Jamaica is preparing for a major shift in its mining industry, with the Government looking to expand mineral exploration beyond bauxite and alumina, develop higher-value products and reduce taxpayers' exposure to financially troubled state investments. The newly established Ministry of Mining and Geology is spearheading the initiative, with a broader agenda covering mineral diversification, fiscal reform, geological assessment and environmental accountability. Minister of Mining and Geology Floyd Green has begun implementing the new direction following a directive from Prime Minister Andrew Holness. The strategy, outlined during a high-level meeting of the Ministry, aims to reposition mining as a wider driver of economic growth, investment and national development. Limestone and critical...
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...
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ReStore, a sustainable funding initiative launched to support the Black Hills Area Habitat for Humanity, aims to collect around 10,000 pounds of aluminium by July 31 to win an ongoing drive. The winning organisation will get a $6,000 reward for collecting 10,000 pounds of aluminium. The fund from the drive will be used to assist Black Hills Area Habitat for Humanity in constructing affordable houses. The Rapid City ReStore is one of 100 organisations taking part in an aluminium push throughout the United States and Canada. Anyone who wishes to contribute aluminium may do so by bringing items to the ReStore between the hours of 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Saturday. Donations may also be dropped off at the ReStore's outdoor collection spot on the west side of the building, beside the...
According to the letter sent to members, European Aluminium, the voice of the European aluminium industry, has considered actively lobbying for European Union sanctions on Russian aluminium but would oppose explicitly targeting the Russian aluminium giant Rusal. The group drafted an internal memorandum for planning purposes, lacking any knowledge regarding imminent sanctions from the European Union. However, the European Commission chose not to provide any comments on the matter. According to Reuters, a letter revealed that discussions were held among members of European Aluminium regarding the potential action of "advocating for EU sanctions on Russian aluminium." A letter dated July 2023 mentions the potential implementation of restrictive measures on Russian aluminium under the scope...
The United States’ aluminium scrap exports in April 2023 stood at 167,000 tonnes, reflecting a month-on-month fall of 9,000 tonnes or 5.11 per cent from 176,000 tonnes, found the US Geological Survey. The downfall in April followed a hike in the previous month by 17,000 tonnes or 10.69 per cent from 159,000 tonnes. On a year-on-year calculation, the US aluminium scrap exports in April 2023 stood 3.73 per cent higher than 161,000 tonnes. From January to April 2023, the United States exported 662,000 tonnes – 0.60 per cent less than 666,000 tonnes. India, the highest importer of aluminium scrap from the US, sourced 39,800 tonnes of aluminium scrap in April 2023 versus 36,400 tonnes in March. That reflected a month-on-month increase of 9.34 per cent. On a year-on-year basis, India’s...
Boomerang is delighted to share that the team has made remarkable progress towards the brand's sustainable hydration mission. Boomerang successfully implemented two hydration systems in the bustling city of Austin, Texas. With the recent heat wave, the Boomerang team is proud to have provided refreshing and sustainable hydration to keep everyone calm and hydrated. It has been declared, Boomerang's refillable aluminium bottles would be next available in the Bahamas. Boomerang also took the opportunity to acknowledge Bob Macintosh from Macintosh Law in Davidson, NC, for his outstanding work in creating the Lake Norman Chamber Entrepreneurs of the Year Award. After recognising Bob and his team for their exceptional talent and dedication in crafting such a remarkable trophy, Boomerang...
According to our report from China's Yunnan province, the region has added 1 million tonnes of primary aluminium with the restart of four aluminium smelters. Out of which, Yunnan Aluminum Co. Ltd. is the most significant producer, with 600,000 tonnes added so far. Henan Shenhuo Coal & Power Co. Ltd. and Hongtai Aluminium have added 380,000, while Qiya Aluminium has contributed just 40,000 tonnes. In the meantime, the insufficient rainfall in Sichuan province has resulted in a reduction in aluminium production. Our sources indicate that two aluminium smelters have been instructed to decrease their output, albeit the total reduction amounts to only 50,000 tonnes when combined. According to our analysis, a significant amount of aluminium still needs to be included in the Chinese aluminium...
Yongu Case has always been a pioneer in delivering exceptional enclosures and chassis solutions, and they are excited to announce their newest product: the custom aluminium chassis. This cutting-edge product sets new benchmarks in the industry, offering a blend of durability, functionality, and design aesthetics that cater to a wide range of applications. The custom aluminium chassis is manufactured using top-notch materials and advanced engineering techniques, resulting in a lightweight yet strong solution that protects sensitive electronic components. Due to the exceptional thermal conductivity of aluminium, the chassis' excellent heat dissipation properties guarantee optimal performance and extend the lifespan of critical equipment. Yongu Case provides customisation options that cater...
European aluminium manufacturers made concerns about a possible breach in the European Union's carbon border tax (CBAM), which might allow severely polluting exporters such as China and other Asian nations to avoid rules and inundate the union with cheap heavy metal emissions. The BlueGreen Alliance, a non-profit organisation located in Washington, released a paper outlining suggestions for addressing the decline in the primary aluminium sector in the United States. The research focuses on satisfying the growing demand for aluminium from the renewable energy industry, generating well-paying jobs, improving national security, and lowering industrial emissions. The mining and metals firm, headquartered in Perth, South32, has been working on an ambitious project at the Hillside Smelter to...
UK's largest motorcycle manufacturer, Triumph, has unveiled the first look of its Rocket 3 cruiser bike for 2024. The new model features a sturdy aluminium frame and a single-sided cast aluminium swingarm, which unquestionably makes its construction sustainable and eco-friendly. Triumph Rocket 3 release date will be announced before the break of 2024 in India. The motorcycle giant will introduce these flagship models in three new colour choices: Silver Ice, Sapphire Black and Carnival Red. Other than these specifications, no significant adjustments have been made to the original design. The most important addition to this cruiser bike is the 2,500cc engine with a three-cylinder inline unit. Triumph Rocket 3 engines can generate 165BHP @ 6,000 rpm speed and 221 Nm @ 4,000 rpm torque. The...
A company based in Powys, CastAlum recently showcased its technical innovations to other manufacturers in mid-Wales. The event, organized by the Mid Wales Manufacturing Group (MWMG), invited local manufacturing and engineering companies to visit CastAlum's site in Welshpool. The site specialises in die-casting aluminium parts that are mostly used in cars. Karl Meredith, the Managing director, declared: "Ninety per cent of all production is for export, their components going into vehicles such as BMW, Ford, General Motors, Porsche, Mercedes, Jaguar Land Rover, as well as non-automotive customers." "Over the past nine years, we have heavily invested in the development of new products, processes, and capabilities. Through their own investigation and expertise, their process solutions meet...
Iroko 3D construction printers from 14Trees are the outcome of the joint venture between Holcim and the UK governmental development finance institution British International Investment (BII). The new construction-ready three-dimensional 3D printer features an aluminium frame, making it easy to assemble and install without cranes. The 3D printer is outfitted with a multi-laser system that controls print quality 50 times per second to optimise end-product performance and operator safety. The new design includes a material preparation and feed system that is compatible with Holcim's ink, TectorPrint's low-carbon inks, and 14Trees' increasing line of low-carbon inks, which they claim reduces a building's carbon footprint by up to 70 per cent when compared to conventional techniques. This...
Maruti Suzuki India Limited, the largest automobile manufacturer in India and a major consumer of aluminium, has released its monthly settlement prices for aluminium ADC12 alloy ingots for July 2023 at INR INR 204,000 per tonne. This is a decrease of INR 2,900 per tonne compared to its settlement prices in June 2023 at INR INR 206,900 per tonne. Market participants attribute the price decrease to lower demand and subdued exports, particularly to Japan. It's worth noting that Maruti Suzuki's ADC12 prices are considered the standard for determining domestic aluminium price trends. According to SteelMint's assessment, ADC12 prices decreased by INR 3,000 per tonne and stood at INR INR 187,000-189,000 per tonne ex-Faridabad (excluding GST). In other news, Maruti Suzuki's total automobile...
The Aluminium Packaging Recycling Organisation (Alupro) announced the winner of the 2023 Student Starpack Awards under the 'replacing multi-material packaging category’.'Kahaan,' a suite of reusable and recyclable packing materials for cooked meals by Nottingham Trent University's James Albosh, won the first prize. Using the theme of the competition of replacing multi-material packaging, such as cardboard and film, with an indefinitely recyclable aluminium solution, James Albosh highlighted the true versatility of the non-ferrous metal through his design. "The project really encouraged me to think outside of the box when considering the application of aluminium in sustainable packaging design. Developing the concept was a lot of fun and enabled me to explore the properties of the material...
Gränges, a leading supplier of rolled aluminium materials, announced its second quarter and first half results of 2023, which reflected a survival amidst an overall economic slowdown and narrow demand for the metal. As per the results published, Gränges’ sales volume in Q2 dropped by 1.7 per cent Q-o-Q to 1.205 million tonnes from 1.225 million tonnes, and net sales amount diminished by 12.6 per cent from SEK 6.875 million to SEK 6.008 million. Sales volume in the first six months of 2023 also recorded a fall of 3.5 per cent Y-o-Y from 2.492 million tonnes to 2.406 million tonnes, and net sales plunged by 7.6 per cent from SEK 12.955 million to SEK 11.976 million. But adjusted operating profit grew in Q2 as well as in H1 of 2023 from SEK 348 million to SEK 450 million and from SEK 678...
On Wednesday, June 12, Abu Dhabi launched an ambitious plant of recycling 20 million single-use plastic bottles yearly, an initiative to focus on a sustainable and healthy environment. For the same, the Environment Agency-Abu Dhabi established a bottle return scheme to encourage households and residents to recycle their aluminium cans and plastic bottles. The agency claimed that to encourage the recycling of millions of aluminium cans and plastic bottles, it plans to place as many as 70 reverse vending machines (RVMs) and 26 smart bins in high-traffic areas in Abu Dhabi. “We have ensured that they [RVMs and smart bins] are well located so that they are accessible, minimising the efforts for consumers to find them. We know that incentives are vital in this day and age to encourage...
India’s third attempt at a successful moon mission, Chandrayan-3, is scheduled to be launched today at 2.35 pm from Satish Dhawan Space Centre, Sriharikota. ISRO designed the Launch Vehicle Mark-III or LVM3, earlier called Geosynchronous Satellite Launch Vehicle Mark-III or GSLV Mk III, a three-stage medium-lift launch vehicle. Suppose we delve deeper into the history of GSLV models. In that case, it can be cited how ISRO scientists first chose aluminium alloy as a suitable element for constructing these state-of-the-art launch mobiles. After successful test flights conducted in April 2001 and May 2003, GSLV was attested to be functional. During its maiden flight, GSLV-F01 skilfully launched the G-SAT 3 weighing 1,950 kg on September 20, 2004. Currently, the GSLV has a three-stage...
The German luxury automotive brand Mercedes-Benz's groundbreaking concept vehicle, the Vision EQXX, has ushered in an exciting future for solar electric vehicles (SEVs), promising an impressive leap forward in terms of innovation and appeal. The German automaker introduced the remarkable electric vehicle (EV) during the renowned Consumer Electronics Show in 2022, impressing everyone with its exceptional efficiency. This sleek and stylish EV has achieved remarkable feats since its unveiling. With extraordinary advancements in aerodynamics, the vehicle's drag coefficient plummeted to an impressive 0.17, surpassing any other car ever manufactured in terms of aerodynamic efficiency. To put it into perspective, the average car typically falls within the range of 0.3 to 0.4 in terms of drag...
Yanming Thermal Equipment Technology (YM), an award-winning manufacturer of aluminium profile equipment, has been enlisted by AL CircleBiz to its 1200+ global community of verified sellers. AL CircleBiz, the world's first global marketplace, successfully onboarded the company, connecting millions of buyers and sellers along the aluminium value chain. The key functions of AL CircleBiz are to connect customers and sellers via queries against advertised items and business leads. In 2016, Yanming Thermal Equipment Technology bagged the National High-Tech Enterprise Award. The firm is based in Dali, Foshan City, China's nonferrous metal processing hub, commonly known as China's aluminium capital. The Foshan-based company's products include Aluminium Profile Equipment, Mould Heating Conjoined...
It has come to the attention of the National Consumer Commission that there are safety concerns associated with Mainstay and Terra Firma multi-hinge aluminium ladders, Model JC 403, 150 kg. Anyone who is in possession of these ladders must immediately stop using them and return those to the point of purchase for a refund. According to the NCC, Massmart has informed them that the ladders do not meet safety standards due to minimum material thickness and static load. This makes them unsafe to use and may result in injuries or fatalities. As such, those who have purchased the ladders from Makro or Game must take swift action to return them for a refund. NCC Acting Commissioner, Thezi Mabuza, commented: “Failure to meet these requirements renders the ladders unsafe and may lead to injuries or...
