Venezuela's aluminum industry could be making another move into the US market as commodity traders and mining investors explore a fresh shipment of primary aluminum. The discussions signal renewed commercial engagement between the two countries and could open another supply channel for US aluminum consumers. The proposed cargo would follow the return of Venezuelan aluminum to the US after years of restricted trade. However, the negotiations remain ongoing, and the potential shipment's significance will depend on whether the renewed trade activity develops into a sustained flow of metal. Explore the production, demand and consumption forecasts of bauxite and alumina in our report: " Global Bauxite & Alumina Market Forecast to 2036: Supply–Demand, Trade Flows & Price Outlook " Mercuria and...
Novelis has supplied approximately 100,000 m² of aluminium façade materials for six construction projects across the UK, highlighting the metal's growing role in architectural design, infrastructure modernisation and urban regeneration. The materials have been used across developments in Glasgow, Manchester, Birmingham and London, covering applications ranging from transport infrastructure and residential refurbishment to commercial and mixed-use buildings. The projects demonstrate the versatility of aluminium in modern building envelopes, with Novelis supplying architectural materials designed to combine durability, aesthetic flexibility and performance. Aluminium supports diverse architectural applications Commenting on the projects, Michael Hahne, Vice President Commercial of Novelis...
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With over 12 years of experience in manufacturing various types of aluminium profiles, including aluminium window and door profiles, aluminium tile trim profiles, aluminium profiles for LED lighting, and other Industry profiles, Fonirte Group has been successfully registered by AL CircleBiz. The window and door aluminium profiles are constructed of material that does not wrap or corrode and can be used inside and outdoors. The products offered by Fonirte Group include – China Thermal Break Powder Coating Extrusion Aluminium Profile for Windows and Doors Powder Coating Aluminum Extrusion Profile Based in China, the Fonirte Group is a prominent manufacturer of aluminium extrusions, upvc profiles, wpc wall panels, spc flooring, windows, and doors. They have a skilled R&D team to build unique...
ProMat, one of the leading tradeshows in the US, is known for bringing together premier material-handling and supply-chain solution providers to display the newest industry advances and witnessed a fantastic crowd this year. One of them is DigitⓇ, a humanoid warehouse worker who walked erect on goatlike legs and plucked containers off shelves with strong arms fashioned of aerospace-grade aluminium. Aerospace grade aluminium is a general phrase for specific aluminium alloys deemed exceptional and beneficial to the aerospace industry. ProMat 2023 was held in Chicago from March 20-23. DigitⓇ, developed by Oregon-based Agility Robotics, is the type of technology that can do a wide range of jobs and adapt to a wide range of processes; a fleet of Digits will be able to switch between...
Blockchain technology is a cutting-edge database mechanism that enables transparent information sharing among participants within a business network. It operates by storing data in interconnected blocks, forming a chain-like structure. In the mining sector, blockchain technology enhances supply chains' transparency, reliability, and scalability, enabling companies to monitor the flow of metals and minerals effectively. It facilitates the tracking of critical information, including carbon emissions, water consumption, human rights issues, and financial transactions, ensuring a more transparent and accountable mining industry. Now with a growing emphasis on ethical and transparent mining practices, the mining sector seeks to amplify its commitment to responsible resource extraction. The...
Capral Aluminium marked a significant milestone in sustainable sourcing this month with the receipt of the first Aluminium Stewardship Initiative (ASI) Chain of Custody (CoC)-certified cargo from Aluminium Bahrain (Alba). The accreditation ensures that the aluminium in its products is ethically sourced and processed by the highest environmental, social, and governance criteria. Alba’s CEO, Ali Al Baqali, said, “This is our first ASI CoC shipment into Australia, following an industry-leading move by Capral to achieve their own ASI Chain of Custody certification.” Capral joined ASI last year and last month announced certification in ASI Performance Standard V3 and Chain of Custody (CoC) V2 for extrusion, storage, and distribution of aluminium goods and services, which applies to all 26...
LME aluminium opened at US$2,204.5 per tonne on Friday, with its high and low at US$2,229 per tonne and $2,195 per tonne, respectively, before closing at US$2,227 per tonne, an increase of US$18 per tonne, or 0.81 per cent, from Thursday. On Friday, July 28, both LME aluminium cash bid price and LME aluminium official settlement price dropped by US$14 per tonne or 0.64 per cent and US$14.5 per tonne or 0.66 per cent to close at US$2,161 per tonne and US$2,16.50 per tonne. 3-month bid price and 3-month offer price slumped by US$17 per tonne or 0.76 per cent to halt at US$2,202 per tonne and US$2,203 per tonne. December 24 bid price and December 24 offer price also dipped by US$10 per tonne or 0.42 per cent to clock at US$2,365 per tonne and US$2,370 per tonne. LME aluminium opening stock...
The bauxite mining subsidiary of Emirates Global Aluminium, Guinea Alumina Corporation (GAC) and Electricité de Guinée (EDG), the national electricity company, has recently entered into a non-binding memorandum of understanding (MoU). The primary objective of this MoU is to ensure a stable supply of 10 megawatts of electricity, facilitating the connection of GAC's port operations in Kamsar to the national grid. This connection will result in an annual supply of 26 million kilowatt hours, representing a significant milestone in the company's dedication to sustainable development. GAC presently relies on diesel generators to power its facilities. Nevertheless, under the consideration outlined in this MoU, there is a plan to transition towards hydroelectric power, which promises substantial...
China, the world's largest aluminium producer, has achieved a groundbreaking milestone in the mining industry by successfully implementing longwall shearers in bauxite mines, marking the world's inaugural application of this comprehensive mechanized mining technology underground. Spearheading this achievement is China Coal Technology and Engineering Group Corporation (CCTEG), the critical equipment supplier, which has ingeniously adapted coal mining machines into efficient bauxite extractors. Remarkably, this innovative approach yields an impressive mineral recovery rate exceeding 95 per cent while maintaining a remarkably low depletion rate of less than 5 per cent. Consequently, standard ore sections can now produce an annual output of over 500,000 tonnes, making it a significant...
Every Can Counts (ECC) announced the winners of this year's national recycling award competition. Crewe Clean Team, Bodega 51 Pub, and Haileybury School have been recognised for their commitment to environmental sustainability and recycling. Local students from the East of England gathered this week for a special event to learn about the benefits of recycling metal packaging such as aluminium. The event, hosted by Tata Steel's Eleanor Shorland, reviewed the recycling process and provided practical tips on separating packaging at the kerbside. Jamestrong, a renowned Australasian can manufacturer with Taree factories, is collaborating with the UNSW Centre for Sustainable Materials Research and Technology (SMaRT@UNSW) to make aerosol cans utilising recycling technology developed by the...
The global leader in the development and manufacturing of high-value-added aluminium products, solutions, and aluminium recycling, Constellium's packaging and automotive rolled products (P&ARP) segment in Q2 2023 that concluded on June 30 experienced a 7 per cent decline in y-o-y shipments, amounting to 272,000 tonnes. This decrease was primarily attributed to lower packaging and speciality rolled product shipments. However, the impact was partway compensated by increased shipments of automotive rolled products. According to the company's statement, the segment recorded €1 billion in revenue, reflecting a 22 per cent downfall compared to the previous year. The decrease can be primarily attributed to reduced shipments and lower metal prices. However, this was partially mitigated by better...
Composed of aerospace-grade aluminium 6061, Harwin announced the availability of backshells for their Kona high-power connector line. These backshells will prevent undesired EMI from seeping into the surrounding system from the connector/cable assembly. The 6061 aerospace-grade aluminium can be shaped into various forms and is very corrosion resistant, making it a suitable complement for various aircraft applications. Grade 6061 is extensively utilised in the manufacture of light crafts. Its ease of machining and welding is why it is often used in these applications. Harwin's 8.5mm-pitch Kona connectors come in 2, 3, and 4-contact varieties and are compact and streamlined while carrying huge currents (up to 60A per contact). These high-reliability components have been extensively employed...
The fourth-largest chain of supermarkets in the United Kingdom, Morrisons, will conduct a trial run of the in-store recycling points for coffee machines launched in association with Podback. The partnership with Podback will first be tested in 29 Morrisons locations. Customers will need to use suitably colour-tagged bags - one for aluminium pods and one for plastic pods - to separate them and then send them to various recycling centres across the UK. The testing or the trial is the first carried out by a UK grocery company. Morrisons customers will have access to a new drop-off service at selected stores as part of the experiment, enabling them to acquire Podback recycling bags, fill them with spent pods, and recycle them in dedicated bins at the front of the shop. Rick Hindley, executive...
Aluminium Bahrain embraced digital transformation by using Virtual Reality (VR) technology into five key areas for its internal training courses. The effort was undertaken in conjunction with Atyaf eSolutions, and the signing ceremony took place on July 12, 2023. On July 27, 2023, Vice President Kashim Shettima reiterated Nigeria's steadfast commitment to revive the Aluminium Smelter Company of Nigeria in St. Petersburg, Russia. He emphasised the significance of actively interacting with key industry players to accomplish this aim. The London Metal Exchange (LME), the global trading centre for industrial metals and the location of the bulk of nonferrous metal futures transactions, is again pressured to remove Russian aluminium from its warehousing system. The Norwegian aluminium behemoth...
Just like our laptops, even digital cameras need their part of cooling and keeping them cool is often a struggle these days. With increasing user demand regarding quality, frame rate, bit rate, continuous stills shooting capabilities, and sheer throughput, it is essential to keep digital cameras cool. And to provide a solution to this, Ulanzi has come up with its newly launched aluminium cooling fan. As a result of its high-quality aluminium alloy casing, efficient heat dissipation, sandblasted oxidation process, and enhanced durability, the fan provides effective and consistent cooling. It is also available for a range of Sony, Canon, and Fujifilm camera bodies. The fan has three modes of operation with varying speeds, enabling the users to tailor it as per their specific requirements....
Belfast #CircleCity is a new on-the-go recycling programme in Belfast City Centre, made possible with assistance from The Coca-Cola Foundation. The campaign was launched by Coca-Cola, Belfast City Council, and the environmental organisation Hubbub. The three-month initiative will make recycling aluminium cans and plastic bottles as simple as possible for residents and tourists, increasing recycling rates. "We're urging everyone to use the new recyclable bins to help us keep as much valuable plastic and aluminium as possible in the loop," said Beau Zilesnick, project lead at Hubbub. The initiative was made possible with the assistance of The Coca-Cola Foundation and was previously implemented in Dublin city centre. As part of the campaign, 25 bright and colourful recycling bins have been...
Soon Lian, a company listed on the SGX, anticipates reporting a consolidated net loss for the six-month period ending June 30. This contrasts the consolidated net profit achieved during the same period in the previous year. The expected loss is attributed to a decrease in sales revenue and an increase in the allowance for the impairment of inventories. The Board of Directors of Soon Lian Holdings Limited has announced that following a preliminary review of the unaudited results for the half year ended 30 June 2023 (“HY2023”), the Group is expected to report a consolidated net loss, compared to a consolidated net profit in the corresponding prior year period. The company stated, "The main factors contributing to the expected loss are a decline in sales revenue and a higher allowance for...
On Thursday, July 27, Aluminium Stewardship Initiative (ASI) announced that Real Alloy, the global market leader in third-party aluminium recycling and specification alloy production, was accredited with the ASI Performance Standard V2 (2017) certification for the recycling of aluminium scrap and the manufacture of wrought and foundry alloys at 11 manufacturing facilities in Canada, the United States of America, and Mexico, as well as central strategic and administrative functions at their headquarters in Beachwood, Ohio, USA. The operations provide specified foundry and wrought alloys in liquid and solid ingot forms to various industrial sectors, including automotive and transportation, packaging, manufacturing, and construction. In 2022, Real Alloy had achieved dual ASI certifications...
In 2013, Simon Minoprio, ex-professional sailor and marine electrician, founded the award-winning NZ aluminium trailer boat business named “Innovision Boats”, which has made its own identity among the other participants of the same industry in Australasia. Being a man from the waters, he believed in aluminium to be his business hero. Having been involved with extensive sailing background and marine electrician and boat building with Alloy Yachts- super yacht builder, he collaborated with Bakewell-White Naval Architects to bring up a distinctive hull design for the Australasia trailer boat. Innovisions’ boats exclusively have the plumb bow, catering to longer waterlines for finer entry, reduced pitching and slamming, an evolved greater internal volume, v-berth and cabin space, and the...
The aluminium industry is undergoing a significant transformation, with a strong emphasis on sustainability, where recycling plays a vital role, making it a top priority for producers and consumers. The industry's focus has shifted towards implementing eco-friendly practices and embracing circular economy principles. This strategic shift reflects a commitment to reducing environmental impact, conserving resources, and promoting the responsible use and disposal of aluminium products. With a shared vision of a greener future, the aluminium supply chain stakeholders are collaborating to create a more sustainable and environmentally-conscious industry. As a result, large firms throughout the value chain are embracing essential activities such as developing advanced technologies and adopting...
