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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Joedan is investing more than GBP 4 million (approx USD 5.3 million) in a major expansion of its Isle of Wight operation, a move expected to create up to 150 new jobs, including 30 apprenticeships, as the company strengthens its manufacturing footprint. The expansion will include a new 25,000 sq ft manufacturing extension, additional machinery, warehousing, and a showroom at the company’s site on a 3.5-acre plot in Newport. Planning permission for the new manufacturing facility has already been secured. Investment supports UK manufacturing jobs Joedan founder John Purcaro said the company was prepared to invest at a time when the market remains challenging because of its long-term confidence in the Isle of Wight and the future of UK window and door manufacturing. “Not many businesses of...
Nespresso will shift its focus to its aluminium range from paper-based capsules, following customer feedback on shelf life and the overall product experience. The Nestlé subsidiary said the paper capsules were introduced as a pilot project to give customers another option. The company said its experience showed that aluminium provides better protection for freshly roasted coffee. Nespresso said, “ Our experience has reinforced more than ever that aluminium is the best option for optimally protecting the high quality of our freshly roasted coffee all the way to the cup. ” The company added, “ For this reason, we have decided to discontinue the Paper-Based Collection and focus our efforts on our aluminium range going forward. ” To learn the future of aluminium in the packaging industry,...
Jaguar has unveiled the Type 01, the first model built on its new Jaguar Electric Architecture (JEA), and it is not exactly arriving quietly. With 73% aluminum, a 118kWh battery, three electric motors and a rather serious 1,015 horsepower (hp), the new electric grand tourer is Jaguar’s answer to a simple question: what happens when a century-old luxury carmaker decides to start over? The answer, apparently, is a very large piece of aluminum with no rear window. From a gloomy reset to a 1,015-hp comeback The Type 01 is the product of a long and fairly dramatic reset at Jaguar. After years of declining sales, the company ended production of the XE, XF and F-Type in 2024 as it moved towards an all-electric future. By the end of 2025, Jaguar had stopped producing vehicles altogether. To know...
Aluminum plates manufactured by Constellium in Ravenswood, West Virginia, which helped protect NASA’s Artemis II spacecraft, have won the inaugural ‘Coolest Thing Made in West Virginia’ competition. The aluminum components covered much of the spacecraft, extending from the launch vehicle to the crew capsule that carried astronauts around the Moon in April 2026. The material had to combine light weight, strength and durability while withstanding the extreme heat of launch and the intense cold of deep space. To know the aluminum casting demand forecast in the transportation sector, explore our report "Global Aluminium Casting Market 2026-2032: Plant Economics, Alloy Segmentation, Pricing Intelligence, Supply Chain Analysis & Strategic Recommendations" Aluminum takes the spotlight The...
Mexico has initiated a second anti-dumping sunset review on aluminium cookware from China, while existing duties will remain in force throughout the proceeding. Mexico’s Ministry of Economy has initiated a second anti-dumping sunset review covering aluminium cookware originating in China, following a formal request from domestic producer Vasconia Brands, S.A. de C.V. The review examines whether the existing trade-remedy measures on Chinese aluminium cookware should remain in place. The products covered by the proceeding fall under tariff code 7615.10.02 of Mexico’s TIGIE. Mexico sets dumping and injury review periods The dumping investigation covers the period from July 1, 2025, through June 30, 2026, while the injury analysis spans July 1, 2021, to June 30, 2026. Explore AL Circle’s...
Novelis’ recovery of its aluminum operations in Oswego, New York, has helped restore supply for Ford’s F-150 pickup production, with the automaker now sourcing aluminum from the plant again as production ramps up. Ford CEO Jim Farley said the automaker is “fully recovered” from the supplier disruption and has been building F-150 pickups with aluminum sourced from the Novelis Oswego plant for around four weeks. The development marks a significant step in the recovery of the aluminum supply chain supporting Ford’s F-Series trucks. Novelis is a major aluminum supplier for the F-150 and Super Duty, with the metal used extensively in the vehicles’ construction. To know the aluminium casting demand forecast in the transportation sector, explore our report " Global Aluminium Casting Market...
Turkiye is moving into a new phase of domestic high-speed train manufacturing, with its first locally developed high-speed electric train now entering mass production. A key feature of the new train is its aluminium body, while the project also brings together locally developed rail systems and a new manufacturing facility in Sakarya. State-owned TÜRASAŞ - Türkiye Raylı Sistem Araçları Sanayii has started manufacturing the second train set, as the first continues its testing programme. The authorities plan to produce 14 trains over 2027 and 2028, marking a shift from prototype development towards series production. Aluminium bodies at the centre of the new train programme Each high-speed train will comprise eight railcars with aluminium bodies and will have a capacity of 577 passengers....
BMW Motorrad has revealed the new F 450 R as a road-focused addition to its 450 range, with the motorcycle expected to arrive in India early next year. The new naked streetfighter combines a 420 cc parallel-twin engine with a lightweight chassis package that includes several aluminium components. The BMW F 450 R has a ready-to-ride weight of 175 kg, with its lightweight construction supported by an aluminium double-sided swingarm, cast aluminium 17-inch wheels and forged aluminium foot controls. The motorcycle uses a tubular steel space frame, with the engine serving as a load-bearing element. Up front, the F 450 R gets a 43 mm KYB upside-down fork, while the rear uses a KYB monoshock with adjustable preload and rebound. The Sport Suspension version additionally offers adjustable...
UK aluminium and metal aerosol packaging sales reached approximately 529 million units in 2025, with strong growth in selected personal care, household and food applications offsetting declines in other categories, down from approximately 567 million units in 2016, according to data from the British Aerosol Manufacturers’ Association (BAMA), based on Euromonitor research. While the overall volume has declined over the decade, the figures point to a more mixed picture for the UK aerosol market. Several applications have recorded significant growth, with BAMA highlighting a positive pattern emerging since 2021 following the downturn during and after the pandemic. “Overall, we see a resilient performance in UK aerosol sales”, said Patrick Heskins, chief executive of BAMA. He noted that...
Nautor Swan has unveiled new details and official renderings of its 43.5-metre Swan Alloy 44, the Finnish yacht builder’s first aluminium supermaxi, with construction now underway in the Netherlands. The yacht is being built at Gouwerok Shipyard, where hull and deck construction are currently in progress. Once this stage is completed, the vessel will move to Viareggio, Italy, for final outfitting, launch and delivery, which is scheduled for 2028. The project will also become the largest yacht ever built by Gouwerok Shipyard and its first all-aluminium supermaxi. Although construction is taking place outside Finland, Nautor Swan’s team will continue to oversee key aspects of the programme, including its design philosophy, performance studies and supply-chain coordination. The Swan Alloy 44...
Green Science Alliance has more than doubled the initial capacity of its aqueous rechargeable aluminium-ion battery, reporting a rise from approximately 103 mAh g⁻¹ to at least 210 mAh g⁻¹ after introducing a low-cost conductive carbon rubber sheet as the cathode current collector. The development, led by Dr Ryohei Mori, could help address cost and manufacturing challenges associated with aluminium-based batteries. The company said the improved cell maintained its reported capacity for at least 25 cycles, with testing still under way. The result marks progress for aqueous rechargeable aluminium-ion batteries (AAIBs), which have attracted research interest because aluminium is abundant, comparatively inexpensive and recyclable. However, their commercial development continues to face...
The United States and Mexico have postponed their fourth round of trade talks until October, extending uncertainty for North American manufacturers as both governments continue discussions on tariffs affecting automobiles, steel, and aluminum. Mexico’s Deputy Economy Minister for Foreign Trade, Luis Rosendo Gutiérrez, said the meeting would not take place as planned in September because of scheduling conflicts, including Chinese President Xi Jinping’s visit to the United States and the upcoming G20 trade ministerial. A new date has not been announced. Although the formal negotiating round has been delayed, technical coordination between Mexican officials and the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative continues. Mexico is seeking relief from U.S. Section 232 tariffs on steel, aluminum,...
The Ohio project marks a real-world application of ELYSIS-produced aluminium, linking Rio Tinto’s smelting technology with Prysmian’s cable manufacturing. Prysmian and Rio Tinto are bringing low-carbon aluminium into the data-centre supply chain through a project for Amazon in Ohio, where Prysmian will supply electrical cables made using aluminium produced with ELYSIS inert-anode technology. The project connects Rio Tinto’s aluminium production technology with Prysmian’s cable manufacturing capabilities, providing a specific application for the companies’ work on lower-carbon materials. Prysmian says the cables will be manufactured at its facility in Sedalia, Missouri, and that the project is the first known use of inert-anode-smelted aluminium in a data centre. ELYSIS technology is...
Indian appliance makers are raising prices ahead of the festive season as higher metal, crude-derived and freight costs put pressure on manufacturing expenses. Prices of air conditioners, LED televisions, washing machines and other home appliances in India are set to increase by 5 per cent to 8 per cent from October 1, as manufacturers pass on rising input costs to consumers ahead of the festive season. The increase marks the industry’s third round of price hikes in 2026. Manufacturers have cited higher prices for copper, aluminium, steel and crude oil derivatives, along with increased freight costs and currency volatility linked to the ongoing West Asia crisis. Several companies, including Blue Star, Godrej Appliances, Haier, Daikin and Super Plastronics, have announced or confirmed...
The Symbiosis concept pairs a premium aluminium outer shell with a transparent inner bottle, while the partners highlight low-carbon aluminium and future sustainability development. GEKA and AXILONE have partnered to introduce Symbiosis, a luxury beauty packaging concept combining GEKA’s injection blow-moulding technology with AXILONE’s expertise in premium aluminium packaging. The concept will be showcased at Luxe Pack Monaco, presenting a design that brings together a premium aluminium outer shell and a see-through inner bottle. The inner bottle’s transparent windows allow consumers to view the formulation’s colour and texture, adding a sensory element to the packaging. The combination is designed to offer beauty brands a distinctive appearance alongside a tactile product experience....
The Czech mineral water brand has entered the emerging canned water category with a 250 ml Slim aluminium can, combining its heritage positioning with a modern packaging format. Vincentka, a long-established Czech natural mineral water brand, has introduced a 250 ml Slim aluminium can in partnership with CANPACK. The move brings the brand into an emerging mineral water packaging category, where aluminium cans offer an alternative format for consumers seeking refreshment on the go. Produced at CANPACK’s facility in Brzesko, Poland, the can features a Superwhite effect and Matt varnish finish. The design aims to give the packaging a premium appearance while retaining Vincentka’s natural brand identity. A heritage brand enters a new format Vincentka’s move into aluminium packaging brings its...
Limited-edition G 63 combines an aluminium-panel roof rack with upgraded suspension and traction systems for more demanding off-road adventures Mercedes-AMG has taken the G 63 beyond its familiar luxury-performance role with the launch of the G 63 Offroad Pro, a limited-edition variant priced from INR 38 million (USD 396,050) ex-showroom in India. Instead of focusing only on styling upgrades, the new version adds dedicated expedition hardware and technology aimed at making the SUV more capable away from paved roads. One of the most practical additions is a professional roof luggage rack featuring an aluminium panel construction, along with a removable rear ladder. The setup provides greater flexibility for carrying expedition equipment and luggage, giving the G 63 a more...
Premium luggage brand Carl Friedrik has expanded its aluminium collection with the launch of the aluminium Check-in, a 76-litre suitcase designed for longer trips and international travel. Priced at USD 1,095, the new suitcase features a hard-wearing anodized aluminium shell, TSA-approved combination locks, and 360-degree ball-bearing wheels designed for smooth movement. The Check-in model follows the launch of the smaller aluminium Carry-On in March. According to the source, the Carry-On sold out within eight weeks, prompting Carl Friedrik to expand the aluminium range with a larger case. The new suitcase retains several features from its smaller counterpart while adding capacity for travelers who need more space. It is currently available in silver with black, cognac, or chocolate trim....
