Emirates Global Aluminium, the largest industrial company in the United Arab Emirates outside oil and gas, today announced a technology upgrade pilot at the company’s Al Taweelah smelter, which will further improve productivity and efficiency. The pilot upgrades to 13 DX technology reduction cells will be used to prove the performance of the new technology, called E40, before industrialisation across all 808 DX technology reduction cells at potlines 1 and 2 at Al Taweelah. If applied to all 808 reduction cells, EGA’s E40 technology has the potential to increase hot metal production from the two potlines by 67 thousand tonnes per year, while reducing net specific energy consumption and associated carbon dioxide emissions from power generation by approximately six per cent per tonne of...
Maaden’s aluminium business delivered a stronger Q2 2026 performance, with revenue rising 49 per cent year on year to USD 1.01 billion, supported by higher aluminium production and stronger realised prices. According to industry sources, Maaden’s aluminium business produced 242,000 tonnes in Q2 2026, while realised aluminium prices reached USD 3,915 per tonne, up 51 per cent. The combination of higher aluminium output and stronger realised prices helped drive the 49 per cent increase in Maaden aluminium revenue to USD 1.01 billion. The growth came alongside gains in both volume and pricing rather than from a one-off accounting effect. The stronger Q2 performance puts aluminium prices in focus for Maaden’s earnings. With realised aluminium prices reaching USD 3,915 per tonne, the company...
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Sparklo, a global cleantech company, has reached a significant milestone in its mission to revolutionise recycling and promote sustainability. Since last year, the company has expanded from 100 to over 300 innovative reverse vending machines (RVMs), known as Sparklomats, installed across the MENA region. Moreover, Sparklo has collected over 50 million bottles in the MENA region, achieving a remarkable year-on-year growth of 1000 per cent. Sparklo collects over 200,000 bottles and aluminium cans daily using advanced UAE-based technology. The company developed strong strategic partnerships with private and government entities across the MENA region, including key industry players such as ADNOC, Lulu, Carrefour, Dubai Municipality, and the Environmental Agency Abu Dhabi (EAD). In...
According to LME data released on October 10, 2024, the proportion of Russian-origin aluminium stock in London Metal Exchange (LME) approved warehouses saw a marginal decline in September, falling to 66 per cent from 67 per cent in August. However, the data indicated that aluminium of Indian origin experienced a slight uptick, rising to 32 per cent from 31 per cent. Total on-warrant aluminium stocks in LME-registered warehouses, regardless of origin, rose by 13 per cent in September—marking the first increase after three consecutive months of decline. This followed a significant jump in May after the LME decided to ban all Russian aluminium, copper, and nickel produced from April 13 onwards. The ban aimed to comply with sanctions imposed by the US and the UK in response to the...
Lorin Industries, Inc., the global industry leader in the innovation and production of coil anodised aluminium, announces its attendance at MetalCon 2024 , the only annual trade show devoted exclusively to the application of metal in construction and design. The show will be held from October 30 - November 1, 2024 at the Georgia World Congress Center in Atlanta, GA. At the show, experts from Lorin will meet with architects to discuss the benefits of Lorin coil anodised aluminium for cutting-edge architectural projects. Lorin aims to raise awareness of coil anodised aluminium’s benefits compared to other options like painted aluminium, bronze, copper, zinc, stainless steel, titanium, brass, or gold. Anodising is an electro-chemical process that builds an anodic layer from the aluminium,...
On Friday, October 11, the average alumina spot price in China hiked by RMB 27 per tonne to settle at RMB 4,241 per tonne. As per the Shanghai Metals Market (SMM) price analysis, the alumina price on a M-o-M surged by RMB 298 per tonne or 7.55 per cent. As of today, the prices have grown in most of the provinces, with the highest in Guangxi, where it has surged by RMB 40 per tonne to peg at RMB 4,200 per tonne. In Henan, the price has grown by RMB 35 per tonne, followed by a hike of RMB 30 per tonne in Shandong and Guizhou. On the same day the price in Henan closed at RMB 4,260 per tonne, RMB 4,205 per tonne in Shandong and RMB 4,160 per tonne in Guizhou. In Shanxi, the price has risen by RMB 20 per tonne and halted at RMB 4,300 per tonne. Other prices The price of high purity aluminium...
In a bold statement on October 8, 2024, Tony Wenas, President Director of PT Freeport Indonesia, one of the world's leading mining and ore processing companies, expressed his support for the potential removal of government regulations that currently restrict the duration of mining concessions. Wenas highlighted that many countries do not impose time limits on mining operations, provided that concession holders adhere to responsible and sustainable mining practices. This perspective underscores a growing recognition of the need for regulatory frameworks that foster long-term investments in the mining sector while ensuring environmental stewardship. Wenas's comments could pave the way for significant changes in Indonesia's mining policies, promoting a more flexible approach that aligns with...
The Australian Aluminium Council has renewed its call for the inclusion of bauxite, alumina and aluminium to Australia's Critical Minerals list, as a new report highlights growing risks to the sector. The report "Vulnerabilities & Opportunities in Australia's Upstream Aluminium Sectors" highlights the increasing risks to Australia's domestic upstream supply chain due to increased geopolitical risk combined with rising costs and prolonged regulatory approvals. Adding these materials to the Critical Minerals list would not only support Australian industry and job creation but also send a clear signal to international trading partners that Australia is committed to safeguarding its vital role in the global supply of bauxite, alumina and aluminium required for the transition to a low-carbon...
Zouping Hongfa Aluminum Technology has bagged the first-ever Resource Recycling Product Evaluation Certificate in China's aluminium deep processing industry. Over the past year, with support from the enterprise management department, Zouping Hongfa Aluminum Technology conducted an extensive investigation, developed standards, and underwent an on-site audit for resource recycling. This certification, awarded at the highest AAA level, received unanimous praise from the expert group of the China Quality Certification Centre for its excellence in process control. The recycling of green and low-carbon recycled aluminium has become a crucial pathway for the global aluminium industry to achieve sustainable development. Zouping Hongfa Aluminum Company has diligently implemented the group's "Green...
Novelis Inc., an American industrial aluminium company renowned for its flat-rolled product manufacturing and recycling expertise, has signed a strategic three-year agreement with TSR Recycling. This contract strengthens their long-standing partnership to supply approximately 75,000 tonnes of pre-sorted and processed end-of-life aluminium scrap for producing automotive-grade aluminium sheets. This collaboration plays a key role in driving the decarbonisation of the aluminium industry, not only in Europe but globally. “They consist of very specific alloys with pretty tight specifications, made from 100% post-consumer scrap. We have very strict quality management in place. TSR136 in particular was designed as a sustainable P1020 substitute. We designed it with billet producers in mind, and...
In a major milestone for India's aluminium industry, Vedanta Aluminium has become the first smelter in the country to successfully implement the London Metal Exchange (LME) Passport program. This development positions Vedanta Aluminium, India's largest aluminium producer, as only the fifth primary aluminium producer globally to establish a direct digital connection for the submission of Certificates of Analysis (CoA) to the LME's Passport platform. The LME Passport, a digital solution for managing metal quality documentation, automates the submission of CoAs, ensuring streamlined operations, enhanced traceability, and full compliance for metal shipments. By integrating this platform, Vedanta Aluminium is set to improve accessibility and transparency throughout its supply chain while also...
Ashanti Bauxite Limited, a joint venture between the Ghana Integrated Aluminium Development Corporation (GIADEC) and Rocksure International Limited, has announced ambitious plans to develop a bauxite mine with an integrated refinery in the Nyinahin-Mpasaaso area of the Ashanti Region. This initiative is part of the joint venture's Project 2, which aims to strengthen Ghana's global aluminium value chain position. A key milestone for the project was reached with the submission of the company's mining lease to Parliament for ratification, a critical step in moving the project forward. Once approved, the project will kick off in earnest, marking a significant development in the country's bauxite mining and refining ambitions. Notably, the lease includes a groundbreaking provision to allocate...
Aluminium demand in North America (US and Canada) has demonstrated an upward movement through the first half of 2024, marking a 5.2 per cent year-on-year growth, as shown by the Aluminum Association in its monthly Aluminium Situation report. “2024 continues to be a strong year for aluminum demand,” said Charles Johnson, president & CEO of the Aluminum Association. “Customers and end consumers have made it clear that they want sustainable, recyclable materials like aluminum. Our members are investing in production and jobs in the United States to help meet this demand both now and in the future.” Showcasing a steady advancement from 13,365 million pounds in H1 2023, North America’s aluminium demand this year is reported at around 14,056 million pounds. To this growth, aluminium sheet and...
On the second day of ALUMINIUM 2024, apt Group positively summarises its participation in the trade fair. With a comprehensive product portfolio and innovations in aluminium processing, the company has already attracted numerous visitors to its booth (Hall 4, Booth 4F39). Notably, the patented LiteFlap ® , the high-performance heat sinks from the CoolFusion series, and the "Wall of Fame" displaying various complex profiles have garnered significant interest from industry professionals. Michael Zint, CEO of apt Group, said, "Our expectations have been exceeded." "Our discussions with industry experts show that our technologies not only meet the demand for sustainable solutions but also significantly enhance the competitiveness of our customers through high-quality end products." The first...
Novelis, the world's leading aluminium flat-rolled products and aluminium recycler, is gearing up for high alloy recycling and strongly focuses on sustainable solutions for new industry standards. Novelis proclaims to effectively transition towards a circular economy as the company consistently promotes new closed-loop material cycles, collaborating intensively with clients, suppliers, and associates, recycling production and end-of-life product scrap. "Our priority to establish closed-loop material cycles and low-carbon aluminium solutions demonstrates that sustainability is at the heart of our corporate strategy," says SVP & President Novelis Europe while attending the Aluminium 2024 trade show in Dusseldorf, also stating, "Our product innovations and commitment to continuously increase...
China's non-ferrous metal market has seen a historical price movement of the average alumina spot price as it has leapt by RMB 44 per tonne overnight to exceed RMB 4,200 per tonne. According to the Shanghai Metals Market, China's domestic alumina price clocked at RMB 4,214 per tonne on Thursday, October 10, marking a month-on-month surge of 6.9 per cent from RMB 3,942 per tonne. In Henan, the alumina price has expanded by RMB 65 per tonne to stand at RMB 4,225 per tonne, with average prices likely to range between RMB 4,150 and 4,300 per tonne. In Shanghai, the price has gained RMB 45 per tonne to peg at RMB 4,175 per tonne, followed by an increase of RMB 30 per tonne in Shanxi and Guangxi to stand at RMB 4,280 per tonne and RMB 4,160 per tonne, respectively. However, the Australian...
TOMRA Sorting GmbH has been awarded the gold medal by EcoVadis for its sustainability performance, highlighting the company's progress in the areas of environment, labor and human rights, ethics and sustainable procurement. As part of a comprehensive sustainability strategy, TOMRA's ambition is to lead the Resource Revolution while becoming a fully circular business that is safe, fair and inclusive. TOMRA Sorting GmbH, the Germany-based entity of TOMRA Recycling, has been awarded the gold medal by the world's leading provider of independent sustainability assessments, EcoVadis. This is the third time that the leader in sensor-based sorting technology for recycling has taken part in the assessment, and this year TOMRA was able to significantly improve its performance compared to the...
India, often hailed as the land of gods and goddesses, has stepped into its vibrant festival season of 2024. This week marks the beginning of the grandest celebration in the eastern part of the country—Durga Puja. The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO) in 2021 inscribed Kolkata’s Durga Puja on the list of Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity, which is the first time in Asia, giving the Bengalis and Indians a reason to rejoice. UNESCO recognised Durga Puja for its cultural significance. It draws millions of devotees and spectators to the streets, where they marvel at the artistic grandeur of the goddess Durga in her many forms. From intricately crafted clay and metal idols to modern fibreglass depictions, the goddess rises majestically from...
Rio Tinto has reportedly signed a contract with Arcadium Lithium plc, agreeing to acquire the latter for US$5.85 per share in an all-cash transaction. This acquisition will bring Arcadium’s world-class lithium business into Rio Tinto’s portfolio, expanding it from aluminium, copper, and iron ore to lithium. This acquisition, expected to close in mid-2025, will signify a groundbreaking collaboration between the aluminum and lithium industries. Lithium is an essential component used alongside aluminium for manufacturing aluminium-lithium (Al-Li) alloys used in aerospace technology and aeronautic applications because of its low density. Adding 1 per cent lithium by mass to aluminium reduces alloy’s density by 3 per cent and increases elastic modulus by 6 per cent. Lithium-aluminium is also...
Norsk Hydro, the Norwegian aluminium and renewable energy company, has signed a letter of intent with Dutch yacht builder Vaan Yachts BV to advance circularity in the yachting industry. Building on five years of collaboration, the two companies aim to develop aluminium sheet material for Vaan's premium catamarans with the highest possible share of recycled post-consumer scrap. Aims to reduce carbon footprint The goal is to achieve a carbon footprint of no more than 2 kg CO2e per kg of aluminium by 2025, which is half the footprint of Vaan's current hull plates and approximately 7.5 times lower than the global average for primary aluminium production. "At Vaan, we use aluminium for our catamarans not just for its strength and low maintenance but because it's fully recyclable. Our yachts...
