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Scoring high in sustainability: Atlanta Hawks and State Farm Arena collect around 1 million pounds of waste including aluminium
The Atlanta Hawks and State Farm Arena announced a significant milestone in their sustainability journey, extending heartfelt gratitude to fans, concertgoers, and partners for their active participation. They managed to divert around 3 million pounds of waste from landfills, out of which around one...
Rhenus Weserport expands its railroad facility for seamless transportation of aluminium hydroxide
For over 25 years, Rhenus Weserport Bremen has been renowned for its expertise and professionalism in the transhipment of diverse goods and materials. However, in a recent and strategic alliance with Nabaltec AG, Rhenus Weserport is embarking on significantly expanding its existing railway...
ASI accredits Chongqing Millison Technologies with the Performance Standard V3 certification
The Aluminium Stewardship Initiative (ASI) has officially declared that Chongqing Millison Technologies Inc. is now certified by the ASI Performance Standard V3 (2022). The China-based company has successfully certified its facility in the Banan District, Chongqing. SGS-CSTC Standards Technical...
Ball Corporation to shut down its Kent aluminium can manufacturing unit
Colorado-based beverage packaging giant Ball Corporation is set to close its aluminium can manufacturing facility in Kent (Rexam Beverage Can Company), as disclosed in a filing with the state of Washington. The closure, outlined in a Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification on Dec. 28, is...
LME aluminium benchmark price inches down to US$2,203/t; SHFE price moves up by US$1/t
LME aluminium opened at US$2,234 per tonne on Thursday, with high and low at US$2,252 per tonne and US$2,229.5 per tonne, respectively, before closing at US$2,235 per tonne, unchanged from the previous trading day. On Thursday, January 11, both LME aluminium cash bid price and LME aluminium...
India’s imported aluminium scrap prices retreat amidst limited trade activities
The recent downturn in the Indian aluminium scrap market can be attributed to a notable price decrease, primarily driven by a fall in futures contracts on the London Metal Exchange (LME). This decline results from limited transactions despite an increase in the number of improved offers. Many...
Hydro pioneers plasma technology to achieve zero CO2 emission during aluminium production
Hydro is advancing its commitment to achieving zero CO2 emissions in aluminium production by implementing emission-free plasma technology in the Sunndal cast house. The Norwegian Government has provided soft funding for this innovative project, recognising its potential to significantly impact...
The sail of innovation: 2023’s top 5 aluminium-driven shipbuilding projects
Aluminum is a premier choice for both structural prowess and aesthetic allure in constructing passenger ships, yachts, and expansive boats despite its heftier price tag than steel. The marine industry widely embraces aluminium sheets and extrusions, particularly in crafting high-speed ships and...
China’s A00 aluminium ingot price loses RMB110/t to RMB 19,100/t; Alumina price adds RMB2/t
On Thursday, January 11, China’s A00 aluminium ingot price dropped by RMB 110 per tonne to halt at RMB 19,100 per tonne, with the spot contract price expected to be traded at a premium price of RMB 0 to RMB 40 per tonne. The average prices may stand between RMB 19,080 per tonne and RMB 19,120 per...
LME aluminium official settlement price moves up to US$2,204/t; SHFE price loses US$10/t
LME aluminium opened at US$2,243.5 per tonne on Wednesday, with high and low at US$2,258.5 per tonne and US$2,230.5 per tonne, respectively, before closing at US$2,235 per tonne, a drop of US$7 per tonne or 0.31 per cent. On Wednesday, January 10, both LME aluminium cash bid price and LME aluminium...
Loufan Mine enters Taiyuan's third batch of municipal green mining projects
After a year of cautious deployment and comprehensive promotion, the Loufan Mine of the Shanxi Branch of Chinalco completed the acceptance examination and was chosen as one of Taiyuan's third batch of municipal green mining projects. Between November 10th and 11th, 2023, a team comprising 23...
Kyle Salmon, the first trainee to complete AMC’s aluminium boat building programme
Aluminium Marine Consultants (AMC) in East Cowes is raising its sails in celebration of a remarkable achievement—the completion of a four-year programme in aluminium boat building by its inaugural trainee, Kyle Salmon. Having navigated the intricacies of in-house aluminium boat construction...
Inalum plans to expand its Kuala Tanjung aluminium smelter in 2024
In the vibrant landscape of 2024, PT Indonesia Asahan Aluminium (Persero), also called Inalum, is poised to unfurl the sails of innovation on two grand ventures. With a resounding declaration, CEO Danny Praditya has illuminated the corporate horizon, announcing the Final Investment Decision (FID)...
China’s A00 aluminium ingot price marks a growth of RMB110/t; Alumina price ascends to RMB3,325/t
On Wednesday, January 10, China’s A00 aluminium ingot price has gained RMB 110 per tonne to clock at RMB 19,210 per tonne, with the average prices standing between RMB 19,190 per tonne and RMB 19,230 per tonne. As per the data, the prices in Chongqing and Tianjin have grown by RMB 120 per tonne to...
Alcoa announces plans to cease production at its Kwinana Alumina Refinery
Alcoa Corporation has announced its intention to cease production at the Kwinana Alumina Refinery in Western Australia in 2024, with the gradual shutdown commencing in the second quarter. The refinery, boasting an annual nameplate production capacity of 2.2 million tonnes, has been operating at...
Conexus Group launches cutting-edge $100 million aluminium rod plant, elevating Bahrain's industrial landscape
Conexus Resources Group, headquartered in the UK, has officially opened a cutting-edge aluminium rod plant in Bahrain with a substantial investment of $100 million. Konexus Aluminium, the newly established company, will be pivotal in processing liquid aluminium sourced from Bahrain's national...
LME aluminium benchmark price drops by US$10/t to US$2,205.5/t; SHFE price dips by US$14/t
LME aluminium opened at US$2,274.5 per tonne on Monday, with high and low at US$2,276 per tonne and US$2,234 per tonne, respectively, before closing at US$2,237 per tonne, a drop of US$35 per tonne or 1.54 per cent. On Monday, January 8, both LME aluminium cash bid price and LME aluminium official...
Laifen Wave unveils aluminium electric toothbrush at CES 2024
Laifen, a pioneer in personal care appliances, is thrilled to introduce its revolutionary Laifen Wave Electric Toothbrush at CES 2024. The Wave boasts a handle crafted from durable materials such as aluminium, stainless steel, and ABS plastic. Featuring a cutting-edge servo system developed by...
