4, DI Dongil announced its merger with Dongil Aluminium to ensure that its efficiency increases for its overall production of aluminium foil for its batteries. This merger is expected to increase the efficiency of the working mechanism management. This would also ensure that it would reduce the uncertainties arising from various duplicate listings of the subsidiaries. A DI official stated, "Through this merger, we plan to strengthen our long-term growth foundation centred on advanced materials," adding that "the establishment of the new plant in Cheongju is expected to play a pivotal role in improving the company's performance as well as in the group's strategic transition." Dongil Aluminium is constructing a new plant entirely dedicated to the production of batteries on a site...
Gujarat based aluminium extrusion products manufacturer ANB Metal Cast is set to launch its initial public offering (IPO) on August 8, marking the ninth SME IPO this week. The IPO will open in the price range of INR 148–INR 156 per share and close on August 12, while the anchor book for institutional investors opens on August 7. Shares will be listed on NSE Emerge from August 18, with the IPO allotment date set for August 13. The company aims to raise INR 49.92 crore through a fresh issue of 32 lakh equity shares at the upper price band. Sun Capital Advisory Services is acting as the merchant banker for the issue. IPO funds to boost capacity and capabilities Proceeds from the IPO will primarily support the company’s manufacturing expansion, with INR 13.7 crore allocated to construct an...
The accelerating energy transition is creating significant growth opportunities, with industry leaders adopting forward-looking strategies for long-term impact. In line with this trend, Prysmian Group, recognised globally for its power and telecom cable expertise, is driving a new phase of progress through advanced cable solutions, strategic collaborations and sustainable manufacturing practices. These initiatives not only align with Europe's decarbonisation objectives but also position the company as a key enabler in the integration of renewable energy, AI-powered smart grids and electric vehicles (EVs). Investments in focus Prysmian's recent investments and strategic projects highlight its critical role in advancing Europe's energy infrastructure. In 2024, the company secured a EUR 450...
American multinational automaker Ford Motor Company is under increasing pressure from trade changes as it re-estimates the 2025 forecast. They announced tariffs will affect future profits by USD 3 billion, up by USD 0.5 billion from the previously announced USD 2.5 billion . The automaker's Station-B-related expenses were USD 800 million in the second quarter, leading Ford to post its first quarterly loss in nearly three years. Image for referential purposes only The adjusted EBIT for 2023 is now expected to fall between USD 6.5 billion and USD 7.5 billion (down from between USD 7 billion and USD 8.5 billion from its February guidance), and Ford management continues to monitor and take advantage of opportunities for improvements to the current EBIT range. Strategic missteps meet policy...
Despite ongoing border tensions and temporary checkpoint closures, trade between Thailand and Cambodia saw notable growth in early 2025, reflecting both resilience and underlying fragility in their cross-border economic ties. According to data released by Thailand’s Commerce Ministry on Monday, bilateral trade rose by 3.33 per cent year-on-year in the first half of 2025, reaching baht 95.147 billion, even as geopolitical tensions began to strain logistics and erode market confidence. The 2025 conflict between Thailand and Cambodia was triggered in late May when a Cambodian soldier was killed, reigniting a long-standing territorial dispute. The situation escalated sharply on July 24, when heavy fighting broke out. By July 27, clashes had spread to 12 border locations, resulting in...
On Monday, August 4, both LME aluminium cash bid price and LME aluminium official settlement price surged by USD 30.5 per tonne or 1.19 per cent and USD 30 per tonne or 1.17 per cent to halt at USD 2,574.5 per tonne and USD 2,575 per tonne. As per the London Metal Exchange (LME) price graph, both 3-month bid price and 3-month offer price ascended by USD 22 per tonne or 0.86 per cent and USD 23 per tonne or 0.90 per cent to peg at USD 2,568 per tonne and USD 2,570 per tonne. December 26 bid price and December 26 offer price gained USD 25 per tonne or 0.96 per cent to settle at USD 2,618 per tonne and USD 2,623 per tonne. Also Read: LME aluminium cash price drops to $2,544; live warrants rise to 449,300 tonnes LME aluminium 3-month Asian Reference Price on the other hand lost USD 13 per...
According to the data revealed by the Iranian Mines and Mining Industries Development and Renovation Organisation (IMIDRO), the alumina powder production in Iran stood at 74,425 tonnes for March 21 to July 22 2025. Compared to the first four months of the previous Iranian Calendar year (1403), the amount closed at 76,885 tonnes, reflecting a 3.1 per cent fall Y-o-Y. Energy crisis - the reason for Y-o-Y decrease? One of the main reasons for the Y-o-Y decrease can be attributed to the ongoing energy crisis. Widespread electricity shortages triggered power outages, urging industries to curtail or suspend operations, directly impacting alumina output during the period. Not only this, PT Indonesia Asahan Aluminium (Inalum) had previously encountered persistent power supply challenges,...
In a historic pivot that stresses the tectonic shifts in global electronics manufacturing, India has overtaken China as the top source of smartphones sold in the United States. According to Canalys, in the second quarter of 2025, India accounted for a staggering 44 per cent of US-bound smartphone shipments, surpassing China, whose share fell to just 25 per cent, down from over 60 per cent a year earlier. Vietnam, where Samsung Electronics Co. has concentrated much of its manufacturing muscle, ranked second. Image for representational purposes only The shift, while driven by the mobility strategies of Apple Inc. and its supply chain, carries far-reaching consequences for materials markets — aluminium foremost among them. The acceleration of Indian electronics exports is the downstream...
In a strategic pivot highlighting both innovation and geopolitical foresight, global integrated aluminium producing firm Alcoa of Australia Limited, part of Alcoa Corporation, has announced a Joint Development Agreement (JDA) with Japan Australia Gallium Associates Pty Ltd (JAGA) to explore gallium recovery at one of its alumina refineries in Western Australia. JAGA is a venture between Sojitz Corporation and the Japan Organisation for Metals and Energy Security (JOGMEC), both key players in Japan's mineral supply strategy. Image for referential purposes only Gallium is a by-product of the refining of bauxite, is essential in semiconductors and has various aspects of defence. For now, China controls around 80 per cent of the gallium supply worldwide. In 2023, it put in place restrictions...
Swisstek Aluminium has committed to supporting Sri Lanka in achieving its 2030 renewable energy targets by providing advanced solar mounting solutions. As the nation accelerates its transition to clean energy, Swisstek offers modular, prefabricated systems specifically designed to endure Sri Lanka's diverse climate, from coastal humidity to high-wind zones. Sri Lanka is making significant strides toward its 2030 renewable energy targets, to generate 70 per cent of its electricity from renewable sources. The country is gradually shifting away from fossil fuels by expanding its solar, wind, and hydropower generation capacity. Manufactured from high-grade, corrosion-resistant aluminium, Swisstek's mounting systems are ideal for both residential and commercial use. They are compatible with a...
According to PMMI’s 2024 State of the Industry US Packaging Machinery Report, packaging machinery manufacturers are actively innovating to support aluminium and other eco-friendly materials, aiming to capitalise on the growing demand for sustainable solutions. This shift comes as sustainability becomes a defining force in reshaping the packaging industry. While the US continues to have less stringent packaging regulations than the European Union, leading companies across North America are increasingly embracing aluminium-based sustainable packaging solutions. Recognised for its recyclability, light weight, and relatively low environmental footprint compared to plastic, aluminium is playing a pivotal role as brands and manufacturers respond to mounting regulatory pressure and evolving...
Alberta Investment Management Corporation, a Canadian Crown corporation and institutional investor owned by the Government of Alberta, has recently acquired a new stake in Century Aluminum Company. The strategic move follows the company's Q1 2025 earnings announcement and its latest 13F filing with the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). Century Aluminum is a globally active metals and mining company engaged in the production of bauxite, alumina and aluminium. Image source: centuryaluminum.com Alberta Investment Management Corporation has acquired approximately 265,000 shares of Century Aluminum Company, representing an investment valued at USD 4.92 million. As of the end of the most recent quarter, this position accounts for roughly 0.28 per cent of the firm's total outstanding...
The recent imposition of 25 per cent tariffs by the US on Indian exports has sparked concern among the Odia community in North America, with many professionals and entrepreneurs warning of significant economic repercussions. Members of the diaspora argue that the move is likely to increase inflation in the US, disrupt bilateral trade, and undermine India–US relations at a time when global partnerships are increasingly vital. Calling the decision “short-sighted,” Debashis Sahoo, associate professor of computer science, engineering, and paediatrics at the University of California, San Diego, likened it to a self-defeating act. “The tariffs remind me of Kalidasa's branch-cutting metaphor. Experts feel it will harm the US more than India,” he said. The tariffs, which raise the cost of...
Aluminium Industries (Ai), a Melbourne-based Australian manufacturer, has recorded an impressive 250 per cent surge in business growth after implementing the SYSPRO ERP system. SYSPRO Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software streamlines business and financial management with powerful, industry-focused solutions that automate core processes to drive efficiency and growth. Focused initially on aluminium supply, the Australian company expanded its footprint with the acquisition of Pivotech, a leading shower screen manufacturer. This growth highlighted the limitations of its existing finance software, QuickBooks, which lacked the capabilities to manage multiple business divisions effectively, prompting a strategic shift to SYSPRO for more robust, scalable operations. Aluminium Industries...
Universal Beteiligungs und Servicegesellschaft mbH, a Germany-based institutional investor, has bought a fresh stake in Kaiser Aluminum Corporation, a US-based manufacturer. This marks a new investment move in the world of speciality aluminium products. Image Source: Kaiser Aluminum According to official filings, the company acquired 26,355 shares of Kaiser Aluminum during the first quarter of 2025. This stake is valued at approximately USD 1.6 million, making them owners of about 0.16 per cent of the company. However, that is not all. Many other major players in the industry have been rethinking their investments in Kaiser Aluminum Corporation too. Here’s a look at the list of companies that are making significant investments in Kaiser, the US manufacturer. Wellington Management Group...
