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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The Plansee Group, based in Reutte, Austria, initiated an ambitious project beginning in the spring of 2022. The project involves collaboration with Trimet, an aluminium manufacturer headquartered in Essen, Germany, as well as Arctus, a technology enterprise from Iceland, and Saarland University. The primary objective of this joint effort is to scale up a novel production method that eradicates the necessity of carbon in the aluminium manufacturing process. By replacing carbon dioxide with oxygen as a byproduct, this innovative approach significantly reduces the carbon footprint associated with aluminium production. Plansee High-Performance Materials specializes in the manufacturing of components from molybdenum and tungsten. Whether in the semiconductor industry, consumer electronics,...
The average alumina spot price has grown by RMB 2 per tonne over the weekend after an intermittent restraint at RMB 2,831 per tonne on Friday, July 14, according to the Shanghai Metals Market data. On Monday, July 17, the price has stopped at RMB 2,833 per tonne, up by RMB 11 per tonne from RMB 2,822 per tonne a week ago. Last week from July 10 to 14, the alumina spot price gained RMB 9 per tonne. In Shandong, Guizhou, and Guangxi, the alumina spot price has climbed RMB 5 per tonne to stand at RMB 2,795 per tonne, RMB 2,820 per tonne, and RMB 2,830 per tonne, respectively. Other provinces like Henan, Shanxi, and Bayuquan have witnessed no changes in alumina prices. On the other hand, the Australian alumina FOB price has dipped by US$ 1 per tonne to clock at US$326 per tonne, found SMM....
LME aluminium opened at US$2279 per tonne last Friday, with low and high at US$2263 per tonne and US$2292 per tonne before closing down 0.42 per cent at US$2273.5 per tonne. On Friday, July 14, both LME aluminium cash bid price and LME aluminium official settlement price dropped by US$11 per tonne or 0.49 per cent to close at US$2,224.50 per tonne and US$2,225 per tonne. 3-month bid price and 3-month offer price also fell by US$9 per tonne or 0.39 per cent and US$10 per tonne or 0.43 per cent to score at US$2,268 per tonne and US$2,269 per tonne. December 24 bid price and December 24 offer price moved down the graph by US$4 per tonne or 0.16 per cent to reside at US$2,418 per tonne and US$2,423 per tonne. LME aluminium opening stock settled at 528475 tonnes. Live warrants and Cancelled...
Rio Tinto will build a hydrogen pilot plant in Gladstone and replace natural gas with clean hydrogen at an alumina refinery. Sumitomo Corporation will assist with the project. Hydro's North American extrusion unit received the Aluminium Stewardship Initiative Performance Standard V2 certification after passing an audit by DNV. 23 out of 100 sites in the US and Canada were certified. Hydro is supplying a Catholic University team with extruded aluminium structural members made from their certified product, Hydro CIRCAL, which has at least 75% recycled scrap. The team is rebuilding a geodesic dome in the Smithsonian's National Museum of American History. Cano Water promotes canned water as a sustainable alternative to plastic. They launched a campaign to encourage the use of sustainable...
The downstream aluminium sector witnessed significant developments this week. According to Pragun Khaitan, Vice-Chairman and Managing Director of Jindal Aluminium Ltd (JAL), the company plans to spend INR 100-150 crore to increase the production capacity of its Bhiwadi plant by 60,000 tonnes annually. Japanese firm Ryobi will invest $35.2 million to build a new facility in Shizuoka Prefecture. They plan to introduce a moulding machine to produce aluminium automobile components for domestic automakers by March 2025. Gränges released its Q2 and H1 2023 results, showing resilience despite decreased demand for aluminium. Gränges Q2 sales volume decreased by 1.7%, with total sales dropping by 12.6%. Jindal Aluminium Ltd (JAL) is plotting to spend between INR 100-150 crore to expand the...
According to our report, a new aluminium beverage can manufacturing and filling factory would be built in Azerbaijan. It will be a collaboration between Hungary, a central European nation, and Azerbaijan, a country in eastern Transcaucasia. The Vision EQXX concept car from Mercedes-Benz, a German luxury automobile manufacturer, has ushered in an exciting future for solar electric vehicles (SEVs), promising an astonishing leap in innovation and appeal. Chandrayan-3, India's third successful moon mission, was launched from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre in Sriharikota yesterday. North Korea fired its Hwasong-18 intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) for the second test on Wednesday. The missile employs solid-fuel technology, allowing it to launch with little preparation. Solid...
ReStore, a sustainable funding initiative launched to support the Black Hills Area Habitat for Humanity, aims to collect around 10,000 pounds of aluminium by July 31 to win an ongoing drive. The winning organisation will get a $6,000 reward for collecting 10,000 pounds of aluminium. The fund from the drive will be used to assist Black Hills Area Habitat for Humanity in constructing affordable houses. The Rapid City ReStore is one of 100 organisations taking part in an aluminium push throughout the United States and Canada. Anyone who wishes to contribute aluminium may do so by bringing items to the ReStore between the hours of 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Saturday. Donations may also be dropped off at the ReStore's outdoor collection spot on the west side of the building, beside the...
According to the letter sent to members, European Aluminium, the voice of the European aluminium industry, has considered actively lobbying for European Union sanctions on Russian aluminium but would oppose explicitly targeting the Russian aluminium giant Rusal. The group drafted an internal memorandum for planning purposes, lacking any knowledge regarding imminent sanctions from the European Union. However, the European Commission chose not to provide any comments on the matter. According to Reuters, a letter revealed that discussions were held among members of European Aluminium regarding the potential action of "advocating for EU sanctions on Russian aluminium." A letter dated July 2023 mentions the potential implementation of restrictive measures on Russian aluminium under the scope...
The United States’ aluminium scrap exports in April 2023 stood at 167,000 tonnes, reflecting a month-on-month fall of 9,000 tonnes or 5.11 per cent from 176,000 tonnes, found the US Geological Survey. The downfall in April followed a hike in the previous month by 17,000 tonnes or 10.69 per cent from 159,000 tonnes. On a year-on-year calculation, the US aluminium scrap exports in April 2023 stood 3.73 per cent higher than 161,000 tonnes. From January to April 2023, the United States exported 662,000 tonnes – 0.60 per cent less than 666,000 tonnes. India, the highest importer of aluminium scrap from the US, sourced 39,800 tonnes of aluminium scrap in April 2023 versus 36,400 tonnes in March. That reflected a month-on-month increase of 9.34 per cent. On a year-on-year basis, India’s...
Boomerang is delighted to share that the team has made remarkable progress towards the brand's sustainable hydration mission. Boomerang successfully implemented two hydration systems in the bustling city of Austin, Texas. With the recent heat wave, the Boomerang team is proud to have provided refreshing and sustainable hydration to keep everyone calm and hydrated. It has been declared, Boomerang's refillable aluminium bottles would be next available in the Bahamas. Boomerang also took the opportunity to acknowledge Bob Macintosh from Macintosh Law in Davidson, NC, for his outstanding work in creating the Lake Norman Chamber Entrepreneurs of the Year Award. After recognising Bob and his team for their exceptional talent and dedication in crafting such a remarkable trophy, Boomerang...
According to our report from China's Yunnan province, the region has added 1 million tonnes of primary aluminium with the restart of four aluminium smelters. Out of which, Yunnan Aluminum Co. Ltd. is the most significant producer, with 600,000 tonnes added so far. Henan Shenhuo Coal & Power Co. Ltd. and Hongtai Aluminium have added 380,000, while Qiya Aluminium has contributed just 40,000 tonnes. In the meantime, the insufficient rainfall in Sichuan province has resulted in a reduction in aluminium production. Our sources indicate that two aluminium smelters have been instructed to decrease their output, albeit the total reduction amounts to only 50,000 tonnes when combined. According to our analysis, a significant amount of aluminium still needs to be included in the Chinese aluminium...
Yongu Case has always been a pioneer in delivering exceptional enclosures and chassis solutions, and they are excited to announce their newest product: the custom aluminium chassis. This cutting-edge product sets new benchmarks in the industry, offering a blend of durability, functionality, and design aesthetics that cater to a wide range of applications. The custom aluminium chassis is manufactured using top-notch materials and advanced engineering techniques, resulting in a lightweight yet strong solution that protects sensitive electronic components. Due to the exceptional thermal conductivity of aluminium, the chassis' excellent heat dissipation properties guarantee optimal performance and extend the lifespan of critical equipment. Yongu Case provides customisation options that cater...
European aluminium manufacturers made concerns about a possible breach in the European Union's carbon border tax (CBAM), which might allow severely polluting exporters such as China and other Asian nations to avoid rules and inundate the union with cheap heavy metal emissions. The BlueGreen Alliance, a non-profit organisation located in Washington, released a paper outlining suggestions for addressing the decline in the primary aluminium sector in the United States. The research focuses on satisfying the growing demand for aluminium from the renewable energy industry, generating well-paying jobs, improving national security, and lowering industrial emissions. The mining and metals firm, headquartered in Perth, South32, has been working on an ambitious project at the Hillside Smelter to...
UK's largest motorcycle manufacturer, Triumph, has unveiled the first look of its Rocket 3 cruiser bike for 2024. The new model features a sturdy aluminium frame and a single-sided cast aluminium swingarm, which unquestionably makes its construction sustainable and eco-friendly. Triumph Rocket 3 release date will be announced before the break of 2024 in India. The motorcycle giant will introduce these flagship models in three new colour choices: Silver Ice, Sapphire Black and Carnival Red. Other than these specifications, no significant adjustments have been made to the original design. The most important addition to this cruiser bike is the 2,500cc engine with a three-cylinder inline unit. Triumph Rocket 3 engines can generate 165BHP @ 6,000 rpm speed and 221 Nm @ 4,000 rpm torque. The...
A company based in Powys, CastAlum recently showcased its technical innovations to other manufacturers in mid-Wales. The event, organized by the Mid Wales Manufacturing Group (MWMG), invited local manufacturing and engineering companies to visit CastAlum's site in Welshpool. The site specialises in die-casting aluminium parts that are mostly used in cars. Karl Meredith, the Managing director, declared: "Ninety per cent of all production is for export, their components going into vehicles such as BMW, Ford, General Motors, Porsche, Mercedes, Jaguar Land Rover, as well as non-automotive customers." "Over the past nine years, we have heavily invested in the development of new products, processes, and capabilities. Through their own investigation and expertise, their process solutions meet...
Iroko 3D construction printers from 14Trees are the outcome of the joint venture between Holcim and the UK governmental development finance institution British International Investment (BII). The new construction-ready three-dimensional 3D printer features an aluminium frame, making it easy to assemble and install without cranes. The 3D printer is outfitted with a multi-laser system that controls print quality 50 times per second to optimise end-product performance and operator safety. The new design includes a material preparation and feed system that is compatible with Holcim's ink, TectorPrint's low-carbon inks, and 14Trees' increasing line of low-carbon inks, which they claim reduces a building's carbon footprint by up to 70 per cent when compared to conventional techniques. This...
Maruti Suzuki India Limited, the largest automobile manufacturer in India and a major consumer of aluminium, has released its monthly settlement prices for aluminium ADC12 alloy ingots for July 2023 at INR INR 204,000 per tonne. This is a decrease of INR 2,900 per tonne compared to its settlement prices in June 2023 at INR INR 206,900 per tonne. Market participants attribute the price decrease to lower demand and subdued exports, particularly to Japan. It's worth noting that Maruti Suzuki's ADC12 prices are considered the standard for determining domestic aluminium price trends. According to SteelMint's assessment, ADC12 prices decreased by INR 3,000 per tonne and stood at INR INR 187,000-189,000 per tonne ex-Faridabad (excluding GST). In other news, Maruti Suzuki's total automobile...
The Aluminium Packaging Recycling Organisation (Alupro) announced the winner of the 2023 Student Starpack Awards under the 'replacing multi-material packaging category’.'Kahaan,' a suite of reusable and recyclable packing materials for cooked meals by Nottingham Trent University's James Albosh, won the first prize. Using the theme of the competition of replacing multi-material packaging, such as cardboard and film, with an indefinitely recyclable aluminium solution, James Albosh highlighted the true versatility of the non-ferrous metal through his design. "The project really encouraged me to think outside of the box when considering the application of aluminium in sustainable packaging design. Developing the concept was a lot of fun and enabled me to explore the properties of the material...
