Australian mineral exploration and development company Impact Minerals has reported a net loss after tax of AUD 4.89 million (USD 3.42 million) for the financial year ended June 30, 2026, compared with AUD 9.02 million (USD 6.31 million) in the previous year, as it advances its strategic transition towards high-purity alumina (HPA) production using its Western Australian salt lake resources. The company's FY2026 Annual Report outlines a major shift in its business direction, with HPA development taking centre stage as Impact seeks to establish a position in the supply chains serving electric vehicle batteries, semiconductors, LED lighting and other advanced technology applications. Impact Minerals holds an 80 per cent interest in the Lake Hope HPA project in Western Australia and a 50 per...
The aluminium trade graph, excluding scrap, of Argentina in the first eight months of 2026, till August, continues to surge with steady momentum, indicating an increase in shipments and export earnings of the nation. As of year-to-date (YTD) August 2026, Argentina exported a total of 48,977 tonnes, valued at USD 179.05 million. Excluding aluminium scrap, the export basket covered all the articles of aluminium products including unwrought, bars, rods and profiles, foil, plates, sheets and strips, tube or pipe fittings and aluminium wire. Explore: Most comprehensive and forward-looking industry-focused report — Global Bauxite & Alumina Market Forecast to 2036: Supply–Demand, Trade Flows & Price Outlook Volume and value register strong year-on-year growth Calculating the year-on-year growth,...
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In October 2023, the Japan Aluminium Association documented a 1.4 per cent decline in the dispatch of rolled aluminium products compared to the same period a year ago, reaching 149,462 tonnes. Production also decreased by 1.8 per cent, amounting to 151,570 tonnes. Despite a rebound in the sales of automotive materials, the demand for building materials and thick plates for semiconductor manufacturing equipment continued to show sluggishness. This signifies the 20 th consecutive month of reduced shipment volumes compared to the corresponding month in the prior year. Aluminium plate shipments experienced a 1.9 per cent decrease, totalling 90,534 tonnes, while production saw a 2.4 per cent reduction, reaching 93,799 tonnes. Conversely, canned material sales witnessed a notable surge of 7.6...
LME aluminium opened at US$2218.5 per tonne in the previous trading day, with its low and high at US$2187 per tonne and US$2219 per tonne, respectively, before closing at US$2194 per tonne, down 0.95 per cent. The LME aluminium live price chart , on November 30, marked a falling market price trend, with the LME aluminium cash bid price and the LME aluminium official price discarding US$20.50 per tonne or 0.94 per cent to officially close at US$2,157 per tonne and US$2,157.50 per tonne. During Q3 2023, the highest LME aluminium price was witnessed on October 2, when the price stood at US$2,286 per tonne. Other than that, the overall mark has stayed below or near US$2,200 per tonne. London Metal Exchange graph displayed that the 3-month bid price and the 3-month offer price also deflected...
Leading the automobile industry towards sustainability and net-zero carbon emission, Volvo Cars announced on November 30 its plan to cut per-car emissions by 75 per cent by 2030. Volvo makes this announcement after a few years of its previous plan to cut per-car emissions by 40 per cent by 2025. So far this year, the Swedish multinational automobile manufacturing company has cut emissions by 19 per cent compared to 2018. Volvo Cars also announced yesterday about joining the World Economic Forum’s First Movers Coalition and that it would start investing in advanced near-zero emissions aluminium tech. The automaker also said it secured access to near-zero emission primary and recycled sheet steel from Sweden’s SSAB for vehicles. Volvo will be merging the applications of near-zero emissions...
Capral has been a reliable supplier of premium quality aluminium to SureWeld for its aluminium trailers and ramps. SureWeld, which started as a small welding shop in 1976, primarily focused on aluminium ramps. However, with an aim to cater to the growing needs of the machinery industry, the company expanded its product line to include aluminium plant trailers and has emerged as a leading manufacturer in this domain. In 2008, SureWeld introduced aluminium trailers to cater to the demand for lightweight trailers that could carry heavy plant equipment and withstand the challenges of difficult terrains. To achieve this, SureWeld's sales manager, Gareth Hansen, turned to aluminium as the ideal material to reduce the weight of their trailers. The Sales Manager reported: "We found that the...
On November 29, news came floating that Ardagh Metal Packaging in Whitehouse might close its operations by the start of 2024, as a reliable company source announced. The company also stated that the employees at the unit were notified first-hand on November 28, Tuesday. It was sensible on Ardagh's part to have informed the workers before the final closure in Q1 2024. The circular released by the sustainable packaging company read: "After a thorough review and analysis of our production capabilities, AMP has, in fact, made the difficult but final decision to close our beverage can manufacturing facility in Whitehouse, Ohio. The staff was informed of this as of yesterday. The closure will take place in Q1 of 2024, but the final details are still being determined. No further details at this...
In the relentless pursuit of sustainable practices and eco-friendly solutions, AL Circle marks a significant stride in promoting sustainability by unveiling a comprehensive report on the global recycled aluminium landscape, titled "World Recycled ALuminium Market Analysis - Industry forecast to 2030”. This industry-focused report delves into the import-export trade dynamics, secondary aluminium production and forecast, key trends, challenges and opportunities, etc, that are shaping the future of the recycled aluminium market on a global scale. The report marks a pivotal moment in the aluminium industry, shedding light on the critical role of recycled aluminium in the broader context of environmental sustainability and resource conservation. AL Circle, known for its commitment to...
In anticipation of COP28 , from November 30 to December 12, 2023, BMW Group is gearing up to play a pivotal role as the VIP E-Mobility Provider for the UN climate action summit. BMW is steering the course towards a more sustainable future, emphasising innovation, circular design, and responsibly sourced materials. At the heart of this commitment is BMW's deployment of a cutting-edge fleet for COP28, featuring the BMW i7, BMW iX, and the BMW iX5 Hydrogen. These vehicles will exclusively serve VIP guests and officials during the summit, showcasing the latest e-mobility technology. Sustainability crafted in the UAE: The BMW i7 The flagship BMW i7 leads the fleet, a beacon of Middle Eastern innovation. This vehicle's luxurious design, cutting-edge technology, and commitment to sustainability...
Since the beginning of this year, the aluminium and aluminium alloy industry chain in Tongchuan has always regarded project construction as a strong engine to promote high-quality transformation and development. As a result, the production of electrolytic aluminium in October, the primary commodity, reached 253,600 tonnes, representing a 0.5 per cent rise Y-o-Y. The production of aluminium materials reached 255,000 tonnes, showing a substantial year-on-year growth of 39.9 per cent. The year-on-year increase in large-scale firms' overall industrial output value is 16.1 per cent, making a significant contribution of 178.6 per cent to expanding the aluminium and aluminium alloy industry chain. The city's aluminium and aluminium alloy industrial chain now includes 12 businesses, including the...
Irizar e-mobility, a Spanish firm known for making zero-emission electric vehicles and focusing on providing cities with electromobility solutions, is the first to employ Hydro's recycled aluminium manufactured with green hydrogen in their products. Irizar e-mobility first purchased the customised aluminium profiles in early November after completing the testing. The profiles will be used in Irizar e-mobility's electric automobiles. One of the vehicles in their fleet is the "ie tram," an electric bus that produces zero emissions and resembles a tram. This vehicle combines the spaciousness, convenient entry, and interior arrangement of a tram with the adaptability of a city bus.Irizar e-mobility is committed to promoting the use of efficient, clean, and accessible transportation that...
We all have experienced the prevailing heat wave during the hottest month in the history of humanity, July 2023. It made some of us realise that if we do not mend our ways and start thinking about the broader group of people, it won't be long before some of our civilisations will forever get lost in oblivion. The melting of icebergs and the rising water levels have somehow indicated that there has been a considerable fluctuation in the global climatic conditions. The gradual rise in Earth's temperature can be attributed to CFCs or direct carbon emissions and other industry-related fumes. The aluminium industry is highly energy-intensive, and the conventional process of primary aluminium production releases 95% more CO2 than the production of recycled aluminium. That is why many leading...
Ardagh Metal Packaging Group (AMP), a global supplier of sustainable, infinitely recyclable aluminium packaging to brand owners across the globe, bagged the Best Metal Design recognition at the 21st World Beverage Innovation Awards. The ceremony was hosted this week at BrauBeviale in Nuremberg, commemorating the greatest beverage sector advancements. AMP is elated to have won the Best Metal Design category for their Candy Can with H!GHEND technology, which displays vivid images on the can end. An eco-friendly option with fewer calories, this sugar-free aluminium canned soft drink line is the brainchild of the innovative Dutch beverage firm Candy-Can, aiming to entice risk-takers. Gerlof Toenhake, Sales Director, Ardagh Metal Packaging-Europe, stated, "To win Best Metal Design at the World...
Shangnan County's recycling project, with an annual production of 200,000 tonnes of electrolytic aluminium waste, was successfully initiated on November 22. Shangnan County is in the east of Shaanxi province, China, bordering the provinces of Henan to the east and Hubei to the south. The project's total investment is RMB 750 million and is divided into two construction phases. The first phase aims to construct two production lines that will annually produce 30,000 tonnes of carbon slag and one production line that will annually produce 100,000 tonnes of overhaul slag. Additionally, the project will include the necessary environmental protection facilities. Once completed, the project is expected to generate an annual output value of RMB 400 million, with profits and taxes of more than RMB...
Recently, the Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region Energy Bureau released a statement regarding the implementation of green power supply projects. Chinalco Group's "Baotou Aluminum Industrial Park Green Power Supply Project" and "Baotou Aluminum Coal-fired Power Plant Renewable Energy Alternative Project" have both been included in the list of market-oriented new energy projects. This is a significant step forward for Baotou Aluminum's new green energy initiatives. These two approved projects will have a combined installed capacity of 2.1 million kilowatts, with 1.9 million kilowatts coming from wind power and 200,000 kilowatts from photovoltaic sources. Upon project closure, the Baotou thermal power plant's peaking capacity and the electrolytic aluminium load absorption capacity will be...
LME aluminium opened at US$2224 per tonne in the previous trading day, with its low and high at US$2207.5 per tonne and US$2231.5 per tonne, respectively, before closing at US$2217.5 per tonne, down 0.18 per cent. On Wednesday, November 29, both LME aluminium cash bid price and LME aluminium official settlement price grew by US$13.5 per tonne or 0.62 per cent to halt at US$2,177.50 per tonne and US$2,178 per tonne. As per the London Metal Exchange (LME) data, 3-month bid price and 3-month offer price added US$9.5 per tonne or 0.43 per cent to clock at US$2,217.50 per tonne and US$2,218.50 per tonne. December 24 bid price and December 24 offer price increased by US$8 per tonne or 0.34 per cent to settle at US$2,333 per tonne and US$2,338 per tonne. LME aluminium opening stock came in at...
Elval, the aluminium rolling division of ElvalHalcor S.A. has reportedly purchased SMS group’s Viridis Energy & Sustainability Suite to install in its flat-rolled aluminium manufacturing plant in Oinofyta, Greece. Viridis Energy & Sustainability Suite is an integrated solution for energy, resources, and sustainability management, which effectively enhances the operational efficiency of an aluminium plant. Similarly, this will benefit Elval, optimising the plant’s overall production process while reducing carbon emissions. Elval and SMS share a common vision of sustainable and responsible industrial practices that bring them together. With the installation of two modules of Viridis Energy & Sustainability Suite – Virdis Performance and Virdis Grids, Elval will be able to practice...
Hydro's CEO Hilde Merete Aasheim, in a recent announcement, has declared that the Norwegian aluminium and energy giant is finally joining the First Movers Coalition. The President and CEO, Hilde Merete Aasheim, exclaimed with glee: "I am proud to announce that Hydro is joining the First Movers Coalition, signalling our determination to take responsibility and lead the way for the world to reach the climate targets. The challenge of climate change transcends borders and industries, and we can only maintain the critical climate pathway of 1.5ºC if we work together to create new markets for a sustainable future." The First Movers Coalition is a collaborative effort of prominent global companies working together to leverage their purchasing power in promoting the use of low-carbon...
UN Climate Change High-level Champion for Egypt, Mahmoud Mohieldin, has reportedly advised heavy industries and hard-to-abate sectors to acquire a financing scheme that would pull funds from Western donors to help them shift to cleaner power generation. He said a Just Energy Transition Partnership (JETP) structure would be ideal for sectors like aluminium, steel, cement and fertilisers. Just Energy Transition Partnership is among the most high-profile financing mechanisms designed to draw on money from wealthy economies to aid industries to wean off fossil fuels. This kind of funding scheme will aid exporters in investing in technologies to reduce the carbon footprint of their products, which otherwise will have to face CBAM tariffs introduced by the European Union. The progress of JETP...
Junjia Xinyuan, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Jinjia Co., Ltd., announced on November 22 that it intends to invest RMB 100 million in establishing a new company named Shenzhen Jinjia Juneng Technology. This new company will conduct research and development, manufacture, and sell composite aluminium foil. Simultaneously, by the Strategic Cooperation Agreement established between Jinjia Xinyuan and Shenzhen Houlang Laboratory Technology Co., Ltd., the two entities will engage in strategic collaboration about high-power magnetron sputtering equipment for the production of polymer/metal composite materials. Once Jinjia Juneng is founded, its primary responsibilities will include conducting the landing, pilot testing, and small-scale verification of the research and development outcomes. The...
