Caterpillar today launched the Cat® 355 Hydraulic Excavator and Cat D5 Dozer for mining and heavy infrastructure applications, and the Cat 120 GC Motor Grader for road construction, at bauma CONEXPO India 2026. Visitors can experience Caterpillar’s integrated portfolio at stall O.E20 at the India Expo Centre in Delhi NCR from September 15-18. Visitors can explore Caterpillar’s integrated portfolio of Cat and SEM machines, connected technologies, aftermarket services, financing solutions, rental and used equipment, FG Wilson gensets and work tools. The showcase demonstrates how Caterpillar and its dealers combine equipment, technology and support services to help customers improve productivity, and safety and lower operating costs. Solutions for quarry, mining and heavy infrastructure The...
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...
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As of Tuesday, November 12, the Shanghai Metals Market has continued on an upward price trajectory for alumina, with some of the province's prices reaching close to RMB 6000 per tonne. The average alumina price was RMB 5,490 per tonne, an additional RMB 49 compared to the previous day's pricing. Image Source: https://www.mudeffects.com/ Regional spike The alumina prices in the Lianyungang and Bayuquan regions have gained another RMB 100 per tonne, making them the regions showcasing the highest-priced alumina region among all listed provinces. Prices in both regions ranged from RMB 5,760-5,840 per tonne (average RMB 5,800 per tonne). The M-o-M price spike in the two Chinese port regions is a whopping 45 per cent. As for the rest of the regions, Shandong, Guizhou and Guangxi's pricing...
Regarded as one of the world’s top oil producers, Nigeria, with a population of more than 200 million, has struggled with significant challenges, including inadequate job creation, limited opportunities, mismanagement, etc. Out of these, electricity is one of the major issues of concern. Image Source - IndiaMART As per the latest reports, the Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) has stated a new incident involving vandals targeting its 330kV Lokoja-Gwagwalada transmission line. As Nigerians are already under havoc impacted by the recent vandalism of the 330kV Shiroro-Kaduna transmission lines, this news comes as another blow to the region. Grid failures are frequent in Nigeria, where the power sector struggles due to insufficient investment. This year, the national grid has collapsed 10...
Iran's state-run metals and mining company IMIDRO announced on November 10 that the cumulative aluminium ingot output in four principal smelters in the country of South Aluminum Corporation, IRALCO, Almahdi Aluminium Company, and Iran Alumina Company attained 352,423 tonnes in the first seven months plus till October 21. Whereas, in the same period in 2023, the production was slightly high, 367,091 tonnes (a difference of 14668 tonnes). Image Source: Iran Alumina Company IMIDRO has disclosed that the nation's largest aluminium smelter, the South Aluminum Corporation (SALCO), has manufactured over 144,000 tonnes, which is close to 41 per cent of the country's total turnout from April to Octoberr, 2024. SALCO entered operation in 2018 as the Iranian government strategised to facilitate...
The Emirates Environmental Group (EEG) proudly announced the successful conclusion of the 28th cycle of its national initiative, the 'Can Collection Drive,' held on November 9th, encompassing all of Emirates. Under the theme "With a 'Can do' attitude, the future is in our hands," the programme aims to raise awareness about the importance of waste segregation at the source and the value of recycling aluminium cans. Image Source: Mid east information It also seeks to engage businesses and the wider community in adopting sustainable habits. Launched in 1997 as EEG's first action programme, this campaign was designed to actively involve all segments of society. It is part of EEG's ongoing dedication to fostering sustainable practices across various sectors in the UAE. Sustainable initiative...
Emirates Global Aluminium (EGA), the world's largest producer of premium aluminium, has announced the extension of its CelestiAL-R supply agreement with the BMW Group for the coming years. CelestiAL-R is notable for being the world's first aluminium blend made using solar power and recycled metal. The BMW Group incorporates EGA's CelestiAL-R in the production of high-quality aluminium components for its vehicles. To commemorate the renewal of this significant agreement, Oliver Zipse, Chairman of the Board of Management at BMW AG, visited EGA's facility in Jebel Ali and Dubai Electricity & Water Authority's Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Solar Park. EGA's partnership with the BMW Group began in 2013, and the BMW Group became the first customer to source CelestiAL solar aluminium in 2021....
Hamdan Bin Mohammed Smart University (HBMSU) and Emirates Global Aluminium (EGA) have formalised a strategic partnership through the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU). This collaboration aims to enhance opportunities in talent acquisition, professional development, scientific research focused on sustainability, and initiatives in digital transformation. Image Source: HBMSU The MoU was signed by Khalid Essa Buhumaid, Senior Vice President of EGA, and Athba Al Kamdah, Vice Chancellor of Institutional Resources & Services at HBMSU. The signing ceremony was attended by college deans, university administrators, and key representatives from EGA. About the partnership The partnership also includes sponsoring talented learners and innovators and supporting the development of...
The Odisha government approved 15 new industrial projects on Friday, amounting to a total investment of INR 3,353 crore and expected to create 4,637 jobs. The decision was made during a State-Level Single Window Clearance Authority (SLSWCA) meeting chaired by Chief Secretary Manoj Ahuja. Aluminium sector projects These projects span various sectors, including aluminium, chemicals or renewable energy, steel, manufacturing, textiles & apparel, tourism, pharmaceuticals and cement. The projects will be carried out in districts such as Koraput, Khurda, Baragarh, Puri, Cuttack, and Jharsuguda. The downstream aluminium sector will also see significant development as HM Power and Cables Pvt. Ltd. will set up a manufacturing plant for aluminium conductors, power cables, and wires in Jharsuguda....
The SMM alumina price has experienced a challenging momentum since the beginning of September. The average alumina spot price has shown unprecedented growth, reflecting a Y-o-Y spike of RMB 2,435 per tonne or 81 per cent from RMB 3006 per tonne recorded on November 13, 2023. Image Source: Itaforte Region-wise price analysis As of today, the price has hiked to RMB 5,441 per tonne after growing by RMB 50 per tonne. The alumina prices have grown in all the provinces, with the highest in Lianyungang and Bayuquan, where it has surged by RMB 100 per tonne to reach RMB 5,700 per tonne. On the same day, the alumina prices in Shanxi and Henan have added RMB 50 per tonne to clock at RMB 5,550 per tonne and RMB 5,450 per tonne. The prices in Shandong, Guizhou and Guangxi have ascended by RMB 50 per...
The ASX-listed Australian company with a portfolio of high-grade bauxite in Africa, Lindian Resources Ltd has entered into binding agreements with Enterprise Generale d’Entretien & Construction and Lancinet Dabo, granting them a 10-year lease and operational rights for the Woula Bauxite Project in Guinea, West Africa. This arrangement secures Lindian a passive annual royalty stream. The lessees, both well-established in Guinea with strong ties to the government and mining ministry, plan to commence construction within eight months. Their initial production goal is set at 2 million tonnes per year. Generale d'Entretien & Construction's Lancinet Dabo said, "We are delighted to have secured this binding agreement with Lindian for the Woula Bauxite Project, a unique, low-cost, fast start-up...
TOP International Holding Pte Ltd., a leading global mining and resources company, on November 11, 2024, announced the signing of a new bauxite purchase agreement with Lubei Group, a diversified multinational conglomerate and one of China's leading producers in fertilizers, chemicals, and minerals, including bauxite and alumina. The agreement secures the supply of 2 million tonnes of bauxite to the Lubei Group in 2025, underscoring the strength of a strategic partnership that has been growing over the course of this year. Victor Tan, CEO of TOP International , said, "We are thrilled to extend our partnership with Lubei Group into 2025. Since we began working together this year, our collaboration has grown from strength to strength, grounded in our mutual commitment to sustainable and...
As a result of an aluminium shortage, Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) recently reported a significant decline in profits. The luxury carmaker attributed the fall in deliveries to a flooding incident at one of its key aluminium suppliers in Switzerland, severely impacting the production of its high-end SUVs. The aluminium supply constraints have compounded the challenges faced by European automakers, who are already grappling with a slowdown in demand. JLR's rivals, including Porsche AG and Mercedes-Benz Group AG, have also been affected by the same supplier issues, further straining production lines across the industry. The British automaker behind Range Rover and Land Rover vehicles announced on November 8, 2024, that its pretax profit for the three months ending in September decreased by 10 per...
Flow Aluminum, an innovative Albuquerque-based startup at the forefront of energy storage technology, has announced the appointment of Dr Scott Gordon-Wylie as Senior Scientist and Luke Soule as Senior Research Chemist to its expanding team. Known for its groundbreaking aluminium-CO 2 battery technology, Flow Aluminum is attracting top-tier scientific talent. Gordon-Wylie and Soule are joining the company as part of Albuquerque’s growing reputation as a hub for clean energy innovation. Gordon-Wylie and Soule bring a wealth of expertise in chemistry, electrochemistry, and energy storage, strengthening Flow Aluminum’s mission to transform the energy landscape. Building on promising recent test results from the Battery Innovation Centre in Indiana, the two scientists are collaborating in...
This week has brought notable progress in the upstream sector of the aluminium industry, encompassing bauxite, alumina, and primary aluminium. Australia's Metro Mining sets a new monthly record for bauxite shipments in October, reaching 69.5 per cent of its annual target. A key highlight was the increase in alumina prices reported by the Shanghai Metals Market, with the average price reaching RMB 5,391 per tonne. Donald Trump's return to the White House as the 47th President of the United States after defeating Kamala Harris in the 2024 election is already sparking speculation about the potential shifts in global trade policies and economic measures that could impact various industries, including the aluminium sector. Industry experts are keenly observing how his administration's approach...
The Tower of London tourism cruising is undergoing a significant shift towards sustainability. The first-ever electric tourism boat, currently under construction at the Pendennis Shipyard in Cornwall, England, is a testament to this. This vessel, designed for the Tower of London River Tour, will brought to operation by Woods’ Silver Fleet and is anticipated to be a beacon of sustainable tourism in the UK. The pristine vessel is the first of its kind in the United Kingdom, and it is built with lightweight aluminium design-based construction technology. A creative industry-first all-battery drive train incorporated extensive design and power profiling by Vulkan Marine. The team has agreed upon an EST Floattech Octopus Series battery bank, which will be rapidly charged between each tour from...
Hindalco Industries Limited, the Aditya Birla Group metals flagship, has emerged as the World's Most Sustainable Aluminium Company for the fifth consecutive year in the 2024 edition of the S&P Global Corporate Sustainability Assessment (CSA) rankings. Hindalco, the only Aluminium company to secure the top position in the S&P Global CSA, achieved a total score of 87 points (as of 30 October 2024), thereby improving its tally by 9 points from the last year, and is 22 points ahead of its closest peer. The DJSI World Index comprises the top 10 per cent of the largest 2,500 companies by market capitalisation in the S&P Global Broad Market Index based on long-term economic and ESG factors. Satish Pai, Managing Director, Hindalco Industries Ltd. , said, "We have been able to significantly boost...
NASA's Perseverance rover has made a groundbreaking discovery on Mars, identifying unusual 'float rocks' in the Jezero Crater with exceptionally high levels of aluminium oxide (Al₂O₃) content. This distinctive discovery, centred around aluminium-rich rock fragments, is key to possibly providing fresh insights into the history of water on Mars and the geological processes that shaped the planet's surface. This discovery brings new questions and potential clues about the ancient Martian environment and whether it could have supported life. Discovery of aluminium-rich float rocks Perseverance's exploration of Jezero Crater—a 45-kilometre-wide impact basin believed to have once held a lake—has revealed thousands of scattered light-coloured rocks that stand out against the dark volcanic...
Holland America Line has launched a pilot project aimed at reprocessing aluminium cruise ship furniture, focusing on overcoming the challenges of disassembly as part of its broader commitment to promoting circularity in marine design. The initiative seeks to identify smelters specialising in melting down and repurposing this waste metal, which is classified as a critical raw material. Given its high economic value and potential supply risks in regions such as the US and Europe, the project underscores the importance of securing sustainable aluminium sources. Image Source: Holland America Line “We are heavily focused on what we do with our outdoor aluminium furniture. Cruise ships have tonnes of aluminium because it is one of the most durable products you can have when it is exposed to...
RUSAL, one of the world's largest aluminium producers, has launched the development of its own Situational and Analytical Centre (SAC) – a unified dispatch centre for decision-making support and operational efficiency management that will encompass all company divisions. Such production management structures have already become best practices for major enterprises across various industries. They aim to enhance the quality and speed of managerial decision-making, which determines business efficiency and the competitiveness of the products produced. RUSAL's centre will integrate the company's expertise, modern technologies, and data from various sources to monitor the current situation and provide predictive analytics for optimal managerial and production decisions in real-time. "In the...
