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Adidas takes home the sustainability crown at ‘2024 World Aluminium Aerosol Can Awards’: AEROBAL
The international organisation representing aluminium aerosol cans manufacturers (AEROBAL) has reportedly announced the winners of the industry's prestigious competition, the World Aluminium Aerosol Can Awards 2024. This year, top brands like Adidas, Grand Tongo, etc. bagged prizes under different...
First US airport to welcome INNOVIA 300 APM boasting aluminium body & regenerative brakes
The use of aluminium in trains has steadily increased in recent years and is likely to continue in the years to come. Aluminium can cut the total weight of a rail car body by half, making it a critical component in the railway industry’s shift. Aluminium is crucial in modernising trains and...
LME aluminium benchmark price adds US$8/t to US$2443/t; SHFE price drops by US$11/t
Overnight, LME 3M aluminium opened at US$2,482.5 per tonne, with a high of US$2,495 per tonne, a low of US$2,452.5 per tonne, and closed at US$2,479 per tonne, down US$23 per tonne or 0.92 per cent. On Wednesday, August 21, both LME aluminium cash bid price and LME aluminium official settlement...
Thailand initiates anti-dumping probe into aluminium extrusions import from China
Thailand’s Foreign Trade Department has launched an anti-dumping investigation into the import of aluminium extrusions from China. This action comes in response to complaints from domestic steel manufacturers who argue that the increasing volume of imports is affecting local production. Ministry to...
Link Powder Coating advances its sustainability game with Capral's LocAl® Green aluminium
Link Powder Coating has advanced its sustainability efforts by selecting Capral's LocAl® Green lower-carbon aluminium. This strategic choice demonstrates their dedication to environmental responsibility. Capral's LocAl® Green aluminium is produced as primary aluminium using alternative energy...
Novelis' third Green Bond Report underpins its achievements in carbon reduction & sustainable innovation
Novelis Inc., a global leader in sustainable aluminium solutions and the foremost authority in aluminium rolling and recycling, is pleased to announce the successful fulfilment of its Green Bond financial commitments. This milestone highlights Novelis' unwavering commitment to sustainability,...
LME aluminium price hits 5-week high fuelled by alumina shortage in China; SHFE price gains US$28/t
Overnight, LME 3M aluminium opened at US$2,430 per tonne, with a high of US$2,506 per tonne and a low of US$2,418 per tonne, closing at US$2,476 per tonne, up US$30.5 per tonne or 1.25 per cent. On Tuesday, August 20, both the LME aluminium cash bid price and LME aluminium official settlement price...
Hydro Alunorte becomes Northern Brazil's first alumina refinery to switch to natural gas
World's largest alumina refinery (outside China), Hydro Alunorte's recent fuel switch project is a key step towards Hydro's climate strategy and aligns with its global commitment to cut greenhouse gas emissions by 30 per cent by 2030. As per the reports, Hydro Alunorte's alumina refinery has begun...
Mover program highlights aluminium’s impact on Brazil’s green mobility revolution
Aluminium, known for its lightweight, durability, and infinite recyclability, plays a crucial role in developing more efficient and sustainable vehicles. It is extensively used in both structural and propulsion components. With the introduction of the Green Mobility and Innovation (Mover) program,...
Power supply challenges lead to back-to-back production cuts at Tiwai aluminium smelter
The New Zealand Aluminium Smelter (NZAS) has agreed to further reduce its electricity consumption by an additional 20 megawatts to alleviate pressure on the national grid amid the current energy squeeze. This reduction comes on top of the 185MW demand cut the smelter recently implemented. Tiwai,...
LME aluminium price skyrockets by US$76/t driven by positive US economic data; SHFE price expands by US$49/t
Overnight, LME 3M aluminium opened at US$2,367 per tonne, reached a high of US$2,449.5 per tonne and a low of US$2,365 per tonne, and closed at US$2,430 per tonne, up US$64.5 per tonne, or 2.73 per cent. On Monday, August 19, both LME aluminium cash bid price and LME aluminium official settlement...
Shenhuo Group's new research institute focuses on low-carbon aluminium production
On August 6, Shenhuo Group officially inaugurated its Innovation and Development Research Institute and Renewable Energy Research Institute. These institutes will concentrate on advancing and utilising renewable energy, producing electrolytic aluminium in an efficient and low-carbon manner,...
ASI accredits Triangle’s – Cycling Equipments with the Performance Standard V3 (2022) certification
Aluminium Stewardship Initiative (ASI) on August 16 announced the certification of Triangle's – Cycling Equipments, S.A against the ASI Performance Standard V3 (2022). The company, known for manufacturing aluminium frames for electric bicycles, utilises various aluminium components, including...
Upstream Weekly Recap: Ma'aden, ALRO, NALCO and other major players report strong financial performance
Aluminium is an essential component of the global economy. The rising demand for green metal clearly shows that no matter how many setbacks or blips come across, the market or the need for this green metal will never decrease. The upstream aluminium sector, encompassing bauxite, alumina, and...
Radnor Hills and AMP team up to deliver aluminium canned water for upcoming golf events
Radnor Hills and Ardagh Metal Packaging (AMP) have collaborated to create custom ‘infinitely recyclable’ aluminium canned water designed to keep golfers refreshed at major professional events this year. The canned water will be accessible to players, caddies, and marshals from fridges and specially...
youtheory launches its ocean-friendly omega capsule in sustainable aluminium packaging
California-based supplement brand youtheory, a member of the Jamieson Wellness family, has taken significant steps to protect marine life with its latest omega supplement and its eco-conscious packaging. The new Ocean-Friendly Omega capsules are derived from algae oil and will be packed in...
Inner Mongolia North Aluminum begins trial production for its much-awaited RMB 1.5 billion project
Inner Mongolia North Aluminum’s high-end aluminium plate and foil project with an annual capacity of 200,000-tonnes has finally entered the trail production phase. The project commenced construction in March 2023 and has successfully completed all pre-construction tasks. Inner Mongolia North...
LME aluminium benchmark price moves up by US$2/t; SHFE price hikes to US$2,678/t
On Thursday, LME 3M aluminium opened at US$2,325 per tonne, with a high of US$2,370 per tonne, a low of US$2,321.5 per tonne, and closed at US$2,356 per tonne, up US$29 per tonne, an increase of 1.25 per cent. On Thursday, August 15, both LME aluminium cash bid price and LME aluminium official...
