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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In the Mexican nonferrous metals sector, ARZYZ Metals, a leader in producing aluminium alloys and commercialising primary metals, has launched a new initiative to enhance its services for Mexico's domestic flat-rolled products market by vertically integrating and optimising. This initiative, the first phase of a three-stage plan, has the potential to significantly impact the industry. ARZYZ will produce 80,000 tonnes annually in this initial phase, supplying materials for automotive inner body parts , appliances, HVAC systems, cabinets, and building and construction applications. An official spokesperson said, “We expect to produce the first coil by mid-2026. We aim to lead the Mexican aluminium market through vertical integration into FRP and expand our services to the automotive and...
This week, India's imported aluminium scrap prices have experienced a downward correction. This is primarily due to the impact of the approaching monsoon on market demand, despite the stable LME aluminium prices. The resulting activity slowdown has led to this market shift. The 3-month LME aluminium prices remained steady at $2,500/t, with little change week-over-week. According to BigMint's assessment, tense scrap from the Middle East, particularly the UAE, saw a US$30 per tonne decline, settling at US$1,800 per tonne. Additionally, zorba 95/5 from the UK dropped by $50 per tonne, reaching $2,080 per tonne CFR on the west coast of India. Meanwhile, a few grades like US tense 6-7 per cent and UK taint tabor C/S recorded a drop of up to US$25 per tonne w-o-w moving down to US$1,835 per...
Aluminium Stewardship Initiative announced the joining of Aminco Resources as the new General Supportive member. Established in 1986, Aminco Resources specializes in supplying carbon materials and complementary products like aluminium fluoride and crushed bath to the global primary aluminium industry. Aminco collaborates closely with its customers, offering solutions in logistics, financing, and risk management and providing carbon technology expertise to help reduce raw material costs through improved carbon consumption. The company partners with R&D Carbon Ltd of Switzerland to technically support the production of its carbon products and assist customers in optimizing product consumption. “Aminco is looking forward to working with ASI members in supporting the sustainable development...
The Bowling Green Chamber of Commerce Foundation has expanded its aluminium can recycling program to help fund the BG Boom Festival and Fireworks. BG Boom, the annual Independence Day celebration for the Bowling Green community, will be held on July 3, 2024. The event will feature a festival at the Wood County Fairgrounds from 4 to 9 p.m., culminating in a fireworks display at dusk. About the program The Aluminum Can Recycling Program, initiated in partnership with Bates Recycling several years ago, has consistently raised several thousand dollars for this community event. The seasonal can drive will continue through June 30. Aluminium cans can be recycled at Bates Recycling Centre at 12729 Jerry City Road in Cygnet. When BG BOOM is mentioned, Bates will donate 5 cents to the Chamber...
The development of Indonesia’s aluminium downstream industry holds substantial promise despite the slow progress seen in recent years. A senior government official recently revealed that only one of the eight alumina refinery projects in the government's ambitious pipeline has shown significant progress. This underwhelming advancement highlights the urgent need for strategic intervention to unlock this sector's full potential. The Indonesian government's construction of alumina refineries aims to enhance the added value of domestically mined bauxite minerals. On June 21, 2024, Irwandy Arif, an expert staff member at the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources (ESDM), said, "The Minister of Energy and Mineral Resources has ordered direct field supervision for eight alumina refinery...
The Chinalco Institute of Materials signed a product development contract with a Beijing Aerospace research institute. This partnership focuses on creating an aluminium alloy component for a new energy-special vehicle. The project marks the first collaboration between Chinalco Institute of Materials and an aerospace organisation in the field of lightweight components. About the project Reports indicate that the new energy special vehicle component, a result of the collaboration, harnesses the cutting-edge technology of high-strength and corrosion-resistant aluminium alloy materials from the Chinalco Institute of Materials. The structural design has been optimised, significantly enhancing the product's rigidity and strength, thereby ensuring safety and reliability even under the most...
India exported aluminium to Russia for the first time in April, as reported by RIA Novosti, a Russian state-owned domestic news agency. This marked a significant development in international trade. This landmark transaction took place, with India exporting tonnes of unprocessed aluminium to Russian companies, as reported by RIA Novosti. This marks the first recorded supply of aluminium from India to Russia since at least the beginning of 2009, as no earlier data is available in the public domain. The move is particularly notable given Russia's status as the world's second-largest exporter of aluminium, with exports valued at $6.5 billion in 2023. In an interview with RIA Novosti, independent industry expert Leonid Khazanov suggested that the substantial supply of aluminium from India to...
The leading European aluminium rolling and recycling company, Speira, has unveiled plans to invest €40 million in expanding its recycling capabilities at the Rheinwerk facility. This strategic investment aims to bolster the site's transformation efforts, with a projected annual reduction of up to 1.5 million tonnes of CO 2 emissions. The company has long been committed to driving sustainable practices and reducing its carbon footprint. With the direction clearly defined, Speira's investment marks a crucial step in the ongoing transformation of the Rheinwerk site, positioning it as a leading hub for environmentally responsible recycling operations. Boris Kurth, Head of the can business at Speira and the recycling and foundry operations at the Rheinwerk, stated, "We want to become the...
On Wednesday, June 26, China’s A00 aluminium ingot price declined by RMB 140 per tonne to settle at RMB 20,060 per tonne, with the spot contract price expected to be traded at a discount price of RMB 90 to RMB 50 per tonne. The average prices may stand between RMB 20,040 per tonne and RMB 20,080 per tonne. Region-wise price changes According to the SMM data, the A00 aluminium ingot prices have fallen in all the provinces, with the highest in Foshan, followed by Tianjin, where they have slumped by RMB 160 per tonne and RMB 150 per tonne. The price in Foshan settled at RMB 19,840 per tonne, and in Tianjin, it reached RMB 20,110 per tonne. In other regions like Gongyi, Hangzhou, and Linyi, the prices have contracted by RMB 140 per tonne to RMB 19,920 per tonne and RMB 20,060 per tonne. On...
The previous trading day, LME aluminium opened at US$2,500 per tonne, reached a high of US$2,513 per tonne, a low of US$2,491 per tonne, and closed at US$2,497 per tonne, down US$6 per tonne, a decrease of 0.24 per cent. On Tuesday, June 25, both LME aluminium cash bid price and LME aluminium official settlement price moved down by US$3 per tonne or 0.12 per cent to settle at US$2,451 per tonne and US$2,451.50 per tonne. 3-month bid price and 3-month offer price dipped by US$7 per tonne or 0.27 per cent to dock at US$2,498 per tonne and US$2,499 per tonne. LME aluminium opening stock came in at 1044325 tonnes. Live warrants and Cancelled warrants settled at 466500 tonnes and 577825 tonnes. December 25 bid price and December 25 offer price descended by US$10 per tonne or 0.37 per cent to...
On June 24, 2024, India-based Craftsman Automation Limited announced signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Sunbeam Lightweighting Solutions Private Limited and Kedaara Capital Fund II LLP. This MoU revealed in a recent stock exchange filing, outlines Craftsman Automation's plan to acquire all or part of Sunbeam's business, excluding certain assets in Gurugram, a city in Northern India. Craftsman Automation manufactures aluminium casting products & powertrain components in the automotive & industrial engineering sectors, from raw casting to ready-for-assembly. The potential acquisition, set to unfold in multiple stages, is a strategic expansion for Craftsman Automation. By incorporating Sunbeam Lightweighting Solutions, Craftsman aims to strengthen its technological capabilities...
We are excited to announce the launch of the IBAAS 2024 ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) Awards in partnership with CETIZION Verifica. These prestigious awards are designed to recognise and celebrate outstanding contributions to sustainability and responsible practices in the Bauxite, Alumina and Aluminium Industry. Award Categories Driving sustainability through technological advancement and processes Excellence in stakeholder engagement Responsible sourcing Is your organisation at the forefront of ESG excellence? This is your chance to gain recognition for your efforts in driving sustainability, engaging stakeholders, and sourcing responsibly in the bauxite, alumina, and aluminium sectors. How to register: To participate and showcase your commitment to ESG principles, please...
Hindalco, a flagship company of the Aditya Birla Group, hosted a workshop titled "Manufacturing Opportunities for MSMEs in the Downstream Aluminium Industry" on Tuesday at the Utkal Chamber of Commerce and Industry Ltd. (UCCIL) conference hall. Organised in collaboration with the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) and UCCIL, the workshop highlighted Odisha's emerging status as a global hub for aluminium manufacturing. "MSMEs require the security of raw materials, technological support, operational efficiency, financial backing, and effective marketing to complete the value chain. The large aluminium downstream industries can provide these critical elements, enabling MSMEs to thrive," stated Hindalco advisor Bibhu Mishra About the workshop In his inaugural address, Shashi Sekhar...
Desktop Metal, a prominent figure in Additive Manufacturing 2.0 technologies for mass production, announced its plan to showcase aluminium lighting components created through binder jet 3D printing. These components, designed by BEGA, a distinguished German-based company renowned for its premium architectural lighting solutions for outdoor and indoor applications, were manufactured using the X25Pro mid-sized production binder jet printing system with Al6061 powder. About the aluminium lighting component After delivering industry-first results for binder jetting aluminium on the InnoventX in 2021, Desktop Metal has significantly advanced production-scale binder jetting for aluminium. In collaboration with companies such as BEGA, Desktop Metal has established a repeatable process for...
The first national litter survey by Irish Business Against Litter (IBAL) since the government's introduction of a deposit return scheme has shown a decrease in aluminium cans and plastic bottles on Irish streets, leading to an overall improvement in litter levels. There has been an almost 30 per cent reduction in aluminium can-related litter compared to the previous survey. Although plastic bottles are now less common than in any past survey, they remain Ireland's third most prevalent form of litter. “Our study paints a much better picture than a few years ago, with levels of cleanliness definitely rising. Once again, no town was judged to be either a ‘litter blackspot’ or ‘heavily littered’ – that’s real progress, progress that has been hard earned in our cities.” Overall, the number of...
On June 24, 2024, KPS Capital Partners, LP announced an agreement for its portfolio firm, Eviosys, to be acquired by Sonoco Products Company, a leading global entity in sustainable packaging headquartered in Hartsville, South Carolina. The acquisition is valued at €3.615 billion (approximately $3.9 billion), with Sonoco having the option to pay up to $200 million of the total in its stock, contingent on specific conditions. The transaction will conclude by the end of 2024, pending necessary works council consultations, regulatory approvals, and customary closing conditions. Eviosys stands at the forefront of metal packaging worldwide, specialising in food cans, ends, aerosol cans, aluminium cans, metal closures, and promotional packaging. Serving numerous consumer brands, Eviosys boasts...
In a pilot project, Fagerhult and Hydro Extrusion Sweden explored circular processes for reusing aluminium, focusing on efficiency and preserved material properties. With the goal of reusing high-quality, extruded aluminium from end-of-life luminaires in the future, Fagerhult, together with Hydro, has explored the possibility of circular models in a pilot project. “Many of our luminaires have an aluminium body, and we want to ensure that they can be optimally recycled without losing the quality or properties of the material. In collaboration with Hydro Extrusion Sweden, we are now exploring how we can close the loop,” says Niclas Thulin, Head of Sustainability at Fagerhult. Recycling in a new light The pilot project was initiated in connection with the Norwegian property's ambition to...
Hupfer, in its commitment to foster sustainability and a circular economy, has innovatively introduced a 'buy back guarantee' programme for aluminium and stainless steel shelving. This unique initiative allows Hupfer to repurchase eligible products at the end of their lifespan, with the scrap value being deducted from the cost of replacement products, offering our customers a cost-effective and eco-friendly solution. "Either way, our customers can claim back the scrap metal cost of the Hupfer product, safe in the knowledge that it will be reused or recycled. We all need to do what we can to support a greener future. Stainless steel and aluminium are 100% recyclable and retain their natural properties no matter how many times they are recycled," stated Marc Sumner. This initiative...
