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Govt. of India: Vehicle scrappage policy coming soon, aluminium recycling credible to drop the price of automobiles
On 7 th May’20 the Minister of Road Transport and Highways, Govt. of India, Nitin Gadkari stated that the "vehicle scrappage policy" will be finalised and implemented very soon to stimulate the Indian automobile sector. Gadkari said in a video conference with the members of SIAM (Society of Indian...
Amid “COVID-19” epidemic: USA and UK initiate new trade talks to secure quick deal, odd over tariffs imposed on aluminium
The United States and the United Kingdom initiated formal negotiations on a free trade agreement on 5 th May’20, assuring to work quickly to obtain a deal that could prevent the worst economic impacts of COVID-19. The discussions will be conducted virtually and include over 300 US and UK officials...
Rio Tinto supports “Royal Flying Doctor Service” to build an aeromedical training hub in Queensland
Rio Tinto and The Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS) has entered into a new partnership that will help out the Bundaberg region of Queensland in becoming a training ground for aeromedical professionals from across Australia. Rio Tinto has assured $1.25 million to RFDS Queensland over five years,...
“COVID-19” impact: Fitch Ratings demotes Rusal to 'B+'; Outlook remains Stable
Fitch Ratings has demoted Russian-based aluminium company United company RUSAL Plc's (Rusal) Long-Term Issuer Default Rating (IDR) to 'B+' from 'BB-'. The agency has also downgraded Rusal Capital D.A.C.'s senior unsecured notes rating to 'B+' from 'BB-'. The Outlook on Long-Term IDR remains Stable....
France export market of Aluminium wire exhibits strong and steady during 2017-20
Aluminium wire in power transmission and distribution applications is still the preferred material today, aluminium conducts electricity safely. Utility companies use aluminium wire for electrical transmission in power grids as it has a cost and weight advantages over copper wires. Aluminium wire...
Australian Bauxite observes Tasmanian job augmentation through a cement grade deal
Australian Bauxite Ltd. declared that its negotiations for its next cement grade shipment were well advanced, as a bauxite miner is working towards a Tasmanian job augmentation through a cement grade shipment deal. ABx stated in its March quarterly report: "The potential for early commencement of...
Canada – United States Trade: Aluminum at the nucleus of the turbulence
On 1 st July’20, the new version of NAFTA to come into force and the Canadian aluminium industry is paying attention to following a recent decision of the US Commerce Department to execute a mechanism monitoring of aluminium exports to the United States. The movement initiated post the American...
Element 13: An American start-up aluminium billet company looks to create job opportunity in Richmond
An American start-up company that will make aluminium billets is looking to set up its shed in the Midwest Industrial Park, bringing 30 new jobs to the city of Richmond. On 4 th May’20, Richmond Common Council approved a series of tax abatement ordinances for Element 13 LLC that gets its name from...
Rio Tinto stands committed to Southland Ouvea depose
Stewart Hamilton, CEO, Tiwai Point: “Aluminium manufacturer Rio Tinto does not own a hazardous substance being stored in Southland warehouses, but the company remains committed to its removal despite not being in a position to store the product at Tiwai Point, New Zealand Aluminium Smelter” Stewart...
The Aluminium Bar Rods and Profiles importation market of Colombia is expanding as shown during 2017-20
The Republic of Colombia is a country largely situated in the north of South America, with territories in North America. The economy of Colombia is the fourth largest in Latin America as measured by gross domestic product. Colombia has experienced a historic economic boom over the last decade....
“Jamaicans should take stock of the costs and benefits of the bauxite/alumina industry”: Michael Stewart, MP
Michael Stewart, Member of Parliament for Manchester Southern says: “Jamaicans should take stock of the costs and benefits of the bauxite/alumina industry,” following more bitter complaints about its negative effects. The residents of Rose Hill on the Manchester Plateau, at the heart of Stewart's...
The “Corona” outbreak: German suppliers to Airbus might run out of business, including aluminium firms
The head of German Aerospace Industries Association (BDLI) has sent a warning that many of the country’s SME suppliers could run out of business unless Airbus maintains at least half its pre-crisis output over the next two years. Volker Thum, Managing Director of BDLI said: “Germany’s aerospace...
The Aluminium scrap export of Israel has been “Sky-Rocketing” during 2017-20
The economy of Israel is a highly advanced free-market, primarily knowledge-based economy. The prosperity of Israel's advanced economy allows the country to have a sophisticated welfare state, a modern infrastructure, and a high-technology sector competitively on par with Silicon Valley. Israel has...
Owners of Aluminium manufacturer “Aludium” to acquire Permasteelisa
Lixil Group Corporation, the Japanese owners of Permasteelisa has made public that it is selling the company to US firm Atlas holdings, the owners of Aludium. Lixil Group has been trying to offload the multinational – the UK’s largest envelope specialist by turnover – for several years, with...
Rio Tinto: Hands-out $10 million to support COVID-19 community across Canada and the United States
Rio Tinto came out with open hands to support local community efforts to fight COVID-19 and its social and economic impacts. The metals and mining giant is contributing $10 million in a multiple of grassroots projects across Canada and the United States. Rio Tinto has taken its stance from the...
American Senators knock the door of Donald Trump to address administrative failure over Chinese aluminium excess capacity
The US senators Patty Murray and Maria Cantwell and Representative Suzan Delbene and Rick Larsen have forwarded a letter to President Donald Trump, marking out the administrative failure towards competently addressing Chinese aluminium excess capacity and seek it to emphasize resolving this issue....
The uneven movement of Finland’s Aluminium ingot importation market during 2017-20
Finland is a Northern European nation bordering Sweden, Norway and Russia. Its capital, Helsinki, occupies a peninsula and surrounding islands in the Baltic Sea. The economy of Finland is a highly industrialised, mixed economy with a per capita output similar to that of other western European...
Mahindra Roxor tooled with Mattracks and Aluminium drive sprockets makes it better for rough terrains
India’s one of the leading automaker Mahindra & Mahindra, is selling its brand Roxor in the United States with a slew of aftermarket options as it can be customized to suit the requirements of the buyers, as the accessories range from new decals to wraps. The Roxor competes against mainly...
