Hydro reaches key milestone in development of zero-emission aluminium technology
Hydro has produced aluminium using its new HalZero electrolysis technology for the first time. The milestone marks an important step in Hydro’s work to develop a new primary aluminium production process with the aim of achieving net-zero emissions. Since 2016, Hydro’s technology teams have been working to develop HalZero, an entirely new process for producing primary aluminium, which could replace the technology used globally today, first patented in 1886. The new technology is based on converting alumina into aluminium chloride before electrolysis in a process designed to keep chlorine and carbon in closed loops. The long-term ambition is to eliminate CO2 emissions from both electrolysis and anode production, releasing oxygen instead of CO2. Hydro has now produced metal from aluminium...
Foshan Xinshenghao supports SMM in creating the "2027 SMM national low-carbon cast aluminium alloy enterprise distribution map"
To systematically build a new ecosystem for the green development of the cast aluminium alloy industry and help enterprises precisely connect with high-quality supply chain resources, SMM has officially launched the compilation of the 2027 SMM Low-Carbon Cast Aluminium Alloy Enterprise Distribution Map. This distribution map will provide a panoramic view of China's low-carbon cast aluminium alloy industry layout, focusing on key data such as enterprise regional distribution, core products, low-carbon certification qualifications, and annual capacity scale, creating an authoritative platform for industrial resource matching. Here, SMM joins hands with Foshan Xinshenghao Aluminium Co., Ltd . to invite upstream and downstream entities to jointly participate in the production and promotion of...
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Runaya businesses achieve ‘A’ category credit ratings from CRISIL
Runaya, a Vedanta company specialising in advanced technological solutions for the circular economy and critical metals recovery, has strengthened its credit profile, with all its key businesses now positioned in the A family rating category. CRISIL’s ‘A’ family ratings mark a significant milestone in Runaya’s credit story, reflecting its strengthening financial profile, resilient business fundamentals and growing diversification as the company scales into higher-value and technology-intensive manufacturing. This progression from the earlier BBB family rating profile underscores the continued strengthening of its businesses and provides a stronger foundation for its next phase of growth. This milestone comes against a backdrop of strong growth, with Runaya’s businesses recording nearly...
ASI certifies Amcor Flexibles España, S.L.U against Performance Standard V3.1
Aluminium Stewardship Initiative (ASI) today announced that Amcor Flexibles España, S.L.U has been certified against the ASI Performance Standard V3.1 (2023). The facility’s products include lacquered and/or printed Aluminium or Aluminium complex. It produces packaging solutions for uses including dry food products (e.g., coffee, drink powders, soups, spices), snacks and confectionery packaging; and, other consumer goods requiring high‑barrier, lightweight, and recyclable materials. The facility has an annual production capacity of approximately 337 million square meters (m2) of converted product. The ASI Certification program was developed through an extensive multi-stakeholder consultation process and is the only comprehensive voluntary sustainability standard initiative for the...
EU–India trade agreement opens a new regulatory perspective for Indian aluminium producers
The conclusion of negotiations on the EU–India Free Trade Agreement creates a new context for Indian manufacturers considering the European market, but future opportunities will increasingly depend on regulatory preparedness as well as commercial competitiveness. Negotiations on the Free Trade Agreement were concluded in January 2026. Earlier this month, the European Commission submitted proposals to the EU Council for its signature and conclusion. The Agreement is not yet in force and remains subject to the required European and Indian procedures. For the Indian aluminium industry, the development comes at a time when access to Europe is increasingly shaped by environmental, product and supply-chain regulation. One of the most immediate examples is the European Union’s Carbon Border...
JUPALCO puts wide casting and thin-gauge foil stock in focus at Aluminium Bharat 2026
From wide aluminium casting to foil stock for thin-gauge applications, JUPALCO placed the depth of India’s downstream manufacturing capabilities at the centre of its participation in Aluminium Bharat 2026. The Jupiter Group company exhibited its flat-rolled aluminium portfolio at the four-day event, held from 26–29 September at the Helipad Exhibition Centre in Gandhinagar, Gujarat, where it participated as a Silver Sponsor. A key focus was JUPALCO’s ability to combine width and precision. Its manufacturing facility has continuous casting lines spanning up to 2.3 metres and can produce flat-rolled aluminium products up to 2,300 mm wide. The company showcased its foil stock for the manufacture of ultra-thin gauge 6 micron foil, alongside fin stock, closure stock and other specialised...
Hydro signs strategic partnership with CHANEL Fragrance and Beauty to accelerate the development of low-carbon aluminium
Hydro and CHANEL Fragrance and Beauty have signed a strategic partnership to accelerate the development of low-carbon aluminium for the beauty and fragrance industry. The agreement sets out a shared roadmap between 2026 and 2030 to develop low-carbon aluminium for fragrance, makeup, and skincare packaging. As global demand for aluminium continues to grow and the material takes on increasing strategic importance, the cosmetics sector is emerging as a powerful driver of innovation in responsible sourcing. Although it accounts for only a limited share of global aluminium volumes, the luxury beauty sector sets high standards for quality, design, and traceability, standards that will help raise the bar across the entire value chain and encourage innovation. Under the agreement, the partners...
Vedanta kicks off sustainability month, pledges action across climate, water, community welfare
Ahead of World Environmental Health Day, Vedanta Group announced the launch of a new campaign, #GoodStartsWithUs, focused on commitment to nature-positive growth across its operations. The company will observe Sustainability Month from September 21 onwards, with a month-long initiative that brings together Vedanta’s sustainability efforts across its businesses. The campaign underscores Vedanta’s commitment to advancing environmental stewardship while driving collective action towards a more sustainable future. In line with this year’s theme, “Environmental Health: Standing with Science to Protect Communities”, Vedanta has urged its employees to pledge towards environmental health – embedding sustainability into its culture for overall well-being. Employees will take up one simple...
IBAAS 2026 conference & exhibition: Advancing sustainable and smart aluminium
The 14th International Bauxite, Alumina & Aluminium Conference & Exhibition (IBAAS-2026) was successfully held from September 9–11, 2026 at MAYFAIR Hotels & Resorts, Jharsuguda, Odisha, India. The three-day event brought together 325 delegates from more than 100 companies and organisations, representing bauxite, alumina and aluminium producers, technology and equipment suppliers, R&D institutions, academia and service providers. International participation included delegates from India, China, Turkey, Spain, Malaysia, Australia, Canada, France, Germany, Japan, Italy, the Netherlands, Sweden, the UAE, the UK and the USA. The central theme, “Global Aluminium Outlook 2030: Secure Resources, Efficient Energy and Value from Wastes,” reflected the industry’s priorities for sustainable resource...
The 4th European Green Aluminium Summit 2026
ECV International is pleased to announce that the 4th European Green Aluminium Summit 2026 will take place on November 18–19, 2026, in Frankfurt, Germany. The summit will bring together over 100 senior decision-makers from across the aluminium value chain to address the industry’s most pressing challenges and opportunities in the transition to a low-carbon future. As Europe accelerates its path toward climate neutrality by 2050, the aluminium sector faces mounting pressure from the EU’s Fit-for-55 framework, the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM), volatile energy markets, and tightening sustainability requirements. At the same time, aluminium remains indispensable for decarbonising mobility, packaging, construction, and aerospace, thanks to its lightweight properties and infinite...
Oswal Pumps wins INR 273.19 crore order from TGREDCO for 46.7 MW rooftop solar project across 9,937 government schools in Telangana
Oswal Pumps Limited is pleased to announce that it has secured an order from the Telangana Renewable Energy Development Corporation Limited (TGREDCO) for the design, supply, installation and commissioning of 2 kW, 5 kW and 10 kW on-grid solar rooftop PV power plants across 9,937 government schools in 33 districts of Telangana. The project covers an aggregate capacity of 46,705 kW (46.7 MW) and includes the deployment of Mono PERC/TOPCON solar modules, along with normal structures, RMS and comprehensive maintenance for a period of five years. The total quoted value stands at INR 273.19 crore, excluding GST. The project is expected to support the adoption of renewable energy infrastructure across educational institutions in Telangana while contributing to the state’s broader clean energy...
25th CII Energy Efficiency Summit: Energy efficiency takes the next leap with AI, electrification and innovation
The 25th CII Energy Efficiency Summit 2026 concluded in Hyderabad after bringing together government stakeholders, industry leaders, policymakers, technology providers, cleantech startups, academia, researchers, and sustainability experts to chart the next phase of India’s energy transition. Held under the theme “Accelerating the transition to a Net Zero economy through energy efficiency, clean technologies, and sustainable practices”. A defining message emerging from the Summit was that energy efficiency has moved beyond being a cost-saving or compliance measure to become a strategic lever for India’s economic growth and Net Zero transition. Discussions across the Summit highlighted the need to combine energy efficiency with electrification, renewable energy, clean technologies, digital...
Aluminium Duffel reopens Greenmelt facility and strengthens its commitment to circular aluminium
On September 23, Aluminium Duffel officially reopened its Greenmelt recycling furnace. The reopening marks an important milestone in the company’s anniversary year, as it celebrates its 80th anniversary and underscores its ambition to continue investing in sustainable and circular aluminium production. During an event at the Duffel site, CEO Rafael Carbonell officially reopened the Greenmelt in the presence of numerous stakeholders. With this, Aluminium Duffel took an important step toward a circular future. Aluminium is a material that can be recycled indefinitely without any loss of quality. That is why recycling plays an increasingly important role in Aluminium Duffel’s strategy. Join the fourth edition of webinar "Hedging for recyclers - Become an expert in 6 hours" by Jorge Dyszel....
ASI certifies Hindalco Industries Limited, Muri Works against Performance Standard V3.1
Hindalco Industries Limited, Muri Works has achieved ASI Performance Standard V3.1 (2023) for alumina refining activities at the Hindalco Industries Ltd Muri Works facility, located in Muri, Jaharkland District India. Aluminium Stewardship Initiative (ASI) today announced that Hindalco Industries Limited, Muri Works (India’s first Alumina Refinery, established in 1948) has been certified against the ASI Performance Standard V3.1 (2023). The major manufacturing processes undertaken at the Entity includes crushing, grinding, digestion, clarification, precipitation and calcination. The current alumina refining rated capacity is 450 kilotonnes per annum. The ASI Certification program was developed through an extensive multi-stakeholder consultation process and is the only comprehensive...
Elyam Alum highlights growing demand for modern aluminium pergolas and year-round outdoor spaces
Outdoor living is becoming an increasingly important part of residential and commercial design as property owners look for ways to make terraces, gardens, courtyards, rooftops, poolside areas, and hospitality environments more usable throughout the year. Rather than treating exterior areas as seasonal extensions of a property, architects, homeowners, and developers are placing greater emphasis on structures that provide shade, spatial definition, and long-term architectural value. Within this shift, Elyam Alum is highlighting growing demand for modern aluminium pergolas designed to support more consistent outdoor use across changing seasons. The trend reflects a broader reassessment of how exterior spaces contribute to everyday living, guest experience, and property functionality....
EGA to pilot technology upgrades at Al Taweelah, further improving productivity and efficiency
Emirates Global Aluminium, the largest industrial company in the United Arab Emirates outside oil and gas, today announced a technology upgrade pilot at the company’s Al Taweelah smelter, which will further improve productivity and efficiency. The pilot upgrades to 13 DX technology reduction cells will be used to prove the performance of the new technology, called E40, before industrialisation across all 808 DX technology reduction cells at potlines 1 and 2 at Al Taweelah. If applied to all 808 reduction cells, EGA’s E40 technology has the potential to increase hot metal production from the two potlines by 67 thousand tonnes per year, while reducing net specific energy consumption and associated carbon dioxide emissions from power generation by approximately six per cent per tonne of...
Nespresso expands curbside aluminium recycling in Westchester County
Nespresso, the pioneer and reference for premium portioned coffee, today announced a significant investment in recycling infrastructure for Westchester County's Refuse Disposal District. Effective immediately, all residents in the Refuse District can now recycle used Nespresso capsules and other small, non-ferrous aluminium items directly in their at-home curbside recycling bins, alongside their regular metal, glass, carton, and plastic recyclables. The programme will directly support more than 900,000 local residents, offering them another convenient and simple way to recycle. Small format aluminium materials are processed locally at the Department of Environmental Facilities (DEF) Material Recovery Facility, which allows the District to divert additional material from the waste stream,...
Bühler celebrates 20 years of die-casting collaboration with Hyundai
Swiss technology group Bühler is marking 20 years of collaboration with Hyundai Motor Group. The partnership began with the installation of the first machine, an Evolution 270D, at Hyundai’s Ulsan complex in South Korea two decades ago. Since then, Bühler has delivered 43 die-casting systems to Hyundai production sites, including Carat and Evolution machines, across production sites in South Korea, China, and India. “Strong partners make strong products. For more than 20 years, Bühler has been a trusted partner, providing the solutions and expertise that help us maintain excellence in manufacturing. This collaboration strengthens our ability to innovate and build the future of mobility on a strong foundation,” said Jong Cheol Kim, Production Team Senior Manager at Hyundai. At the centre...
Caterpillar launches Cat® 355 Hydraulic Excavator, Cat D5 Dozer and Cat 120 GC Motor Grader at bauma CONEXPO India 2026
Caterpillar today launched the Cat® 355 Hydraulic Excavator and Cat D5 Dozer for mining and heavy infrastructure applications, and the Cat 120 GC Motor Grader for road construction, at bauma CONEXPO India 2026. Visitors can experience Caterpillar’s integrated portfolio at stall O.E20 at the India Expo Centre in Delhi NCR from September 15-18. Visitors can explore Caterpillar’s integrated portfolio of Cat and SEM machines, connected technologies, aftermarket services, financing solutions, rental and used equipment, FG Wilson gensets and work tools. The showcase demonstrates how Caterpillar and its dealers combine equipment, technology and support services to help customers improve productivity, and safety and lower operating costs. Solutions for quarry, mining and heavy infrastructure The...
Runaya achieves 55% women workforce, strengthens pathways for growth
Runaya, a Vedanta company specialising in advanced technological solutions for the circular economy and critical metal recovery, achieved 55 per cent women representation, marking a significant step in fostering diversity and inclusion across the organisation. Women are already playing a pivotal role across Runaya, leading several important functions including Operations, Finance, Human Resources, Legal, Commercial, ESG and Corporate Communications. The commitment marks a significant step towards advancing women into leadership and decision-making roles in manufacturing by creating pathways for growth across functions. With NITI Aayog highlighting the scope to further extend women’s participation in this sector and other non-traditional sectors, Runaya recognises diversity as a catalyst...
