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India’s iconic aluminium producer ‘BALCO’ reducing carbon footprint through next-generation technology
The iconic aluminium producer of India, Bharat Aluminium Company (BALCO) is a strong promoter of leveraging next-generation technology to model its manufacturing process sustainable and reducing carbon footprint. BALCO has reduced its power consumption in its ‘potline 1’ at its aluminium smelter in...
Austria’s export of aluminium powder and flakes during 2018-20 unveils instability; Forecast for 2021 remains dull
The global banking and financial services group, ING quoted 'Austria’s growth rate is a sweet surprise', as the country’s Q1 GDP growth cropped in stronger than expected at 0.2%. This is attributed to the industrial and construction sectors, which are compensating for ongoing declines in services....
La France Insoumise Chief and Presidential candidate for 2022 election Jean-Luc Mélenchon visits distressed MBF Aluminium Foundry
On 10th June 2021, the Chief of La France Insoumise and Presidential candidate for the 2022 French election visited the distressed MBF Aluminium Foundry in Saint-Claude, Jura, where 280 jobs are at stake towards the liquidation of the organisation. The leader of the political party toured the...
Rising price of aluminium and other commodities steering renewable energy projects costlier: Industry experts, India
The striking rise in prices of the commodities such as aluminium and copper among others, which are heavily used in the renewable energy industry as raw materials are steering the projects to get costlier, as said by the Industry experts in India. The aluminium has surged 22%, while the copper...
Salzburg Aluminium expands in Canada and US, opens new sales office
The Salzburger Aluminium Group (SAG), the Europe based market leader with its subsidiaries is an internationally successful manufacturer of high-quality aluminium components for the automotive, commercial vehicle and railway sector is expanding. The company is opening a sales office in Charlotte,...
Indonesia’s import of aluminium tubes or pipes fitting during 2019-20 displays dip; 10% upswing estimated in 2021
Indonesia is classified as a newly industrialized country, as the economy remains the largest in Southeast Asia. As per the report released on 28th April 2021 by Asian Development Bank (ADB), Indonesia’s growth rate is expected to reach 4.5% in 2021 and 5.0% in 2022 amid improving global conditions...
Transatlantic metals, other trade dispute needs to end: European Union
On 9th June 2021, the European Union voiced days ahead Joe Biden’s visit to Brussels that it is time for the United States to compose definitive commitments concerning to conclude transatlantic trade tensions. The EU and the US are set to commit at a summit in Brussels next week to end their...
UK: TVS Group acquires maker of aluminium bodies for rigid and tipping trailers ‘Wilcox Commercial Vehicles’
The Total Vehicle Solutions (TVS) Group, a creation of Elaghmore Partners LLP, the UK-focused private equity firm has acquired the maker of aluminium bodies for rigid and tipping trailers Wilcox Commercial Vehicles. The acquired business is operated from a 43000 sq ft factory in Market Deeping and...
Canyon Resources submit Environmental and Social Impact Assessment for the Minim Martap Bauxite Project
Canyon Resources Limited moves ahead with another milestone development for their Minim Martap Bauxite Project in Cameroon by submitting the ‘Environmental and Social Impact Assessment’ (ESIA) on 1st June 2021 to the Ministry of Mines, Industry and Technological Development (MINMIDT). An...
Brazil’s import of aluminium stranded wire during 2019-20 exhibits downswing; Forecast for 2021 stands with 14% growth
Brazil was severely hit by the Covid-19 pandemic and despite a high number of infections and fatalities, the economy recovered strongly at the end of 2020. GDP growth is expected to reach 3.7% in 2021 and 2.5% in 2022, driven by a progressive increase in household consumption and investment. The...
IIT Delhi dept. of Management Studies bags first edition of ‘Ball Beverage Packaging India’s Sustainable Circular Challenge’
On 8th June 2021, the world's leading provider of innovative, sustainable aluminium packaging for beverage, personal care and household products, Ball Beverage Packaging announced the winner of the first edition of its Sustainable Circular Challenge. In association with Green Dream Foundation, Ball...
Hind Aluminium Industries reappoints Shailesh Daga as Managing Director
On 8th June 2021, the manufacturer of aluminium and alloy conductors and aluminium wire rods, Hind Aluminium Industries, has made public the reappointment of Shailesh Daga as the Managing Director of the company. Hind aluminium caters for a wide range of power transmission and distribution...
Audi adopts green aluminium wheels for new e-tron GT electric sedan
The leading manufacturer in the international market for light alloy wheels for passenger cars and commercial vehicles, Ronal Group is supplying wheels for Audi’s new e-tron GT electric sports sedan, which are manufactured using Alcoa’s disruptive technology for the aluminium smelting, Elysis...
Germany’s bauxite importation reflects a gradual rise during 2018-20
The Covid-19 third wave has slow down the economic recovery of Germany at the beginning of 2021. The economy shrank 1.7% in the first quarter compared to the previous three months, according to official data. On the other way, the bauxite importation of the country has revealed better growth from...
Alba holds Q2 2021 board meeting virtually
The world’s largest aluminium smelter ex-China, Aluminium Bahrain B.S.C (Alba), pursues to perform its operations at a full course as the Company countered the COVID-19 crisis with its resilience and strength, stated the Chairman of Alba’s Board of Directors, Shaikh Daij Bin Salman Bin Daij Al...
Indian scientists develop environment-friendly process amplifies exhaust life of aluminium alloy utilized in aerospace parts
The scientists of India have developed an environment-friendly procedure that can deliver excellent corrosion resistance to high-strength aluminium alloys exhaustively used in aerospace, textile, and automotive applications. The process, labelled micro-arc oxidation (MAO), implies an...
Bericap enters aluminium closures market, acquires Mala Verschluss-Systeme
The global manufacturer and seller of plastic closures for food, beverage and industrial markets, Bericap acquires German aluminium closures producer Mala Verschluss-Systeme. The deal amount is yet to be disclosed. The deal propelled Mala to join Bericap’s plastic range and represents its expansion...
FYI Resources recognize ESG framework for high-purity alumina refining
The Australian listed resources company that is focused on developing an innovative and vertically integrated high quality, high-purity alumina for use in various high growth tech applications, FYI Resources Ltd. recognises the significance of the ESG platform. The emerging high-purity alumina...
