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12th ALUMINIUM TWO THOUSAND World Congress and 7th ICEB set the stage for an exciting first day
A first day full of novelties is taking shape at the 12th ALUMINIUM TWO THOUSAND World Congress and the 7th ICEB (International Conference on Extrusion and Benchmark) in Bologna (Royal Hotel Carlton) September 19-23, 2023. After the introduction by Walter Dalla Barba, Interall and Aluminium Two...
Alum Tulcea shareholders greenlight sale of Global Aluminium Ltd BVI's Sierra Leone bauxite mines
On July 10, according to a report submitted to the Bucharest Stock Exchange, Alum Tulcea's shareholders approved the sale of Global Aluminium Ltd BVI, the subsidiary through which the company held ownership of the bauxite mines in Sierra Leone. However, Alum Tulcea is 99.4% owned by Romanian...
Revitalizing US primary aluminium production to meet the rising demand from the clean energy sector: BlueGreen Alliance
The BlueGreen Alliance, a non-profit organization based in Washington, has recently published a report presenting recommendations to address the downward trend in the primary aluminium industry in the United States. The report focuses on meeting the increasing demand for aluminium from the clean...
Talum secures €15 million loan to drive sustainable aluminium production
The Slovenian aluminium producer Talum has secured a loan of EUR 15 million from SID Bank, the country's national export and development bank. This loan aims to support Talum in implementing environmentally friendly measures within its production processes. Specifically, Talum aims to enhance the...
Non-ferrous scrap market in India witness mixed pricing trends
The non-ferrous metals market in India is displaying mixed pricing trends. Aluminium prices are relatively stable, maintaining a consistent range. However, specific grades of aluminium are facing a decline in prices due to decreased demand. On the other hand, copper prices have rebounded, primarily...
Delfin revolutionizes industrial aspirations with 360-degree vacuum solutions
Delfin emerged from the unwavering dedication of its founder, Antonino Siclari, towards the industrial vacuum industry. Over the years, Siclari has ceaselessly strived to provide customers with cutting-edge and practical solutions, prioritizing quality and design. Headquartered in Italy, Delfin has...
European aluminium companies raise discrepancy in EU carbon border tax
European aluminium producers have expressed concerns about a potential breach in the European Union's carbon border tax (CBAM), which could enable heavily polluting exporters like China and other Asian countries to evade regulations and inundate the bloc with inexpensive heavy metal emissions. The...
July sees drop of up to $70/tonne in secondary aluminium alloy prices in Japan
Secondary aluminium alloy manufacturers and consumers have concluded their negotiations and agreed on contract prices for July 2023. The settlement prices for this month are JPY 2,000-10,000/t ($14-70/t) lower compared to the prices in June. This marks the sixth consecutive month of declining...
Hindalco Industries to commence full-scale alumina sales in Japan
The Indian aluminium major, Hindalco Industries and the parent company of Novelis will commence full-scale alumina sales in Japan. With a dedicated Japanese corporation and warehouses at major ports, Hindalco aims to be among Japan's top three alumina suppliers. Hindalco plans to offer high-end and...
Two Thousand World Congress partnered with ICEB World Congress
Join us at the Two Thousand World Congress in collaboration with ICEB World Congress, offering a remarkable occasion to enhance your expertise and engage in business endeavours. Set in the enchanting city of Bologna, Italy, specifically at the prestigious Royal Hotel Carlton, this event will occur...
EU acknowledges aluminium's vital role, includes it in the critical raw materials list
The Critical Raw Materials Act (CRMA) of the European Union (EU) has been updated to include aluminium among the minerals and metals covered by its provisions. The Act serves as the focal point of the EU's plan to acquire the essential resources required to rival the United States and China in the...
Green Project: Driving metal marking and reading systems on a global scale
Green Project Srl, established in 1995 in Genoa by a team of experts from a prominent Italian steelmaking company, is a global frontrunner in the provision of automated marking and reading systems for the metal industry. With a vast network of over 500 installations worldwide and comprehensive...
Chinese automakers poised to dominate the domestic market, fuelling surge in aluminium demand
The increasing prevalence of electric vehicles has propelled Chinese automakers to surpass the 50 per cent mark in terms of cars sold in their domestic market this year. This surge in market share signifies their growing influence. On July 5, 2023, AlixPartners, a renowned global consulting firm,...
Epsilon Carbon to export liquid coal tar pitch in a landmark deal with South32
Epsilon Carbon, an eminent Indian manufacturer specializing in coal tar pitch derivatives, has recently entered into a partnership with South32, an international mining and metals corporation. The agreement entails importing liquid coal tar pitch from Epsilon Carbon to South32's South Africa and...
Sino-Ord Parque Industrial and OT International join forces to construct aluminium facility in Angola's Bengo province
According to an official statement from the Bengo government, Sino Ord Parque Industrial, an Angolan company, and China's O.T. International have recently entered into a signed agreement. This significant collaboration paves the way for a substantial investment of USD$200 million, which will be...
China may impose export ban on gallium and germanium products
On July 3, 2023, China announced its intention to implement export restrictions starting from August 1 on specific gallium and germanium products. These metals are commonly utilized in computer chips and various other goods, and the aim behind these measures is to safeguard national security...
AIA NZ sustainability report highlights aluminium and other waste diversions from landfill
AIA NZ, the largest life insurer in New Zealand, has recently published its sustainability report for the year 2022. The report details the significant contributions made by the company during the previous year and highlights its future commitments in the realm of sustainability. In the sustaining...
SMS Group: Leading the nextgen technologies and unmatched service in the metal industry
SMS Group is renowned worldwide as a forward-thinking provider of cutting-edge technology and exceptional plant construction and mechanical engineering service, particularly for the metals industry. Leveraging on its extensive 150-year legacy and unmatched proficiency in metallurgy, industrial...
