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Demand for aluminium screw caps in Europe passed seven billion in 2021
Over the past few decades, aluminium has unlocked new dimensions, as endless objects have been developed that simplify and improve the quality of daily human life. Compared to the prior year, 2021 saw an increase of over 100 million units in the usage of aluminium screw caps for liquor bottles. Data from Euromonitor International, provided by Aluminium Closures Group, indicates that in 2021, the number of screw caps used in Europe crossed seven billion. When examining on-trade consumption in Europe, use increased by 20 per cent. In the off- and on-trade outside of Europe, aluminium closure usage increased by roughly 6 per cent. “While the numbers are still under 2019 volumes, they indicate a welcome return to growth, particularly in Europe and particularly in on-trade sales. Undoubtedly,...
LME aluminium price plunges to US$2,155.50/t; SHFE price slips by US$2/t
LME aluminium opened at US$2,218 per tonne last Friday, with its high and low at US$2,240.5 per tonne and US$2,165.5 per tonne, respectively, before closing at US$2,218.5 per tonne, an increase of US$1.5 per tonne or 0.07 per cent. On Friday, October 21, both LME aluminium cash bid price and LME aluminium official settlement price plunged by US$58.5 per tonne or 2.64 per cent to score at US$2,155 per tonne and US$2,155.50 per tonne. 3-month bid price and 3-month offer price declined by US$52.5 per tonne or 2.35 per cent to record at US$ 2,174.50 per tonne and US$2,175.50 per tonne. December 23 bid price and December 23 offer price slipped by US$52 per tonne to stop at US$2,255 per tonne and US$2,260 per tonne. LME aluminium opening stock halted at 570000 tonnes. Live warrants and...
Primary aluminium weekly recap: LME warehouse in South Korea receives Russian-origin aluminium from Glencore; US sanctions speculation called 'irresponsible' by En+ Group chairman
The ongoing Russia-Ukraine has changed a lot in the global primary aluminium industry. To begin with, on Tuesday, October 18, the London Metal Exchange (LME) registered warehouses in Gwangyang, South Korea, received significant shipments of Russian-origin aluminium from the Anglo-Swiss multinational commodities trading and mining corporation Glencore, which has its headquarters in Switzerland. Christopher Burnham, the chairman of En+ Group, called the Bloomberg report on the US sanctions rumours published on October 12, 2022, "irresponsible." Rusal, the group's metal division, is the largest independent renewable energy source and the world's top producer of low-carbon aluminium. Due to significant deliveries to London Metal Exchange (LME)-approved warehouses, the LME aluminium cash bid...
Downstream weekly recap: AMAG bags the "Effective Sustainability Communicator Award"; Hydro invests in solar fence at its German aluminium extrusion facility to reduce emissions
The global aluminium industry’s most vital segment is the downstream part, which converts aluminium into manufacturing feedstock. Because commercial manufacturers obtain the products produced here, downstream is one of the most important areas in the aluminium industry. To begin with, for the second time in a row, AMAG Austria Metall AG, was recognised with the "Effective Sustainability Communicator Award" for its comprehensive and open sustainability reporting. At its extrusion factory in Offenburg, Germany, Hydro, a major industrial firm dedicated to a sustainable future, invested in a 426-meter-long solar fence. The barrier, the first of its sort in Germany, will lessen emissions from the facility. Kriskadecor, known for its aluminium chain interior products, came up with a unique...
Joy Objects launches a limited edition version of its aluminium-crafted 'Chair One'
On the occasion of Stockholm Design Week, Fredrik Paulsen, a Swedish designer, created the new 'Chair One' for his Stockholm-based company Joy Objects. The chair was re-released in a limited edition for Très Bien to coincide with the brand's newly renovated home in London's Soho. The new chairs were made by Paulsen using aluminium and medium-density fibreboard, rejecting traditional Scandinavian minimalism in favour of maximalist colour schemes. The three chair designs in the series come in vibrant colours that work well in various settings, from the dining room to the living room. Throughout the entire series, they use vibrant hues in unusual colour pairings like red/pink, mustard/pink, and baby blue/royal blue. Frederik Paulsen, the founder of JOY Objects, painted the bench in Snow...
F77 e-motorcycle from Ultraviolette features lithium-ion cells enclosed in an aluminium casing
Ultraviolette Automotive, a Bangalore-based developer of electric two-wheeler vehicles, has revealed the production-spec battery pack that will power its future F77 e-motorcycle a month before its official launch. In contrast to the prototype's detachable battery packs from 2019, the new battery pack is permanent, bigger, and contains more lithium-ion cells. Instead of the 18,650 batteries in the prototype, there are 21,700 lithium-ion cells enclosed in an aluminium casing. The battery size of the Ultraviolette F77 is the biggest of any electric two-wheeler in India, with a useable capacity of 10.5kWh on the top model. Aluminium cases are ideal for safeguarding electronics equipment, static-sensitive gadgets, and most modern computers and electrical equipment since they are strong...
Assan Alüminyum emphasizes ESG for its long-term strategy and future goals
Assan Alüminyum, a subsidiary of Kibar Holding and the most prominent Turkish producer of flat-rolled aluminium products, has decided to give ESG (environmental, social, and governance) high priority in its long-term strategy and future plans. To improve the sustainability of its manufacturing and recycling processes, the firm adheres to the Performance Standards of the Aluminium Stewardship Initiative (ASI). The foundation for the company's ESG-focused future goals is laid by recent releases of sustainable products, corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiatives, and sustainable expansion plans. "We have some exciting news regarding on all 3 dimensions of ESG. As a part of our environmental sustainability-oriented developments, our highly competent R&D team is working on a series of...
A00 aluminium ingot price closes the week with a growth of RMB220/t; Alumina price slips by RMB4/t
A00 aluminium ingot price in China hikes for the third consecutive day to settle at RMB 18,660 per tonne as of Friday, October 21. The price has witnessed a hike of RMB 220 per tonne, with the average prices ranging between RMB 18,640 per tonne and RMB 18,680 per tonne. The spot contract price is expected to be traded at a premium price of RMB 10 per tonne to RMB 50 per tonne. As per the SMM data, the price in Wuxi, Hangzhou and Tianjin has grown by RMB 220 per tonne to score at RMB 18,670 per tonne, RMB 18,690 per tonne and RMB 18,640 per tonne. On the same day, the A00 aluminium ingot price in Foshan, Gongyi, Chongqing and Linyi surged by RMB 210 per tonne to clock at RMB 18,770 per tonne, RMB 18,640 per tonne, RMB 18,790 per tonne and RMB 18,710 per tonne. In Shenyang, the price...
Preston City Council launches new aluminium foil recycling initiative with Alupro
Preston City Council, in partnership with Aluminium Packaging Recycling Organization (Alupro), launched a new initiative to encourage the recycling of aluminium. Residents are urged to rinse and recycle empty aerosol cans, clean foil trays, clean foil for wrapping, and drink cans and tins. Creative commercials for the "Clean Me" campaign from the Aluminium Packaging Recycling Organization (Alupro) will be shown on billboards, buses, and bus shelters throughout the city. The campaign's main aim is to boost the amount of endlessly recyclable aluminium packaging in households throughout the city. “As a council, we’re always looking for ways to further encourage householders to recycle as much of their waste as possible. Working in partnership with Alupro to deliver this new campaign will...
Every Can Counts reveals the list of UK’s best and worst cities for recycling; Newport tops the list as the best city for recycling
The not-for-profit communications programme working to inspire, encourage and empower people to recycle their empty drink cans, Every Can Counts, announced the best and the worst cities for recycling in the UK. As per the research, Newport has been rated the top city for recycling in the UK, while Birmingham has been identified as the region most in need of reform. When recycling rates and consumer attitudes were considered, Newport in Wales ranked the best UK city for recycling. Compared to the national average of just 41 per cent, it sends nearly two-thirds (67 per cent) of its household garbage for reuse, recycling, or composting. "The need for recycling is now fairly well cemented into the minds of the general public and it's great to reveal and celebrate the efforts of the UK's...
Aluminerie Alouette achieves ASI Chain of Custody Standard Certification
Aluminerie Alouette, one of the largest aluminium smelters in America, received the Aluminium Stewardship Initiative (ASI) Chain of Custody Standard (CoC) certification for its aluminium smelter and casthouse in Sept-Îles, Quebec. In July 2020, the business received Performance Standard Certification. "The fact that aluminum, especially Canadian aluminum, is a solution to climate change cannot be overstated. This new certification adds value to our metal for our shareholders' customers, who are increasingly looking to source green aluminum. Our entire team and our partners can be proud of this news. Everyone works hard every day. This is a key hallmark in today's globalized world," said Claude Gosselin, President and CEO of Aluminerie Alouette. The ASI Performance Standard, which,...
Kriskadecor’s aluminium chain façade cladding solution ensures natural ventilation
Colourful and customisable aluminium chain façade cladding from Kriskadecor can transform buildings' facades without obstructing ventilation. Known for its aluminium chain interior products, Kriskadecor offers space dividers, wall coverings, and architectural ceiling elements. A façade cladding system that can be manufactured with printing, logos, and high-definition photos, the Spanish business has also modified the concept for outdoor use, where it may leave a lasting imprint. "The facade is the only part of the building that can be seen from the outside and has the function of communicating a message derived from its design. It, therefore, deserves special attention in every detail," said Kriskadecor. According to the company, the cladding system offers "unlimited creative options"....
A00 aluminium ingot price in China grows by RMB50/t to RMB 18,440/t; Alumina price went down by RMB2/t
On Thursday, October 20, the A00 aluminium ingot price in China hikes by RMB 50 per tonne to settle at RMB 18,440 per tonne. The average price for the same is likely to range between RMB 18,420 per tonne and RMB 18,460 per tonne, with the spot contract to be traded at a premium price of RMB 0 to RMB 40 per tonne. The prices in Foshan and Chongqing have ascended by RMB 90 per tonne and RMB 70 per tonne to reside at RMB 18,560 per tonne and RMB 18,580 per tonne. In Wuxi, Hangzhou and Shenyang, the A00 aluminium ingot price closed at RMB 18,450 per tonne, RMB 18,470 per tonne and RMB 18,420 per tonne after witnessing a growth of RMB 50 per tonne. As per the data, in Gongyi and Linyi, the prices increased by RMB 30 per tonne to record at RMB 18,430 per tonne and RMB 18,500 per tonne. In...
LME aluminium price drops by US$31.5/t to US$2,169/t; SHFE price hikes by US$9/t
LME aluminium opened at US$2,186 per tonne on Wednesday, with its high and low at US$2,209.5 per tonne and US$2,162 per tonne, respectively, before closing at US$2,190 per tonne, a drop of US$10 per tonne or 0.46 per cent. On Wednesday, October 19, both LME aluminium cash bid price and LME aluminium official settlement price slumped by US$32 per tonne or 1.45 per cent and US$31.5 per tonne or 1.43 per cent to halt at US$2,168 per tonne and US$2,169 per tonne. 3-month bid price and 3-month offer price slipped by US$36 per tonne or 1.62 per cent and US$35.5 per tonne or US$1.60 per cent to settle at US$2,180 per tonne and US$2,181 per tonne. December 23 bid price and December 23 offer price descended by US$32 per tonne to peg at US$2,268 per tonne and US$2,273 per tonne. LME aluminium...
NALCO sharply cuts its aluminium ingot price by INR11400/t with effect from October 19
National Aluminium Company Limited (NALCO) has axed its aluminium ingot and aluminium products prices, on October 19, after witnessing a hike on Thursday, October 6. NALCO’s aluminium ingot price has seen a slash of INR 11,400 per tonne to come in at INR 211,850-215,350 per tonne versus INR 223,250-226,750 per tonne on October 6. NALCO’s aluminium wire rod price has come in at INR 215,350-219,700 per tonne, also surged by INR 11,400 per tonne from INR 226,750-231,100 per tonne on October 6. The price of aluminium billets also witnessed the same price hike at INR 216,300-218,950 per tonne compared to INR 227,700-230,350 per tonne on October 6. NALCO has sharply cut its aluminium prices in response to the LME aluminium official settlement price. From October 18 to October 19, the LME...
Hindalco Industries cuts its aluminium wire rod & billet prices for the third day by INR4000/t
Hindalco Industries Limited has back-to-back cut its aluminium products and aluminium ingot prices on October 18 and 19. As per the revised prices revealed, Hindalco’s latest aluminium wire rod price stands at INR 218,850 per tonne on October 19 versus INR 222,850 per tonne on October 18. Today, the price has seen a cut of INR 4,000 per tonne, while the price underwent a slash of INR 6,250 per tonne a day before. Hindalco’s aluminium billets price is hovering around INR 221,850 per tonne as of October 19, down by INR 4,000 per tonne from INR 225,850 per tonne on the previous day. On October 18, Hindalco’s aluminium billets price witnessed a slash of INR 6,250 per tonne from INR 232,100 per tonne. Aluminium ingot price has also been reduced by INR 4,000 per tonne on October 19 to record at...
LME warehouse in South Korea receives Russian-origin aluminium from Glencore
On Tuesday, October 18, Switzerland-headquartered Anglo-Swiss multinational commodity trading and mining company Glencore shipped substantial volumes of Russian-origin aluminium to London Metal Exchange (LME) registered warehouses in Gwangyang, South Korea. As per the sources, the aluminium shipped to Gwangyang was made by the Russian aluminium giant Rusal. Deliveries into LME warehouses show the challenge confronting Rusal, the largest aluminium producer outside of China, as 2022 contracts expire and buyers steer clear of Russian metal for 2023 contracts, according to the sources. The price of aluminium increased by more than 7 per cent on Wednesday last week on news that the Biden administration was considering limiting imports of Russian aluminium as a possible response to Moscow's...
China’s A00 aluminium ingot price mounts to RMB 18,390/t; Alumina price went down by RMB7/t
On Wednesday, October 19, the A00 aluminium ingot price in China ascended by RMB 80 per tonne to settle at RMB 18,390 per tonne, with the average prices ranging between RMB 18,370 per tonne and RMB 18,410 per tonne. The spot contract price is likely to be traded at a discount price of RMB 10 per tonne to a premium price of RMB 30 per tonne. The price in Gongyi has surged by RMB 150 per tonne to score at RMB 18,400 per tonne. In Foshan, the price increased by RMB 100 per tonne to halt at RMB 18,470 per tonne. The prices in Chongqing and Wuxi expanded by RMB 90 per tonne and RMB 80 per tonne to reside at RMB 18,510 per tonne and RMB 18,400 per tonne. As per the SMM data, both Hangzhou and Shenyang witnessed a growth of RMB 70 per tonne and RMB 30 per tonne to peg at RMB 18,420 per tonne and...
