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Constantia Flexibles to unveil innovative print solutions for aluminium at FACHPACK 2024
At FACHPACK 2024, Constantia Flexibles will showcase its innovative print service for aluminium and PET die-cut dairy lids, marking a first in the industry. Additionally, they will present various sustainable packaging solutions, including a paper twist-wrap and a compostable coffee capsule lid....
SMM A00 aluminium ingot price closes the week with a surge of RMB230/t; Low carbon aluminium price gains RMB232/t
On Friday, August 9, China’s A00 aluminium ingot price surged by RMB 230 per tonne to settle at RMB 19,010 per tonne. The average price ranged between RMB 18,990 per tonne and RMB 19,030 per tonne. The spot contract price may be traded at a discount of RMB 70 to RMB 30 per tonne. As per the SMM...
LME aluminium benchmark price moves up by US$2/t; SHFE price adds US$3/t
The previous trading day, LME aluminium opened at US$2,272 per tonne, hit a high of US$2,285 per tonne and a low of US$2,256 per tonne, and closed at US$2,284 per tonne, up US$11 per tonne, or 0.48 per cent. On Thursday, August 8, both LME aluminium cash bid price and LME aluminium official...
India’s imported aluminium scrap prices fall by upto 1.6% amidst stable LME prices
India has experienced a drop in imported aluminium scrap prices week-on-week, influenced by stable LME prices. This week, prices for all grades have decreased by up to 1.6 per cent, creating market uncertainty and prompting a cautious stance among participants. Three-month LME aluminium prices...
Disrupted global trade routes fuel India’s aluminium alloyed ingots import by 60% in H1 2024
India's imports of alloyed aluminium ingots soared by 60 per cent in the first half of 2024, reaching approximately 112,158 tonnes compared to 70,780 tonnes during the same period in 2023. In the first half of 2024, alloyed ingots constituted a significant portion of the country's aluminium...
Alcoa invests R$9 million to upgrade Poços de Caldas plant with new compressors
Alcoa has announced plans to modernise its Poços de Caldas (MG) plant from August to December this year, focusing on enhancing operational excellence and energy efficiency. The investment will involve replacing two ageing Ingersoll-Rand compressors, which have been used since 1975, with five new,...
New agreement highlights Yunnan Aluminum's commitment to green technology & sustainability
On July 24th, Yunnan Aluminum signed upstream and downstream cooperation agreements for four industrial chains in Kunming. This development significantly accelerated the company's efforts to strengthen its industrial chain. About the agreement Yunnan Aluminum and its subsidiaries signed cooperation...
First in Asia: Marubeni completes sales of Rio Tinto’s RenewAl™ to Fujisash Group
Marubeni has finalised the sale of Rio Tinto's low-carbon aluminium billets to Fuji Light Metal and FUJISASH Co., Ltd. (collectively known as the "Fujisash Group") as part of a strategic collaboration with the global mining group Rio Tinto. This marks the first sale of RenewAl™ low-carbon aluminium...
LME aluminium benchmark price dwindles by US$47.5/t; SHFE price nosedives by US$57/t
The previous trading day, LME aluminium opened at US$2,261 per tonne, reached a high of US$2,283 per tonne, a low of US$2,227 per tonne, and closed at US$2,262 per tonne, down US$1 per tonne, a decrease of 0.04 per cent. On Monday, August 5, both LME aluminium cash bid price and LME aluminium...
Hyke chooses 100% PCR aluminium for its packaging: Launches new bottle designed with Vetroplas
Aluminium's versatility and protective characteristics have cemented its status as a top choice for packaging. Its role in the push toward sustainability, supported by its infinite recyclability without losing quality, makes aluminium an essential alternative. Hyke has recently enhanced its...
Ciltech and Capral come together to manufacture sustainable jetty systems featuring LocAl
Ciltech, a West Australian jetty and pontoon manufacturing specialist is committed to making all of its jetty systems fully recyclable. For this, the company has partnered with Capral, known for its sustainable production practices. Ciltech excels in providing products and services to the marine,...
From bean to cup in seconds: Diamond Brew hits the US market in hexagon-shaped aluminium pod
Chicago-based startup Diamond Brew has made its debut in the US as the nation's first brewless coffee, revolutionising the instant coffee market. This innovative product comes in a unique hexagon-shaped aluminium pod and offers a premium barista experience. Douglas Yu, the visionary founder of...
LME aluminium price closes the week with a fall of US$14/t; SHFE price grows to US$2677/t
The previous trading day, LME aluminium opened at US$2,279 per tonne, with a high of US$2,304 per tonne and a low of US$2,257 per tonne, and closed at US$2,263 per tonne, down US$10.5 per tonne, a decrease of 0.46 per cent. On Friday, August 2, both LME aluminium cash bid price and LME aluminium...
Upstream Weekly Recap: India grab global highlight with 1.2% growth in aluminium production; Vedanta’s demerger plan receives greenlight
This week, notable developments have surfaced in the upstream aluminium sector, covering bauxite, alumina, and primary aluminium. To begin with, India has secured a significant global position as the second-largest aluminium producer. The rise in aluminium production indicates robust economic...
Baotou Aluminum secures its first international foreign invention patent in Nigeria
Baotou Aluminum has recently secured an international invention patent for an "aluminium electrolytic process adjustment method" and has obtained an invention patent authorisation certificate in Nigeria, marking the company's first foreign invention patent authorisation. This patented method...
Brazilian startup leads the way in green packaging with aluminium canned mineral water
The mineral water market is experiencing a significant transformation as aluminium cans, once in a supporting role, are now challenging the dominance of traditional plastic bottles. Recognising this shift, the startup Dane-se has capitalised on the rising popularity of aluminium cans to capture...
Analogue Pocket launches new aluminium edition gaming console
Analogue Pocket is a sleek, modern, portable gaming console designed to celebrate and explore the history of playing games. It is releasing a new iteration this month, featuring a body made of CNC-machined aluminium. The premium-aluminium edition handheld gaming console will be offered in four...
Alcoa completes acquisition of Alumina Limited, bolstering industry presence
Alcoa, a Pittsburgh-based industrial corporation and the global industry leader in bauxite, alumina, and aluminium products, has announced the successful completion of its acquisition of Alumina Limited. This strategic move enhances Alcoa's position as a leading pure-play upstream aluminium...
