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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Oslo’s floating aluminium sauna featured in TIME’s annual list of the World's Greatest Places
The flagship of the Oslo Sauna Association’s fleet of floating saunas features an innovative façade made of recycled aluminium from Hydro. It has now won recognition as one of the world’s top hotspots in TIME’s annual travel guide. Image source: Hydro ‘ Trosten ’ is the association’s largest and most ambitious sauna to date, launched in 2024 through a close collaboration with Spanish architects eStudio Herreros, and aluminium and renewable energy company Hydro. In the latest update of TIME’s annual list of the World’s Greatest Places, the eye catching and universally accessible sauna has been included as one of 100 establishments worldwide offering visitors an extraordinary experience unlike any other. “For 120 years, we have been working to bring life to local communities. We are proud...
US aluminium industry responds to 232 implementation, calls for certainty in tariff landscape
Aluminum Association President & CEO Charles Johnson issued the following statement in response to increased Section 232 tariffs of 25% for most aluminium imports: “The aluminium industry supports tariff-free access for Canadian aluminium in the tariffs implemented today. We appreciate President Trump’s focus and attention on growing and strengthening the U.S. aluminium industry, and there is a lot to like in today’s action. The domestic industry has invested more than $10 billion since 2016 mostly in mid-and-downstream production and recycling. This has been driven by growing demand, a competitive tax environment and strong, targeted trade enforcement the president supported in his first term. For this growth to continue, the US aluminium industry needs two things – long-term market...
ASI certifies UACJ Corporation against Performance Standard V3
UACJ Corporation has earned ASI Performance Standard V3 (2022) Certification for the manufacture of custom aluminium extruded shapes with precision fabrication and assembly for customer specific designs at UACJ Automotive Whitehall Industries, Inc. located in Guanajuato, Mexico. Aluminium Stewardship Initiative (ASI) today announced that UACJ Corporation has been certified against the ASI Performance Standard V3 (2022). The facility serves the automotive industry, producing extruded aluminium components and assemblies. Its primary products include sunroof tracks, convertible top components, and various structural parts made from aluminium alloys. The site’s processes also include CNC machining, bending, welding, fabrication, assembly, and CMM analysis. In 2024, the facility shipped...
Rio Tinto and Edify Energy sign landmark solar and battery agreement for Rio Tinto’s Gladstone operations
Rio Tinto and Edify Energy have signed two new solar and battery hybrid services agreements (HSAs) to increase the supply of reliable, competitively priced electricity to Rio Tinto’s Gladstone aluminium operations in Queensland. Image from Rio Tinto's website for representational purposes only Under the agreements, Rio Tinto will purchase 90 per cent of the power and battery storage capacity generated by the Smoky Creek & Guthrie’s Gap Solar Power Stations for 20 years. Edify Energy will build, own, and operate the projects, with construction due to begin in late 2025 and targeting completion in 2028. Located in Central Queensland, the adjacent Smoky Creek & Guthrie’s Gap Solar Power Stations, will together feature 600MWac 1 of solar and 600MW / 2,400MWh of battery storage. Rio Tinto...
IBAAS-IMMT-IIM 2025: Advancing a green and smart aluminium industry
The 13 th International Bauxite, Alumina & Aluminium Conference & Exhibition (IBAAS-IMMT-IIM 2025) is set to take place during October 8-10, 2025, in Bhubaneswar, India. In association with the Institute of Minerals and Materials Technology (CSIR-IMMT) and the Indian Institute of Metals (IIM), Bhubaneswar Chapter, the event will bring together global experts, researchers, and industry leaders to discuss the latest advancements in the aluminium sector. This year’s conference theme, “A Green and Smart Aluminium Industry for Tomorrow,” underscores the industry’s commitment to sustainability, digitalisation, and innovation. As the aluminium sector undergoes rapid transformation, the conference will serve as a crucial platform for addressing challenges and exploring cutting-edge developments...
UK Aluminium industry braces for impact as US tariffs set to take effect
The Aluminium Federation (ALFED) has today raised serious concerns about the incoming 25 per cent tariffs on aluminium imports into the US, set to take effect on 12th March 2025. Image Source: ALFED Following extensive discussions with the UK Department for Business and Trade (DBT) and Sarah Jones MP, Minister of State at both the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero and the Department for Business and Trade, ALFED has outlined the significant challenges already facing the UK aluminium sector and the potential long-term implications for the industry. Immediate Concerns and Sector Impact The US is a vital export market for UK aluminium, accounting for 10 per cent of all exports in 2024, valued at £225 million. ALFED members have already reported early signs of market disruption....
Mopar's new launch Ram 1500 RHO all set to push the limits on nearly any terrain
The talented design team at Mopar has created an exclusive, limited-edition and collectable vehicle for enthusiasts who want to set bold new performance limits for off-roading machines in 2025. The Mopar '25 Package for the Ram 1500 RHO, with exclusive content inside and out, continues the annual factory-vehicle customization program, now in its 16th year, for the performance and service brand of Stellantis. Image Source: https://www.prnewswire.com/ "The inspiration for the new Mopar '25 flows directly from the concept truck we showed at the SEMA Show last November, which generated strong positive feedback on how well the Ram 1500 RHO was 'Moparised' by our design team," said Darren Bradshaw, senior vice president, Stellantis Parts and Services – North America. "We're proud to continue...
Greenwave's margins expand as scrap metal prices surge ahead of steel and aluminium import tariffs taking effect Mar 12
Greenwave Technology Solutions, Inc. (Nasdaq: GWAV) ("Greenwave" or the "Company"), today announced that its margins have expanded significantly due to surging prices for scrap steel – already up 20 per cent since early February and expected to go higher – ahead of steel and aluminum import tariffs taking effect on March 12, 2025. Image Source: https://www.prnewswire.com/ Greenwave operates 13 metal recycling facilities in Virginia, North Carolina, and Ohio, providing 100 per cent domestically-sourced scrap metal to Nucor, Sims, Cleveland-Cliffs, Georgia-Pacific, alongst other industry titans. Prices for scrap steel have surged more than 20 per cent the past month and are expected to go higher Through its wholly-owned subsidiary, Empire, Greenwave operates the #1 scrap metal chain in...
Genesis reveals US pricing for newly redesigned GV70 SUV
Genesis today announced US pricing for the newly redesigned 2026 GV70 SUV. Starting from a manufacturer’s suggested retail price (MSRP)* of $47,985, the 2026 GV70 embraces Genesis' “Athletic Elegance” design philosophy by offering consumers the perfect blend of utility and refinement. Image Source: https://www.genesis.com/ “GV70 is the most popular Genesis model in North America and the 2026 model year updates bring even more excitement to our SUV lineup,” said Tedros Mengiste, chief operating officer of Genesis Motor North America. "With its athletic appearance, an updated cabin and elevated driving experience, we look forward to welcoming even more customers into our growing GV70 family." The 2026 GV70's exterior design has been elevated with enhanced details, such as the redesigned...
EGA unveils gender-inclusive safety signage at Jebel Ali and Al Taweelah to mark International Women’s Day
Emirates Global Aluminium, the largest industrial company in the United Arab Emirates outside oil and gas, marked International Women’s Day by unveiling new safety signage at its facilities with icons that features both women and men. The new safety signage highlights the growing role of women in heavy industry, and is already installed in EGA’s casthouses and potlines. It will now be rolled out across EGA. EGA is also making the designs for the new signage available to any industrial company that wishes to follow EGA’s example. The new signage is the latest initiative from ‘Break the Mould’, a campaign that aims to inspire young women with interest in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) to follow in the footsteps of pioneering women who have contributed significantly...
Vedanta Aluminium strengthens gender diversity with first-ever women-operated smelter line
Vedanta Aluminium, India's largest aluminium producer, has announced a transformative step towards fostering gender parity and workplace inclusion by converting an entire smelter line at its operations in Jharsuguda, Odisha, which is to be operated and maintained exclusively by women employees. The Jharsuguda smelter is one of the world's largest aluminium smelters. This pioneering initiative aligns with Vedanta Aluminium's broader commitment to further enhancing women's participation in the workplace, reinforcing its position as a leader in diversity, equity, and inclusion within the manufacturing sector. Vedanta nurtures one of the highest gender diversity percentages in its workforce – a scenario that is extremely unusual for the metals, mining and heavy engineering industry, where...
Production of LME deliverable KAS-branded aluminium at Kazakhstan’s Eurasian Resources Group has reached the four-million-tonnes milestone
Primary aluminium output at Pavlodar-based Kazakhstan Aluminium Smelter (KAS), owned by Eurasian Resources Group (ERG), a leading diversified natural resources group and the only producer of high-grade aluminium in Kazakhstan, has reached the four-million-tonnes milestone since the start of production. Shukhrat Ibragimov, Chief Executive Officer and Chairman of the Board of Directors of Eurasian Resources Group said, “In 2024, we have achieved further successes at KAS, including increasing the efficiency of the electrolysis process and setting new production records, and today we are already celebrating a new achievement as aluminium output has reached the four-million-tonne mark. I would like to congratulate the whole team on reaching this historic milestone. The work of our...
FORNNAX reaches new heights with groundbreaking ceremony for one of the largest manufacturing facility
FORNNAX Technology, a leading name in India's recycling equipment manufacturing sector, has achieved a significant milestone with the groundbreaking ceremony for its expansive 23-acre manufacturing site in Gujarat, India. Specializing in high-capacity and heavy-duty recycling equipment such as shredders and granulators, FORNNAX is set on a strategic path to strengthen its foothold in both Indian and global markets, aspiring to become a global leader in the recycling industry. The new facility is poised to be among the largest in the world, with an aim to produce around 250 machinery units annually by 2030. The foundation stone for this ambitious project was laid by Jignesh Kundaria, CEO and Director, alongside Kaushik Kundaria, Director of FORNNAX. The event was attended by key leadership...
RUSAL leverages AI to enhance aluminium ingot quality control
RUSAL, one of the world’s largest aluminium producers, has deployed artificial intelligence to enhance the microstructure analysis of aluminium ingots. This proprietary technology reduces analysis time from several hours to just 15 minutes, streamlining quality control and minimising repetitive manual tasks. Developed by the RUSAL Engineering Center, this AI-driven microstructure analysis system leverages machine vision and neural networks to assess cylindrical ingots—one of the most advanced and high-demand aluminium products. These ingots are crucial in engineering, construction, and aerospace industries, where their quality directly influences final product performance and the longevity of extrusion equipment. “The neural network assesses ingot samples across eight key microstructural...
Alba recognises top-performing contracting companies
Aluminium Bahrain B.S.C. (Alba), the world’s largest smelter on one site, recognised 12 exceptional contracting companies based in Bahrain for their top performance in Safety and Well-being throughout 2024, in an awarding ceremony that was held on 27 February 2025 at the Oasis Hall. Alba’s Chief Executive Officer Ali Al Baqali awarded the senior representatives from each contracting company at the ceremony, which was attended by the Ministry of Labour’s Director of Inspection & Occupational Safety, Mustafa Al Shaikh, as well as several top Alba officials. The selection process was based on Alba’s rigorous point system, which comprehensively evaluate the companies across three key areas -- Supply of workforce, Supply of service and Well-being conditions outside Alba, such as workers’...
ASI launches its Standards Revision process
Aluminium Stewardship Initiative (ASI) kicks-off a multi-year process to revise its Performance Standard and Chain of Custody Standard to ensure they continue to drive the sector towards more sustainable production and responsible sourcing of aluminium. What is being revised and why? As a code compliant member of ISEAL, ASI commits to review its standards at least every five years. As part of this commitment, ASI carried out a comprehensive review of its Standards and Claims Guide in 2024. This led the ASI Board to approve a full Standards Revision, with objectives to: Incorporate more differentiation into criteria, recognizing differing levels of maturity and defining pathways for improvement Further strengthen credibility, with a greater focus on impacts and outcome-based criteria...
Constellium releases 2024 Sustainability Report, advancing a sustainable economy together
Constellium today announced the release of its 2024 Sustainability Report, highlighting the company’s commitment to advancing a sustainable and circular economy. The report details Constellium’s key achievements and reports progress on the company’s targets for decarbonisation, recycling, safety, and women representation. Image Source: Linkedln "At Constellium, we are dedicated to driving sustainability forward - both through our leadership in aluminium recycling and our commitment to the well-being of our employees and communities," said Jean-Marc Germain, CEO of Constellium. “Aluminium is an extraordinary material that enhances efficiency through lightweighting and can be infinitely recycled without losing its properties. This makes it a key enabler of a low-carbon future.”...
CBM makes important sheet metal specialist appointment
The Confederation of British Metalforming (CBM) has strengthened its offer to its 200-strong membership base with a high-profile industrial appointment. Maurice Spooner, who has over forty years’ experience in manufacturing, has joined as the organisation’s sheet metal specialist and will help companies involved in pressings and roll formed products to navigate an increasingly complex business landscape. Image Source: CBM Press Release It is a vital role considering the ongoing issues around the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) and the possibility of rising energy prices again, with the former Sertec Group and Lear Corporation expert also keen to explore opportunities for diversification and new technology. “2025 promises to be a very interesting year for our members and the CBM...
