Alumil India, the fully-owned Indian subsidiary of Alumil Group, has successfully delivered advanced fenestration solutions for NICMAR University in Pune, transforming a precast campus vision into a functional, durable and future facing learning environment. The project required approximately three hundred windows within a tight timeline which was successfully delivered by Alumil India. The project deployed Alumil’s top-hung window systems combined with sleek mullions and glazing. “NICMAR University presented an opportunity to demonstrate how fenestration can become an integral part of both a building’s architecture and its performance. The project required us to respond to large openings, intensive daily usage, acoustic and weather considerations, safety, and the specific challenges of...
Anshika Jain resigned as Company Secretary and Compliance Officer of Golkonda Aluminium Extrusions Ltd. on October 24, 2026, citing personal reasons. The company informed the Bombay Stock Exchange about her resignation under Regulation 30 of the SEBI Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements Regulations, 2015. To know the global production, demand and consumption forecasts of aluminium extrusions, explore our report " The World of Aluminium Extrusions to 2035 " In her letter, Jain said there were no other reasons for her resignation beyond the personal reasons mentioned. She also asked the Board to accept her resignation and complete the required formalities under the Companies Act, 2013. Managing Director Geeta Sethi signed the disclosure on behalf of the company’s Board. The...
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As of July 1, 2025, the European Commission has fired the starting gun on what could be one of the most consequential trade decisions for the European aluminium industry in recent years. The Commission has issued an official notice of impending expiry for the anti-dumping duties currently levied on aluminium extrusions imported from the People’s Republic of China. In turn, the retraction can conceivably trigger a sharp recalibration of regional manufacturing strategies and market dynamics. Image for representational purposes only Unless a formal review request is submitted by EU producers before the end of 2025, the anti-dumping measures will lapse at midnight on March 31, 2026, as stipulated in Regulation (EU) 2016/1036 and documented in Notice C/2025/3573, published in the Official...
Yongmaotai Automotive Technology, a Chinese manufacturer of aluminium alloy auto parts, has announced plans to invest CNY 450 million (USD 62.8 million) in a new factory in Mexico. The move aims to help its European and US clients navigate uncertainties in global trade policies. According to a statement released yesterday by the Shanghai-based firm, its two Singaporean subsidiaries will jointly establish a Mexican entity to finance, construct, and manage the facility. The project is expected to take approximately two years to complete, though further details were not disclosed. Yongmaotai Automotive Technology said the Mexico investment is aimed at mitigating the negative impact of shifting tariff policies on the supply chains of its European and US customers. The move is also intended to...
Hind Aluminium, a maker of aluminium and alloy conductors and aluminium wire rods, recently changed their evaluation to reflect a neutral posture in the face of operating performance issues. The company reported a steep year-over-year profit decline of 53.5 per cent, with Q4 FY24-25 profit after tax dropping to INR 4.01 crore (USD 467,706) – a sharp 38.4 per cent contraction over the past six months alone. Image source: Hind Aluminium Industries Limited (LinkedIn) In addition to the numbers, this company's negative EBIT to interest of -8.44 suggests that there are structural impediments to managing available debt vs financial stability. This changes the technical picture to go from a slightly bullish outlook to neutral. In the June quarter of FY2024-25, the company's net profit was INR...
In a move that underscores the growing importance of advanced process analytics in metals manufacturing, Iceland-based metals analytics specialist DTE has announced a strategic collaboration with Arconic Corporation, a global leader in aluminium products, including sheets, plates, and more. The partnership aims to elevate process efficiency and product quality by integrating DTE’s cutting-edge molten metal composition analysis technology into Arconic’s operations. The collaboration kicks off with a pilot project at a selected Arconic facility in North America. This initiative will utilise DTE’s advanced LP-LIBS™ Analyser, designed for real-time chemical composition analysis of molten aluminium in furnace operations. The technology enables precise process control, boosting throughput,...
Patriot Aluminum is relocating from its former facility in Denton, Maryland, to a new site on Whitehurst Drive near Seaford, Delaware. The company has purchased a 45,000-square-foot warehouse and is investing $4.8 million to equip and upgrade the facility for the production, assembly, and distribution of metal fencing products. The move brings 20 existing jobs from Maryland, with an additional 19 full-time positions to be created at the Delaware location over the next three years. According to a release from the Delaware Prosperity Partnership (PPP), these roles will span both skilled and unskilled positions, including sales, administrative, and managerial jobs. “Patriot Aluminum is excited to relocate and be a part of Seaford’s rebirth,” said Patriot Aluminum Controller George Hufnagel...
Runaya, a Vedanta Group company renowned for its zero-waste and zero-discharge aluminium processing facility, is moving towards a strategic investment roadmap, indicating a significant shift toward integrated, export-ready, sustainable manufacturing solutions. Future growth & strategic focus By 2026, Runaya plans to enter the production of gas-atomised aluminium powder through a partnership with global leader Eckart. The company is also developing new business lines, including ISF, aluminium alloys, and value-added recycling streams, positioning itself to meet evolving global industrial demands. Over the next 18 months, more than INR 750 crore (USD 90 million) will be invested across critical and minor metals, metal waste recovery, telecom materials, and infrastructure products. These...
Ricoh 3D, headquartered in Telford, has announced plans to showcase its aluminium Binder Jetting (BJT) technology alongside its next-generation thermal management solutions at the upcoming Battery Cells & Systems Expo. Scheduled for July 9–10, 2025, the event will take place at the NEC, Birmingham, UK. With sustainability now a driving force in product innovation, Ricoh 3D highlights the growing demand for low-carbon, energy-efficient technologies as businesses increasingly reassess how products are designed, manufactured, and managed across their entire lifecycle. The rapid growth of electric vehicles (EVs) clearly illustrates this shift. As global mandates push for advanced battery packs, inverters, and electric motors, engineers face new challenges in managing the intense heat produced...
National Aluminium Company Limited (NALCO), a Navratna CPSE under the Ministry of Mines, Government of India, has broadened its product portfolio with the launch of its latest innovation, the IA90 Grade Aluminium Alloy Ingot. This strategic introduction is designed to meet the increasing and evolving demands of the automotive industry. The IA90 alloy was officially unveiled by NALCO's Director (Commercial), Sadashiv Samantaray, at the Smelter and Power Complex in Angul, in the presence of senior officials and technical experts. The mentioned alloy, known for its high strength, wear resistance, and corrosion resistance, is also suitable for use in electric vehicles (EVs), particularly in structural components and parts such as wheels. The automotive industry has emerged as a significant...
CIE Aluminium Casting India Limited (CIEALCAST), a wholly owned subsidiary of CIE Automotive India, will acquire up to a 29 per cent stake in AMPIN Energy C&I Thirty One Private Limited for INR 1.75 crore, as per a recent stock exchange filing. This strategic investment is aligned with CIE Automotive India’s sustainability agenda and is aimed at reducing power expenses and boosting the use of renewable energy at its energy-intensive manufacturing operations. AMPIN Energy C&I Thirty One will set up a 5 MWp (3.3 MWac) captive solar power plant, which will supply green energy to CIEALCAST’s facility in Ch. Sambhaji Nagar, Maharashtra, helping the company optimise energy costs. CIE Automotive India has announced that its investment in AMPIN Energy C&I Thirty One Private Limited will help...
Cymat Technologies Ltd. has announced the signing of a Letter of Intent (LOI) with Rio Tinto Alcan Inc. (RTA) to acquire the technology and associated know-how for manufacturing RTA’s proprietary aluminium metal matrix composites (MMC). As part of the agreement, Cymat also aims to facilitate the seamless transition of RTA’s existing customer base for the product. RTA, which has been producing and marketing this specialised material, is exiting the MMC business as part of a broader strategic reorganisation. To ensure continuity for its long-standing customers, RTA is working toward an uninterrupted handover. Cymat, which relies on MMC as the core material for producing its stabilised aluminium foam (SAF), stated that acquiring this technology is a strategic move aligned with its growth...
The Indian government has taken a bold step by implementing five-year anti-dumping duties on aluminium foil from Russia, China and Taiwan. The duties are imposed under the finding of unfair trade practices that are poised to hurt the domestic industries, following the Indian aluminium extrusion industry’s demand to implement safeguard measures to protect the underutilised domestic units from potential overdumping by Free Trade Agreement countries. With the anti-dumping duties for the next five years, where is the Indian aluminium foil industry heading? Image source: iasgyan.in Back in March 2024, India launched a probe into aluminium foil imports from China to safeguard the interest of the domestic industries. This was initiated in response to the complaint filed by key domestic players...
Uno Minda, a leading automotive components and systems manufacturing company, is setting up an aluminium die-casting plant in Sambhaji Nagar, Maharashtra, after the board approved an INR 210 crore (USD 25.15 million) investment. The firm added 2.23 per cent post-approval to set up the greenfield manufacturing facility. This expansion aims to meet the rapidly growing demand for casting components pivoted in electric EVs (two- and four-wheelers). Image source: craftsmanautomation.com With the hastened movement towards electric vehicles, the demand for lightweight and high-performing vehicle platforms is where aluminium die casting is becoming critical. Advanced die-casting capabilities are required within the EV's aluminium-based structure and thermal capabilities, especially for the EV...
Vedanta Aluminium, India’s largest aluminium producer, has announced the expansion of wire rod production capacity at its subsidiary, Bharat Aluminium Company (BALCO), as part of its broader growth strategy to scale overall aluminium production to 1 million tonnes per annum (MTPA). This move comes amid surging domestic demand driven by the rapid development of India’s digital infrastructure and industrial growth. With India accelerating its 5G rollout, rural broadband expansion, smart city projects, and cloud infrastructure, aluminium is gaining prominence as the material of choice. Its high conductivity, corrosion resistance, lightweight and strength make it ideal for modern infrastructure needs. BALCO’s BIS-certified aluminium wire rods are playing a pivotal role in supporting this...
Hindalco industries' wholly owned subsidiary, A.V. Minerals (Netherlands) N.V., has acquired 100 per cent equity in Aditya Holdings LLC, a newly incorporated entity, through a capital subscription worth USD 100. The acquisition, completed on June 19, 2025, was formalised through the execution of an operating agreement between the two entities, with Aditya Holdings LLC now operating as a step-down wholly owned subsidiary of Hindalco. Image for representational purposes only Aditya Holdings LLC, incorporated just weeks earlier on June 3, 2025, is positioned within the metals sector and is set to engage in manufacturing, processing and trading of metal products, alloys, and by-products — spanning aluminium, copper, and both metallurgical and non-metallurgical alumina. According to Hindalco’s...
On Thursday, the aluminium extrusion industry called on the government to implement protective measures to support underutilised domestic units from potential overdumping by FTA countries. The industry is struggling to remain viable due to free trade agreements with several Far East countries, which permit duty-free imports and threaten the survival of nearly 500 Indian manufacturers. The Aluminium Extrusion Manufacturers Association of India (ALEMAI) also urged its members and the broader industry to adopt quality standards and ensure compliance, stressing the need to counter the rising influx of low-cost, substandard imports. "The total installed production capacity in India is 3.5 million tonnes per annum. However, the aluminium extrusion industry can utilise only around 2 million...
SPIROL has expanded its range of aluminium press-in inserts by introducing new options made from 2024 aluminium. These additions, available in symmetrical (INS 50) and headed (INS 51) versions, complement the company's existing line of brass inserts. Image Source: SPIROL Threaded inserts are critical in strengthening plastic components and providing durable, reusable threads in bolted assemblies. They help maintain consistent seating torque and prevent plastic creep over time, which can otherwise undermine assembly integrity. Engineered for optimal performance and cost-efficiency, SPIROL's inserts come in various styles to suit different installation methods and application demands. The INS 50 and INS 51 series are designed for cold press-in installation, eliminating the need for heat and...
Sri Lanka-based Three Sinha Industries, specialising in the construction industry, particularly in steel and related products, has been recently honoured with the Best Inquiry Management System award at the prestigious INCO Awards. Hosted by the Institute of Incorporated Engineers of Sri Lanka (IIESL), the accolade was presented to Managing Director Manjula Ariyakumara during a ceremony held in Colombo. The company offers a wide range of services, including steel buildings and roofings, steel and aluminium fabrications, steel railings and others. What began as a modest venture has evolved into a leading force in Sri Lanka’s construction sector. Today, Three Sinha stands out for its commitment to quality, innovation, and reliability. Over the years, the company has garnered both local and...
The International Trade Administration Commission of South Africa (ITAC) has recommended that the existing 15 per cent ad valorem customs duties on aluminium rolled products should remain in place. The decision aims to continue protecting domestic manufacturing and preserving employment opportunities. ITAC initiated a review of these duties in February 2023, covering aluminium plates, coils, sheets, can stock, strips and foil, key inputs across various sectors including automotive, marine, construction, electronics, solar energy, packaging and white goods. The commission assessed the impact of tariff support and ensured that the existing duty structure was not causing unintended consequences. Their findings highlighted continued challenges in domestic manufacturing, such as high...
