According to data released by the General Administration of Customs of the People's Republic of China (GACC), China's total primary aluminium imports reached 185,500 tonnes in August 2026, down 14.65 per cent year-on-year but up 0.16 per cent month-on-month. Total imports for January-August amounted to 1.66 million tonnes, a decrease of 3.41 per cent year-on-year. The 14.65 per cent year-on-year decline in August imports, coupled with a nearly flat month-on-month performance, indicates that imports have not collapsed but rather maintained a steady inflow. In August, China's total primary aluminium exports stood at 21,900 tonnes, down 14.53 per cent year-on-year and 30.48 per cent month-on-month. Cumulative exports for January-August totalled 167,500 tonnes, up 9.26 per cent year-on-year....
Vedanta Aluminium presented 24 technical papers and secured three Best Paper Awards at IBAAS 2026 in Jharsuguda, highlighting its work across aluminium smelting, alumina refining, sustainability, alloy development and resource recovery. The 14th International Bauxite, Alumina & Aluminium Conference and Exhibition (IBAAS 2026), held in Jharsuguda, brought together industry leaders, researchers, technology providers, policymakers and academics to discuss the future of the aluminium industry under the theme, ‘Global Aluminium Outlook 2030: Secure Resources, Efficient Energy and Value from Wastes’. Vedanta Aluminium’s participation covered a broad range of technologies and applications, including artificial intelligence, digitalisation, alumina refining, aluminium smelting, sustainability,...
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The ongoing geopolitical conflict between Israel and Palestine has hit the aluminium factories in Palestine in terms of production and profits. Muhanad Nairoukh, manager of one of the three biggest aluminium factories in the occupied West Bank of Palestine, has reportedly told Al Jazeera that the industry is near a halt. Effects of the conflict He says his company is operating at 40 per cent of its capacity, and production is reduced by 60 per cent. The Palestinian Central Bureau of Statistics (PCBS) estimated at the end of December 2023 that the economy of the State of Palestine shrank to $1.5 billion during the initial days of the conflict, equivalent to approximately $25m per day, excluding direct losses in properties and assets. As an effect of the geo-political crisis, the internal...
Austal Australasia is set to embark on an exciting maritime venture, having secured a prestigious contract to craft a cutting-edge 32-metre aluminium catamaran for Rottnest Fast Ferries, headquartered in Hillarys, Western Australia. As the company's official announcement revealed, this groundbreaking project is a collaborative effort with the renowned vessel designer Incat Crowther. The construction of this state-of-the-art aluminium catamaran is scheduled to kick off in the first quarter of CY2024 at Austal's Philippines shipyard. Paddy Gregg, the Chief Executive Officer of Austal Limited, expressed enthusiasm about this venture, highlighting the enduring and fruitful partnership between Austal and Incat Crowther. This collaboration has spanned multiple vessels and several decades. The...
Effective February 1, 2024, Hisham Alkooheji will uphold the post of Alba's Acting Chief Marketing Officer (CMO) after the former CMO Khalid A. Latif steps down. Hisham Alkooheji's journey within Alba has been marked by significant contributions and a progression of roles. Commencing his tenure as an Operational Excellence specialist in 2011, he ascended to the position of Health Compliance and pricing-marketing in 2016. Hisham Alkooheji's chronology in ALBA Demonstrating versatility, from 2018 to 2020, Alkooheji shouldered responsibilities as the Manager of Customer Services & Marketing Operations and Manager of Sales in the Middle East & Africa. Notably, during this period, he oversaw Alba's global export logistics and Casthouse production planning. Recognising his prowess, Alkooheji...
A team of scientists led by Professors RB Harikrishna, Hemagni Deka, T Sundararajan, and G Ranga Rao from the Department of Chemical Engineering at IIT Madras has successfully demonstrated the utilisation of discarded metal wastes like aluminium cans as feed materials for the thermochemical production of green hydrogen. In this process, hydrogen gas is generated by splitting water using industrial waste metal scrap at elevated temperatures. While the initial stage of the process requires a substantial energy input to achieve the desired temperature, the researchers highlight that the subsequent stages benefit from the exothermic nature of the reaction, allowing for a reduction in energy input. The details of their findings are published in a recent article in The International Journal of...
Malaysia-based LB Aluminium Bhd has put forward a notion to acquire a particular segment of freehold industrial land with constructions in Beranang, Selangor. The complete purchase might take RM30.41 million. LB filed for the purchase agreement under Bursa Malaysia and was helped by Puspajaya Realty Sdn Bhd for the final acquisition. A few extended concerns The property in question, as described by LB, is a parcel of freehold industrial land, which includes two units of single-storey detached factories, a single-storey office, and a guardhouse. The company has clarified that the proposed acquisition will be funded by cash from internally generated funds and/or bank borrowings. The company said in a statement: "The proposed acquisition is of strategic importance to the company as it is...
According to the Shanghai Metals Market (SMM) survey, China produced 3.562 million tonnes of primary aluminium in December (31 calendar days) 2023. That was an annual increase of 3.6 per cent, leading to a cumulative output of 41.513 million tonnes in the entire year. Production analysis The daily average domestic aluminium production recorded a drop of more than 3,800 tonnes month-on-month to stand at around 114,900 tonnes in December. Although domestic operating capacity increased slightly over a month, the electrolytic cells in Yunnan that were shut down previously no longer produced aluminium liquid. The annual domestic output of 2023 experienced a rise of 3.6 per cent, found SMM. In December 2023, the domestic aluminium liquid alloying ratio remained high, except for some smelters in...
In an enigmatic move within the ambit of the #FirstMoversCoalition, Ball Corporation and Novelis have seamlessly joined forces with Alcoa to unveil a distinctive edition of the Ball Aluminum Cup®. This avant-garde creation, premiered amid the intellectual milieu of Davos at #WEF2024, serves as a testament to the paramount importance and feasibility of collaborative efforts in decarbonizing the aluminium supply chain. Crafted from a composition of 90% recycled aluminium sourced from Novelis, a pioneering force in sustainable aluminium solutions, and supplemented by 10% primary aluminium extracted through Alcoa's revolutionary ELYSIS carbon-free smelting technology, this cup stands as a paragon of innovation. The utilization of ELYSIS not only underscores Alcoa's commitment to...
A group of innovative students from the Sepuluh Nopember Institute of Technology (ITS) has achieved a breakthrough by transforming used aluminium into a sustainable energy source. M Rizki Akbar, the leader of the ITS PKM-RE team, shared that his inspiration for this research stemmed from his concern about the accumulation of cans and used aluminium foil in the laboratory. Known by the nickname Kiba, this student highlighted the significance of the pre-treatment phase in obtaining clean aluminium metal that is free from impurities. A 60-second pre-treatment revealed that 0.5 grams of aluminium cans could generate an impressive 233.93 milliwatts of electrical power. In stark contrast, untreated aluminium cans only yielded a mere 29.78 milliwatts. Through their participation in the Exact...
Today, on January 22, the SMM A00 aluminium price has remained stagnant on its previous weekend’s position, recording a price of RMB 18,830 per tonne. If we consider China’s A00 aluminium ingot price on October 23, last year, there can be found a Quarter-on-Quarter descend of RMB 90 per tonne or 0.47 per cent from RMB 18,920 per tonne marked that day. Similarly, if we take last year’s SMM aluminium price on December 22, there can be seen a Month-on-Month loss of RMB 290 per tonne or 1.52 per cent from RMB 19,120 per tonne logged that day. It is clear that China’s aluminium market was slowly regaining traction last December but the price is on the downhill since mid-January. Decoding the prevailing conditions in China’s aluminium market The Chinese market if facing a new trouble at this...
LME aluminium opened at US$2,172 per tonne last Friday, with high and low at US$2,182 per tonne and US$2,158.5 per tonne, respectively, before closing at US$2,172.5 per tonne, an increase of US$4.5 per tonne or 0.21 per cent. On Friday, January 19, both LME aluminium cash bid price and LME aluminium official settlement price dropped by US$9 per tonne or 0.42 per cent and US$8.5 per tonne or 0.39 per cent to stand at US$2,121 per tonne and US$2,122 per tonne. 3-month bid price and 3-month offer price decreased by US$11 per tonne or 0.50 per cent and US$11.5 per tonne or 0.52 per cent to settle at US$2,164 per tonne and US$2,164.50 per tonne. December 25 bid price and December 25 offer price dipped by US$10 per tonne or 0.41 per cent to peg at US$2,420 per tonne and US$2,425 per tonne. LME...
Shanghai Dragon Aluminium Foil Products Co. Ltd, a prominent aluminium foil packaging industry player, has recently joined AL Biz, the world's 1st B2B online marketplace that connects millions of buyers and sellers across the entire aluminium value chain. Established in 2009, the company has emerged as one of China's largest producers of aluminium foil packaging products. Nestled in the scenic coastal city of Yancheng, Jiangsu province, within the thriving Yangtze River Delta, their expansive factory spans 60,000 square meters and boasts a workforce of over 300 skilled employees capable of producing nearly 5000 tonnes of aluminium products. With an impressive annual total output value of around 200 million, Shanghai Dragon Aluminium Foil Products Co. Ltd has become a key player in the...
Aluminium production is energy-intensive, primarily through the smelting process. Many companies have invested in technologies and practices to enhance energy efficiency, such as adopting more sustainable energy sources and improving overall production processes. Sustainability in the aluminium industry was gaining momentum, driven by various factors such as environmental concerns, regulatory pressures, and market demands for responsibly sourced materials. Recycling aluminium is a key aspect of sustainability in the industry. Aluminium is highly recyclable, and recycling requires significantly less energy compared to primary production. Many companies have been increasing their focus on recycling and incorporating recycled content into their products. Here are the latest sustainability...
As we enter the third week of the new year in 2023, industry predictions have proven accurate, with the primary aluminium prices experiencing a continuous decline. Notably, the Shanghai Futures Exchange (SHFE) price has demonstrated better resilience compared to the London Metal Exchange (LME) price. Projections indicate that metal prices are anticipated to decrease by 5 per cent in 2024, with subsequent stabilisation in 2025. The World Bank's Metal Price Index is set to undergo a 5 per cent reduction in 2024. Nickel is expected to witness the most significant price decline, followed by aluminium, tin, zinc, lead, and copper. However, a modest rebound is foreseen in 2025, with price increases ranging from 2 per cent for lead to 9 per cent for aluminium. Let's review the top news and...
AL Biz , as the world's first and largest online B2B marketplace for the entire aluminium value chain, hosts 1800+ suppliers worldwide. This article spotlights the top 13 suppliers who have risen to prominence within this transformative platform. Jindal Aluminium Ltd: Jindal Aluminium Ltd, with a rich history spanning 50 years, stands as India's largest aluminium extrusion company. Focused on aluminium extrusions and flat-rolled products, the company's commitment to quality has led to global recognition. Boasting a turnover of approximately INR 30 Billion and a production capacity of 1.75 lac MT, Jindal Aluminium Ltd has pioneered in achieving certifications like HSB and ISO 9002. Bagaria Aluminum Alloys Pvt. Ltd: Bagaria, established in 2007, processes over 1100 metric tonnes of...
Epsilon Carbon Pvt. Ltd., a key player in the carbon industry, has recently inked a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Government of Odisha, marking a monumental step towards a substantial investment in the region. The Integrated Carbon Complex (ICC) project, costing almost INR 10,000 crore, is situated in Jharsuguda, Odisha. This project is expected to bring about significant socio-economic development in the region. It is expected to create around 2000 job opportunities directly and indirectly. What's more, the project highlights Epsilon Carbon's commitment to community development. Collaboration for Prosperity Epsilon Carbon is set to collaborate closely with local communities, steering comprehensive programs in education, skill development, healthcare, and infrastructure. This...
UK-based EVTEC has successfully secured a £7.4 million multi-asset facility from Cynergy Business Finance (CBF) to bolster its position in the automobile aluminium parts casting sector. This funding will fortify EVTEC's recent acquisition of JVM Castings, a move aimed at expanding its service offerings in the aluminium die-casting domain. This development underscores EVTEC's commitment to growth and diversification within the evolving landscape of hybrid and electric vehicles. Established in 2021 and headquartered in Coventry, EVTEC has swiftly become a key player in the production of intricate, lightweight aluminium die-cast components and assemblies. The company caters to renowned Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) globally, boasting an impressive clientele that includes industry...
Shandong Huajian Aluminium's successful inclusion in the "green factory" list and recognition as a "national green factory" are significant achievements that reflect the company's commitment to sustainable and environmentally friendly practices. The General Office of the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology's announcement of the 2023 green manufacturing list and the introduction of the "enterprise green code" underscores the importance of promoting green manufacturing for the overall development of the manufacturing industry. Huajian Aluminium's dedication to "green water and green mountains are gold mountains and silver mountains" aligns with the broader goal of building a manufacturing powerhouse focusing on sustainability. By consistently following a green development path...
To bridge the ecological gap with sustainability and green energy initiatives, Egypt's Ministry of the Public Business Sector and Scatec ASA, a renowned Norwegian renewable power producer, are exploring the development of a solar project. This venture aims to provide clean energy to power the aluminium complex situated in Nagaa Hammadi, Upper Egypt, marking a significant step towards reducing environmental impact in the aluminium industry. The recent meeting between Minister Mahmoud Esmat and Scatec representatives centred around a proposal for a solar plant equipped with a battery system. This innovative approach is intended to ensure a clean and reliable source of electricity for the aluminium factory. Discussions encompassed the economic feasibility, production costs, selling prices,...
