Metlen Energy & Metals PLC is investing EUR 25 million in its recycled aluminium production facility EP.AL.ME. in Greece, targeting higher processing capacity and greater use of complex aluminium scrap streams. The investment will fund automated sorting, processing and melting equipment at EP.AL.ME., which Metlen describes as Greece’s largest independent recycled aluminium producer. The project will allow the facility to process more complex scrap, including post-consumer aluminium recovered from end-of-life products. The expansion will connect EP.AL.ME. more closely with Metlen’s Aluminium of Greece facility. EP.AL.ME. will manage the collection, sorting and pre-processing of aluminium scrap, while Aluminium of Greece will provide the production scale needed to incorporate recycled metal...
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...
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Metro Mining Limited has announced a new shipment record for the second quarter of the calendar year, reaching 1.42 million WMT (wet metric tonnes). This represents a 12 per cent increase compared to Q2 2023. Year to date, the total shipments stand at 1.50 million WMT. Additionally, Q2 2024 has marked the successful commissioning phase of the company's new 7 million WMT per annum expansion project. Metro Mining is an independent bauxite producer and explorer. Its 100 per cent-owned Bauxite Hills Mine operates on the Weipa bauxite plateau approximately 95 kilometres north of Weipa, near the coast on the Skardon River. Metro Mining produces high-alumina bauxite and ships it to customers in large ore carriers. The final components of the expansion entered operation during the quarter. OFT...
On July 4, China’s A00 aluminium ingot price gained RMB 90 per tonne, settling at RMB 20,380 per tonne. The spot contract price may be traded at a discount price of RMB 70 to RMB 30 per tonne, and the average prices may orbit between RMB 20,360 per tonne and RMB 20,400 per tonne. According to the SMM data, the domestic aluminium ingot price has surged by RMB 1,840 per tonne, or 9.92 per cent Y-o-Y, from RMB 18,540 per tonne. However, M-o-M prices recorded a decline of RMB 810 per tonne, or 3.82 per cent, from RMB 20,380 per tonne. If we see the W-o-W analysis, the SMM A00 aluminium ingot price hiked by RMB 260 per tonne, or 1.29 per cent, from RMB 20,120 per tonne. Region-wise price changes Today, the prices in Wuxi and Foshan have added RMB 80 per tonne and RMB 70 per tonne to arrive at...
On Wednesday, July 3, LME aluminum opened at US$2,516 per tonne, reached a high of US$2,561.50 per tonne, a low of US$2,514.50 per tonne, and closed at US$2,549.50 per tonne, up US$33.50 per tonne from the previous close, an increase of 1.33 per cent. LME aluminium cash bid price and LME aluminium official settlement price witnessed a drop for the second day in a row. The LME price graph indicates that both the prices slipped by US$2.50 per tonne on the said day to settle at US$2,486.50 per tonne and US$2,487 per tonne, respectively. However, despite the drop, the price stood week-on-week higher by US$43 per tonne or 1.76 per cent compared to US$2,444 per tonne. But on a month-on-month basis, the price edged a downfall of US$138 per tonne or 5.26 per cent from US$2,625 per tonne. In...
Capesize rates have recently surged past the $30,000 a day mark, largely driven by record-breaking bauxite shipments from West Africa to China. Bauxite, the primary source of aluminium, is a significant minor bulk commodity typically transported on Capesize vessels. According to the US Geological Survey, Guinea holds the largest bauxite reserves in the world. In the second quarter of this year, Greek broker Intermodal reported an "unprecedented surge" in bauxite exports from Guinea, reaching a new record, with the majority of these exports destined for China. China, a key player in the global market, has set a record in primary aluminium production. The significant growth in the first five months of 2024, compared to the same period in 2023, has led to a surge in demand for bauxite and...
Steve James, Managing Director of Alfiniti, Inc., oversees the manufacturing of nearly a million aluminium flagpoles annually. When reflecting on these flagpoles' significant role, he said, "A pile of flagpoles headed for shipment isn't exactly what you'd call exciting. They're just a bunch of long, silver tubes. Unremarkable, really. It could be anything from a muffler to some kind of industrial piping. But our team sees the bigger picture. We know these tubes are something special." While the American flag takes centre stage on Independence Day, another vital element is the flagpole. The flag represents the ideals of democracy, independence, and triumph over oppression, and as James sees it, "the flagpole's role is to give rise to those ideals so they can be seen and remembered." Early...
TESEM, a leading global manufacturer of aluminium and plastic components catering to diverse sectors, including perfume and cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, and spirits, has launched a new technology. The innovative technology, BRI&Va, is designed to enhance the shine of Post-Consumer Recycled (PCR) aluminium. This cutting-edge solution, which is currently patent-pending, is the result of two years of dedicated research and development. The BRI&Va technology ensures that high-percentage PCR aluminium achieves a lustre comparable to virgin anodised aluminium, allowing brands to retain the luxurious appearance of glossy metal packaging. The company emphasises that BRI&Va technology promotes the use of high-content PCR aluminium, supporting clients' sustainability initiatives. TESEM claims that...
Dudley’s Aluminium, a Cardiff-based aluminium fabricator offering services like designing, manufacturing, and installing curtain walls, windows, doors, and facades within the building envelope, has reportedly won a critical project to build a multistorey car park in Central Quay, Cardiff. Dudley has partnered with Goldbeck Construction for the project involving the installation of curtain walling and doors for the Cardiff city center car park building, which also features residential, office, leisure, and retail opportunities. This is not the first time the Welsh fabricator has secured a city centre project. Dudley earlier played a crucial role in remodelling the city centre with its work on many of the landmark buildings in Central Square, such as Buildings One and Two, the BBC, HMRC and...
According to the Shanghai Metals Market, domestic aluminium wire rod producers’ operating rate increased last week to meet backlogged orders. There were adequate inflows of State Grid orders through tenders in Qinghai, Jiangxi, Jiangsu, and Sichuan, leaving producers with ample orders on hand. The bid announcements in Jiangsu and Sichuan also included heat-resistant alloy stranded wire orders worth of total RMB 68.28 million. Thus, to meet these orders, China’s domestic aluminium wire rod producers ramped up their operations, leading their operating rate to 67.2 per cent. Last week, Chinese domestic aluminium wire rod prices remained steady, contributing to transactions improvement driven by destocking inventory accumulation at low prices to obtain cash flow. On Friday, June 28, the...
Since partnering in late 2023, KPMG in Qatar employees have collected nearly 9,000 plastic bottles and aluminium cans, saving over 1,300 kg of CO2 emissions. Each week, KPMG employees collect, on average, around 300 bottles and cans, and the numbers are growing. This partnership showcases the enthusiasm and commitment of KPMG employees towards sustainable practices and underscores the success of Sparklo’s innovative recycling solutions. KPMG in Qatar and Sparklo: Pioneering workplace sustainability In late 2023, KPMG in Qatar partnered with Sparklo, a global leader in clean technology, to bolster its corporate sustainability efforts. Introducing Sparklomat, an advanced Reverse Vending Machine (RVM), to KPMG's Doha office marks a significant step in this journey. This initiative highlights...
The world's leading provider of sustainable aluminium solutions and a global leader in aluminium rolling and recycling, Novelis Inc., has announced significant executive leadership appointments to foster global growth and promote aluminium as the preferred material for circular solutions. Roberta Soares and Cary Chenanda have been named Regional Presidents for South America and North America, respectively. Francisco Pires, the former President of South America, will now serve as Chief Transformation Officer. Meanwhile, Tadeu Nardocci, who previously served as interim president of North America, will transition to Executive Vice President of Manufacturing Operations, overseeing the company's major capital projects. These strategic appointments underscore Novelis Inc.'s unwavering...
KparK Énergies, a leading French company specialising in energy renovation and transition, has recently introduced its latest flagship product—the low-carbon aluminium solar carport. This innovative solution was celebrated at the prestigious Paris Fair 2024, where it was awarded the Grand Prix de l'Innovation in the Home category. The French startup's product utilises an anodised aluminium structure. At the event Crafted in France to address contemporary environmental challenges, the KparK Énergies aluminium solar carport combines practicality with aesthetic design. Its debut at the Paris Fair garnered significant interest, showcasing its innovative approach to sustainable energy solutions. The solar carport exemplifies KparK Énergies' dedication to delivering personalised and...
Capral Aluminium is excited to announce the upcoming trials of Aluminium Bahrain B.S.C. (Alba) 's EternAl-30 and EternAl-15 primary aluminium billets, which feature 30 per cent and 15 per cent recycled content. The groundbreaking low-carbon aluminium product This significant introduction into the Australian aluminium sector aims to establish pioneering carbon reduction and recycled material usage standards. This initiative underscores Capral's steadfast commitment to sustainability and innovation, affirming the pledge to deliver superior, environmentally conscious aluminium solutions to manufacturers across Australia. Alba's Chief Executive Officer Ali Al Baqali stated, "This groundbreaking low-carbon aluminium product marks a major milestone in our journey towards a sustainable future,...
Vedanta Aluminium's efforts to conserve energy and protect the environment in operations at Lanjigarh alumina refinery have recently received special recognition from Kalinga Awards: Environment. According to a report, India's largest aluminium producer has bagged two accolades—the Kalinga Energy Excellence Award and the Kalinga Environment Excellence Award, presented by the Institute of Quality and Environment Management (IQEMS) in association with the Odisha State Pollution Control Board and the Institute of Public Enterprise (IPE), Hyderabad. Vedanta's Lanjigarh refinery is India's one of the most premier producers of smelter-grade alumina. Till date, it has undertaken several initiatives aligned with Vedanta Aluminium's sustainability goals such as Net Zero Carbon by 2050, Net Water...
The world's leading mining company, Rio Tinto, has announced the construction of two 5.25MW solar farms in Gumatj and Rirratjingu, a traditional country in the Gove Peninsula, Northern Territory. This is a significant step towards securing a sustainable power supply. The Gumatj and Rirratjingu, Traditional Owner Groups, have approved the solar farms, which will be built on Rio Tinto leases. The initiative aims to provide a low-carbon energy future for the Gove community as mining operations in the region are projected to cease by the end of the decade. Aggreko, a global leader in mobile and modular power solutions, will construct, own, and operate the solar farms. Construction is slated to begin in July 2024 and be completed by early 2025. The two sites will collectively offer a capacity...
China’s central bank supportive monetary measure aimed at stabilising economy amid bearish demand for primary aluminium from downstream sectors has boosted China’s A00 aluminium ingot price for the second consecutive day, bringing it to RMB 20,290 per tonne on July 3, 2024. According to the Shanghai Metals Market (SMM) survey, the price has escalated by RMB 80 per tonne overnight, following an increase of RMB 100 per tonne on the previous day. The latest increase has further brought the price 1.15 per cent higher than RMB 20,060 per tonne a week ago. According to SMM, the average prices today are estimated to range between RMB 20,270 per tonne and RMB 20,310 per tonne, with spot contract to be traded at a discount price of RMB 80-40 per tonne. Prices across regions Among the major...
LME aluminium opened at US$2,517.5 per tonne in the previous trading day, hit a high of US$2,537 per tonne, a low of US$2,513 per tonne, and closed at US$2,516 per tonne, down US$1.5 per tonne from the previous day, a decrease of 0.06 per cent. On Tuesday, July 2, both LME aluminium cash bid price and LME aluminium official settlement price dipped by US$7 per tonne or 0.28 per cent to settle at US$2,489 per tonne and US$2,489.50 per tonne. The prices settled flat yesterday owing to signs of ample supply and muted demand. As per the LME data, both 3-month bid price and 3-month offer price also went down by US$2 per tonne or 0.07 per cent and US$1.5 per tonne or 0.05 per cent to clock at US$2,530 per tonne and US$2,531 per tonne. December 25 bid price and December 25 offer price climbed...
China achieved a record-high production of primary aluminium, reaching 3.65 million tonnes in May 2024, comparable to output levels seen in August and September of the previous year. This surge is bolstered by the restarting of smelters in Yunnan after a prolonged shutdown, promising an annual output of 43 million tonnes. However, this upward trajectory has significantly affected the alumina market, the key raw material for aluminium production, resulting in constrained supply and fluctuating ore prices. Alumina price movement Throughout May 2024, China's average alumina price surged, recording a growth rate of 13.24 per cent. According to the Shanghai Metals Market, the domestic alumina price increased over a month from RMB 3,451 per tonne to RMB 3,908 per tonne, reaching its highest...
Paul Villinski's solo exhibition "Flight Patterns" at Frederik Meijer Gardens and Sculpture Park uses found objects such as aluminium cans, bottles, knives, and vinyl records to explore various interpretations of flight. Drawing from his background as a licensed pilot, Villinski frames the experience of airborne motion through thematic lenses of hope and transformation. Villinski is renowned for his intricate, thematic sculptures featuring swarms of insects, addressing issues like environmentalism, addiction recovery, and food insecurity. In "Flight Patterns," hundreds of miniature liquor bottles form undulating patterns reminiscent of starling murmurations. Another piece displays numerous knives arranged like bird feathers from a larger-than-life metallic wingspan. Using aluminium from...
