Germany is on track to generate over 600,000 tonnes of solar PV waste by 2030, creating a major recovery opportunity for aluminium and silver. A new study by the Fraunhofer Centre for Silicon Photovoltaics (CSP) highlights the approximate raw-material value locked in the country’s installed solar fleet. At the same time, it identifies a key challenge of an efficient recovery of the trapped aluminium and silver. Germany had roughly 5.35 tonnes of PV modules installed by 2023, containing around 660,000 tonnes of aluminium and 3,900 tonnes of silver, with a combined value of about EUR 4.8 billion (USD 5.4 billion) at current prices. These figures have risen considerably since 2023 and would need to almost double by 2030 if Germany is to meet its solar deployment targets. However, turning...
Aughinish Alumina has stepped up its engagement with Irish government representatives and officials as the European Commission considers further measures that could affect alumina exports from its Co Limerick facility to Russia. The increased engagement comes ahead of the next round of EU measures, with some member states expected to seek restrictions on Irish alumina exports to Russia. The European Commission is aiming to implement the measures before winter. Aughinish’s exports have come under increased attention following reports of shipments from the plant to Russian smelters. The resulting aluminium is sold to a company that supplies more than 100 Russian manufacturing companies, according to various industry sources. The latest trade data underlines the scale of the shipments. A...
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Alupro formally unveiled its " Roadmap to increasing UK aerosol recycling " at this week's BAMA Innovation Day, a long-term strategic plan to spur a significant increase in national capture and recycling rates. Most metal aerosols comprise aluminium (70 per cent) and steel (30 per cent). "Launching our roadmap comes as part of The UK Aerosol Recycling Initiative's continued work to improve consumer education, identify solutions to maximise recycling rates and secure long-term investment into further improving national recycling infrastructure. Our simple goal is to see aerosols become a central part of recycling behaviour in the waste management landscape of tomorrow," said Tom Giddings, executive director at Alupro. Alupro has started a project to find and remove the barriers that...
Here we ring the last bell to the “Global Aluminium Expo 2023” as we reach the final day. Thank you for your generous participation in the first two days, but before we bid adieu to each other, let’s celebrate the last day together. One more time, let us reunite, share knowledge, and build new relations. We successfully concluded Day 1 and Day 2, with over 2,500 registered attendees. More than 100 video calls took place in two days, 350 business chats were exchanged, and over 1,000 business cards were collected. So what the event is virtual, we are committed to giving you a real-time experience. Hence, the expo is power-packed with advanced technologies, making your visit seamless and memorable. If we missed you the former days at the expo, we would look forward to seeing you today. And...
On 14 April 2023, nonferrous metals prices on the London Metal Exchange (LME) displayed a downward trend. The three-month aluminium futures contract fell 0.8 per cent to $2,367 per tonne, while zinc prices fell 0.7 per cent to $2,837 per tonne. Lead prices fell by 1.1 per cent to $2,146 per tonne. Meanwhile, nickel prices fell 1.8 per cent to $23,698 per tonne. Copper futures rose 0.4 per cent to $9,058 per tonne. AlCircle's latest industry-focused report, “Global Aluminium Industry Outlook 2023” unveils that world aluminium usage, including primary and recycled metal, increased by about 1.9 per cent in 2022 and stood at 95.3 million tonnes. The robust global aluminium market has temporarily been slowed down on account of the recent geopolitical and consequent economic crisis. The ongoing...
Indonesia's energy and mineral resources industry (ESDM) has assured that the four existing alumina refineries could engross Indonesia's bauxite production when the bauxite export restriction goes into effect in June 2023. An ESDM ministerial staff for mineral and coal management acceleration said, "We will stop bauxite exports for sure." These refineries, which are owned by PT Indonesia Chemical Alumina, PT Bintan Alumina Indonesia , PT Well Harvest Winning Alumina Refinery Line -1 , and PT Well Harvest Winning Alumina Refinery Line -2, can consume mined bauxite and produce record tonnes of alumina, which was never according to the officer. PT Indonesia Chemical Alumina refinery has the capacity to produce 300,000 tonnes of chemical-grade alumina (CGA) per year. In contrast, the PT...
Aluminium Bahrain B.S.C. (Alba), the world’s largest aluminium smelter ex-China, has reportedly achieved a new milestone in Reduction Line 6 as its production capacity increased from 540,000 tonnes per annum to 560,000 tonnes per annum, with current consumption grown from 460 kA to 478 kA. This continued growth in Line 6 capacity has further contributed to Alba’s nameplate capacity, bringing it above 1.6 million tonnes per annum. This new milestone will help Alba increase its primary aluminium supply to the downstream sector, which will ultimately boost Bahrain’s economy. Speaking on this achievement, Alba’s Chairman of the Board, Shaikh Daij bin Salman bin Daij Al Khalifa, said: “We have gone bigger with expanding Line 6 nameplate production capacity for the better. This new milestone is...
Puracy, the Austin-based brand known for producing eco-friendly and organic cleaning, personal care and baby care products, has taken a step towards sustainability by doing away with single-use plastic. Their newly launched Clean Can and Clean Can Starter Kit is composed of 100 per cent aluminium and are infinitely recyclable, unlike anything else on the market, making them one of the most convenient refill formats ever created and setting a new benchmark for the rest of the industry. Puracy's Clean Can use a joint beverage can and a simple cleaning method with a patent application. This thoughtful innovation, which contains the same all-natural plant-based composition, is part of Puracy's greater commitment to developing safe, secure, practical, and effective products for conscientious...
Three-month LME aluminium opened at US$2,436 per tonne on Wednesday and closed at US$2,450 per tonne, up US$10.5 per tonne or 0.43 per cent. On Wednesday, April 19, the LME aluminium cash bid price decreased by US$18.50 per tonne to stand at US$2,381.50 per tonne, while the LME aluminium official settlement price shrank by US$19 per tonne to amount to US$2,382 per tonne. The 3-month bid price and 3-month offer price edged US$21 per tonne lower on the same day at US$2,401 per tonne and US$2,402 per tonne, respectively, following four consecutive hikes. December 24 bid price and December 24 offer price plummeted by US$20 per tonne to settle at US$2,575 per tonne and US$2,580 per tonne. LME aluminium opening stock slipped 500 tonnes to stand at 573,575 tonnes. Live Warrants and Cancelled...
On Thursday, April 20, China’s A00 aluminium ingot price spiked up by RMB 80 per tonne to halt at RMB 19,110 per tonne, with the spot contract price expected to be traded at a premium price of RMB 10 to RMB 50 per tonne. The average price is expected to range between RMB 19,090 per tonne and RMB 19,130 per tonne. The price in Gongyi has hiked by RMB 90 per tonne to peg at RMB 18,990 per tonne. In Wuxi and Linyi, the A00 aluminium ingot prices have increased by RMB 80 to settle at RMB 19,110 per tonne. Chongqing also experienced the same price cut to reside at RMB 19,160 per tonne. As per the SMM data, the prices in Foshan and Hangzhou have ascended by RMB 70 per tonne to score at RMB 19,200 per tonne and RMB 19,120 per tonne. On the same day, the A00 aluminium ingot prices in Shenyang and...
The Global Aerosol Packaging business of BALL Corporation has obtained accreditation from the Aluminium Stewardship Initiative ( ASI ) for Performance and Chain of Custody Standards. The certification is applied to all nine of Ball's production facilities and aerosol containers and slugs globally. As a result, Ball is the first manufacturer of extruded aluminium to be able to provide its client's ASI-certified aluminium aerosol cans, slugs and bottles. The move aligns with Ball's 2030 environmental targets, which include switching to 100 per cent renewable power by 2030 and attaining net zero carbon emissions by 2050. This also entails ensuring that all the aluminium you buy comes from verified sustainable sources. "Achieving ASI certification demonstrates our commitment to sustainability...
XSeeker 8000, a bench-top X-ray computer topography (CT) system from Shimadzu, is suitable for aluminium die cast and other metal components. The XSeeker 8000 Shimadzu Scientific Instruments is the smallest and lightest device in its X-ray output class. The XSeeker 8000 can hold samples with a diameter of up to 30 cm and a height of 32 cm despite its small frame. A 160 kV high-output X-ray source on the XSeeker 8000 allows for examinations of thick, difficult-to-penetrate plastic parts, aluminium die-cast, and other metal parts. The newly created XSeeker control software provides user-friendly operation and great throughput. Users can start making observations by following three steps. There are four preset scan conditions for the XSeeker 8000. These four choices combine the parameters...
Welcome to Day 2 of AlCircle's "Global Aluminium Expo 2023". After a successful start on April 18, the second day of the event is assured to be more impactful and memorable, with eminent speakers sharing their thoughts and opinions. Today, you will hear from Sayan Dey, Sr. Officer - Business Strategy of Bhoruka Fabcons Pvt Ltd; Francois Racine, CEO of AluQuébec; Eloise Harvey, CEO of EPIQ Machinery; and Brad Allen, Profile Market Product Manager of iNOEX LLC. They will talk about the industry's trending topics, highlighting developments and impacts anticipated for 2023. Sayan Dey will speak on aluminium applications in EV & Railways, Francois Racine will elaborate on the state of the aluminium industry in Quebec, Eloise Harvey will throw light on the Art of co-operation: a key towards...
Vedanta Aluminium has reportedly deployed Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) devices in fabric filters at its 2400 MW Thermal Power Plant to check carbon emissions. Fabric filters are special bag filters placed after electrostatic precipitators in chimneys. They collect particulate matter from the hot gas emitting from the power plant boiler system so it does not release into the atmosphere. The differential pressure between the bags plays a pivotal role in increasing the efficiency of the filters. Fabric filters are the third line of defense for carbon emissions, which significantly improves the air quality. Vedanta has installed IIoT devices for precisely monitoring differential pressure and taking immediate action, said the company in a statement on Monday, April 17. Vedanta is the...
French designer Mathieu Lehanneur has created new eco-conscious urban street furniture that appears well at home on the city streets. The pieces are designed to imitate trees springing from Paris' urban underbelly. The light fixture comprises two aluminium domes that focus light onto a particular section of pavement to minimise energy loss and pollution. Solar panels on an extra upward-facing dome provide the LED lights with a three-hour burst of power. The Clover series is made of wood sculptures with an extensible seat and solar-powered lights. Lehanneur approaches urban residents' needs from a humanistic perspective, giving them a vacation from the stressful city life to recharge. The solar-powered Parisian lighting comes with a tiny hatch with a power outlet for phone charging...
Jiangsu Alcha, the China-based aluminium product manufacturer, plans to open a new aluminium foil facility in Changshu for electric vehicle batteries (EV). The facility will produce aluminium foils which will be utilised in EV batteries. The facility is expected to produce 30,000 tonnes of aluminium foil yearly, enabling the business to satisfy the rising demand for the batteries used in electric vehicles. Jiangsu Alcha plans to spend around RMB 350 million ($55 million) on the new Changshu-based facility. Jiangsu Alcha Aluminium Group is known for manufacturing hydrophilic coated aluminium foils, pure aluminium foils, aluminium alloy foils, aluminium scrip coils, and other goods. The company was formally listed on the Shenzhen Stock Exchange on August 21, 2007, under the ticker symbol...
On Wednesday, April 18, Aluminium Stewardship Initiative reportedly welcomed ASHKHAR METALS FZE as a new Production and Transformation member. Based in the United Arab Emirates, the company produces secondary aluminium alloy for the Middle East, Asian, and North American market. ASHKHAR METALS obtains scrap for alloys production from the Middle East and North American market. Currently, the firm is working with die-casters and primary aluminium smelters to help them achieve net-zero goals by using 100 per cent scrap feedstock in aluminium alloys. The intention is to help the downstream and primary aluminium sector with net-zero targets by supplying aluminium feedstock with 100 per cent recycled aluminium content. ASHKHAR METALS aspires to attend the environmental, social and governance...
According to the Shanghai Metals Market (SMM), China's domestic A00 aluminium ingot price has skyrocketed by RMB 170 per tonne to exceed RMB 19,000 per tonne after over two months. From RMB 18,860 per tonne on April 18 , the price leapt to RMB 19,030 per tonne on April 19, close to the price on February 8 when the Chinese domestic primary aluminium ingot price stood at RMB 19,060 per tonne. That was the last time when the ingot price stood at the level of RMB 19,000 per tonne. Today, the average prices are estimated to range between RMB 19,010 per tonne and RMB 19,050 per tonne, with spot contract to be traded at a premium price of RMB 10-50 per tonne, up by RMB 20 per tonne from the previous day. In Chongqing, Tianjin, and Linyi, A00 aluminium ingot price has also climbed RMB 170 per...
LME aluminium opened at US$2,377 per tonne on Tuesday and closed at US$2,439.5 per tonne, up US$26.5 per tonne or 2.82 per cent. On Tuesday, April 18, both LME aluminium cash bid price and LME aluminium official settlement price hiked by US$36.5 per tonne or 1.54 per cent to settle at US$2,400 per tonne and US$2,401 per tonne. 3-month bid price and 3-month offer price closed at US$2,422 per tonne and US$2,423 per tonne after recording a surge of US$52 per tonne or 1.96 per cent. December 24 bid price and December 24 offer price shot up by US$50 per tonne or 1.96 per cent to reside at US$2,595 per tonne and US$2,600 per tonne. LME aluminium opening stock settled at 573075 tonnes. Live warrants and Cancelled warrants closed at 500200 tonnes and 72875 tonnes. LME aluminium 3-month Asian...
The continued success of our flagship e-Magazine, "Aluminium LeaderSpeak", has inspired us to publish the fifth edition of it, which in all the e-magazines is the fifteenth edition. " Aluminium LeaderSpeak 2023 " is a well-known platform to enable industry leaders to express thoughts and anticipations on how the year will shape the metal's value chain and their companies. On a bigger note, the industry leaders have spoken about their plans, investments, and forecasts for aluminium in 2023. The geopolitical crisis, sanctions, and the escalation of the energy price in Europe resulted in a reduction in production and also to the extent of closure. However, even after the mentioned facts and the production cap in China, the sector demonstrated growth in 2022. The resumption of the Chinese...
