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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Hyundai Motor Group has reached a tentative wage agreement with its labour union, elongating their strike-free negotiation streak to five successive years. Hyundai plans to adopt “hypercasting” technology to improve the manufacturing process and make lighter aluminium car bodies. The technology can produce bigger aluminium car parts than the existing manufacturing process that makes aluminium components separately. The company and the labour union have signed a special agreement to transform manufacturing plants in Korea into a key production base for future mobility. Tesla has already adopted the same technology called Giga Press. The world’s third-largest carmaker will apply the hypercasting technology in 2026 after setting up the manufacturing plant. Hyundai is presently in talks with...
ChemX, an Australia-based high-purity critical materials company, is thrilled to report considerable development in both the high-purity alumina (HPA) and high-purity manganese (HPM) business streams. The Australian-based company has made progress in refining its high-purity alumina (HPA) micro-plant flowsheet in anticipation of scaling up to pilot-plant production. The business claims that investment in high-precision analytical equipment and devoted human resources has improved operational performance for its HPA micro-plant. A first-ever high-purity manganese mineral resource estimate is also on the way. ChemX Materials has been developing its 100 per cent-owned HiPurA® HPA Pilot Plant, which will be located at its dedicated facility in O'Connor Perth, Western Australia, to deliver the...
LME aluminium opened at US$2,199 per tonne on Wednesday, with its high and low at US$2,220 per tonne and US$2,191 per tonne, respectively, before closing at US$2,211 per tonne, an increase of US$14.5 per tonne or 0.66 per cent. The LME aluminium live price chart experienced mixed aluminium price trends on September 13, with the LME aluminium cash bid price and the LME aluminium official price gaining US$3.50 per tonne or 0.16 per cent to officially close at US$2,156 per tonne and US$2,156.50 per tonne. One year back, on September 13, the LME aluminium price was US$2,309.50, which plummeted by US$153 per tonne or 6.62 per cent to stop at the recent price. London Metal Exchange graph displayed that the 3-month bid price and the 3-month offer price have slumped by US$3.50 per tonne or 0.16...
According to the US Census Bureau data, the United States' primary aluminium production in June 2023 was recorded at 62,000 tonnes, experiencing a drop of 3,000 tonnes or 4.62 per cent month-on-month. In May, the output stood at 65,000 tonnes, up by 2,000 tonnes or 3.17 per cent from 63,000 tonnes. On a year-on-year calculation, the United States' primary aluminium output in June 2023 reflected a sharp fall of 16,000 tonnes or 20.5 per cent from 78,000 tonnes. Adding up the United States primary aluminium output through the second quarter of 2023, the production volume aggregated at 190,000 tonnes - 1.06 per cent higher than 188,000 tonnes in Q1 2023 . The country’s total production in H1 thus stood at 378,000 tonnes. The United States daily average primary aluminium production in June...
The Aluminium Association of Canada, The Aluminium Association, European Aluminium and the Japan Aluminium Association released a joint briefing to Group of 7 (G7) trade ministers ahead of meetings in Osaka, Japan this October. The briefing, Aluminium Supply Chain Pathways to Net Zero GHG Emissions and Fair Global Markets : Priority Action Areas, highlights aluminium’s essential role in the transition to a low carbon economy while laying out pathways to decarbonise the sector while addressing distortions in the marketplace driven by non-market economies like China. “Global demand is expected to increase up to 80 per cent by 2050; as much aluminium will need to be produced in the next decade as in the last one hundred years,” the report notes. “Making the transition to net zero greenhouse...
Zhaofeng Tiancheng Aluminium Company, a part of the Huayang Group, has recently achieved a significant milestone as its production and sales both surpassed 10,000 tonnes. In the month of August, Zhaofeng Tiancheng Aluminium Company experienced a surge in production and sales, with a remarkable output of over 10,600 tonnes of cast-rolled strip and sales nearing 11,000 tonnes. These figures mark an all-time high for both production and sales. Throughout the year, Zhaofeng Tiancheng Aluminium Co., Ltd. remained steadfast in its commitment to achieving a profitable year. The company embraced benchmarking management practices, unlocked its internal potential, and diligently pursued refined operational strategies while closely monitoring the execution of various tasks. Every department within...
On Thursday, September 14, China’s A00 aluminium ingot price showed no change to close at RMB 19,430 per tonne. The average prices ranged between RMB 19,410 per tonne and RMB 19,450 per tonne, with the spot contract prices expected to be traded at a discount price of RMB 10 to RMB 30 per tonne. As per the SMM data, the prices in Foshan, Tianjin and Linyi have added RMB 50 per tonne to reside at RMB 19,230 per tonne and RMB 19,430 per tonne. On the same day in Wuxi, the price expanded by RMB 30 per tonne to reach RMB 19,440 per tonne. China’s A00 aluminium ingot prices in Hangzhou and Gongyi have increased by RMB 20 per tonne to rest at RMB 19,430 per tonne and RMB 19,270 per tonne. The prices for Chongqing and Shenyang have remained restrained at RMB 19,310 per tonne and RMB 19,370 per...
iPhone fanatics are ecstatic since Tim Cook has permitted the biggest change ever in the Apple charging module. Apple iPhone 15 lineup, for the first time, will have a C-type charging port instead of the tech giant’s proprietary Lightning charger. Though much has changed, a lot abides by Apple’s sustainability protocol since the series uses 75% recycled aluminium and other recycled elements for its make. The latest models of iPhone, the iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Plus, have been thoughtfully crafted with the environment in mind. Apple is committed to achieving its goal of making every product carbon-neutral by 2030, and this dedication is reflected in every stage of production, from design to manufacturing to the way customers use their devices. With a focus on clean electricity and the use...
According to a source on Wednesday, September 13, China Hongqiao Group has moved 1.5 million tonnes of aluminium smelting capacity to Yunnan, a region with abundant hydro power. Going ahead, China Hingqiao Group aims to deploy 4 million tonnes of aluminium smelting capacity by the end of 2025 in Yunan to leverage the availability of renewable energy. According to Ron Knapp, special adviser to the company, this capacity shift to Yunnan will enable China Hongqiao Group to curb carbon emissions by 30 per cent by 2023-end. Knapp told Reuters in an interview on the sidelines of Fastmarkets aluminium conference in Barcelona, "That's the first step to get us out of coal. We are committed to hit peak carbon by 2025." China Hongqiao Group aims to shift 2 million tonnes of capacity to Yunnan from...
The imported aluminium scrap market in India witnessed a mixed trend last week, leading to moderate trading activity amidst a volatile futures market. According to reliable sources, buying and selling activities remained insignificant as compared to the average levels. It has been reported that seller sources informed that offers stayed largely stable, particularly from the European Union. Furthermore, a few major recyclers from Europe and the UK have made healthy future bookings. Market participants have indicated that there could be a minor downward correction due to the upcoming auto industry strike in the US. The strike could potentially lead to lower transaction volumes. Meanwhile, China's silicon prices in India stood at $2,030-2,040 per tonne CIF Mundra, increasing by $120 per...
After a recent development, Graphene Manufacturing Group (GMG) declared that their flagship G+AI Battery technology is ready in prototype pouch cell versions with more than 500 mAh capacity. The company's primary Graphene Aluminium-Ion (G+AI) Battery prototype pouch cells are now going to feature a minimal voltage of 2 volts. GMG , in collaboration with the University of Queensland, has evolved the patented G+AI Battery technology so that the switch from coin cells to pouch cell modules is seamless and risk-free. In a statement released for the media, GMG asserted that this new advancement displays the firm has developed the battery-electro chemistry and precise assembly methodology of manufacturing pouch cells with more than ten layers of graphene-coated cathode and aluminium foil anode....
The Mozal aluminium smelter, located in Mozambique, plans to boost primary aluminium production by 40,000 tonnes during the ongoing fiscal year, which commenced in June. The operation of Mozal Aluminium in the Southern African nation is considered the largest industrial employer in the country. According to a senior official from the organization on August 12, "The production will grow to 578,000 tonnes of aluminium against the previous 538,000 tonnes." "The expected growth is the result of improving operations within the company. This forecast may also influence the level of aluminium export due to the investments made by the company recently." The official elucidated that the aluminium production from the previous year was primarily shipped to diverse global markets, with a notable...
In a recent development, Chinalco, a leading aluminium producer, has announced a significant change in the leadership structure of its Guizhou enterprises. The decision was made during a cadre meeting held on September 8 at the ChalCO Guizhou Enterprise. The meeting saw the presence of high-ranking officials and key personnel, including Chinalco Assets Party secretary and Chairman Zhou Lihong, Li Wenjun (General Manager of Human Resources Department of Chinalco Assets), Comrade He Fei (formerly the General Manager of Guizhou Aluminum Works Co., LTD.), and various members and representatives from Guizhou Aluminum Factory, Guizhou Hualin, Guizhou Huajin, and Guizhou Branch. During the meeting, Li Wenjun read out relevant documents from both the Chalco Assets Party Committee and the Chalco...
Constellium Muscle Shoals has reportedly acquired the Performance Standard V2 (2017) Certification from the Aluminium Stewardship Initiative for producing aluminium sheets, coils, and alloys in facilities at Muscle Shoals, Alabama, and Bowling Green, Kentucky. Muscle Shoals facility manufactures aluminium sheets for the packaging industry, specialising in producing all three pivotal components of beverage cans – body stock, coated end stock, and tab stock. The facility produces over 450,000 tonnes of finished aluminium coils per year, having an annual capacity of over 1 billion pounds. Bowling Green plant produces aluminium flat rolled auto body sheet products for the automotive market, with a capacity of producing 100,000 tonnes annually. In addition, Constellium Muscle Shoals...
The United States crude and dried bauxite imports recorded a leap of 58.66 per cent on a quarter-on-quarter basis in the second quarter of 2023 to stand at 733,000 tonnes, found the US Census Bureau survey. With this jump, the country’s bauxite import volume recovered the loss by a large extent, which it faced in the previous quarter. According to USGS, the United States' crude and dried bauxite imports in Q1 2023 fell sharply by 38.97 per cent to 462,000 tonnes from 757,000 tonnes in Q4 2022. On a year-on-year basis, the United States crude and dried bauxite imports in Q2 2023 grew by 13.82 per cent from 644,000 tonnes. But despite the annual and quarterly hike in the United States’ Q2 bauxite imports, the total import volume in the first six months of 2023 stood 13.04 per cent lower at...
The producers and consumers in the metals industry are convening this week to negotiate supply agreements for the upcoming year, with Russian aluminium causing division within the sector. While certain industrial consumers have opted not to consume supplies from Russia due to the Ukraine-Russia geopolitical issue, opposing arguments suggest that such a stance is unjustifiable when sanctions do not encompass a company or its metal products. Discussions regarding the prohibition of Russian metal are expected to resurface in Barcelona this week. In July, the Norwegian aluminium giant called upon the London Metal Exchange (LME) to reconsider its stance on not imposing a ban on Russian aluminium. The International Aluminium Conference, which commenced on August 12, is considered a period when...
A programme was held on September 8 in Hailing District to begin construction on 16 major industrial project spaces with a planned total investment of RMB 13.68 billion. The Kangqian GIS aluminium alloy intelligent production line project, located in the new energy industrial park, is among the participants with a planned investment of RMB 1 billion. The project aims to increase intelligent transformation investment by creating an intelligent benchmarking workshop and building a digital, green production system, resulting in improved product stability and production efficiency. The project is expected to produce 150,000 aluminium alloy parts annually. Hailing District has been focused on high-quality development tasks this year, creating a large project, a large industry, and a large...
LME aluminium opened at US$2,204.50 per tonne on Tuesday, with high and low at $2213.50 per tonne and $2186.50 per tonne, respectively, before closing at US$2,196 per tonne, a drop of US$8 per tonne or 0.36 per cent. On Tuesday, September 12, the LME aluminium cash bid price and the LME aluminium official settlement price dropped marginally by US$0.50 per tonne and US$1 per tonne to stand at US$2,152.50 per tonne and US$2,153 per tonne, respectively. Since the beginning of the month, the LME aluminium benchmark price has showcased a downtrend, with only two intermittent hikes. To date, the price has decreased by 1.42 per cent or US$31 per tonne from US$2,184 per tonne. However, on the other hand, the 3-month bid price and the 3-month offer price increased on Tuesday by US$4.50 per tonne...
