Vietnam’s first electrolytic aluminium project has reached another major milestone, with the second phase of the 450,000-tonne-per-year (tpa) Da Nong project producing its first batch of molten primary aluminium on October 31, 2026. The milestone, achieved by China Nonferrous Metal Industry’s Foreign Engineering and Construction Co., Ltd. (NFC), which is the project’s general contractor, came four months and three days ahead of the contractual schedule, officially moving the second phase from construction to trial production. The latest development builds on the progress made during the first phase, which produced its first batch of molten primary aluminium on July 14. By September 15, all electrolytic cells in the first phase had successfully started producing aluminium. The second...
French renewable energy company Neoen has secured AUD 1.8 billion (USD 1.26 billion) in debt financing from 13 lenders to support a 1.2 GW portfolio of solar, wind, and battery storage projects across Australia, marking its largest financing transaction to date. The financing package covers five operating and under-construction assets across New South Wales, South Australia, and Western Australia. The portfolio includes the 440 MWp Culcairn solar PV plant and its associated 215 MW/963 MWh battery storage project, alongside wind and storage assets in the other two states. Neoen said the transaction would strengthen its balance sheet and support further investment in new projects, as the company continues to expand its renewable energy footprint in Australia. “This transaction reflects the...
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Established in 1996, Zhengzhou Xinli Wear-resistant Materials Co. Ltd. stands as a trailblazer in producing and supplying top-notch wear-resistant materials has recently joined AL Biz, the world's 1st B2B online marketplace that connects millions of buyers and sellers across the entire aluminium value chain. With a rich history spanning over 25 years, Xinli has evolved into a professional and integrative enterprise, excelling in research and development, manufacturing, and sales of a diverse range of materials, including white fused alumina, brown fused alumina, alumina oxide, green silicon carbide powder, and more. Innovation and expertise What sets Zhengzhou Xinli apart is its unwavering commitment to innovation and the pursuit of excellence. The company takes pride in being the first...
LME aluminium opened at US$2,231 per tonne yesterday, with its high and low at US$2,268 per tonne and US$2,222 per tonne, respectively, before closing at US$2,222 per tonne, down US$10 per tonne or 0.45 per cent. On Wednesday, January 24, both LME aluminium cash bid price and LME aluminium official settlement price expanded for the second day in a row owing to EU sanction rumours . As per the data, both LME aluminium cash bid price and LME aluminium official settlement price surged by US$62.5 per tonne or 2.91 per cent to halt at US$2,207 per tonne and US$2,207.50 per tonne. 3-month bid price and 3-month offer price gained US$58 per tonne or 2.65 per cent and US$58.5 per tonne or 2.67 per cent to peg at US$2,243 per tonne and US$2,244 per tonne. December 25 bid price and December 25 offer...
According to the Shanghai Metals Market (SMM) survey, A00 aluminium ingot price has recorded a decline of RMB 70 per tonne on Thursday, January 25, to reach RMB 18,910 per tonne. The average prices are estimated to range between RMB 18,890 per tonne and RMB 18,930 per tonne, with spot contract to be traded at a premium price of RMB 20-60 per tonne. On a week-on-week basis, the price is, however, up by RMB 20 per tonne from RMB 18,890 per tonne, but down over a month by RMB 160 per tonne from RMB 19,070 per tonne. In Gongyi, A00 aluminium ingot price has shrunk by RMB 90 per tonne to stand at RMB 18,850 per tonne, followed by the decline of RMB 70 per tonne in Hangzhou and Chongqing to RMB 18,910 per tonne. In Foshan and Wuxi, the price has also decreased by RMB 70 per tonne but amounted...
Rio Tinto is set to spearhead the development of Australia's largest solar power project, the 1.1GW Upper Calliope Solar Farm, situated near Gladstone. In a significant move towards sustainable practices, Rio Tinto has committed to purchasing all the electricity generated by the solar farm, aiming to supply renewable power to its operations in Gladstone. The 25-years power purchase agreement (PPA) agreement with European Energy Australia is part of Rio Tinto's commitment to make its aluminium operations on the East Coast sustainable and reduce its direct and indirect emissions by 50 per cent by 2030. This initiative underscores Rio Tinto's commitment to incorporating renewable energy sources and advancing sustainability in its operations. With the incorporation of additional renewable...
China’s aluminium wire and cable exports in December 2023 amounted to 17,000 tonnes, reflecting a year-on-year increase of 25 per cent and a month-on-month downfall of 9 per cent, showed China customs data. The value of the export was $50.14 million, down 8 per cent M-o-M and up 16 per cent Y-o-Y. The total volume of exports through 2023 was 191,700 tonnes at a value of $0.573 billion. The export volume registered an annual hike of 7.94 per cent from 177,600 tonnes, but the value stood at 0.072 per cent down. Jiangsu, Henan, and Hebei remained the top three Chinese provinces exporting aluminium wire and cables. In 2023, the provinces exported 131,500 tonnes, accounting for 68.61 per cent of the total exports. Jiangsu exported 71,300 tonnes, accounting for 37 per cent; Henan exported...
The world primary aluminium production has recorded an annual increase of 2.25 per cent for 2023, reaching 70.593 million tonnes at the end of December, found the International Aluminium Institute (IAI). However, compared to the previous year, the growth rate has decreased in 2023. In 2022, the global output had grown by 3 per cent to stand at 69.038 million tonnes, from 67.092 million tonnes in 2021. In-depth analysis of production In December 2023, the world primary aluminium production stood at 6.04 million tonnes, bringing the H2 output at 36.08 million tonnes, up by 4.58 per cent from 34.5 million tonnes in H1. That represented the fact that the global primary aluminium production gained momentum during the second half of 2023 as the energy crisis in Europe eased leading to...
NOMOQ has recently unveiled a new addition to its product lineup, introducing blank (undecorated) aluminium beverage cans. This innovative offering provides customers unparalleled flexibility, enabling them to seamlessly integrate labelled productions alongside NOMOQ's cutting-edge digitally decorated aluminium cans, all conveniently sourced from a single supplier within the same transportation system. This initiative ensures high-quality solutions and aligns with environmental sustainability goals, which is crucial in a market where the demand for aluminium cans continues to soar. NOMOQ's expanding portfolio of blank aluminium cans is poised to empower craft beverage businesses by streamlining their packaging supply chains. "We're excited to launch this new service after listening to...
From September 2023, the leading aluminium rolling mill, Niche Fusina Rolled Products (Fusina), started to source 100 per cent of its primary aluminium from low-carbon suppliers via Concord Resources Limited. Precise carbon footprints are provided by CarbonChain. Sourcing material in this way reduces the total carbon footprint of Italy-based Fusina’s tailor-made coils, sheets and plates, thereby offering its customers (predominantly industrial manufacturers) a wider range of lower-carbon products. This follows the recent roll-out of Fusina’s carbon transparency scheme, which provides product carbon footprint reports to every customer in all markets (and to prospective buyers on request). Fusina already offers a range of lower-carbon aluminium products relative to the industry average...
Established in 2010, India-based Evita Technologies is one of the prominent manufacturers and exporters of chemical-grade alumina and aluminium master alloys. The company has been successfully onboarded by AL Biz, the world's 1st B2B online marketplace that connects millions of buyers and sellers across the entire aluminium value chain. Evita Technologies is a reliable ally in chemicals, alloys, powders, instruments, and machinery. Committed to delivering innovative solutions, Evita Technologies strives to address the varied requirements of virtually every industry. The range of products offered by the company includes: Aluminium Master Alloy Aluminium Oxide Calcined Alumina Reactive Alumina Evita Technologies envisions a future where progress and sustainability thrive by seamlessly...
The alumina spot price in China has inflated by RMB 5 per tonne to close at RMB 3,345 per tonne, while the alumina spot price in Shandong has gained RMB 15 per tonne to close at RMB 3,245 per tonne. In Guizhou, the alumina price has levitated by RMB 20 per tonne to rest at RMB 3,335 per tonne. The SMM A00 aluminium ingot price has escalated by RMB 230 per tonne to close at RMB 18,980 per tonne, with the average markers hovering between RMB 18,960 per tonne and RMB 19,000 per tonne. If we consider the aluminium price on October 24, last year, there is a Quarter-on-Quarter rise of RMB 70 per tonne or 0.37 per cent from the recorded rate of RMB 18,910 per tonne. The elevation in price can be attributed to the heightened trading activities in East China, though the forecast says the...
LME aluminium opened at US$2,159 per tonne yesterday, with its high and low at US$2,237 per tonne and US$2,156 per tonne, respectively, before closing at US$2,232 per tonne, up by US$77 per tonne or 3.57 per cent. On Tuesday, January 23, both LME aluminium cash bid price and LME aluminium official settlement price expanded by US$35 per tonne or 1.65 per cent to settle at RMB 2,144.50 per tonne and US$2,145 per tonne. Aluminium prices edged higher following indications that the European Union is contemplating sanctions on Russian aluminium in anticipation of the second anniversary of the geopolitical crisis. On the same day, both 3-month bid price and 3-month offer price gained US$32 per tonne or 1.48 per cent and US$31.5 per tonne or 1.46 per cent to arrive at US$2,185 per tonne and...
Asia-Pacific Technology recently concluded its 18th meeting of the 6th Board of Directors on January 12, 2024. During the meeting, the board reviewed and approved the Proposal on Signing the Investment Agreement and Venturing into Overseas Investments. The chosen site for this avant-garde project is the Anhui Xinwu Economic Development Zone, with a substantial total investment reaching an impressive RMB 2 billion. The construction of the project will be carried out in two phases, with the first phase comprising an annual output of 150,000 tonnes of lightweight aluminium for automobiles, along with manufacturing and R&D centres for 600,000 sets of lightweight parts. Upon completion of the project and its full-scale production, it is anticipated that the facility will have the capacity to...
Baotou Aluminum recently achieved the 2023 Energy Management System Certification, with Fangyuan Logo Certification Group set to conduct the external audit. A comprehensive evaluation of Baotou Aluminium's overall energy consumption was also undertaken. Leading the charge in the audit were Ma Jianning, the Deputy General Manager, Wang Baoxin, Deputy Chief Engineer, along with heads and energy administrators from five key areas, namely electrolysis plants, high-purity aluminium plants, alloy business units, power plants, thermal power plants, and related departments. Since initiating the energy management system certification efforts, the China-based electrolytic aluminium enterprise has significantly emphasised meticulous planning and deployment. The company has conducted a comprehensive...
Leading global mining and metals companies have taken a groundbreaking step towards supporting a nature positive future by 2030. These firms, representing a significant portion of the industry, have committed to urgent action prioritising the health, diversity, and resilience of species, ecosystems, and natural processes. The International Council on Mining and Metals (ICMM) members, acknowledging the critical role of responsibly produced minerals and metals in achieving global sustainable development goals, have pledged to meet the demand for essential materials without compromising nature. Five-point plan for nature: The commitments, shaped by experts and leaders across various disciplines, outline a comprehensive 5-point plan for nature. Protecting pristine areas: No mining or...
South32, a diversified mining company, has achieved a record half-year aluminium production, propelled by the robust performance of its Hillside Aluminium operation in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. Additionally, South African manganese witnessed a 9 per cent increase in sales during the December quarter, fetching a 5 per cent price premium compared to the medium grade 37 per cent manganese lump ore index. However, South32 faced challenges in Australia, with lower secondary production yields reported at Australia Manganese. This was exacerbated by a royalty tax of 20 per cent of adjusted earnings before interest and tax. “With some of our commodities facing headwinds in the half, we continued to focus on delivering cost efficiencies and expect first half operating unit costs to be below or...
Alteo, a globally recognised alumina and aluminium producer, is facing renewed scrutiny as environmental groups and residents in France's Bouches-du-Rhône department accuse the company of persistently discharging hazardous effluent into the Mediterranean Sea. Despite prior legal interventions to curb their waste disposal practices, Alteo's alleged contamination of the Calanques National Park near Marseille continues to raise environmental and public health concerns. Alteo, renowned for its prominence in alumina production, has come under the spotlight due to ongoing environmental controversies surrounding its manufacturing facility in Gardanne. The company has faced indictments and a judicial investigation over the past four years for endangering lives through the discharge of toxic red...
Aluminium extrusion enthusiasts from over 50 countries are gearing up for the International Aluminium Extrusion Technology Seminar (ET Seminar) in Orlando, Florida, from April 30 to May 2, 2024. This premier event promises a dynamic experience, bringing together industry professionals for three days of learning, networking, and exploring the latest advancements in aluminium extrusion technology. ET '24 stands out as a comprehensive technical event, delving into every aspect of the aluminium extrusion industry. With over 100 technical sessions on the agenda, attendees can expect in-depth discussions on the latest trends, innovations, and challenges within the field. The seminar's commitment to excellence has garnered respect from industry insiders, making it a must-attend event for those...
Henan Foshan Aluminum Technology has recently joined AL Biz, the world's 1st B2B online marketplace that connects millions of buyers and sellers across the entire aluminium value chain. Henan Foshan Aluminum stands at the forefront of the aluminium industry in China and is recognised for its prowess in manufacturing and distributing top-notch aluminium products. Behind their success lies a robust manufacturing infrastructure equipped with state-of-the-art processing equipment. The company boasts 15 coil-rolled production lines, four sets of tension stretching machines capable of handling widths ranging from 1450 to 1850mm, press machines, double-sided milling equipment, cutting machines, recoiling machines, grinding machines, casting wells, and an impressive fleet of 15 annealing...
