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China’s A00 aluminium ingot price stands above RMB20100/t post Qingming Festival; Low carbon aluminium price expands to RMB21002/t
On Monday, April 8, China’s A00 aluminium ingot price expanded by RMB 360 per tonne to settle at RMB 20,110 per tonne. The spot contract price is expected to be traded at a discount price of RMB 110 per tonne to RMB 70 per tonne. The average prices may range between RMB 20,090 per tonne and RMB...
Primary aluminium weekly: Chinalco & Rio Tinto CEOs discuss mutual growth strategies focussing on the aluminium industry
At the Chinalco Group headquarters on March 24, Chairman Duan Xiangdong met with Jakob Stausholm, CEO of the Rio Tinto Group, and his accompanying delegation. The discussions were thorough, emphasising the enhancement of practical collaboration to attain mutually advantageous growth. India's...
Guangtou Beihai Aluminum Phase 1 Project to produce 2 million tonnes of alumina
A significant groundbreaking ceremony marked the commencement of the annual production of 2 million tonnes of alumina and the establishment of the red mud transportation and storage facilities for the Guangxi Guangtou Beihai Green Ecological Aluminum Phase I Project. This project is of paramount...
Bang & Olufsen, in collaboration with ADER ERROR unveils limited edition speakers featuring aluminium parts
In a harmonious fusion of style and sound, Bang & Olufsen has joined forces with the visionary minds of ADER ERROR to unveil a striking collaboration. This unique partnership introduces a sleek portable speaker featuring aluminium stand and and complementary accessories, showcasing ADER ERROR's...
Chinese economic boost propels LME base metals prices to move upwards
The London Metal Exchange (LME) witnessed significant price surges across base metals following optimistic macroeconomic reports from China, with all metals marking gains by Wednesday, 3 March. Three-month aluminium futures showed a modest uptick of 2 per cent to reach $2,429 per tonne (t), while...
Premium aluminium windows & door brand Alteza enters the Maharashtra market
Aparna Enterprises Limited (AEL), one of India's rapidly expanding manufacturers of building materials, has announced the debut of its premium aluminium windows and doors brand, Alteza, in the Maharashtra market. Pune the first point The company's strategic plan begins with Pune as its focal point....
UK's Clean Harbours Partnership pushes for aluminium anodes over zinc for boat hulls
The UK's Clean Harbours Partnership is promoting the adoption of aluminium anodes over conventional zinc ones on their boat hulls. They encourage boat owners to transition from zinc to lighter and more efficient aluminium anodes, citing benefits for performance enhancement and environmental...
Raw material shortage raises India's ADC12 aluminium ingot price W-o-W
The spot prices for Aluminium ADC12 alloy ingot, equivalent to automobile grade, saw a modest rise of INR 2,000 per tonne to reach INR 213,000 per tonne week-on-week (w-o-w) exw Delhi, excluding GST. In the current market, firm offers are noted in Delhi and Chennai at INR 182,000-183,000 per tonne....
LME aluminium price surges by US$60.5/t boosted by strong Japan premiums; SHFE market is closed for the Qingming Festival
Aluminium showed strong performance yesterday, supported by factors like higher premiums in Japan and better-than-expected economic data from China, which countered worries about reduced demand from the world's largest consumer. Additionally, encouraging news from U.S. manufacturing, showing...
Boa Sorte, Hydro Rein's milestone solar plant project begins its commercial operations in Brazil
The 438-megawatt (MW) solar complex, Boa Sorte, located in Minas Gerais, Brazil, has commenced its commercial operations. This expansive power plant is set to provide renewable energy to the Albras aluminium smelter. The solar plant, which comprises multiple projects, is the result of collaboration...
LME aluminium benchmark price hikes by US$11.5/t ; SHFE market will remain closed for the Qingming Festival
On Wednesday, April 3, LME aluminium cash bid price and LME aluminium official settlement price hiked by US$11.5 per tonne or 0.49 per cent to stand at US$2,333.50 per tonne and US$2,334 per tonne. As per the LME data, 3-month bid price and 3-month offer price hiked by US$15.5 per tonne or 0.65 per...
Green Yip takes helm as the regional managing director for L’OCCITANE Group’s travel retail division
The L'OCCITANE Group, a leading figure in premium sustainable beauty and wellness and a certified B Corporation, has appointed Green Yip as the Regional Managing Director for Travel Retail in APAC (Asia Pacific Region), effective immediately. In this pivotal role, Green Yip will shape the future...
Hyundai revokes MoU with Adaro Minerals' coal-powered aluminium smelter over climate concern outcry by K-Pop fans
The Hyundai Motor Company has announced its decision to cancel the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) it had in place to procure aluminium from the new 1.1GW coal power plant-powered smelter in North Kalimantan, Indonesia. This plant is operated by Adaro Minerals, a subsidiary of Adaro, the...
Rising LME futures & supply crunch propel India’s imported aluminium scrap prices upward
Imported aluminium scrap prices in India increased slightly, bolstered by the rising trend in LME (London Metal Exchange) futures prices and persistent supply shortages. As reported, the three-month LME price stood at around $2,375 per tonne, marking a 2.4 per cent increase compared to the previous...
NALCO’s FY23-24 cast metal production hits a new high at 4,63,428 tonnes
National Aluminium Company Ltd. (NALCO), the country’s leading manufacturer and exporter of alumina and aluminium, set new production and sales records for FY23-24. The company has achieved its: highest-ever cast metal production of 4,63,428 tonnes highest-ever bauxite excavation of 76,00,230...
China’s A00 aluminium ingot price grows to RMB19,750/t; Low-carbon aluminium price gains RMB171/t
On Wednesday, April 3, China’s A00 aluminium ingot price has gained RMB 170 per tonne to settle at RMB 19,750 per tonne, with the spot contract price expected to be traded at a discount price of RMB 110 per tonne to RMB 70 per tonne. The average prices are expected to range between RMB 110 per...
Rio Tinto and Chinalco group discuss strategic partnership, eye industry growth
On March 24, at the headquarters of the Chinalco Group, Chairman Duan Xiangdong hosted a meeting with Jakob Stausholm, CEO of the Rio Tinto Group, along with his accompanying delegation. The discussions were extensive, focusing on advancing practical collaboration to achieve mutually beneficial...
smartwater comes in a new format: Launches sleek 12-oz. aluminium cans for hydration-on-the-go
smartwater fans can now enjoy their favourite crisp, vapour-distilled hydration in a new format. The pioneering brand, known for its innovative offerings since its debut nearly three decades ago, introduced 12-oz. aluminium cans with a fresh, sophisticated look. These cans provide a functional and...
