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Spot prices for ADC12 aluminium alloy ingots close at INR216000/t W-o-W
BigMint's assessment indicates a marginal gain of INR 1,000 per tonne for spot prices of aluminium ADC12 alloy ingots, reaching INR 216,000 per tonne week-over-week. Tense scrap prices stood at INR 188,000 per tonne ex-Delhi, reflecting a weekly increase of INR 1,000 per tonne. The scrap-to-ADC12...

Hydro begins the onsite renewable energy production with a battery-storage and aluminium facility in Sweden
In a move towards zero emissions, Hydro Extrusion in Sweden has commenced on-site renewable energy production. The ultimate goal is fully transitioning to 100 per cent locally produced renewable energy for operating Hydro's extrusion plants in Vetlanda and Finspång. The main aim is to extrude...

JSW Group pioneers domestic production of zinc-magnesium-aluminium coated steel products in India
JSW Steel has introduced an innovative product named Magsure, a zinc-magnesium-aluminium alloy-coated steel. This specialised steel is designed for use in highly corrosive environments. It is ideal for various applications, including steel structures in solar installations, silos, guard rails, and...

China’s A00 aluminium ingot price surges by RMB640/t following Rio Tinto’s force majeure declaration; Low-carbon aluminium price expands to RMB22721/t
According to the Shanghai Metals Market survey, China's A00 aluminium ingot price has surged by RMB 640 per tonne to clock at RMB 21,710 per tonne. The spot contract price is expected to be traded at a discount price of RMB 170 to RMB 130 per tonne, whereas the average prices may range between RMB...

Belvac revolutionises beverage packaging: Introducing the 100% recyclable aluminium bottle with a built-in-carrier ring
Headquartered in the US, Belvac, a pioneer in providing the global aluminium beverage can industry with sustainable solutions, has unveiled a game-changing solution for beverage brands. The 'Belvac Carrier Ring Bottle' is not just a new product but a gateway to a more sustainable future. It enables...

Rising supply & weak cargo pick-up exerting heavy pressure on China’s domestic aluminium ingot inventory
On May 27, 2024, SMM reported that China's social inventory of aluminium ingots stood at 781,000 tonnes, with 655,000 tonnes available for sale. This marked an increase of 14,000 tonnes from the previous week and a significant year-over-year rise of 160,000 tonnes. Regarding cargo pick-up, only...

IMR Metal joins KBM online marketplace to increase availability of aluminium powder in NA
Austria's IMR Metal Powder Technologies and US-based KBM Advanced Materials have joined forces to sell and distribute IMR's aluminium metal powders for additive manufacturing (AM). Through KBM's unique metal powder marketplace and extensive distribution network in North America (NA), IMR's...

LME aluminium benchmark price surges by US$54/t to US$2,653/t; SHFE price gains US$16/t
LME aluminium opened at US$2,667 per tonne in the previous trading session, reaching a high of US$2,741.5 per tonne, a low of US$2,667 per tonne, and closed at US$2,732 per tonne, up US$74 per tonne or 2.78 per cent. On Tuesday, May 28, both LME aluminium cash bid price and LME aluminium official...

Sandvik Coromant's upcoming event to highlight the artistry of aluminium machining
Aluminium is crucial in various industries, including mobility and transportation, construction and buildings, packaging, aerospace, and defence. It is integral to nearly all energy generation, transmission, and storage technology facets. Sandvik Coromant, a global leader in metal cutting tools and...

ESG & MoECC spearheads efforts to reduce carbon footprint in the aluminium industry
The governments of Singapore and Qatar are collaborating to enhance carbon footprint accounting in the aluminium industry. Enterprise Singapore (ESG) and Qatar's Ministry of Environment and Climate Change (MoECC) are leading efforts to implement cutting-edge technologies and frameworks to achieve...

One million aluminium cans & counting: Recycling contest unlocks major milestone, CMI Reports
Did you know that over 100 billion-plus aluminium cans are expected to be recycled every year? This indicates that a billion tonnes of recycled aluminium are still in use today! As per Can Manufacturers Institute (CMI) and Scrap University Kids, a whopping 1.3 million empty aluminium beverage cans...

China’s A00 aluminium ingot price ascends to RMB21030/t; Alumina price gains RMB30/t
On Tuesday, May 28, China’s A00 aluminium ingot price gained RMB 150 per tonne to settle at RMB 21,030 per tonne. The spot contract price is expected to be traded at a discount of RMB 140 to RMB 100 per tonne. The average prices may orbit between RMB 21,010 per tonne and RMB 21,050 per tonne....

BMW unveils new-generation aluminium bionic robot grippers: A perfect choice to handle CFRP roofs
Harnessing over 30 years of experience, the German multinational manufacturer of Luxury vehicles, BMW Group, is a pioneer in additive manufacturing, commonly known as 3D printing. According to reports, BMW Group Plant Landshut has launched a new generation bionic robot gripper crafted through an...

Canada-based Westlake Royal Building expands its Cedar Renditions aluminium siding line
Canada-based Westlake Royal Building Products has unveiled an exclusive update to its Cedar Renditions aluminium siding line. The company is introducing two unique new colours: Burntwood, with a classic appeal and distinct stained woodgrain appearance, and Blonde Oak, a high-end option showcasing...

Incat’s eco-voyage: Spearheading zero-emission ferries with Capral Aluminium
Founded by Robert Clifford, Incat Tasmania is a renowned Australian manufacturer of high-speed lightweight catamarans that has revolutionised maritime engineering. Incat specialises in high-speed, lightweight aluminium passenger vehicle ferries and is synonymous with innovation and sustainability....

LME aluminium benchmark price expands to US$2599/t; SHFE price gains US$14/t
The previous trading day, LME aluminium opened at US$2,608.5 per tonne, reached a high of US$2,675 per tonne and a low of US$2,603 per tonne, and closed at US$2,658 per tonne, up US$36.5 per tonne or 1.39 per cent. On Friday, May 24, the LME aluminium cash bid price and LME aluminium official...

Sustainability weekly recap: Vedanta Aluminium aims to increase the share of renewable energy to 30% by 2030
Terms like renewable, eco-friendly, green energy, sustainable, emission reduction, have become the talk of the hour. Almost every company are looking for ways to shift towards sustainable practises. Traditionally, aluminium manufacturing has been energy-intensive, but a renewed emphasis on...

India’s aluminium scrap imports maintain the upward trajectory, rising by 5% M-o-M in April’24
In April 2024, India's imports of aluminium scrap continued their upward trajectory, growing by 5 per cent from the previous month, according to provisional data from BigMint. This followed a notable 18 per cent surge in March. However, compared to last year's corresponding period, import volumes...
