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China’s alumina & primary aluminium production reflected significant growth in Q1 2024
The Aluminum Branch of the China Non-Ferrous Metals Industry Association convened a symposium on April 16. The conference was organised for key aluminium enterprises highlighting the operational aspects of the industry for 2023 and the first quarter of 2024. Focus of the conference Regarding...
LME aluminium price moves up to US$2,545/t; SHFE is closed for Labour Day Holiday
On Tuesday, April 30, both LME aluminium cash bid price and LME aluminium official settlement price moved up by US$8.5 per tonne or 0.33 per cent to settle at US$2,544.50 per tonne and US$2,545 per tonne. As per the LME price graph , 3-month bid price and 3-month offer price ascended by US$8.5 per...
Henan Nonferrous Aluminum Processing Association welcomes Liu Jie as the new President
At the Seventh Member Representative Meeting of the Henan Nonferrous Aluminum Processing Association, Liu Jie, the General Manager of Mingtai Aluminum, was elected as the new President of the China-based association. Sixty-one representatives from 29 member enterprises actively participated in this...
Mirroring its 2030 sustainability goals with aluminium bottles: BlueTriton
BlueTriton, the water and beverage company has bolstered its dedication to sustainability by introducing its latest aluminium bottle packaging. This innovative bottle will soon be available for five of its prominent brands: Poland Spring, Deer Park, Ice Mountain, Arrowhead, and Pure Life. This...
Alle Alumínio joins ASI as the new Production and Transformation member
Aluminium Stewardship Initiative (ASI) announced the joining of Alle Alumínio Ltda as the new Production and Transformation member. Based in Betim, Minas Gerais, Alle epitomises excellence, innovation, and dependability at its core, positioning us as the premier company in Minas Gerais for...
Korean market raises concern over US Government’s anti-dumping investigation targeting aluminium extrusion products
The preliminary ruling by the U.S. government on an anti-dumping investigation concerning imported aluminium products has sparked concerns within the Korean industry. In response to this development, the Korean Ministry of Trade, Industry, and Energy (MOTIE) convened a countermeasures meeting with...
LME aluminium price loses US$23/t to US$2,536.5/t; SHFE price drops by US$3/t
LME aluminium opened at US$2,567 per tonne in the previous trading day, with its high and low at US$2,595.5 per tonne and US$2,542.5 per tonne, respectively, before closing at US$2,588 per tonne, up US$27.5 per tonne or 1.07 per cent. On Monday, April 29, both LME aluminium cash bid price and LME...
Alupro voices disappointment over delay in DRS by the UK Government
Last week, on April 25th, the UK government made a significant announcement regarding the Deposit Return Scheme (DRS) for drinks containers. They revealed that the scheme's implementation would be postponed until October 2027. Alongside this postponement, DEFRA disclosed several decisions regarding...
Sula’s sustainability journey reaches new high with Gold-Level certification from IWCA
Nestled in the tranquil Nashik Valley of India, Sula Vineyards stands as a beacon of excellence, renowned for its exceptional wines and unwavering commitment to sustainable viticulture. Having said this, in a continued effort to sustainable packaging, the company also introduced many of its...
Asistal Alüminyum joins ASI as the new Production & Transformation member
The Aluminium Stewardship Initiative (ASI) is a collaborative effort within the aluminium sector to advance sustainability across the entire value chain. ASI certification serves as a testament to the commitment of both aluminium producers and users to uphold high standards in social...
Cold Town Beer unveils bold new look: 3 new flavours in sleek and recyclable aluminium cans
Edinburgh's beloved microbrewery, Cold Town Beer, has embarked on an exciting journey of rebranding across its flagship and experimental craft beer lineup. Responding keenly to consumers' desires, the brewery now presents its brews in larger and bolder aluminium cans, reflecting a commitment to...
China’s alumina spot price maintains the upward trajectory, grows to RMB3420/t; A00 aluminium ingot price gains RMB160/t
On Monday, April 29, the average alumina spot price gained RMB 30 per tonne to settle at RMB 3,420 per tonne. The alumina prices have shown growth in all the provinces, with the highest in Bayuquan, where it has hiked by RMB 70 per tonne to arrive at RMB 3,500 per tonne, followed by an upward...
Downstream weekly recap: Hydro Extrusions’ third press line caters to the growing demand across construction & transportation sector
The aluminium downstream sector plays a critical role in the processing and utilization of aluminium, a versatile and lightweight metal with a wide range of applications. In 2024, the forecast for the downstream aluminium sector presents a blend of challenges and opportunities. The looming...
Montreal boosts recycling efforts with new aluminium cans deposit centre in Consignaction
On Earth Day, a new drop-off point was unveiled at 1301 Beaubien St. in Rosemont-La Petite-Patrie, offering a convenient way to recycle aluminium cans and bottles. This Consignaction Centre, the first of many planned for Montreal Island and across the province, is equipped with recycling machines...
Can-One USA aims to produce two billion aluminium beverage cans at its Nashua facility
Can-One USA, a division of the Malaysia-headquartered can manufacturing company Can-One, has commenced operations at its newly established facility in the United States. The plant, which spans 180,000 square feet and is located in Nashua, New Hampshire, anticipates an annual output of two billion...
BasiGo’s momentum leap: Secures order for 500 e-buses from PSV owners
A Kenyan electric bus company headquartered in Nairobi, BasiGo, has secured a substantial order for 500 buses from public service vehicle (PSV) operators in Nairobi. This significant influx of orders marks a monumental leap for the company, catapulting its bus sales to nearly 24 times their current...
LME aluminium benchmark price moves up by US$1/t; SHFE price gains US$20/t
LME aluminium opened at US$2,585 per tonne yesterday, with its high and low at US$2,612 per tonne and US$2,560.5 per tonne, respectively, before closing at US$2,571 per tonne, down US$13 per tonne or 0.5 per cent. On Thursday, April 25, both LME aluminium cash bid price and LME aluminium official...
Roberts Metal Packaging earns the prestigious AA+ Rating for all of its aluminium & tinplate containers
Roberts Metal Packaging has proudly attained the esteemed AA+ rating, the highest possible standard, in packaging materials globally, as awarded by BRCGS (Brand Reputation through Compliance Global Standard). Achieving an AA+ rating signifies that all pre-threaded screw-caps, godets, and aluminium...
