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India’s ADC12 aluminium ingot price in Delhi drops marginally to INR215000/t W-o-W
BigMint's latest assessment indicated a slight decline in spot prices for aluminium ADC12 alloy ingots in Delhi NCR, now at INR 215,000 per tonne, week-on-week. Additionally, tense scrap prices fell by INR 3,000 per tonne to INR 185,000 per tonne ex-Delhi, with the scrap-to-ADC12 spread recorded at...
Leading aluminium shipbuilder to deliver four 27m Z-Bow CTVs to Europe & Asia
Strategic Marine, a leading aluminium shipbuilder, has announced a significant advancement in the maritime industry. Partnering with the renowned design firm BMT Limited, Strategic Marine is set to construct four state-of-the-art 27m Z-Bow Crew Transfer Vessels (CTVs) for Ventus Marine, serving the...
The alloy of choice: Aluminium’s dominance in the bicycle industry
The use of aluminium in bike frames can be traced back to the late 19th century. Since then, it has been one of the most relied-on and widely used materials for bike frames. Notable companies like Brompton, Hero Lectro, Orange Bikes, etc, have incorporated aluminium in their bicycle frames. When...
LME aluminium benchmark price inches down to US$2476/t; SHFE price drops by US$32/t
The previous trading day, LME aluminium opened at US$2,541.5 per tonne, reached a high of US$2,581.5 per tonne, a low of US$2,520 per tonne, and closed at US$2,569 per tonne, up US$25 per tonne, or 0.98 per cent. On Wednesday, June 12, both LME aluminium cash bid price and LME aluminium official...
Oyster Cooler unlocks a breakthrough with Speira’s VERSA 8006 aluminium solution
Ian Sandmæl, co-founder and product designer at Oyster Performance Cooler, aimed to create a modern cool box using sustainable and recyclable materials like aluminium. He prioritised ensuring the box was lightweight and provided significantly better insulation, which is when the Oyster Tempo Cooler...
Alia Yachts launches its masterpiece, the all-aluminium 45m mototryacht
Alia Yachts, situated in Antalya, Turkey, proudly announces the completion of its latest masterpiece: SAN, a bespoke, all-aluminium, 45-meter motor yacht. Following a series of successful sea trials, the vessel is slated for delivery to her eager owners this June. Anticipation is high as SAN...
Global beverage cans market to surge by US$5.24 billion, driven by millennials’ love for RTDs
According to Technavio, the global beverage can market is projected to grow by $5.24 billion from 2024 to 2028, with an estimated CAGR of over 2.79 per cent during this period. The ready-to-drink (RTD) coffee and tea market has seen substantial growth, driven by increasing health consciousness and...
LME aluminium benchmark price declines by US$40.5/t; SHFE price drops to US$2870/t
The previous trading day, LME aluminium opened at US$2,575.5 per tonne, reached a high of US$2,589 per tonne, a low of US$2,529 per tonne, and closed at US$2,544 per tonne, down US$38 per tonne, a drop of 1.47 per cent. On Tuesday, June 11, both LME aluminium cash bid price and LME aluminium...
Pedalling towards net zero with world’s first bicycle rim featuring Hydro CIRCAL 100R
A partnership that began in 2023 has finally yielded results this year. Hydro, the Norwegian aluminium and renewable energy company, joined forces with London-based bicycle manufacturer Brompton to incorporate Hydro's low-carbon aluminium into Brompton's bicycle lineup. Finally, in 2024, Brompton...
Aluminium jar lid innovation at KeHE Holiday Show in Chicago
EEASY Lid, the world's first aluminium lug jar lid developed by Consumer Convenience Technologies (CCT), will be displayed at the KeHE Holiday Show on June 12-13 in Chicago by Chilau Foods. Through a simple button press on the lid, users can effortlessly open vacuum-sealed jars, reducing the...
Realme NARZO N63: Budget smartphone featuring aluminium camera deco & vegan leather design
Realme has entered the Indian budget smartphone market with its latest offering, the Realme NARZO N63, featuring a premium vegan leather design and leading-edge specifications. Available in three variants—premium vegan leather, sparkle design, and aluminium camera deco—the device offers a sleek...
New technology uses aluminium & copper to extract phosphorus from water
An innovative project near Nubbin Slough, spearheaded by Curt Cramer of NuQuatic Advanced Water Technologies, is utilising aluminium and copper to extract phosphorus from the water. About the process This process employs a galvanic reaction initiated by the electrical connection of aluminium and...
LME aluminium benchmark price dwindles by US$63/t; SHFE price contracts by US$44/t
On the previous trading day, LME aluminium opened at US$2,576 per tonne, reached a high of US$2,586.5 per tonne, a low of US$2,550.5 per tonne, and closed at US$2,582 per tonne, up US$6 per tonne, an increase of 0.23 per cent. On Monday, June 10, both LME aluminium cash bid price and LME aluminium...
Ruler of RAK inaugurates Sobha Modular’s new aluminium facades manufacturing facility
UAE-based Sobha Modular Industries, known for producing aluminium facades and bathroom pods, has recently opened a new manufacturing facility in Al Hamra, Ras Al Khaimah. His Highness Sheikh Saud bin Saqr Al Qasimi, Member of the UAE Supreme Council and Ruler of Ras Al Khaimah (RAK) inaugurated the...
Yobe Govt. promotes industrial growth: Plans to revive Sahel Aluminium and other industries in the region
Under the dynamic leadership of Governor Mai Mala Buni, the Yobe State government has embarked on a mission to rejuvenate vital industries within the state. His recent announcement of the reactivation of key sectors such as the Sahel Aluminium Company, Yobe Flour and Feed Mills Company, and the...
Henan hosts advanced aluminium-based materials industry chain promotion meeting
On May 23, a collaborative conference was held in Zhengzhou, focusing on Henan's advanced aluminium-based material industry chain scheduling and promotion. The meeting underscored the significance of advanced aluminium-based materials as a vital element of new materials for strategic emerging...
US initiates anti-dumping and countervailing probes on disposable aluminium tableware from China
On May 16, 2024, the Aluminum Container Manufacturers Association, an American applicant, applied with the US Department of Commerce and the US International Trade Commission. The application was filed to initiate an anti-dumping and countervailing investigation into disposable aluminium tableware...
Austria emerges as the top country for recycling globally: Says new study funded by IAI & others
A new study by Reloop and Eunomia Research and Consulting has revealed that Austria is the world's top country for recycling materials like aluminium, steel, plastic and others. In the UK, Wales ranks 2nd globally, while Northern Ireland, England, and Scotland are ranked 9th, 11th, and 15th,...
