Ball Corporation and Crown Holdings are investing a combined INR 50 billion (USD 523 million) in two separate aluminium beverage can manufacturing projects in Uttar Pradesh. Ball Beverage Packaging India, Ball Corporation's Indian subsidiary, has selected a site at the Integrated Manufacturing and...
Ardagh Metal Packaging South America (AMP-South America) has appointed Rildo Lima as its Chief Executive Officer, with Lima succeeding Jorge Bannitz after his 30-year career with the company and contribution to the Brazilian beverage can industry. Lima brings more than three decades of leadership...
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Yazaki, a 17 billion USD legacy Japanese global auto parts giant, with presence in 46 countries, has expanded its India footprint with close to 1 million square feet across NCR, Hosur, and now Chennai. This has been done in collaboration with Horizon Industrial Parks, Blackstone’s logistics...
The US produces a large quantity of beverage cans domestically. But, it isn't enough to cater to the country's need. Import takes up a large portion of the aluminium trade in the stance of the United States. And among these inbound trade comes the aluminium can which is an intergral part of...
Milan Design Week is back with a bang and lots more exciting innovations to showcase in 2025. The renowned exhibition not only flaunts the latest trends from in and around the world but also serves as a premier platform for designers to showcase their unique ideas and innovations. "Design You Can...
Maxwell Hazan, a renowned custom motorcycle designer, has unveiled the Ferrari HF355 motorcycle. This unique creation integrates a 3.5-litre Ferrari V8 engine into a bespoke aluminium frame. Crafted in Hazan's Los Angeles workshop, the project aims to blend Ferrari's automotive excellence with...
Apple orchestrated an airlift of five planeloads of iPhones and other products from its manufacturing hubs in India and China to the United States over a span of just three days in late March. The reason behind the move? A swift manoeuvre to sidestep impending US tariffs. This fast-paced, decisive...
Constellium has announced the successful completion of the ISA3 Research and Development (R&D) project. Launched in 2021, the initiative focused on advancing lightweight automotive design by developing next-generation aluminium components that are lighter, more cost-effective, and highly...
Rimowa has partnered with Berlin-based eyewear specialist Mykita to create co-branded sunglasses, with the first styles launching on April 10. Anodised aluminium—Rimowa's signature material will be utilised in the Heritage series of co-branded sunglasses, which are available in square, aviator, and...
Among end-user products made of aluminium, cans and bottles are one category affected by the US tariffs; PC cases and graphic cards are another facing challenges due to tariff implementation on Chinese aluminium imports from March 12, 2025. Image source: Medical Buyer PC makers were already...
Designers Sabine Marcelis and Daniel Rybakken are among the talents showcasing aluminium-based furniture and home decor at Hydro's R100 exhibition during Milan Design Week 2025. Organised by the aluminium and renewable energy company Hydro, the exhibition was built entirely from 100 per cent...
In an interview with AL Circle, Mr Cátilo Cândido, Executive President of the Brazilian Association of Aluminum Can Manufacturers (Abralatas), highlighted that Brazil's robust and dynamic economy—particularly the rising purchasing power of its population—drives the demand for soft drinks and,...
Coca-Cola Europacific Partners (CCEP) has introduced Absolut Vodka & Sprite Watermelon, marking the brands first-ever flavour innovation. The two new flavours will be available in sleek 250ml aluminium cans and will be available nationwide. The new blend combines Sprite’s signature crispness with...
Sipping wine and saving the planet, one glass at a time! Would you still choose something else? An UK-organic wine company, Vinca, has introduced their wine in full-sized recyclable aluminium bottles and is currently available in more than 300 Tesco stores across the UK this week. Image source:...
As the world awaited the United States' reciprocal tariffs on April 2, 2025, President Donald Trump caught everyone off guard with a new move: a 25 per cent duty on imported beer & aluminium cans and assembled automobiles & car parts. This did not mean that Trump exempted his trade partners from...
Enter a realm where precision meets performance with effortless typing and seamless gameplay. Amazon’s biggest saver is live on Corsair’s aluminium K70 Pro Mini compact mechanical gaming keyboard with a wrap-around RGB is at 50 per cent off. Image source: Corsair This gaming keyboard was set to be...
On Tuesday, April 1, Unilever announced the acquisition of personal care brand Wild, further advancing its portfolio optimisation strategy toward premium and high-growth categories as part of the Growth Action Plan 2030. Founded in 2020 by Charlie Bowes-Lyon and Freddy Ward, Wild has transformed...
A strategic yet surprising agreement occurred in late March 2025 between Berlin-based Yamaha Motors and a German automotive part manufacturer, Brose. This agreement was for the acquisition of the German company’s bicycle drive unit (eKit) as Yamaha Motor Europe’s subsidiary to expand their business...
Botanical soda brand Moment has partnered with Crown Holdings, Inc. to enhance its sustainability efforts by upgrading the aluminium packaging for its botanical and adaptogen-based beverages sold across the U.S. Image Source: Crown Holdings By transitioning from shrink-wrapped aluminium cans to...
Yamaha Motor Australia Pty. Ltd. has signed a purchase agreement with subsidiaries of BRP Inc., a Canada-based company, to acquire full ownership of Telwater Pty Ltd, an Australian aluminium boat manufacturer. The completion of this acquisition is subject to obtaining necessary clearances, permits,...
