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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Ankur Chawla's sustainable vision came into the foreground of India's first-ever G20 summit in Delhi as Responsible Whatr, an Indian eco-conscious startup, helped keep the international and national delegates hydrated with its premium quality natural spring water packed in aluminium cans made with 70% recycled aluminium. Responsible Whatr has left its mark in the beverage industry with its natural spring water packaged in eco-friendly 100% recyclable aluminium cans. The brand recently announced its use of these cans at the G20 Summit, where it provided hydration solutions to world leaders and delegates attending the event. This partnership not only emphasised the brand's commitment to promoting sustainable practices but also showcased its innovative and eco-friendly products on a global...
In October 2019, the province Party Committee and provincial government facilitated the establishment of the Yunnan Green Aluminium Innovation Industrial Park in Yanshan. The park has successfully established and integrated the whole industrial chain of green aluminium via its dependence on the 2.03 million tonnes of green aluminium project initiated by Yunnan Hongtai Company. Thus far, the investment has reached a total of RMB 28.7 billion, and it is projected that the aluminium industrial production value of the park will attain RMB 18.33 billion in 2023. The Yunnan Green Aluminium Innovation Industrial Park is a collaborative effort between the provincial government and the Weiqiao Entrepreneurship Group. Its primary objective is to expedite the comprehensive integration of Yunnan's...
On Thursday, September 7, China’s aluminium ingot inventories across eight major consumption areas amounted to 517,000 tonnes, registering a week-on-week hike of 24,000 tonnes from 493,000 tonnes, found the Shanghai Metals Market survey. However, from Monday, November 4, the inventories dropped by 2,000 tonnes, and from a year ago, the stocks plunged by 155,000 tonnes, marking the lowest level for this period in the past five years. The inventory fall in mid-week could be attributed to an enthusiastic consumption of primary aluminium among the downstream sector ahead of a traditional peak season. The predominant trend of high supply and low demand has somewhat weakened. However, the week-on-week hike in inventories was primarily contributed by Wuxi, followed by Nanhai, Shanghai, and...
On September 7th, the Yulian Industrial Park photovoltaic project successfully connected its first phase to the grid for power generation. The project has been constructed by Suzhou Zhongxin New Energy Co., Ltd. and utilizes the roof of the Yulian Park factory building. The project's total installed capacity is about 40 megawatts and will be constructed in two phases. The first phase, with a total capacity of 24MW, has been successfully connected to the grid for power generation through the joint efforts of all parties involved. The second phase is expected to be connected to the grid for power generation by the end of December. After completing all phases, the annual power generation will reach approximately 44 million kilowatt hours, with an average annual reduction of roughly 44000...
Aluminium Stewardship Initiative has presented Performance Standard V2 (2017) Certification to Ningbo Tuopu Group Co., Ltd. under Provisional status. The certification is for the company's Light Alloy System 9th Unit in Ningbo, China, wherein it operates casting, semi-processing, aluminium remelting/refining and material conversion. Ningbo Tuopu Group Co. manufactures power chassis systems, trim systems, and intelligent driving control systems for the automotive industry, and is also engaged in research and development. Ningbo Tuopu received the certification after undergoing a stringent, independent, third-party audit carried out by TÜV Rheinland Cert GmbH. Since the audit occurred before May 31, 2023, the company acquired the Performance Standard V2 certification. The ASI Performance...
As a combination of engineering and creative thinking, a cargo solutions provider, Graviti has developed a technology that reduces the costs of loading bulk cargo, speeds up the process and gives their clients a competitive advantage — the European manufacturer of self-discharging containers designed to speed up bulk cargo loading into ships. The mission is to provide the industry with reliable customised solutions optimising routine loading processes. Customers' business interests rank as the priority guided by a sense of innovation, customer satisfaction and manufacturing superiority. The company can guarantee safe, secure and efficient solutions using cutting-edge international technology and developments, and quality control is performed at each production stage. According to Graviti,...
LME aluminium opened at US$2,194.5 per tonne last Friday, with its high and low at US$2,195 per tonne and US$2,171 per tonne, respectively, before closing at US$2,181 per tonne, a drop of US$15 per tonne or 0.68 per cent. On Friday, September 8, the London Metal Exchange (LME) revealed that both LME aluminium cash bid price and LME aluminium official settlement price slumped by US$25.5 per tonne or 1.18 per cent to settle at US$2,132 per tonne and US$2,132.50 per tonne. 3-month bid price and 3-month offer price also contracted by US$25 per tonne or 1.13 per cent and US$15 per tonne or 0.68 per cent to close at US$2,180 per tonne and US$2,181 per tonne. December 24 bid price and December 24 offer price dipped by US$23 per tonne or 0.97 per cent to halt at US$2,327 per tonne and US$2,332...
Aluminium has become increasingly important in the end-use sector due to its versatility, lightweight properties, and sustainability. It has found extensive applications in various industries and products, such as transportation (cars, planes, and trains), packaging (cans and foil), construction (windows, doors, and facades), electronics (smartphones and laptops), and renewable energy (solar panels and wind turbines). Its corrosion resistance, strength-to-weight ratio, and recyclability make it a crucial material in modern manufacturing, contributing to energy efficiency and environmental sustainability. Moreover, aluminium's adaptability and ability to enhance product performance have solidified its significance in diverse end-use applications. CECI 1938, producers of one of the world's...
Exlabesa purchased Flandria Aluminium, a French firm specialising in aluminium profile extrusion, machining, surface treatment, and recycling. Exlabesa's worldwide growth plan includes expanding its direct presence in France, Belgium, and the Netherlands. On September 5th, the 2023 Guangxi Top 100 Private Enterprises Press Conference was held in Nanning. Guangxi Ping Aluminium Group was placed 15th in the "2023 Guangxi Top 100 Private Enterprises" and 11th in the "2023 Guangxi Top 100 Private Enterprises in Manufacturing Industry" in 2023. Swisstek Aluminium was granted the National Cleaner Production Centre's Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Verification. This honour highlighted Swisstek Aluminium's persistent commitment to sustainability and environmental responsibility, as seen by its...
Major changes are on their way in the primary aluminium sector, with the world advocating the need to incorporate more and more renewable energy systems into the equation. Shell Energy and Hydro have inked a significant three-year agreement aimed at decarbonising Hydro's UK operations. Under the terms of the deal, Shell Energy will supply 56 GWh of electricity and 144 GWh of gas to Hydro annually, letting the aluminium giant substantially cut down its Scope 2 emissions in the UK, resulting in a remarkable annual reduction of approximately 11,000 tonnes of CO2. In a recent development, Jérôme Pécresse has been appointed as the new Chief Executive for Rio Tinto Group's aluminium business, starting on October 23, 2023. He has over 30 years of experience in senior leadership roles in global...
Winning International Group, a company based in Singapore specialising in capesize vessels, has recently ordered at the CSSC yard Qingdao Beihai Shipbuilding in China to construct two huge ore carriers (VLOCs). These VLOCs are intended to support the company's seaborne trade route from West Africa to China. These newly commissioned vessels, known as WinningMax, will have a capacity of 325,000 deadweight tonnes. They will be certified by the China Classification Society and DNV, measure approximately 330 meters in length, be equipped for methanol storage with 12,000 cubic meters of fuel storage tanks, boast a speed of 13.9 knots, and meet the requirements of EEDI Phase 3. Compared to traditional capesize vessels, the WinningMax is anticipated to reduce energy consumption per tonne by...
According to data released on September 8, 2023, by the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS), business turnover in July witnessed declines in seven of the 13 selected industries. The Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) is the independent statutory agency of the Australian Government, responsible for statistical collection and analysis and for giving evidence-based advice to federal, state and territory governments. However, on June 7, ABS stated, "Our economy grew 0.2 per cent during the March quarter 2023 and 2.3 per cent compared to the same time last year. This was the sixth straight quarter of economic growth, though it was the weakest quarterly growth since the COVID-19 Delta lockdowns in September quarter 2021. GDP per capita fell 0.2 per cent.” The Electricity, gas, water, and...
Sustainability has grown as a critical topic in the world aluminium industry, not for no reason. Every day and hour, the industry is witnessing substantial developments pertaining to sustainability. This week, three global aluminium companies bagged ASI certification, GenHydro allied with RPG Generate Group to generate abundant renewable energy, and Ayana Renewable Power signed a power purchase agreement with Hindalco Industries Limited. Aluminium Bahrain B.S.C. (Alba), as the first smelter in the Middle East, acquired the newest version of (V3) of Aluminium Stewardship Initiative's (ASI) Performance Standard Certificate, which was released in May 2023. Similar to previously earned ASI's Chain of Custody Standard Certification , this new certificate acknowledges the production and...
Hydro has planned to invest heavily in Alumetal's recycling facility, and this will be the first such instance after the Norwegian aluminium giant took over the company. This new investment will be crucial in switching the prevailing furnaces and ingot casting units with the latest, ultra-advanced equipment that would amplify the growth while keeping an eye on safety protocols and increased efficiency. The Executive Vice President of Hydro Aluminium Metal, Eivind Kallevik, seemed optimistic about the new decision and commented: "We are pleased to have Alumetal as part of the Hydro family. We have been impressed by the achievements of the Alumetal organization. In Alumetal, we see a good fit with Hydro's ambitious strategy for growth in recycling. This investment confirms our intention to...
The United States aluminium crude metals and alloys imports from Canada in May 2023 was 212,000 tonnes, with the total imported amount from January to May being 1.06 million tonnes. On the other hand, USGS data denotes that the amount of aluminium crude metals and alloys exported to Canada in May 2023 was 6,640 tonnes, marking a total export value of 29,300 tonnes from January to May of the same year. The above data tells us that the USA imports a hefty amount of aluminium crude metals and alloys from Canada, while the export percentage is quite low. On a month-on-month scale, the import amount has fallen from 237,000 tonnes in April 2023, while the export rate has swollen from just 4,990 tonnes in April 2023 to the current data in May. US imports from Canada have dropped by 25,000 tonnes...
The 46 th US President Joe Biden is scheduled to attend the G20 Leaders' Summit in New Delhi on September 8, where he will be chauffeured throughout India in the "Beast," a heavily armoured limousine under the care of the US Secret Service. An enhanced security apparatus, including the world's most expensive cars, cutting-edge weaponry, bomb detection capabilities, a central command centre, and a network of independent communication lines, is being established by the USA Secret Service. In addition to Air Force One and helicopters for air transportation, President Biden will have an extensive fleet of vehicles, including the "Beast" for ground transportation during the summit. This heavily armoured limousine boasts military-grade protection, bulletproof windows as a matter of course, and...
The inauguration ceremony for the annual treatment of 70,000 tonnes of aluminium electrolyte comprehensive utilisation project, conducted by Henan Qinyuan Chun New Materials, took place on the morning of September 6. Wang Jiapeng, the Party Secretary of Qinyang and Deputy Director of the Standing Committee of the Municipal People's Congress in Jiaozuo, graced the occasion and officially declared the commencement of operations for the project. During the production ceremony, Wang Jiapeng announced the beginning of the yearly process of Henan Qinyuanchun New Materials' complete utilisation project for 70,000 tonnes of aluminium electrolyte. "In recent years, Qinyang City adheres to the main strategy of industrial strength, always regards project construction as the main focus of work,...
On September 5, Baowu and Chinalco Group signed a strategic cooperation framework agreement in Beijing. The purpose of this agreement is to actively promote the optimisation and upgrading of the industrial layout structure while practising the new development concept. The agreement will enable the two sides to carry out in-depth cooperation in the areas of national strategic mineral resources security, advanced material research and development, and industrial collaboration. The signing ceremony was attended by Baowu Party Secretary and Chairman Hu Wangming and Chinalco Group Party Secretary and Chairman Duan Xiangdong. The agreement was signed by Hou Angui, a member of the Standing Committee of the Baowu Party Committee and Deputy General Manager, and Dong Jianxiong, a member of the...
