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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Sapa Extrusions in Miami, FL recently completed a project to upgrade their existing lighting systems to reduce electricity costs and improve lighting quality. At the same time their reduced electricity usage has resulted in less greenhouse gas emissions associated with electricity production. Southpoint Solutions worked with Sapa to develop and implement this project utilizing the patented technology of Orion Energy Systems. The existing lighting system, which consisted of over 265 inefficient high-intensity discharge light fixtures, were replaced with Orion's high-intensity fluorescent (HIF) technology. As a result of the project, Sapa expects to cut its light-related electricity usage, and the associated costs, by more than 67 percent. An added benefit is that lower electricity usage...
The Toyota 86 Cup Edition has been released to mark Toyota’s involvement in the VLN endurance racing championship series, hosted at Germany’s famed Nurburgring circuit. Exclusively built and sold in Germany, and limited to just 86 cars, the Toyota 86 Cup Edition (called the GT86 in Europe) sees owners receive not only a rare vehicle with unique interior and exterior features, but a ticket for two to a VIP customer event at the Nurburgring as well. With a boot lid spoiler, racing stripes and a set of 18-inch OZ Ultraleggera racing alloy wheels wrapped in Pirelli P Zero Nero GT tyres adding to the Japanese sports car’s exterior look, Alcantara dominates the interior covering the steering wheel, sections of the doors, seats and dashboard while a brushed aluminium plate next to the leather...
Gulf Extrusions , a leading global manufacturer of extruded aluminum products, announced that it has attained the ISO/TS 16949 certification for its Dubai extrusion facility. Achieving this international certification for the automotive industry demonstrates the company's ongoing commitment to excellence and innovation in aluminium manufacturing processes for automotive industry. Gulf Extrusions was awarded the ISO/TS 16949 certification by Tuv Rheinland, a global leader in independent testing, inspection, and certification services, during a special ceremony held at The Address, Dubai Mall, and attended by Majid Al Ghurair, Managing Director, Gulf Extrusions Co. LLC, Modar Al Mekdad, General Manager, Gulf Extrusions Co. LLC, and representatives from the International Organization for...
The aluminum rolling mill plant in Sohar is close to the completion of construction, the commissioning of all process equipment has started and liquid metal sourced from Sohar Aluminum has been introduced in the furnaces. The plant is being built on behalf of the Oman Aluminium Rolling Company, a subsidiary of Takamul Investment Company, by FATA EPC. Initial production and provisional hand over of the Facility is foreseen by fourth quarter 2013. The facility represents the latest state-of-the-art technology in the GCC in flat rolled products and fits with strategy of adding value to existing local raw material and developing economically attractive downstream investments in Oman industries. On March 25, a high level delegation visited the Construction Site and toured the plant with FATA...
According to Jiangsu ALCHA Aluminum's 2012 annual report, the company reported 93,800 mt in sales volumes last year, up 2,700 mt from the previous year. However, its operating revenues fell 6.78% YoY to RMB 1.91 billion, with profits attributable to shareholders of its listed company down to – RMB 69.25 million. Three reasons were behind its falling revenues and profits. First, anemic recovery in global economy last year undermining consumption of home appliances including air-conditioners. Processing fees dropped RMB 500/mt on average due to intensified competition from overcapacity. Second, higher SHFE/LME aluminum price ratio squeezed margins of exports. Third, its inventories were high. Construction on 250,000 mt/yr aluminum plate, sheet, strip and foil project of Baotou ALCHA North...
Jilin Liyuan Aluminum will likely see a 20% growth in its aluminum extrusion output in 2013 to 76,000 mt. According to Jilin Liyuan Aluminum’s 2012 annual report, the company reported RMB 1.52 billion in business revenues last year, up 23.32% YoY. Profits attributable to shareholders of its listed company also grew 42.58% YoY to RMB 202 million. Earnings per share were RMB 1.08, an increase of 42.11%, though slightly below forecasts. The company specializes in aluminum extrusion for construction and industry use and deep-processed aluminum semis. Industrial aluminum extrusion and deep-processed products, which represent higher gross profits, accounted for 70% of its product portfolio. It produced 64,000 mt of aluminum extrusion last year, up 13.5% YoY. Its net profits rose 42.58% YoY...
National solar solutions provider Energy Matter has announced a commercial solar leasing program offering South Australian businesses the opportunity to install a solar power system with zero up front costs. The announcement was made at the recent formal unveiling of Ullrich Aluminium's latest solar installation; a 30kW commercial system at their Pooraka, South Australia facility. "Energy Matters has a strong commitment to South Australia and we believe with this first, South Australian businesses now have no reason not to go solar," said Energy Matters CEO, Jeremy Rich. "Businesses can start saving on energy bills from the moment their Energy Matters system is switched on; and with zero payback time." "The Energy Matters Commercial Solar Lease doesn't require any deposit and there's no...
JANGSU ALCHA ALUMINUM CO., LTD pointed out in its 2012 annual report that 2013 was a critical year for the company. In 2013, the company will improve products production and sales volume to a new stage, complete product mix adjustment, and raise the proportion of high additional value products such as auto materials, PS plate base and outer parts sheet, save expense and reduce cost, enhance company’s economic benefit. In 2013, ALCHA aims for increasing aluminum foil production to 120 thousand tons, up 28.2% yoy, 75 thousand tons for air-conditioner aluminum foil up 7%; 45 thousand tons for aluminum alloy foil sheet up 91.5%; auto materials up 50% to 24 thousand tons.
Windsor-based Greco Aluminum Railings Ltd. has a new subsidiary, Greco Aluminum Railings USA Inc., which shares an office with Bloomfield Hills private equity firm O2 Investment Partners LLC. But the new majority owners expect its U.S. footprint to grow considerably from there. Last August, O2, which invests mainly in middle-market manufacturing, niche distribution and some service and technology companies, closed on a deal to acquire 70 percent of Windsor-based Greco, a maker of welded aluminum railings for condominium and apartment buildings, and some commercial properties. Terms were not disclosed, but O2 President and Managing Partner Jay Hansen estimates Greco's annual revenue is typically under $20 million, and its majority stake cost between $10 million and $20 million. Brothers...
Spot aluminum was mainly traded at RMB 14,520-14,540/mt in Shanghai on 22 March, a discount of RMB 70-100/mt over SHFE 1304 aluminum contract prices. Low-iron aluminum was traded around RMB 14,620/mt. SHFE 1306 aluminum contract prices inched down, sending spot aluminum prices down as well. Some traders held back goods, but most were in a hurry to sell. Downstream producers rebuilt stocks modestly at low prices as liquidity crunch at the quarter’s end bit in, which did help overall trading improve from the previous day.
According to the annual report the Nanshan Aluminium Company’s operation revenue was 14.87 billion Yuan in last year, increased 11.57% over the same period; net profit attributable to shareholders of listed companies was 0.691 billion Yuan, decreased 32.39% over the same period; earnings per share was 0.36 Yuan. The report showed in 2012 company took measures to enlarge market development, to win with quality; when faced with severe competition in aluminum profiles market which has excess production capacity, company’s aluminum profiles whole output and sales was stay at same level. The company seeks for cooperation opportunities with large-scale real estate agencies in construction profiles market, and has developed strategic cooperation with JANGHO and Gold Mantis. In terms of...
Renault Argentina invested 50,000,000 pesos ($4.02 million) to increase its production capacity of aluminum die casting parts with innovative technology in its Cordoba Aluminum foundry plant. IDRA has been selected among all producers of High Pressure die Casting machines. Two Idra 2.200 ton full Automated cells, have been shipped and installed in the 4th quarter of 2012, and are making parts at continued cycle (three shifts). “They are the largest die Casting machines in Argentina” explain Ing. Ferrario, General Manager of IDRA GROUP, “ and this important order is one of the best achievement of 2012, an excellent year for Idra. All industrial and financial / economic indexes positively grew: workforce, revenues and net result.” RENAULT ARGENTINA , thanks to Idra new IDRA die Casting...
UAE-based diversified conglomerate Mulk Holdings has recently commissioned a Dh36.7 million (US$10 million) manufacturing plant for Alubond U.S.A. composite panels in Mumbai, India that will primarily serve the growing Indian construction market. The move is part of a Dh300 million expansion plan by the UAE-based conglomerate that owns the US-based Alubond U.S.A. brand. Once completed, these projects will create more than 2,000 jobs in India. The investment of Dh36.7 million (US$10 million) marks the development of the first phase of the plant. The manufacturing plant has a production capacity of 1 million square meters of Alubond U.S.A. Composite Panels. The plant, which hired 35 professionals, will also create significant job numbers in the fast growing Indian construction landscape and...
SMM just finished its monthly survey on domestic aluminum plate, sheet, strip, and foil producers. Based on the survey, SMM expects operating rates at the surveyed producers to be 56% in March. In order to compete for market shares, many producers held offers for decorating and air-conditioner foil near costs after the Chinese New Year. Unlike in the past, price war this year began earlier and price decline is sharper, with offers down for both retail sales and long-term contracts. A supply overhang of aluminum semis in domestic markets is the major reason behind the intensifying price competition. The commissioning of new capacity has forced producers to cut prices to win customers. Large aluminum plate, sheet, strip and foil producers have secured far more orders than small and medium...
A track-focused version of the latest SRT Viper will be unveiled at the New York motor show. The SRT Viper Time Attack features a range of modifications to make it more capable on circuits. Just 33 TAs will be made in Detroit, all finished in 'Crusher Orange' with black 'TA' logos. Over the standard SRT Viper, the TA has revised suspension comprising uprated springs and dampers as well as changes to its Bilstein Damptronic system with a smaller spread between the two modes. Unique 'Sidewinder II' alloy wheels are lighter than standard and so reduce the unsprung mass. Furthermore, the aluminium cross-brace of the standard Viper has been replaced with a carbonfibre item. The brakes are a development of the Viper's standard Brembo set-up, with increased thermal capacity to improve...
SMM recently conducted surveys on domestic aluminum extrusion producers. Based on orders received by surveyed producers, SMM expects operating rates of these producers to be 60% in March. Construction of infrastructure projects has progressively restarted in south ad north China as it’s getting warmer with the arrival of March, so construction aluminum extrusion producers saw an increase in orders. China introduced five new measures in early 2013 to cool exorbitant housing prices, but the building of new and affordable houses and renovation of old houses will continue to boost demand for construction aluminum extrusion. Operating rates at industrial aluminum extrusion producers, on the other hand, were unstable, as demand from rail transportation and power sectors depends on investment by...
A subsidiary of Midas Holdings has won a 22.7 million euro (US$29.35 million) contract to supply aluminium-alloy extrusion profiles to the Russian railway market, the group said on Tuesday. The deal was sealed between Jilin Midas Aluminium Industries and Ural Locomotives, a joint-venture company between Siemens AG and Russia's Sinara Group. Delivery for the contract is to take place progressively from this year to 2019. Midas said the contract is expected to contribute positively to the group's financial performance for the financial years ending 2013 to 2019.
Novelis, the world’s premier producer of rolled aluminum and the global leader in aluminum recycling, announced the appointment of Chris Smith as the new plant manager of its Oswego facility. A 28-year Novelis veteran, Smith’s most recent position was Global Director of Automotive Products at the company’s global headquarters in Atlanta, Ga. This appointment marks a return to Oswego for Smith who was based at the plant from 2006-2010 as Manager of Product Quality and Development and later as Hot Mill Manufacturing Unit Manager. He has also held a number of positions with the company in the U.K., Germany, and various sites in the U.S. The Oswego plant is currently undergoing a $200 million expansion to meet rising aluminum demand from automakers. The project entails a 192,000-square-foot...
