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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Alcoa of Australia Limited has entered into a long-term power agreement with AGL Energy for additional electricity supply for its Portland aluminium smelter in Portland, Victoria. As per the contract signed, AGL Energy Limited, Australia’s leading energy company with electricity, gas, solar, and renewable power services, will supply an additional 287 megawatts (MW) of electricity to Portland smelter until June 30, 2035. AGL also agreed to supply 300 megawatts of electricity to Alcoa’s Portland smelter under the renewed agreement in August 2023. Both the agreements are slated to come into effect on July 1, 2026, providing total 587 megawatts of power to the smelter, which is also owned by CITIC and Marubeni Aluminium Australia. Established in 1986, Portland aluminium smelter is a joint...
The Indian public sector company National Aluminium Company Limited (NALCO), under the Ministry of Mines, delivered a positive financial performance for the fiscal year 2023-24. The company recorded a sales turnover of INR 13,149 crore (USD$ 1.57 billion), reflecting its continued strength in the aluminium industry. NALCO's net profit surged to INR 2,060 crore (approx. USD$248 million), marking a significant increase of INR 516 crore (approx. USD$62.1 million) compared to the previous fiscal year. The company also reported an impressive export turnover of INR 4,275.73 crore, underscoring its strong presence in international markets. This performance highlights NALCO's resilience and growth, cementing its position as a key player in India's aluminium sector. During its 43rd Annual General...
In a significant milestone for the Indian aluminium industry, Vedanta Aluminium, the nation's leading producer, has taken the lead in receiving the prestigious Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) certification for its aluminium wire rods and rolled products (sheets. plates and strips) as the government's new quality regulations come into effect. The BIS certification covers products manufactured at both Vedanta's BALCO facility in Chhattisgarh and its Jharsuguda unit in Odisha, reinforcing the company's position as an industry leader committed to quality and innovation. The mandatory BIS certification, introduced by the Indian Ministry of Commerce and Industry in partnership with the Ministry of Mines, is part of a broader regulatory framework to ensure quality control across aluminium and...
The Global Beverage Can Circularity Alliance, formed following COP28, is unveiling its global advocacy plan at Climate Week NYC. Developed by Roland Berger, this plan outlines actions, investments, and policies tailored to track the usage of domestic aluminium cans, waste management systems, and socio-economic conditions across 140 countries. The Alliance, backed by the Aluminum Association, the Can Manufacturers Institute (CMI), and the International Aluminium Institute (IAI), will host an international strategy event during Climate Week NYC. This event aims to discuss strategies for achieving nearly 100 per cent recycling of aluminium beverage cans by 2050. Each member company of the Alliance has pledged to announce at least one investment by COP30 to support the global recycling...
Panda Alüminyum, one of Europe's leading producers of flat-rolled aluminium, has joined the Aluminium Stewardship Initiative (ASI) as the new Downstream Supporter member. Panda Alüminyum specialises in producing high-quality aluminium flat rolled products with thicknesses ranging from 9 µm to 2 mm since 2006. The company offers a diverse range of premium products tailored to various industries, including packaging, automotive, consumer goods, cooling systems, and other industrial applications. Panda Aluminium is part of the Panda Group and operates a facility in Ankara, Türkiye. "Due to our sustainability and responsible production strategies we look forward to share experiences with ASI and contribution to all stakeholders through aluminium value chain," said Kemal Sultanoglu, General...
Coca-Cola's Georgia, the canned coffee brand, has adopted Toyo Seikan's lightest aluminium can, specifically the 185 g products, with mass production starting in August at Coca-Cola Bottlers Japan's Ibaraki and Saitama plants. The Japanese packaging manufacturer (Toyo Seikan) launched its state-of-the-art lightweight can in April 2024, a 190 ml model that used just 6.1 grams of aluminium, making it approximately 13 per cent lighter than conventional cans. As recognition of their innovation, Toyo Seikan and Coca-Cola Japan jointly received the 'Appropriate Packaging Award' in the packaging technology category at the Japan Packaging Contest 2024 for developing the world's lightest aluminium can. Compression Bottom Reform (CBR) technology The achievement was made possible through Compression...
TSUBAKI KABELSCHLEPP has introduced aluminium hole stays from its LG series, designed to significantly enhance the service life of cable carriers and contribute to improved sustainability of the overall system. These small but impactful components offer several advantages, including optimal routing for even the heaviest cables and hoses within the neutral bending line. Additionally, the hole stays provide flexibility with 1-mm increments for precise adjustments, simplifying both installation and maintenance. This innovation underscores the company's commitment to advancing durability and efficiency in industrial applications. Werner Eul, Head of Industry & Product Management at TSUBAKI KABELSCHLEPP explained, "The less strain is placed on cables and hoses inside a cable carrier, the...
Crealis, a global leader in providing closure solutions for still and sparkling wines, spirits, beers, olive oil and vinegar, has launched 'Symbiosis', the next generation of foils. Primarily crafted from FSC-certified paper and aluminium, this innovation marks the phase-out of plastic in sparkling foils, with paper and aluminium now taking centre stage in a new era of eco-friendly closure solutions. Derived from the Greek words "syn" (together) and "bios" (life), "Symbiosis" emphasises the harmonious and lasting relationship between two high-value materials: paper and aluminium. These Symbiosis foils will make their debut at Luxe Pack in Monaco (September 30 - October 2) and will subsequently be showcased at various events across Europe and beyond. 44% aluminium and 48% paper This...
According to the Shanghai Metal Market (SMM), today, the weekends have a surge in average prices of raw materials like alumina by RMB 16 per tonne, reaching RMB 4,074 per tonne. This brings the price higher by RMB 158 per tonne in one month from RMB 3,916 per tonne. The price has increased in some of the key regions. Like in Guizhou, the average price reached RMB 4,050 per tonne, up by RMB 25 per tonne from the previous day. Henan, Shanxi, and Guangxi regions experience price hikes of RMB 20 per tonne, RMB 15 per tonne and RMB 10 per tonne to officially close at RMB 4,060 per tonne, RMB 4,140 per tonne and RMB 4,045 per tonne respectively. Also, Australian alumina FOB price has ascended by US$ 5 per tonne after two weeks, bringing the price higher by US$ 29 per tonne with an average of...
Aluminium is an essential component of the global economy. The rising demand for green metal clearly shows that no matter how many setbacks or blips come across, the market or the need for this green metal will never decrease. Below is a recap of the events which unfolded in the upstream aluminium sector throughout the week. The upstream sector includes bauxite, alumina, and primary aluminium. The Baphlimali Bauxite Mines in Odisha, operated by Utkal Alumina, a subsidiary of Hindalco Industries Limited under the Aditya Birla Group, has been awarded the prestigious Misrilal Jain Environment Award for 2023-24. Indonesia's President Joko Widodo has inaugurated a $941 million smelter-grade alumina refinery in West Kalimantan, operated by state miner Aneka Tambang (Antam) and state-owned...
Axilone, a leading global luxury cosmetic packaging manufacturer for skincare, fragrance, and colour cosmetics, in collaboration with Aludium, one of Europe's leading aluminium suppliers, have teamed up to introduce an aluminium to the market that reduces the carbon footprint by over 24 per cent compared to the average carbon footprint for primary aluminium 1 sold in Europe 2 . When compared to primary aluminium produced in China, it results in an average carbon footprint reduction of 76 per cent 3 . Axilone will utilise Aludium's leading, certified, and independently verified low-carbon aluminium for its cosmetic packaging components. ECO P7 Aluminium generates less than 7 tonnes of CO 2 equivalent per tonne of aluminium, from raw material extraction through to delivery 4 . This...
Constellium is pleased to announce a partnership with Tesem, a global leader in luxury packaging, to advance sustainable aluminium production through an initiative called "Closing the Loop." This collaboration underscores Constellium's dedication to reducing environmental impact and promoting circular economy practices. Through this partnership, Constellium will work closely with Tesem to create a closed-loop system that enables the recycling of high-purity aluminium. Tesem has invested in enhancing its assets to ensure the efficient cleaning and preparation of aluminium scrap. Both companies' R&D teams have collaborated to ensure the scrap meets the stringent quality standards required and to adjust casting parameters to integrate higher levels of recycled material. This innovative...
Novelis Inc., the premier manufacturer of flat-rolled aluminium goods and the global leader in aluminium rolling and recycling, has unveiled a new sustainability initiative designed to promote aluminium as the preferred material for circular solutions. Under the Novelis 3x30 Initiative, the company is committed to establishing ambitious carbon-related sustainability goals and pinpointing priorities to enhance its decarbonisation and circularity efforts. The Novelis 3x30 Initiative builds on the company's prior sustainability accomplishments, which include a 10 percentage point increase in average recycled content and a 27 per cent reduction in carbon emissions for fiscal year (FY) 2024 compared to its FY16 baseline. These achievements have positioned Novelis at the forefront of the...
The Aluminium Stewardship Initiative (ASI) is a collaborative endeavour aimed at enhancing sustainability throughout the aluminium value chain. Achieving ASI certification demonstrates the dedication of both aluminium producers and users to maintain rigorous standards in social responsibility, environmental stewardship, and ethical practices, fostering mutual benefits for all stakeholders involved. On Wednesday, September 25, ASI announced the joining of ARZYZ, a Mexican company, as its new Production and Transformation member. Established in 1980, ARZYZ specialises in manufacturing aluminium alloys and the trade of non-ferrous metals. The company is deeply committed to aluminium recycling and the circular economy, maximising the value derived from recovering materials like scrap and...
L’OCCITANE Travel Retail is excited to make its vibrant return to the renowned TFWA World Exhibition & Conference in Cannes, taking place from September 30 to October 3, 2024. The premium sustainable beauty brand has been promoting sustainability by incorporating aluminium in its packaging. Highlights of TFWA World Exhibition Renowned for its commitment towards sustainability, L'OCCITANE Group will highlight its flagship brand, L'OCCITANE en Provence, alongside leading names such as Sol de Janeiro, ELEMIS, and Erborian, reinforcing its dedication to innovation and global expansion within the premium beauty sector. 'We are excited to bring our multi-brand presence to TFWA Cannes. It's been an exciting year for L'OCCITANE Travel Retail with the hugely successful roll-out of ever-more bold,...
In a recent conversation with one of the leading Indian news media, Jamie Dimon, a seasoned financial expert and the CEO of JPMorgan, shared his insights on the global economy's challenges. He underscored that despite lingering concerns over inflation and recession, the U.S. and India are demonstrating remarkable resilience. "There's a lot of noise about recession — the U.S., Europe, and a slowing China," Dimon said, acknowledging the global uncertainty. He noted that while China's economic growth has decelerated, India is performing exceptionally well. The U.S. economy, too, has exceeded expectations, weathering economic headwinds better than many anticipated. Dimon's comments reflect a nuanced understanding of the global economic landscape as nations grapple with inflationary pressures,...
Aluminium Duffel is proud to announce the launch of its new logo, and at the same time, they celebrate the commissioning of their new milling installation. Mind over metal The new logo, shaped into a heraldic shield, is a powerful symbol that reflects the company's core values: Change & Courage, People & Power, and Excellence & Teamwork. The shield is made up of three dynamic red lines. The lines symbolise movement and strength – essential elements of the aluminium products and the organisation. In addition to the new logo, Aluminium Duffel also introduced a new baseline: "mind over metal". This phrase embodies the spirit of the organisation. This means we do more than just produce metal; we make metal with a purpose behind it. "The new brand identity and logo are a promise to our...
Alusort LLC, a 50/50 joint venture between Hydro and PADNOS, has launched operations of its new aluminium scrap sorting line, utilising cutting-edge HySort technology at PADNOS’s facility in Grandville, Michigan. This new line will supply Hydro’s recycling plants in Cassopolis and Henderson with raw post-consumer scrap, supporting the large-scale production of Hydro CIRCAL – a low-carbon aluminium product made with at least 75 per cent post-consumer scrap. Hydro teamed up with PADNOS Commercial operations for Hydro’s cutting-edge scrap sorting technology have begun at PADNOS’s facility in Grandville, Michigan. Ten months ago, Hydro, the Norwegian aluminium and renewable energy leader, partnered with scrap management firm PADNOS to establish Alusort LLC. The proprietary HySort technology,...
