Novelis has supplied approximately 100,000 m² of aluminium façade materials for six construction projects across the UK, highlighting the metal's growing role in architectural design, infrastructure modernisation and urban regeneration. The materials have been used across developments in Glasgow, Manchester, Birmingham and London, covering applications ranging from transport infrastructure and residential refurbishment to commercial and mixed-use buildings. The projects demonstrate the versatility of aluminium in modern building envelopes, with Novelis supplying architectural materials designed to combine durability, aesthetic flexibility and performance. Aluminium supports diverse architectural applications Commenting on the projects, Michael Hahne, Vice President Commercial of Novelis...
Bahrain’s aluminium wire exports continued to gain momentum in the second quarter of 2026, with shipments rising significantly compared with the corresponding periods of 2025 and 2024. The country exported 80,895 tonnes of aluminium wire in Q2 2026, taking its total shipments during the first half of the year to 143,518 tonnes. The export data covers aluminium wire under HS code 7605, excluding stranded wire, cables, plaited bands and similar products, electrically insulated wires and strings for musical instruments. Export volume registers strong Y-o-Y growth Comparing the quarterly figures, Bahrain’s aluminium wire export volume increased by 23.76 per cent Y-o-Y in Q2 2026, against 65,366 tonnes shipped during Q2 2025. The latest quarterly volume also marked a considerable rise from Q2...
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Preliminary estimates indicate that aluminum demand in the United States and Canada (shipments by domestic producers plus imports) totaled an estimated 6,149 million pounds during the first three months of 2014, down one-tenth of one percent from a year ago. Demand for semi-fabricated (mill) products totaled 4,034 million pounds, down five-tenths of one percent. Apparent consumption (demand less exports) in domestic markets totaled an estimated 5,196 million pounds, increasing 1.8 percent. New can stock (class) scrap receipts totaled 58.2 million pounds during April 2014, a decline of 5.0 percent from the April 2013 total of 61.3 million pounds. Compared to the previous month, class scrap receipts rose 3.1 percent over the March 2014 total of 56.5 million pounds. Year-to-date class scrap...
The U.S. Department of Energy has proposed lending money to Alcoa Inc. to expand aluminum production at a Tennessee factory, setting the stage for the first loan to a supplier under a dormant $25 billion fund. The loan would help the largest U.S. aluminum producer expand a 100-year-old factory in Alcoa, Tenn., according to an environmental permit form signed in early May by Alcoa and DOE representatives and obtained by Automotive News. Alcoa spokeswoman Lori Lecker said the company has applied for a loan and is in the “due-diligence” phase with DOE. Alcoa completed a $300 million expansion in January at its factory in Davenport, Iowa, to supply automakers including Ford Motor Co. The automaker plans to use hundreds of pounds of lightweight aluminum in the body of the redesigned 2015 Ford...
UC RUSAL, a leading global aluminium producer, announces the launch of 6xxx series rolling slabs for automotive BiW (body in white) applications. This is a new high-end product for RUSAL which will be produced at the Sayanogorsk aluminium smelter in Russia and has been successfully qualified with one of Europe’s major rolling companies. RUSAL has been supplying 5xxx series rolling slabs for application in automotive structural parts for more than 3 years and has now complemented the product portfolio with 6xxx series to be able to supply into the growing BiW market. RUSAL is currently investing USD23 million at its Sayanogorsk aluminium smelter to rebuild one of the casting centres fully dedicated for 5xxx and 6xxx series automotive alloys production. This is in response to the...
Ess Dee Aluminium, the Mumbai-based specialist in primary packaging for FMCG and pharma, has entered into a technical collaboration with the Chemnitz University, Germany, to develop innovative packaging solutions for pharmaceutical and food industries. The collaboration was signed by Sudip Dutta, chairman, Ess Dee Aluminium and Prof Dr Andreas Schubert, vice rector of Technische Universität Chemnitz (TUC), on 13 May at Chemnitz. Dutta said, “The essence of this collaboration is to create and harmonise the manufacturing competencies of Ess Dee Aluminium with the huge research and knowledge bank of the Chemnitz University in the common areas of interest and thus strengthen the Indo-German technical relationship further.” This tie-up aims at creating and developing innovative and...
German auto maker, Volkswagen has confirmed unveiling of new Passat premium saloon and estate. The unveiling will be done in the month of July prior to the 2014 Paris Motor Show, where the new models will be revealed globally. Volkswagen will first launch the new Passat in UK market by the end of this year, but deliveries will commence effective early 2015. India launch is likely by second quarter of next calendar year. The new generation Passat will come with comprehensive changes. Advanced material like high strength, hot formed steel and aluminium have been used in some of the places that helped curb the overall body weight by 85 kg. This in turn enabled the vehicle to deliver 20 per cent improved fuel economy. Dimensions have been chopped a tad on the exterior, however the 8th...
SIR David Murray's Murray Metals business has boosted its presence in the oil and gas sector with the purchase of Bellshill firm Alphastrut. The sum paid for Alphastrut, which makes aluminium support structures, has not been disclosed. It comes two years after Murray International Holdings, which is chaired by Sir David, sold Murray Metals to members of its management and his own Murray Capital investment vehicle. Graeme Hill, chief executive of Murray Metals, which previously held the global licensing agreement for Alphastrut, said: "This is a key strategic acquisition. "It diversifies further not only the range of our offering in speciality metals, but broadens and strengthens our national and international reach." The Alphastrut product, an alternative to traditional steel support...
If the demand for aluminium is surging, that is because important markets are in full expansion. The entire spectrum of transportation is the most promising and leads all sectors. To respond to the needs for energy efficiency and to meet the strictest environmental norms of the day, the newest generation of vehicles and equipment necessitates the use of a lighter, more durable and resistant material like aluminium. That explains the orientation of the upcoming Canadian International Aluminium Conference (CIAC) in Montreal June 2-4 at which all of these questions will be discussed in depth. Three expert panels will examine the contribution of aluminium in road transportation, public transit and aerospace. The expertise of these participants will come from varied sources including...
Sapa has published its 2013 Sustainability Report. The report concentrates on the environmental, health, safety and social perspectives of the new joint venture’s consolidated sustainability initiatives. “We have made progress on our sustainability objectives, but still lack targets in some areas. We are focusing on these in the current year. The work we do toward reaching our environmental, social and financial targets is helping drive our business forward and creating value for our stakeholders,” says Susanne Rothstein (pictured left), vice president responsible for Corporate Social Responsibility for Sapa. “We brought together the extrusion industry’s two leading players, and we are now addressing the market as one strong company. We have the expertise to make the most out of aluminium...
Kobe Steel Ltd. said it is planning to start a joint venture for constructing an aluminium steel plant in U.S with Toyota Tsusho Corp., the Japanese trading house. This decision shows the increasing demand for aluminium sheet in autoparts in U.S due to tighter fuel regulations. The two companies plans to finalize the deal during fiscal half of fiscal year and they expect to build the plant within 2017.
The Aluminium Downstream Investment Opportunities Conference starts on Tuesday under the patronage of the Minister of Energy and Industry H E Dr Mohamed bin Saleh Al Sada. Qatari company Azem Project Development is bringing together top experts from across the globe to share know-how and experiences in the aluminium downstream industry, the company said in a statement on Thursday. The forum will be an opportunity to obtain a full investment opportunity profile for each project and interact with regional and international technology providers, investors, entrepreneurs, banks and financial institutions and businessmen. Unveiling rising opportunities for aluminium downstream industries in Qatar, Azem Project Development, in partnership with Frost & Sullivan, is organising the conference at...
Supported by Jaguar Land Rover and SMMT, this event follows the success of ALFEDs 2013 conference, building on the key themes and featuring the latest thinking and innovations. The role of aluminium in lightweighting road transport vehicles is pushing designers and materials technology to new limits. The conference is split into four half-day sessions exploring the commercial landscape, innovation & technology, OEM forward strategies, and sustainability & recycling. The conference will be of particular interest to material technologists, designers, specifiers, and suppliers into the UK automotive tiers and vehicle manufacturers. There will be networking opportunities and an exhibition to complement the excellent line-up of international Speakers. Confirmed participation by vehicle...
The subjects of construction, architecture and design will be front and centre in numerous discussions during the Canadian International Aluminium Conference (CIAC) which is to take place in Montreal, June 2-4. Among the numerous expert panels presented during the event, two will focus specifically on matters relative to institutional architecture and transportation infrastructures (roadways) and provide an overview of and exchanges on the scale of unmet needs, challenges and opportunities. Population growth, urbanization and lifestyle changes, united by the necessity to renew roadway infrastructures developed in the last century, requires a more effective use of materials to improve the sustainable character of cities. Consequently, the constant and ongoing research into materials that...
Bahrain-based Gulf Aluminum Rolling Mill Company (Garmco), a leading downstream aluminium facility in the Middle East, has announced key appointments as part of its restructuring strategy. Hilmar Leimbach is the company's new chief financial officer, Mark Lewis is named senior engineering manager and Hind Al Sabbagh has been appointed the head of corporate communications. Mr Leimbach has experience of 22 years across functions like finance, accounts and audit. Mr Lewis has 32 years of experience in the engineering industry covering steel and aluminium, 20 years of which was managerial. Furthermore, Ms Al Sabbagh will oversee Garmco's brand strategy, media and community relations, managing events and launches, advertising and marketing activities. "The appointees bring a wealth of...
Hindalco's US subsidiary Novelis will play a significant role in reducing the parent's massive debt going forward as it trims its capital expenditure and generates cash on the back of better sales volume. Novelis, the world's biggest maker of flat-rolled aluminum used to make beverage cans, decided to pay a dividend of $250 million (Rs 1470 crore) to the parent company this year. This is a huge contribution from Novelis considering it generated about $254 million in cash between fiscal 2008 and 2014 cumulatively and its debt being under review for a possible default by Moody's. Novelis has been negatively impacted due to scarcity of scrap aluminium and rising premiums on the metal. But most analysts are not worried about Novelis' debt and expect business to get better for the company, as...
Novelis, the world leader in aluminum rolling and recycling, today received the Industry Leadership Award in Aluminum at the Platts 2014 Global Metals Awards ceremony in London. The award recognizes Novelis' decisive action to transform its business, demonstrated leadership as a first-mover and willingness to take risks by making fundamental changes in the way it operates. "We are honored to be selected by Platts as the 2014 aluminum industry leader for our game-changing business and sustainability strategies and focused commitment to disruptive innovation," said Phil Martens, President and Chief Executive Officer, Novelis. "We accomplished much over the past year and we are pleased to see our progress recognized with this award." With recycling, rolling and finishing expansions totaling...
Sapa’s aluminium extrusion unit in Sweden has informed its organization about the potential reduction of 80 employees. Union representatives have been notified and will begin local negotiations shortly. Sapa’s long-term strategy is to build strong and effective production units that meet the demands of local and regional customers, and to have key support functions in a small number of centers serving the entire group. As a result of this, together with greater demands for profitability, efficiency and flexibility, Sapa Profiler AB in Sweden is adjusting its way of working and its organization, mainly in the area of business support roles. “It is difficult having to lay off employees, but necessary for us to be able to improve profitability and make certain that we are competitive over...
Taber Extrusions LLC, the industry leader in large press aluminum extrusions, is the proud recipient of the Boeing Performance Excellence Award (BPEA) for 2013. Taber received this award based on a twelve-month period with 100% on-time delivery and a 100% quality rating. For 2013, Boeing recognized 543 suppliers with a Performance Excellence Award. This award is based on overall supplier quality and delivery and awards at two levels of Silver and Gold. Taber is one of a select group to earn Boeing’s most prestigious Gold level award for 2013. “Taber is very proud to earn this award from Boeing,” said Allan Annis, President of Taber Extrusions. “Our ability to serve customers at this level is a direct result of our employees and the pride and skill that they bring to Taber everyday.” Since...
Constellium NV has earned a consensus rating of “Buy” from the twelve ratings firms that are currently covering the company, Analyst Ratings.Net reports. One equities research analyst has rated the stock with a sell recommendation, two have issued a hold recommendation and seven have given a buy recommendation to the company. The average twelve-month price target among brokers that have covered the stock in the last year is $31.65. CSTM has been the subject of a number of recent research reports. Analysts at Deutsche Bank reiterated a “buy” rating on shares of Constellium NV in a research note on Monday. They now have a $35.00 price target on the stock, up previously from $32.00. Separately, analysts at Zacks downgraded shares of Constellium NV from a “neutral” rating to an “underperform”...
