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São Geraldo partners with CANPACK to launch its flagship beverage in 350ml aluminium cans
In a recent move, Cajuina São Geraldo, a beverage company from Ceará in northeastern Brazil, collaborated with CANPACK to launch its flagship cashew soda, São Geraldo, in 350ml infinitely recyclable aluminium cans for the first time. Previously, the drink was only available in glass or PET bottles; this limited edition series of nine São Geraldo cans is in celebration of this year's June Festivals and the vibrant night of São João. Cajuína São Geraldo, a soda made with 5 per cent juice from native cashew fruits, is very popular in Brazil's northeastern states. Unlike the familiar cashew 'nuts', the unique flavour comes from the cashew fruit itself. São Geraldo, based in Ceará, highlights the drink's local character. Tiago Caldas Dias, Marketing Manager at São Geraldo: "The drink is deeply...
Prysmian Latam’s 2023 sustainability report: Increased use of recycled aluminium & 8% CO2 reduction
Prysmian Latam, a leading global company in the energy and telecommunications cables and systems sector, has published its inaugural Sustainability Report for its Latin American operations 2023. The company achieved remarkable success in the prior year, experiencing growth across all strategic business units. Enhancing ESG criteria for suppliers Regarding the aluminium market, Prysmian Latam, in collaboration with its supply area, is enhancing Environmental, Social, and Corporate Governance (ESG) criteria for its aluminium suppliers. This initiative aims to ensure the traceability and responsible sourcing of materials. The company is also committed to increasing the use of recycled aluminium in its products, aligning with global sustainability guidelines. Additionally, Prysmian Latam is...
China’s A00 aluminium ingot price reflects Y-o-Y surge of 10.61%; Low-carbon aluminium price slumps to RMB 21035/t
Following a growth the previous day, China’s A00 aluminium ingot price declined by RMB 90 per tonne. The price as of today settled at RMB 20,210 per tonne, with the average price standing between RMB 20,190 per tonne and RMB 20,230 per tonne. The spot contract price may be traded at a discount price of RMB 60 to RMB 20 per tonne. The A00 aluminium ingot prices recorded a Y-o-Y surge of RMB 1,940 per tonne or 10.61 per cent and a growth of RMB 80 per tonne or 0.39 per cent W-o-W from RMB 18,270 per tonne and RMB 20,290 per tonne. Region-wise price change As per the data, the prices have dwindled in all the provinces, with the highest in Tianjin, which has contracted by RMB 110 per tonne to peg at RMB 20,230 per tonne. On the same day, the prices in Wuxi and Hangzhou have slumped by RMB 90...
China-based Mingdao Aluminum signs strategic cooperation agreement with Delphi
On June 18, 2024, Mingdao New Material and Delphi entered a strategic cooperation agreement to share resources and jointly develop the aluminium market for building applications, including honeycomb panels, aluminium veneers, and insulation panels. About Mingdao Aluminum At the meeting, Meng Fanlin, President of Mingdao Aluminum, emphasised that Mingdao Aluminum is a long-established aluminium processing enterprise with decades of market experience. The company has developed an integrated operation model that spans upstream, midstream, and downstream processes. In the architectural aluminium sector, they have a strong customer base and market share in niche markets for drawing aluminium, mirror aluminium, and pre-coated aluminium coils. The cooperation with Delphi Meng Fanlin highlighted...
Purdue researchers forge breakthrough with high-strength aluminium alloys for AM
Material engineers at Purdue University have pioneered a method to produce ultrahigh-strength aluminium alloys tailored for additive manufacturing (AM). Leveraging the inherent plastic deformability of these alloys, the patented process marks a significant advancement poised to transform industries dependent on lightweight materials with exceptional strength. Researchers anticipate this innovation will redefine the capabilities of high-performance manufacturing. Image source - Purdue University, Anyu Shang Purdue researchers have developed intermetallic-strengthened aluminium alloys by integrating transition metals such as cobalt, iron, nickel, and titanium. Traditionally, these metals have been excluded from aluminium alloy manufacturing due to their tendency to become brittle at room...
Indonesian government in talks to ease the severity of bauxite export ban
According to Fastmarkets report, the Indonesian government is planning to ease the bauxite export ban due to slower-than-expected progress in developing domestic alumina refineries. Indonesia ranks among the world's largest bauxite suppliers, with China as a significant consumer. The ban announced by Joko Widodo, the president of Indonesia, on December 20, 2022, to stimulate the growth of its downstream metals sector might be relaxed in the next couple of months, allowing Indonesian bauxite to re-enter the international market by the fourth quarter of the year. "The Indonesian government may be thinking to ease the bauxite export ban simply because they do not have the alumina refineries to consume that much bauxite. So, in this instance, the ban is hurting rather than benefiting...
LME aluminium benchmark price descends to US$2475.5/t; SHFE price adds US$9/t
LME aluminium opened at US$2,537 per tonne in the previous trading day, with a high of US$2,541 per tonne and a low of US$2,520 per tonne, and closed at US$2,529 per tonne, down US$10.5 per tonne from the previous trading day, a decrease of 0.41 per cent. On Monday, July 8, both LME aluminium cash bid price and LME aluminium official settlement price dropped by US$20 per tonne or 0.80 per cent to settle at US$2,475 per tonne and US$2,475.50 per tonne. 3-month bid price and 3-month offer price descended by US$12.5 per tonne or 0.49 per cent and US$13 per tonne or 0.51 per cent to clock at US$2,531.50 per tonne and US$2,532 per tonne. December 25 bid price and December 25 offer price fell by US$10 per tonne or 0.37 per cent to halt at US$2,678 per tonne and US$2,683 per tonne. LME aluminium...
Upstream Aluminium Weekly Recap: Capesize rates soar above $30,000 per day as bauxite demand fuels shipping boom
This week, notable developments have surfaced in the upstream aluminium sector, covering bauxite, alumina, and primary aluminium. Capesize rates have surged above $30,000 per day, driven notably by unprecedented bauxite shipments from West Africa to China. The sector has seen substantial growth in the first five months of 2024 compared to the same period last year, fuelling increased demand for bauxite and aluminium. However, China's record primary aluminium production in May has impacted the alumina market, the primary raw material for aluminium production, leading to supply constraints and volatile ore prices. China achieved a historic milestone with primary aluminium production reaching a record 3.65 million tonnes. Metro Mining Limited also reported a new shipment record for Q2 of the...
Solek & Degraf join forces to recycle valuable materials like aluminium from PV solar panels
Solek, a leading renewable energy company from the Czech Republic, has formed an alliance with Degraf, a major manager of waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE). Under this alliance, they plan to recover and reuse raw materials (aluminium, copper, etc.) found in photovoltaic (PV) solar panels. This year, they plan to dispatch 8.6 tonnes of photovoltaic modules for environmentally responsible recovery. This initiative aims to recover valuable equipment, parts, and materials such as aluminium and copper cables from these modules. "Given the increase in the generation of end-of-use photovoltaic panels, we are advancing in the installation of capacities that allow them to be recycled in compliance with the highest international standards. For this reason, the work we are doing with...
Kyocera launches new wet aluminium electrolytic capacitors to meet the growing demand for high-density PCBs
Kyocera AVX has recently launched the new AEF Series wet aluminium V-chip electrolytic capacitors for industrial and consumer electronics applications. Designed to meet the demands of high-density PCBs, these capacitors are qualified to industrial endurance levels. The series offers versatility with 11 case sizes ranging from 0608 to 1216. Capacitance values span from 2.2μF to 470μF, and voltage ratings range from 6.3VDC to 400VDC. The new AEF Series wet aluminium electrolytic capacitors from Kyocera AVX feature low DCL and ESR, allowing for higher tolerance of ripple currents. They maintain low impedance across a wide range of temperatures from -40°C or -55°C to +105°C, ensuring reliability. With extended lifetimes of up to 6,000 hours at +105°C and rated voltages, the series currently...
Alupro joins LARAC Wales Conference 2024 as the lead sponsor, highlighting aluminium recycling
Alupro, the aluminium packaging recycling organisation, has been named the newest sponsor of this year’s LARAC Wales Conference. Throughout the day, delegates will have the chance to explore Alupro’s award-winning consumer engagement campaigns. These include their school-age awareness programs, Masters of Infinity, and B-influencers, with a particular focus on the MetalMatters initiative. Set to take place on July 9th at the Leonardo Hotel in Cardiff, the event will unite hundreds of local authority representatives to discuss crucial topics on waste management and recycling services. Since its inception in 2012, MetalMatters has been a game-changer, adopted by 114 councils across the UK and significantly boosting household metal packaging recycling rates. “Wales currently sits third in...
LME aluminium benchmark price moves up to US$2493.50/t; SHFE price drops by US$19/t
LME aluminium opened at US$2,547 per tonne in the previous trading day, hitting a high of US$2,552 per tonne and a low of US$2,518 per tonne, and closed at US$2,527 per tonne, down US$22.5 per tonne or 0.88 per cent from the previous closing price. On Thursday, July 4, both LME aluminium cash bid price and LME aluminium official settlement price went up by US$6 per tonne or 0.24 per cent and US$6.5 per tonne or 0.26 per cent to settle at US$2,492.50 per tonne and US$2,493.50 per tonne. As per the LME price graph, 3-month bid price and 3-month offer price increased by US$4 per tonne or 0.15 per cent and US$4.5 per tonne or 0.17 per cent to settle at US$2,540 per tonne and US$2,541 per tonne. December 25 bid price and December 25 offer price also moved up by US$3 per tonne or 0.11 per cent...
Nocs Monolith Aluminium speaker, a perfect blend of sustainability & good music
Nocs Design, the Sweden-based studio renowned for its intricately crafted audio accessories emphasising minimalism, has introduced its latest wireless speaker, succeeding the acclaimed hand-crafted Monolith speaker. The Nocs Monolith Aluminium speaker, a testament to their meticulous craftsmanship, is the outcome of extensive research to eliminate the usage of recycled plastics. Speaker featuring CNC-machined aluminium According to founder Daniel Alm, the result is a speaker made from a single block of CNC-machined aluminium, achieving a sophisticated appearance. Notably, the speaker is fully recyclable, demonstrating Nocs' commitment to sustainability. Daniel Alm mentioned that significant time and effort were invested in achieving perfect symmetry for driver positioning within the...
EGA & RECAPP lead aluminium recycling drive surpasses 14000 collections from schools and homes
Since initiating their partnership last year, Emirates Global Aluminium (EGA) and RECAPP, Veolia's digital recycling solution, have completed over 14,000 collections from schools and homes. About the collaboration The collaboration, aimed at fostering aluminium recycling among UAE youth, began with 12 schools near EGA's Jebel Ali and Al Taweelah operations. It has since expanded to encompass 20 educational institutions and includes home collections as well. UAE citizens and residents consume approximately 660 million aluminium beverage cans each year. Shockingly, only a third of these cans are currently recycled, starkly contrasting the over 95 per cent recycling rates in leading recycling nations. Shockingly, more than 440 million aluminium cans find their way into UAE landfills...
Speira's green commitment: Aims to reduce the carbon footprint in Holmestrand by 150,000 tonnes
Speira's substantial industrial investment in Norway's Vestfold province is materialising with the installation of a new furnace, costing over NOK 400 million. The project, set to integrate the furnace into Speira's Holmestrand foundry, is slated for completion by summer 2026, marking a significant expansion effort. Speira's supervisory bodies have so far approved a NOK 414 million investment for a new furnace dedicated to recycled materials at their foundry in Holmestrand. This furnace has been a long-desired addition to the Holmestrand site, enabling it to process an additional 22,000 tonnes of scrap annually. "This investment secures a large number of jobs in Holmestrand for the foreseeable future. The old furnace has been in place for 50 years, and the new one is expected to last at...
SMM A00 aluminium ingot price declines by 3.82% M-o-M; Domestic bauxite price demonstrates upward trend Y-o-Y
On July 4, China’s A00 aluminium ingot price gained RMB 90 per tonne, settling at RMB 20,380 per tonne. The spot contract price may be traded at a discount price of RMB 70 to RMB 30 per tonne, and the average prices may orbit between RMB 20,360 per tonne and RMB 20,400 per tonne. According to the SMM data, the domestic aluminium ingot price has surged by RMB 1,840 per tonne, or 9.92 per cent Y-o-Y, from RMB 18,540 per tonne. However, M-o-M prices recorded a decline of RMB 810 per tonne, or 3.82 per cent, from RMB 20,380 per tonne. If we see the W-o-W analysis, the SMM A00 aluminium ingot price hiked by RMB 260 per tonne, or 1.29 per cent, from RMB 20,120 per tonne. Region-wise price changes Today, the prices in Wuxi and Foshan have added RMB 80 per tonne and RMB 70 per tonne to arrive at...
New technology by TESEM Group promises to enhance the shine of PCR aluminium
TESEM, a leading global manufacturer of aluminium and plastic components catering to diverse sectors, including perfume and cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, and spirits, has launched a new technology. The innovative technology, BRI&Va, is designed to enhance the shine of Post-Consumer Recycled (PCR) aluminium. This cutting-edge solution, which is currently patent-pending, is the result of two years of dedicated research and development. The BRI&Va technology ensures that high-percentage PCR aluminium achieves a lustre comparable to virgin anodised aluminium, allowing brands to retain the luxurious appearance of glossy metal packaging. The company emphasises that BRI&Va technology promotes the use of high-content PCR aluminium, supporting clients' sustainability initiatives. TESEM claims that...
Green innovation victory: KparK Énergies' low-carbon aluminium solar carport bags the Grand Prix de l'Innovation award
KparK Énergies, a leading French company specialising in energy renovation and transition, has recently introduced its latest flagship product—the low-carbon aluminium solar carport. This innovative solution was celebrated at the prestigious Paris Fair 2024, where it was awarded the Grand Prix de l'Innovation in the Home category. The French startup's product utilises an anodised aluminium structure. At the event Crafted in France to address contemporary environmental challenges, the KparK Énergies aluminium solar carport combines practicality with aesthetic design. Its debut at the Paris Fair garnered significant interest, showcasing its innovative approach to sustainable energy solutions. The solar carport exemplifies KparK Énergies' dedication to delivering personalised and...
