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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Reflection Window + Wall launch the Manor collection: Bringing decades of expertise to the architectural punched window market
Reflection Window + Wall (RWW), a leading manufacturer of high-performance window wall and curtainwall, is proud to announce the launch of its new punched window line, the Manor Collection. RWW is renowned for cutting-edge solutions for some of the most technologically advanced facades in the world. RWW has complete in-house design capabilities. This includes architectural and value engineering design, thermal, structural, and acoustic engineering, and aesthetic design consultants, all leveraged to create one of the best-punched window products ever produced. All of this is at a price point approachable for single and multifamily residential developments. With the launch of the Manor Collection, RWW brings its high-rise facade expertise and numerous U.S. patents to the residential and...
Revolutionary progress in aluminium recycling: REDWAVE and Skapa set new benchmarks
With global environmental problems and increasing scarcity of resources, effective recycling is more important than ever. Skapa Recycling GmbH, in cooperation with REDWAVE, has made significant progress in aluminium recycling. Using state-of-the-art technology and optimised processes, they are maximising the recyclability of aluminium cans while reducing the environmental impact. The importance of recycling aluminium Aluminium is an exceptional material: it can be reused almost indefinitely without losing quality. Recycling an aluminium beverage can save enormous amounts of resources and energy compared to producing a new one, using only about five per cent of the energy required to produce it from bauxite. However, of the 12,000 tonnes of used aluminium beverage cans (UBCs) on the...
Konexus Resources Group (KRG) appoints CEO for its Bahrain operations
Konexus Resource Group, a global leader in energy transition metals and key agricultural commodities, has announced a significant expansion of its operations in Bahrain. The group has appointed Santosh Kumar as the Chief Executive Officer of its Bahrain operations, adding to the top-tier agricultural commodities trading team in Dubai, led by industry experts Brajesh Panda and Bhuvanesh Kulhari who joined in 2023. Santosh Kumar will be responsible for driving the group's manufacturing growth initiatives in Bahrain. With over 21 years of experience in commodity markets, particularly in aluminium and copper, Santosh brings a wealth of expertise in procurement, trading, market development, sales, marketing, and logistics. His previous role as Chief Marketing Officer for Copper and Nickel at...
The 2nd European Green Aluminium Summit 2024
With the Green Deal, the European Union's ambitious goal is to reduce net greenhouse gas emissions by a substantial 55 per cent by 2030 and 90-95 per cent by 2040, relative to 1990 levels, to become the world's first climate-neutral continent by 2050. As a lightweight metal with recyclable characteristics, aluminium is considered green, which benefits European sectors in reducing carbon emissions and has the potential to play a pivotal role in Europe's transition towards a greener future. However, a lot of work still needs to be done in legislation and policymaking, low carbon energy transition, technology development, sustainable value chain, etc. ALCircle , the world's fastest-growing global ALuminium ecosystem is the official Media Partner of summit. The 2nd European Green Aluminium...
RUSAL supplied ultra-low-carbon aluminium to Asia's tier-1 automotive supplier
RUSAL, a leading global producer of primary aluminium, has supplied ultra-low-carbon aluminium to one of Asia's largest tier-1 suppliers to OEMs for the manufacture of aluminium wheels. Foundry alloys produced from ALLOW INERTA™ metal have been successfully processed into cast wheels that have passed all required compliance tests. ALLOW INERTA™, RUSAL's proprietary aluminium brand, boasts the lowest carbon footprint in the industry. The use of this advanced aluminium significantly reduces the carbon footprint of the final product to an industry-leading minimum. The wheels have been successfully qualified and will be installed on a new EV model from one of the leading OEMs. The embedded carbon emissions of the supplied foundry alloys are less than 2 tonnes of CO 2 per tonne of aluminium...
FEHRMANN MaterialsX and Brain of Materials AG announce strategic partnership
Brain of Materials AG and FEHRMANN MaterialsX are pleased to announce a groundbreaking cooperation that promises to transform the way material data is accessed and utilized by automotive customers. This collaboration will see Brain of Materials providing its automotive clients with material data through FEHRMANN MaterialsX's cutting-edge AI toolset MatGPT, delivering significant value and a unique user experience. Brain of Materials' smart Material Scout solution will benefit from faster search results while ensuring maximum data protection for their customers by utilizing MatGPT. About MatGPT MatGPT is an advanced AI-driven material data toolset developed by Fehrmann MaterialsX. Designed to streamline the access and utilization of material information, MatGPT leverages sophisticated...
Alcoa and IGNIS EQT progress toward strategic agreement to support future of Alcoa San Ciprián operations
On October 16, 2024, Alcoa Corporation and IGNIS Equity Holdings, SL (IGNIS EQT), the majority shareholder in the IGNIS Group of Companies, a vertically integrated energy company based in Spain, announced that they are progressing toward entering into a strategic cooperation agreement (the “partnership”) to support the continued operation of Alcoa’s San Ciprián operations. Under the proposed agreement, Alcoa would contribute €75 million, and IGNIS EQT would make an initial investment of €25 million to fund the operations. Alcoa would continue as the managing operator of the San Ciprián operations, with IGNIS EQT holding 25 per cent ownership. Additionally, up to €100 million would be funded by Alcoa as needed for operations with a priority position in future cash returns. If further...
Reimagining corporate knowledge: Shaping tomorrow's data strategy with AI
FEHRMANN MaterialsX is expanding its innovative product portfolio with the proud introduction of its latest development: MatGPT Enterprise. This advanced AI solution combines the proven features of MatGPT Pro with the ability to build and utilise proprietary knowledge databases—all within a secure private cloud environment hosted in Europe. Following the successful launch of MatGPT Pro, a browser-based AI platform that leverages expert knowledge in specialised fields such as aluminium and magnesium, FEHRMANN MaterialsX is setting a new milestone with MatGPT Enterprise. While MatGPT Pro already offers users extensive access to curated expert knowledge, MatGPT Enterprise takes a significant step further: companies can now integrate and leverage their internal data into a dedicated, secure...
Sparklo driving sustainable tech industry with a record number of 50 million bottles collected in the MENA region
Sparklo, a global cleantech company, has reached a significant milestone in its mission to revolutionise recycling and promote sustainability. Since last year, the company has expanded from 100 to over 300 innovative reverse vending machines (RVMs), known as Sparklomats, installed across the MENA region. Moreover, Sparklo has collected over 50 million bottles in the MENA region, achieving a remarkable year-on-year growth of 1000 per cent. Sparklo collects over 200,000 bottles and aluminium cans daily using advanced UAE-based technology. The company developed strong strategic partnerships with private and government entities across the MENA region, including key industry players such as ADNOC, Lulu, Carrefour, Dubai Municipality, and the Environmental Agency Abu Dhabi (EAD). In...
Lorin to highlight coil anodised aluminium at MetalCon
Lorin Industries, Inc., the global industry leader in the innovation and production of coil anodised aluminium, announces its attendance at MetalCon 2024 , the only annual trade show devoted exclusively to the application of metal in construction and design. The show will be held from October 30 - November 1, 2024 at the Georgia World Congress Center in Atlanta, GA. At the show, experts from Lorin will meet with architects to discuss the benefits of Lorin coil anodised aluminium for cutting-edge architectural projects. Lorin aims to raise awareness of coil anodised aluminium’s benefits compared to other options like painted aluminium, bronze, copper, zinc, stainless steel, titanium, brass, or gold. Anodising is an electro-chemical process that builds an anodic layer from the aluminium,...
Australian Aluminium Council renews call for inclusion of bauxite, alumina, and aluminium on critical minerals listing
The Australian Aluminium Council has renewed its call for the inclusion of bauxite, alumina and aluminium to Australia's Critical Minerals list, as a new report highlights growing risks to the sector. The report "Vulnerabilities & Opportunities in Australia's Upstream Aluminium Sectors" highlights the increasing risks to Australia's domestic upstream supply chain due to increased geopolitical risk combined with rising costs and prolonged regulatory approvals. Adding these materials to the Critical Minerals list would not only support Australian industry and job creation but also send a clear signal to international trading partners that Australia is committed to safeguarding its vital role in the global supply of bauxite, alumina and aluminium required for the transition to a low-carbon...
apt Group impresses at ALUMINIUM 2024 with sustainable innovations and partnerships
On the second day of ALUMINIUM 2024, apt Group positively summarises its participation in the trade fair. With a comprehensive product portfolio and innovations in aluminium processing, the company has already attracted numerous visitors to its booth (Hall 4, Booth 4F39). Notably, the patented LiteFlap ® , the high-performance heat sinks from the CoolFusion series, and the "Wall of Fame" displaying various complex profiles have garnered significant interest from industry professionals. Michael Zint, CEO of apt Group, said, "Our expectations have been exceeded." "Our discussions with industry experts show that our technologies not only meet the demand for sustainable solutions but also significantly enhance the competitiveness of our customers through high-quality end products." The first...
TOMRA Sorting GmbH receives gold medal in EcoVadis sustainability rating
TOMRA Sorting GmbH has been awarded the gold medal by EcoVadis for its sustainability performance, highlighting the company's progress in the areas of environment, labor and human rights, ethics and sustainable procurement. As part of a comprehensive sustainability strategy, TOMRA's ambition is to lead the Resource Revolution while becoming a fully circular business that is safe, fair and inclusive. TOMRA Sorting GmbH, the Germany-based entity of TOMRA Recycling, has been awarded the gold medal by the world's leading provider of independent sustainability assessments, EcoVadis. This is the third time that the leader in sensor-based sorting technology for recycling has taken part in the assessment, and this year TOMRA was able to significantly improve its performance compared to the...
Vedanta Aluminium Showcases Sustainable Aluminium Solutions at ALUMINIUM 2024, Düsseldorf
Vedanta Aluminium, India's largest aluminium producer, is set to participate in the upcoming 'ALUMINIUM 2024' world trade fair in Düsseldorf, Germany. The company will exhibit its extensive product portfolio, including its sustainable aluminium offerings under the 'Restora' brand, at Hall No. 6, Booth No. 64D5. This event provides Vedanta Aluminium with a global platform to showcase its innovative approach to aluminium production, emphasising sustainability and cutting-edge manufacturing. Vedanta Aluminium is responsible for nearly 50 per cent of India's aluminium production, offering a diverse range of value-added products such as billets, primary foundry alloys, wire rods, rolled products, and ingots. The company exports over 50 per cent of its products worldwide, with Europe being a...
Alupro set to exhibit at LARAC 2024
Alupro will showcase its latest behavioural change campaigns at this week’s 2024 LARAC Conference. Taking place at the Hilton Metropole in Birmingham (9-10 October), the event will bring together representatives from more than 300 local authorities to attend presentations, take part in workshops and discuss best practices. Throughout the two-day event, delegates will have the opportunity to talk to the Alupro team about its hugely popular MetalMatters initiative, alongside a number of other programmes designed to raise widespread awareness and understanding about best practice aluminium recycling: MetalMatters – funded by the metal packaging industry, MetalMatters aims to educate householders about the benefits of recycling metal packaging. Designed to support kerbside recycling schemes,...
Constellium showcases its leading aluminium solutions at ALUMINIUM 2024 in Düsseldorf
Constellium is exhibiting at ALUMINIUM 2024 (Hall 3, Booth 3A49), the world's premier trade fair for the aluminium industry, taking place October 8-10 in Düsseldorf. This year, Constellium proudly presents its comprehensive range of advanced aluminium solutions with the theme "Together We Care, Together We Grow," celebrating the collective effort of its employees, customers, and partners in driving innovation and sustainability across the industry. This year, Constellium proudly presents its comprehensive range of advanced aluminium solutions with the theme "Together We Care, Together We Grow," celebrating the collective effort of its employees, customers, and partners in driving innovation and sustainability across the industry. Constellium's booth will feature cutting-edge solutions for...
ABB identifies shift to secondary aluminium and digitalisation as major trends in the aluminium sector in 2025 and beyond
ABB, which offers a comprehensive range of products and services that address the aluminium industry's challenges from raw material processing to final product delivery, has identified some trends that will impact the aluminium sector in 2025 and beyond. Producing recycled secondary aluminium from scrap metal has tremendous potential for decarbonising the aluminium industry. At the same time, the increased use of innovative digital technologies can boost quality and reduce waste, as well as address a growing skills shortage. Trend 1 -The shift to secondary aluminium has tremendous potential as companies look to decarbonise their operations Rising demands for everything from electric vehicles and packaging to the infrastructure needed for renewable electricity are set to increase global...
Fives strengthens its technology leadership and environmental solutions portfolio with the acquisition of Fume and Gas Treatment technologies developed by NEATEC
Fives, an international leader in industrial engineering, announces the acquisition of all technologies developed by Neatec, including pot alumina distribution and heat exchangers, allowing the environmental impact of primary aluminium production to be considerably reduced. Those technologies perfectly complement the portfolio of solutions offered by Fives Solios in the reduction sector. Fives consolidates its technological leadership and know-how in reducing the environmental footprint of aluminium production. With more than 70 years of experience in the capture and treatment of industrial emissions, Fives Solios has a unique expertise to enable the production of more environmentally friendly aluminium. The integration of Neatec’s technologies into Fives’ portfolio confirms Fives Group’s...
