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Britain strikes critical minerals agreement with Indonesia to ensure resource security
Bauxite19 SEPT 2024

Britain strikes critical minerals agreement with Indonesia to ensure resource security

On September 19, 2024, the UK embassy in Jakarta announced that Britain signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Indonesia to collaborate on critical minerals. Indonesia, the largest country in Southeast Asia and known for its vast mineral resources, will work with the UK to enhance policy...

Brijendra Pratap Singh selected as next Chairman-cum-MD of NALCO
Primary AL18 SEPT 2024

Brijendra Pratap Singh selected as next Chairman-cum-MD of NALCO

The Public Enterprise Selection Board (PESB), a high-powered body constituted by the Government of India, has selected Brijendra Pratap Singh as the next Chairman-cum-Managing Director (CMD) of National Aluminium Company Limited (NALCO), a Schedule 'A' Central Public Sector Undertaking (PSU)....

Clean energy push: Rio Tinto pilots biofuels with Pongamia seed oil in Australia
Sustainability18 SEPT 2024

Clean energy push: Rio Tinto pilots biofuels with Pongamia seed oil in Australia

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The global mining and metal giant Rio Tinto has announced plans to develop Pongamia seed farms in Australia as part of a new biofuels pilot project to produce renewable diesel. The project will explore the potential of Pongamia seed oil as a feedstock for renewable diesel. This promising and...

BYD takes full control of Denza EV venture, ending 13-year partnership with Mercedes-Benz
End User17 SEPT 2024

BYD takes full control of Denza EV venture, ending 13-year partnership with Mercedes-Benz

Chinese automaker BYD Co. has taken full control of its joint venture with Mercedes-Benz Group AG, marking the end of a 13-year partnership in China's electric vehicle (EV) market. BYD acquired the remaining 10 per cent of shares in the company that were previously owned by Mercedes-Benz, bringing...

Coffee cups and aluminium pods join Ontario’s EPR recycling efforts
Recycled AL17 SEPT 2024

Coffee cups and aluminium pods join Ontario’s EPR recycling efforts

Canada is intensifying efforts to combat plastic waste by expanding Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) programs to address the nation's pressing environmental concerns. A 2018 World Bank report highlighted a stark reality: Canadians generate over 4 pounds of waste per person daily, more than...

Constellium celebrates grand opening of advanced aluminium recycling hub in France
Recycled AL17 SEPT 2024

Constellium celebrates grand opening of advanced aluminium recycling hub in France

Constellium has officially inaugurated its new advanced recycling centre at its Neuf-Brisach facility in France. The €130 million investment, bolstered by the France Relance investment program, is a significant milestone for the company. It reinforces its presence in the automotive and packaging...

Canyon Resources secures 'Mining Licence' for Minim-Martap Bauxite Project in Cameroon
Bauxite17 SEPT 2024

Canyon Resources secures 'Mining Licence' for Minim-Martap Bauxite Project in Cameroon

Canyon Resources Limited has reached a major milestone by signing the Mining Licence for its Minim-Martap Bauxite Project in Cameroon. This development comes shortly after the July 2024 Mining Convention's approval, highlighting Cameroonian authorities' strong backing. Canyon Resources' Chief...

Alba eyes strategic partnership with Ma’aden’s aluminium business in new agreement
Primary AL16 SEPT 2024

Alba eyes strategic partnership with Ma’aden’s aluminium business in new agreement

Aluminium Bahrain B.S.C. (Alba) has taken a major step towards reshaping the global aluminium landscape. In its meeting on September 16, 2024, the company’s Board of Directors approved entering into a non-binding agreement with Saudi Arabian Mining Company (Maaden) to begin due diligence on a...

Europe's second-largest carmaker takes stand against EU's vehicle emissions target delay for automakers
End User16 SEPT 2024

Europe's second-largest carmaker takes stand against EU's vehicle emissions target delay for automakers

Europe's second-largest carmaker, Stellantis NV, is standing firm against potential efforts by the European Union to delay the implementation of stricter emissions regulations scheduled for next year. The company's stance signals a brewing conflict with other manufacturers who may favour postponing...

American aluminium giant Alcoa to exit Ma’aden joint venture, selling 25.1% stake to Saudi partner
Primary AL15 SEPT 2024

American aluminium giant Alcoa to exit Ma’aden joint venture, selling 25.1% stake to Saudi partner

On September 15, 2024, Alcoa Corporation announced that it had entered into a binding share purchase and subscription agreement with Saudi Arabian Mining Company (Ma’aden). Under this agreement, Alcoa will sell its entire 25.1 per cent ownership stake in their joint venture to Ma’aden for...

John Slaven steps down as Vedanta Aluminium CEO; successor yet to be named
Primary AL15 SEPT 2024

John Slaven steps down as Vedanta Aluminium CEO; successor yet to be named

John Slaven, CEO of Vedanta Aluminium, has submitted his resignation from the post, effective September 30, 2024, according to an exchange filing on September 14. Slaven, who took on the role in October 2023, is stepping down citing personal reasons. However, the company has not yet named his...

Logan Aluminum Inc. announces Steven Clarke as New President/CEO
Downstream13 SEPT 2024

Logan Aluminum Inc. announces Steven Clarke as New President/CEO

The single largest rolling mill producing aluminium sheet for beverage cans in North America, Logan Aluminum Inc., has announced significant changes in its executive team. Steven Clarke has been appointed as the new President/CEO, while Jason Goodman will take on the role of Plant Manager,...

Aluminium coffee capsules get a honeycomb packaging solution
End User12 SEPT 2024

Aluminium coffee capsules get a honeycomb packaging solution

In response to evolving coffee roaster needs, secondary-packaging machine manufacturer Cama Group unveiled its latest innovation. As more roasters transition to aluminium capsules, ensuring the integrity of these pods has become a top priority. Cama Group's new honeycomb solution addresses this...

Cost-effective solar cells: Yangzhou University in China reduces silver use with aluminium paste
Downstream12 SEPT 2024

Cost-effective solar cells: Yangzhou University in China reduces silver use with aluminium paste

China's Yangzhou University researchers have developed a solar cell using tunnel oxide passivated contact (TOPCon) technology. This innovation significantly cuts costs by replacing the traditionally expensive silver paste with a screen-printed aluminium (Al) paste. A spokesperson from the research...

Alumina price upswing complicates aluminium market dynamics, warns Trafigura
Alumina12 SEPT 2024

Alumina price upswing complicates aluminium market dynamics, warns Trafigura

The Trafigura Group, a key player in the commodity market, asserts that the surge in alumina prices significantly reshapes the outlook for aluminium prices. The price of alumina—derived from mined bauxite and used in aluminium smelting—skyrocketed by 50 per cent in 2024, reaching its highest level...

High-purity alumina and aluminium take centre stage in Sumitomo's ICT & Mobility Solutions
Alumina11 SEPT 2024

High-purity alumina and aluminium take centre stage in Sumitomo's ICT & Mobility Solutions

The Japan-headquartered chemical company Sumitomo Chemical has announced a significant reorganisation of its business structure, which will take effect on October 1, 2024. The company plans to streamline its current five business sectors into four, aiming to better address societal challenges...

Russian aluminium stocks rise to 67% in LME warehouses, Indian share declines
Primary AL11 SEPT 2024

Russian aluminium stocks rise to 67% in LME warehouses, Indian share declines

According to data from the London Metal Exchange (LME) released on September 10, 2024, the proportion of aluminium stocks of Russian origin in LME-approved warehouses increased to 67 per cent in August, up from 65 per cent in July. The share of aluminium originating from India dropped to 31 per...

AL Circle launches its 26th e-Magazine, "Aluminium Industry: Focus Asia"
Primary AL10 SEPT 2024

AL Circle launches its 26th e-Magazine, "Aluminium Industry: Focus Asia"

We are thrilled to announce the launch of the 26 th edition of AL Circle's e-Magazine, titled " Aluminium Industry: Focus Asia ." In this edition, we dive deep into one of the fastest-growing and most dynamic regions in the global aluminium sector: Asia. This issue brings together expert insights,...