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9.49% increase from August 7 to 13, putting Choil Aluminum back on investor watchlists
Choil Aluminum, the first company to manufacture aluminium semi-fabrication products in the Korean market, reports its stock has risen impressively to 100 per cent in comparison to the last five years. In the previous year, the company witnessed its stock price rise by 11 per cent. The company has demonstrated robust earnings growth, achieving an average annual increase of 56.3 per cent, significantly outpacing the Metals and Mining industry's 5.7 per cent growth rate. The company's revenues have expanded at a steady average rate of 8.5 per cent per year. Additionally, the company has also reported its return on equity of 8.1 per cent alongside net profit margins of 3.3 per cent. Share price movement Day-on-day On August 13, 2025, Choil Aluminum's stock opened at KRW 1,625 (USD 1.25),...
93% of Vedanta Aluminium’s latest hires are young graduates and emerging professionals
Vedanta Aluminium, India's largest aluminium producer, commemorated the International Youth Day by highlighting the contribution of its young workforce in driving innovation, sustainability and technological advancements across its operations in Odisha, Chhattisgarh and Andhra Pradesh. Combining the agility of a start-up with the scale of a global conglomerate, Vedanta is strategically developing a future-ready talent pipeline. Each year, Vedanta onboards nearly 2,000 fresh graduates from leading institutions such as IITs and IIMs. Supported by comprehensive learning and development programmes, the company has built a robust pipeline of over 3,000 young leaders through structured talent management initiatives. With an average employee age of 31 and 65 per cent of its workforce below 35,...
Every Can Counts raises funds by recycling aluminium cans to aid burn-injured children
Country-wide, over 300 children are hospitalised annually due to burn-related injuries, according to data from the American Burn Association. By recycling aluminium cans through a statewide fundraiser, the Every Can Counts program raises funds annually to support burn-injured children with financial aid, care kits and custom compression garments. In South Carolina, the Firefighters Burned Children's Fund is working to ensure young burn victims receive comprehensive resources, addressing both recovery and prevention needs. The initiative further operates in partnership with the paediatric burn team at the Medical University of South Carolina, combining expertise and community support to improve outcomes. In addition to financial assistance, impacted families receive care kits and...
Aluminium stocks at Japan ports dip again in July - what’s behind the shift?
Japan’s aluminium market in mid-2025 reflects a mixed picture, with inventories steadily declining despite increased imports. The trend suggests a tightening supply environment, shaped by shifting trade flows, evolving demand patterns and broader economic dynamics. As of July 2025, Marubeni Corp., a leading Japanese general trading house, reported that aluminium inventories across Japan's three key ports, Yokohama, Nagoya and Osaka, declined by 0.4 per cent to 315,400 tonnes. The cause behind the sudden shift The demand front According to data from the Japan Aluminum Association (JAA), Japan's aluminium demand reached 895,100 tonnes in the first quarter of 2025, up by 1.4 per cent year-on-year. Domestic consumption rose by 1.3 per cent to nearly 860,000 tonnes, while exports recorded a...
Energy crisis fuels Senator's jab at Tomago smelter's green shift
Australia, despite sitting on vast natural gas reserves, now finds itself staring down the barrel of not one, but two energy crises , one gripping the east coast and the other looming over Western Australia. Amid the turmoil, Nationals Senator Matt Canavan took a swipe at Rio Tinto's green energy ambitions, cheekily suggesting the strategy had left its Tomago aluminium smelter, one of the country's largest, on its knees. Australia's biggest aluminium producer, Rio Tinto-owned Tomago facility, in early July, sought billions of dollars in public funds, with the aim of nipping the bud collapse as the local aluminium industry began to face the energy cost crisis. The New South Wales (NSW) government has confirmed it is in talks to prevent the potential collapse of the giant Tomago aluminium...
Vedanta Aluminium’s logistics network moves over 55 million tonnes of cargo in FY2025
Regardless of the industry, an efficient and advanced logistics network is essential for seamless transportation. Recognising this, Vedanta Aluminium, India's largest aluminium producer, has developed a sophisticated logistics infrastructure that facilitated the movement of over 55 million tonnes of cargo in the financial year 2025. With operations focused primarily in Odisha, Chhattisgarh and Andhra Pradesh, the company's logistics network exemplifies significant scale, operational accuracy and a strong emphasis on sustainability. Vedanta Aluminium is driving one of the country's most advanced and high-capacity logistics networks, having transported over 55 million tonnes of raw materials and finished aluminium products in FY2025. To put this in perspective, Indian Railways handled...
Constellium & PyroGenesis advance aluminium remelting with cutting-edge plasma torch tech
In 2024, Constellium, a global leader in aluminium product development, manufacturing and recycling of aluminium products, joined hands with PyroGenesis, a world leader in advanced plasma process technologies, to procure state-of-the-art plasma torch technology designed to serve as efficient heating sources for aluminium remelting furnaces. As of August 11, 2025, the companies have successfully finalised the acquisition of the technology. Following the purchase, the advanced plasma torch technology will be incorporated into a demonstrator furnace at a Constellium-owned casthouse, further to explore opportunities for sustainable high-temperature industrial heating solutions. Concerning this exchange, P. Peter Pascali, President and CEO of PyroGenesis, stated, "Streamlining energy use by...
Aluminium foil hack keeps hummingbird feeders cool & nectar safe this summer
Summer's soaring temperatures can turn your hummingbird feeder into a spoiled trap, but a simple trick with aluminium foil might just keep that nectar fresh and safe. Summer's soaring temperatures can turn a hummingbird feeder into a spoiled trap, but a simple trick with aluminium foil might just keep that nectar fresh and safe. Known for its reflective efficiency, aluminium foil can help shield feeders from heat and sunlight, making it a practical and inexpensive safeguard during the hottest months. With ambient temperatures exceeding 90°F, the sucrose-based nectar in hummingbird feeders is prone to rapid spoilage, leading to fermentation or the development of harmful bacteria and mould that pose significant risks to avian health. Applying an aluminium foil wrap around the feeder serves...
Midal Cables launches recycled aluminium rods, upholding sustainability
Driven by the pursuit of greater sustainability, the global recycled aluminium industry continues to witness near-daily advancements in innovation. This momentum has now extended to the aluminium wire rod sector, with Kingdom of Bahrain-based Midal Cables, a leading manufacturer and distributor of a wide range of cables, announcing the launch of its new line of recycled aluminium rod products, branded as MiRecAL. The newly launched MiRecAL product line is available in two key variants, incorporating 15 per cent and 30 per cent recycled aluminium content. It is estimated that these recycled aluminium wire rods can reduce greenhouse gas emissions by approximately 29 per cent compared to conventional aluminium wire rod manufacturing processes, underscoring their strong sustainability efforts...
Aluminium sliding doors by Parallel Doors and Windows set a new standard for modern spaces
In response to evolving spatial needs that balance functionality and aesthetics, Parallel Doors and Windows, a specialised window solution designed to provide maximum ventilation, has introduced its latest innovation, the Aluminium Sliding Door, engineered for modern architectural applications. The new modern aluminium sliding door is designed for seamless functionality and crafted with purpose. This launch redefines the conventional door, offering a sophisticated design solution that enhances both form and user experience in contemporary spaces. Constructed with durable aluminium and refined with glass, the aluminium sliding door will deliver a balanced design narrative which merges the strength with elegance, transparency with discretion and stillness with articulation. Its ultra-slim...
Custom pump solution conquers 87°C heat at UK aluminium site
A UK aluminium casting facility facing repeated pump failures due to extreme water temperatures, which go up to 87°C, has successfully implemented a custom high-heat pumping solution developed by Wildon UK and KSB, ensuring uninterrupted operations. In recent times, A UK aluminium ingot supplier encountered recurring pump failures in its casting pit due to excessively high process water temperatures surpassing standard submersible pump thresholds. Recognising the operational risk, the company engaged Wildon UK, which collaborated with KSB to engineer a customised high-performance pumping solution. The underlying challenge The casting process demanded the return of cooling water from the pit, where temperatures consistently reached 80°C and occasionally spiked to 87°C, far exceeding the...
India, Russia deepen industrial ties amid shifting global trade tides
A new protocol has been signed between India and Russia with the sole aim of deepening the industrial cooperation concerning aluminium, railways and the mining sector. At the 11th session of the India-Russia Working Group on Modernisation and Industrial Cooperation, both nations reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening bilateral collaboration across key sectors. Discussions highlighted increased engagement in aluminium , fertilisers and railway transport, along with mutual focus on capacity building and technology transfer in mining equipment, exploration and industrial and domestic waste management. As per the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, the discussion between the two countries was conducted under the framework of the India-Russia Intergovernmental Commission on Trade,...
Molson Coors Q2 result: Profit squeeze looms as tariffs bite and demand dips
The sharp hike in aluminium tariffs under the Trump administration, from 25 per cent to 50 per cent, has significantly disrupted the aluminium industry and its dependent sectors, directly impacting corporate earnings. The beverage industry, in particular, has felt the strain. Molson Coors, which previously reported an 11.3 per cent decline in net sales for Q1 , has now released its Q2 results, indicating plans to revise its financial outlook downward due to continued softness in beer demand and the mounting pressure from aluminium tariffs. Q2 financial results Molson Coors in the second quarter reported a 1.6 per cent decline in net sales on a reported basis and a 2.6 per cent decrease in constant currency. The US GAAP income before income taxes fell by 0.9 per cent to USD 554.9 million,...
Garden City Equity acquires Commercial Residential Aluminum entering new AL segment
Garden City Equity, an Atlanta-based holding company, has announced the acquisition of Commercial Residential Aluminium (CRA), a Venice-based manufacturer of outdoor aluminium products serving both residential and commercial markets. The deal underscores Garden City Equity's strategy to expand its portfolio in the building and outdoor solutions sector. Founded in 1992, CRA operates three facilities across the state and specialises in patio enclosures, fencing, railing and other custom aluminium structures. The acquiring firm is pursuing a strategy of investing in founder-led businesses and plans to support CRA's continued growth within its core markets while driving expansion into new regions. Doug Sorantino, Chief Executive Officer of CRA, stated, "This partnership with Garden City marks...
Guinea strips EGA of concession, hands control to state backed miner
As of August 5, 2025, Guinea has revoked the bauxite concession previously awarded to Guinea Alumina Corporation (GAC), a subsidiary of Emirates Global Aluminium (EGA), citing violations of the national mining code. The concession has been reassigned to a newly established state-backed entity. This move signals a potential strategic shift by Guinea towards prioritising domestic utilisation of mineral resources and reducing reliance on international operators. Dubai-based EGA, operating in Guinea through its subsidiary GAC, holds a 690-square-kilometre mining concession estimated to contain approximately 400 million tonnes of bauxite reserves. A decree issued late Monday stated that GAC failed to meet regulatory requirements mandating mining companies to submit refinery development plans....
US–India trade friction deepens as US rejects consultation at WTO
Note: This image is AI-generated and for representation purpose only On August 5, 2025, the Indian government informed Parliament that the US has rejected its request for consultations at the World Trade Organisation (WTO) concerning the recent US tariffs on aluminium, steel and related products. Earlier, following Trump’s decision to double tariffs on aluminium and steel from 25 per cent to 50 per cent, India approached the WTO, arguing that these duties should not be classified as safeguard measures . The development now puts focus on how the US–India trade dynamics may evolve in the coming period. In a recent written response to the Lok Sabha, Minister of State for Commerce and Industry Jitin Prasada stated that the US has justified these measures on national security grounds....
Rio Tinto releases tailings safety with bold new disclosures
In alignment with the Global Industry Standard on Tailings Management (GISTM) and its commitment to achieving zero harm, Rio Tinto, a leading global mining group engaged in the discovery, mining and processing of the Earth's mineral resources has published comprehensive details on its global tailings facilities, setting a benchmark for safe and responsible tailings management across the industry. In the recent disclosure, the company has made an update on 14 tailings facilities, which are being rated very high or extreme consequences under the GISTM classifications. This has been previously disclosed on August 4, 2023 and in today's time, new information on the 84 tailings facilities are released, which are rated as low, high or significant. Rio Tinto Chief Technical Officer Mark Davies...
Arfin secures 900-tonne aluminium deox order, boosting its steel sector footprint
A significant collaboration has been established in the Indian aluminium downstream sector. Arfin India Limited, a prominent manufacturer of high-quality aluminium products, including wire and wire rods , has secured a domestic order from JFE Shoji India Private Limited. The order entails the supply of 900 tonnes of aluminium deoxidiser (deox) products for August 2025, marking a key development in product innovation and supply chain alignment within the industry. Domestic supply of aluminium deox Arfin India Limited has secured the order at a total value of INR 25.98 crore (USD 3.12 million), with the aluminium deox products scheduled for delivery to various steel mills across western India. As per the company's exchange filing dated August 4, 2025, the order was facilitated through its...
