The company says a low-cost conductive carbon rubber current collector has raised initial capacity to at least 210 mAh g⁻¹, although further testing is needed to establish long-term performance. Green Science Alliance has more than doubled the initial capacity of its aqueous rechargeable aluminium-ion battery, reporting a rise from approximately 103 mAh g⁻¹ to at least 210 mAh g⁻¹ after introducing a low-cost conductive carbon rubber sheet as the cathode current collector. The development, led by Dr Ryohei Mori, could help address cost and manufacturing challenges associated with aluminium-based batteries. The company said the improved cell maintained its reported capacity for at least 25 cycles, with testing still under way. The result marks progress for aqueous rechargeable...
One and One Green Technologies, a Philippines-based recycler of waste materials and scrap metal, saw its aluminium alloy revenue decline in the first half of 2026 after an equipment upgrade temporarily halted aluminium processing for about six weeks. The company, which produces aluminium alloy, copper alloy and brass alloy ingots, suspended aluminium processing from mid-May through the end of June while upgrading its aluminium processing equipment. Production resumed in July 2026. The disruption affected the company’s aluminium business even as overall financial performance remained positive. Revenue for the six months ended June 30, 2026, rose 18.7 per cent to USD 33.38 million from USD 28.13 million a year earlier, while net income increased 17.4 per cent to USD 4.49 million from...
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Composed of aerospace-grade aluminium 6061, Harwin announced the availability of backshells for their Kona high-power connector line. These backshells will prevent undesired EMI from seeping into the surrounding system from the connector/cable assembly. The 6061 aerospace-grade aluminium can be shaped into various forms and is very corrosion resistant, making it a suitable complement for various aircraft applications. Grade 6061 is extensively utilised in the manufacture of light crafts. Its ease of machining and welding is why it is often used in these applications. Harwin's 8.5mm-pitch Kona connectors come in 2, 3, and 4-contact varieties and are compact and streamlined while carrying huge currents (up to 60A per contact). These high-reliability components have been extensively employed...
The fourth-largest chain of supermarkets in the United Kingdom, Morrisons, will conduct a trial run of the in-store recycling points for coffee machines launched in association with Podback. The partnership with Podback will first be tested in 29 Morrisons locations. Customers will need to use suitably colour-tagged bags - one for aluminium pods and one for plastic pods - to separate them and then send them to various recycling centres across the UK. The testing or the trial is the first carried out by a UK grocery company. Morrisons customers will have access to a new drop-off service at selected stores as part of the experiment, enabling them to acquire Podback recycling bags, fill them with spent pods, and recycle them in dedicated bins at the front of the shop. Rick Hindley, executive...
Aluminium Bahrain embraced digital transformation by using Virtual Reality (VR) technology into five key areas for its internal training courses. The effort was undertaken in conjunction with Atyaf eSolutions, and the signing ceremony took place on July 12, 2023. On July 27, 2023, Vice President Kashim Shettima reiterated Nigeria's steadfast commitment to revive the Aluminium Smelter Company of Nigeria in St. Petersburg, Russia. He emphasised the significance of actively interacting with key industry players to accomplish this aim. The London Metal Exchange (LME), the global trading centre for industrial metals and the location of the bulk of nonferrous metal futures transactions, is again pressured to remove Russian aluminium from its warehousing system. The Norwegian aluminium behemoth...
Just like our laptops, even digital cameras need their part of cooling and keeping them cool is often a struggle these days. With increasing user demand regarding quality, frame rate, bit rate, continuous stills shooting capabilities, and sheer throughput, it is essential to keep digital cameras cool. And to provide a solution to this, Ulanzi has come up with its newly launched aluminium cooling fan. As a result of its high-quality aluminium alloy casing, efficient heat dissipation, sandblasted oxidation process, and enhanced durability, the fan provides effective and consistent cooling. It is also available for a range of Sony, Canon, and Fujifilm camera bodies. The fan has three modes of operation with varying speeds, enabling the users to tailor it as per their specific requirements....
Federation of Aluminium Consumers In Europe, BWA - German Federal Association For Economic Development And Foreign Trade, AMAFOND - Italian - Foundry Suppliers’ Association, ASSOFERMET - National Association Of Steels, Metals, Scrap, Hardware and ASSOFOND - Italian Foundry Association have written to the LME to denounce current calls for bans and sanctions on Russian primary aluminium made by major metal producers, direct competitors of Rusal, or by bodies of industry associations who appear to be heavily influenced or controlled by the same producers. “These calls for bans and sanctions seem one more oligopolistic attempt to easily eliminate a competitor with non-market practices and to turn Europe into a captive market, with full knowledge of the devastating impact any restriction of...
Belfast #CircleCity is a new on-the-go recycling programme in Belfast City Centre, made possible with assistance from The Coca-Cola Foundation. The campaign was launched by Coca-Cola, Belfast City Council, and the environmental organisation Hubbub. The three-month initiative will make recycling aluminium cans and plastic bottles as simple as possible for residents and tourists, increasing recycling rates. "We're urging everyone to use the new recyclable bins to help us keep as much valuable plastic and aluminium as possible in the loop," said Beau Zilesnick, project lead at Hubbub. The initiative was made possible with the assistance of The Coca-Cola Foundation and was previously implemented in Dublin city centre. As part of the campaign, 25 bright and colourful recycling bins have been...
Soon Lian, a company listed on the SGX, anticipates reporting a consolidated net loss for the six-month period ending June 30. This contrasts the consolidated net profit achieved during the same period in the previous year. The expected loss is attributed to a decrease in sales revenue and an increase in the allowance for the impairment of inventories. The Board of Directors of Soon Lian Holdings Limited has announced that following a preliminary review of the unaudited results for the half year ended 30 June 2023 (“HY2023”), the Group is expected to report a consolidated net loss, compared to a consolidated net profit in the corresponding prior year period. The company stated, "The main factors contributing to the expected loss are a decline in sales revenue and a higher allowance for...
On Thursday, July 27, Aluminium Stewardship Initiative (ASI) announced that Real Alloy, the global market leader in third-party aluminium recycling and specification alloy production, was accredited with the ASI Performance Standard V2 (2017) certification for the recycling of aluminium scrap and the manufacture of wrought and foundry alloys at 11 manufacturing facilities in Canada, the United States of America, and Mexico, as well as central strategic and administrative functions at their headquarters in Beachwood, Ohio, USA. The operations provide specified foundry and wrought alloys in liquid and solid ingot forms to various industrial sectors, including automotive and transportation, packaging, manufacturing, and construction. In 2022, Real Alloy had achieved dual ASI certifications...
In 2013, Simon Minoprio, ex-professional sailor and marine electrician, founded the award-winning NZ aluminium trailer boat business named “Innovision Boats”, which has made its own identity among the other participants of the same industry in Australasia. Being a man from the waters, he believed in aluminium to be his business hero. Having been involved with extensive sailing background and marine electrician and boat building with Alloy Yachts- super yacht builder, he collaborated with Bakewell-White Naval Architects to bring up a distinctive hull design for the Australasia trailer boat. Innovisions’ boats exclusively have the plumb bow, catering to longer waterlines for finer entry, reduced pitching and slamming, an evolved greater internal volume, v-berth and cabin space, and the...
The aluminium industry is undergoing a significant transformation, with a strong emphasis on sustainability, where recycling plays a vital role, making it a top priority for producers and consumers. The industry's focus has shifted towards implementing eco-friendly practices and embracing circular economy principles. This strategic shift reflects a commitment to reducing environmental impact, conserving resources, and promoting the responsible use and disposal of aluminium products. With a shared vision of a greener future, the aluminium supply chain stakeholders are collaborating to create a more sustainable and environmentally-conscious industry. As a result, large firms throughout the value chain are embracing essential activities such as developing advanced technologies and adopting...
In St. Petersburg, Russia, on July 27, 2023, Vice President Kashim Shettima reaffirmed Nigeria's unwavering commitment to reviving the Aluminium Smelter Company of Nigeria. He emphasized the importance of actively engaging with key stakeholders in the industry to achieve this goal. Shettima made remarks during a meeting held with the management of Russian Aluminium Company, UC RUSAL, and other project stakeholders on the sidelines of the Russia-Africa Summit in St. Petersburg, "The sooner we get this smelter back to production, the better for everyone. We need to walk the talk; the Nigerian people deserve better." In a statement titled 'Reviving ALSCON: VP Shettima held meeting with stakeholders, reaffirms FG's commitment to resuscitate smelter,' the Office of the Vice President's State...
The London Metal Exchange (LME), the global hub for trading industrial metals and where the vast majority of non-ferrous metal futures business takes place, is once again confronted with demands to exclude Russian aluminium from its warehouse system. The Norwegian aluminium giant is urging the exchange to reconsider its stance from last November, wherein they chose to proceed with accepting deliveries of Russian metal. The Norwegian aluminium producer warned that the LME contract's benchmark status is in jeopardy as Russian brands make up 80 per cent of warranted aluminium stocks by the end of June. As of the latest information available, no government sanctions are currently imposed on Russian aluminium. However, the London Metal Exchange (LME) has stated that all metals originating from...
According to recent data published on the National Packaging Waste Database (NPWD) by the Environment Agency (EA), aluminium packaging recycling volumes rocketed in Q2. Showing an impressive uplift compared to the same period in 2022, this puts the industry firmly on track to once again exceed annual recycling targets. In Q2 2023, 38,829 tonnes of aluminium packaging were collected for recycling – a 5 per cent increase year-on-year. Of this volume, 26,749 tonnes were recycled through kerbside, bring and on-the-go systems (69 per cent of total volume, +5 per cent YOY), while 11,791 were recovered from incinerator bottom ash (IBA), with tonnages up +5 per cent compared to 2022. So far this year, a total of 79,922 tonnes have been captured across the UK, representing 58 per cent of the...
Samsung, the market leader in the mobile phones segment, has come up with a new realm of products named Galaxy Z Flip5 and Galaxy Z Fold5, disclosing the world of foldable to humankind. The conglomerate having a deep-rooted faith in sustainability uses aluminium for its smartphones. Galaxy Z Flip5 and Galaxy Z Fold5, the form factors, are of the fifth generation. They provide its users with the unique experience of sleek and compact designs, countless customization options and powerful performance along with flex hinges for a foldable experience offering aesthetic balanced and solid designs. These startling foldable devices unlock exceptional camera capabilities, including the FlexCam for capturing photos from creative angles. With strong performance and an optimized battery powered by...
In 2023, China experienced a considerable rise in its dependence on imported aluminium as the domestic metal supply decreased. This shift is seen as a strategic response to counterbalance the below-average output from domestic production. Recent customs data discloses that China witnessed a significant 10.7 per cent surge in aluminium imports during H1 2023 of the year compared to the corresponding period in the previous year. Imports of unwrought aluminium and related products experienced a significant surge, totalling 1.2 million tonnes. Notably, primary metal and alloyed aluminium were among the prominently imported items. As per a Reuters report, the imports for June amounted to 211,235 tonnes, showcasing a considerable increase of 12.8 per cent compared to the same month in 2022....
On Friday, July 28, the average alumina spot price in China has grown by RMB 7 per tonne to close at RMB 2,871 per tonne. The price in Guangxi has gained RMB 10 per tonne to settle at RMB 2,865 per tonne, followed by a hike of RMB 5 per tonne in Shanxi and Guizhou to clock at RMB 2,880 per tonne and RMB 2,860 per tonne. On the same day, the domestic aluminium ingot price has dwindled by RMB 140 per tonne to come in at RMB 18,350 per tonne, with the average prices standing between RMB 18,330 per tonne and RMB 18,370 per tonne. The spot contract price is expected to be traded at a discount price of RMB 10 per tonne to a premium price of RMB 30 per tonne. The A00 aluminium ingot price in Hangzhou has slumped by RMB 150 per tonne to reside at RMB 18,350 per tonne, followed by a drop of RMB...
LME aluminium opened at US$2,215 per tonne on Thursday, with its high and low at US$2,244.5 per tonne and US$2,196.5 per tonne, respectively, before closing at US$2,209 per tonne, an increase of US$1 per tonne, or 0.05 per cent. On Thursday, July 27, both the LME aluminium cash bid price and LME aluminium official settlement price went up by US$5 per tonne or 0.23 per cent and US$5.5 per tonne or 0.25 per cent to close at US$2,175 per tonne and US$2,176 per tonne. 3-month bid price and 3-month offer price increased by US$5 per tonne or 0.22 per cent to halt at US$2,219 per tonne and US$2,220 per tonne. December 24 bid price and December 24 offer price moved up by US$5 per tonne or 0.21 per cent to close at US$2,375 per tonne and US$2,380 per tonne. LME aluminium opening stock came in at...
A Hydro led research project using aluminium as reinforcement enables the use of concrete mixes where more than 50% of the cement can be substituted with sustainable binders. The result is concrete that requires far less energy and CO2 emissions to produce slimmer, lighter concrete structures with long service life. The project is called DARE2C – Durable Aluminium Reinforced Environmentally-friendly Concrete Construction. The backdrop is the world's most used material, concrete, and has two main challenges: climate footprint and durability. "Aluminium corrodes in the highly alkaline environment in today's concretes. On the other hand, in the development of more environmentally friendly clay-substituted cement, the steel reinforcement is not protected due to the low pH. The idea behind the...
