Aluminum foil is getting a seasonal makeover as Reynolds Wrap introduces its limited-edition Snowflakes Fun Foil, bringing decorative appeal to everyday kitchen tasks ahead of the holiday season. Featuring an embossed snowflake pattern, the product combines the familiar functionality of aluminum foil with a festive appearance suited to food wrapping, holiday entertaining and homemade gifts. The new design allows consumers to use Reynolds Wrap foil for more than routine food storage, adding a decorative touch to meal preparation and presentation. Its winter-inspired pattern makes it suitable for covering dishes, preserving leftovers, packaging baked treats and creating festive crafts. Despite its seasonal appearance, Snowflakes Fun Foil retains the practical functionality of conventional...
US President Donald Trump’s aluminium tariffs have become a point of contention in Virginia’s 5th Congressional District race, with Democratic candidate Tom Perriello arguing that higher metal prices are increasing costs for local breweries and beer consumers. Perriello and former Republican Congressman Denver Riggleman raised the issue during an event at the Water Dog in Lynchburg, where they met local brewers and customers to discuss the impact of tariffs on the brewing industry. Perriello said higher aluminium prices made it more expensive for breweries to package their products, and they passed the added costs on to customers. He said rising prices concerned people across the political spectrum. To learn the future of aluminium in the packaging industry, explore our report " ALuminium...
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Sacheta Metals Limited, one of the leading producers of aluminium utensils in India, has received sales order of approximately INR 15 Million (3*40" containers approx.). The company has secured order from Republic of Mozambique for the supply of aluminium utensils. “This sales order is repeatable at every 3 months hopefully,” the company said on Tuesday, 05 January 2021. Sacheta Metals manufactures aluminium products in various sizes and designs. The company’s products include Aluminium, Utensils - Castings - Sheets - Circles, Non Stick Cookware - Pressure Cookers, Slug, Foil, Coil, Foil stock, PP sheets, Coil for PP and other Houseware and also Stainless Steel Kitchenware. Sacheta Metals trade closed at INR18.12 on the BSE. That was up by INR3.02 from its previous closing of INR15.10....
Beverage company G-Zee Brands has released H2O Sonoma Soft Seltzer 0.0% in recyclable 16oz (473ml) cans. The new range is a wine-infused non-alcoholic sparkling water. The Seltzer is available in three flavours: Pinot Noir, Rosé, and Sauvignon Blanc. The company will launch five more varieties: Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, Merlot, Moscato, and Zinfandel. Sonoma Winemaker Robert Rex said, “over the years, many customers expressed their desire for a wine-themed non-alcohol refreshment—something truly interesting they could drink anytime, anywhere. H2O is our studied answer.” “H2O Sonoma Soft Seltzer is a healthy alternative — and a great companion — to wine, beer, cocktails or champagne. Treat yourself to a thirst-quenching can of H2O on your commute, at the stadium, on the beach, or...
The year 2020 has been a tough year for Hong Kong’s economy. The region was already in a recession in 2019 due to US-China trade tensions and domestic social unrest. In the first two quarters of 2020, real GDP shrunk by around 9% year-on-year. Hong Kong’s import of aluminium foil has recorded 5563 tonnes in 2018-19 and the expenditure occurred for the import remained at $22.10 million. The export for 2020 stood at 5900 tonnes and the revenue expenditure accounted for $32.60 million. However, when the import volume and expenditure of 2020 gets added with the existing two years, it denotes 11,463 tonnes and $ 54.70 million. The region’s import for aluminium foil in 2018 stood at 2777 tonnes and the expenditure remained at $7.85 million, whereas, in 2019, the import saw negligible growth by...
A new study accomplished by the University of Southampton exhibits a direction that aluminium cans have a lower environmental impact than glass bottles. Ian Williams, Professor of Applied Environmental Sciences within Engineering and Physical Sciences at the University of Southampton, UK and his team collated five types of pressurized drink containers. He computed the environmental impact of each of them, based on their contribution to climate change as well as the pollution they yield during their manufacturing process, their use and their disposal. Perhaps it will come as a surprise: recycled aluminium cans are doing it with privileges. The metal used can be constantly recycled without the operation changing the properties of the material. However, recycling can save up to 95% of the...
Syska LED, a subsidiary of SSK Group, manufacturers LEDs to provide solutions for indoor and outdoor industrial segments debuts its innovative Syska AGLOW adjustable rimless Ultra-slim LED panel, which is easy to install and is the perfect lighting solution for indoor applications, as it can be used in homes, malls, stores, showrooms as well as office spaces. The adjustable rimless LED panel light not only provides the brightest illumination but is also extremely easy to fit in any indoor area. Syska AGLOW panel lights are available in 12W, 18W, and 24W and come in two shapes, round and square. Syska AGLOW is sleek and slim in structure and the vital component used is Press die-cast Aluminium housing, resulting in the light being lightweight. Commenting on the launch of the Syska AGLOW...
In November’20, Triumph Tiger 850 was showcased and it will be launched in India this year. It will be the entry-level adventure bike in the company's portfolio and will be powered by 888 cc engine. The launch of Tiger 850 Sport in the Indian market is projected to take place before mid-2021. The price of the bike is expected to start from INR 1 million (ex-showroom). The Triumph Tiger 850 Sport comes with an 888 cc three-cylinder engine with a T-plane crankshaft putting down 84 bhp at 8,500 rpm and 82 Nm at 6m500 rpm. In total 10 bhp and 5Nm less in comparison to Tiger 900 model. It has a six-speed gearbox with slip and assists clutch. The motorcycle features ride-by-wire throttle and comes with two different riding modes i.e. Rain and Road. Triumph Tiger 850 is tooled with a five-inch...
The United Steelworkers (USW) is on strike at Constellium aluminium plant based in Alabama because of unfair labor practices. More than 400 members of Local 200 are said to be taking part in this strike. USW District 9 Director Daniel Flippo said, “Constellium insists on a contract that would erase decades of collective bargaining progress on issues like seniority and occupational health and safety in order to give management the unchecked authority to pick and choose exactly who works and when. We're going to fight to hold the company accountable and to win the fair contract that USW members have earned and deserve.” “Long before Constellium acquired this plant, our union contract made these the kind of jobs that support families and sustain our community. We cannot allow the company to...
The light vehicle market in India is estimated to see a drop in 2020, with sales falling 22-25 per cent, found two top global vehicle forecasting firms. This will be the highest decline among the top ten global markets, bringing India's position down below the top five. India is estimated to lose its No.5 position to South Korea in 2020 as the automobile market remained less affected in Korea than in India due to the COVID19 pandemic. India’s light vehicle production is likely to close at 3.2 million tonnes at the end of 2020, recording a decade low. Sales are anticipated to come in at 14.9 million units compared with 76.5 million units a year ago, according to HIS Markit. India lost almost three months of production or about 900,000 units than in 2019, said Gaurav Vangaal, IHS Markit’s...
2020 witnessed a massive growth in electric vehicles, whereas the aviation industry affected due to coronavirus pandemic. The Electric vehicle sales in India recorded a growth of 20 per cent to 156,000 units in the financial year 2019-20, largely driven by the sales of electric two-wheelers that form bulk of the nascent industry. Of 156,000 units, electric two-wheelers sales accounted for 152,000 units, up 20.7 per cent from the last year, while electric cars accounted for 3,400 units. Electric bus sales were 600 units compared to 400 units in the financial year 2018-19. Following a plunge of 42 per cent in the first quarter of 2020, China’s auto sales registered growth for a seventh month in a row in October as the country recovered from the COVID-19 pandemic. Sales of electric vehicles...
Chef, Restaurateur and TV Personality Gordon Ramsay has collaborated with Brew Pipeline and Global Brews of London for the launch of its Hell’s Seltzer in the US. The new range will be available in 12-can variety packs in early 2021. Hell’s Seltzer comes in four flavours: Berry Inferno: peach, blueberry and raspberry, Knicker Twist: passionfruit, pineapple and orange, Mean Green: kiwi, lime, mint and pineapple and That’s Forked: key lime, vanilla and graham. Each Seltzer is inspired by popular menu items from his Hell’s Kitchen restaurants across the US. Hell’s Seltzer contains 5% ABV. “Gordon’s team and Brew Pipeline put flavour first when developing Hell’s Seltzer,” according to the Steve Kwapil, CEO and Co-Founder of Brew Pipeline. “That’s always been Gordon’s goal, and we think he...
Tesla Inc., the American electric vehicle and clean energy company will start operations in India early next year, as commented by Nitin Gadkari, Minister of Road Transport and Highways, Govt. of India. Tesla is considered as the world’s most valuable automobile company, evaluated as more than double the combined value of Toyota, Ford and General Motors. Elon Musk, while commenting on Tesla EV’s Indian journey, stated that definitely, it will be 2021, but not the early part of the year. Gadkari said: “Tesla would first start by selling its cars in India. The India price of the Tesla Model 3 should be in the INR 55-60 lakh range and depending upon the response, maybe look at assembly and manufacturing operations as well.” The Transport Minister added: “India is going to become a number one...
Karbach Brewing has expanded its products portfolio with the launch of new range. The company will launch Ranch Water Hard Seltzer in cans in January 2021. The canned Seltzer, which will hit stores across Texas, is brewed with lime and agave. "We’re excited to pay homage to our home state and expand our offerings with this new release," said Eric Warner, founding brewmaster at Karbach Brewing. The 4.5% ABV Hard Seltzer will be sold in six-packs or 12-packs. David Graham, Karbach marketing manager said, “We’ve had a big demand from our consumers for a seltzer. Folks of all kinds come to the brewery and a lot of times we’re getting requests for something outside the ‘normal’ beer world and something that is lower in carbs and calories. “Ranch Water Hard Seltzer has been our most strenuous...
The packaging and construction sectors continued to be key consumers of aluminium. The year 2020 started with the announcement of the company’s plan to replace plastic with aluminium packaging. Ball Corporation's new survey found that consumers in the UK prefer to buy water in aluminium cans for on-the-go purchases. The YouGov poll indicated there is a growing thirst for retailers, and food and beverage outlets to sell water in aluminium cans. In addition to this, the Construction sector drove the demand for low carbon Aluminium. Many companies started using these products in order to minimize carbon emissions. Let’s look back at the top packaging and construction news from end user vertical. Aluminium aerosol cans production remained unaffected by the COVID-19 pandemic The International...
The COVID-19 outbreak has been the reason for serious political and socio-economic problems in many countries, including Armenia. Even before the COVID-19 pandemic hit the country, acting Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan had an intense political struggle with representatives of former political elites who lost power as a result of the 2018 Velvet Revolution. While the chances of the ousted elite making a return to power were minimal, the COVID-19-induced socio-economic crisis has created a more conducive situation. The former Russian Republic has recorded the import of aluminium foil during 2018-19 was 5156 tonnes and the expenditure accounted for the import remained at $18.24 million. The import for 2020 is marked to stand at 2248 tonnes and the expenditures to remain at $7.84 million....
The automobile market in China started recovering in April 2020, with production and sales achieved year-on-year growth. According to China Association of Automobile Manufactures (CAAM) forecast, the domestic auto market is likely to achieve steady growth in the next five years, with sales estimated to reach 30 million units by 2025. At the end of 2020, China’s auto sales are likely to come in at 25 million units, a year-on-year decline to narrow to 2 per cent, better than expected. In November 2020, China automobile production and sales reached new highs standing at 2.85 million units and 2.77 million units, respectively, up by 11.5 per cent and 7.6 per cent from the previous month and 9.6 per cent and 12.6 per cent over the year. From the perspective of the total number of vehicles sold...
TEU, the 14 th Tanzania Economic Update organised by World Bank forecasts that economic growth to drop sharply in 2020, to 2.5% from the 6.9% growth the government reported in 2019 while recognizing significant uncertainty as the Covid-19 pandemic continues to unfold. The East African nation’s import of aluminium cans during 2018-19 has been recorded with 1082 tonnes and the foreign revenue expended for the import remained at $28.41 million. The import for 2020 will be standing at 248 tonnes and the expenditure to remain at $1.72 only. However, when the import volume and expenditure of 2020 gets added with the existing two years, it illustrates 1330 tonnes and $ 30.13 million respectively. Tanzania’s import of aluminium cans in 2018 stood at 628 tonnes and the expenditure accounted...
Recording artist Travis Scott has teamed up with Anheuser-Busch for a new brand CACTI. CACTI Agave Spiked Seltzer comes in three options: strawberry, lime and pineapple. The product will be sold in 12oz cans in a 9 count Variety Pack as well as 16oz and 25oz singles in Lime and Pineapple. The new range will have a 7% ABV and will be available in spring 2021. “CACTI is something I’m really proud of and have put a ton of work into. Me and the team really went in, not only on getting the flavor right, but on thousands of creative protos on everything from the actual beverage, to the can concept, to the packaging and how it is presented to the world. We always try to convey a feeling in our products,” said Travis Scott. “I’m a big fan of tequila so I came at it from that angle, too. I’m...
The economy of Sweden is a developed export-oriented economy, but the Covid-19 pandemic has struck the economy hard. The government has admitted that the latest Covid-19 flare-up will drive the economy towards a weaker zone over the coming months than previously thought. Although, Sweden has so far faced a milder recession than many other European nations, after leaving much of its economy open throughout the pandemic. The Scandinavian nation’s import of aluminium stranded wire during 2018-19 was recorded at 11,475 tonnes and the revenue expended for the import stood at $24.53 million. The import for 2020 will remain at 7827 tonnes and the expenditure to stand at $14.56 million. However, when the import volume and expenditure of 2020 gets assorted with the existing two years, it signifies...
