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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Clemson University's 'Green Game' combines touchdowns with recycling aluminium, showing how orange passion can turn green for sustainability. Clemson University, known for its passionate fan base that proudly bleeds orange, is adding a shade of green to its homecoming celebration. Clemson is focusing on sustainability at the homecoming game against Wake Forest to secure its fifth annual GameDay Football Zero Waste Touchdown Challenge victory. This eco-conscious endeavour is part of the Campus Race to Zero Waste program, an initiative to inspire nationwide campuses to minimise waste generated during home football games. Clemson has already triumphed in this challenge four times in 2014, 2017, 2018, and 2021. Challenges and goals: The Campus Race to Zero Waste program evaluates...
The Netherlands Deposit Return Scheme (DRS) has achieved a significant milestone since its inception in 2006. As per the latest information by government officials in a letter from infrastructure minister Vivianne Heijnen, there has been a 33 per cent reduction in the presence of littered aluminium and steel cans since the initiation of this policy, compared to the corresponding period in the previous year. The amount of aluminium or steel cans identified in the trash has shown a prominent reduction in its number. On April 1 , a 15 per cent deposit scheme was implemented for all cans. Plastic bottles are also included in the deposit return scheme, and statistics show that the amount of litter found has fallen by 66% since it was implemented three years ago. Despite the observed drop,...
A much-awaited partnership between Pepsi MAX and EA SPORTS FC is laying the foreground for the production of aluminium cans and PET bottles with a collaborative logo and footballer images. This Pepsi MAX and EA SPORTS FC alliance is to announce an exciting international campaign that coincides with the launch of the latest football game, EA SPORTS FC 24. The campaign features three renowned footballers and includes an on-pack promotion, enabling fans to receive in-game rewards by purchasing select Pepsi MAX products. The co-branded Pepsi MAX x EA SPORTS FC 24 cans and bottles, adorned with the image of football talent such as Vini Jr, Leah Williamson, and newly-appointed ambassador Son Heung-min, will be available in more than 20 markets worldwide, making it accessible to millions of...
European Union and U.S. leaders are actively working towards unveiling an interim agreement during the upcoming summit scheduled for October 20th. This agreement aims to prevent the reintroduction of trade tariffs on steel and aluminium, imposed initially during the Donald Trump administration. According to a recent report by Bloomberg News, this collaborative effort signifies a significant step forward in averting potential disruptions to transatlantic commerce. The negotiations represent a crucial element of diplomacy between these two economic powerhouses as they strive to foster stronger trade relations while mitigating any potential trade disputes that may arise. The forthcoming summit serves as a pivotal moment for both parties to solidify their commitment to fair and balanced trade...
The Aluminium Federation, ALFED, has recently published a comprehensive report in collaboration with CRU International Ltd. This report delves into the ramifications of the Russia-Ukraine geopolitical crisis on the aluminium industry in the United Kingdom. It carefully analyses the effects of import sanctions imposed by the government in both the short-term and the foreseeable future while presenting viable alternative strategies to ensure a stable supply of primary aluminium. The report aims to safeguard the UK's robust aluminium supply chain, bolster domestic production, and mitigate the repercussions of geopolitical concerns. It examines the direct consequences on UK businesses stemming from the elimination of Russian materials in imports and anticipates the shifts in market dynamics...
The Norwegian government's national budget proposal, unveiled on October 6, contains various components that have implications for Hydro's activities within Norway. Of these, the most notable and concerning one pertains to the CO 2 compensation scheme. Hydro is surprised and expressed disappointment at the additional dilution of this scheme. Furthermore, the suggested taxation framework for wind power does not stimulate the necessary level of investments to guarantee a reliable power supply for both the industrial sector and the transition towards a more sustainable, environmentally friendly future. The total impact of changes in the CO2 compensation scheme for Hydro in 2023 is estimated at a reduction of approximately NOK 1 billion. According to Hydro, the Norwegian government's constant...
Vedanta Aluminium has reportedly brought a new range of advanced wire rods to expand premium offerings for the global power and transmission sector. The new range of wire rods includes T4, AL59, and the 8xxx series, launched on the inaugural day of the Cable & Wire Fair 2023 (CWF2023) in New Delhi. Manufactured by state-of-the-art continuous casting technology, Vedanta’s new range of wire rods are fit for the applications in automotive, building, infrastructure, and electronics. The T4 alloy rod is perfect for the use in high-voltage transmission grids and in the manufacture of optical fibre composite overhead wires, offering the benefits of low-sag high strength and enhanced durability. The AL59 alloy rod boasts a higher strength-to-weight ratio, superior power evacuation, and a...
Established in 2002, Jiangyin Royal Machinery Equipment (JRM) based in Jiangyin, Wuxi city, China has been successfully onboarded by AL CircleBiz to its list of 1600+ verified sellers. JRM specialises in constructing full aluminium extrusion press machine lines and plants. They provide the entire set of aluminium extrusion press equipment and related replacement parts, such as an aluminium extrusion press, an aluminium profile extrusion production line, an aluminium extrusion double puller, an aluminium extrusion single puller, and an aluminium extrusion handing table system, among other things. They specialise in the research, design, production, development, and sale of full aluminium extrusion press machine lines and the supply of related spare parts such as aluminium extrusion dies...
Avramar Shipping Agency, a maritime company headquartered in Piraeus, has recently declared the successful execution of an investment endeavour to procure a fleet of 12 newly developed vessels that adhere to environmentally sustainable practices. The primary attributes of the newly designed vessels encompass their enhanced cargo transportation capacities, accompanied by diminished carbon dioxide emissions and the use of sustainable structural elements, namely aluminium and polyethylene, in their fabrication. The total value of this acquisition amounts to around 4.2 million euros. The investment initiative was initiated in 2022 and has recently reached its culmination with the removal of 11 ageing vessels. When comparing Avramar's new fleet to its old fleet, it is evident that the former...
According to a recent report, GUNNA Drinks has shelved its new aluminium bottled lemonades in Co-op stores across the Mid Counties of the United Kingdom. From October 1, consumers visiting Co-op stores are able to buy GUNNA Drinks lemonades packed in 500ml aluminium bottles. The bottles are currently available in 80 stores across the UK. In the coming months, they will be on shelves in 40 more stores. Owing to aluminium packaging, the bottles are infinitely recyclable and filled with goodness of nutrition. Hence, the drinks are aligned with the two biggest consumers' demands – wellness and environment-friendliness. GUNNA first launched these immunity-boosting lemonades in July 2023, packaged in enticing bottles to make them appealing to shoppers. GUNNA has shifted its packaging from...
In order to retain and create manufacturing jobs, reduce industrial emissions, and grow a vitally important industry, the Department of Energy must invest in American-made clean aluminium amidst plummeting primary aluminium production in the U.S. This is the message conveyed by a letter sent by leading companies such as Ford Motor Co., General Motors, Pepsi Co., Ball Corp., Rivian, SunPower and eight others to U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Secretary Jennifer Granholm. The letter suggests that by using investments from the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) to expand and secure an affordable supply of clean energy, the Biden administration can modernise and grow this industry instead of allowing American-made primary aluminium to disappear. The Global Director of Sustainability, Homologation...
A coalition of industry stakeholders, which includes TOMRA and Gerhard Lang Recycling GmbH, has united to establish the "KANAL research initiative." Over the next three years, they aim to demonstrate the circular nature of aluminium by recycling functional new scrap from automobile production using LIPS technology. The automotive industry generates significant quantities of aluminium production scrap, typically collected, processed, and reused, albeit often resulting in lower-quality, less pure recyclable materials. In the KANAL research project, with a substantial €3.9 million in funding, a collaborative effort involving TOMRA, Gerhard Lang Recycling GmbH, the Pforzheim University of Applied Sciences, Germany, and the Jeanvré engineering firm aims to demonstrate the effective sorting and...
Apan Metal Recycling (AMR) Industries Ltd plans to construct a new aluminium recycling facility on the outskirts of Scunthorpe, off the Normanby Road, next to the Eddie Wright Raceway stadium. They anticipate that the centre will employ roughly a dozen individuals. A proposition has been made for constructing an office complex and an industrial shed. The company engages in the extraction of aluminium elements from used waste items to recycle them. To obtain refined aluminium extract from the waste materials it will handle, the newly established recycling facility will incorporate a range of equipment within its industrial structure, including shredders, hoppers, conveyors, and magnetic separators—the business endeavours to acquire around 5,000 metric tonnes of product on an annual basis....
Primary aluminium production in North America during August 2023 stood at 332,000 tonnes, reflecting a slight increase of 2,000 tonnes or 0.60 per cent month-on-month, found the International Aluminium Institute. The output growth extended in August but at a slower rate compared to 2.80 per cent in the previous month. In July, North America’s primary aluminium production was recorded at 330,000 tonnes versus 321,000 tonnes in June. On a year-on-year calculation, primary aluminium output in North America edged a hike of 8.85 per cent from 305,000 tonnes, showed IAI. The daily average production was 10,700 tonnes in August 2023, up by only 100 tonnes from 10,600 tonnes in July, and 900 tonnes higher than 9,800 tonnes in August 2022. In the first eight months of the year, North America’s...
R+Co is an umbrella organisation fostering the best-in-class hairstylists and the most progressive hair designers in the sector. To foray into the world of hair colours, the brand is launching its professional range of colours that will come packed in sustainable packaging solutions like 100% PCR paper and 100% recycled aluminium bottles. The new R+Color will be available in some selected R+Co salons. The range has clay, cream and powder variants, which have been certified by the Leaping Bunny standards. The formulas are completely vegan and gluten-free. The hair colours can be defined under four main categories: Lighteners Demi-permanent Hair Dyes Semi-permanent Hair Dyes Permanent Hair Dyes This is not the first time that fashion brands have shown Eco eco-consciousness. With the advent...
The industrial engine of Europe, Germany, is degenerating into a drag. The fourth-largest economy in the world is Germany, after the United States, China and Japan, and it is the largest economy in Europe. The country is the third largest export nation globally with 70 per cent, while the service sector contributes the most significant part to the country’s GDP. The largest economy in the European Union, which has long been a source of growth, is projected to contract this year. The major economic think tanks in the nation predict that output will decline by 0.6 per cent in 2023 before slightly increasing to 1.3 per cent the following year. The direct reasons for the decline likewise impact the remainder of the EU. However, it is also shining a bright light on decades of underinvestment...
Hydro Energi AS, a core part of Norsk Hydro, has reportedly inked a long-term power purchase contract with Fortum, a Nordic energy company. As per the agreement, the latter will supply 0.44 TWh per year of energy to Hydro’s Norwegian aluminium plants, with effect from 2024. It is a 13-year contract and hence will remain valid till 2036. Over this period, Fortum will supply 5.7 TWh of power to Hydro’s plants in price area NO3. Fortum is known for producing the cleanest energy in Europe, with action plans guided by ambitious environmental targets. Long-term renewable energy agreements are crucial for Hydro to continue producing low-carbon aluminium. Renewable power is key to produce aluminium in Norway with 75 per cent less carbon footprint than the global average. It will also help Hydro...
RecycLiCo Battery Materials Inc. has proudly announced that it has received patent No. 2020237451 from the Australian Patent Office and patent No. 7341598 from the Japanese Patent Office for its lithium-ion battery recycling process. Through the process, RecycLiCo separates aluminium foil from cathode active materials so that they can be sent for recycling. These two patents bring the company's patent portfolio to a total of ten granted patents and six additional applications for battery recycling worldwide and represent the second patent granted in both regions. Acquiring patents worldwide for our innovative technology is crucial for strengthening our business model and enabling the widespread implementation of our RecycLiCo solution. These patents not only offer legal protection for our...
