ECV International is pleased to announce that the 4th European Green Aluminium Summit 2026 will take place on November 18–19, 2026, in Frankfurt, Germany. The summit will bring together over 100 senior decision-makers from across the aluminium value chain to address the industry’s most pressing challenges and opportunities in the transition to a low-carbon future. As Europe accelerates its path toward climate neutrality by 2050, the aluminium sector faces mounting pressure from the EU’s Fit-for-55 framework, the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM), volatile energy markets, and tightening sustainability requirements. At the same time, aluminium remains indispensable for decarbonising mobility, packaging, construction, and aerospace, thanks to its lightweight properties and infinite...
Stretch a line from the Red Sea through the Gulf of Aden and the Indian Ocean all the way to the Atlantic coast, and you'll pass through a decade-old network of ports, long-term concessions, roads, and logistics corridors built by a single Gulf state. The common thread running through the United Arab Emirates is bauxite mines, the raw ore behind aluminium production, sit alongside renewable energy plants, and data centres. On 20 September 2026, Anwar Gargash, diplomatic adviser to the UAE president, put a number on that footprint sharing that the UAE investment in Africa is approaching USD 150 billion, with annual two-way trade now exceeding USD 107 billion. He framed the expansion as part of Abu Dhabi’s push to build direct ties with the continent, bypassing traditional Western...
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On March 19, Wagstaff Inc., a Spokane, Washington-based machinery, technology and service company that enables aluminium producers to transform molten aluminium into solid shapes using ‘direct chill casting’, announced that its Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Kevin Person, would retire on March 29, 2024. The company also said that its current Vice President of Sales and Marketing, Steve Anderson, would succeed Kevin Person and serve as the new CEO. Kevin Person is a well-known personality in the aluminium manufacturing sector in Spokane for about a half century. Before serving Wagstaff for 25 years, he was associated with Kaiser Aluminum for 21 years. During his tenure in Wagstaff, Person held the titles of Vice President of Sales and Marketing and Application Engineering Manager. Under...
LME aluminium opened at $2,276.5 per tonne yesterday, with its high and low at US$2,279 per tonne and US$2,248 per tonne, respectively, before closing at US$2,269 per tonne, down US$7.5 per tonne or 0.33 per cent. On Tuesday, March 19, the LME aluminium cash bid price and LME aluminium official settlement price dropped by US$22 per tonne to settle at US$2,202 per tonne and US$2,202.50 per tonne, respectively. As per the LME data , both 3-month bid price and 3-month offer price dipped by US$18 per tonne or 0.79 per cent and US$17.5 per tonne or 0.77 per cent to clock at US$2,254 per tonne and US$2,255 per tonne. On the same day, both December 25 bid price and December 25 offer price fell by US$10 per tonne or 0.40 per cent to peg at US$2,467 per tonne and US$2,472 per tonne. LME aluminium...
According to the United States Geological Survey (USGS), the annual US import of metals and alloys, crude for consumption in 2023 amounted to 26.4 million tonnes, of which Canada represented only 8.94 per cent or 2.36 million tonnes. On a Year-on-Year basis, Canadian aluminium imports to the US declined 8.17 percent, or 21,000 tonnes, from 2.57 million tonnes recorded during December 2022. Canadian imports to the US – A 2023 analogy Canada has been the largest supplier of crude metals and alloys to the US, followed by the United Arab Emirates, Australia, Bahrain, and Argentina, which are constantly fighting for consecutive numerical positions. In September 2023, the US import of metals and alloys, crude from Canada was 2.1 million tonnes, which added 26,000 tonnes or 12.38 per cent on a...
On Tuesday, March 19, Aluminium Stewardship Initiative (ASI), announced that Huanghe Xinye, in Xining City, achieved the ASI Performance Standard V3 (2022) Certification for its smelter and casthouse facility. This facility specializes in the production of liquid aluminium and aluminium ingots. With an impressive annual aluminium production capacity of 600,000 tonnes, this facility is a beacon of sustainable and responsible aluminium manufacturing. The ASI Certification program emerged from an exhaustive multi-stakeholder consultation and is the sole comprehensive voluntary sustainability standard initiative across the aluminium value chain. Launched in May 2022 after an extensive multi-year revision process, the ASI Performance Standard V3 (2022) delineates 11 principles and 62 criteria...
Shanghai Unison Aluminium Products, a Chinese car parts manufacturer, is investing over 35 million euros ($38.1 million) in a new facility near Bulgaria's second-largest city, Plovdiv, as per the city authorities. The new plant, to be situated in the Trakia Economic Zone, will specialize in producing aluminium profiles for the automotive industry, as detailed by the business development unit of the Plovdiv municipality in a statement released on Monday. Construction of the plant is expected to be completed within a year. The facility is anticipated to generate between 150 and 200 job opportunities. Shanghai Unison Aluminium Products supplies prominent automotive companies such as Tesla, Volvo, and Fiat. The company operates subsidiaries in Mexico and Bulgaria to efficiently serve its...
With a significant wind and solar tender, Tomago Aluminium, Australia's premier smelter, embarks on a riveting journey toward sustainability. As the nation's largest consumer of energy, Tomago's transition to renewables sets a pioneering precedent in the aluminium industry. Tomago Aluminium, renowned for its efficiency, spearheads a monumental shift towards clean energy. With plans to transition to renewable sources by the end of the decade, the smelter aims to secure a long-term, economically viable deal to power its operations sustainably. Economic and environmental impact Boasting unmatched efficiency, Tomago Aluminium supports over 6000 jobs and injects substantial revenue into the economy. By harnessing wind and solar power, the smelter not only reduces its carbon footprint but also...
In a motion toward bolstering its infrastructure, the County of Oswego Industrial Development Agency (IDA) has secured a substantial $2.787 million grant from the New York State Department of Transportation's Passenger and Freight Rail Assistance Program (PFRAP). This grant, announced by Governor Kathy Hochul, is earmarked for rail enhancements at the Novelis plant located in Scriba, New York. The allocation is set to facilitate crucial improvements within the Novelis facility, particularly in optimising rail operations. These enhancements entail realigning existing tracks and turnouts to accommodate longer railcars effectively. Additionally, a section of dormant tracks will be reactivated, streamlining the movement of railcars for increased efficiency. Transitioning to sustainable...
According to the State Statistics Committee, in 2022, Azerbaijan exported 5,102 tonnes of aluminium to Japan for a total value of $12.73 million. However, in 2023, aluminium exports from Azerbaijan to Japan saw a notable increase. The country exported 6,598 tonnes of this non-ferrous metal, amounting to $13.387 million in export value, as per the report. This reflected a 29 per cent growth in exports compared to the previous year. Despite the increase in export volume, the price of raw aluminium fell in 2023 compared to 2022. In 2022, a tonne of aluminium was priced at $2,367, but the price decreased to $2,029 per tonne in the following year. As per AL Circle’s new industry-focus report, “Global ALuminium Industry Outlook 2024,” i n recent years, the aluminium industry’s long-term outlook...
European Aluminium, a member-based industry association representing Europe's aluminium value chain, commands the European Union to impose sanctions on aluminium supplied from Russia and exclude EU-based companies owned by Rusal. The European Union has been considering banning aluminium of Russian origin due to the geopolitical crisis between Russia and Ukraine. So far, the action has not come into effect but has not been completely discarded, given the volume of Rusal's aluminium supplies. In 2023, Rusal sold 4.2 million tonnes of aluminium, most of which was produced in Russia. Rusal also has operations in other parts of the world, such as Ireland, Sweden, Jamaica, Guinea and China, but these assets mainly produce bauxite and alumina. However, it should be noted here that European...
Pushing the boundaries of RV design, Polydrops is back with a new trailer titled P19 Shorty. Crafted with durable aluminium construction and best-in-class suspension, the P19 Shorty guarantees a smooth ride. Its seamless insulation ensures that the interior remains at a comfortable temperature without the need for a constant heat source. Featuring the aerodynamic design The P19 Shorty enhances aerodynamics, reducing air resistance and drag for smoother travel by featuring a front air tunnel redirecting airflow from the tow vehicle. Adding to its advanced aerodynamic features, the P19 Shorty boasts vortex generators positioned atop the roof, enhancing efficiency by minimizing air resistance. Complementing this, the rear spoiler reduces wind resistance and drag for a streamlined experience....
LME aluminium opened at US$2,272.50 per tonne yesterday, with its high and low at US$2,294 per tonne and US$2,261 per tonne respectively before closing at US$2,276.5 per tonne, down US$0.50 per tonne or 0.02 per cent. The LME aluminium official price chart on March 18 flashed a slight increase in rates, with the LME official cash bid price stopping at US$2,224 per tonne with a spike of US$6 per tonne or 0.27 per cent. The LME official settlement price parked at US$2,224.50 per tonne, having registered a similar rise. Comparison on a Y-o-Y and M-o-M scale If the LME aluminium price on March 17 last year is taken into account, we can calculate a Year-on-Year slump of 0.34 per cent. On the other hand, when we consider the price on February 19, a Month-on-Month increase of 1.81 per cent can...
SOURCE Global is thrilled to introduce SKY WTR by SOURCE™, a groundbreaking product in the bottled water market. This innovative offering is the first of its kind, providing sustainably sourced bottled water without extraction methods. Using cutting-edge technology powered by sunlight and air, SKY WTR redefines the traditional approach to producing bottled water. In an era where reevaluating our consumption of finite resources is imperative, SKY WTR marks a significant step forward in sustainability within the USD$350 billion bottled water industry. Since 1993, over 2150 gigatons of groundwater have been extracted from the Earth. Numerous specialists predict that global demand for freshwater will surpass available supply by 40 per cent by 2030. In contrast to conventional bottled water...
On Tuesday, March 19, China’s A00 aluminium ingot price remained unchanged at RMB 19,250 per tonne, with the average prices between RMB 19,230 per tonne and RMB 19,270 per tonne. The spot contract price also remained unaltered at a discount price of RMB 70 to RMB 30 per tonne. The domestic aluminium ingot prices have shown mixed changes today. In regions like Wuxi, Hangzhou, Chongqing and Shenyang, the prices have shown no change to settle at RMB 19,240 per tonne, RMB 19,250 per tonne, RMB 19,200 per tonne and RMB 10,170 per tonne. As per the SMM data, the price in Tianjin has lost RMB 20 per tonne to clock at RMB 19,200 per tonne, followed by a fall of RMB 10 per tonne in Gongyi and Foshan to reach RMB 19,130 per tonne and RMB 19,200 per tonne. The price of low-carbon aluminium has...
Norsk Hydro, a Norwegian aluminium and renewable energy company, is eyeing to source processed aluminium scrap for its North American extrusion plants. According to a report, Hydro has signed a multi-year agreement with Sims Alumisource for the same purpose. Hydro is the largest producer of aluminium billets in North America, owning twelve recycling facilities in the United States and Canada. This recent agreement will facilitate Hydro's North American Extrusions business unit with around 36,000 tonnes of additional post-consumer aluminium scrap. Hydro and Sims Alumisource has had a long working relationship in refining and processing post-consumer aluminium scrap into furnace-ready material for extrusion billet casting. Using more post-consumer aluminium scrap for manufacturing extrusion...
According to a report on Monday, March 18, Hydro Extrusions has signed an agreement to sell its fabrication unit in Kaunas, Lithuania, to VE Invest UAB. Hydro’s Kaunas plant primarily operates as a fabrication unit for Hydro’s extrusion plants in Sweden and Denmark. The plant has approximately 170 employees. As per the agreement signed, Hydro will sell 100 per cent of its shares to VE Invest UAB, with all rights and obligations. The employees will continue working the organisation under the leadership of Paulius Velicka, the current managing director. Bruno D’hondt, Senior Vice President and Head of Hydro Extrusion Europe commented: “We strongly believe that for our colleagues in Kaunas this change represents the best guarantee of a good future under a new owner. They will continue to...
In a world where innovation and sustainability intertwine, Aluminati Guitars stands as an extraordinary example of finding power in vision and perseverance. Central to the ethos of Aluminati Guitars is a steadfast commitment to sustainability. Embracing aluminium as its primary material, the company has shattered conventions within an industry dominated by its wooden counterparts. Founded by James Little in the heart of Chicago, this pioneering endeavour began with a simple desire: to create instruments that transcend the limitations of traditional craftsmanship. Fuelled by a passion for music and a commitment to environmental stewardship, Aluminati Guitars has emerged as a beacon of change in the music industry. Engineering euphony - Harmonising with sustainability In the hallowed halls...
In a promising collaboration, TAHA International and NFC have forged a strategic alliance aimed at revolutionising the aluminium industry. The partnership centres on integrating TAHA's cutting-edge hot dross processing technology into NFC's service offerings, marking a significant milestone in sustainable aluminium production. Aluminium dross, traditionally deemed as waste in smelting processes, poses significant environmental challenges. However, TAHA's patented hot dross processing technology transforms this waste into a valuable commercial resource. By recycling dross, TAHA mitigates environmental harm and enhances the sustainability of aluminium production. Collaborative Benefits The partnership enables NFC to leverage TAHA's patented technology globally through Barenyam Holdings...
According to the United States Geological Survey's findings, India's aluminium scrap imports from the US decreased over a year in 2023, accounting for 21.94 per cent of the United States total aluminium scrap exports versus 22.95 per cent last year. As per the USGS data, India imported 452,000 tonnes of aluminium scrap from the US in 2023 compared to 459,000 tonnes in 2022, indicating a year-on-year drop of 1.53 per cent. After August 2023, India's aluminium scrap imports from the US fell relentlessly each month. In September, the imports decreased by 5.5 per cent to 42,700 tonnes, which further declined the following month by 17.33 per cent to 35,300 tonnes. In November, the import volume was 30,700 tonnes, down by 13.03 per cent month-on-month, and continued to fall in December by 21.82...
