The Symbiosis concept pairs a premium aluminium outer shell with a transparent inner bottle, while the partners highlight low-carbon aluminium and future sustainability development. GEKA and AXILONE have partnered to introduce Symbiosis, a luxury beauty packaging concept combining GEKA’s injection blow-moulding technology with AXILONE’s expertise in premium aluminium packaging. The concept will be showcased at Luxe Pack Monaco, presenting a design that brings together a premium aluminium outer shell and a see-through inner bottle. The inner bottle’s transparent windows allow consumers to view the formulation’s colour and texture, adding a sensory element to the packaging. The combination is designed to offer beauty brands a distinctive appearance alongside a tactile product experience....
With the Mid-Autumn Festival and National Day holidays approaching, secondary aluminium alloy enterprises have successively finalized their production and holiday arrangements for the festive period. SMM recently conducted a survey on the double-holiday production plans, pre-holiday stockpiling, and raw material procurement of some secondary aluminium alloy enterprises, covering a total capacity of 4.2 million mt. The following is a summary of the survey findings: According to the SMM survey, during the 2026 Mid-Autumn Festival and National Day holidays, secondary aluminium alloy enterprises generally arranged for continuous production or brief shutdowns, though some enterprises extended their holiday duration compared with 2025. Among the 25 sampled enterprises, more than half had...
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According to reports on October 21, 2023, a tragic incident occurred at a factory in southern China, resulting in an explosion that claimed at least six lives. A devastating explosion occurred on October 20 in a factory workshop. The death toll was raised to six when four individuals were initially reported missing but were later found dead, as reported by the local Chinese media sources. The explosion site in Pingguo, Guangxi Province, was determined to be a recycled aluminium casting workshop, as confirmed by China's state broadcaster CCTV. It was determined that the explosion was caused by high-temperature molten aluminium. Preliminary investigations indicated that the leakage of high-temperature molten aluminium triggered the blast into a cooling pool during the aluminium rod casting...
According to the Shanghai Metals Market, the average alumina spot price has started the week on October 23 with a growth of RMB 5 per tonne to settle at RMB 2,998 per tonne. This marks the 7 th consecutive rise of China’s alumina spot price. In Guizhou, the alumina spot price has grown significantly by RMB 20 per tonne to stand at RMB 2,990 per tonne, while the price in Shandong, Shanxi, and Guangxi has increased by RMB 10 per tonne to RMB 2,980 per tonne, RMB 3,010 per tonne, and RMB 3,015 per tonne, respectively. However, the Australian alumina FOB price has remained restrained at US$337 per tonne. The imported bauxite price has dipped by US$0.08 per tonne to stand at US$69.83 per tonne. However, the domestic price in China has recorded no change from RMB 615 per tonne. A00 aluminium...
Chris Buchanan, the client solutions director of Dell Technologies South Africa, found it consistently astonishing how little awareness there is regarding the pressing environmental concern of electronic waste (e-waste). According to a recent survey conducted among Gen Z and Millennials, 60 per cent of adults are unfamiliar with the concept of e-waste, and 57 per cent are unaware of its significant contribution to pollution. E-waste encompasses any electronic device featuring a plug, battery, or cable, including electronics that have outlived their usefulness. Annually, on the 14th of October, the world observes International E-Waste Day, a global initiative to increase awareness surrounding the growing issue of electronic waste and advocate for responsible e-waste management. He further...
LME aluminum opened at US$2,188 per tonne last Friday, with its low and high at US$2,169 per tonne and US$2,190.50 per tonne, respectively, before closing at US$2,180 per tonne, a drop of US$10 per tonne or 0.46 per cent. On Friday, October 22, LME aluminium cash bid price and LME aluminium official settlement price grew slightly by US$1 per tonne and US$1.50 per tonne, respectively, to stand at US$2,151 per tonne and US$2,152 per tonne. 3-month bid price and 3-month offer price inched up by US$0.50 per tonne and US$1 per tonne to peg at US$2,177 per tonne and US$2,178 per tonne. December-24 bid price and December-24 offer price rose by US$3 per tonne to close the week at US$2,303 per tonne and US$2,308 per tonne. LME aluminium opening stock dropped 2,000 tonnes to settle at 488,450...
The downstream aluminium industry was spotted with multiple affairs this week from October 16 to 20. While EOS launched its new Aluminum Al5X1 aluminium alloy, Novelis received a sum of $5 million from the Alabama Industrial Access Road and Bridge Corporation under ALDOT's administration for revamping the South Alabama Megasite. On the other hand, Aluminium Association of India (AAI) requested the government to provide rates for aluminium special economic zones and export oriented units (EOUs) under the RoDTEP scheme and thyssenkrupp Aerospace renewed aluminium components supply contract to the Boeing Company. Aluminium Association of India (AAI), an apex body representing the entire value chain of the Indian aluminium industry, has requested the government to provide rates for aluminium...
The primary aluminium sector has been extremely busy this week, with the state-controlled Egyptian Aluminium Company (Egyptalum) extending the deadline for its smelter expansion project by one month. The new submission deadline is 12 November, instead of the initial date of 12 October, following requests from the bidding firms for more time. The Qinghai Branch of China Aluminium Company (Chinalco) has produced its first batch of high-quality 99.85 per cent aluminium ingots of green electrolytic aluminium. The first order was for 5,000 tonnes and was delivered 20 days later to East and South China consumers. The LME aluminium benchmark price has shown a Week-on-Week slump of US$11 per tonne or 0.5 per cent, from US$2,161.50 per tonne on October 16 to US$ 2,150.50 per tonne on October 19....
There is no end to sustainable moves in the global aluminium industry. This week has witnessed ASI certifications granted to many companies, alongside automobile giants striving to achieve production chain decarbonisation, and institutions collaborating with metal and mining companies to drive a long-term research on ESG. According to a report on Tuesday, October 17, Aluminium Stewardship Initiative granted Performance Standard V2 (2017) certification to Hindalco’s Renukoot downstream facility in Uttar Pradesh for remelting and refining activities, casthouses, and semi-fabrication. The facility manufactures aluminium ingots, wire rods, and rolled and extruded products destined for diverse industries, including building and construction, transportation, and industrial applications....
The end user sector has recorded some of the most innovative activities this week, with Deco Australia, a top manufacturer of aluminium building materials and finishes, receiving a Qualicoat Seaside license. This license, in addition to their standard Qualicoat applicator accreditation, offers the highest quality architectural powder coating for use in coastal areas where aluminium products are exposed to harsher conditions such as saltwater and high humidity. BAB Aluminium took a noteworthy step towards environmental sustainability by adopting Capral Aluminium's flagship green aluminium variant, LocAl® Super Green Low Carbon Aluminium, for all its products. Lagersmith Can Supply Co. conducted a groundbreaking ceremony for its new $10 million facility that will house its direct-to-can...
According to a recent Gulf Investment Report 2023 published by Century International Holdings, investing in green and sustainable projects can boost the Gulf countries' gross domestic product (GDP) to $13 trillion by 2050. This figure is double the initially projected $6 trillion regional GDP. While the combined GDP of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) states has already surpassed $2 trillion and is expected to reach $6 trillion by 2050, the new $13 trillion estimate could be attainable if these nations adopt a green growth strategy. Key areas of focus to realize this potential include the production of green and blue hydrogen. The report highlights that the region could attract as much as $300 billion in foreign direct investment (FDI) if it takes swift action to position itself as the...
Metallic Ladder proudly presents the AeroLadder - a robust, high-quality, American-made aluminium ladder specifically designed for aircraft maintenance. The company is a premium aerospace-grade aluminium ladder maker. With over six decades of experience in the production of aircraft maintenance ladders, Metallic Ladder has introduced the ANSI-rated Type 1A AeroLadder that guarantees maximum stability, reinforced heavy-duty gusseting on all steps, and a tray for tools and parts. The AeroLadder is built to withstand year-round outdoor storage and use, and its aerospace-grade aluminium material ensures its longevity. An aircraft maintenance manager for a logistics company, Michael Romanowski, asserted: "The AeroLadder is 100 per cent better than competing designs because of its sturdiness,...
Despite the enduring crisis in the building and construction sector, the robust demand from China's electric vehicles (EV) and renewable energy (RE) sectors has contributed to an upswing in the demand for aluminium, as reported by ING Think. Chinese aluminium prices have shown more resilience than global prices for most of this year. While London Metal Exchange (LME) aluminium prices have experienced an over 8 per cent decline this year, prices on the Shanghai Futures Exchange (SHFE) have risen by around 1 per cent year-to-date. The continuous demand for aluminium in China has remained steadfast throughout the year, driven by the growing demand from the green sector, despite the nation's lacklustre economic recovery. China experienced a surge in the inflow of aluminium due to an arbitrage...
Chantier Naval Forillon, a Canadian shipbuilding company, has been making waves in the industry with their latest project, the Bay class search and rescue boats. Made entirely of aluminium, these boats have been designed to navigate through tough conditions and tow ships in distress. This project was initiated under the National Shipbuilding Strategy, which aims to renew the Canadian Coast Guard's fleet and create employment opportunities. On May 25, the Government of Canada announced an additional investment of $2.5 billion to renew and maintain the Canadian Coast Guard's fleet of small vessels. This investment will notably make it possible to acquire 61 small vessels, including 34 search and rescue boats. Chantier Naval Forillon is awaiting the call for tenders to submit its...
Aluminium Stewardship Initiative has reportedly certified Gränges Konin SA with dual certification. As per the report on October 20, ASI has acknowledged the company with both the Performance Standard V3 (2022) and Chain of Custody (CoC) Standard V2 (2022) certifications for designing and manufacturing rolled aluminium strips and sheets at Gränges Konin SA facility in Konin, Poland. This certification marks the completion of Granges’ goal of achieving certification at all its aluminium rolling and recycling sites. Gränges Konin SA manufactures heat exchanger materials, construction sheets, battery casing materials, closure & packaging materials, and common alloys that serve various industries, including building & construction, automotive, packaging and consumer electronics. The company...
South32, a diversified mining and metals company, successfully converted the first coal-fired boilers to natural gas at its Worsley Alumina operation in Western Australia. This conversion is a significant step toward reducing the greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions generated by the operation. The Worsley Alumina operation comprises a bauxite mine near Boddington and an alumina refinery near Collie. The alumina produced in the refinery is distributed to smelters worldwide, including South32's Hillside smelter in Richards Bay, South Africa, and the Mozal smelter in Mozambique. The operation relies on boilers to generate steam critical for the alumina refining process. The conversion work for the boiler began in May and successfully transitioned to a gas-fired boiler in late September. The formal...
LME aluminum opened at US$2,193.50 per tonne on Thursday, with its high and low at US$2,195.50 per tonne and US$2,178.50 per tonne, respectively, before closing at US$2,190.50 per tonne, an increase of US$1.5 per tonne or 0.07 per cent. On Thursday, October 19, LME aluminium cash bid price and LME aluminium offer settlement price suffered a loss of US$26 per tonne to stand at US$2,150 per tonne and US$2,150.50 per tonne, respectively, following an intermittent hike of US$28 per tonne to US$2,176 per tonne and US$2,176.50 per tonne. 3-month bid price and 3-month offer price settled at US$2,176.50 per tonne and US$2,177 per tonne, down by US$8.50 per tonne from US$2,185 per tonne and US$2,185.50 per tonne. December-24 bid price and December-24 offer price also registered a downfall on...
The Shanghai Metals Market, on October 20, experienced a linear growth in aluminium prices, with the SMM A00 aluminium ingot price discarding RMB 30 per tonne to officially close at RMB 19,080 per tonne. The average prices have circulated between RMB 19,060 per tonne and RMB 19,100 per tonne. China’s central provinces have all seen declining rates today, with the aluminium price stooping the highest in Linyi by RMB 90 per tonne to stabilise at RMB 19,080 per tonne. In Wuxi and Tianjin, the aluminium prices lost RMB 60 per tonne to close at RMB 19,050 per tonne and RMB 19,050 per tonne. The aluminium price in Foshan negated RMB 40 per tonne to officiate at RMB 19,060 per tonne. Other than that, there has been a uniform fall of RMB 30 per tonne in Gongyi, Hangzhou, Chongqing and Shenyang....
The Shanghai Stock Exchange-listed Chinese company, Mingtai Aluminium, is testing ALLOW INERTIA™, the primary aluminium with the lowest carbon footprint in the world. Mingtai Aluminum became the first company in China to test ALLOW INERTA™ aluminium at its plant, produced using the revolutionary inert anode technology, an advanced development by Rusal. Viktor Mann, Technical Director of Rusal, said, "Rusal has developed and is actively enhancing metal production using innovative inert anode technology. ALLOW INERTIA™ is the primary aluminium with the lowest carbon footprint in the world. Using such metal allows for reducing the carbon footprint of final products to the lowest possible in the industry, which gives a competitive advantage over other manufacturers and helps companies achieve...
PT Alloy Indo Nusantara is a highly respected aluminium ingot manufacturer that is committed to delivering exceptional products to its customers. Their focus on excellence, innovation, and customer satisfaction has helped them become a prominent player in the industry. AL Biz is immensely proud to announce the joining of the company among 1600+ verified aluminium products sellers in the world's first aluminium B2B marketplace. The company's primary goal is to produce top-quality, pure, and high-performing aluminium ingots that meet the highest standards of quality. These ingots are widely used as crucial raw materials across various industries, including automotive, construction, aerospace, electronics, and many others. The flagship products offered by PT Alloy Indo Nusantara are: ADC12...
