SpaceX CEO Elon Musk has defended the feasibility of cooling artificial intelligence (AI) data centers in space, claiming that aluminum radiators facing away from the Sun can dissipate approximately 1,300 watts of heat per square meter. His comments have brought Aluminum's thermal management capabilities into focus as SpaceX explores the development of orbital computing satellites powered by its existing Starlink technology. In a post on social platform X on November 2, Musk argued that cooling high-performance computing equipment in space could be "much easier than on Earth," challenging concerns that the vacuum environment would make heat dissipation particularly difficult. Aluminum radiators form the basis of Musk's cooling argument The discussion began after Jan Broersen, a professor...
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...
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As per the announcement by the French government, EDF, a power company completely acquired by the French state and taken off the stock market, has inked a 10-year agreement with Trimet France, an aluminium giant . The terms of the contract specify that EDF will supply a substantial amount of power, indicated by 22TWH, to Trimet France , commencing in 2024. The official signing of the contract is scheduled for Monday. Notably, in late 2022, the French government initiated a buyout of the remaining 16% stake in EDF, which it did not yet own. This strategic move saw the French state invest around 10 billion euros (U$10.9 billion) to gain full control of Europe's largest nuclear power plant operator, which was struggling with a significant debt burden. Furthermore, this acquisition is part of...
Aluminium Bahrain (Alba) is taking swift measures to achieve carbon neutrality after unveiling its ESG Roadmap in April 2022. As part of this initiative, the company is expediting its efforts by introducing three solar charging stations. These stations will provide charging facilities for Electric Vehicles (EVs) and Solar-Electric powered industrial Personnel Carriers (PCs) used within the premises of the smelter. Alba aims to support sustainable transportation and reduce its carbon footprint by implementing these stations. On June 22, 2023, Ali Al Baqali, Chief Executive Officer of Alba, was joined by Chief Power Officer Amin Sultan and other senior officials in a ceremony held to inaugurate these new stations, located at the car park areas of Power Stations 3, 4, and 5 Control and...
Petron Corp., one of the Philippines' largest oil refining and marketing companies, has introduced a new refillable liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) product in Luzon, dubbed Fiesta Gas 170-gram refillable cylinders. The Fiesta Gas 170-gram is designed to be compatible with LPG-rated portable burners and grillers, and the packaging is composed of seamless aluminium alloy that can bear high pressure, in accordance with the Philippine National Standards (PNS). Following its debut in the Visayas last year, Petron Corporation's newest invention in the LPG category, the new Fiesta Gas 170-gram in refillable cylinders, is now available throughout Metro Manila and the rest of Luzon. After the contents have been used, the aluminium alloy refillable cylinders may be returned to authorised Fiesta Gas...
LME aluminium opened at US$2,208.5 per tonne last Friday, with its low and high at US$2,163.5 per tonne and US$2,209 per tonne respectively before closing at US$2,178 per tonne, a drop of US$23.5 per tonne or 1.07 per cent. On June 23, Friday, the LME aluminium cash bid price and the LME aluminium official settlement price closed at US$2,132 per tonne and US$2,132.50 per tonne, uniformly losing US$58 per tonne or 2.65 per cent. The 3-month bid price shed US$59.50 per tonne or 2.66 per cent to rest at US$2,174 per tonne and the 3-month offer price also dropped by US$59 per tonne or 2.64 per cent, officially stopping at US$2,175 per tonne. December 24 bid price and December 24 offer price both decreased by US$52 per tonne or 2.17 per cent each to arrive at US$2,333 per tonne and US$2,338...
Aluminium Stewardship Initiative has presented Performance Standard V2 (2017) Certification to Aluphoenix srl for its remelting and casting facility in Riese Pio X, Italy. The facility has an annual production capacity of around 50,000 tonnes of aluminium ingots destined for transportation. Aluphoenix is specialised in melting and amalgamation of high-grade aluminium, such as from pre-consumer and post-consumer scrap into alloys in the form of ingots. These products are used for air and marine transport, renewable energy, and automotive sectors. Last year, the company produced aluminium alloys from 11,291 tonnes of recycled materials. The ASI Performance Standard V2 (2017) defines environmental, social, and governance principles and criteria, aiming to address sustainability issues in the...
Aluminium is crucial in numerous technologies essential for facilitating the energy transition. However, it also contributes significantly to CO 2 emissions, accounting for approximately 3 per cent of the world's direct industrial CO 2 emissions, which amounted to 9.4 Gt in 2021, as reported by the International Energy Agency (IEA), the world's leading energy authority. It works with governments and industry to shape a secure and sustainable energy future for all. Over the past few years, there has been a gradual but minimal decrease in the average emissions intensity of aluminium production. However, to align with the net zero emissions programme by 2050, a more significant decline of approximately 3 per cent per year is necessary until 2030. To achieve this target, the aluminium sector...
The downstream aluminium segment is undoubtedly one of the most vital in the industry. The downstream aluminium segment serves as the backbone of the aluminium industry. Its ability to transform raw aluminium into value-added products tailored to various sectors' needs and its contribution to economic growth, technological advancement, and sustainability initiatives make it a vital and indispensable part of the industry. The most valuable downstream sector news for the week gone follows: The aluminium foam structure developed by Cymat offers advanced crash protection, a critical feature for companies focusing on environmental, social, and governance (ESG) goals. Cymat and Tesseract have worked diligently to meet the OEM's stringent impact protection standards by leveraging computer...
The end user sector has seen essential advancements this week, with Reynears Aluminium constructing a new factory in Żabia Wola near Warsaw, with a production hall of 31,000 sq. meters and office space of 1,200 sq. meters. Aluminium use in sustainable transportation is estimated to rise significantly, with a predicted increase of almost 100 pounds per vehicle by 2030. A recent survey by Ducker Carlisle supported this forecast, as demand for aluminium has grown with the emergence of electric vehicles. In a quest to achieve sustainability, Google has revealed the Pixel Tablet with a 100% recycled aluminium case. At the same time, Porsche has unveiled the P'8951 sunglasses entirely crafted out of aluminium for the eco-conscious mind. Huawei has started delivering the first batch of its AITO...
Global warming is a growing concern as the world is moving rapidly towards reducing emissions to save the environment from further degradation. In this path that leads us to a sustainable future, aluminium as a metal has proven to be better than the rest when it comes to being environmentally friendly. Also, many companies have been rewarded for their sustainable approach to making their products environment-friendly and recyclable. Like, Libo Cosmetics was recently honoured with the Packaging Award for its Venus Refillable Aluminium Lipstick, made from 100 per cent recyclable aluminium. It is constructed of 100 per cent aluminium, including the cap and shell, with no plastic waste generated throughout production. Hydro, the leading Norwegian aluminium company committed highly to a...
On June 23, the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, Govt. of India, stated that the United States has agreed to grant wider market penetration to Indian-origin aluminium and steel products. According to the trade deal, the US Department of Commerce would approve 80 per cent of aluminium and 70 per cent of steel applications for goods manufactured in India. During Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi's current tour to the United States, the decision was taken. According to the Indian Ministry of Commerce and Industry, it would provide a solid push to increase India's aluminium and steel exports by almost 35 per cent. Since June 14, 2018, the United States has restricted market access through the exclusion process outlined in Section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act of 1962. Additional 25 per...
The primary aluminium sector has been witnessing shallow activity for the past few months. With the augmented prices of energy, the entire aluminium industry is now in search of effective methods that can significantly reduce their carbon emissions. Shanghai is getting ready for the ever so fascinating ‘Aluminium China 2023’ exhibition, where participants from every segment of the aluminium industry will showcase their individual prowess. On Monday, June 19, the LME aluminium spot price was US$2,195 per tonne, which fell by US$4.50 per tonne or 0.2 per cent to stop at US$2,190.50 per tonne on Thursday, June 22. If we measure it on a Week-on-Week scale, the LME aluminium price has disintegrated by US$6.50 per tonne or 0.29 per cent from US$2,197 per tonne on Thursday, June 15. SHFE flashed...
We have been intrigued with the concept of intricate shapes and designs from the beginning of human civilisation, but there were certain limitations in the construction sector. But the recent emergence of aluminium application in construction has given rise to unique architectural structures. The non-ferrous metal is preferred by builders for its tensile strength and anti-combustible properties. Aluminium is lighter than steel and can be infinitely recycled without losing the actual characteristics of the metal. But with the world economy witnessing a rise in low-carbon, downstream and recycled products, it has become indispensable to tag the elements with a quality mark. One such quality indicator is the Aluminium Stewardship Initiative (ASI). ASI is a remarkable global initiative that...
India and the United States have agreed to settle six trade issues at the World Trade Organisation (WTO), and New Delhi would also reduce retaliatory customs tariffs on 28 American items such as almonds, walnuts, and apples. Based on national security, the United States levied 25 per cent and 10 per cent import taxes on specific aluminium and steel goods, respectively in 2018. In return, India imposed tariffs on 28 American items in June 2019, including chickpeas, lentils, almonds, walnuts, apples, boric acid, and diagnostic reagents. Three of the six conflicts were launched by India, and the same number by the United States. The settlement announcement was made amid Prime Minister Narendra Modi's State Visit to the United States, which he is doing at the request of President Joe Biden...
Guangdong Guangyun New Material Co., Ltd is a leading high-tech enterprise in Yunfu City, Guangdong province. Its massive 250,000 m2 area is dedicated to the production of exceptional quality aluminium sheet, coil, and foil. The company's first stage of the project boasts a staggering investment of RMB 1.2 billion. The company is proud to share that its plant has recently acquired 6 new production lines (FATA) for continuous casting, 2 cold rolling lines, a tension leveller line, cutting and slitting machines, a (Toshiba) grinding machine, a thick foil cutting machine, transverse cutting machine, and embossing machines, as well as other imported equipment. These cutting-edge aluminium processing lines have greatly enhanced Guangyun's global competitiveness. The firm's first stage output...
In May 2023, world primary aluminium production stood at 5.851 million tonnes compared to 5.651 million tonnes in April 2023 and 5.818 million tonnes in May 2022, showed the International Aluminium Institute survey. Thus, on a month-on-month calculation, world primary aluminium output in May reflected an increase of 3.54 per cent, and that on a year-on-year basis registered a growth of 0.57 per cent. The world daily primary aluminium average production in May was recorded at 188,700 tonnes, slightly up from 188,400 tonnes in April and 1,000 tonnes or 0.53 per cent more than 187,700 tonnes in May 2022. In the first five months of 2023, the global production of primary aluminium totalled 28.452 million tonnes, reflecting an increase of 1.78 per cent from 27.954 million tonnes. In China,...
Hotpack Global, one of the leading manufacturers of disposable food packaging products in the Middle East, has launched its new eco-friendly packaging range, composed of aluminium and other recyclable materials like paper and plastic. The new product range has been launched to celebrate Eid Al Adha. The new product line responds to the UAE market's increasing and changing demands. The new range will include aluminium containers and paper tea cups that can be recycled for hot and cold drinks. The 'bio' collection is unusual because it is made entirely of recycled materials. "Traditionally, aluminium packaging containers are preferred by many during Eid Al Adha. This is not just because they are recyclable, but also because they hold great cultural significance. At Hotpack, we believe in...
Rimowa, the German luxury luggage maker, has launched an exclusive travel collection that one cannot simply miss! The "Arctic Blue" collection is an ode to the breathtaking blue shades of Arctic waters and is an ideal travel companion for your upcoming summer vacation. Rimowa's Arctic Blue series has been crafted from anodised aluminium, as are the other company's flagship products. This exclusive collection comprises the Original suitcase range, Never Still and Personal collections. Unlike last season's spring-inspired colours, which were inspired by cherry blossom trees, the Arctic Blue collection is a tribute to the deep blue hue of the Arctic Ocean. If you want to elevate your summer journeys, search no further than the Rimowa Original suitcase in Arctic Blue. Its metallic, grooved...
Danish homeware brand Ferm Living and Norwegian designer Anna Maria Øfstedal Eng have created a minimalist, unique wavy aluminium table called Dal. The furniture has dual functionality. It can serve as a table as well as a bench. Initially carved in wood by Øfstedal Eng, the table is now made of sand-casted recycled aluminium. The Dal table was publicly launched during the 3 Days of Design festival. But the shape of the table, which is often described as a mountainside in the Gudbrandsdalen Valley, Norway, was first unveiled at Ferm Living's showroom in Copenhagen by Ana Maria Øfstedal Eng and Trine Andersen, Ferm Living's founder. Norwegian designer says that organic silhouettes and shapes often seen around have inspired her to craft this table. "I use nature as an inspirational source...
