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CCT’s aluminium lug jar lid is making its debut in the European market
Consumer Convenience Technologies (CCT), the creators of the world's first aluminium lug jar lid (EEASY Lid), stated that Edeka Kempken will be introducing the eco-friendly jar lid to European consumers in selected Krefeld shops on May 25. The proprietary EEASY Lid from CCT is intended to assist...
Recycled aluminium foil, a key element for nat-2's latest range of vegan sneakers
German footwear brand nat-2 has teamed up with Remeant, an Israeli start-up specialising in novel fabrics, to bring a vegan sneaker made from used and recycled aluminium foil into the market. nat-2 has named this initiative the 'Reduceusecycle' collection, which tries to identify new,...
Alcoa inks an 8-year alumina supply agreement with EGA
Alcoa and Emirates Global Aluminium (EGA) have signed one of the largest alumina supply contracts, which can help in strengthening the long-term supply relationship between the two companies. Under the new multi-year deal, Alcoa will be providing EGA with smelting quality alumina, making the former...
LME aluminium benchmark price hikes by US$30/t to US$2,260.5/t; SHFE price grows to US$2,612/t
LME aluminium opened at US$2,243 per tonne on Monday, with its low and high at US$2,221.5 per tonne and US$2,280 per tonne, respectively, before closing at US$2,269 per tonne, an increase of US$26 per tonne or 1.16 per cent. On Monday, May 15, both LME aluminium cash bid price and LME aluminium...
Aluminium scrap exports from the US record M-o-M hike of 11% in March’23
Aluminium scrap exports from the United States closed at 174,374 tonnes in March 2023, up 11 per cent from 157,101 tonnes in February. However, exports declined by 2 per cent Y-o-Y in March, compared to 178,575 t in the same month last year. The principal scrap grades shipped by the US were Zorba...
Capral offers DECO low-carbon aluminium LocAl® to make greener products
DECO Australia has achieved a new milestone concerning its commitment towards lowering carbon emissions. The leading producer of aluminium building products and finishes has joined forces with Capral Aluminium to use LocAl® Green lower-carbon aluminium. DECO will start receiving the LocAl®...
MAS unveils new S$10 coin minted in aluminium bronze to mark Lee Kuan Yew's 100th birth anniversary
The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) unveiled a commemorative S$10 coin marking Singapore's founding Prime Minister Lee Kuan Yew's 100th birthday on Monday, May 15. The gold-coloured LKY100 coins, minted in aluminium bronze, will be offered at face value by application. The coins will have a...
Aluminium and wood speaker covers for Bang & Olufsen’s new Beovision Harmony 97" TV
Bang & Olufsen, manufacturer of the complete premium line of audio and video products, is pleased to announce the launch of the new 97" version of the acclaimed Beovision Harmony, bringing the cinematic experience to new heights. The new Beovision Harmony 97-inch TV will be available in various...
China’s A00 aluminium ingot price hikes to RMB18,030/t; Alumina price falls by RMB3/t
On Monday, May 15, China's A00 aluminium ingot price has hiked by RMB 140 per tonne to halt at RMB 17,940 per tonne. The average prices are expected to stand between RMB 18,010 per tonne and RMB 18,050 per tonne, with the spot contract price expected to be traded at a discount price of RMB 20 to a...
End-user recap: Use of aluminium on the rise with brands like Kaytea making a shift from plastic to aluminium
ARCC, a technological and manufacturing company in its seventh year, is constantly pushing forward it's future thinking to envision how a zero-emission bus should be created. Aluminium Revolutionary Chassis Company (ARCC), like other businesses in the sector, occasionally manufactured zero-emission...
Primary aluminium recap: Primary aluminium production across Europe reflects 10% monthly hike in March 2023
Primary aluminium output in Russia and Eastern Europe reached 343,000 tonnes in March 2023, up 10.65% or 33,000 tonnes from 310,000 tonnes the previous month. According to Hong Leong Investment Bank (HLIB) Research, Press Metal should see a 26 per cent growth in quarter-on-quarter primary profits...
Sustainability recap: Hydro and Mercedes-Benz test first low-carbon aluminium car parts with 70% less CO2
In the midst of growing innovations and experimentation, increased demand for aluminium due to its distinctive properties is rising effectively. Innovative aluminium uses in the industry are developing as customers want eco-friendly and sustainable packaging solutions. To begin with, Lumson is...
Anabela Chan’s aluminium jewellery to be a part of the London Craft Week 2023
The ninth annual edition of London Craft Week 2023 will take place in October and will feature events across the city that celebrates sustainability and cutting-edge technology in design and handiwork. Many advocates of sustainable design and craft will be attending the event, including Anabela...
Hublot uses recycled aluminium pods and Nespresso coffee grounds in its new watch
Collaboration is a buzzword in the watch business, and Hublot is undoubtedly one of the most active watch manufacturers. Hublot has collaborated with Nespresso to develop a Big Bang utilising recycled aluminium pods and coffee grounds as part of their most recent and unexpected cooperation. The Big...
Baotou Aluminium joins ASI as the new Production and Transformation member
Baotou Aluminium Co., an electrolytic aluminium base of Chinalco in northern China, has been enlisted by the Aluminium Stewardship Initiative (ASI) as the new Production and Transformation member. Founded in 1958, the company was an electrolytic aluminium enterprise constructed during China's...
Fairbuds XL, the self-repaired headphone features recycled aluminium and tin
Touted as one of the most sustainable headphones in the market, Fairbuds XL from the Dutch electronics manufacturer and social enterprise, Fairphone has been made from recycled aluminium and tin, combined with recycled plastic and vegan leather for the cushions. Their commitment towards...
LME aluminium benchmark price plunges by US$47/t to US$2,229/t; SHFE price dwindles by US$54/t
LME aluminium opened at US$2,275.5 per tonne on Thursday, with its high and low at US$2,282 per tonne and US$2,202 per tonne, respectively, before closing at US$2,213 per tonne, a drop of US$56.5 per tonne or 2.49 per cent. On Thursday, May 11, both LME aluminium cash bid price and LME aluminium...
Odisha government approves Utkal Alumina expansion proposal at the SLSWCA meeting
On Monday, the Odisha government approved 11 projects worth INR 2,841 crore in investment, expected to provide employment opportunities to around 3,721 people. The approval was granted at the State Level Single Window Clearance Authority (SLSWCA) on Monday, April 8. In addition to aluminium and...
