Vietnam-based custom motorcycle studio Bandit9 has unveiled the Bandit9 (RED) 800, a limited-edition Ducati-based motorcycle that combines sculptural aluminium bodywork with a charitable commitment to healthcare programmes. Its defining feature is a hand-painted finish that fades from deep Racing Red at the front into exposed, hand-brushed aluminium towards the rear, making the metal itself a central part of the design. Limited to just nine units worldwide, the motorcycle is priced at USD 49,900, with Bandit9 pledging a fixed USD 14,000 from each bike to (RED), the organisation that raises funds to fight AIDS and other preventable diseases. If all nine examples are sold, the commitment would total USD 126,000. Red paint gives way to sculpted aluminium The Bandit9 (RED) 800 builds on the...
COROS has introduced the DURA 2 SOLAR, a second-generation GPS cycling computer featuring an anodised aluminium alloy frame and a braided carbon fibre back. The new model combines aluminium construction with a larger touchscreen, updated navigation functions and extended battery life. The device features an aluminium upper frame with a profile measuring just 5.7 mm at its thinnest point. Its construction combines the metal with carbon fibre to keep the overall weight at 99 grams without a mount, increasing to 138 grams with a compatible mount. The use of aluminium is part of a broader redesign that gives the cycling computer a slimmer profile. COROS has also expanded the screen size from 2.7 inches in the original DURA to 3.5 inches in the new model, improving the available display area...
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German-based company eepos has expanded its range of lifting equipment, launching the new aluminium jib crane for manufacturing, assembly and operations. The new crane is going to be available for release from 8 July and can lift up to 1,000 kg with a maximum boom length of 8 metres, offering flexibility across a range of industrial applications. The crane is equipped with a new swivel bearing that has 270 degrees of rotation and allows the boom angle to be fine-tuned during installation. Customers can choose column or wall mounted versions, with both boom length and column height adjustable to suit site requirements. Explore: The most comprehensive and forward-looking industry-focused report – Global Bauxite & Alumina Market Forecast to 2036: Supply–Demand, Trade Flows & Price Outlook...
Amer Yachts has produced another of its latest 42-metre superyacht concepts. The Amer 42A has been designed by the highly regarded architect, Antonio Luxardo. The yacht is built entirely from aluminium and combines cutting-edge engineering with modern design to create a lightweight, high-performance vessel that meets the shipyard's vision for its new production line. The exterior of the yacht has been influenced by the flow of ocean waves and does not feature traditional straight deck lines. Instead, the Amer 42A has smooth curves and many different layers of glass, which help to create a fluid and sporty profile. In addition, the sculpted lines of the yacht provide both aesthetic appeal and structural integrity. The Amer 42A has an all-aluminium superstructure and hull, which provides an...
SilverStone has introduced the ALTA T1, a premium HPTX super-tower computer case built with an aluminium unibody chassis and anodised aluminium panels. The case is for enthusiast PCs, professional workstations and AI inference systems. It’s made from aluminium sheet metal 4.3-8 mm thick. The ALTA T1 fits many motherboard sizes (SSI‑EEB, SSI‑CEB, EATX, ATX and smaller). It has eight expansion slots and can hold up to four dual‑slot graphics cards, making it suitable for high‑performance computing. The case supports two power supplies, either two standard ATX PSUs or one ATX plus a 2U CRPS redundant unit for flexible workstation or server setups. The upper compartment provides space for graphics cards up to 55 cm long and CPU coolers up to 18.8 cm high. When an expansion card support...
Not too long ago, aluminium scrap was viewed as the end of the metal's lifecycle, a by-product waiting to be melted down and reused. Today, it is becoming the starting point of a new industrial race. Over the past fortnight, seemingly unrelated developments across Europe, Asia, the Middle East and even the sporting world have converged to tell a single story. The aluminium industry is no longer merely trying to produce more metal; it is trying to secure more scrap. Circularity has moved beyond sustainability rhetoric and is fast becoming a question of competitiveness, supply security and long-term survival. The transformation begins with a simple economic reality. Producing secondary aluminium consumes only a fraction of the energy required for primary production while delivering...
A UK-based consortium has unveiled a new generation of cast aluminium subframes that promise significant weight reductions for future vehicles while improving manufacturing efficiency and structural performance. Developed as part of the Pivot consortium for a demonstrator vehicle commissioned by a British original equipment manufacturer (OEM), the innovative components were showcased at the 'Casting the Future of Aluminium' event held at the University of Sheffield’s Advanced Manufacturing Research Centre (AMRC). Compared to conventional subframe designs, newly developed subframes have produced significant weight reductions. The weight of the front subframe saves 17 per cent, and the weight of the rear subframe saves 35 per cent compared to their traditional components. These advancements...
China's electric vehicle (EV) exports reached a record USD 9.2 billion in May 2026, up 49 per cent from a year earlier, as demand from the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) continued to grow, according to data released by energy think tank Ember. The figure exceeded the previous monthly record of USD 9.1 billion set in April 2026. During May, China exported about 448,000 electric passenger vehicles, including around 279,000 battery electric vehicles (BEVs) and 169,000 plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs). The increase comes as several Southeast Asian countries step up transport electrification through incentives, lower import duties, charging infrastructure development and new regulations aimed at reducing dependence on imported fossil fuels. ASEAN Imports Reach New High...
The global aluminium industry is entering a decade of unprecedented demand, and so is the European aluminium sector. Global aluminium demand is set to surge, driven by electric vehicles, renewable energy, construction and sustainable packaging. A similar situation is noted in Europe, as demand is forecast to jump to 52 million tonnes by 2030. For Europe, however, meeting this demand is challenging. As primary aluminium production declines rapidly amid high energy costs, recycling is gaining momentum, aiming to strengthen supply security, lower energy consumption, and maintain a competitive edge. But will recycling alone be enough? The answer can be found in the white paper published by Novelis, a leading provider of sustainable aluminium solutions and the world's largest aluminium...
Thai Beverage Can Ltd (TBC) said demand for aluminium beverage cans in Thailand is likely to continue to grow as consumers choose functional drinks, energy drinks and premium beverages. The company posted a 37 per cent YoY increase in sales volume in the first quarter of 2026, reflecting stronger demand amid ongoing uncertainty in global markets. TBC Chief Operating Officer Pavin Chayavivatkul said changing consumer preferences are supporting the shift towards canned beverages. A recent consumer survey by PwC Thailand also found that buyers are placing greater emphasis on health, food safety and product quality. Although aluminium cans currently account for a relatively small share of Thailand's beverage packaging market, the company believes there is significant room for growth. Around...
As reported by the industrial association European Aluminium and other related sources, the European Union’s implementation of measures to curb aluminium scrap export have been postponed till September, 2026. The update has emerged in the midst of the calls made by the European aluminium industry for pushing recycling efforts to promote circularity and decarbonisation. The decision to limit aluminium scrap export was announced in November, 2025, scheduled to come into effect by spring 2026, as notified by Maros Sefcovic, European Trade Commissioner. While industry sources believe that the measure was prompted by the difficulties in aligning competing priorities, the European Commission has not commented on the matter. Delve deeper into the recycled aluminium and secondary aluminium market...
Press Metal Aluminium Holdings Bhd (KL: PMETAL) shares fell 6 per cent on Thursday as aluminium prices extended their decline following easing geopolitical tensions in West Asia, reducing concerns over disruptions to global commodity supplies. Benchmark three-month aluminium futures on the London Metal Exchange dropped to USD 3,122.50 per tonne, their lowest level since February, after the announcement of the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz boosted expectations of normalised shipping activity and uninterrupted supplies of the lightweight metal to global markets. Press Metal's share price closely tracks movements in aluminium prices because of the company's direct exposure to the commodity, said Malacca Securities Head of Research Loui Low, describing the correlation as "very sensitive"....
Canyon Resources has announced the delivery of locomotives to its Cameroonian subsidiary, Camalco Cameroon S.A., marking further progress in the development of the Minim Martap Bauxite Project's mine-to-port logistics network. The milestone follows the company's decision to increase its stake in Camrail, Cameroon's national rail operator, from 9.1 per cent to 26.9 per cent. According to Canyon, the larger holding will strengthen oversight of bauxite transportation, support rail infrastructure upgrades and improve the overall logistics chain for the project. The newly delivered locomotives will undergo a six to eight-week commissioning, testing and operator training programme before rail transport between the Inland Rail Facility and the Port of Douala begins in the third quarter of 2026....
LME aluminium prices edged lower on June 25 compared with June 24, with both cash and three-month contracts recording modest declines. Meanwhile, LME warehouse stocks continued to fall, while live warrants remained unchanged. The LME cash bid price slipped to USD 3,130 per tonne on June 25 from USD 3,148 per tonne on June 24, marking a decline of 0.57 per cent. The cash offer price also eased by 0.57 per cent to USD 3,132 per tonne from USD 3,150 per tonne. Three-month aluminium prices followed a similar trend. The three-month bid fell from USD 3,160 per tonne to USD 3,144 per tonne, representing a decrease of 0.51 per cent, while the offer price declined from USD 3,160.50 per tonne to USD 3,146 per tonne, down 0.46 per cent. Longer-dated contracts moved slightly higher. The December 2027...
LB Aluminium Bhd reported a sharp decline in its fourth-quarter earnings, with net profit falling 73.78 per cent year-on-year to MYR 1.88 million (USD 459,736) for the quarter ended April 30, 2026 (4QFY2026), from MYR 7.18 million (USD 1.7 million）in the corresponding period last year. The decline was mainly attributed to weaker contributions from its aluminium segment. Quarterly revenue also decreased by 9.76 per cent to MYR 226.13 million (USD 55 million), compared with MYR 250.59 million (USD 61 million) a year earlier, as lower sales volume from the aluminium business offset higher contributions from the property segment. Despite the weaker quarterly performance, the group proposed a first and final dividend of 2.5 sen per share, according to its exchange filing on Wednesday. For the...
Aluminium extrusion is one of the most important downstream processes in the aluminium value chain, involving forcing heated aluminium alloy billets through a die to produce a variety of profiles. These extruded products are widely used in construction, transportation, electrical systems, renewable energy, consumer goods and industrial applications. As extrusion plants face increasing pressure to reduce costs, improve sustainability and meet demanding customer specifications, equipment suppliers have become strategic technology partners rather than merely machinery manufacturers. Within this segment of the aluminium industry, Italy-based Turla has made its mark as a supplier of complete extrusion systems and related technologies for aluminium profile producers worldwide. Unlock in-depth...
As aluminium producers work to increase recycled metal use while reducing emissions and energy consumption, technology is becoming central to improving production efficiency. Across the aluminium value chain, innovations in scrap treatment, melting, molten metal refining, casting and heat treatment are helping manufacturers improve metal recovery, optimise energy use and support the shift towards closed-loop recycling and lower-carbon aluminium production. Recent developments have focused on technologies that improve different stages of the production process. Delacquering drum furnaces prepare coated aluminium scrap before melting, while preheating ovens recover waste heat to improve energy efficiency. Camera integration systems are used for efficiency prediction, ultra-low NOx burners...
The UK government has announced a GBP 50 million (USD 66 million) investment to strengthen domestic production of critical minerals, as it seeks to reduce reliance on concentrated global supply chains and improve economic resilience. The funding is also expected to support sectors such as aluminium, which was added to the UK's Critical Minerals Strategy in 2024. The funding will support projects covering mineral extraction, processing and recycling to secure supplies of materials used in products ranging from smartphones and household appliances to electric vehicle batteries. The latest allocation builds on more than GBP 200 million already committed to the sector. Industry Minister Chris McDonald is expected to launch the programme during a visit to an industrial research hub in...
RUSAL’s Irkutsk Aluminium Smelter (IrkAZ) has become the first aluminium plant in the industry to fully transition to modern Russian gas cleaning systems. Investments in the project amounted to approximately USD 40 million. RUSAL developed the gas cleaning units. The company's proprietary solution not only outperforms foreign counterparts but also delivers efficiency over ten times higher than previous-generation gas cleaning systems. The Irkutsk Aluminium Smelter has commissioned its sixth RUSAL Dry Gas Treatment Unit (DGTU), making it the first in the industry to fully adopt modern Russian gas cleaning technology. RUSAL’s Engineering Department developed the technology and equipment for these units in-house. RUSAL considers the modernisation of dry gas treatment systems at its aluminium...
Aluminium, the silvery metal powering homes, industries and enabling humans to fly and sail, has a gripping tale of its mine to market journey. It is extracted after multiple refining processes from the reddish-brown ore. The ore is refined to the powdery white substance Aluminium oxide, commonly known as alumina, to the silvery slabs, billets and ingots, etc., which are then broken into various shapes and sizes for specific consumer markets. The global aluminium industry employs approximately 7.5 million people directly and indirectly. Apart from the modern world’s mobility, defence, infrastructures and sustainable packaging depending upon aluminium, these people’s livelihoods depend on the metal’s journey from mine to market, too. It is important to mention here that aluminium plays a...
