For decades, aluminium windows and doors were largely viewed as functional elements of construction. Today, advances in extrusion technology, precision engineering and architectural design have transformed their possibilities. What once required bulky frames and conventional openings can now be achieved through remarkably slender profiles, expansive glass surfaces and sophisticated systems that bring together structural strength, durability and understated luxury. As Indian architecture becomes increasingly ambitious, aluminium is no longer simply framing spaces; it is helping redefine how they are designed, experienced and connected. Market data According to ALUMEX India 2025: Extruding the Future, India is the world’s second-largest primary aluminium producer and third-largest consumer,...
Two recent Tesla stories sit at opposite ends of the range. Tesla Model 3 is set to benefit from cost-focused Cybercab inverter technology, announced on November 1 2026. The flying car, Tesla Roadster, uses aluminum in its battery cells and underbody protection, reinforcing power delivery, thermal management and lightweight construction. The two models reveal how aluminum can serve very different engineering priorities, from making electric vehicles (EVs) more affordable to helping them deliver extraordinary performance. Tesla Model 3: the everyday car gets Cybercab hardware Nick Verzini, Tesla’s Head of Drive Unit Engineering, mentioned on a Munro Live factory tour that a new printed circuit board assembly and power stage from the Cybercab’s inverter will enter Model 3 production in...
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According to the European Central Bank, the European Union will not be severely impacted in the short term by the proposed of car tariffs by the US on EU. However, the growing trade tensions among the countries could have serious consequences for the global economy. An ECB research shows that the new import duties on car are likely to cause about 4 per cent loss to the EU car industry. Considering the size of the region’s market, such loss would only have a limited effect on region's economy. The US automakers may have an advantage from the levies but that will be largely offset by retaliatory tariffs from those affected countries which will affect other parts of the economy. The proposed car tariffs on the cars imported from the European Union has been doing the rounds since 2018 when...
Until the early 20th century, aluminium was generally not used in construction. It was in the 1920s when aluminium began to be used for decorative detailing and then in the 1930s, a breakthrough was achieved when the Empire State building in New York used aluminium for much of its interior structures. Subsequently, the non-ferrous metal began to be used for roofing, flashing, wall panels, spandrels, and so on. With this growing use, the exports of aluminium structures by several countries have also been increasing. They are used for commercial buildings to domestic dwellings. In the year last, Austria’s exports of aluminium structures had increased by 23 per cent from 28,673 tonnes in 2017 to 35,385 tonnes. However, the amount of export in 2017 was down 9 per cent from 31,580 tonnes in...
According to a recent update from Shanghai Metals Market, China’s April retail sales of passenger vehicles increased from a month ago as buyers held off car purchases after the value-added tax cuts took effect. The China Passenger Car Association (CPCA) intimidated on Wednesday that in the first week of April, car retail sales averaged at 35,321 units per day, up 8 per cent from the same period last year. However, daily average sales clocked at 33,508 units in the first three weeks of April, down 25 per cent year-on-year due to a high statistical basis in the contemporary period of 2018. According to another update from Shanghai Metals Market, Liuan City of China’s eastern province of Anhui has decided to offer subsidies for local hydrogen refuelling stations by 30 per cent of the capital...
Indian Ministries and public sector firms are working towards building infrastructure and manufacturing components for electric vehicles (EVs). It is estimated that the EV market in 2030 would be valued at INR 42,000 crore. Private sector is also investing in manufacturing and installing EV infrastructures including charging and battery swapping technologies, as said by the NITI Aayog. Industry players are also exploring solar-plus-EV technology. Indian Railways has decided to allocate space for EV charging places at their station parking lots on public-private partnership. Indian Oil Corporation has partnered with clean energy firm Fortum India for EV charging stations to be started in Nagpur, Hyderabad, Kolkata and Delhi. The company also signed agreements with NTPC, Powergrid and...
Automotive Aluminum Advisors LLC announced the addition of three most experienced aluminium technology and engineering experts to its team. Automotive Aluminum Advisors LLC is a consulting & engineering firm that works with the automotive sector in the areas of aluminium technology & engineering and R&D. The appointments are aimed at cementing the company’s position as an industry leading consultant group in the above mentioned sector. Daniel Bryant is a former Technical Fellow at the Alcoa Technical Center who has led the development of new type of automotive aluminium alloy. He has proven track record in developing new aluminium sheet, extrusion and foundry alloys for automotive applications. James Burg, a former Chief Design Engineer at Alcoa is an expert in lightweight product and...
The global aluminium cans market is estimated to experience growth at a CAGR of 3.4 per cent to 3.6 per cent, thanks to the growth in China, Asia, Europe, and South America. Amidst this, some parts of the world are even likely to see a stagnant or decreasing trend in aluminium cans market because of lowered consumption of carbonated beverages. Nonetheless, the market in the European Union is expected to grow at a CAGR of over 4 per cent between 2017 and 2025, owing to increased recycling activities undertaken by the European Commission, as well as the national governments of France, Germany, and the U.K., according to Grand View Research, Inc. However, according to our third-party data, aluminium cans import by Belgium may drop for the second straight year in 2019. After a rise in...
Starbucks and Nestlé have announced the launch of Starbucks by Nespresso coffee capsules. Starbucks by Nespresso is the first product jointly developed since the two companies formed the Global Coffee Alliance in August last year. Each capsule is made of aluminium and is recyclable as a part of the Nespresso recycling program. Tony Matta, President of Nestlé Starbucks Coffee said: “Starbucks® by Nespresso is a product that we have been very excited about since the formation of the Global Coffee Alliance.” “Within this partnership, we are constantly searching for ways to elevate the at-home experience, and Starbucks® by Nespresso is the perfect way to bring a new, exciting coffee experience into the homes of our customers.” The capsules will be available in four different flavours,...
Tala, a lighting brand from UK, has designed a "super simple" alumina lighting range considering the urban nomads in mind. The lights are designed to cater to the more transient rental market. Tala's latest collection is manufactured from alumina – a high-grade technical ceramic base made from chemical grade bauxite. These alumina ceramics are typically used in industrial applications, which the lighting brand has used for interior lighting. The use of alumina material in the lights offers a matte white finish for simplicity and clarity. The outward finish is complemented by a minimal, pared-back design. The table lamp assembly is simply formed of a bulb, stand and a tuner; the plug-in pendant consists of a node and a bulb. "Pushing design boundaries is a part of Tala's DNA, but we also...
Australian yacht builder SilverYachts has reportedly unveiled a new line from its aluminium superyachts portfolio at Singapore Yacht Show 2019. Named SpaceCat and designed by long term SilverYachts collaborator Espen Øino, the new vessel is 35.5-metre long power catamaran. The vessel is environmentally friendly thanks to its lightweight low-resistance aluminium hull and features spacious living areas within a 13.3-metre beam. It has an external space of 575-square-metre and 300-square-metres of living areas inside. The total accommodation capacity of the yacht is for 12 guests and 8 crews. There are master suit, two doubles and two twin cabins, with one equipped with two Pullman beds. The crew of 8 can be housed in a double captain’s cabin, two twins, and one triple cabin. A swimming pool...
Ardagh Group, a Luxembourg-based producer of glass and metal products, reportedly announced its plans to expand Jacareí can and Manaus ends production facilities in Brazil this year. Ardagh’s plans to expand the facilities are part of its commitment towards supporting the growth in the Brazilian can market. Ardagh believes these expansions will enable the market to meet customers’ demands for infinitely recyclable and sustainable aluminium packaging. Ardagh said both Jacareí can facility and Manaus ends facility are currently operating at full capacity and aiming to increase the production further. The company also said about its intentions to start the Jacareí plant expansion project from the first quarter of 2020 after completing the expansion of the Manaus plant in the third quarter of...
Italy-based luxury yacht conglomerate Overmarine Group’s first model of newly revealed 49.9-metre Mangusta Oceano 50 superyacht is reportedly under construction and is due to be completed during 2020. Aluminium is the main metal that gives shape to this vessel. Designer Alberto Mancini, who is designing this vessel along with the company’s in-house team says, “ Almost as if the aluminium were moulded onto a living thing in motion .” The design of the vessel is such that it ensures to optimise exterior and interior volumes and offers ample amenities. Areas such as the aft cockpit with private seating area and garage that converts into a spacious beach club are just some of the innovative features of the Mangusta Oceano 50. The interior is designed in a way that guests can enjoy the full...
The Chinese tech giant Xiaomi has reportedly unveiled an electric bicycle named Himo C20. It is a pedal assisted e-bike that comes with an aluminium frame and thus, weighs just 21 Kgs. Specially designed for daily city use, Himo C20 e-bike provides a range of around 80 Kms, powered by a 36V 10Ah lithium-ion battery that can hold up to 360 Wh of electric charge. The company claims the charging time of the battery is six hours, which is a lot for a battery of this size. Himo C20 gets a hub-mounted 250W DC brushless electric motor placed to the rear wheel of the bicycle. The motor helps the e-bike to propel to a top speed of around 40-45 kmph. Himo also has 20-inch rims fitted with high profile tyres, which should help the rider pedal through the rough with ease. Now coming to the styling,...
Welsh aluminium fabricator Dudley’s Aluminium has appointed Dave Ramsay as their new Installations Manager. With over 30 years’ experience in the industry, Dave Ramsay will support the Cardiff-based team in a new series of projects, including the Taff Vale Redevelopment in Pontypridd town centre. Dave said: “I have seen Dudley’s Aluminium grow over the years to become the market leader within the region. They’ve played a significant part in shaping Cardiff’s city centre and I am very excited to be a part of this well-established company and I look forward to working on innovative projects, like the Taff Vale Redevelopment in Pontypridd town centre, which will benefit the local communities.” Dudley’s Aluminium manufactures aluminium curtain-walling, windows, shop-fronts, automatic and...
Novelis supplies premium aluminium automotive body sheet to Toyota Motor Corporation for 2019 Toyota RAV4. Novelis' lightweight, high-strength aluminium helps RAV4, Toyota's number-one-selling vehicle and the best-selling non-pickup-truck in the country, achieve weight savings. Marco Palmieri, Senior Vice President and President, Novelis North America said:"Novelis is proud to expand our partnership with Toyota as the company takes the RAV4 to the next level of safety, performance and style.” "We are confident that the unparalleled quality and strength of Novelis aluminium will help Toyota exceed the high expectations of new and loyal RAV4 owners." Novelis supplies Advanz™ 6HS – s600 and Advanz™ 6HS – e600, which are heat treatable alloys, to meet Toyota’s needs. Novelis engineers and...
In the opinion of Russian oligarch Oleg Deripaska, his automaking company GAZ could be forced to close by the summer if the United States does not revome the sanctions. Perhaps, July 4 could be the last working day for the company, said Deripaska to journalists during an organised visit on Tuesday, April 16, to the auto giant’s sprawling plant. He particularly said, “If the factory is not able to return to normal business after Jul 4, then there is no chance it can survive." The US Treasury has lifted sanctions against EN+ group, Rusal aluminium giant and EuroSibEnergo Power Company as Deripaska has ceded control of those companies. But since the businessman is yet to cede his control of GAZ, the US has not removed the sanctions against it until now. However, according to Deripaska, the...
According to the China Association of Automobile Manufacturers data, the drop in China's new light-vehicle sales slowed down slightly in March though it continued to decline. Sales dropped 6.9% to 2.02 million last month after slumping 17% in January and February. The sales have dropped consecutively for nine months. In March, multipurpose vehicle sales fell 14% to some 151,600 while sedan sales dropped 7.5% to about 949,300. Crossovers and SUVs have registered a drop of 5.8% to around 867,800. Minibus sales increased 14% to about 50,700. Last month, sales of new commercial vehicles in China including trucks and buses rose 2.4% to about 501,000. From January to March, new light-vehicle sales dropped 14% to below 5.3 million while new commercial-vehicle deliveries increased 2.2% to some...
According to a recent report, a flex printing and signage company Sign World Inc. will soon install a BNZ aluminium profile channel letter bending machine, in a bid to speed up the process of signage making. Marvin Dsilva, the owner of the Coimbatore-based company, said that clients are demanding delivery of signages in only two to three days of time. Earlier, when the company used to have a manual process of designing the letters of signages, it would take 2 to 3 hours to create one letter. But the installation of this new machine will enable the company to design one letter in just 3 minutes. Moreover, brands and retailers are looking for more durability and don’t want signages made of acryclic, which is the reason why the company is investing in this machine, added Mr. Dsilva. “We have...
Geely Auto Group, headquartered in Hangzhou, China, has newly launched a pure EV brand Geometry, intending to boost production of new energy vehicles. The brand’s first model, imaginatively nameplated as Geometry A, is a high end model offered with standard and long ranges for a total of six configurations. According to Zhejiang Geely Holding Group president and Geely Auto Group president and CEO An Conghui, the brand Geometry and its first model are launched with a strategic goal, and that is becoming one of the world top 10 automotive groups. He said, "Geely is a strong force and active participant in the field of new energy. We are guided by technological innovation and are determined to become a global leader in new energy. Geometry is our answer to the future of the industry, a...
