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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Gränges, a leading supplier of rolled aluminium materials, announced its second quarter and first half results of 2023, which reflected a survival amidst an overall economic slowdown and narrow demand for the metal. As per the results published, Gränges’ sales volume in Q2 dropped by 1.7 per cent Q-o-Q to 1.205 million tonnes from 1.225 million tonnes, and net sales amount diminished by 12.6 per cent from SEK 6.875 million to SEK 6.008 million. Sales volume in the first six months of 2023 also recorded a fall of 3.5 per cent Y-o-Y from 2.492 million tonnes to 2.406 million tonnes, and net sales plunged by 7.6 per cent from SEK 12.955 million to SEK 11.976 million. But adjusted operating profit grew in Q2 as well as in H1 of 2023 from SEK 348 million to SEK 450 million and from SEK 678...
On Wednesday, June 12, Abu Dhabi launched an ambitious plant of recycling 20 million single-use plastic bottles yearly, an initiative to focus on a sustainable and healthy environment. For the same, the Environment Agency-Abu Dhabi established a bottle return scheme to encourage households and residents to recycle their aluminium cans and plastic bottles. The agency claimed that to encourage the recycling of millions of aluminium cans and plastic bottles, it plans to place as many as 70 reverse vending machines (RVMs) and 26 smart bins in high-traffic areas in Abu Dhabi. “We have ensured that they [RVMs and smart bins] are well located so that they are accessible, minimising the efforts for consumers to find them. We know that incentives are vital in this day and age to encourage...
India’s third attempt at a successful moon mission, Chandrayan-3, is scheduled to be launched today at 2.35 pm from Satish Dhawan Space Centre, Sriharikota. ISRO designed the Launch Vehicle Mark-III or LVM3, earlier called Geosynchronous Satellite Launch Vehicle Mark-III or GSLV Mk III, a three-stage medium-lift launch vehicle. Suppose we delve deeper into the history of GSLV models. In that case, it can be cited how ISRO scientists first chose aluminium alloy as a suitable element for constructing these state-of-the-art launch mobiles. After successful test flights conducted in April 2001 and May 2003, GSLV was attested to be functional. During its maiden flight, GSLV-F01 skilfully launched the G-SAT 3 weighing 1,950 kg on September 20, 2004. Currently, the GSLV has a three-stage...
The German luxury automotive brand Mercedes-Benz's groundbreaking concept vehicle, the Vision EQXX, has ushered in an exciting future for solar electric vehicles (SEVs), promising an impressive leap forward in terms of innovation and appeal. The German automaker introduced the remarkable electric vehicle (EV) during the renowned Consumer Electronics Show in 2022, impressing everyone with its exceptional efficiency. This sleek and stylish EV has achieved remarkable feats since its unveiling. With extraordinary advancements in aerodynamics, the vehicle's drag coefficient plummeted to an impressive 0.17, surpassing any other car ever manufactured in terms of aerodynamic efficiency. To put it into perspective, the average car typically falls within the range of 0.3 to 0.4 in terms of drag...
Yanming Thermal Equipment Technology (YM), an award-winning manufacturer of aluminium profile equipment, has been enlisted by AL CircleBiz to its 1200+ global community of verified sellers. AL CircleBiz, the world's first global marketplace, successfully onboarded the company, connecting millions of buyers and sellers along the aluminium value chain. The key functions of AL CircleBiz are to connect customers and sellers via queries against advertised items and business leads. In 2016, Yanming Thermal Equipment Technology bagged the National High-Tech Enterprise Award. The firm is based in Dali, Foshan City, China's nonferrous metal processing hub, commonly known as China's aluminium capital. The Foshan-based company's products include Aluminium Profile Equipment, Mould Heating Conjoined...
It has come to the attention of the National Consumer Commission that there are safety concerns associated with Mainstay and Terra Firma multi-hinge aluminium ladders, Model JC 403, 150 kg. Anyone who is in possession of these ladders must immediately stop using them and return those to the point of purchase for a refund. According to the NCC, Massmart has informed them that the ladders do not meet safety standards due to minimum material thickness and static load. This makes them unsafe to use and may result in injuries or fatalities. As such, those who have purchased the ladders from Makro or Game must take swift action to return them for a refund. NCC Acting Commissioner, Thezi Mabuza, commented: “Failure to meet these requirements renders the ladders unsafe and may lead to injuries or...
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According to the International Aluminium Institute data, alumina production in Africa & Asia (ex-China) during May 2023 amounted to 1.167 million tonnes, reflecting a month-on-month hike of 8.05 per cent from 1.080 million tonnes. The growth continued after an increase of 1.41 per cent in April from 1.065 million tonnes in March 2023. However, on a year-on-year calculation, Africa & Asia’s (ex-China) alumina output in May edged a fall of 3.55 per cent from 1.21 million tonnes, found IAI. The daily average output in May 2023 stood at 37,600 tonnes, up by 4.4 per cent M-o-M from 36,000 tonnes and down by 3.6 per cent Y-o-Y from 39,000 tonnes. Africa & Asia’s total alumina production during the first five months of 2023 amounted to 5.464 million tonnes – 4.16 per cent less than 5.701 million...
On Friday, July 14, A00 aluminium ingot price in China has expanded by RMB 70 per tonne to score at RMB 18,510 per tonne. The average prices are expected to orbit between RMB 18,490 per tonne and RMB 18,530 per tonne, with the spot contract price expected to be traded at a discount price of RMB 110 to RMB 70 per tonne. Tianjin's A00 aluminium ingot price has surged by RMB 90 per tonne to settle at RMB 18,480 per tonne. On the same day, the prices in Wuxi and Hangzhou gained RMB 70 per tonne to peg at RMB 18,510 per tonne. As per the SMM data, the prices in Gongyi and Linyi have ascended by RMB 60 per tonne to clock at RMB 18,400 per tonne and RMB 18,440 per tonne. On the same day, the prices in Chongqing and Shenyang have hiked by RMB 50 per tonne to halt at RMB 18,470 per tonne and RMB...
Hydro completed the acquisition of Polish aluminium recycler Alumetal S.A. on June 30 by bagging more than 97 per cent of its shares through tender subscription. The purchase of Alumetal will strengthen Hydro's recycling position in Europe and widen low-carbon product offerings in the market. This transaction is also a significant move towards Hydro's recycling ambition and its goal to enhance the use of post-consumer aluminium scrap by 2025 in a bid to reduce carbon footprint in metal industry. Eivind Kallevik, Executive Vice President of Hydro Aluminium Metal, explained, "With this acquisition, Hydro and Alumetal will together become the leading integrated aluminium recyclers in Europe. This will enable us to offer more low-carbon and recycled aluminium products based on post-consumer...
LME aluminium opened at US$2,134 per tonne last Friday, with its low and high at US$2,127 per tonne and US$2,151 per tonne respectively before closing at US$2,141 per tonne, up US$11 per tonne or 0.52 per cent. On Thursday, July 13, the LME aluminium cash bid price and LME official settlement price stopped at US$2,235.50 per tonne and US$2,236 per tonne, with the former rising by 4.15 per cent or US$89 per tonne and the later escalating by US$88.50 per tonne or 4.12 per cent. If we consider the LME aluminium spot price on July 13, last year, it was US$2,343 per tonne, which has fallen by US$107 per tonne or 4.6 per cent Year-on-Year to rest at what it was yesterday. The 3-month bid price went up the graph by US$92 per tonne or 4.2 per cent to close at US$2,277 per tonne, and the 3-month...
Norwegian aluminium giant, Hydro is recognized as one of the world's leading producers of low-carbon aluminium. Aluminium manufacturing is notorious for its high energy consumption and greenhouse gas emissions; however, Hydro has been actively working to minimize the environmental impact of its operations. To achieve low-carbon aluminium production, Hydro employs various strategies and technologies. The company aims to power its aluminium production with renewable energy sources, primarily hydropower, which is a clean and renewable energy source. This approach reduces carbon emissions linked to electricity consumption. Hydro is also actively exploring and investing in carbon capture and storage technologies. This technology involves capturing carbon dioxide emissions from industrial...
Hydro is supplying extruded aluminium structural members made from Hydro CIRCAL, the company's certified aluminium product containing at least 75 per cent recycled, post-consumer scrap, to a student-led Catholic University team that is reconstructing an iconic R. Buckminster Fuller geodesic dome inside the Smithsonian's National Museum of American History. Weatherbreak's student-led reconstruction at the Smithsonian's National Museum of American History started in early July and will be on display through the end of the month. Visitors to the museum will be able to see the building process and, once completed, walk within the dome as part of an exhibit. At its extrusion factory in Elkhart, Indiana, one of the company's several production facilities in North America providing the building...
The Indian imported aluminium scrap market recorded unpredictable patterns and considerable price contraction W-o-W in some grades by up to US$50 per tonne. As of today, Middle East-origin aluminium tension prices contracted by up to $50 per tonne to $1,520 CIF, whereas the remaining scrap grades dropped by $10-50 per tonne W-o-W. The global aluminium markets witnessed considerable volatility and changes, with a bid-offer spread of roughly $30-40 per tonne. Domestic demand, especially in the northern and southern regions, is sometimes low compared to other locations. Aluminium prices on the London Metal Exchange (LME) reached $2,147 per tonne Thursday, up $10 per tonne Y-o-Y. Furthermore, LME aluminium stockpiles fell by 7,975 tonnes y-o-y to 534,075 tonnes yesterday. The western region...
Taural India, a turnkey aluminium solutions provider, participated in the international GIFA 2023 exhibition to showcase their impressive achievements in aluminium sand casting. The event allowed Taural India to exhibit their dedication to the "Make in India" and "Atmanirbhar Bharat" initiatives, highlighting its ability to produce globally standardized critical components locally. Founded in 2016 as a joint venture between Indian entrepreneur Bharat Gite and the renowned Thoni Alutec group, Taural India has rapidly become a prominent manufacturing name. The company's skilled and experienced team provides exceptional aluminium solutions catering to complex and intricate business requirements. At GIFA 2023, Taural India displayed their state-of-the-art aluminium sand-casting products...
The aluminium industry is making constant advancements in promoting the environmental efficiency of its production. The use of aluminium is highly encouraged for multiple end-use industries. Sustainable and environmentally conscious packaging solutions drive the demand for recycled aluminium in the packaging sector. Aluminium's high demand and wide variety of applications are evident, especially in light of recent developments and explorations in the packaging field. From construction to automobiles to other usages like smartphones, watch bodies, furniture, and dresses, the aluminium industry is constantly promoting its production's environmental efficiency. Sustainable and environmentally conscious packaging solutions drive the demand for recycled aluminium in the packaging sector....
On Wednesday, North Korea launched its Hwasong-18 intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) for the second time. The missile uses solid-fuel technology, which allows it to launch with minimal preparation. Solid propellants consist of a mixture of fuel and oxidiser, with metallic powders like aluminium serving as the fuel and ammonium perchlorate as the most common oxidiser. The fuel and oxidiser are held together by a hard rubbery material and packed into a metal casing. When the propellant burns, it generates massive amounts of energy and temperatures of over 5,000 degrees Fahrenheit, creating thrust and lifting the missile from the launch pad. Solid fuel is an old technology that dates back to Chinese firework-making centuries ago. However, it made significant progress in the mid-20th...
China’s aluminium production in June 2023 (30 calendar days) stood at 3.37 million tonnes, reflecting a drop of 2.94 per cent M-o-M from 3.472 million tonnes, found the Shanghai Metals Market survey. However, on a year-on-year calculation, the output in June 2023 edged a marginal rise of 0.14 per cent, showed SMM. The share of liquid aluminium output dropped 3.5 percentage points M-o-M to 72 per cent in June as aluminium smelters cut the share of liquid aluminium output in response to poor demand. The domestic daily average aluminium production in June stood steady M-o-M at 112,200 tonnes despite a fall in monthly production. SMM data also showed the total domestic production in the first six months of the year (H1) amounted to 20.11 million tonnes, up by 2.81 per cent year-on-year....
Hydro announced on Wednesday, July 12, that its extrusion business unit in North America achieved Aluminium Stewardship Initiative Performance Standard V2 certification. Twenty-three of Hydro's hundred sites in the US and Canada obtained the certification after being audited by the independent, third-party firm DNV. On receiving the certification, Charlie Straface, President of Hydro Extrusion North America, said: "We are pleased to reach this ASI certification milestone in North America. The speed and breadth of this effort is an excellent reflection of Hydro's dedication to sustainability and responsible business practices." To acquire ASI certification, a production site should conform to the stringent governance standards, policy, management, transparency and reporting, environment...
