Aludecor, a pioneer and leader in Metal Composite Panel manufacturing, today announced the official launch of STONESENSE , an innovative architectural surface system engineered to deliver the timeless elegance and visual depth of natural stone without its traditional structural limitations. Inspired by the legacy and enduring power of natural stone, STONESENSE introduces a curated portfolio of engineered stone-finish metal composite surfaces. Developed for modern building envelopes, the series blends tactile aesthetic experience with advanced material performance, offering architects, builders, and developers a lightweight, highly durable and versatile alternative to mined stone. Designed for modern facades & envelopes The STONESENSE series is structured around three distinct material...
Romania’s aluminium can recycling rate increased to 80.5 per cent in the first nine months of 2026, compared with 75 per cent in the same period last year, according to data published by RetuRO, the administrator of the country’s Deposit Return System (DRS), and analysed by Every Can Counts. The number of aluminium cans returned between January and September was 6.3 per cent higher than in the corresponding period of 2025. The return rate also improved to 85 per cent from 82 per cent a year earlier. Aluminium cans were the only packaging category to record growth in the first nine months of 2026, as the total number of deposit-bearing containers placed on the market declined by 2.4 per cent. The number of cans placed on the market increased by 2 per cent, while plastic and glass packaging...
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Noah Deledda co-founded Crushmetric, a design and production company with offices in Ybor City, Berlin, Hong Kong, and Singapore, to share his aesthetic and design breakthroughs with the world. With the Autohedron Chair from Crushmetric, Noah Deledda broadens his investigation beyond the craft of crushing aluminium soda cans . The prototype chair was made using crushed aluminium cans. "I finished my drink and partially crushed the empty can. Out of boredom, I played with the deformation. I could tell that there was something interesting to discover so I continued experimenting," stated Noah Deledda. This experimentation resulted in many aluminium can-based kinetic artworks. Deledda moved to combine "the art of smashing" cans with product design, but he didn't stop there. Using a similar...
Goyal Aluminiums Ltd. has declared venturing into the electric vehicle sector via its recently materialised organisation, Wroley E India. As indicated in an exchange filing, the company will formulate electric and mild-speed range scooters for the Indian two-wheeler industry. Shri Ram Finance was crucial in the financing lent to Wroley E India as buyers can now opt for instalments and financial aids to own the electric scooter, which can be paid on a monthly basis. The company also mentioned in an official speech that the decision is in alignment with the Indian Government's sustainability programme, better known as 'Clean India and Green India'. "This will make it easier for customers to choose e-scooters over existing fuel-mechanic vehicles in the two-wheeler segment," the statement...
The Xiaomi Electric Scooter 4 Ultra, introduced at the MWC 2023 and will provide riders with many perks, is a recent illustration of this trend and a great option for dependable and efficient transportation. Tubex, a German maker of aluminium tubes with more than 70 years of experience, became amongst the first 50 packaging businesses globally to have SBTi approve the short-term emissions reduction objectives of Tubex. PGA Tour's annual golf event, The Players Championship, will include aluminium Sawgrass Splash Cup this year, which spectators may keep as a memento or recycle. American Canning, located in Texas, and Aluminium Toyo Ultimate Can (aTULC) are planning to deliver a new can liner to the US craft brewery market. On February 28, OnePlus announced that the OnePlus Ace 2V, a new...
Aluminium has become a metal of choice in the building and construction sector for its intrinsic properties like lightweight and corrosion resistance. The metal is commonly used for wall panels and roofing solutions like finished roofs and domed structures, drains, fenestration casings and decorative purposes. Since aluminium can be extruded, rolled or cast to form commonly used products in the construction industry, its applications are exponentially growing each year. Furthermore, the metal can be customised based on design needs through die-casting processes or machine treated on existing profiles. In 2022, the building and construction sector accounted for 57 per cent of the aluminium extrusion usage worldwide, as per the data published in our Global Aluminium Industry Outlook 2023 ....
Canifesto, a new campaign to promote the use of aluminium beverage cans, has been started by five ready-to-drink (RTD) brands to disprove the notion that customers don't prefer drinking from cans by highlighting their environmental friendliness. The Canifesto, an open letter highlighting the benefits of aluminium cans like minimization of waste, lower expenses, and free up time for the hospitality stage, has been launched by The Uncommon, Jukes, MOTH Beverages, Longbottom, and TRIP. The open letter uses market data supporting sustainability to persuade hospitality leaders of the benefits of the can. "Cans help us significantly reduce road miles and carbon emissions. For our customers, serving from an RTD (ready-to-drink) can support speed of service, where access to quality drinks like...
The German aluminium tube manufacturer with more than 70 years of presence, Tubex has managed to be among the first 50 packaging companies worldwide to have their GHG emission reduction targets approved by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). The approval of the short-term emissions reduction goals by SBTi is a significant milestone for the company's sustainability roadmap. SBTi has evaluated and certified Tubex Aluminium Tubes' group-wide near-term reduction objectives for greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. The company's scope 1 and 2 objective ambition has been categorised by the SBTi, which has decided that it is consistent with a 1.5°C trajectory. These include emissions from the operations of Tubex Aluminium Tubes and those in the supplier chain (scope 1, 2 and 3). "Our...
Yamaha Motor Company, a Japanese multinational manufacturer of motorcycles, has started using green aluminium for manufacturing vehicle parts, with effect from February 2023. Yamaha is the first Japanese motorcycle company using aluminium. It has reportedly entered into a new agreement with an aluminium ingot supplier to source the metal. Green aluminium is aluminium produced using renewable energy to reduce carbon emissions in its manufacture. Aluminium parts account for 12 to 31 per cent of the total weight of a motorcycle. So, using green aluminium for motorcycle parts is an effective way to curb CO2 emissions from the vehicle. Yamaha has said it is actively using recycled aluminium for its vehicle parts leveraging advanced technologies and expertise. So, now the use of recycled...
The Players Championship, or the annual golf tournament organized by the PGA tour, has been an ardent supporter of sustainability and recyclability. As per the reports, this year, they will introduce aluminium Sawgrass Splash Cup, which can be taken home by the fans as souvenirs or given up in recycling. Students from Flagler College and the University of North Florida will be coming forward for the recycling endeavour. According to a PGA Tour spokeswoman, the students are voluntarily joining the competition's Green Team. They will improve the tour's sustainability initiatives by assisting spectators with correctly disposing of food and beverage containers, pairing papers, and other items. Brazos Barber, the senior manager at PGA Tours, stated the inclusion of the recyclable 16 oz....
Corrivo Building Products, one of the UK’s leading metal flashing manufacturers, expanded its product offerings by adding aluminium window pods to its portfolio to fulfil the demands of architects, specifiers, and façade contractors after providing some custom window pods for many high-profile projects. When making an architectural statement for their façade, builders and specifiers often choose aluminium window pods that surround the window frame. They are the perfect option to satisfy the design requirements of any façade project since Corrivo can produce them in a huge variety of sizes and practically any Reichs-Ausschuss für Lieferbedingungen (RAL) colour. “We’re always reacting to the demands of our customers to adjust our product range, and after manufacturing some window pods for...
On Tuesday, February 28, OnePlus announced it would launch its new phone OnePlus Ace 2V on March 7 in China, highlighting a few premium features of the device. On the official Chinese Weibo account, OnePlus posted that its new product, the brand’s first-ever mid-ranger, would feature flagship-grade flat aluminium side rails, along with a premium glass back to boot, similar to iPhone 14 series. The phone is assured to not only look good in the hands but beautiful to the eyes because of narrow bezel. Louis Lee, CEO of OnePlus China, shared a photo of the phone with side bezels as thin as 1.46mm and a bottom chin bezel as thin as 2.31mm, comparable to flagships like the Xiaomi 13, iPhone 14, and Samsung Galaxy S23. Louis also stated that OnePlus Ace 2V would be available in two colour...
Aluminium Toyo Ultimate Can (aTULC) and Texas-based American Canning are planning to introduce a new can liner to the Craft brewery industry in the US. Although being created in an entirely waterless operation, aTULC employs a pre-coated aluminium sheet with a more durable liner to defend against can corrosivity, in contrast to standard sprayed-on BPANI and epoxy coatings. “We’re excited to bring this technology to the states with a plant solely dedicated to craft. US craft is experiencing strong growth in many categories that have traditionally struggled with compatibility in aluminium cans. Think wine, cider, and ready-to-drink cocktails,” said David Racino, co-founder and CEO of American Canning. aTULC manufacture , created by Toyo Seikan Group Holdings, Ltd. (Tokyo, Japan), promises...
Apple is a brand that resonates with innovation, loyalty and creativity, so it is no wonder customers relate to it intimately. From originality to sustainability, the American multinational tech company always stays ahead. Not only the customers but the employees are also rewarded for their loyalty. Employees associated with the company for 10 years are awarded a square piece of aluminium, a cleaning cloth, and a message from CEO Tim Cook. The company is seen breaking norms by honouring the loyalty of its long-term employees in the middle of a pandemic-induced economic slowdown that has seen tech businesses reduce employment. The square piece of aluminium block is manufactured from the same 6000 class aluminium used to produce Apple products , says the firm's message included in the...
With the growing concern towards a greener and more sustainable environment, the popularity of electric vehicles is on a high rise. A recent example of this trend is the Xiaomi Electric Scooter 4 Ultra, presented at the MWC 2023, which will offer riders many benefits, making it an excellent choice for trustworthy and effective transportation. The sturdy and lightweight aluminium body of the Xiaomi Electric Scooter 4 Ultra can hold a maximum load of up to 120 kg. Its expanded handle grip and roomy deck provide a comfortable and stable riding experience. The minimalistic but futuristic appearance of the scooter adds to its visual appeal. It can endure various situations and weather thanks to the IP55 classification. Due to the growing need for lighter, more fuel-efficient, and safer...
Colorful's latest gaming laptop, the Evol X16 Pro, comes packed with a 16-inch Quad HD IPS screen with a 240 Hz visual refresh rate. Housed in an aluminium alloy case of 19.9 mm thickness, the laptop's components are cooled by the evaporator chamber and two additional fans. The RGB illumination of the keyboard can also be adjusted based on the user's need. The laptop's screen has a frame rate of 165 Hz in its base edition and a frame rate of 240 Hz in its top version. While the quantity of SSD is just 512 GB, the amount of RAM ranges from 16 to 64 GB. The laptop does include an additional M.2 2280 disc port, though. There are three available graphics cards: GeForce RTX 4050, 4060, and 4070. A 512GB PCIe 3.0 M.2 2280 SSD is used for permanent storage. The Core i7-13700H CPU and Nvidia...
In 2023, the electrical & electronics, packaging, and industrial sectors across the end-user group are anticipated to witness substantial growth. With the Indian government's significant emphasis on carbon neutrality, it is expected to give the aluminium market a fresh life. Starting in 2024, the BMW Group plans to purchase aluminium from Rio Tinto's hydro-powered facilities in Canada and has signed a letter of understanding to that aim. Apart from this, for the first time in seven years, PepsiCo, an American multinational food, snack, and beverage firm headquartered in New York, announced revamping its 7UP aluminium cans. Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited (BHEL) announced on February 22, 2023, that their partnership with Titagarh Wagons Ltd (TWL), the company that makes coaches for Indian...
Two leading mobility solution providers and rolling stock giants from two different parts of the world, Alstom and Medha Servo Drives, have reportedly participated in bidding to manufacture 100 lightweight Vande Bharat trainsets. While Alstom is the only bidder among the five contenders not partnered with any one, Medha has teamed with a Swiss company Stadler Rail. The other three contenders are Siemens of Germany with BEML, Russian Transmashholding with Rail Vikas Nigam Limited, and Titagarh Wagons with Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited (BHEL). Aluminium will replace steel in the coaches for the first time in the Indian Railways, making the trains lighter and more energy efficient. “This will usher in a new era of travel in India with lighter and more energy efficient aluminium trains...
On February 22, 2023, the company manufacturing coaches for Indian Railways, Titagarh Wagons Ltd (TWL), publicized that their partnership with Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited (BHEL), the largest government-owned power generation equipment manufacturer, has made them the sole fully Indian consortium among the five contenders for the around USD$ 8.7 billion (INR 72,000 crore) Vande Bharat train contract. Vande Bharat is a high-performance train operated by Indian Railways, and it is considered the fastest train in India. Titagarh Wagons Ltd., a major engineering and wagon company, also unveiled plans to invest around USD$ 85 million (INR700 crore) in capital expenditure over the next 4-5 years to increase production capacity and related infrastructure. Prithish Chowdhary, the Chief...
BrewDog, a multinational brewery and pub chain based in Scotland, is expanding into China following a joint venture with Budweiser China. The new Putian craft brewery in the Fujian province, operated by Budweiser China, will manufacture BrewDog’s Punk IPA, Hazy Jane, and Elvis Juice in uniquely designed aluminium cans. The agreement is BrewDog's second joint venture in Asia after the company announced its cooperation with Asahi in Japan in September 2021. Since the announcement of the arrangement, sales in Japan have increased by double, according to BrewDog. Moreover, it has agreements with Molson Coors, Heineken, Estrella Galicia, Warsteiner, and Swinkels on a global scale. "Going global as an independent business, in an industry dominated by giants, is incredibly tough yet we have...
