Germany’s aluminium foil export market is showing a shift after two years of steady recovery. The upward trend that had returned after the 2023 downturn failed to hold, with shipments slipping again even as some markets continued to show resilience in H1 2026. The change becomes clearer when the recent history is put together. Germany exported 151,000 tonnes in H1 2022, but the volume dropped to 138,000 tonnes in H1 2023, down 8.6 per cent. Exports then began to recover, reaching 141,000 tonnes in H1 2024, up 2.2 per cent, and 144,000 tonnes in H1 2025, an increase of 2.1 per cent, according to ITC data. In H1 2026, however, exports fell back to 140,000 tonnes, down 2.8 per cent year on year. The decline is relatively modest, but it marks a break in the recovery - raising the question of...
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...
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Vedanta Aluminium has received a certification from the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) for its 12 mm aluminium wire rods manufactured at the BALCO facility in Korba, India. In addition, the company has acquired six renewed certifications for other products. Vedanta had launched these 12 mm wire rods last year, particularly for the electrical industry. These wire rods have several applications in power and electrical transmission owing to exceptional conductivity, low weight, and toughness. Vedanta Aluminium was the first company in the Indian aluminium industry to obtain BIS certification for its wide range of aluminium products. Vedanta’s BALCO facility produces EC ingots, alloy ingots, primary ingots, rolled sheets, rolled conductor plates, and rolled plates for general engineering...
Spot prices of aluminium ADC12 alloy ingots (non-OEM) in Delhi NCR and Chennai fell w-o-w, as per BigMint's latest assessment. In the Delhi-NCR region, ADC12 spot prices were assessed at INR 209,000 per tonne ex-Delhi, aligning with domestic tense scrap prices, which settled at INR 175,000 per tonne ex-Delhi. "We have stocked material beforehand and it is not required at least for a month. So, currently need-based purchasing is going on for small quantities". A source said, "Prices will begin to trend upward next month as trading activities, currently slow due to the rains in most regions of India, return to normal. In the meantime, traders are planning to stockpile materials at lower prices,” said a buyer source. Likewise, ADC12 prices in Chennai were reported at INR 211,000 per tonne on...
Isra Vision has upgraded its reliable DecoSTAR solution for inline inspection of decorated metal sheets with the new DecoSTAR EVO. This latest version offers improved inspection capabilities for offset printing. It now supports the inspection of digitally decorated tin and aluminium sheets used in packaging applications, including food cans, decorative boxes, and oil cans. About DecoSTAR EVO DecoSTAR EVO boasts an advanced defect classifier for streamlined system setup and operation, complemented by a modern, intuitive graphical user interface. It incorporates Isra Vision's latest high-performance lighting and camera technology. Additionally, it features an integrated interface with the optional EPROMI production management intelligence tool. The DecoSTAR inline inspection system from...
Given the high demand for local suppliers of steel, aluminium and its alloys, the Ministry of Economy of Nuevo León and the Chain of Industry Producers in Mexico (CAPIM) are working to enhance the value chain. Nuevo León, officially the Free and Sovereign State of Nuevo León, is a state in northeastern Mexico. "Previously these commodities were not listed as the first 10 items of purchase search by large industries and now, in less than a month, they jumped to the third place of search priority," said Mendoza, president of CAPIM. The Government of Nuevo León has noted that the impact of nearshoring, combined with the new U.S. tariffs on over 500 products, has accelerated the search for domestic suppliers by major purchasing companies. Impact of tariffs on raw materials René Mendoza,...
The extended period of weak demand for aluminium has adversely affected both prices and metal deliveries. This trend is evident in European aluminium foil shipments, which totalled 217,800 tonnes in the first three months of 2024. According to the European Aluminium Foil Association, this shipment figure represents a year-on-year fall of 6 per cent compared to 231,700 tonnes. Europe is the second-largest consumer of aluminium foil globally, accounting for 15 percent of the world's usage . China remains the largest, representing approximately 49.5 percent of global consumption. The decline in shipments during Q1 2024 stemmed from a 3 per cent drop in demand. The downtrend in foil demand during the first quarter of 2024 was not only limited within the domestic market but also branched out...
Recycling aluminium has several advantages, including environmental benefits, sustainability, and a circular economy. It also promotes consumer awareness and participation, motivating them to recycle and reuse more. In a similar initiative this year, Cowes Week is proud to host a special guest with a powerful message about sustainability and the environment: Nellie the Big Recycling Fish. This striking metal sculpture, designed by the South Coast charity Final Straw Foundation, serves as a collection point for aluminium cans and plastic bottles, encouraging recycling among attendees. Nellie's presence at the event is made possible by the generous support of Wightlink, who provided free transportation, and the Cowes Week organizers, who have welcomed this unique installation. As per AL...
Arrow Minerals Limited is pleased to announce a significant step forward in its expansion strategy with the entry into a Share Purchase Option Agreement (the Agreement) to acquire the Niagara Bauxite Project situated in Guinea. Guinea is currently the world's largest exporter of high-grade, low-impurity bauxite, and this acquisition marks a significant milestone for Arrow Minerals. Arrow Minerals Limited, listed on the Australian Stock Exchange, is an exploration and development company focused on delivering long-term shareholder value by discovering economic mineral deposits in West Africa. Strategic expansion in bulk commodities The Niagara Bauxite Project is recognised as an advanced asset with a rich exploration history. Located just 100 km from the Simandou railway, set for...
As of 1st August, the Shanghai Metal Market (SMM) China’s A00 aluminium ingot price initiated the month with an average price of RMB 19,170 per tonne. Compared to the previous day, the price has skyrocketed by RMB 200 per tonne after China’s leaders pledged increased support measures to stabilise market confidence during a Politburo meeting. This pledge came despite data showing slight contractions in manufacturing activity and slowed growth in the services sector for July. The average price hovers between RMB 19,150 per tonne to RMB 19,190 per tonne. Although the price significantly declined by RMB 940 per tonne from RMB 20,110 per tonne in the previous month, this month has started on a positive note. The spot contract is likely to be traded at a discount price of RMB 80 per tonne to...
In a recent statement, the Global Trade Research Initiative (GTRI) highlighted that the European Union's suggestion for India to impose a local carbon tax as a workaround to the EU's upcoming carbon tax would offer little respite to Indian industries. Despite implementing a similar domestic levy, Indian exporters would still face the EU's Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) for their European shipments, GTRI explained on July 31, 2024. GTRI aims to create high-quality, transparent outputs for governments and Industries on trade, technology, and investment issues from the development and inequality reduction perspective. The core issue lies in the economic disparity between countries. Carbon prices typically reflect a nation's economic standing, meaning that introducing a local...
On July 31, the LME aluminium three-month contract opened at US$2,234.50 per tonne, reached a high of US$2,324.50 per tonne and a low of US$2,229.50 per tonne, and closed at US$2,315 per tonne, up US$77 per tonne or 3.44 per cent. After a month-long relentless decline, LME aluminium cash bid price and LME aluminium official settlement price gained US$89 per tonne and US$90.50 per tonne, respectively, on July 31. The prices thus stood at US$2,250 per tonne and US$2,252 per tonne, buoyed by increased market liquidity after China lowered its deposit rates and Canada’s rate cut met expectations. To boost market confidence further, China has made some more systematic arrangements. On the same day, 3-month bid price and 3-month offer price also increased by US$70.50 per tonne and US$72 per...
KEMET's aluminium polymer rectangular capacitors, part of the APL90 series, have now been added to the Rutronik portfolio. These uniquely AEC-Q200-qualified capacitors are designed to meet the stringent demands of 48V vehicle applications and platforms requiring compact designs. The Florida, United States-based KEMET Corporation, a subsidiary of Yageo Corporation, is a leading manufacturer of a broad selection of capacitor technologies. These include tantalum, aluminium, multilayer ceramic, film, paper, polymer electrolytic, and supercapacitors. KEMET's diverse range of products helps its customers build a better tomorrow. The series currently offers a high capacitance of 1,100µF and a rated voltage of 63VDC, coupled with good vibration resistance and high ripple current capability....
India has seen a notable decline in imported aluminium scrap prices w-o-w, attributed to decreased LME aluminium prices. Prices for all grades have fallen by up to 4 per cent this week, leading to market uncertainty and a cautious approach among market participants. Meanwhile, three-month LME aluminium prices were at $2,225 per tonne, down 4 per cent w-o-w. Stocks at LME-registered warehouses stood at 940,125 tonnes. Aluminium prices are still hovering at three-month lows. Additionally, amid the European holidays, bid-offer disparity has emerged in the market. Market uncertainty, lack of firm offers A seller source stated: "Prices of all major aluminium scraps have declined. Plant owners are facing challenges with finished materials and a lack of orders, making it difficult to sell in the...
Ball Corporation and Minalba Brasil have won Fast Company's 2024 Innovation by Design Award in the Latin America category for their braille-embossed aluminium can lid. This innovative lid, the first of its kind in the Brazilian market, features braille options for both water ("agua") and sparkling water ("agua gas"). "We teamed up with Minalba Brasil to help remedy a prevalent yet complex issue in the visually impaired community: reading can labels. Together, we created an aluminium can with a braille-embossed lid that helps individuals with visual impairments know what they're grabbing from the cooler," said Ball Corporation. About the significant breakthrough Hugo Magalhães, Ball's Global Director of Marketing, explained that this breakthrough is significant because braille is...
RUSAL, a leading global aluminium producer, in collaboration with an international manufacturer of cable and wire products, has produced and submitted for further performance testing aluminium wire rod made from ultra-low carbon metal. The wire rod has been successfully produced using ALLOW INERTA™, RUSAL’s aluminium brand, which has the lowest carbon footprint in the industry. Utilising this metal reduces the final product’s carbon footprint to the lowest possible level. The state-of-the-art technology used to produce ALLOW INERTA™ significantly reduces the total volume of greenhouse gas emissions during the electrolysis process. This innovation lowers carbon dioxide emissions within Scope 1 and 2 to 0.01 tonnes of CO 2 equivalent per ton of aluminium, compared to the industry average of...
The global mining and metal giant Rio Tinto has demonstrated impressive performance in aluminium and copper, compensating for declining iron ore earnings and increased labour costs in Australia. For the six months ending June 30, the company reported a profit after tax (PAT) of $US5.8 billion ($A8.9 billion), showing a slight increase from $US5.1 billion the previous year. Underlying EBITDA (earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortisation) rose 3 per cent to $US12.1 billion ($A18.5 billion), reflecting the company's strong operational performance. Rio Tinto Chief Executive Jakob Stausholm said, "Rio Tinto is both consistently profitable and growing. This is being driven by the disciplined investments we are making to strengthen our operations and progress major projects...
Aluminium sulphate producer Chilmund Chemicals is preparing to export its water treatment chemicals to several regional countries as a part of its strategy for regional expansion. During the Southern African Development Community (SADC) Industrialisation Week, Business Development Director Mr Nicholas Bhero revealed that production had surged three-fold since the company's inception, creating a surplus that will be exported to neighbouring nations. Chilmund Chemicals Pvt Ltd is a global leader in water solutions, specializing in producing water treatment chemicals. The company's flagship product is manufactured at its state-of-the-art plant in Bindura, Zimbabwe, and provides comprehensive water solutions to diverse markets across Africa. What is aluminium sulphate Aluminium sulphate is a...
Aluminium Stewardship Initiative (ASI) announced that Chalco Shandong Advanced Material Co., Ltd has achieved certification against the ASI Performance Standard V3 and Chain of Custody (CoC) Standard V2 Certification (2022). The facility's key production processes include raw material slurry preparation, clinker sintering, leaching, red mud separation and washing, liquor purification, evaporation, seeding, and product packaging. The products from Chalco Shandong Advanced Material which are primarily used as fillers and additives in chemical and glass manufacturing industries, have been certified by the Aluminium Stewardship Initiative (ASI). This certification was achieved after the facility underwent rigorous independent, third-party audits conducted by DNV Business Assurance Services UK...
Guinea's military leadership has introduced a draft constitution to reduce presidential terms and limit the number of terms a president can serve the West African nation with the world's largest bauxite reserves on record. The proposed changes, announced by Jean-Paul Kotembedouno, spokesperson for the National Transition Council's constitution commission, seek to shorten the presidential term from six years to five and restrict any individual from serving more than two terms as president in their lifetime. The draft constitution also sets age requirements for presidential candidates, who must be at least 35 years old and not older than 80. This proposal follows the dissolution of the previous constitution by General Mamadi Doumbouya after his coup in September 2021. The coup ousted former...
