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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ASI certifies MinTa Aluminum Technology against Performance Standard V3
Aluminium Stewardship Initiative (ASI) today announced that Min Ta Al-Tech (Taicang) Co., Ltd. has been certified against the ASI Performance Standard V3 (2022). The Certification covers processes including aluminium extrusion, processing, deep processing and surface treatment. The facility operates ten aluminium extrusion production lines and produces seamed and seamless aluminium tubes, industrial profiles and aluminium alloy parts for automobiles and electronic machinery as well as medical, sports and transportation equipment. The facility has an annual production capacity of 20,000 tonnes. The ASI Certification program was developed through an extensive multi-stakeholder consultation process and is the only comprehensive voluntary sustainability standard initiative for the aluminium...
Vedanta Aluminium’s Jamkhani Mine rated 4-Star for sustainable, responsible Production
Vedanta Aluminium, India’s largest aluminium producer, has earned a prestigious 4-Star rating from the Ministry of Coal for its Jamkhani coal mine in Sundargarh, Odisha, for the financial year 2023–24. Scoring an impressive 83 out of 100 in the Ministry’s star rating assessment, the mine has emerged as one of the top-performing in the country - within just two years of commencing operations. The Jamkhani mine plays a pivotal role in Vedanta Aluminium’s vision of achieving 100 per cent vertical integration and reducing India’s reliance on coal imports, contributing to the larger goal of a self-reliant, Viksit Bharat. The star rating assessment scheme, introduced by the Ministry of Coal in FY 2019, aims to promote sustainable and responsible mining by evaluating mines across a wide range of...
China bets on IB2 to secure its bauxite future
Amid growing concerns over its reliance on imported bauxite, China is quietly adjusting its industrial strategy. Several major aluminium producers are now turning to IB2, a French technology co-developed by entrepreneur Romain Girbal and chemist Yves Occello, to tap into the country’s vast but underused domestic bauxite reserves. Image Source: Linkedin (https://www.linkedin.com/in/romaingirbal/) The shift follows Beijing’s March release of its 2025-2027 roadmap for critical raw materials. One of its stated goals is to reduce reliance on imports, which currently account for more than 60 per cent of China’s bauxite supply, while significantly increasing the use of local ore. Recent permit cancellations in Guinea, China’s top supplier, have only heightened the urgency of this reorientation....
NASA visits Constellium Ravenswood to celebrate Artemis partnership
Constellium is honoured to welcome NASA representatives to its Ravenswood, West Virginia facility today to celebrate their collaboration on the Artemis program — NASA’s bold mission to return humans to the Moon and pave the way for crewed missions to Mars. Image for representational purposes only Constellium plays a vital role in the Artemis program through its contribution to NASA’s Space Launch System (SLS) rocket and Orion spacecraft, both of which rely on Constellium’s state-of-the-art Airware® aluminium-lithium and advanced conventional alloy solutions. Developed and produced exclusively by Constellium, Airware® combines low density with high-specific stiffness and strength, making it ideally suited for the extreme demands of spaceflight, from liftoff to re-entry. “Constellium is...
Alba signs MoU with NFPA to strengthen fire safety and occupational health measures
Aluminium Bahrain B.S.C. (Alba), the world's largest aluminium smelter on one site, has entered into a strategic partnership with the National Fire Protection Association® (NFPA®), a global self-funded U.S.-based non-profit organization, dedicated to advancing fire prevention and safety on a global scale for nearly 130 years. The signing ceremony took place between Alba’s Chief Executive Officer Ali Al Baqali and NFPA MENA’s Director of International Business Development Director Eng. Dana Kamal on 12 May 2025, marking the beginning of a three-year strategic collaboration aimed at enhancing knowledge-sharing and exchanging best practices in occupational health, safety, and fire prevention initiatives. Commenting on the partnership, Alba’s CEO Ali Al Baqali stated: “Joining forces with...
ASI certifies Jiangsu Zhongji Lamination Materials Co., Ltd against Chain of Custody Standard V2
Jiangsu Zhongji Lamination Materials Co., Ltd has achieved ASI Chain of Custody (CoC) Standard V2 (2022) Certification for their Anhui Maximum Aluminium Industries Co., Ltd. facility, located in Anhui, China. The facility attained ASI Performance Standard V3 (2022) Certification (Provisional) in March 2025. Aluminium Stewardship Initiative (ASI) today announced that Anhui Maximum Aluminium Industries Co., Ltd. has been successfully certified against the ASI CoC Standard V2 (2022). The facility specialises in producing aluminium plate strips through casting, rolling and cold rolling processes, with an annual production capacity of 60,000 tonnes. The ASI CoC Standard V2 sets out requirements for the creation of a Chain of Custody for material that is produced and processed through the value...
UK recycling groups celebrated with national awards as over £4,200 raised for local causes
Two recycling groups are celebrating after being recognised in a national awards scheme that champions outstanding recycling efforts. The initiatives, run by LINK19 College in Gravesend, Kent, and The Welfare Park in Parkeston, North East Essex, were named winners of the Green Can Award by not-for-profit organisation, Every Can Counts, in recognition of their achievements after collectively raising more than GBP 4,200 for local causes. Image for referential purposes only (Source: https://everycancounts.co.uk/about-us/) LINK19 College has improved its recycling practices and raised awareness of the importance of protecting the planet, including by installing dedicated aluminium recycling bins for learners and staff, which have collected over 500 kg of cans in the last year alone. The GBP...
ASI certifies Foma S.p.A against Performance Standard V3.1 with provisional status
Foma S.p.A has achieved ASI Performance Standard V3.1 (2023) with Provisional status for the production of aluminium die cast and machined components for the automotive industry at their facilities located in Pralboino, Italy. Aluminium Stewardship Initiative (ASI) today announced that Foma S.p.A has been certified against the ASI Performance Standard V3.1 with Provisional status. The Certification covers the Pralboino site, which serves as the main die casting foundry producing aluminium components for structural, safety and performance applications in the automotive industry. The operations span the full aluminium casting process including mould design, die casting, mechanical machining and final assembly. The ASI Certification program was developed through an extensive...
Rio Tinto confirmed as preferred partner on world-class Salares Altoandinos lithium project
Rio Tinto has been confirmed as the preferred partner for the Salares Altoandinos lithium project in the Atacama region of Chile by Empresa Nacional de Minería (ENAMI), a state-owned Chilean mining company. Rio Tinto Chief Executive Jakob Stausholm said: “We are honoured to have been selected by ENAMI as the preferred partner for the Salares Altoandinos project, which has the potential to be a world-class lithium development. “We welcome the opportunity to develop our partnership with ENAMI, building on our interests in Nuevo Cobre and Salar de Maricunga, and to support Chile’s position as one of the world’s leading producers of minerals critical to the energy transition.” Under the terms of the proposal, Rio Tinto would acquire an initial 51% stake in the project with ENAMI holding the...
On biodiversity day, Vedanta Aluminium announces multiple initiatives to protect wildlife and restore habitats across its operations
On the International Day for Biological Diversity, Vedanta Aluminium, India’s largest aluminium producer, announces a series of initiatives dedicated to preserving biodiversity and restoring natural habitats across its operational regions. The company has undertaken wide-ranging measures such as rescuing and safely releasing over a thousand reptiles and small wildlife, developing greenbelts, conducting pond cleaning drives, reintroducing native species, launching large-scale afforestation efforts, and implementing educational outreach programs in local communities to foster a culture of ecological stewardship. This year’s theme, “Harmony with nature and sustainable development" echoes Vedanta Aluminium’s commitment to aligning industrial growth with ecological responsibility. Vedanta...
IBAAS-IMMT-IIM 2025 Conference & Exhibition – Promising Developments So Far
With increasing domestic and international participation, the 13 th International Bauxite, Alumina & Aluminium Conference & Exhibition (IBAAS-IMMT-IIM 2025), slated for October 8–10, 2025, in Bhubaneswar, India, is taking shape as a major industry event. Around 50 abstracts of technical papers have been received from experts, researchers, and professionals worldwide, reflecting growing engagement across key areas of the aluminium value chain. About 30 companies have already confirmed their participation, including major players, offering excellent opportunities for interaction, collaboration, and business development. Sponsorship suppor t has been confirmed from three notable companies — SNF, Nalco Water, and EPIQ Machinery — further enhancing the profile and outreach of the event. A...
ASI certifies Lizhong Group against Performance Standard V3
Lizhong Group has earned ASI Performance Standard V3 (2022) Certification for melting, alloying and casting process for the design and manufacture of cast aluminium alloy at their Longda Aluminum (Shunping) Co., Ltd. facility located in Hebei, China. Aluminium Stewardship Initiative (ASI) today announced that Longda Aluminum Industry (Shunping) Co., Ltd. has been certified against the ASI Performance Standard V3 (2022). The facility carries out melting, alloying and casting processes to produce aluminium alloy ingots and liquid, with an annual production of approximately 165,000 tonnes, primarily supplying automotive parts manufacturers within China. The ASI Certification program was developed through an extensive multi-stakeholder consultation process and is the only comprehensive...
Alupro to shine spotlight on sustainability at the 2025 London Wine Fair
Later this month (19-21 May), Alupro will celebrate the circularity of aluminium packaging at the 2025 London Wine Fair. Taking place at the Olympia, the event will bring together more than 10,000 drinks trade professionals to discuss pertinent opportunities and challenges facing the sector. As part of the event’s three-day schedule, Martin Hyde, sustainability and public affairs manager at Alupro, will join leading voices from across the beverage supply chain for an expert panel discussion. Hosted by Miles Beale, chief executive of the Wine and Spirit Trade Association (WSTA), the session will dive deeper into new UK policies designed to accelerate the sector’s transition towards a more circular economy. As part of a wide-ranging session, Hyde will offer his insight into upcoming...
American aluminium supply chain resilience requires an all-of-the-above approach to metal supply
The Aluminum Association today released a new white paper developed in collaboration with Wittsend Commodity Advisors, Powering Up American Aluminum: A Roadmap for Next Generation Supply Chain Resilience , outlining pathways to move the United States industry toward greater self-sufficiency in its domestic aluminium supply. The US aluminium industry has evolved over the last quarter century and shifted its business to become a global powerhouse in mid-and-downstream aluminium production and recycling – investing more than $10 billion in US operations over the past decade. At the same time, steady demand growth and a declining primary aluminium production footprint within the United States has led to a gap of around 4 million tonnes of raw (or unwrought) aluminium that the industry must...
UK Aluminium Federation calls for aluminium-specific assessment of the UK CBAM’s impact on sector competitiveness
Following the publication of the UK Government’s draft legislation for a Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM), the Aluminium Federation (ALFED) has formally requested confirmation on whether an aluminium-specific impact assessment has been carried out under the UK CBAM policy framework. As of today, no formal response has been received. In response to the draft Tax Information and Impact Note published alongside the CBAM legislation, ALFED has welcomed the Government’s recognition of expected shifts in trade patterns. The note states: “CBAM is expected to increase UK trade in CBAM sectors with regions with low emissions intensive production or carbon pricing mechanisms and may decrease trade in these sectors with regions which have carbon intensive production or no carbon pricing...
DTE and Dynamic Concept announce partnership to offer complete metal analysis solution
Icelandic metals analysis pioneer DTE and Dynamic Concept, a global supplier of molten metal process technologies and equipment to the aluminium industry, have announced a strategic partnership. The agreement will see the two companies work together to deliver complete solutions including DTE’s molten metal analysis solution and Dynamic Concept’s molten metal transfer solution into fully integrated units destined to aluminium producer customers. DTE’s laser-based solution enables composition analysis of molten metal in real time, combining the data with powerful AI to provide a real-time overview of the whole process. The technology represents a significant enhancement to the efficiency and process control capability, enabling customers to reduce both customers costs and carbon emissions....
Can Manufacturers Institute promotes Tim Ebner to VP of communications and marketing
Can Manufacturers Institute (CMI) has announced the promotion of Tim Ebner to vice president of communications and marketing, effective immediately. Ebner has been recognised as a strong communicator and leader on behalf of the association’s trade, recycling, and sustainability efforts. Upon his promotion, Ebner will also manage the industry’s away-from-home recycling program under the Every Can Counts US chapter, which includes major recycling initiatives taking place this year in New Orleans, Atlanta, Washington, DC, and New York City. “Tim works hard every day to elevate the metal can industry’s reputation and profile across our value chain,” said CMI President Robert Budway. “He leads several strategic communications and marketing campaigns and works closely on our public policy...
Speira advances decarbonisation with hydrogen technology, with participation in the EU-funded HyInHeat project
Speira has reached another milestone in its sustainability journey: As part of the EU-funded HyInHeat project, the aluminium recycling and rolling group has successfully converted a melting furnace with a capacity of 1.5 tonnes to hydrogen operation. Initial tests with various scrap types show promising results with no impact on melt quality. “Sustainability is central to Speira’s mission,” says Dr Paula Camean Queijo, Head of Research and Development at Speira. “While we already rely heavily on recycling to lower our carbon footprint, the use of hydrogen allows us to make the production process itself more environmentally friendly.” Launched in 2023, the HyInHeat project brings together 30 partners from twelve European countries to explore hydrogen’s potential for decarbonising...
