Scatec has begun construction of the first phase of a major solar power project that will supply renewable electricity to the Aluminium Company of Egypt (Egyptalum), advancing the Egyptian producer's efforts to reduce the carbon footprint of its aluminium operations. The first phase of the Dandara Solar Power project comprises a 569 MW solar plant supported by a 100-MWh battery energy storage system. The Norwegian renewable energy company has also signed loan agreements to finance the development, which was first announced in 2025. Under a 25-year power purchase agreement, the facility will supply clean electricity to Egyptalum. Once operational, the first phase is expected to generate approximately 1.4 TWh of renewable power annually and avoid more than 550,000 tonnes of carbon dioxide...
NTPC Green Energy Limited (NGEL) plans to expand its renewable energy capacity from around 12 gigawatts (GW) to 60 GW by 2032, marking a major step in its clean-energy expansion strategy. The target forms part of parent company NTPC Limited’s broader ambition to reach 149 GW of installed power capacity, supported by renewable energy, thermal expansion and a proposed entry into nuclear generation. The roadmap was outlined by P. Rahul, Deputy General Manager, Business Development – Green Hydrogen at NGEL, during the Bharat Renewable Energy Summit and Expo 2026. Alongside renewable capacity additions, the company is advancing green hydrogen, energy storage and green chemicals projects. To learn about the market potential of aluminium dross, explore "ALuminium Dross Processing: Generation,...
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Hulamin, a South African aluminium supplier and exporter, announced robust earnings, with a hike of 147 per cent for the first half of 2022 ended June 30. Revenue rose by 45 per cent to R7.9 billion, and operating profit surged by 144 per cent to R223 million amid the challenges posed on working capital by a record high LME aluminium price during the said period. Outgoing Hulamin CEO Richard Jacob said: “… 2022 began with solid demand, firmer prices than in recent years, and a weaker rand/dollar exchange rate. Turnover increased by 45 percent, and profits increased by 144 percent, despite the constraints experienced at Durban Port; the impact on the automotive market due to the KwaZulu-Natal floods; and the challenges posed on working capital by the record-high LME Aluminium prices...
On Thursday, September 1, China’s aluminium billet inventories descended by 500 tonnes or 0.41 per cent W-o-W to settle at 119,700 tonnes. All the other regions showed a decrease in inventory, except Foshan. Following the drop in aluminium prices, some small-scale restocking activities were noted. The stockpile of aluminium billets is not anticipated to decrease, given that downstream business orders have not significantly improved. The figure below provides further information on the current state of aluminium billet inventories in China: The inventory in Foshan grew by 3,900 tonnes or 5.46 per cent to settle at 75,200 tonnes from 71,300 tonnes recorded last week. On the other hand, the inventory in Huzhou plunged by 3,000 tonnes or 5.78 per cent, to stop at 16,000 tonnes. In Changzhou...
India's leading aluminium truss manufacturer, Rohtak-based Company Devil Truss, has introduced the country's strongest and biggest aluminium truss, namely, Giant Truss. The company has earned a reputation for providing aluminium truss solutions for band or music concerts in India for the last eight years and has a desire to achieve complex designs. Devil Truss, with this new addition, wishes to strengthen the bonds on stage and the virtual relationships it has built with customers. Devil Truss aluminium profiles are immensely desired in the Indian wedding scene, where extravagance is a must. Otherwise, these trusses are used during sports or corporate events and essential public gatherings that require semi-permanent augmented platforms. Devil Truss is keen on taking up challenges for...
On 2 nd September 2022, the Dutch aluminium producer Aldel announced facility in Farmsum will be placed in “care and maintenance” as of September 1, 2022. The company has stated that this step has been taken due to skyrocketing energy prices and a lack of government support. The Works Council meeting and other stakeholders were consulted before making this decision. Damco produces high-quality, value-added aluminium, essential for Europe's energy transition, and a highly skilled workforce. The company said, "A controlled pause makes it possible for (Aldel) to be ready to start production again when circumstances improve." The company had halted Delfzijl's primary production in October 2021, but recycled aluminium production continued. Damco can restart production after a controlled...
In a novel breakthrough, University of California scientists have developed a special aluminium alloy that produces hydrogen at room temperature by reacting with water. Aluminium is a reactive material that already separates oxygen from water molecules, leaving hydrogen behind. According to Santa Cruz Works, the novel aluminium nanoparticles combine with water to produce hydrogen at room temperature. Aluminium is a very reactive material that produces hydrogen by absorbing oxygen from water molecules. Even though aluminium has a strong affinity with air and forms a protective aluminium oxide layer when it comes into contact with water, it is frequently used in water-based devices due to its quick reaction and lack of risk. The new study uses affordable gallium and aluminium alloy to make...
Hindalco Industries Limited has continued to significantly cut its aluminium products and aluminium ingot prices for the second consecutive day, with effect from Friday, September 2. The company has reduced its aluminium wire rod price by INR 14,000 per tonne or 5.96 per cent to INR 220,850 per tonne versus a cut of INR 8,000 per tonne on August 31 to INR 234,850 per tonne. Hindalco’s aluminium billets price has also been axed by INR 14,000 per tonne on September 2 to INR 223,850 per tonne. On August 31, the price stood at INR 237,850 per tonne, seeing a downfall of INR 8,000 per tonne. The aluminium giant has also knocked its aluminium ingot price down by the same amount to INR 209,750 per tonne from INR 223,750 per tonne on August 31. Hindalco has chopped its aluminium prices in line...
As part of its joint venture and license agreement with a leading residue processor, PyroGenesis Canada Inc. has provided an update on its encouraging progress. The JV partner conducted preliminary residue testing from an operational DROSRITE facility. According to the results, the residues are of such high quality that they can be processed into highly marketable products. A high-technology company, PyroGenesis Canada Inc. develops and manufactures advanced plasma processes and sustainable solutions that reduce greenhouse gases (GHG) and are economically attractive alternatives to conventional "dirty" methods. PyroGenesis Canada Inc. is a leader in this field. P. Peter Pascali, the CEO of PyroGenesis Canada, stated, "We are delighted to announce today that for the very first time, the...
One of the largest manufacturers of aluminium in the world, Novelis Inc., stated that it will not take Russian aluminium in any prospective new contracts to supply its European facilities in the coming years. This decision might set the tone for future contract discussions throughout the sector. Russia is a major producer of aluminium, nickel, and copper, all of which have not been sanctioned by Europe or the United States. Although many in the industry, particularly in Europe, have avoided Russian metal since the Ukraine invasion, global trade continues through multi-year or annual deals already in place when the conflict began. As one of the world's major aluminium manufacturers, Novelis has placed a bid on 2023 supply to its European plants that prohibits any Russian metal from being...
The United States imports of crude and dried bauxite continued to roll down through the past three quarters, starting Q4 2021. According to the data shown by the US Census Bureau, the country’s crude and dried bauxite imports has recorded a quarterly fall of 92,000 tonnes or 12.50 per cent for 2Q2022 to 644,000 tonnes. In Q1 of the year, the imports stood at 736,000 tonnes, down by 6.12 per cent from 784,000 tonnes in the previous quarter. On a year-on-year calculation, the United States’ crude and dried bauxite imports edged 9,000 tonnes or 12.26 per cent lower than 734,000 tonnes. In the first half of 2022, the United States imports totalled 1.38 million tonnes, which reflected a fall of 3.5 per cent from 1.43 million tonnes. Jamaica continued to be the primary provider of crude and...
HMD Global inherited the trusted Finnish mobile maker Nokia in December 2016 and, since then, has been continuously trying to explore innovations with the brand’s namesake. During an eco-friendly subscription service at IFA 2022 in Berlin, HMD unveiled four new Nokia devices that have been constituted with 65 per cent recycled plastic and 100 per cent recycled aluminium. The latest Nokia X30 5G model revealed by HMD at the IFA is the most sustainable mobile phone from the company to date. The framework of the device is sturdy and has been comprised of 100 per cent recycled aluminium, while the back cover flaunts 65 per cent recycled plastic. With the world moving towards Net Zero, many acknowledged companies are taking their first pledge towards sustainability. HMD wishes to keep up with...
On September 1, 2022, Aluminium Bahrain B.S.C. (Alba) emerged as the first smelter in the region to achieve a historic milestone of 30 Million Safe Working Hours without Lost Time Injury (LTI). This is the best milestone in Safety achieved to date, and it reflects Alba’s commitments and efforts towards strong safety culture and value. According to Ali Al Baqali, Alba’s Chief Executive Officer, there is no better policy than ensuring safety of employees. The aim should be to achieve more than this milestone, hit higher benchmarks, and accomplish zero-accident work environment. Mr Baqali said: “30 Million Safe Working Hours without LTI is a legacy for future generations not just in Alba but also in the Region. Achieving such a historic Safety record alongside our best-ever financial...
LME aluminium opened at US$2,310.5 per tonne on Thursday and closed at US$2,316.5 per tonne, an increase of US$11.5 per tonne or 0.5 per cent. On Thursday, the price of aluminium fell to its lowest level in 16 months as new concerns about poor demand arose in the wake of disappointing economic data. As per the data, both LME aluminium cash bid price and LME aluminium official settlement price nosedived by US$62.5 per tonne or 2.63 per cent to settle at US$2,305.50 per tonne and US$2,306 per tonne. 3-month bid price and 3-month offer price also plunged by US$55.5 per tonne or 2.35 per cent to rest at US$2,300.50 per tonne and US$2,301.50 per tonne. December 23 bid price and December 23 offer price tumbled by US$53 per tonne or 2.20 per cent and 2.19 per cent to score at US$2,352 per tonne...
The United States’ domestic primary aluminium production in June 2022 stood at 78,000 tonnes, bringing the total output of the first half of the year to 485,000 tonnes, showed the US Census Bureau. The United States’ primary aluminium production in June reflected a decrease of 6,000 tonnes or 7.14 per cent from 84,000 tonnes. In the second quarter of 2022 (from April to June), the United States churned out 244,000 tonnes of primary aluminium – 1.24 per cent or 3,000 tonnes higher than 241,000 tonnes in Q1 2022. The daily averageproduction in June 2022 was 2,620 tonnes, down by 2.96 per cent from 2,700 tonnes in May but 9 per cent higher than in June 2021. Total aluminium recovered from scrap in June 2022 was 286,000 tonnes – 6,000 tonnes or 2.05 per cent less than 292,000 tonnes in May...
The Guinean government hosted mining operators at the Prime Minister's office at the initiative of Prime Minister Bernard Goumou, accompanied by the Minister of Mines and Geology Moussa Magassouba and senior executives from his office. This meeting aimed to re-establish trust between mining operators and the government and restore confidence in the Guinea mining sector business. As a result, the government has initiated reforms promoting SME creation and environmental protection. The West African nation Guinea has the world's largest bauxite reserves and is also the biggest exporter of bauxite. The government's main request to operators now is to declare the quantity of bauxite leaving the country and follow the method introduced since the advent of the junta in power. The Minister of...
Nanjing Chervon Auto Precision Technology Co., Ltd joined Aluminium Stewardship Initiative as its new Industrial User member. Chervon's primary business activities include developing, manufacturing, and selling essential automotive components. A product system focusing on vehicle heat exchange parts, transmission parts, engine parts, and new energy auto components has steadily developed. The business has recently achieved strides in lightweight, electric, and smart cars. The company has developed new system components of motor housings, steering system components, electronic brakes and parking components, etc., with innovative technologies like aluminium alloy welding, lost core casting, precision ring gear manufacturing technology, etc., which will provide a broader space for the...
Linke Hofmann Busch (LHB) coaches were first developed for Indian Railways by the German company, Linke-Hofmann-Busch, presently known as Alstom Transport Deutschland. These coaches have been used in the country since 2000 on the 5 ft 6 in (1,676 mm) broad gauge Indian Railways network. Now, it has been notified that seven trains conducting services in Kerala will receive modern Linke Hofmann Busch coaches from August 1. Linke Hofmann Busch coaches have steel outside but their insides are forged with aluminium to curb the extra weightage of the train body. Aluminium is quite lighter than steel and it skilfully replaces the application of steel in making the interior of the trains. Linke Hofmann Busch coaches are a perfect amalgamation of strength and a modern minimalistic approach where...
Through the first half of 2022, the North American aluminium industry (U.S. and Canada) recorded a year-to-date growth of 6.6 per cent, said the monthly Aluminium Situation report released by the Aluminum Association. This is an addition to a nearly 8 per cent year-over-year growth predicted for 2021, based on demand levels expected for the first quarter. Since 2021, the Aluminium Association member firms have announced more than $3.7 billion in domestic manufacturing activities, including the first brand-new greenfield U.S. sites. Over $4 billion in new aluminium investments have been reported by other companies in recent months. “We are seeing strong demand and truly unprecedented levels of investment in the U.S. aluminum industry today. America is one of the best places in the world to...
According to the Shanghai Metals Market, social inventories of primary aluminium across eight major Chinese consumption areas, including SHFE warrants, have gained 4,000 tonnes over the week ended Thursday, September 1, to reach 683,000 tonnes. From Monday, August 29, the inventories are up by 1,000 tonnes; and higher by 5,000 tonnes than at the beginning of August. The week-on-week increase in inventories on September 1 has primarily been contributed by Wuxi, while other provinces have either recorded downfall or remained restrained. The chart below indicates the current status of primary aluminium inventories across China in more details: In Wuxi, primary aluminium inventories have surged by 16,000 tonnes week-on-week to stand at 216,000 tonnes as of September 1, but that in Nanhai and...
