Giant art installation unveiled at Trafford centre for recycle week
Every Can Counts (ECC) has unveiled a giant art installation outside Trafford Centre to highlight the importance of recycling during Recycle Week 2026 (14th – 20th September). The Infinity Sculpture, made from more than 1,200 recycled drink cans, has been created to illustrate the life cycle of a drink can, highlighting that aluminium can be recycled time and time again. Shoppers and centre visitors can get a glimpse of the can-based artwork that will be on display by the Great Hall Entrance at Trafford Centre until Sunday 20th September to mark the occasion. This is the first time the Infinity Sculpture has been showcased in Manchester, where it will act as a physical reminder of the importance of recycling to the community. On Saturday 19th and Sunday 20th September, visitors wanting to...
Aluminium Extruders Council launches “Look No Further” program
The Aluminium Extruders Council (AEC) today announced the launch of “Look No Further™,” a campaign promoting the capabilities, responsiveness, and innovation of US and Canadian aluminium extruder members of AEC. Developed for manufacturers, engineers, architects, designers, and procurement leaders, the campaign underscores the value of working with AEC extruder members to meet growing demand for aluminium extrusion solutions across transportation, building and construction, consumer products, electrical, machinery and equipment, and other critical markets. “Customers need domestic extrusion partners that can deliver more than shaped aluminium,” said Jason Weber, President of the Aluminium Extruders Council. “The Look No Further™ campaign will reinforce that AEC extruder members offer the...
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Immersive Infinity Room returns to Catalyst Science Discovery Centre for year long run
A popular immersive installation designed to inspire recycling has made a comeback at Catalyst Science Discovery Centre and Museum in Widnes, Cheshire, for a year-long residency. To know more about the global primary aluminium industry 2026 outlook, access the report “ Global Aluminium Industry Outlook 2026 ” The ‘Infinity Room’ exhibit, designed by not-for-profit Every Can Counts, uses mirrors and suspended aluminium cans to demonstrate the infinite recyclability of aluminium, and raise awareness about the importance of recycling amongst children and the wider public. Following its successful debut at the centre back in June 2023, the installation returned this week, with a visit from local primary school, Widnes Academy, to mark the occasion. The exhibit will remain at Catalyst...
Vedanta Aluminium strengthens quality leadership with 18 BIS certifications
Vedanta Aluminium, India’s largest aluminium producer, announced that it has cumulatively secured a total of 18 BIS (Bureau of Indian Standards) certifications across its smelter operations at Jharsuguda, Odisha, home to the world’s largest aluminium plant and Korba, Chhattisgarh, where Bharat Aluminium Company Limited (BALCO), India’s iconic aluminium producer, is located. These certifications, earned progressively over time, reaffirm Vedanta Aluminium’s position at the forefront of quality, reliability and regulatory compliance in the industry. Vedanta Aluminium was the first in the Indian aluminium industry to secure certification for its large range of aluminium products as per available BIS quality standards. The most recent certification has been achieved by its unit BALCO and...
ASI certifies Nemak Nanjing Automotive Components Co., Ltd. against Performance Standard V3.1
Nemak S.A.B de C.V (Nemak) has achieved ASI Performance Standard Certification for the casting, cleaning, heat treatment processes for the manufacturing of aluminium alloy components for the automotive industry at Nemak Nanjing Automotive Components Co., Ltd. in Nanjing, China. To know more about the global primary aluminium industry 2026 outlook, access the report “ Global ALuminium Industry Outlook 2026 ”. Aluminium Stewardship Initiative (ASI) today announced that Nemak has achieved Certification against the ASI Performance Standard V3.1 (2023). The facility manufactures aluminium alloy automotive components including cylinder heads and subframes, and in 2024 produced over 13,000 tonnes of cylinder heads and more than 300 tonnes of subframes. Its operations are supported by on-site...
Vedanta delivers India’s largest employee equity grant in the manufacturing of INR 2,500 crores
Vedanta Limited (NSE: VEDL), India’s leading metals, oil & gas, critical minerals, power, and technology conglomerate, has generated a cumulative financial impact of nearly INR 2,500 crores for employees through sustained Employee Stock Option (ESOP) grants in the last 5 years, underscoring one of India’s most significant broad-based wealth creation initiatives. Most recently, this includes stock options worth over INR 500 crores under ESOP 2025, empowering nearly 1,200 first-time recipients, including freshers. To know more about the global primary aluminium industry 2026 outlook, book the report “ Global ALuminium Industry Outlook 2026 ”. Vedanta’s ESOP model is among the most inclusive in the country, covering nearly 40 per cent of its workforce across plants, functions, and career...
Runaya Green Tech Receives CRISIL ‘A/Stable/A1’ Rating, Citing Fourfold Revenue Growth
Runaya Green Tech Private Limited (“RGTPL/Runaya”), a Runaya Group company focused on sustainability and circular economy solutions in the natural resources sector, has received ‘CRISIL A/Stable’ long-term and ‘CRISIL A1’ short-term ratings from CRISIL Ratings. The ratings reflect the company’s strong revenue visibility, healthy financial risk profile, and rapid scale-up of operations. CRISIL noted Runaya’s accelerated scale-up, with revenues growing nearly fourfold to INR 2.7 billion in FY25. Revenue is expected to double in FY26, supported by the commissioning of new capacities and increased production of critical minerals such as cadmium, cobalt, nickel, copper and antimony. Runaya is a technology-led, sustainability-focused manufacturer, operating a “waste-to-wealth” model supported...
Hitachi High-Tech launches FOUNDRY-MASTER Smart 2, enhancing performance and value of stationary optical emission spectrometers
Hitachi High-Tech Corporation ("Hitachi High-Tech", part of Hitachi, Ltd.’s Connective Industries Sector), launches the FOUNDRY-MASTER Smart 2, an enhanced stationary optical emission spectrometer ("OES") designed to deliver lab-grade precision in a compact, durable format designed specifically for Quality Assurance/Quality Control (QA/QC) and non-ferrous metal analysis. The instrument is manufactured by Hitachi High-Tech Analytical Science GmbH and sold worldwide by its group company, Hitachi High-Tech Analytical Science Ltd. ("Hitachi High-Tech Analytical Science"). To know more about the global primary aluminium industry 2026 outlook, pre-book the report " Global Aluminium Industry Outlook 2026 ” at a special price. The FOUNDRY-MASTER Smart 2 Hitachi High-Tech provides analytical...
Global EV market’s continued renaissance
Signals from Industry Investment, Global Industry Shifts, Execution and Emerging Growth Models. The global electric vehicle (EV) market is entering a more mature and progressive phase of alignment and development. Following a decade of rapid expansion driven by accelerated technological progress, regulatory support, and early-adopter demand, electrification is increasingly defined by execution capability, capital alignment, and structural readiness, rather than ambition alone. To know more about the global primary aluminium industry 2026 outlook, pre-book the report " Global Aluminium Industry Outlook 2026 ” at a special price. By the end of 2025, global EV sales exceeded 15 million units annually, with EVs accounting for approximately 20–22 per cent of global new passenger vehicle sales....
ASI certifies TIANJIN XMXYG ALUMINIUM CO., LTD. against Performance Standard V3.1 and Chain of Custody V2
TIANJIN XMXYG ALUMINIUM CO., LTD. has achieved ASI Performance Standard V3.1 (2023) and Chain of Custody (CoC) Standard V2 (2022) Certification for the production of aluminium and aluminium alloy casting ingot, sheet and strip products at their facility in Wuqing District, Tianjin, China. To know more about the global primary aluminium industry 2026 outlook, pre-book the report " Global Aluminium Industry Outlook 2026 ” at a special price. Aluminium Stewardship Initiative (ASI) today announced that TIANJIN XMXYG ALUMINIUM CO., LTD. has been certified against the ASI Performance Standard V3.1 and Chain of Custody Standard V2. The facility produces aluminium rolled products, including aluminium alloy sheet and strip, through integrated processes such as melting and casting, hot rolling,...
Women in recycling 2026: A leadership conference for an industry under pressure
Preparations are now well underway for the Women in Recycling Conference and Dinner 2026, a flagship industry event held in celebration of International Women’s Day, which will take place on Friday, 6 March 2026 at Birmingham Council House. Run by women, for women, this annual conference has become a vital space for honest, high-level discussion at a time when the recycling sector is undergoing profound change. While firmly rooted in celebrating women’s leadership, the event is unapologetically focused on the most pressing commercial, regulatory and operational challenges facing the industry today. To know more about the global primary aluminium industry 2026 outlook, pre-book the report " Global Aluminium Industry Outlook 2026 ” at a special price. The recycling landscape is shifting at...
ASI certifies Guangdong Zhongya Aluminium Co., Ltd. against Performance Standard V3.1
Guangdong Zhongya Aluminium Co., Ltd. has achieved ASI Performance Standard V3.1 (2023) for the manufacture of aluminium alloy building profiles and general industrial extruded profiles , as well as related activities involved in the production process of doors and windows, and curtain wall components at their facility in Guangdong Province, China. To know more about the global primary aluminium industry 2026 outlook, pre-book the report " Global Aluminium Industry Outlook 2026 ” at a special price. Aluminium Stewardship Initiative (ASI) today announced that Guangdong Zhongya Aluminium Co., Ltd. has been certified against the ASI Performance Standard V3.1 (2023). The company has an annual production capacity exceeding 200,000 tonnes with production processes including melting and casting,...
Hertwich supplies complete rolling ingot foundry to Remi Claeys
On behalf of Remi Claeys Aluminium N.V., Hertwich is supplying a customised complete rolling ingot foundry. The order includes a state-of-the-art Preheat-Shaft Melting Furnace of the Ecomelt PS120 type, a holding furnace, a vertical casting machine with rolling ingot moulds, and an efficient flue gas cleaning system. The new aluminium recycling plant, located in Lichtervelde, Belgium, is scheduled to start operations in spring 2026. This collaboration marks Remi Claeys' first order with Hertwich from Austria and confirms Hertwich's technological expertise in the aluminium industry. To know more about the global primary aluminium industry 2026 outlook, pre-book the report " Global Aluminium Industry Outlook 2026 ” at a special price. Maximum Efficiency through Automation and Unified...
Alba CEO outlines four priorities for 2026 at Annual Majlis
Aluminium Bahrain B.S.C. (Alba), the world’s largest aluminium smelter on one site, kicked off its Annual Majlis 2026 sessions on 12 January at the Oasis Hall, led by the Chief Executive Officer, Ali Al Baqali. Explore- Most accurate data to drive business decisions with 50+ reports across the value chain During the opening session, the CEO unveiled Alba’s Objectives for 2026: Safety 5 Star, Think Global, e-F Al Hassalah, and Skill Level Up. These priorities aim to drive Alba’s operational excellence, strengthen financial discipline, and position the Company for sustained growth. Read More: Alba hits 2025 production target with record output despite operational disruption Speaking on this occasion, Alba’s CEO, Ali Al Baqali, stated: “As we step into 2026, our focus is clear: driving world...
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Aluminium with nothing to hide
Speira is pioneering the industry and sets a new standard in transparency. speira.ID, the Digital Product Passport, provides all essential details about each unique coil in one place – from carbon footprint and recycled content to chemical composition and input mix. Simple, precise, and above all: authentic. Explore- Most accurate data to drive business decisions with 50+ reports across the value chain “We are driven by our purpose to build a circular world that works. Our commitment to sustainability goes beyond the decarbonization of our products – it also includes full transparency in all our production processes and business operations,” explains Hendrik Heck. “Our Speira culture shapes the way we work internally and with our partners and valued customers. This way of working enables...
Recycled Asphalt market projected to reach USD 16.2B by 2033
Recycled asphalt, commonly referred to as reclaimed asphalt pavement (RAP), is produced by reprocessing asphalt materials recovered during road resurfacing, rehabilitation, or reconstruction activities. Rather than being disposed of in landfills, the reclaimed material is crushed, screened, and incorporated into new asphalt mixtures. This practice aligns closely with circular economy principles by reducing dependence on virgin raw materials while extending the service life of existing infrastructure assets. As sustainability becomes a strategic priority across construction and transportation sectors, recycled asphalt is increasingly viewed as a practical and scalable solution. How large is the recycled asphalt market today? According to Research Intelo, the global recycled asphalt market...
A young packaging for future generations
Learning from the source on a neutral ground, that is the main idea behind the seminar “A Young Packaging For Future Generations”, which is hosted in Columbus, Ohio, by BetterCans, LLC, in collaboration with The Ohio State University. The metal packaging industry lacked of a neutral place to educate the next generation of Canmakers, we did not have a single neutral location in North America to train new to the industry or existing Canmakers, or users of two-piece aluminium cans on the fundamentals of canmaking, endmaking and co-manufacturing processes. The initial idea of the seminar goes back to 1998 when we had the need to train operators, maintainers, production line leaders, and engineers on fundamental concepts of canmaking. At that time, we were aware of only two places in North...
NexTech Summit 2026, INDIA'S Largest CIO Conference - to convene India’s top CIOs and technology leaders in Mumbai on February 06
NexTech Summit 2026, India’s largest CIO-focused enterprise technology conference, will be held on February 6, 2026, at The Leela, Mumbai. The invite-only summit will bring together 500+ CIOs, CTOs, CISOs, and senior digital leaders from across India to explore how intelligence-led strategies are redefining enterprise transformation at scale. To know more about the global primary aluminium industry 2026 outlook, book the report “ Global ALuminium Industry Outlook 2026 ". Positioned as a high-impact forum for boardroom-level dialogue, NexTech Summit 2026 will focus on the practical realities of scaling intelligence across enterprises, moving beyond experimentation to execution, governance, and measurable business outcomes. Read More: Policy push brings energy storage to the fore of...
How ToRobot announces strategic capital investment from Holman
Roskilde, Denmark: HowToRobot, the world’s largest platform for automation sourcing, today announced a strategic capital investment from Holman, a global automotive services leader, as part of the company’s Series A round. The collaboration brings together two complementary offerings with a shared mission to help customers in the United States and around the globe lower the cost, complexity, and time it takes to deploy robotics and industrial automation at scale. Explore- Most accurate data to drive business decisions with 50+ reports across the value chain HowToRobot operates the world’s largest automation sourcing platform with more than 20,000 suppliers and expert support, helping companies understand what robotics solutions will work for their organisation while also defining project...
KROHNE showcases advanced magmeter diagnostics and field verification tools for enhanced process operations
KROHNE, a global leader in measurement solutions for the process industries, is highlighting its latest advancements in electromagnetic flowmeter (magmeter) diagnostics and field verification tools. Building on more than sixty years of magmeter technology, KROHNE’s innovative magmeter diagnostics are setting a new standard in flow measurement with features designed to help customers maximise process reliability, safety, and efficiency. Explore- Most accurate data to drive business decisions with 50+ reports across the value chain Electromagnetic flowmeters, or magmeters, have earned a reputation for accuracy and durability in the most challenging flow applications. The integration of advanced microprocessors and sophisticated software has transformed these instruments. Modern magmeters...
