Europe’s recycled aluminium industry is an important component of the global secondary aluminium supply chain, with Germany, Italy and the United Kingdom (UK) representing key national markets. Production across the European region stood at nearly 6 million tonnes in 2023, supported by established scrap recovery systems, industrial recycling capacity and demand for recycled metal. Russia also contributes to the regional landscape through secondary aluminium production units concentrated in several industrial centres. According to AL Circle’s analysis in its report, “ World Recycled ALuminium Market Analysis Industry Forecast ”, the four countries present different market structures, from Germany’s substantial recycling capacity and Italy’s scrap-based production to the UK’s organised...
Alumil India, the fully-owned Indian subsidiary of Alumil Group, has successfully delivered advanced fenestration solutions for NICMAR University in Pune, transforming a precast campus vision into a functional, durable and future facing learning environment. The project required approximately three hundred windows within a tight timeline which was successfully delivered by Alumil India. The project deployed Alumil’s top-hung window systems combined with sleek mullions and glazing. “NICMAR University presented an opportunity to demonstrate how fenestration can become an integral part of both a building’s architecture and its performance. The project required us to respond to large openings, intensive daily usage, acoustic and weather considerations, safety, and the specific challenges of...
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Australia-based East Coast Canning + Printing is set to launch its latest game-changing creation, the ‘BulletProof’, hailed as the world’s most durable digitally printed can. This outcome results from three years of relentless innovation and precision testing. This proprietary breakthrough redefines what digital Printing can achieve. Packed in sustainable and recyclable aluminium cans, this game-changing innovation is designed to withstand the toughest conditions without compromising visual brilliance, BulletProof offers unmatched durability, expanded creative freedom for brand designers, and rock-solid integrity for labels and logos - sip after sip. “Digitally printed aluminium cans present an incredible opportunity for sustainable packaging across almost every beverage category, from...
Due to a sweeping debt restructuring at Ardagh Group, billionaire Paul Coulson, who has worked at the global packaging giant for over 35 years, will have to relinquish his control over the company. Creditors will take over the charge by paying Coulson USD 250 million in return as part of the proposed deal. Image source: logonoid.com With the USD 250 million, Coulson is asked to exit his powers over the Group's glass operations and stakes in AMP. It has surfaced that the firm is undertaking debt restructuring due to heavy debt worth USD 12.5 billion, where bonds will refinance roughly USD 2.5 billion by August 2026, besides undertaking recapitalisation efforts. Currently, AMP's 76 per cent is owned by the Ardagh Group, which reportedly had greater financial performance in the recent...
Impact Minerals has unveiled the latest progress report of its transformative pre-feasibility study (PFS) for its Lake Hope High Purity Alumina (HPA) project in Western Australia, positioning itself as a potential global cost leader in the burgeoning battery and tech-grade alumina sector. Managing Director Dr Mike Jones detailed the findings and outlined a bold strategy for vertical integration, downstream processing, and by-product monetisation that could significantly amplify project economics through a recently released media release by the company. Image for representational purposes only The PFS, conducted on the Lake Hope project located approximately 500 kilometres east of Perth, has revealed a compelling investment case. At the core of the results lies a net present value (NPV) of...
It has been reported that over 80,000 used PET bottles and aluminium cans have been gathered through the initiative of Coca-Cola Europacific Partners (CCEP) and the Samoa and Tokelau Association of Recyclers (S.T.A.R.)’s initiative, launched this month. It is a pilot project in Central Apia for about three months, where it encourages the consumers to return all the used beverage cans and bottles, for which they would be getting a return of 5 sene. It is assumed by the S.T.A.R. and CCEP that it would help to recycle the scrap from the Tafaigata Landfill. While S.T.A.R. is assigned the task of collecting the used cans, the CCEP mainly focuses on exporting the collected cans for recycling purposes. Image source: Pooraka Bottle & Can The main motivation behind this initiative is to spread...
In the first quarter of 2025, Farther Finance Advisors LLC increased their holdings in Ball Corporation by 51.3 per cent, owning 1,474 post-purchase shares after purchasing an additional 500 shares in the same timeframe. As per the recent filing with the US Securities and Exchange (SEC), the organisation holds shares worth USD 77,000 in Ball Corporation. Based on reports shared by multiple research analysts, Truist Financial, back in April 2022, cut their target price of Ball's shares from USD 65 to USD 58, setting a "buy" rating. On the same note, on April 7, UBS Group lowered its target share price from USD 55 to USD 54, marking it as a "neutral" rating. Additionally, on April 15, Mizuho lowered its share price target from USD 63 to USD 58, setting it as an "outperform" rating. On the...
Over the past few years, Russia has ramped up its aluminium exports to China and other Asian economies. According to the latest trade data by the Chinese Statistical Service, China imported USD 612.1 million worth of Russian aluminium in April 2025 alone, which accounts for close to double the figure recorded in April 2024. This surge has pushed Russia’s share into Chinese aluminium imports to 39.5 per cent, up significantly from 22.7 per cent a year earlier. Between January and April 2025, China purchased a total of USD 2.05 billion worth of aluminium from Russia, marking a 1.5× increase compared to the same period in 2024. Image for representational purposes only This spike is not just in monetary terms but also in physical volumes. In April 2025, China’s imports of primary aluminium...
With a view to reducing the gap between industrial practice and academics, Visvesvaraya National Institute of Technology (VNIT) and the Jawaharlal Nehru Aluminium Research Development and Design Centre (JNARDDC) successfully hosted a two-day aluminium metallurgy workshop at VNIT and JNARDC campuses. The workshop was held on June 21-22 and witnessed the presence of industry professionals, researchers, and academia, reflecting an endeavour of collective unity in improving India's manufacturing capability. The workshop, 'Aluminium – Metallurgy and Advanced Techniques in Casting and Heat Treatment (AL-MATCH)', was a fusion of experience and in-depth scientific know-how. Over 75 delegates from manufacturers, foundries, and extrusion houses gathered at the two campuses in Nagpur. Though similar...
Kirsten Hillman, Canada's ambassador to the United States, expressed confidence that the two countries could successfully reach a trade agreement within the 30-day deadline set during last week's G7 summit in Kananaskis, Alberta. This was announced right after a disappointing outcome at the G7 summit, where Canada had signalled to take stricter action against the US. Hillman stated it is "too soon to tell" whether all US tariffs on Canadian goods will be lifted and declined to clarify whether the federal government would accept the continuation of any tariffs. She emphasised that Canada is advocating for "open trade and stability" to support Canadian workers and businesses. "We can't do anything to force the US side to come to a deal, but we do think we have a good path forward if we're...
While bauxite imports to the United States show a steady course, alumina tells a different story. In the first quarter of 2025, US alumina imports reached 439,000 tonnes, marking a significant uptick both year-on-year and quarter-on-quarter. The data revealed a 24.7 per cent rise from the previous quarter (352,000 tonnes) and an even sharper 53.5 per cent leap compared to Q1 2024 (286,000 tonnes), signaling a marked shift in sourcing dynamics. The upward trajectory, which began in Q2 2024 with 325,000 tonnes, gained momentum through Q3 (378,000 tonnes), momentarily slowed in Q4 (352,000 tonnes), and rebounded strongly in Q1 2025. This pattern, when juxtaposed with falling domestic production, paints a clear picture: the US is becoming increasingly dependent on imported alumina. Brazil and...
Central Coalfields Ltd (CCL), a subsidiary of Coal India, is set to bring two new coal mines into production during the ongoing financial year, which is expected to boost its capacity by 10-12 million tonnes annually, according to a top official. Image credit: clarke-energy.com This expansion effort aligns with CCL’s production targets of surpassing 110 million tonnes this fiscal and reaching 150 million tonnes by 2030. “We have planned to open two new mines this year,” said Nilendu Kumar Singh, Chairman and Managing Director (CMD) of CCL, speaking to reporters. Production at the Kotre Basantpur block, a coking coal mine with a peak rated capacity of 5 million tonnes, is scheduled to commence by October 2025. Meanwhile, the Chandragupta open-cast project, a non-coking coal mine with a...
In the wake of the Trump administration's tariff hike to 50 per cent on aluminium excluding the scrap, alongside the UK coming into a discussion for relief, a rising concern has levitated in Europe. A silent "scrap battle" arises from Europe, which is deemed to have lost a vast amount of aluminium scrap and is said to be going into the US domains. The demand surge for European aluminium scrap after the doubling of the US tariff on primary aluminium is creating a threat to the in-house recycling facilities. This has been a concern since European aluminium scrap is referred to as "strategic raw material" enriched with energy and value. Hence, an excessive outflow of scrap can affect the continent's sustainability goals. Other threats include climate goals, energy security, and the...
When President Trump invoked Section 232 ‘national security’ tariffs on imported auto parts (effective May 3, 2025), it was a uniform 25 per cent duty on key systems from transmissions to lithium-ion batteries. Panic spread far and wide! And then, to temper the immediate cost shock for US automakers, the Department of Commerce rolled out an ‘Offset Credit’ mechanism. But, answers to what exactly the mechanism is, how to leverage it, and how beneficial the mechanism can be for US automakers and global businesses are found scattered across the board. Image for referential purposes only In 2024, the United States of America solidified its position as the world’s leading market for automotive products, importing a record USD 474.3 billion worth of vehicles, engines and parts while exporting...
Dismissing recent reports suggesting otherwise, Waaree Energies CEO and whole-time director Amit Paithankar has reaffirmed that the company’s integrated solar manufacturing facility in Odisha is progressing as planned, with no change in location. This statement comes in the wake of a regulatory filing on June 19, which indicated that Waaree’s board had approved a change in the location of its originally proposed project—initially slated for Dhenkanal, Odisha. The filing also noted that the company had begun exploring alternative sites with abundant renewable energy resources, listing Gujarat and Tamil Nadu as potential options. This development sparked speculation that Waaree was exiting Odisha . Further fueling doubts, the company’s revised manufacturing roadmap made no mention of...
In a setback to Odisha's industrial aspirations, Waaree Energies, India's largest solar module manufacturer, has decided to shelve its plans for an integrated solar manufacturing facility in the state. The ambitious project, initially slated for Dhenkanal district, was to encompass the full solar value chain, including the production of ingots, wafers, cells, and modules under one roof. Image source: Waaree Energies In a regulatory filing on Thursday, June 19, Waaree stated that its original project location, outlined in the prospectus dated October 23, 2024, would be changed as approved by the board. Now, it is awaiting the approval of shareholders. "The company is experiencing delays in the execution of the project at the location specified in the Prospectus," said Waaree in a...
Daniyar Amangeldiev, First Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers of Kyrgyzstan, met with Irina Kazovskaya, Chairwoman of the Russian Aluminium Association, to explore avenues for cooperation during the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum, according to Trend, citing the Kyrgyz Cabinet. Image credit: eaeunion.org The meeting also included top officials from RUSAL, one of the world’s largest aluminium producers. Discussions centred on innovative aluminium projects currently underway in Russia and abroad. These initiatives involve cutting-edge aluminium applications used extensively in infrastructure development, including bridges, roads and metal structures. Alongside the presentation of these projects, both sides exchanged views on the broader prospects for the aluminium...
Sonoco Products Company, a global leader in sustainable, value-added packaging, including steel and aluminium, has announced the appointment of Paul Joachimczyk as Chief Financial Officer, effective June 30, 2025. Joachimczyk brings extensive financial leadership experience, having most recently served as Senior Vice President, Chief Financial Officer, and Corporate Secretary at American Woodmark Corporation, one of the largest cabinet manufacturers in the United States. Before that, he held the role of Vice President of Finance at TopBuild Corp., a construction services and distribution company headquartered in Daytona Beach, Florida. His earlier career includes finance leadership roles at Stanley Black & Decker, as well as General Electric’s Healthcare and Capital Markets divisions. “We...
The Indian government has taken a bold step by implementing five-year anti-dumping duties on aluminium foil from Russia, China and Taiwan. The duties are imposed under the finding of unfair trade practices that are poised to hurt the domestic industries, following the Indian aluminium extrusion industry’s demand to implement safeguard measures to protect the underutilised domestic units from potential overdumping by Free Trade Agreement countries. With the anti-dumping duties for the next five years, where is the Indian aluminium foil industry heading? Image source: iasgyan.in Back in March 2024, India launched a probe into aluminium foil imports from China to safeguard the interest of the domestic industries. This was initiated in response to the complaint filed by key domestic players...
Following a disappointing outcome at the G7 summit, Canada has signaled to adopt a tougher stance against the United States, as a renewed trade standoff threatens to unravel years of economic integration under the USMCA. Initially, the G7 platform had reignited a hope for the cooperative spirit that led to the 2020 USMCA trade pact, often dubbed “NAFTA 2.0”, but eventually concluded without any resolution on escalating tariff tensions. As a result, Canada is preparing to implement further retaliatory measures against the US, responding to Washington’s planned 50 per cent tariff hike on Canadian goods scheduled to take effect on July 9, 2025. At the heart of the dispute lies the inability of Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney and US President Donald Trump to reconcile differences on...
