Nanshan Aluminium International Holdings has reported that overseas alumina prices averaged around USD 321 per tonne in the first nine months of 2026, down approximately 22 per cent year-on-year. The update highlights a third-quarter (Q3) price recovery following a subdued first half, supported by new overseas aluminium smelting capacity and supply constraints at some alumina refineries. The update centres around the unaudited nine-month results of Nanshan Aluminium International’s controlling shareholder, Shandong Nanshan Aluminium Co., Ltd., for the nine-month period ended September 30, 2026. Explore the production, demand and consumption forecasts of bauxite and alumina in our report: " Global Bauxite & Alumina Market Forecast to 2036: Supply–Demand, Trade Flows & Price Outlook "...
The government’s promise to reindustrialise the UK economy has fallen at the first hurdle, according to the President of the Confederation of British Metalforming (CBM). Stephen Morley, a manufacturing veteran of more than 40 years, believes the Chancellor missed a critical opportunity to support manufacturers, tackle crippling energy costs and, importantly, create the economic conditions to help industry grow. He believes Labour missed a golden chance to demonstrate it understands the pressures facing companies on the shopfloor and thousands of management teams on the frontline of the UK economy. “There is nothing in this Budget that comes close to addressing the challenges facing our members and UK manufacturing in general,” explained Stephen. “Most disappointingly, there is no...
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In March 2023, Mercedes-Benz symbolically laid the foundation stone for its cutting-edge recycling plant in Kuppenheim, marking a strategic step towards sustainable practices. However, as per the latest information, on Monday, October 21, Mercedes-Benz made history by opening the first in-house electric vehicle battery recycling plant in Europe (Kuppenheim, southern Germany). With a 96 per cent recovery rate—where the remaining 4 per cent is lost due to the electrolyte liquid—the plant handles every stage of the battery's lifecycle. This includes module shredding, drying, and the treatment of active materials through a 'mechanical-hydrometallurgical' process. This method mechanically separates aluminium, plastic, copper and iron, resulting in a substance known as 'black mass.' The black...
Novelis’ unwavering commitment to environmental, social, and governance goals is luminously reflected in the company’s sustainability report for the fiscal year 2024, published on October 22. The report showcases the company’s advancement in some of the key areas like employee safety, diversity, inclusion, and community engagement, besides highlighting remarkable achievements related to recycling, low-carbon footprint, and a circular economy. The report features that strategic initiatives and investments by the company have resulted in a 27 per cent reduction in absolute carbon emissions (including scopes 1, 2 & 3) compared to the FY2016 baseline. Novelis proudly recycled 2,300 tonnes of aluminium in FY2024, including 82 billion used beverage cans, and even accomplished integrating an...
Ahead of the Christmas festivities, Reynolds Wraps has brought unique solutions to all gift-packing needs. Those who indulge in homemade gift items such as food or home decor or like to share festive leftovers with near and dear ones also tantalise over the presentation of these items, and there comes the role of the adorable and limited edition aluminium wrapping foils from Reynolds Wraps, which are available on Amazon and Walmart. To bring this rendition to life, the company has teamed up with artist Brittany Jepsen from The House That Lars Built. For the foil wrapping selection, she has created original motifs of snowflakes, penguins, peppermints, and teddy bears. "A creative presentation of any gift really makes all the difference," said Brittany Jepsen. "As a lover of crafts and...
In September 2024, primary aluminium production globally experienced a month-on-month fall, mirroring the trend seen across all the major primary metal-producing countries/regions. However, the monthly fall in September posed no impact on the growing trend through the third quarter of the year, as demonstrated by the data from the International Aluminium Institute. According to the data revealed, the world’s primary aluminium production decreased by 3.19 percent from August but maintained the 6 million tonnes level. Amounting to 6.007 million tonnes compared to 6.205 million tonnes in August, the output in September registered a fall after two consecutive months of rise. Total production worldwide in Q3 2024 stood at 18.416 million tonnes, marking a continued Q-o-Q rise of 2.36 per cent...
Amidst the chances of importing from intensively limited sources, the European Union (EU) is reconsidering banning Russia as its aluminium supplier. The immediate result? Small and medium-sized business entities, which rely on close to 70 per cent of turnover and 92 per cent of employment in the European aluminium sector, dissolve within a short period; simultaneously, prices spike roof-high due to the demand-supply gap. The European Union imports over 90 per cent of its aluminium, of which 8-9 per cent comes from Russia. Speculations about a probable ban on low-carbon aluminium from Russia to the European market have, in the meantime, pushed prices up by 15 per cent so far this year, and prices are forecasted to rise in a steep graph if the ban is imposed. Why the sanction? Based on the...
In a significant decision by the Public Enterprises Selection Board (PESB), Tapas Kumar Pattanayak has been selected for the role of Director (Human Resources) at the National Aluminium Company Limited (NALCO). The appointment follows a PESB meeting held on October 21 st , 2024. Currently serving as the Executive Director (HR) at the Refineries Headquarters in New Delhi under the Maharatna Public Sector Undertaking (PSU) Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL), Pattanayak brings a wealth of experience in human resource management to his new position at NALCO, one of India's premier aluminium producers. His selection to the post of Director (HR) at NALCO is subject to the necessary vigilance clearances and final approval from the Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC). Once these...
We are thrilled to announce the launch of AL Circle's 27 th e-Magazine edition, " The Modern world of ALuminium Flat Rolled Products ." As the world's fastest-growing global ALuminium ecosystem, AL Circle is committed to delivering insightful, trendsetting content that shapes the future of the aluminium industry. In this latest release, we spotlight a critical segment of the value chain—aluminium flat-rolled products—through powerful interviews, thought leadership articles, and visionary insights from industry giants and experts. A glimpse into flat rolled products: The backbone of aluminium innovation Flat-rolled aluminium products are the unsung heroes that form the foundation of numerous industries, from automotive and aerospace to construction, packaging, and electronics. They are...
Impact Minerals has collaborated with CPC Engineering and the Mineral Recovery Research Centre (MRRC) at Edith Cowan University on an initiative to pilot the commercialisation of the company's ingenious process for producing High-Purity Alumina (HPA) from the Lake Hope reserve, located 500 kilometres east of Perth in Western Australia. The collaborative effort has received a AUD 2.87 million grant under the Federal Government's Cooperative Research Centres Projects (CRC-P) programme, which fosters short-term, industry-led research works. The plant, crucial to providing material for offtake and qualification, is scheduled to commence construction next year. Impact Minerals' Managing Director, Dr Mike Jones, said, "We are immensely proud to drive this transformative project, which aligns...
In a bold statement at the inauguration of Mercedes-Benz's first battery recycling plant, Chancellor Olaf Scholz urged German automakers not to fear competition from China. Speaking on Monday, Scholz framed the investment as a key pillar of Germany's new industrial policy, aimed at strengthening the country's position in the rapidly evolving global auto industry. Scholz highlighted the importance of innovation and sustainability in ensuring Germany's competitive edge, stressing that initiatives like the new plant will help the nation remain a leader in the electric vehicle sector. The recycling facility, a major move in advancing Germany's green industrial transformation, reflects the country's commitment to cutting-edge technologies and eco-friendly solutions. "Some say that China can do...
Crown Holdings Inc., a leading American company specialising in making metal beverage and food cans, metal closures, and speciality packing, has announced its third-quarter financial results, which have marked significant growth in each global beverage can business, exceeding original expectations. In the third quarter ended September 30, 2024, net sales reached $3,074 million, increasing from $3,069 million a year ago, attributed to higher shipments of global beverage cans and food cans in Brazil, Europe, Mexico, and the United States. In H1 2024, Brazil reported growing beverage can sales led by favourable macroeconomic conditions. Brazilian Association of Aluminum Can Manufacturers expressed an estimated 5 per cent growth in beverage can sales at the end of the year, compared to an...
Montenegro has consented to a concession contract with Novi Boksiti, a metal ore mining company in Niksic, over intricate geological probes and exploitation of red bauxite in the western municipality of Niksic. Montenegro's Minister of Mining, Oil and Gas, Admir Sahmanovic, worked out and signed the details of the contracts with Novi Boksti's executive head, Zeljko Markus, over the weekends. During the session, Novi presented their strategies and deadlines to Minister Sahmanovic and State Secretary Dino Tutundzic. The company officials disclosed that they will initially disperse 25 workers to carry out preparatory works and geological exploration, starting from project design, drilling, and test pit excavation. Boksiti has already spent 1 million Euros (approx USD 1.1 million) on...
Ardagh Metal Packaging-Europe (AMP-Europe), a division of Ardagh Group, has entered into a Virtual Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) with BNZ in Portugal. This agreement, set to begin in 2026 and lasting for 12 years, will secure 146 GWh per annum of renewable electricity certificates, which are anticipated to offset around 50 per cent of AMP-Europe's energy consumption across the continent. David Spratt, CEO of AMP-Europe, said, "We are delighted to partner with organisations like BNZ that share our commitment to accelerating a clean energy transition. This vPPA marks a significant milestone in the expansion of our vPPA portfolio in Europe and is a major step towards AMP's CO2 reduction and renewable electricity goals". Schneider Electric, a prominent advisor in corporate renewable energy...
According to the China National Intellectual Property Administration, Chinalco Qingdao Light Metal Co., Ltd. has obtained a patent titled "A Lump Aluminum Ash Pretreatment Device," with the authorisation announcement number CN 221753487 U. The application was submitted in February 2024. The patent abstract indicates that this utility model relates to the processing of massive aluminium ash. It features a pre-treatment device that includes a conveying trough equipped with both a second crushing roller and a first crushing roller. Triangular grinding teeth are fixed to the side surfaces of these rollers. The device also incorporates belts tensioned around two pulleys, a knocking component at the bottom of the conveying trough, and a limiting component at one end of the knocking mechanism....
A national competition for collecting aluminium cans while learning about sustainability has sparked a hands-on approach to the environmental study regime of Logan County school students. The competition, which has successfully gathered over 2 million disposed cans, has been organised by Logan Aluminum in partnership with Lewisburg Elementary. The initiative is all about recycling programmes in elementary schools, where recycling bins, educational signage, and pickup schedules are designated to return collected cans to Logan for recycling. Students actively participated in the process, from sorting recyclables to attending awareness drives organised in school and the local community. “We recognise that to meet the demand for aluminium in our growth industry and to protect and sustain our...
A recently held meeting between Davron Vakhobov, Chairman of the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Uzbekistan, and Atif Al Khaja, Executive Director of the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Bahrain, witnessed discussions on trade development and economic cooperation between the business circles of two countries, emphasising on mutual visits and joint events. Both parties gave special attention to cooperation in aluminium production, considering Bahrain’s expertise in the sector. Davron Vakhobov was particularly interested in building a strong relationship with Aluminium Bahrain B.S.C (Alba), a blue-chip asset of the Kingdom of Bahrain and the world’s largest aluminium smelter outside China with a production of more than 1.548 million tonnes per annum. At the end of the meeting, Davron...
In today's rapidly evolving industrial landscape, material developers and producers are feeling the pressure to optimise their operations and embrace the new era of global connectivity. What was once a competitive edge, like proximity to a customer, is no longer sufficient to outpace the competition. Take the case of a midwestern forging producer who once had a natural advantage working with automotive OEMs. Now, a shop in one corner of the world could easily provide the same services, thanks to digital transformation and advanced automation. So how can aluminium producers remain competitive in this new world? More importantly, how can they maximise the investments already made in their facilities? The answer lies in embracing the ongoing revolution in manufacturing, often referred to as...
On September 26th, the groundbreaking ceremony of the much-awaited 20MW photovoltaic project was held at the Sichuan Zhongfu factory area. This ambitious project will utilise approximately 180,000 square meters of rooftop space from the Sichuan Zhongfu factory, with a total investment of around RMB 70 million and an anticipated installation capacity of 20MW. Upon completion, the project is expected to generate about 15 million kilowatt-hours of electricity annually, equivalent to saving over 1,800 tons of standard coal each year. Once connected to the grid, this initiative will further reduce the carbon footprint of the company’s products and enhance the green credentials of the aluminium industry supply chain. The event was attended by notable figures, including Ren Huaxian, Deputy...
Proving the speculations true, a giant aluminium sculpture of a pigeon has been installed above the intersection of 10th Avenue and 30th Street in New York City. The 16-foot-tall non-monument, as described by Creator Iván Argote, is given an unusual name: Dinosaur. "The name Dinosaur makes reference to the sculpture's scale and to the pigeon's ancestors who dominated the globe millions of years ago, as we humans do today," Argote said. "The name also serves as a reference to the dinosaur's extinction. Like them, one day, we won't be around anymore, but perhaps a remnant of humanity will live on — as pigeons do — in the dark corners and gaps of future worlds. I feel this sculpture could generate an uncanny feeling of attraction, seduction and fear among the inhabitants of New York."...
