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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According to the Shanghai Metals Market (SMM) on Friday, November 22, the price of alumina has added RMB 18 per tonne to settle at RMB 5,691 per tonne. On the same day, the prices in Shanxi, Henan and Shandong have grown by RMB 25 per tonne and RMB 20 per tonne to settle at RMB 5,750 per tonne, RMB 5,695 per tonne and RMB 5,670 per tonne. In Guizhou and Guangxi, the prices have moved up by RMB 10 per tonne to halt at RMB 5,640 per tonne and RMB 5,630 per tonne. The alumina prices in regions like Lianyungang and Bayuquan have remained unchanged at RMB 6050 per tonne. A00 aluminium ingot On the other hand, the domestic price of A00 aluminium ingot dropped by RMB 90 per tonne to settle at RMB 20,610 per tonne. The spot contract price is expected to be traded at a premium price of RMB 60 to...
Speira is back with a bang! The enterprise has introduced its new 'transparent' melting furnace, which consumes 15 per cent less energy in all the processes with enhanced capacity, recycling, insights, and data collection. The company, known for its aluminium rolling and recycling, is investing close to 6.4 million euros in the new furnace which is planned to be placed in the Hamburg plant. The unit, internally referred to as 'Furnace 6', will come in lieu of the oldest model on the site, which dates back to the 1970s. This project is historically significant in successfully handling without any accidents during ongoing foundry operations. Enhanced production with reduced energy consumption "This new furnace is of great importance to us. It increases the performance and output of the...
The saga of the Austal-Capral duo dates back over two decades. As a key supplier of aluminium extruded products, Capral's contribution towards the landmark journey of Austal from being a modest fishing vessel manufacturer to Australia's leading shipbuilding company with a workforce of 5,000 from multiple countries across the globe is worth celebrating. United by shared values and a common vision, Capral and Austal have built a strong and enduring partnership over the past 25 years. Image Source: Austal Austal's high-quality commercial vessels primarily owe to Capral for its aluminium sheets, complex extrusions, and value addition to the business. "It's nice to have a supplier where we can share a vision, share values, and build a mutual relationship that benefits both parties," said Brent...
Earlier on Wednesday, March 6, Alupro and re3 (Reduce, Reuse, Recycle)—a waste partnership representing Bracknell Forest, Reading, and Wokingham Borough Councils—launched an exciting creative sculpture competition for local schools. The results of the competition are out and young winners have been announced. The competition was part of the 'Fantastic Foil' initiative, aimed at inspiring 190,000 households across the three boroughs to recycle aluminium foil and other aluminium packaging. Each winner received a £20 voucher, while their schools were awarded £100 vouchers for books, supplies, and activities. re3 (Reduce, Reuse, Recycle), a waste management partnership uniting Bracknell Forest, Reading, and Wokingham Borough Councils, has joined forces with Alupro to encourage residents in...
India's ADC12 non-OEM prices experienced a slight rise of INR 1,000/t ($12/t) w-o-w due to higher raw material costs. However, demand for aluminium ADC12 remained sluggish in the domestic markets of Delhi-NCR and Chennai. BigMint's benchmark assessments for ADC12 (non-OEM) grade stood at INR 201,000/tonne (t) in Delhi and INR 203,000/t in Chennai, up by INR 1,000/t ($12/t) w-o-w. Meanwhile, three-month London Metal Exchange (LME) aluminium prices increased by 5 per cent w-o-w to around $2,677/t, with stocks at LME-registered warehouses declining by 1 per cent. In line with the increase in LME aluminium prices, both imported and domestic aluminium scrap tags rose w-o-w, leading to a slight increase in ADC12 prices in the Delhi and Chennai regions. The current scrap-to-semi-finished spread...
Reaffirming its focus towards environmental sustainability, Radisson Resort Ras Al Khaimah Marjan Island has full-fledged participation witnessed in the Emirates Environmental Group (EEG) Can Collection Drive 2024. Result? Collection of an impressive 30 kilograms of aluminium cans at the resort's significant initiative in an effort to reduce waste, promote recycling, and combat carbon emissions. The 2024 edition of the drive was held at the prestigious RAK Ceramics company, where participants came together to drop off their collections. The event witnessed notable engagement from various business firms, who aided in spreading the message of sustainability across different sectors. From small-scale initiatives to large corporate drives, the event saw participation from numerous and...
Singapore-based start-up Nandina REM is changing the game with a pioneering approach to aircraft recycling. The company transforms materials, including aluminium, into high-quality, ultra-low-emission, and traceable resources for industries like aviation and automotive. These materials can be used in new aircraft and diverse products, such as battery casings for electric vehicles. Nandina REM leverages advanced technology With major global trading houses like Sumitomo and aluminium leaders such as Press Metal on board, Nandina REM leverages advanced technology and material science to preserve the quality of aluminium alloys. By supplying high-grade secondary aluminium to manufacturers, the company helps reduce reliance on primary aluminium, promoting a more sustainable future. “We see...
Jerome Dozol, the chief executive of Tomago Aluminium since July, has recently contradicted the possibility of achieving the venture's agenda to switching to a primarily clean power supply subsequently this decade, citing that the pricing of the energy on offer was too hefty for the Tomago smelter near Newcastle (Australia) to continue operations without government aid. He has asked for 'urgent action' to ensure uninterrupted operations at the specified plant. The existing electricity supply contract to the smelting facility, which employs more than 1000 people, is with AGL Energy and expires at the end of 2028. Image Source: https://www.tomago.com.au/ Tomago conducted a comprehensive sounding of the electricity supply market this year with the goal of positively replacing the AGL...
The United States’ increased focus on the secondary aluminium industry led to a year-on-year decline in its primary aluminium production for another month but a rise in aluminium recovery from scrap. According to the data from the US Geological Survey, the United States’ primary aluminium production in August decreased 6,000 tonnes or 9.7 per cent year-on-year, while scrap recovery gained 17,000 tonnes or 6.07 per cent. Delving deeper into the data, we find the United States’ primary aluminium production in August stood at 56,000 tonnes against 62,000 tonnes in August 2023 and 57,000 tonnes in July 2024. In line with the decline in monthly production, the United States average daily production in August also slipped over the year as well as month. On a year-on-year basis, the daily output...
Alumina prices are still on the rise in the Shanghai Metals Market (SMM). But, after a long wait, the price hike rate has decreased in the past couple of days, sparking hope among aluminium industrial manufacturers, traders and suppliers. Image Source: https://www.britannica.com/ Alumina pricing: Averaged vs provincial On Thursday, the alumina's (averaged) price was listed at RMB 5,673 per tonne, which was W-o-W 1.9 per cent additional, whereas last week Thursday's (November 14) price, which was RMB 5,567 per tonne, stood out to be 4.4 per cent more than the prior week's listed price. Another hopeful trend seen just in a couple of days is the halt to the provincial alumina price hike in the Lianyungang and Bayuquan regions. The average price of alumina towered at RMB 6,050 per tonne...
The Australian Aluminium Council (AAC) is set to strengthen the nation's aluminium industry by incorporating the Australian Aluminium Extrusion Association (AAEA) into its membership and organisational framework. This strategic integration establishes a unified, independent advocacy body representing the entire aluminium sector in Australia. Image Source: Australian Aluminium Council This integration will strengthen the Australian Aluminium Council's mission to foster a greater understanding of the domestic and international aluminium industry. By uniting these organisations, the Council seeks to drive the growth and sustainability of Australia's aluminium sector. As a cornerstone of the global transition to clean energy, aluminium is one of the most essential commodities. With its...
SENIOR Architectural Systems, a pivotal contributor to the new residential scheme, has introduced a trio of innovative products. These products have played an essential role in the metamorphosis of the once derelict site of Glasgow's Grade II listed Meat Market into a thriving community. Image Source: https://www.seniorarchitectural.co.uk/ The new affordable housing scheme, a tribute to the city's historic market area that dates back to the 1870s, has been developed by the housing association Home in Scotland and designed by architects JTP. The development comprises four blocks ranging from four to six storeys that house a total of 252 one and two-bedroom apartments. Accessibility has been paramount, with four individual apartments on each floor arranged around a central stair and lift...
VIVA Composite Panel Pvt. Ltd., Asia's largest aluminium composite panel (ACP) manufacturing company, has stood out with its innovative products in the Prawaas 4.0 exhibition. With a present production capacity of 12 million square meters per annum, VIVA aims to become a pan-India leader in the bus body segment in the coming days. Image Source: https://www.researchgate.net/ The company's selling propositions (USPs) include its vast production capacity, customisation capabilities, and exceptional service. "Our purpose is to become a pan-India leader. Our USP is our production capacity, customised colour, customised width, and most importantly, our serviceability," P S Raju, Zonal Sales Manager – Recreation Vehicles South India, Viva stated. At Prawaas, VIVA also brought forth its target to...
Vedanta's continued endeavour to shift its power sources to renewable energy has led to an agreement with GAIL Gas Limited, a subsidiary of GAIL (India) Limited, for the natural gas supply to Jharsuguda smelter. The transition to natural gas will expectedly become operational from the end of 2025, significantly reducing carbon footprint and minimising CO2 equivalent emissions by 47,292 tonnes annually. Image Source: Vedanta Aluminium This move is a significant part of Vedanta's ongoing journey towards achieving Net Zero emissions by 2050. The expedition contains two main strategies – one is increasing renewable energy usage and the other is creating carbon sinks through extensive afforestation. Natural gas supply from GAIL is primarily destined for Vedanta's upcoming 430-kilo tonnes per...
Kobelco Automotive Aluminum Rolled Products (China) Co., Ltd, a facility of Kobelco Group, has obtained Chain of Custody (CoC) Standard V2 (2022) Certification from the Aluminium Stewardship Initiative for the production and sale of thin automobile aluminium alloy plate and strip. Image Source: Kobelco As the name suggests, the company specialises in producing alumininium automotive components, such as aluminium alloy plates, sheets, and strips, with an annual aluminium capacity of 100,000 tonnes. The plant has production lines for heat treatment, surface treatment, longitudinal cutting, cross-cutting, and cleaning. This year, in March, the facility located in Tianjin, China, bagged the ASI Performance Standard V3 (2022) Certification . The facility of Kobelco Group has received the ASI...
As the industry demand grows, a well-known computer numerical control CNC) machining company, Yijin Hardware, has announced that it will boost its aluminium machining services for varied industrial utilities. Advanced CNC technology coupled with highly skilled employees makes Yijin a precision-machined aluminium components provider catering to industries such as aerospace, automotive and consumer electronics. "Aluminium machining presents unique challenges, especially due to the material's properties. Yijin Hardware is committed to delivering reliable aluminium parts that meet precise industrial specifications," remarked Gavin Yi, CEO of Yijin Hardware. Aluminium is used widely in industries owing to the non-ferrous metal's unique properties like corrosion resistance, durability and...
Mubadala Investment Company, in partnership with Emirates Global Aluminium (EGA), Strata Manufacturing Company, and Khalifa University of Science and Technology, has embarked on an ambitious initiative to create the UAE's first national laboratory and research program focused on high-temperature materials. This joint effort seeks to develop a centre of excellence for both academic and industrial research within the nation, removing the reliance on conducting such studies overseas. Image Source- EGA website Enhancing UAE's research capabilities The initiative marks a major step forward in enhancing the UAE's research capabilities and aligns with the nation's vision of fostering innovation and technological advancement. Situated on Khalifa University's main campus in Abu Dhabi, this...
The Aluminum Association and more than 60 trade associations, corporations and NGOs sent a letter to congressional leaders calling for passage of two critical recycling bills before the end of the year. The Recycling Infrastructure Accessibility Act (RIAA) and the Recycling Composting Accountability Act (RCAA) have both garnered bipartisan support, having progressed through the Senate unanimously in both the 117 th and 118 th Congress. “Increasing and improving recycling of all materials in the United States is good for the economy, the environment and our domestic supply chains,” said Charles Johnson, President & CEO of the Aluminum Association. “As major aluminum industry investments start to come online, it’s critical that our companies have the necessary material to support demand....
