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India’s imported aluminium scrap prices fall W-o-W owing to monsoon slowdown despite stable LME rates
This week, India's imported aluminium scrap prices have experienced a downward correction. This is primarily due to the impact of the approaching monsoon on market demand, despite the stable LME aluminium prices. The resulting activity slowdown has led to this market shift. The 3-month LME...
ASI welcomes Aminco Resources as the new General Supportive Member
Aluminium Stewardship Initiative announced the joining of Aminco Resources as the new General Supportive member. Established in 1986, Aminco Resources specializes in supplying carbon materials and complementary products like aluminium fluoride and crushed bath to the global primary aluminium...
Bowling Green Chamber of Commerce Foundation expands its aluminium can recycling program
The Bowling Green Chamber of Commerce Foundation has expanded its aluminium can recycling program to help fund the BG Boom Festival and Fireworks. BG Boom, the annual Independence Day celebration for the Bowling Green community, will be held on July 3, 2024. The event will feature a festival at the...
Chinalco Institute & Beijing Aerospace collaborate to develop aluminium alloy parts for energy vehicles
The Chinalco Institute of Materials signed a product development contract with a Beijing Aerospace research institute. This partnership focuses on creating an aluminium alloy component for a new energy-special vehicle. The project marks the first collaboration between Chinalco Institute of...
China’s A00 aluminium ingot price declines by RMB140/t; Low-carbon aluminium price dwindles by RMB164/t
On Wednesday, June 26, China’s A00 aluminium ingot price declined by RMB 140 per tonne to settle at RMB 20,060 per tonne, with the spot contract price expected to be traded at a discount price of RMB 90 to RMB 50 per tonne. The average prices may stand between RMB 20,040 per tonne and RMB 20,080...
LME aluminium benchmark price moves down by US$3/t; SHFE price dips to US$2775/t
The previous trading day, LME aluminium opened at US$2,500 per tonne, reached a high of US$2,513 per tonne, a low of US$2,491 per tonne, and closed at US$2,497 per tonne, down US$6 per tonne, a decrease of 0.24 per cent. On Tuesday, June 25, both LME aluminium cash bid price and LME aluminium...
Hindalco hosts workshop focusing on opportunities for MSMEs in the downstream aluminium sector
Hindalco, a flagship company of the Aditya Birla Group, hosted a workshop titled "Manufacturing Opportunities for MSMEs in the Downstream Aluminium Industry" on Tuesday at the Utkal Chamber of Commerce and Industry Ltd. (UCCIL) conference hall. Organised in collaboration with the Confederation of...
Desktop Metal to showcase binder jet 3D printed aluminium lighting components
Desktop Metal, a prominent figure in Additive Manufacturing 2.0 technologies for mass production, announced its plan to showcase aluminium lighting components created through binder jet 3D printing. These components, designed by BEGA, a distinguished German-based company renowned for its premium...
National litter survey by IBAL records 30% reduction in aluminium can-related litter
The first national litter survey by Irish Business Against Litter (IBAL) since the government's introduction of a deposit return scheme has shown a decrease in aluminium cans and plastic bottles on Irish streets, leading to an overall improvement in litter levels. There has been an almost 30 per...
Hupfer’s green initiative: Launches buy back guarantee programme for aluminium shelving
Hupfer, in its commitment to foster sustainability and a circular economy, has innovatively introduced a 'buy back guarantee' programme for aluminium and stainless steel shelving. This unique initiative allows Hupfer to repurchase eligible products at the end of their lifespan, with the scrap value...
China’s A00 aluminium ingot price declines by RMB150/t W-o-W; Low-carbon aluminium price slumps by RMB70/t
On Tuesday, June 25, China’s A00 aluminium ingot price dropped by RMB 60 per tonne to settle at RMB 20,200 per tonne, with the spot contract price expected to be traded at a discount price of RMB 90 to RMB 50 per tonne. The average prices may orbit between RMB 20,180 per tonne and RMB 20,220 per...
LME aluminium benchmark price moves up to US$2454.5/t; SHFE price loses US$4/t
The previous trading day, LME aluminium opened at US$2,510.5 per tonne, hit a high of US$2,531 per tonne and a low of US$2,495.5 per tonne, and closed at US$2,497.5 per tonne, down US$16 per tonne, a decrease of 0.64 per cent. On Monday, June 24, both LME aluminium cash bid price and LME aluminium...
Alba unlocks remarkable safety milestone, surpasses 20 million safe working hours
Aluminium Bahrain (Alba), the world’s largest aluminium smelter ex-China, announced a historical milestone. The company reached an impressive safety milestone on June 22 by completing 20 million working hours without a Lost Time Injury (LTI). This accomplishment highlights Alba's steadfast...
AL Biz expands clientele: Welcomes Zhengzhou Silverstone into the circle of 2100+ B2B aluminium sellers
Established in 2011, Zhengzhou Silverstone has earned the title of reputable trading company specializing in semi-finished aluminium products. With years of experience, they have developed significant expertise in sourcing from leading rolling mills in China and partnering with local metal centres....
China-based Lanzhou Aluminum announces groundbreaking ceremony of its PV project
China-based Lanzhou Aluminum on June 12 announced the groundbreaking ceremony of its distributed photovoltaic (PV) project in the southern factory area, signifying a pivotal advancement for the company in the realm of new energy. During the ceremony, Mao Zhiqiang delivered a passionate speech...
Macquarie acquires 49.9% of Hydro’s renewable energy subsidiary in a landmark deal
Hydro has finalised the sale of 49.9 per cent of its renewable energy subsidiary, Hydro Rein, to Macquarie Asset Management. Initially announced in October 2023, this transaction marks a significant milestone in Hydro's strategy to expand its renewable energy portfolio. The transaction has assigned...
China’s A00 aluminium ingot price opens the week with a fall of RMB 150/t; Aluminium powder price inches down by RMB0.1/kg
On Monday, June 24, China’s A00 aluminium ingot price has slumped by RMB 150 per tonne to settle at RMB 20,260 per tonne, with the spot contract price expected to be traded at a discount price of RMB 80 to RMB 40 per tonne. The average price for the same day is likely to orbit between RMB 20,240...
LME aluminium benchmark price loses US$8.5/t to US$2452.5/t; SHFE price drops to US$2802/t
The previous trading day, LME aluminium opened at US$2,522.5 per tonne, hit a high of US$2,537.5 per tonne and a low of US$2,501 per tonne, and closed at US$2,513 per tonne, down US$8 per tonne, a decrease of 0.32 per cent. On Friday, June 21, both LME aluminium cash bid price and LME aluminium...
