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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Fort Wayne, Indiana-based MetalX LLC has appointed Stan Gish as the new President and Chief Operating Officer of MMX Aluminium, the company’s forthcoming aluminium slab production facility in Defiance, Ohio. MetalX highlights Gish’s extensive experience and leadership as crucial assets in its expansion into recycled-content aluminium production. “Gish is a highly respected figure in the aluminium industry, with a remarkable history of success,” the company states, emphasising the value he brings to their future growth. According to the company, Gish began his career at Logan Aluminium in Kentucky. He later held positions at Alcan Aluminium and joined Tri-Arrows Aluminium, also in Kentucky, where he served as Vice President of Operations. After his time at Tri-Arrows, Gish established a...
Indonesia's President Joko Widodo has inaugurated a $941 million smelter-grade alumina refinery operated by state miner Aneka Tambang (Antam) and state-owned aluminium producer Inalum in the West Kalimantan province. The refinery boasts a production capacity of 1 million metric tonnes of alumina annually, requiring 3.3 million tonnes of bauxite as input. Indonesia, rich in natural resources, is focused on strengthening its domestic mineral processing industry rather than exporting raw materials. "The domestic aluminium demand is 1.2 million tonnes, 56% is imported while we have the raw material. When these are all completed, we can stop the import," added Joko Widodo. The country has attracted significant investment in nickel processing plants following the export ban on unprocessed...
According to the Shanghai Metals Market (SMM) survey, as of September 24, 2024, the average alumina price has shown steady growth, indicating the growing demand for the raw materials. As of today, the alumina price has surged by RMB 13 per tonne to peg at RMB 4,039 per tonne. Region wise price rise for alumina: The average alumina price has increased in all regions except Henan, Lianyungang and Bayuquan. As per the SMM data, the price in Shanxi has heightened by RMB 25 per tonne with an average of RMB 4,085 per tonne. Shandong and Guizhou regions experienced a hike in price by RMB 10 per tonne to close at RMB 4,010 per tonne and RMB 4,015 per tonne, respectively. Also, in Guangxi, the price has increased by RMB 15 per tonne, averaging at RMB 4,025 per tonne. Rising demand from aluminium...
The Baphlimali Bauxite Mines, located in Odisha and operated by Utkal Alumina, a subsidiary of Hindalco Industries Limited under the Aditya Birla Group, has been honoured with the esteemed Misrilal Jain Environment Award for 2023-24. The award, presented by Shri V.L. Kanta Rao, I.A.S., Secretary to the Government of India, Ministry of Mines, was conferred during a ceremony organised by the Federation of Indian Mineral Industries (FIMI). Rabi Mishra, Unit Head at Utkal Alumina, said, "We are honoured to receive this recognition, which reflects our dedication to preserving the environment while meeting the growing demand for bauxite. This award belongs to the entire team whose hard work and passion drive our sustainability initiatives." This recognition highlights the Baphlimali team's...
The previous trading day, LME aluminium opened at US$2,485 per tonne, with a high of US$2,499 per tonne and a low of US$2,456 per tonne, closing at US$2,486 per tonne, up US$1 per tonne, an increase of 0.04 per cent. On Monday, September 23, both LME aluminium cash bid price and LME aluminium official settlement price slumped by US$21 per tonne or 0.84 per cent and US$22 per tonne or 0.88 per cent to clock at US$2,454 per tonne and US$2,455 per tonne. As per the price graph, 3-month bid price and 3-month offer price dropped by US$33 per tonne or 1.31 per cent and US$32.5 per tonne or 1.29 per cent to settle at US$2,471 per tonne and US$2,472 per tonne. December 25 bid price and December 25 offer price lost US$25 per tonne or 0.95 per cent to dock at US$2,580 per tonne and US$2,585 per...
FUJIFILM North America Corporation, Graphic Communication Division, on September 23, 2024 released the following statement from Hidetoshi (Toshi) Kino, general manager, Graphic Communication Division, FUJIFILM North America Corporation, regarding the U.S. Department of Commerce (DOC) final calculation on the size of the antidumping (AD) and countervailing duties (CVD) on imports of aluminium lithographic printing plates from Japan and China: "Fujifilm vigorously opposes the imposition of additional tariffs on imports of aluminium lithographic printing plates, which are already increasing costs for the entire printing plate market, as well as for every American industry, business, and consumer that relies on products and materials that printing plates produce." "During the International...
Scandium Canada Ltd. has filed a provisional patent with the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) for its innovative aluminium alloy powders explicitly designed for additive manufacturing (3D printing) applications. The patent, titled "Aluminum Alloy Powders for Additive Manufacturing: Methods of Producing the Same and Uses Thereof", marks a major milestone in the company's ongoing efforts to expand its technological and intellectual property portfolio. In addition to its core focus on advancing the Crater Lake scandium and rare earth project, Scandium Canada has successfully developed two proprietary aluminium-scandium (Al-Sc) alloys in collaboration with McMaster University in Ontario. These alloys have been specifically tailored for 3D printing applications, enabling more...
The Aluminium Federation (ALFED) is pleased to announce the launch of its latest report, “The Aluminium Industry in the UK,” produced in collaboration with the Fraser of Allander Institute (FAI) at the University of Strathclyde. Released during the week of the UK Metals Expo, this report comes at a critical time when metals manufacturing and processing are in the spotlight, highlighting the vital role of aluminium in the UK’s economy and its path towards sustainability. The report reveals that the wider aluminium industry supports the employment of 108,000 FTE jobs across the UK and the contribution of £9.4 billion in GVA to the UK economy. The aluminium production sector alone accounts for £1.9 billion in GVA and supports 16,500 jobs, showcasing the industry’s significant economic...
Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi, Masdar's Youth 4 Sustainability (Y4S) has announced the registration opening for its 2025 program. Y4S is a global initiative dedicated to nurturing the next generation of sustainability leaders. As the world navigates a crucial energy transition, Y4S equips young people with essential skills, knowledge, and networks needed for tomorrow's job market to drive a sustainable future. As applications for the 2025 cohort opened on September 19, Y4S participants, past and present, talked about the skills and benefits they have gained personally from participating in a global initiative, preparing them to be the next generation of sustainability leaders and change makers. Y4S offers two...
Leading the way in sustainable logistics, the Woodland Group and Ball Corporation have always prioritised transparency, social responsibility, and carbon footprint reduction. In addition, the company is intensifying its focus on supply chain sustainability, exploring alternative fuels and EV technology in partnership with Ball Corporation, a leader in sustainable aluminium packaging. This dedication has been highlighted by key accomplishments, including earning the prestigious gold EcoVadis certification and installing solar panels at major locations. These initiatives now enable the company to source over 60 per cent of its energy from renewable sources. Collab between Woodland Group and Ball Corporation The collaboration between Woodland Group and Ball Corporation is dedicated to...
Suntory Oceania has begun production at its AU$400 million (US$260.8 million) facility in Australia, with plans to manufacture its ready-to-drink (RTD) brands by mid-2025. Underpinned by quality, craftsmanship and a strong sense of purpose, Suntory's spirits division, Suntory Global Spirits, teamed up with its beverage subsidiary, Frucor Suntory, last year. The brand is also known for its sustainable initiatives, like incorporating 100 per cent recycled aluminium cans for its limited edition drinks. A key part of the upcoming RTD venture is constructing a net-zero facility in Ipswich, Queensland, marking the largest investment in Australia's fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) sector in over a decade. The partnership was done to form an AU$3 billion (US$1.96 billion) venture across...
In the first half of 2024, members of the Tubes, Cans, and Impact Extruded Parts Association (FV-TDF) of Aluminium Deutschland reported a decline in deliveries of aluminium tubes and aerosol cans to domestic customers. A total of 397 million aluminium tubes were delivered to Germany, representing a 6.4 per cent drop in cumulative deliveries compared to the very strong period of the previous year. For aluminium aerosol cans, 277 million units were delivered in the first half of 2024, marking a 10.3 per cent decrease compared to the first half of last year. Shift in market dynamics and export trends In contrast to national statistics showing a decline, European statistics for aluminium tubes indicate a 1.1% increase in deliveries to Germany in the first half of 2024, highlighting an...
Alupro, the Aluminium Packaging Recycling Organisation, has partnered with Cherwell District Council to launch a new metal packaging recycling campaign. The ‘MetalMatters’ programme is designed to help increase kerbside recycling rates and raise awareness of the benefits of recycling household packaging made from metal. The digital, postal and in-person campaign will allow residents to learn more about the best way to recycle metal items, whether from the comfort of their homes or at their local household recycling centre. Councillor Ian Middleton, portfolio holder for neighbourhood services at Cherwell District Council, said, “Reduce, reuse and recycle is a key mantra at the heart of our priorities as a council and we know our residents do a brilliant job of recycling, but some may not...
China’s primary aluminium imports recorded month-on-month and year-on-year increases in August 2024, while exports showed a downtrend, suggesting an impressive domestic demand for the primary metal over the rest of the world. China’s domestic aluminium processing enterprises have received new orders that require primary aluminium for production prior to the implementation of tariffs by many countries on Chinese aluminium. Lower aluminium prices on the London Metal Exchange than on the Shanghai Futures Exchange could also be linked to China’s higher imports as the wide price gap led domestic downstream manufacturers to source raw materials from abroad, whilst overseas manufacturers refrained from sourcing Chinese metal. According to the General Administration of Customs, China’s primary...
Platinum Equity, a Los Angeles-based private equity firm, is reportedly in negotiations to acquire Trivium Packaging for over $3.5 billion, according to Bloomberg sources familiar with the matter. The firm is working to finalise an agreement with Trivium's current owners, the Ontario Teachers' Pension Plan (OTPP) Board and Ardagh Group, within the coming weeks, the sources, who requested anonymity, revealed. While talks are ongoing, the deal is not yet guaranteed. Ardagh and OTPP had previously explored selling Trivium in 2021 but decided against it. In June, packaging company Sonoco withdrew from the bidding to acquire Trivium Packaging after signing a deal to purchase European food can manufacturer Eviosys for around $3.9 billion. According to media reports, representatives from Ardagh,...
In August 2024, the Oceania region played a critical role in driving the world’s primary aluminium production. In tandem with a month-on-month drop in the region’s primary aluminium production, the world’s output decreased from the record high level but was largely offset by stable production volume in other parts of the world. With the decrease in primary aluminium production across the Oceania region, its contribution to the global output dipped from 2.62 per cent in July to 2.49 per cent in August 2024. According to the International Aluminium Institute, the world’s primary aluminium production in August 2024 slipped from its record high, standing at 6.179 million tonnes versus 6.185 million tonnes in July. However, on a year-on-year basis, the output stood impressively high at 1.2 per...
The National Technical Committee for Standardisation of Nonferrous Metals has forwarded the notice from the National Standardisation Administration announcing the release of the fourth batch of recommended national standard plans and their foreign language versions for 2024. Notably, the national standard plan for aluminium and aluminium alloy plates and strips for New Energy Power Battery Cases and Covers, led by the Chinalco Materials Institute, has been approved, along with its foreign language version. Revised Standards to Support Growth in New Energy Vehicle Industry This standard revision aims to support the rapid growth of the new energy vehicle industry and to utilise standards to guide and enhance the high-quality development of green intelligent manufacturing. The project, led...
As of 23rd September 2024, according to the Shanghai Metal Market (SMM), the week initiated with a surge in alumina price by RMB 20 per tonne to officially close at RMB 4,026 per tonne. This brings the average price higher from the same day the previous month by RMB 119 per tonne from RMB 3,907 per tonne. The average price has increased in almost all the regions, with the highest increase in the Shanxi region by RMB 30 per tonne to peg at RMB 4,060 per tonne. Also, in Shandong and Guangxi, the price has ascended by RMB 20 per tonne, averaging at RMB 4000 per tonne and RMB 4010 per tonne. In Henan and Guizhou regions, the average is up by RMB 10 per tonne, with an average of RMB 4,025 per tonne and RMB 4,005 per tonne, respectively. China’s A00 aluminium ingot market initiated the week...
