South Asia’s beverage-can manufacturing capacity continues to expand, with Bangladesh preparing to enter the industry through a USD 100 million aluminium beverage can plant while new and expanded facilities advance across India, Pakistan and Afghanistan. However, the planned Bangladeshi project still faces a key infrastructure hurdle: securing a gas connection before production begins. Chinese-owned Alu Hi-Tech Industries Ltd is developing Bangladesh’s first aluminium beverage can plant at Kaliakoir Hi-Tech Park in Gazipur, north of Dhaka. The facility is designed to produce around 1 billion cans annually, with approximately 90 per cent of its output earmarked for export markets. The company registered with the hi-tech park in 2024, when work on the project began. Construction has...
Europe’s beverage-can market outperformed other regions in the third quarter, prompting Ardagh Metal Packaging (AMP) to accelerate its investment plans with two new production lines at existing facilities in the UK and Spain. Global beverage can shipments rose 2 per cent year on year in the three months to September 30, while Europe recorded 6 per cent growth, contrasting with a 1 per cent decline across the Americas. AMP announced the expansion alongside third-quarter results that exceeded its own earnings guidance, allowing the company to raise its full-year adjusted EBITDA outlook. Chief executive Oliver Graham said demand remained resilient across the company’s markets, supported by strength in key beverage categories and continued gains for cans within the wider packaging mix. The...
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Xiamen KDSBUILDING Material Co., Ltd, a China-based fenestration manufacturer, has announced its compliance with TITLE24 standards while launching new aluminium products. KDSBUILDING ensures the reliability of its aluminium fenestration systems, reinforced by strict, performance-driven regulatory standards. They aim to reduce energy consumption in construction and renovation projects. Image source: https://hansekitchen.en.made- in-china.com/ Explore- Most accurate data to drive business decisions with 50+ reports across the value chain Adherence to the California Energy Code or TITLE24 is a widely regarded benchmark of exceptional energy efficiency. It offers products a strong edge for competitiveness in markets that opt for sustainability and prioritise reduced operating costs....
On December 25, the foundation stone for Afghanistan’s first aluminium can manufacturing facility was laid in the western province of Herat. It highlighted the government’s encouragement of private-sector development and reduced dependence on imports in key consumer goods sectors, promoting self-sufficiency. Image source: https://www.niir.org/ Explore- Most accurate data to drive business decisions with 50+ reports across the value chain Taliban authorities inaugurated the USD 120 million project in Herat, regarding it as the country’s first such plant. The foundation stone of the “Pamir” aluminium can production company was laid by Mullah Abdul Ghani Baradar, Deputy Prime Minister for Economic Affairs. Previously, the Pakistan Aluminium Beverage Cans Limited (PABC) shared a plan to set...
Europe’s transition to electric mobility remains officially on track, but the destination now appears less certain. The European Commission has moved to defer its long-standing plan to phase out petrol and diesel car sales by 2035, prompting unease among electric vehicle startups and climate-focused investors. Image source: EARTH.ORG Under the revised approach, new cars would no longer need to be entirely zero-emission by 2035. Instead, manufacturers may sell a limited proportion, up to 10 per cent of hybrid or similar vehicles, provided they offset the associated emissions through carbon credits. The proposal forms part of a wider “Automotive Package” that Brussels says is intended to preserve both environmental goals and industrial competitiveness. If endorsed by the European...
CANPACK collaborated with Royal Swinkels to introduce the latest 2025 8.6 Tattoo Limited Edition can design. The launch continues a long-running tradition of turning the 8.6 Original 50cl beverage can into a canvas for bold artistic expression. The project brings together the distinctive spirit of the 8.6 brand and CANPACK’s award-winning Quadromix printing technology. The result is a limited-edition can that is visually bold, technically precise and scalable for high-volume production. It also underlines how packaging innovation is increasingly used as a storytelling tool in the beverage sector. Explore- Most accurate data to drive business decisions with 50+ reports across the value chain Since 2016, the 8.6 Tattoo Limited Edition series has turned the 8.6 Original 50cl can into a...
As 2025 draws to a close, automobile companies in India is experiencing a massive shift from a phase of weak demand and cautious spending to one of significant momentum. Driven largely by the GST 2.0, the new wave has reshaped vehicle pricing and improved sentiments across segments. With industry veterans expecting a double-digit growth in FY26, this reveals a notable turnaround from earlier projections of drastically low expansion. The majority of 2025 in the Indian auto industry was a phase of struggle where consumer sentiment remained guarded, discretionary spending was slow to revive, and rural demand was at a consistent low. According to the data of the Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers (SIAM), total automobile sales in the first half of 2025 stood at 2,670,857 units, which...
The US State Department announced a vital defence agreement to Taiwan worth USD 11.1 billion. The arms deal was announced in a nationally televised press conference addressed by Donald Trump, President of the United States, on December 17. Upon completion, it would be the greatest sales package covering advanced equipment such as HIMARS and ATACMS, with a considerable amount of aluminium content in them, from the US to Taiwan, as well as plant a seed of doubt in the heart of China. Image for representational purposes only Explore- Most accurate data to drive business decisions with 50+ reports across the value chain Still awaiting approval from the US Congress, the contract was announced by the Defence Security Cooperation Agency, which handles the sales of US foreign military. The aim is...
After years of trailing in the PC market, Google is gearing up for a grand comeback with the brand-new Android-based operating system. Rumoured to be named Aluminium OS, it is the outcome of merging its two platforms - Android OS and Chromebooks. Aluminium, which is used in the physical casting for many of Google’s devices, is now being incorporated into the internal codename for its next-gen OS. Not giving up to Microsoft and Apple dominance, Google is optimistic about the new OS, reportedly expected to launch in a few months, in 2026. Image for representational purposes only Explore- Most accurate data to drive business decisions with 50+ reports across the value chain Despite the dominance of Android OS in the smartphone sector, Google has lagged in the PC race, stuck in the 3 rd...
For the three consecutive sessions, Ola Electric Mobility's shares hit a fresh all-time low, dropping by almost 5 per cent in the early trade on Thursday. The firm's stock has fallen by nearly 16 per cent in the third session because the investors became worried soon after the promoter and founder Bhavish Aggarwal sold almost 6.8 crore shares worth INR 234 crore (USD 28 million) in two days via the open market transactions. On Thursday, the electric car company's share price dropped by almost 4.6 per cent, marking the lowest price at INR 31.41 (USD 0.38), where the previous day's close was marked at INR 32.92 (USD 0.40) and this is all happening whilst the trading volume was deemed to be high. The trading volume spiked, with over 98 lakh shares changing hands, significantly surpassing the...
The European Commission's Joint Research Centre (JRC) invited the Federation of Aluminium Consumers in Europe (FACE) to respond and offer clarifications prior to updating its June 2025 position paper on aluminium scrap. On December 12, FACE published a document based on a survey conducted across 7 value-chain companies. The questions addressed a vast spectrum of aluminium scrap in the European Union - starting from its availability, through circulation, to its quality. These are to be used in the preparation of the Circular Economy Act, with the primary focus remaining on aluminium in the sector of construction. Image for representational purposes only Explore- Most accurate data to drive business decisions with 50+ reports across the value chain The document highlights concerns regarding...
Electric vehicles are slowly becoming mainstream in India’s net-zero plans, though industry leaders are still a little apprehensive about it. Speaking at the ETAuto EV Conclave 2025, policymakers and executives expressed considering electric vehicles and decarbonisation as synonymous is risky. Instead, they suggest India must explore a multi-pathway, well-to-wheel strategy, aligned with technology choices, grid decarbonisation, business viability and workforce readiness. Vikram Gulati, Country Head and EVP for Corporate Affairs and Governance at Toyota Kirloskar Motor, said decarbonisation must be assessed beyond the tailpipe. He pointed out that strong hybrids already deliver emissions of around 110 grams of CO₂, and with higher ethanol blending, figures can drop further to around 91...
An event held at the Manitowoc Public Library is set to showcase the display of nearly 56 aluminium Christmas trees. The countdown for Christmas has been kicked off by Taylor Zee-bell with a peek at the "Enchanted Evergleam forests" representing the aluminium Christmas tree. At the Manitowoc Public Library, the Christmas trees are hard to miss because of the bright display of the aluminium Christmas trees. Manitowoc Aluminum Kitsch, a Manitowoc-based aluminium speciality company, produced and branded these trees from 1959 to 1972 and is deemed to be the largest producer of aluminium trees in the country. Two aluminium tree enthusiasts, Jordan Kabat and Barbara Bundy, are hosting the event, where they are celebrating and teaching the community about the rich history of the aluminium trees....
India’s exporters are bracing for a setback after Mexico approved a sweeping rise in import tariffs that analysts say could disrupt nearly three-quarters of India’s shipments to the country in the coming financial year. Image for reference only (source: https://www.orfonline.org/) Explore- Most accurate data to drive business decisions with 50+ reports across the value chain The decision was cleared by Mexico’s Senate on December 11 and approved by both chambers of Congress. From January 1, 2026, Mexico will levy higher duties, typically ranging from about 5 per cent to as much as 35 per cent, on imports from countries without a free trade agreement. India is among those affected. The move is likely to reshape the business case for Indian firms in Mexico, particularly in sectors that have...
Gamme Telco, a division of Group Mitjavila, has unveiled its newly developed all-aluminium solar carport named Electra Design 3 for residential and commercial application. The uniqueness of this carport is it generates solar power while providing shelter to the parked cars, besides being fully customisable and compatible with standard PV modules. The all-aluminium frame is fully recyclable and backed by a 5-year warranty. Company president Frédéric Arpin explained, “No special modules are required, as we adapt the structure to fit 99 per cent of the panels available on the market, typically between 30 mm and 35 mm thick.” This flexibility is central to its design. Every installation can be tailored to the buyer’s preferred panels or layout. Arpin added, “The dimensions are flexible. We...
Huawei’s MatePad SE 11 arrives as a tablet shaped around comfort, everyday practicality and a dash of refinement. The aluminium frame is the first thing that stands out. It feels reassuringly solid and carries a level of finish rarely seen in its price bracket. The clean, well-cut edges add to its tidy appearance and show that care has been taken in how the device has been put together. The 11-inch Full HD+ display continues to focus on ease of use. It comes with low blue light and flicker free certification, both of which are designed to make longer sessions less tiring on the eyes. That makes a noticeable difference during reading, film watching or even when children are using it for extended periods. It also reflects Huawei’s wider attempt to build devices that suit the whole family,...
Pakistan’s National Tariff Commission has opted to keep anti-dumping duties on imported aluminium beverage cans in place for another three years, extending measures first imposed on suppliers from Jordan, Sri Lanka and the United Arab Emirates. The decision follows the conclusion of a Sunset Review that examined whether lifting the duties would expose the domestic industry to renewed harm. Pakistan Aluminium Beverage Cans Limited informed the Pakistan Stock Exchange that the extension will take effect on February 19, 2025. The review itself began on February 8, 2024, and assessed market data from January 2022 through December 2024. According to the Commission’s findings, removing the existing duties would leave the local sector vulnerable to continued dumping and the sort of material...
Ford CEO, Jim Farley has expressed his concern that the shifting EV rules and industrial policies as imposed by the European Union (EU) are highly steep and extremely stringent, leaving no room for flexibility or realistic approach for the European automakers to the market. He warns the European Commission against undermining its own automakers and jeopardising the future of the European automotive industry. Image for representational purpose only Explore- Most accurate data to drive business decisions with 50+ reports across the value chain The EV landscape of Europe is shaped by ambitious environmental goals and equally stringent directives that are being thrust upon the European market of automobiles. These range from CO2 targets to End-of-Life vehicles regulations. Corporate Average...
On December 10, Wednesday, Vidya Wires IPO made a flat debut at the stock market, settled at INR 52.13 on BSE, and sold the shares with a microscopic premium of 0.25 per cent from the issue price of INR 52 apiece. The stock is to embark on its maiden trade session on its very issue price on NSE. Image for representational purpose only (source: https://www.alcircle.com/) Explore- Most accurate data to drive business decisions with 50+ reports across the value chain The Gujarat-based wire manufacturer has been listed much below the lines of expectation, indicating an underperformance. Prior to the debut, in the unofficial market, the IPO commanded the grey market premium (GMP) of INR 4 apiece. This initially indicated the listing price to be around INR 56, fetching a premium of 7.69 per...
As tariffs rolled out this year, the automotive sector found itself navigating a policy shift that swiftly reconfigured supply chains, trade patterns and production decisions across markets. The tariff campaign on the automotive sector began with the first round of 25 per cent duties on April 3, hitting imported passenger cars, SUVs and light trucks under 14,000 pounds, instantly raising their costs and giving domestic producers such as GM and Ford a fresh competitive advantage. A second wave followed on May 3, this time directed at engines, transmissions, drivelines and electrical systems including batteries and wiring harnesses. Although manufacturers were granted a brief window to front-load inventories, the pressure was immediate, especially for those unable to meet USMCA’s 75 per...
