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Rolled aluminium production rise in the US could eliminate imports
According to analysts, US importable beverage can sheet will almost disappear due to the additional production of three major US aluminium rolling mills by the end of 2026. Even though demand for this packaging is expected to grow by then, the three mills will virtually eliminate importable...
Colombia's export of aluminium scrap during 2019-20 signifies enterprising growth; 25% further rise estimated for 2022
Circular economy guidelines dictate that all products should be made in such a way so they can be later demolished and remodelled into end products once the original product has become unusable. Aluminium scrap is one of those foundation materials that can be remodified into a wide variety of new...
Aluminium ladders support the canopy walkway at Kakum National Park, Ghana
One of Ghana's most visited natural attractions is the Kakum National Park, located in the Central Region. Approximately 33 kilometres from Cape Coast, the capital of the region. This national park covers an area of 145 square miles (375 square kilometres). It was named after the Kakum River, which...
New reports reveal Lochaber aluminium lost £4 million in 2020-21 despite claiming the smelter was profitable
According to news reports, the GFG Alliance-owned Lochaber aluminium smelter, also subject to a £586 million Scottish Government guarantee, counted a loss of more than £4 million in FY20-21. As part of the Government's agreement with GFG Alliance, the company has been required to meet specific...
Hulamin CEO Richard Jacob to step down from his position and plans to retire
The South African company-based company specializing in rolled aluminium products, Hulamin, announced that its Chief Executive Officer, Richard Jacob, will retire at the end of September 2022. His career at the Pietermaritzburg-based company spans 32 years, and he has served as CEO for 12 of those...
AUDI and AMAG's collaboration succeed in developing aluminium wheels with substantial recycled content
Almost every car today comes with light alloy wheels made of aluminium, which, with a weight of over 40 kilograms, account for a significant proportion of aluminium used in vehicles, with a newly developed aluminium recycling casting alloy called AlSi7. For the first time, REC can meet a car...
Jamaica govt. steadfast to sustainable bauxite mining prioritizing environmental safety: Minister Audley Shaw
The Jamaican Minister of Mining and Transport, Audley Shaw, stated that the Caribbean Island government is resolutely guaranteeing sustainable bauxite mining in the country to protect the environment. The Minister said, "I want to assure the country that even as we continue to mine for bauxite, we...
Profit-making OMC suffers $7.7 million loss for an incorrect estimate of bauxite floor price
Odisha Mining Corporation (OMC), a gold category Public Sector Undertaking established in India, has reported incurring a loss of INR 61 crore ($7.77 million) due to inaccurate costing of bauxite from the Odisha’s Kodingamali block in Koraput and Rayagada districts. The profit-making OMC’s issue...
Dutch beer brand held up by solid demand, forecasts dip in 2023 profits factoring aluminium price
On 1st August 2022, the world's most premium beer producer Heineken reported H1 2022 earnings, which exceeded more than anticipated, as beer consumers of this famous brand procured more regardless of inflation impacting daily life. However, the most recognizable beer brand in the world forecast...
Imports of aluminium powder and flakes by France during 2019-21 range from a marginal decline to a sharp increase; 10% dip estimated for 2022
The use of aluminium powder is widespread in explosives and fireworks production. Its utilization in manufacturing certain electronics is extensive—powdered aluminium is absorbed in many paints and sealants as primarily responsible for colour and hiding power. Manufacturing, pharmaceuticals and...
Aluminium is not the only use for which China exports alumina
In the wake of the geopolitical crisis between Russia and Ukraine, China has exported more microchips to Russia and other electronic components and raw materials, some with military applications, entangling efforts by the US and Western allies to isolate Russia's economy and paralyse its military....
Bosnia Herzegovina’s aluminium scrap export during 2019-21 manifests enterprising growth; 49% upswing predicted for 2022
Aluminium is one of the most profitable metals to scrap and it is the most vital input material to the recycling process. Aluminium scrap is generally labelled as ‘new scrap’ from production processes and ‘old scrap’ from post-consumer use. New scrap arises during the manufacturing of aluminium...
Top Newsmakers for July 2022: Nestlé launched 'Starbucks at Home' coffee capsules made from 80% recycled aluminium; German aluminium industry prepared for the gas crisis, drew up contingency plans
The global aluminium value chain has witnessed some of the best events in the month of July 2022. The aluminium industry's downstream, end-user and recycling segment has produced the top stories in the month. Nestle, the world's largest food and beverage company, has shown that they follow the path...
Aluminium Formwork: A game-changing technology for residential construction
On 29th July 2022, Larsen & Toubro, the Indian multinational conglomerate company with business interests in engineering and construction, stated that it had developed a 12-storey residential tower with 96 apartments in just 96 days by applying its precast extensive concrete panel technique for...
Talgo partners with Bharat Forge to make lightweight aluminium high-speed trains
Talgo has partnered with Bharat Forge's subsidiary BF Infrastructure to build high-speed trains in India. With over 75 years of experience in train design, manufacturing, and maintenance, Talgo is a wholly owned subsidiary of Spain-based world-leading high-speed train manufacturer i.e. Patentes...
Slovak aluminium producer crippled by high energy prices, plans for a mass layoff
The Central European nation, Slovakia's sole aluminium producer, Slovalco, which Hydro majorly owns, will be laying-off its maximum number of employees due to higher fuel and emissions constraints and lower aluminium prices. As a result, the company's stakeholders are considering shutting down its...
Colep Packaging acquires a 40% stake in aerosol manufacturing firm ALM
The leading player in the European aerosol market and the Iberian leader in general Packaging, Colep Packaging have acquired a 40% stake in the more than three decades old Spanish aluminium aerosol provider ALM. As a result of this move, Colep will be able to expand its packaging portfolio and...
BMW calls for 'Secondary First' to achieve climate neutrality
The German multinational manufacturer of Luxury vehicles, BMW Group, pursues to cling to its zealous sustainability goals and will restrict its carbon emissions by 40 per cent per vehicle by 2030 crosswise the complete value chain equating to 2019. Thomas Becker, the Head of Sustainability and...
