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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Established in 2002, Jiangyin Royal Machinery Equipment (JRM) based in Jiangyin, Wuxi city, China has been successfully onboarded by AL CircleBiz to its list of 1600+ verified sellers. JRM specialises in constructing full aluminium extrusion press machine lines and plants. They provide the entire set of aluminium extrusion press equipment and related replacement parts, such as an aluminium extrusion press, an aluminium profile extrusion production line, an aluminium extrusion double puller, an aluminium extrusion single puller, and an aluminium extrusion handing table system, among other things. They specialise in the research, design, production, development, and sale of full aluminium extrusion press machine lines and the supply of related spare parts such as aluminium extrusion dies...
Avramar Shipping Agency, a maritime company headquartered in Piraeus, has recently declared the successful execution of an investment endeavour to procure a fleet of 12 newly developed vessels that adhere to environmentally sustainable practices. The primary attributes of the newly designed vessels encompass their enhanced cargo transportation capacities, accompanied by diminished carbon dioxide emissions and the use of sustainable structural elements, namely aluminium and polyethylene, in their fabrication. The total value of this acquisition amounts to around 4.2 million euros. The investment initiative was initiated in 2022 and has recently reached its culmination with the removal of 11 ageing vessels. When comparing Avramar's new fleet to its old fleet, it is evident that the former...
According to a recent report, GUNNA Drinks has shelved its new aluminium bottled lemonades in Co-op stores across the Mid Counties of the United Kingdom. From October 1, consumers visiting Co-op stores are able to buy GUNNA Drinks lemonades packed in 500ml aluminium bottles. The bottles are currently available in 80 stores across the UK. In the coming months, they will be on shelves in 40 more stores. Owing to aluminium packaging, the bottles are infinitely recyclable and filled with goodness of nutrition. Hence, the drinks are aligned with the two biggest consumers' demands – wellness and environment-friendliness. GUNNA first launched these immunity-boosting lemonades in July 2023, packaged in enticing bottles to make them appealing to shoppers. GUNNA has shifted its packaging from...
In order to retain and create manufacturing jobs, reduce industrial emissions, and grow a vitally important industry, the Department of Energy must invest in American-made clean aluminium amidst plummeting primary aluminium production in the U.S. This is the message conveyed by a letter sent by leading companies such as Ford Motor Co., General Motors, Pepsi Co., Ball Corp., Rivian, SunPower and eight others to U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Secretary Jennifer Granholm. The letter suggests that by using investments from the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) to expand and secure an affordable supply of clean energy, the Biden administration can modernise and grow this industry instead of allowing American-made primary aluminium to disappear. The Global Director of Sustainability, Homologation...
A coalition of industry stakeholders, which includes TOMRA and Gerhard Lang Recycling GmbH, has united to establish the "KANAL research initiative." Over the next three years, they aim to demonstrate the circular nature of aluminium by recycling functional new scrap from automobile production using LIPS technology. The automotive industry generates significant quantities of aluminium production scrap, typically collected, processed, and reused, albeit often resulting in lower-quality, less pure recyclable materials. In the KANAL research project, with a substantial €3.9 million in funding, a collaborative effort involving TOMRA, Gerhard Lang Recycling GmbH, the Pforzheim University of Applied Sciences, Germany, and the Jeanvré engineering firm aims to demonstrate the effective sorting and...
Apan Metal Recycling (AMR) Industries Ltd plans to construct a new aluminium recycling facility on the outskirts of Scunthorpe, off the Normanby Road, next to the Eddie Wright Raceway stadium. They anticipate that the centre will employ roughly a dozen individuals. A proposition has been made for constructing an office complex and an industrial shed. The company engages in the extraction of aluminium elements from used waste items to recycle them. To obtain refined aluminium extract from the waste materials it will handle, the newly established recycling facility will incorporate a range of equipment within its industrial structure, including shredders, hoppers, conveyors, and magnetic separators—the business endeavours to acquire around 5,000 metric tonnes of product on an annual basis....
Primary aluminium production in North America during August 2023 stood at 332,000 tonnes, reflecting a slight increase of 2,000 tonnes or 0.60 per cent month-on-month, found the International Aluminium Institute. The output growth extended in August but at a slower rate compared to 2.80 per cent in the previous month. In July, North America’s primary aluminium production was recorded at 330,000 tonnes versus 321,000 tonnes in June. On a year-on-year calculation, primary aluminium output in North America edged a hike of 8.85 per cent from 305,000 tonnes, showed IAI. The daily average production was 10,700 tonnes in August 2023, up by only 100 tonnes from 10,600 tonnes in July, and 900 tonnes higher than 9,800 tonnes in August 2022. In the first eight months of the year, North America’s...
R+Co is an umbrella organisation fostering the best-in-class hairstylists and the most progressive hair designers in the sector. To foray into the world of hair colours, the brand is launching its professional range of colours that will come packed in sustainable packaging solutions like 100% PCR paper and 100% recycled aluminium bottles. The new R+Color will be available in some selected R+Co salons. The range has clay, cream and powder variants, which have been certified by the Leaping Bunny standards. The formulas are completely vegan and gluten-free. The hair colours can be defined under four main categories: Lighteners Demi-permanent Hair Dyes Semi-permanent Hair Dyes Permanent Hair Dyes This is not the first time that fashion brands have shown Eco eco-consciousness. With the advent...
The industrial engine of Europe, Germany, is degenerating into a drag. The fourth-largest economy in the world is Germany, after the United States, China and Japan, and it is the largest economy in Europe. The country is the third largest export nation globally with 70 per cent, while the service sector contributes the most significant part to the country’s GDP. The largest economy in the European Union, which has long been a source of growth, is projected to contract this year. The major economic think tanks in the nation predict that output will decline by 0.6 per cent in 2023 before slightly increasing to 1.3 per cent the following year. The direct reasons for the decline likewise impact the remainder of the EU. However, it is also shining a bright light on decades of underinvestment...
Hydro Energi AS, a core part of Norsk Hydro, has reportedly inked a long-term power purchase contract with Fortum, a Nordic energy company. As per the agreement, the latter will supply 0.44 TWh per year of energy to Hydro’s Norwegian aluminium plants, with effect from 2024. It is a 13-year contract and hence will remain valid till 2036. Over this period, Fortum will supply 5.7 TWh of power to Hydro’s plants in price area NO3. Fortum is known for producing the cleanest energy in Europe, with action plans guided by ambitious environmental targets. Long-term renewable energy agreements are crucial for Hydro to continue producing low-carbon aluminium. Renewable power is key to produce aluminium in Norway with 75 per cent less carbon footprint than the global average. It will also help Hydro...
RecycLiCo Battery Materials Inc. has proudly announced that it has received patent No. 2020237451 from the Australian Patent Office and patent No. 7341598 from the Japanese Patent Office for its lithium-ion battery recycling process. Through the process, RecycLiCo separates aluminium foil from cathode active materials so that they can be sent for recycling. These two patents bring the company's patent portfolio to a total of ten granted patents and six additional applications for battery recycling worldwide and represent the second patent granted in both regions. Acquiring patents worldwide for our innovative technology is crucial for strengthening our business model and enabling the widespread implementation of our RecycLiCo solution. These patents not only offer legal protection for our...
On Thursday, October 5, both LME aluminium cash bid price and LME aluminium official settlement price slumped by US$35.5 per tonne or 1.59 per cent to halt at US$2,195 per tonne and US$2,195.50 per tonne. As per the London Metal Exchange (LME) graph , both 3-month bid price and 3-month offer price dwindled by US$39 per tonne or 1.71 per cent and US$38 per tonne or 1.67 per cent to score at US$2,231 per tonne and US$2,233 per tonne. December 24 bid price and December 24 offer price slipped by US$37 per tonne or 1.53 per cent to settle at US$2,368 per tonne and US$2,373 per tonne. LME aluminium opening stock came in at 500850 tonnes. Live warrants and Cancelled warrants closed at 193300 tonnes and 307550 tonnes. LME aluminium 3-month Asian Reference Price declined by US$42.56 per tonne or...
The Lam Dong Aluminium Company faces challenges in compensating and clearing sites, which could impact its future bauxite ore exploitation. The company's report reveals that, from 2020 to 2024, they planned to use 320.12 hectares of land, but only 248.8 hectares have been approved for land recovery. Out of this, 223.4 hectares are owned by individuals, and 25.4 hectares are forest land. Approximately 71 hectares, mainly forest land, remain uncompensated, managed by the Dam B'ri Protection Forest Management Board (13.4 hectares) and Vinh Tien Company and Vinh Loc Company (30.4 hectares). Currently, 7 out of 21 households have yet to accept the compensation and site clearance support plan, even though it was approved by the Bao Lam District People's Committee. In the 30.4 hectares of land...
On September 4, 2023, the leading full-service supplier of rolled and extruded aluminium solutions for the global automotive market, Constellium, completed the sale of its three soft alloy extrusion facilities in Landau, Crailsheim, and Burg in Germany to Vaessen Aluminium for a total cash amount of €48.8 million. However, this announcement follows the completion of the regulatory approval process. As a global leader, Constellium is dedicated to pioneering and delivering value-enhanced aluminium solutions across various markets and uses, encompassing aerospace, automotive, and packaging. In the year 2022, Constellium achieved an impressive €8.1 billion in revenue. Constellium is also a frontrunner in developing and manufacturing high-value-added aluminium products and solutions and in...
In July 2023, the United States domestic primary aluminium production amounted to 64,000 tonnes, up by 2,000 tonnes or 3.23 per cent month-on-month, found the US Census Bureau data. However, the output increased in July following a drop of 4.62 per cent in June from 65,000 tonnes to 62,000 tonnes. On a year-on-year calculation, the United States primary aluminium production during July 2023 stood restrained at 64,000 tonnes, showed USGS. The average daily production in July was recorded at 2,060 tonnes, essentially unchanged compared to 2,080 tonnes a month ago and 2,070 tonnes a year earlier. Total aluminium recovered from scrap in July 2023 was 274,000 tonnes – 2.84 per cent less than 282,000 tonnes in June and 3.52 per cent down from 284,000 tonnes in July 2022. Of the total scrap...
The automotive industry has been pursuing lightweight construction to enhance acceleration and fuel efficiency. To address this challenge, Material Scientist Bisma Parveez from Srinagar, India has developed a new aluminium-infused material that promises to transform the automotive landscape. Bisma, who has been pursuing the project for the past two years in Malaysia, commented: "Isn't it amazing that the world around us is made of materials and that we can always improve the materials to make our lives better." After several unsuccessful attempts, Bisma and her supervisor, Dr. Ayuni Jamal, have successfully combined diamonds with porous aluminium to create a material that is 40% lighter than conventional car materials while being stronger and more compressible. Diamond particles were...
Azza's latest Unlimited Series cases, the Sanctum 810 and Mesa 811 come packed with asymmetrical designs, massive metal frames, varied vents, and wide glass panels, giving them a fresh perspective on the standard chassis construction. The Mesa 811's innovative asymmetrical design accommodates a wide range of motherboard sizes, and it features brushed aluminium panels with vents and multiple fan ports for increased airflow. The Sanctum 810's metal frame, huge glass enclosure, and angled front fans give exceptional looks and effective cooling. The Sanctum 810 is compatible with various hardware components and allows for a wide range of water-cooling systems. Its metal frame contrasts the glass enclosure and brushed aluminium base, resulting in an attractive blend of modern and industrial...
In 2022, AdTech Metallurgical Materials Co., Ltd initiated a cooperative partnership with the Russian aluminium giant Rusal, building a reputation and commendation of Rusal throughout their collaborative journey. AdTech's unwavering commitment to product quality and service excellence has solidified its standing in this collaboration. To provide a comprehensive and accurate assessment of AdTech's supply and management capabilities, Rusal sent a three-person qualification evaluation team to China in August 2023. Following an intensive two-day on-site inspection and a thorough review, AdTech not only met but exceeded Rusal's stringent supplier requirements and standards. Rusal subsequently delivered the qualification report to AdTech in early September, confirming AdTech's exceptional...
