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Stage 1 of Alpha HPA’s ground-breaking aluminium nitrate production facility is nearing completion
The first stage of Alpha HPA's 5N-purity aluminium nitrate precursor manufacturing plant is nearing completion in Queensland. The total production of aluminium nitrate in Stage 1 has achieved an estimated quantity of 258 tonnes, with a specified purity level of 5N (99.999%). Currently, an estimated quantity of 25 metric tonnes of aluminium nitrate has been sent for test samples and transformed into high-purity alumina (HPAs) and alumina tri-hydrates for both sales and test work orders. A small-scale commercial high-purity alumina (HPA) circuit will be installed, and the facility's capabilities will expand to span the whole product range thanks to $15.5 million funding given by the state government's essential minerals development programme. Once the first step of the circuit is entirely...
China’s A00 aluminium ingot price grows by RMB70/t; Aluminium powder price moves up to RMB21.4/kg
On Monday, November 27, China’s A00 aluminium ingot price has grown by RMB 70 per tonne to clock at RMB 18,890 per tonne. The average prices are expected to stand between RMB 18,870 per tonne and RMB 18,910 per tonne, with the spot contract price expected to be traded at a discount price of RMB 40 per tonne to a premium price of 0 per tonne. As per the Shanghai Metals Market (SMM) data, the prices in Foshan, Wuxi and Hangzhou have gained RMB 80 per tonne to halt at RMB 18,990 per tonne and RMB 18,890 per tonne. On the same day, the prices in Gongyi and Chongqing have ascended by RMB 70 per tonne to settle at RMB 18,910 per tonne. The prices in Shenyang and Linyi have hiked by RMB 20 per tonne to peg at RMB 18,910 per tonne and RMB 18,940 per tonne. Except in Tianjin, the A00 aluminium...
Recycling aluminium weekly: Insights from APCO's Australasian Recycling Label Consumer Report 2023
The Australasian Recycling Label (ARL) Consumer Insights Report 2023 by the Australian Packaging Covenant Organisation (APCO) sheds light on current recycling practices in Australia and New Zealand in the ever-changing sustainability environment. On November 19, a fire broke out on the top of Jupiter Aluminium, but it is now under control. The incident was discovered when flames were spotted coming from a pipe, and Beech Bottom incident Chief Greg Sheperd was immediately informed. Subaru of America, Inc. and the Philadelphia Union have accomplished an extraordinary achievement by converting Subaru Park in Chester, PA, into a "zero landfill status" stadium. To commemorate this remarkable achievement, they teamed with TerraCycle, a famous recycling firm in Trenton, NJ, to construct a...
Primary aluminium weekly: Surging demand and domestic supply concerns propel China's October aluminium imports
China's aluminium imports increased for the fifth straight month in October, according to customs statistics published on November 18, 2023. The increase is attributable to increased purchasing appetite, driven by strong demand and forecasts of lower supply in the local market. Chinalco Materials Application Research Institute Co., Ltd., Yunnan Yuntong Zinc Industry Co., Ltd., and Shenyang Boyu Technology Co., Ltd., all affiliated with Chinalco Group Co., Ltd., were among the fifth batch of state-level specialised and innovative "Little Giant" enterprises announced by the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology. The 2023 Kunming Headquarters Enterprise Recognition Results have been issued by the Kunming Headquarters (Building) Economic Leadership Group Office. Yunnan Aluminium...
Kier Construction to use Kanweer capped aluminium curtain walling system for its radiotherapy facility
Cardiff-based aluminium fabricator, Dudley's Aluminium, will collaborate with Kier Construction Ltd on the Abergavenny's Nevill Hall Hospital facility. The primary objective of the facility is to provide radiation treatments in proximity to the residences of Gwent inhabitants and those residing in the northern and eastern regions of the catchment area associated with the Velindre Cancer facility. Colin Shorney, managing director of Dudley's Aluminium, said, "We are delighted to be supporting Kier Construction Limited on what will be an instrumental improvement to the local area. Providing local and accessible radiotherapy services is of great importance and this vital project will make a difference for cancer patients in the region." The facilities will include a radiation satellite...
Chongqing Guochuang Institute carried out the trial run of its first aluminium ingot casting project
Chongqing Guochuang Light Alloy Research Institute carried out the first trial run of its aluminium ingot casting project. The multifunctional melting and casting platform is outfitted with 16t melting and casting units, including a tilting side well-melting furnace, a hydraulic tilting static and dynamic furnace, a hydraulic casting machine, a three-rotor degasser, and a two-stage plate filter. The trial run was attended by Huang UBS, deputy general manager of Chinalco Material Institute and chief engineer of Chinalco Group, Li Hutian, chief engineer of Chinalco Group, Yang Rongdong, director of the Institute of Melting and Green Casting, Fan Lin and Liu Li, pilot base heads, melting and casting technology masters from Southwest Aluminium Technology Centre and Melting and Casting Plant,...
Alupro Impact Report highlights importance of recycling aluminium packaging
Alupro, the Aluminium Packaging Recycling Organisation, has released a new study illustrating the nationwide effect of its pioneering teaching programmes. The Alupro Impact Report investigates the consequences of its most recent initiatives and monitors progress towards its objective of reaching a 100 per cent recycling rate for aluminium packaging in 2022. “We’re delighted to have launched our first impact report to provide further insight into the work we deliver. As a member organisation, it’s important to demonstrate how we’re working to achieve our goals and the progress we’re making,” said Tom Giddings, executive director at Alupro. The paper provides a critical analysis of how the accomplishments of Alupro members make significant contributions to addressing two prominent...
LME aluminium benchmark price falls to US$2,183/t; SHFE price moves up by US$6/t
LME aluminium opened at US$2223 per tonne in the previous trading day, with its low and high at US$2215 per tonne and US$2233 per tonne, respectively, before closing at US$2222 per tonne, up US$0.5 per tonne or 0.02 per cent. On Thursday, November 23, both LME aluminium cash bid price and LME aluminium official settlement price dropped by US$12 per tonne or 0.54 per cent and US$11.5 per tonne or 0.52 per cent to close at US$2,182 per tonne and US$2,183 per tonne. As per the London Metals Market (LME) data, both 3-month bid price and 3-month offer price dipped by US$16.5 per tonne or 0.73 per cent to clock at US$2,220 per tonne and US$2,221 per tonne. December 24 bid price and December 24 offer price fell by US$8 per tonne or 0.34 per cent to halt at US$2,342 per tonne and US$2,347 per...
Unlocking the secrets of sustainable bauxite mining: A comprehensive analysis
As the backbone of industries worldwide, aluminium is pivotal in modern technology, from laptops to spaceships. However, the key ingredient, bauxite, necessitates sustainable mining practices to mitigate adverse environmental and social impacts. Let's delve into the intricate world of bauxite mining, exploring its current landscape, challenges, and the promising realm of sustainability. Global production: According to AL Circle research team, there will be a 2.6 per cent increase in global bauxite production in 2023, with Australia and Guinea leading the charge. However, shifts in China's output and the decline in Malaysia's mining underscore the industry's evolving geography. India's growth highlights the sector's expanding footprint. If you want to know more about the top producers of...
Guangdong Betterlid Packaging Material joins ASI as the new Industrial Users member
Established in 2012, Guangdong Betterlid Packaging Material Co., Ltd has joined the Aluminium Stewardship Initiative (ASI) as a new Industrial Users member. It is a prominent and competent producer of aluminium packaging materials and an integrated solutions provider. The company has been primarily engaged in manufacturing, processing, research, and developing aluminium packaging materials. These materials have extensive applications in various goods, such as easy-open ends, aluminium tabs, screw caps, Maxi-P caps, aluminium bowls, containers, easy peel-off ends, and aluminium foil products. “We recognise that as an aluminium packaging material manufacturer and a link in the aluminium value chain, only by adopting a responsible management concept, protecting the environment and...
Key investments and projects in global bauxite industry pave the path for potential production growth
The global bauxite mining industry is expanding due to many causes, including the increasing demand for aluminium products. Aluminium is a highly adaptable and low-density substance used in diverse sectors such as automotive, aircraft, construction, packaging, and consumer products. As the sectors mentioned above see ongoing expansion, there is a foreseeable rise in the demand for aluminium and its primary raw material, bauxite. As per AL Circle's "Global Aluminium Industry Outlook 2023" , the global bauxite supply is set to tread a growth path in 2023 with an estimated production of around 393 million tonnes. This is a 2.6 per cent increase over 2022, and this will be driven mainly by the two largest producers of bauxite in the world, viz. Australia and Guinea. Capacity ramp-ups and...
China’s A00 aluminium ingot price falls by RMB70/t to RMB18,810/t; Low carbon aluminium price loses RMB98/t
On Thursday, November 23, China’s A00 aluminium ingot has dropped by RMB 70 per tonne to clock at RMB 18,810 per tonne, with the average prices standing between RMB 18,790 per tonne and RMB 18,830 per tonne. The spot contract price may be traded at a discount price of RMB 30 to a premium price of RMB 10 per tonne. As per the Shanghai Metals Market (SMM) data, the price in Foshan has fallen by RMB 90 per tonne to reach RMB 18,900 per tonne. The prices in Wuxi and Hangzhou have also slumped by RMB 70 per tonne to clock at RMB 18,810 per tonne. On the same day, the domestic aluminium ingot price in Tianjin also witnessed the same fall of RMB 70 per tonne to peg at RMB 18,840 per tonne. The A00 aluminium ingot prices in Shenyang and Chongqing have dropped by RMB 60 per tonne and RMB 40 per...
IPL Brands BV launches iconic French wine in 200ml aluminium cans
In South Korea, the Beaujolais Nouveau has been introduced by the Amsterdam-based Dutch business IPL Brands BV, which is well-known for its high-quality sparkling wines. This famous French wine will be sold in 200 ml aluminium cans made by Ardagh Metal Packaging (AMP). French Beaujolais and Beaujolais Village areas, located north of Lyon, produce the delicious red Beaujolais Nouveau, created from Gamay grapes. Among the "vin de primeur" (young wines) that are meant to be drunk the year they are produced, you'll find Beaujolais Nouveau. At first, it was performed to mark the completion of the harvest. Jacek Madry, chief commercial officer at Ardagh Metal Packaging Europe, said, "It is really gratifying to see that consumers in Asia can enjoy Beaujolais Nouveau in our cans this year. Our...
Shaquille O'Neal, the new face of Pepsi's anniversary-special mini aluminium cans
Pepsi is continuing its 125th-anniversary celebration by returning with Shaquille O'Neal, whose many Pepsi ads pleased and surprised customers during the 1990s, in a new campaign emphasising Pepsi Mini aluminium cans as the ideal complement for snack and dinner situations. In the new commercial, Shaq wishes he could be "a little bit smaller" when confronted with the hazards of his larger-than-life stature to celebrate that Pepsi Mini Cans are always the ideal size. "As a longtime partner of the brand, I always have a great time working with Pepsi. It was incredibly fun to create the 'I Wish' commercial, showing how things could be better if I were indeed a little bit smaller. With Pepsi Mini Cans, I can enjoy every sip and appreciate the little things in life," said Shaquille O'Neal. The...
Celebrity fashion designer joins Corona's thermochromic aluminium can campaign for Christmas
Corona recently unveiled a colour-changing Christmas special aluminium cans of Corona Extra and matching robes. The Mexican-based beverage company also roped in celebrity fashion designer Talia Coles as part of its "La Vida Más Fina" promotion. The special holiday combo, Feliz Navi-Drip, was introduced with limited-edition holiday cans of Corona Extra and corresponding robes, both meticulously crafted by Talia. This collection is the first occasion in which the company has extended an invitation to a designer to reimagine the Corona Extra can. Corona Extra's limited-edition colour-changing aluminium cans are offered exclusively in 12-packs in four cities: Philadelphia, Miami, New York, and Los Angeles. The special edition Christmas cans will hit store shelves on Black Friday, just in time...
Crown recognises facilities with the Chairman's Sustainability Awards for their outstanding achievement
Crown Holdings, one of the world's largest aluminium can manufacturers, has just disclosed the recipients of its annual Chairman's Sustainability Awards. These prestigious accolades recognize specific manufacturing sites within the organisation's worldwide network for their outstanding achievements in three key areas: environmental sustainability, safety practices, and social responsibility. The current awards cycle commemorates the program's 10th anniversary and acknowledges the collaborative efforts of its extensive staff over the last decade. "From making critical process improvements that boost workplace safety and reduce our environmental footprint to going above and beyond in the face of tragedy to protect their colleagues in need, our employees continue to astound us with their...
LME aluminium benchmark price grows by US$9.5/t to US$2,201.5/t; SHFE price falls by US$13/t
LME aluminium opened at US$2244.5 per tonne in the previous trading day, with its low and high at US$2233.5 per tonne and US$2264 per tonne, respectively, before closing at US$2255.5 per tonne, up US$11.5 per tonne or 0.51 per cent. On Tuesday, November 21, both LME aluminium cash bid price and LME aluminium official settlement price grew by US$10 per tonne or 0.45 per cent and US$9.5 per tonne or 0.43 per cent to clock at US$2,201 per tonne and US$2,201.50 per tonne. As per the London Metal Exchange (LME) data , both 3-month bid price and 3-month offer price hiked by US$11 per tonne or 0.49 per cent and US$11.5 per tonne or 0.51 per cent to halt at US$2,239 per tonne and US$2,240 per tonne. December 24 bid price and December 24 offer price also ascended by US$10 per tonne and US$5 per...
First phase of the lightweight auto parts manufacturing project to produce aluminium ingots
The signing ceremony for the lightweight auto parts manufacturing base project was conducted on November 14 between Wangjiang Economic Development Zone and Anhui Guleichi Circular Economy Industrial Park Co., Ltd. The first stage primarily involves the production of aluminium ingots, aluminium rods, aluminium water, copper ingots, copper rods, and lightweight automotive components, among other items. The project's overall investment amounts to RMB 3 billion and will be executed in three stages. Following the implementation of formal production processes, the annual output value is projected to reach RMB 1.5 billion, accompanied by an annual tax payment of RMB 150 million. During the subsequent stage, the available open area inside the Andal Automobile project will be used to construct a...
