Spanish racing driverFernando Alonso has added a one-off Bugatti Veyron Grand Sport Vitesse to his growing collection of rare cars. Known as chassis 8.100, the car is distinguished by bespoke aluminium bodywork that required more than 20 tonnes of aluminium to produce, along with dedicated CAD programmes developed by Bugatti. Its history is equally distinctive, being produced after an original customer pushed Bugatti to create something it had initially considered too expensive. For Alonso, the automobile fits closely with an approach to luxury he outlined in 2024 about choosing manufacturers that treat individual customers differently rather than simply producing cars in larger numbers. To know the aluminium casting demand forecast in the transportation sector, explore our report "Global...
China Rare Earth Group is in talks to acquire a controlling stake in Shenghe Resources, a move that could bring the Chinese rare earth producer under tighter state control while giving Beijing influence over Shenghe’s overseas holdings, including a stake in US rare earths company MP Materials. Two sources familiar with the matter told Reuters that discussions between the companies have been underway since earlier this year. One source said China Rare Earth Group is seeking a controlling stake, although neither source knew when the acquisition could be announced or completed. If the deal goes through, China Rare Earth Group would take control of Shenghe’s interests in foreign companies, including its 3 per cent stake in MP Materials. The US rare earths company counts the US Department of...
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Enviri Corporation, a global leader in environmental solutions for industrial and specialty waste management, announced that its subsidiary, ALTEK, is collaborating with Real Alloy to establish a zero-waste aluminium salt slag recycling facility. This project is being developed with the U.S. Department of Energy's Office of Clean Energy Demonstrations. Image Source: Altek Located in Wabash, Indiana, the facility will utilise ALTEK's advanced AluSalt™ technology to recycle metallic materials and salts while also recovering other valuable non-metallic products. Enviri acquired ALTEK in 2018 to enhance the Harsco Environmental division's expertise in metal recovery and byproduct reuse, extending its reach into the aluminium industry. With equipment operating at over 600 locations globally,...
On Wednesday, November 27, China’s A00 aluminium ingot price has dropped by RMB 60 per tonne to settle at RMB 20,540 per tonne with the average prices standing between RMB 20,520 per tonne and RMB 20,560 per tonne. The prices have fallen in all the provinces, with the highest in Linyi, where it has declined by RMB 120 per tonne to settle at RMB 20,480 per tonne. On the same day, the prices in Gongyi and Hangzhou have contracted by RMB 90 per tonne and RMB 70 per tonne to peg at RMB 20,400 per tonne and RMB 20,570 per tonne. In Foshan, Wuxi and Chongqing, the domestic aluminium ingot prices have descended by RMB 60 per tonne to dock at RMB 20,460 per tonne, RMB 20,530 per tonne and RMB 20,490 per tonne. In Shenyang and Tianjin the prices have lost RMB 50 per tonne and RMB 20 per tonne to...
A conference titled 'Odisha Metals & Mining Conference' hosted by ASSOCHAM on Thursday, November 21, in Bhubaneswar, Odisha, was aimed to encourage all stakeholders to explore the potential of the metals & mining sector for Sustainable & Inclusive Growth. Involving all the major stakeholders of India's metals and mining sector, the conference discussed various reforms needed to unfold the domestic mining sector's potentiality and achieve 'Viksit Bharat 2047', a visionary mission to transform India into a developed nation. Mr. Arun Kumar, Regional Controller of Mines, Indian Bureau of Mines, Government of India, graced the occasion and highlighted the Government's commitment towards sustainability and inclusive growth through local community development, zero emissions in mining...
Polish aluminium recycling company, wholly owned by Hydro, will increase the use of renewable energy at its Kety plant, leveraging 1,000 MWh of electricity to be generated annually from the new solar panels, expected to be installed and operational during the second quarter of 2025. Image Source: Hydro Increasing the use of renewable energy will enable Alumetal’s Kety recycling plant to enhance the production of low-carbon aluminium, advancing the European green transition initiative. This move will also drive Hydro’s decarbonisation roadmap and contribute to a 30 per cent carbon emissions reduction goal by 2030. “Power is an important input factor for the aluminium industry and switching to renewable energy is critical to decarbonise our value chain. Even if aluminium recycling only...
Winstar Capital Bhd, poised to debut on Bursa Malaysia's ACE Market this December, aims to scale up its production of solar photovoltaic (PV) mounting structures. This initiative is bolstered by the company's active engagement in solar panel installation services. Primarily specialising in aluminium profile extrusion and ladder fabrication, Winstar sees its "hands-on solar panel installation services" as a vital element in refining and optimising the design of its PV mounting structures, according to CEO Chua Boon Hong. Image Source: Wikipedia Aims to double its aluminium extrusion capacity Winstar plans to more than double its aluminium extrusion capacity by utilising proceeds from its IPO to acquire new extrusion press machines and related equipment. This expansion is expected to boost...
Aluminium Corporation of China Limited, popularly known as Chinalco, a state-owned multinational company, is likely to invest around $426 million in bauxite mining in Suriname, said the chairman of a Surinamese presidential mining commission on Monday, November 25. If this investment is approved by parliament, Chinalco will begin bauxite mining by the middle of 2025 to produce 6 million tonnes of the key ore of aluminium annually, reported government advisor Daniel Lachman. The Surinamese presidential mining commission also said that Suriname, the South American country, is likely to have a 13 per cent share in the project. Bauxite mining and processing is the major industry that drives the economy in Suriname, with reserves present in the Bakhuis region of western Suriname. The Bakhuis...
Canovation has introduced a resealable aluminium can, offering a solution for those looking to reduce plastic pollution while preserving the fizz in their bubbly drinks. This innovative yet straightforward design has potential applications beyond the beverage industry, including pharmaceutical storage, pet food packaging, household products, and more. Image Source: Canovation According to the company, the resealable can is a game-changer. Daniel Zabaleta, described by Miami's Local10.com as "the brains" behind the Fort Lauderdale Company, explained to the ABC affiliate that the key to this breakthrough lies in a specialised threading technique. Additionally, the production process is more cost-effective than traditional methods, which means these savings could eventually benefit...
Maxion Wheels' light vehicle aluminium wheel plant in Chihuahua, Mexico, has begun sourcing power from its newly operational solar farm, marking a significant milestone in its sustainability efforts. The solar farm, which was inaugurated during a recent kickoff event, was installed by Iberdrola México and has a capacity of 499 kW, with an expected annual energy generation of 960 MWh. Image Source: Maxion Wheels Commitment to emission reduction This addition to the plant's energy mix highlights Maxion's commitment to reducing carbon emissions and advancing environmentally responsible manufacturing practices. Maxion's Chihuahua solar project is the company's third solar initiative and a key component of its sustainability strategy, Roadmap Zero, which aims for net-zero carbon emissions by...
On Tuesday, November 26, the average price of A00 aluminium ingot in the Shanghai Metals Market stood at RMB 20,600 per tonne, with a fall of RMB 70 to yesterday's price. The price change was witnessed to be 1.1 per cent lower M-o-M and merely 0.3 per cent higher W-o-W. Image Source: https://image.made-in-china.com/ The pricing declined in most provinces, with prices depicted as RMB 20,490 per tonne (-100) in Gongyi, RMB 20,520 per tonne (-70) in Foshan, RMB 20,590 per tonne (-70) in Wuxi, RMB 20,640 per tonne (-60) in Hangzhou, RMB 20,550 per tonne (-70) in Chongqing and RMB 20,600 per tonne (-70) in Shenyang. Prices in Tianjin and Linyi were also listed at a decreased price of RMB 20,550 per tonne (-150) and RMB 20,600 per tonne (-90), respectively. The range of A00 aluminium ingot...
United Company Rusal, the world’s second-largest aluminium company by primary metal output, has announced a reduction of 6 per cent in production in response to the global alumina price surge, causing skyrocketed production costs. Slow economic progress dampening domestic demand for aluminium is also a reason for Rusal to cut its output. Image generated by AI for representational purpose Rusal explicitly said it would reduce its production by 250,000 tonnes annually due to the global alumina price rally buoyed by output suspensions in Australia, the world’s second-largest alumina producer, upon bauxite supply disruptions from Guinea and Brazil, without specifying the timeline when the production cuts would begin and also not naming the smelter that would witness the reduction. The company...
Innovation and sophistication perfectly define Apple, the American tech giant celebrated worldwide for its cutting-edge gadgets and electronics. Beyond its iconic products, Apple is equally renowned for its commitment to sustainability and environmental stewardship. And talking about sustainability, as per the reports, the 2025 iPhone 17 Pro may transition from a titanium build to an aluminium one. Image Source: macworld.com The phone's back will feature a combination of aluminium and glass, potentially reducing weight while maintaining a glass window for wireless charging. Additionally, the camera bump is expected to switch from glass to aluminium and become larger. However, whether these changes will come with a redesigned overall look or simply a material update remains unclear. Why...
Three students from the National University of Science and Technology (NU), Oman—Al Yaqeen Amur Asuti, Reem Ahmed al Qassabi, and Ahamed al Awad—have developed an innovative device that converts palm waste into circular green aluminium. Their project, titled ‘Green Initiative for Utilising Omani Palm Waste to Produce Circular Green Aluminium’, marks a groundbreaking step toward fostering a zero-waste, sustainable economy in Oman. Story behind the initiative Dr Shabib al Rashdi, the project’s supervisor, explained that the initiative stemmed from the urgent need to address Oman’s agricultural waste challenge, particularly the substantial waste generated by palm trees. Launched two years ago, this project aligns with Oman’s Vision 2040 and sustainability goals, presenting an eco-friendly...
Arrow Minerals (ASX: AMD) has affirmed mineralisation, as hypothesised earlier, over a 2-kilometre strike, resulting from its first drilling at the Niagara Bauxite Project in Guinea. Image Source: S Purohit (@subhapurohit) / X Emphasised intersections include 7 metres at 47.1 per cent aluminium oxide (Al₂O₃) and 2.9 per cent silica (SiO₂) from the surface and 10 metres at 46.6 per cent Al₂O₃ while 7.9 per cent SiO₂ from the surface. The initial results verified the Niagara discovery and followed up on the drilling of 180 holes that Vale had executed in 2007. Arrow is actively exploring three of the nine bauxite exploration targets it acquired from the previous Vale derivatives. The company is moving forward with development plans at a rapid pace, including initiating discussions with...
On Saturday, November 23, Tiwai Point smelter of New Zealand opened its gates to enthusiasts for production process glimpsing, and hundreds poured in to prove the decision right. New Zealand Aluminium Smelters' external affairs director, Simon King, said Tiwai decided to hold an open day after a prolonged period because they had "been firmly focused on securing a future for the smelter and on environmental remediation". Image Source: https://nzas.co.nz/ He also said, "With the future of the smelter secured and our remediation efforts well underway, we were looking forward to throwing open our gates once again for interested members of our community." Focusing on the 'securing the future' part, New Zealand Aluminium Smelters (NZAS) has this year (2024) signed 20-year electricity agreements...
Dengo Chocolates, a Brazilian bean-to-bar chocolate brand, introduced an innovative truffle packaging this year that is 100 per cent recyclable, featuring aluminium bands and no plastic. This development follows two years of extensive research and development, underscoring the company’s dedication to sustainability and minimising environmental impact. Image Source: Dengo Chocolates Dengo tested 19 different rolls of paper, varnishes, and aluminium strips to achieve this breakthrough, carefully selecting the optimal combination. The process involved a deep focus on innovation and sustainability while ensuring the packaging met the standards set by Brazil’s National Health Surveillance Agency (Anvisa), all without compromising the chocolate’s quality or flavour. The new packaging, crafted...
Amid mounting tensions between Russia and European Union (EU) EU nations, recent revelations about Finnish aluminium exports doubling to Russia have stirred debates over sanction compliance. A family business from Turku, an international manufacturer of studs for winter tyres, is responsible for the export boost. This report came as Finland's broader trade with Russia kept witnessing a steep plunge, falling by nearly 69 per cent over two years due to stringent sanctions and shifting geopolitical dynamics. Image Source: https://www.transmico.com/ The contradiction: aluminium exports vs. overall trade decline While most Finnish companies have reduced their trade with Russia, a select few have capitalised on exceptions in EU sanctions. These loopholes allow the export of non-restricted...
Akatswiri Mineral Resources is optimistic about its $820 million aluminium production project, which can potentially transform Malawi's industrial landscape. The company has completed a feasibility study for mining bauxite deposits in the Mulanje Mountain region. It plans to refine the ore into alumina and smelt it into aluminium—a vital metal used across numerous global industries. Image Source - Linkedin (Hilton Banda) The bauxite deposits at the Linje and Lichenya sites on Mulanje Mountain are projected to deliver substantial yields, with an annual mining target of 580,000 metric tonnes. This output is expected to be processed into 100,000 metric tonnes of aluminium each year. With current market prices at $2,600 per tonne, the project could generate approximately $260 million in...
On Monday, November 25, the A00 aluminium ingot price opened the week with a growth of RMB 60 per tonne to settle at RMB 20,670 per tonne, with the spot contract price expected to be traded at a premium price of RMB 50 to RMB 90 per tonne. The average prices may range between RMB 20,670 per tonne and RMB 20,690 per tonne. On the same day, the prices grew in all the provinces, with the highest in Hangzhou, where it has hiked by RMB 90 per tonne to settle at RMB 20,700 per tonne, followed by a surge of RMB 70 per tonne to halt at RMB 20,590 per tonne in Foshan. In Tianjin and Linyi, the prices have risen by RMB 60 per tonne to clock at RMB 20,700 per tonne and RMB 20,690 per tonne. In Gongyi and Wuxi the domestic aluminium ingot prices have added RMB 50 per tonne to peg at RMB 20,590 per...
