European Aluminium and the European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association (ACEA) are calling on the European Parliament and the Council to make low-carbon aluminium eligible alongside steel under the proposed material-credit mechanism for vehicle CO2 standards. The joint industry statement focuses on the revision of Regulation (EU) 2019/631, under proposal 2025/0420 (COD). The two organisations want both materials covered by a single, technology-neutral mechanism with harmonised carbon-intensity thresholds and verification rules. They said the approach would give automakers greater flexibility in meeting regulatory requirements while supporting European markets for low-carbon materials. It would also allow vehicle engineers to continue selecting materials based on technical and economic...
Aluminium extrusion is quietly powering the global sustainability shift, ranging from solar mounting systems and renewable energy infrastructure to aerospace, electrification, industrial automation and next-generation mobility. Its combination of low weight, durability and recyclability makes aluminium sit at the core of this shift. Against this backdrop, India’s aluminium extrusion industry is gaining momentum, with Dhaatu Fabex emerging as one of the companies strengthening the country’s position in the global aluminium extrusion market. Dhaatu Fabex Pvt. Ltd is an Odisha-based producer of engineered aluminium extrusions and alloy billets, positioning itself in higher-value applications including renewable energy, automotive, aerospace, electrical systems and industrial automation....
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America is Toyota’s largest market for its Lexus brand, but this hasn’t stopped the company from deciding to close one of its two US production plants, according to Nikkei, the world’s largest financial newspaper. Currently, Lexus produces the ES mid-size sedan in Kentucky and the TX SUV in Indiana, but the company plans to consolidate production at a single location. Image Source: Joseph Rey Au According to Nikkei, though Lexus and Toyota have yet to officially confirm the move, the report suggests Toyota's decision is a response to the tariffs imposed by the Trump administration on US imports. The new strategy will see Lexus focus on producing its high-selling hybrid vehicles at its remaining American plant in Indiana, while shifting other luxury models to Japan. This change is not...
Worldwide Aluminium, an India-based supplier of aluminium products, has fallen to a new 52-week low, trading at INR 15.76 (USD 0.19) on 9 September 2025. The share has underperformed its sector by 3.21 per cent and has fallen 9.68 per cent over just two days. The decline matches weakness in global aluminium sentiment, with consistent negative investment valuations attributable to sluggish demand and oversupply pressures. Also read: Indian brands to slash prices: Almost all AL-inclusive goods are cheaper with 'GST 2.0' revised rates Persistent weakness despite positive quarters The company has reported positive results for three consecutive quarters, with net sales of INR 635.4 million (USD 7.62 million) and a modest profit after tax of INR 0.07 crore (USD 8,400) in the first nine months....
Germany-based TOMRA Recycling appoints Lars Enge as the new Executive Vice President (EVP), replacing Katrin Fricke. Lars joined TOMRA in March 2022 as Executive Vice President of Group Strategy. Over the past three years, he has been an integral member of the leadership team, driving key strategic initiatives. He spearheaded the creation of TOMRA Horizon, a portfolio of new ventures that includes TOMRA Feedstock and Reuse, and successfully oversaw the acquisition of c-trace GmbH. "TOMRA's recycling division has undergone an incredible journey since the acquisition of Titech in 2004, and the underlying drivers to increase recycling rates across the globe continue to represent substantial growth potential for the sorting arm of our business. I look forward to transforming that potential...
Emirates Global Aluminium (EGA), the largest industrial company in the UAE outside of the oil and gas sector, proudly unveiled the EGA Academy on September 8. This exciting new initiative is all about boosting skill development and career growth within the industrial sector, paving the way for EGA's future success and contributing to the overall progress of the UAE's industrial scene. The EGA Academy is a testament to EGA's dedication to nurturing talent in the aluminium industry, in line with Operation 300bn. Its mission is to boost productivity, enhance economic contributions and create new job opportunities. The Academy will provide well-structured development pathways, expert-led training sessions and hands-on experiences for employees at every level. The programmes are crafted to...
At present, the Australian electricity sector is under a lot of pressure, especially after the surging risk of renewable energy curtailment, creating a force to reduce the electricity output. The major reason behind this is the transmission, storage constraints and technicalities. According to the Australian Energy Market Operator, definitive solar projects taking place in South Australia and Victoria are subject to 35 to 65 per cent of curtailment. Current energy crisis in Australia The Australian Energy Market Operator (AEMO) has raised a red flag, indicating that by 2027, major solar farms in southeast Australia might have to cut back more than a third of their energy production due to delays in transmission infrastructure. These issues pose a serious threat to the financial viability...
Chinese alumina prices moved lower in both the spot and futures markets on September 9, while spot alumina trading remained sparse amid ample supplies. The national average spot price of metallurgical-grade alumina with purity exceeding 98.6 per cent assessed by Mysteel fell by RMB 18 per tonne (USD 2.5 per tonne) from Monday to RMB 3,132 per tonne on Tuesday, marking the sixth consecutive daily decline. Image for representational purposes only By region, the assessed prices in Shandong, Shanxi, and Henan provinces each slid by RMB 25 per tonne from the prior day to average between RMB 3,030 per tonne and RMB 3,095 per tonne. In the south, prices in Guizhou province and the Guangxi autonomous region dropped by RMB 10 per tonne and RMB 5 per tonne to sit at RMB 3,245 per tonne and RMB...
India's foremost aluminium producer, Vedanta Aluminium has initiated a grassroots education programme in Odisha with the Block Education Department. The programme included a one-day teachers' orientation programme at Mahima Degree College (Bijapali) with over 650 elementary teachers from Lakhanpur block. The programme aims to improve the quality of teaching and classroom practices that will ultimately improve learning for the students in the surrounding area. Image source: https://x.com/girijashankard1 Also read: From rumours to reality- Apple launches iPhone 17 series in ALuminium unibody The sessions addressed core topics including lesson construction, classroom leadership, disaster preparedness and management, first-aid, and technology in teaching. Teachers engaged in interactive...
The global aluminium flat rolled products (FRP) market, excluding foil, is poised for resilient growth in 2025, according to different types of market segmentation driven by sustained demand from global market trends of transportation, packaging (excluding foil), construction, and renewable energy sectors. As economies continue to recover post-pandemic and shift toward decarbonisation, aluminium FRPs are gaining preference due to their lightweight nature, strength-to-weight ratio, corrosion resistance, and recyclability. Source: TotalEnergies Asia-Pacific is dominating production and consumption, particularly China and India, supported by government-backed infrastructure spending and a booming EV industry. China’s aluminium FRP demand is heavily driven by state-led infrastructure and...
Did you know that from 2007 till now (September 2025), a total of 47 total iPhone models have been launched? And the OG of all touchscreen models is back with another bang this year. The tech-giant has finally pulled the curtain on its stunning and much-awaited iPhone 17 Pro and iPhone 17 Pro Max – the two powerhouses that don’t just raise the bar, but shatter it. Image Source: iPhone website True to its speculation, both iPhone 17 Pro and iPhone 17 Pro Max comes wrapped in a laser-welded, aluminium unibody , replacing titanium . The pre-order for both the models will be starting from Friday, September 12 (5.30PM IST) and available from Friday, September 19. And till July 2025, Apple, the American multinational company sold over 3 billion iPhones worldwide, further cementing its position...
Novelis, a prominent player in the aluminium rolling and recycling industry, a part of the Aditya Birla Group, is pushing the boundaries of innovation in aerospace with new solutions designed to boost flight performance. At the Paris Air Show 2025, the company truly shone as a leading innovator in the aerospace aluminium industry, presenting solutions that beautifully blend performance, sustainability, and circularity. Aluminium in aerospace In 2020, the firm took a big step forward by acquiring Aleris, a leading producer of advanced aerospace alloys, which helped them expand their aluminium portfolio. This smart move allowed the firm to meet nearly 90 per cent of the global demand for aircraft, making them a go-to aluminium supplier for major manufacturers like Airbus, Boeing, Bombardier...
India’s indirect tax system is on the verge of a major shift with the introduction of GST 2.0 from September 22, 2025. At the centre of this overhaul are two pillars—Integrated GST (IGST) and Cess—that decide how imported goods, inter-state supplies, and luxury products are taxed. IGST has long been used as a balancing tool to treat imports and domestic goods equally, while Cess worked as an extra duty on luxury and demerit products. Under the upcoming system, these two will be folded into a more straightforward slab arrangement. The intent is to simplify compliance while keeping the overall tax pressure on premium products largely the same. GST, which replaced a tangle of older indirect levies, comes in three parts. CGST goes to the Centre on sales within a state. SGST is the state’s...
After becoming India's ACP company to be on BSE and NSE, Euro Panel, the manufacturer and supplier of aluminium composite panel (ACP) in India and abroad, have secured the NABL accreditation to conduct in-house lab testing with reference to ISO/IEC 17025. With this achievement, the company can upgrade and ensure a global standard quality for all the ACP products manufactured. The NABL accreditation will enable the firm to conduct in-house colour testing and measure its performance under the standards mentioned in ISO/IEC 17025. In order to provide the certification, the company's state-of-the-art laboratory had to undergo multiple assessments by the NABL parameter, which is deemed to be 16 in total, to test the performance of the colour coil. NABL accreditation The process of...
Five Elements Environmental Services, an Oman-based consultancy firm, has announced a strategic collaboration with the Netherlands’ Pondera Consult to support investors in renewable energy and green hydrogen projects in Oman. Image for referential purposes only Also read: China to reopen 'Panda Bond' market to Russian companies This collaboration will offer advanced technical, engineering, environmental, social, and climate risk assessments. These are crucial at the feasibility study, bidding, and post-bid stages, as they will ensure projects are suitable within the context of Oman’s clean energy aspirations and its Net Zero 2050 aim. Diplomatic ties powering clean energy goals The move follows the state visit of His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik, Sultan and Prime Minister of Oman, to...
Following a drop on Monday, September 8, the London Metal Exchange (LME) aluminium price witnessed a slight growth the next day on Tuesday, September 9. As per the data, both LME aluminium cash bid price and LME aluminium official settlement price gained USD 7 per tonne or 0.26 per cent and USD 7.5 per tonne or 0.28 per cent to halt at USD 2,620 per tonne and USD 2,621 per tonne. Explore our B2B market at - AL Biz On the same day, 3-month bid price and 3-month offer price also added USD 6.5 per tonne or 0.24 per cent and USD 5 per tonne or 0.19 per cent to settle at USD 2,616.5 per tonne and USD 2,617 per tonne. December 26 bid price and December 26 offer price moved up the graph by USD 5 per tonne or 0.18 per cent to arrive at USD 2,662 per tonne and USD 2,667 per tonne. LME aluminium...
Constellium is pleased to announce the extension of its long-term partnership with Embraer for the supply of high-performance aluminium solutions, including its advanced aluminium-lithium alloy, Airware®. Under this agreement, Constellium will continue to support Embraer’s Commercial Aviation, Executive Jets, and Defence & Security divisions. “We are proud and honoured to extend our long-term partnership with Embraer in the aerospace and defence sectors,” said Philippe Hoffmann, President of Constellium’s Aerospace and Transportation business unit. “This contract reflects our deep commitment to supporting Embraer’s growth. It is also part of Constellium’s broader strategy to support the aerospace industry’s increasing demand for advanced materials, especially in key programs requiring...
9.1 SMM cast aluminium alloy morning comment Futures: The most-traded cast aluminium alloy AD2511 contract opened at RMB 20,325 per tonne overnight, with the highest at RMB 20,380 per tonne and the lowest at RMB 20,325 per tonne, and finally closed at RMB 20,340 per tonne, up RMB 35 per tonne or 0.17 per cent from the previous close. The trading volume was 662 lots, and the open interest stood at 7,914 lots, mainly driven by long position increases. Spot-Futures Price Spread Report: According to SMM data, on September 9, the spot price of SMM ADC12 showed a theoretical premium of RMB 510 per tonne against the closing price of the most-traded cast aluminium alloy contract (AD2511) at 10:15 am. Aluminium scrap: On Tuesday, spot primary aluminium prices rose from the previous trading day,...
According to an analysis by Every Can Counts based on RetuRo data, Romania has made impressive strides in recycling aluminium cans . In July, the return rate hit 78 per cent and the year-to-date recycling rate has consistently stayed above 70 per cent, which is more than double the 35 per cent rate that was reported in official EU statistics just two years ago. The region is leading the way in can returns include București, Timiș, Constanța, Cluj and Ilfov. Romania is making impressive strides in aluminium can recycling, thanks to the introduction of the Deposit Return Scheme (SGR), increased investment from the private sector in collection and recycling facilities and a growing consumer appetite for sustainable practices. On top of these structural shifts, initiatives like Every Can...
Vedanta Limited will invest over INR 12,500 crore to scale up its metal manufacturing business, with a clear focus on the electric vehicle (EV) sector. The investment covers new production facilities, technology upgrades, and downstream processing units to boost supplies of aluminium, copper, and lithium used in EV batteries and components. The company said the move should cut India’s dependence on imports and strengthen supply chains, while also supporting the government’s Make in India programme. Push on sustainability Alongside higher output, Vedanta wants to bring in greener practices. It plans to use more renewable power and energy-efficient processes across operations. A company spokesperson said, “With India’s electric mobility sector poised for exponential growth, our investment...
