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Aluminium industry seeks innovative technologies to reduce emissions
Aluminium is crucial in numerous technologies essential for facilitating the energy transition. However, it also contributes significantly to CO 2 emissions, accounting for approximately 3 per cent of the world's direct industrial CO 2 emissions, which amounted to 9.4 Gt in 2021, as reported by the...
Downstream products weekly recap: Cymat's innovative aluminium component for EVs begins the production journey
The downstream aluminium segment is undoubtedly one of the most vital in the industry. The downstream aluminium segment serves as the backbone of the aluminium industry. Its ability to transform raw aluminium into value-added products tailored to various sectors' needs and its contribution to...
Landmark trade deal: US agrees to provide broader market exposure for India's aluminium and steel products
On June 23, the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, Govt. of India, stated that the United States has agreed to grant wider market penetration to Indian-origin aluminium and steel products. According to the trade deal, the US Department of Commerce would approve 80 per cent of aluminium and 70 per...
Alcoa expedites clean energy transition at Brazil bauxite mine
At its Juruti bauxite mine in Pará state, the Brazilian unit of US-headquartered multinational aluminium company Alcoa is quickening the switch to clean energy. The US aluminium giant hopes to begin a project to switch from fossil fuel-fired generating to grid-connected power supply shortly. The...
2022 per capita aluminium consumption: Ranking the world's top 10 countries
Aluminium, known for its versatility and widespread applications, is a crucial metal in various industries, from construction and transportation to packaging and aerospace. Understanding the demand for aluminium consumption across different countries provides valuable insights into their industrial...
Nawailevu bauxite mining site in Fiji sails on a sustainable path
The inhabitants of Fiji's Nawailevu village in Bua have started a project to assist in rehabilitating the land utilised for bauxite mining over the last decade. This is accomplished by establishing a sustainable landscape plot planted with fruits, vegetables, root crops, and trees. Vilikesa...
India's imported aluminium scrap prices remain volatile w-o-w
Aluminium scrap prices imported into India remained volatile for another week, with specific grades increasing by up to $60/tonne compared to the previous week. In contrast, other grades declined by up to $30/tonne. Due to the divergent opinions among traders, the market displayed mixed emotions....
Sustainability shines with Alcore's pilot plant design completion
Alcore Limited, an 83%-owned subsidiary of ABx Group, has finished the primary engineering design phase for its quickly developing pilot facility and ordered a sizable laboratory reactor. Alcore is developing a pilot plant in NSW to recover fluorine from an ‘excess bath’ (an aluminium smelter waste...
Shanghai gears up for the highly anticipated 'Aluminium China 2023' exhibition, promising an unforgettable experience!
Aluminium China brings together high-quality resources from the aluminium industry and various end-use applications, domestically and internationally. It is one of the leading international exhibitions for the aluminium industry and is set to showcase the latest advancements, technologies, and...
China contemplating WTO case against Indonesia resulting in bauxite ban: Joko Widodo
Indonesian President Joko Widodo has stated that the government is prepared to respond should any countries seek legal action against the ban on bauxite exports implemented earlier this month. Joko Widodo announced on December 20, 2022, that the nation would ban bauxite exports , the primary ore...
Winning International Group secures third ship deal in 2023
Chinese cape specialist Winning International Group, headquartered in Singapore, has secured a third ship deal in 2023. The Winning International Group is a multifaceted conglomerate with operations in mining development, ship management, shipping operations, maritime transhipment, and railway...
Revolutionary race: Automakers shift gears to embrace Tesla's aluminium die-casting technology Gigacasting
The Japanese multinational automotive manufacturer Toyota Motor said it would adopt a technology spearheaded by Tesla known as “Gigacasting” to enhance performance and curtail the cost of future electric vehicles (EVs). Toyota is hardly the only company following Tesla's lead. General Motors,...
China's May aluminium imports show a modest 1.8% Y-o-Y increase
The largest producer and consumer of aluminium, China’s customs data on June 18, 2023, revealed that aluminium imports in May inclined 1.8 per cent from the previous year. However, despite this, arrivals decreased from the last month due to sluggish industrial demand. According to the General...
Guinea emerges as China's major bauxite source amid Indonesia's export halt, anticipates 30% surge in 2023
Guinea is indeed one of the world's largest producers and exporters of bauxite, which is the primary source of aluminium. Historically, Indonesia was a significant bauxite supplier, but it implemented an export ban on unprocessed bauxite to encourage the development of its domestic aluminium...
Price volatility persists for imported aluminium scrap in India
For the second week in a row, imported aluminium scrap prices in India have fluctuated slightly. This week, specific grades saw a minor increase of up to $20/tonne. On the other hand, other grades saw drops of up to $50/tonne compared to the previous week. The volatile market conditions have made...
Yunnan to improve power supply to aluminium smelters in the province: Chinese experts
On June 13, 2023, an international media house reported that Chinese experts attached to the situation of the aluminium industry in China's southwestern Yunnan province revealed energy supply to aluminium smelters would be increased later this month, enabling a portion of the capacity in the...
Recycling company LICO and Karo Sambhav collaborate for circular economy drive
The recycling company focusing on developing sustainable circular economy solutions in the lithium-ion battery supply chain to recover critical minerals, Lico Materials and Karo Sambhav, an industry leader in designing and implementing transformative Circular and EPR solutions, have signed an MoU...
GIFA, METEC, THERMPROCESS, and NEWCAST 2023 begin in Düsseldorf, setting the stage for innovation and collaboration
The prestigious quartet of international trade fairs—GIFA, METEC, THERMPROCESS, and NEWCAST—has commenced in Düsseldorf, Germany, marking the beginning of an exceptional showcase of advancements and expertise in the foundry, metallurgy, thermal processing, and casting industries. As industry...
