Limited-edition G 63 combines an aluminium-panel roof rack with upgraded suspension and traction systems for more demanding off-road adventures Mercedes-AMG has taken the G 63 beyond its familiar luxury-performance role with the launch of the G 63 Offroad Pro, a limited-edition variant priced from INR 38 million (USD 396,050) ex-showroom in India. Instead of focusing only on styling upgrades, the new version adds dedicated expedition hardware and technology aimed at making the SUV more capable away from paved roads. One of the most practical additions is a professional roof luggage rack featuring an aluminium panel construction, along with a removable rear ladder. The setup provides greater flexibility for carrying expedition equipment and luggage, giving the G 63 a more...
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...
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Spot prices for Aluminium ADC12 alloy ingots (automobile equivalent grade) surged by INR 2,000 per ton to reach INR 207,000 per tonne week-on-week, excluding GST, in ex-works Delhi. This uptick was driven by a notable increase in local tense scrap prices across north and south India, where persistent shortages remain a significant concern, as reported by BigMint assessments. Currently, tense scrap offers in Chennai are at INR 173,000 per tonne. However, actual trade levels are observed within the range of INR 172,000 to INR 172,500 per tonne. Furthermore, the spot price for ADC12 in Chennai is approximately INR 210,000 to INR 212,000 per tonne ex-works, excluding GST. Market dynamics: Insights from participants This week, ADC12 prices have remained strong, driven mainly by the limited...
Having amassed over two decades of success and solidifying its position among the top three largest fairs in the global construction sector, Expo Revestir, organised by the National Association of Ceramic Manufacturers for Coverings, Sanitary Ware and Similar Products (Anfacer), is on the brink of opening its doors for the 2024 edition. Scheduled to take place from March 19th to 22nd at the expansive São Paulo Expo Pavilion, the event will span an impressive 65 thousand square meters. Over three hundred renowned brands will attend, showcasing their latest innovations and products in the industry. Noteworthy companies participating Among the highlights are companies showcasing groundbreaking advancements in aluminium usage. Eclisse, for instance, will unveil a range of solutions for doors...
Norsk Hydro ASA, a leading Norwegian aluminium and renewable energy company, announced that it appointed Eivind Kallevik as the new President and CEO, who would succeed Hilde Merete Aasheim. The appointment will be effect from May 13, 2024. The news came after Dag Mejdell, chairperson of Hydro's Board of Directors, officially announced the appointment of Mr Eivind Kallevik, as Hilde Merete Aasheim has decided to step down after five years. Dag Mejdell said, "I am pleased to announce that Eivind Kallevik has accepted the job as President and CEO of Hydro. Throughout his more than 30 years of experience from Norwegian and international finance and industry, Eivind has a strong track record of developing the business, capturing opportunities, and maneuvering the industrial landscape and...
According to a recent report by the Iranian Mines and Mining Industries Development and Renovation Organisation (IMIDRO), Iran's four leading aluminium production firms manufactured 54,893 tonnes of aluminium ingots in February 2024. This marked an increase from the 51,416 tonnes produced in February 2023, as disclosed by IMIDRO. Over the span of 11 months in the current Iranian calendar year (March 21, 2023, to February 22, 2024), these major aluminium producers collectively yielded 582,200 tonnes of aluminium ingots . Moreover, during the same timeframe, the Iran Alumina Company contributed significantly to the production landscape, generating over 206,000 tonnes of alumina powder and over 347,000 tonnes of aluminium hydrates.
According to the Shanghai Metals Market survey, China’s average alumina spot price has dipped by RMB 1 per tonne on Thursday, March 14, marking the fourth consecutive day of fall. Thus, the price stands at RMB 3,321 per tonne, down by RMB 11 per tonne or 0.33 per cent week-on-week compared to RMB 3,332 per tonne. In Shanxi, the alumina spot price has decreased by RMB 5 per tonne to RMB 3,315 per tonne, which on a week-on-week basis is down by RMB 30 per tonne or 0.90 per cent from RMB 3,345 per tonne. In other provinces like Shandong, Henan, Guizhou, and Guangxi, the alumina spot price has remained restrained on March 14. A00 aluminium ingot price However, amid the incessant downfall in the alumina spot price, A00 aluminium ingot price has been rising for the past three days. According to...
LME aluminium opened at US$2,261 per tonne on Wednesday, with its high and low at US$2,274.5 per tonne and US$2,254 per tonne, respectively, before closing at US$2,262.5 per tonne, down US$0.5 per tonne or 0.02 per cent. On Wednesday, March 13, both LME aluminium cash bid price and LME aluminium official settlement price increased by US$10 per tonne or 0.45 per cent and US$10.5 per tonne or 0.47 per cent to settle at US$2,223 per tonne and US$2,224 per tonne. As per the LME data, the 3-month bid price and 3-month offer price went up by US$7 per tonne or 0.30 per cent to settle at US$2,269 per tonne and US$2,270 per tonne. December 25 bid price and December 25 offer price gained US$12 per tonne or 0.48 per cent to reside at US$2,480 per tonne and US$2,485 per tonne. LME aluminium opening...
Volker Backs (in the picture on the right), a member of the management of Speira GmbH, is the new chairman of the AD aluminium semi-finished products trade association. He was elected by the general meeting of the aluminium semi-finished products trade association in Düsseldorf without a dissenting vote with one abstention. Backs succeeded Frank Busenbecker, Director of DACH Strategy at Hydro Extrusion Europe, who chaired the association from 2018 to 2024. Martin Knötgen, personally liable partner and CEO of OTTO FUCHS KG, was also elected as a deputy without a dissenting vote with one abstention. "I would like to thank you for your trust and look forward to the upcoming tasks in the professional association. "My express thanks also go to my predecessor, Frank Busenbecker, for his many...
The Scottish waste management company Cireco has celebrated the achievements of its automated residual line, located at the materials recycling facility (MRF) near Dunfermline. In September 2022, Cierco integrated three AI robots obtained from Recycleye. These robots were installed over a conveyor belt and were responsible for managing reject material at the MRF, a task previously carried out by three manual pickers. Since the implementation of these robots, which process 30,000 tonnes of recyclables from the Fife council, there has been a notable enhancement in the recovery of recyclable materials. Moreover, the system has demonstrated flexibility in adjusting to variations in the composition of the recycling stream. David Goodenough, the Service Manager at Cireco, said, "We have...
Aluminium Day (13th March) is an annual event aimed at celebrating the versatility of aluminium and to encourage innovation and knowledge sharing within the manufacturing, engineering, and wider construction sectors. Now in its fifth iteration, this year’s theme focuses on skills gaps and seeks to identify the new generation of students, recruits’ trainees and apprentices who are together helping shape the future of the industry. In the lead-up to the event, we reached out to ALFED members from across the aluminium supply chain to find out the key trends we should be watching out for, the obstacles we’re facing, and what opportunities lie ahead for the industry. Carbon Emissions: Carbon emissions reduction has emerged as a paramount concern integrated into business models across various...
At the end of last week on March 7, China's domestic aluminium ingots and aluminium billets inventory showed a downtrend with the arrival of the traditional peak season. According to SMM, aluminium ingots inventory in China's eight major consumption areas stood at 821,000 tonnes, up 3,000 tonnes from March 4 and 33,000 tonnes higher than the pre-Chinese New Year holidays during February 10-15. Compared to the past seven months of the same period, the inventory reflected a slow growth and remained at the lowest. The fall in ingot inventory was primarily driven by the significant rise in outflows from warehouses by about 17,7000 tonnes week-on-week in the second week after CNY, amounting to 98,800 tonnes. The inventory performance after CNY this year is similar to last year. SMM suggests...
The Volta Aluminium Company (VALCO) recently inaugurated a cutting-edge steam boiler to enhance the factory's power generation operations. Valued at approximately $300,000, this new equipment is poised to ramp up the production of carbon anodes, a crucial component in the primary aluminium manufacturing process. Function of the boiler The steam boiler's primary function is to support the production of green anodes, an essential element of the aluminium smelting process. Noteworthy features include an economiser that enhances fuel efficiency and a dual-fuel burner compatible with Residual Fuel Oil (RFO) and natural gas. This dual-fuel capability is expected to facilitate a smooth transition towards increased natural gas usage. During a ceremony held in Tema on March 8, VALCO CEO Daniel Nii...
Vinícola Santa Julia, based in Argentina, has teamed up with the fast-food giant McDonald's to introduce an innovative wine offering in aluminium cans across the country, riding the wave of the beverage market's growing trends. This new offering will be featured as an exclusive combo, a collaboration celebrating La Fiesta de la Vendimia — the Harvest Festival — which kicked off in early March in Mendoza. As part of the promotion named Sabores Mendoncinos, the combo will showcase the Tomatimac sandwich, inspired by the Argentine tomato-based recipe, tomaticán cuyano, along with a 269 ml can of Syrah Rosé wine. This amount roughly equals two glasses of wine. Canned wine has been gaining worldwide attention not only for its sustainability, thanks to aluminium's infinitely recyclable nature,...
The imported aluminium scrap prices in the Indian market are experiencing an upward trend, which is attributed to several factors. These include the notable increase in aluminium LME (London Metal Exchange) levels, a scarcity of material both domestically and globally, and rising freight rates. The three-month LME price stood at approximately $2,260 per metric ton, marking a $40 per tonne increase week-over-week. Concurrently, stocks were reported at 577,675 metric tons, representing a 1 per cent decline week-over-week, further contributing to the rise in LME prices. As per assessments conducted by BigMint, imported aluminium scrap prices have surged by up to 2.6 per cent. Tense scrap originating from the UAE witnessed a $35 per metric ton increase, reaching $1,825 per metric ton, while...
Primary aluminium production across Europe (including Russia) totalled 579,000 tonnes during January 2024, reflecting a rise of 3,000 tonnes from 576,000 tonnes in December 2023 and a hike of 5,000 tonnes from 574,000 tonnes in January 2023. The production improved for the second straight month as the energy crisis started easing, implied by the fact that European Commission softened the stringent policy of 15 per cent gas consumption curb. EU diplomats even said in recent statements that some countries view the policy as no longer necessary since the peak of Europe's energy crisis has passed. Production in Russia and Eastern Europe The primary aluminium production rise in Russia & Eastern Europe for the second consecutive month during January 2024 further underscores the fact that the...
The workshop for the aluminium alloy strip 2# production line for automobiles at Chinalco Ruimin has been completed. The goal is to commence production by the end of August. This includes installing the steel structure and heating area of the gas-electric furnace and 80 per cent completion of the installation of auxiliary equipment. Additionally, the cable bridge operation has been finished. The following steps involve the full rollout of electrical cabinet installation and cable laying. Chinalco Ruimin New Energy Automobile has also initiated constructing a special air cushion continuous heat treatment line project for aluminium alloy materials at its Lanyuan Factory. The 1# automobile plate production line began operations in 2020 and is currently in full swing. The company has expanded...
re3 (Reduce, Reuse, Recycle) is a waste management partnership between Bracknell Forest, Reading, and Wokingham Borough councils. Teaming up with Alupro, re3 is urging residents of Reading and Wokingham to recycle their aluminium foil more. Launched on March 6, the "Fantastic Foil" initiative will reach households through a vibrant social media drive and eye-catching promotional signage at the re3 recycling centres. Together with FCC Environment, they are dedicated to delivering top-notch recycling and waste management services that are both efficient and budget-friendly for the residents. But that's not all—students from schools across the three boroughs were invited to join the fun by participating in a competition to craft spring-themed sculptures using clean, recycled aluminium foil....
On Wednesday, March 13, China’s A00 aluminium ingot price ascended by RMB 20 per tonne to settle at RMB 19,150 per tonne, with the average prices between RMB 19,130 per tonne and RMB 19,170 per tonne. The spot contract price may be traded at a discount price of RMB 50 to RMB 10 per tonne. The prices have grown in all the provinces except Foshan, which have remained unchanged at RMB 19,110 per tonne. As per the SMM data, the prices in Wuxi and Hangzhou have hiked by RMB 30 per tonne to settle at RMB 19,150 per tonne. On the same day, the price in Tianjin experienced the same growth, arriving at RMB 19,130 per tonne. The domestic aluminium ingot prices in Chongqing, Shenyang and Linyi have increased by RMB 20 per tonne to clock at RMB 19,120 per tonne, RMB 19,100 per tonne and RMB 19,150...
LME aluminum opened at US$$2,250 per tonne on Tuesday, March 12, with high and low at US$2,270 per tonne and US$2,242.50 per tonne, respectively, before closing at US$2,263 per tonne, up US$11 per tonne or 0.49 per cent. On Tuesday, March 12, LME aluminium cash bid price and LME aluminium official settlement price built up by US$11.50 per tonne or 0.52 per cent to stand at US$2,213 per tonne and US$2,213.50 per tonne, marking about a six-week high. Aluminium demand in the global market has recovered in the ongoing traditional peak season, but supplies from top producers in China are yet to fill the gap. In addition, a firmer US currency after inflation data above consensus also added pressure to industrial metals. 3-month bid price and 3-month offer price moved up by US$20 per tonne to...
