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...
Grow with
AL Circle
ENVI vote leaves key aluminium loopholes unresolved in CBAM review
European Aluminium regrets that yesterday's vote in the European Parliament's ENVI Committee on the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) review and Temporary Decarbonisation Fund failed to close key loopholes that could undermine the effectiveness of the EU's carbon border levy for aluminium. The Committee adopted its position ahead of the September plenary vote but did not include the specific fixes needed for post-consumer scrap and the proposed 50-tonne mass-based threshold for imported CBAM goods. Without correction, CBAM risks turning from a carbon leakage protection tool into a mechanism that actively harms Europe's aluminium industry. Aluminium is a critical and strategic raw material for Europe's clean-tech, mobility, defence, energy and construction value chains. Yet...
VALIS provides carbon performance you can document, report and rely on
“With our new label VALIS, we define a clear and independently verified carbon threshold. Every product carrying the label is backed by an Environmental Product Declaration and confirmed by an external authority. This means carbon performance you can document, report and rely on," explains Cédric Rauhaus, Speira's Head of Marketing. VALIS is designed for markets where transparency defines trust and documentation drives decisions. The label marks products with a CO₂ footprint of less than 4 tonne CO₂e per tonne of aluminium and provides a reliable basis for reporting and enables consistent, v erifiable carbon accounting over time. Transparency creates value when it can be applied. That is why every VALIS product is backed by an Environmental Product Declaration (EPD) and independently...
Level the field: CAIT, downstream aluminium bodies urge centre to rationalise primary aluminium duty to power MSME growth
India's manufacturing ambitions will remain unrealised unless its MSMEs are allowed to compete on a level playing field, said Mr Praveen Khandelwal, Member of Parliament and Secretary General, Confederation of All India Traders (CAIT), asserting that the downstream aluminium sector holds significant untapped potential for employment generation, export growth and domestic value addition. Mr Khandelwal said that policy must enable MSMEs to access industrial inputs at globally competitive prices, adding that a fair and rationalised duty structure on primary aluminium is essential to strengthening the entire manufacturing ecosystem from raw material to finished product rather than protecting any single segment of the value chain. Echoing this position, India's leading downstream aluminium...
Viohalco celebrates 25 years of Bridgnorth Aluminium ownership with completion of £180m investment drive
One of Bridgnorth’s largest employers has completed its latest capital equipment installation to take total investment in its Stourbridge Road factory to USD240.11 million (£180m). Bridgnorth Aluminium, which is the UK’s last remaining aluminium rolling mill, revealed the new thin gauge slitting line at a special party held this weekend to mark 25 years of ownership by Viohalco Group, a Greek industrial powerhouse. More than 500 members of staff, local dignitaries and key stakeholders enjoyed live music, games and a guided tour of a site that is now viewed as being critical to the UK’s sovereign manufacturing push. Originally formed in Wolverhampton as Star Aluminium 90 years ago, the company has bounced back from a difficult trading period to return to 24/7 production, creating 35 new...
PHDCCI organises’ Carbon Shift India 2026; calls for stronger carbon markets, MSME support and industrial decarbonisation
The PHD Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PHDCCI) organised "Carbon Shift India 2026 – CBAM Readiness for Indian Industry: Aligning Policy, Innovation & Competitiveness" at PHD House, New Delhi, bringing together senior government officials, policymakers, industry leaders, financial institutions, sustainability experts and technology providers to deliberate on India's preparedness for the European Union's Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM), industrial decarbonisation, carbon markets and green finance. The conference commenced with the welcome address by Dr Jatinder Singh, Deputy Secretary General, PHDCCI, in the presence of Guest of Honour Mr Satyaki Rastogi, Chief General Manager, SIDBI, and Guest of Honour Mr Saurabh Diddi, Director, Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE), Ministry of...
Maison L'Occitane en Provence celebrates 50 years with new travel retail exclusive Shea Hand Cream
To celebrate its 50th anniversary, Maison L'Occitane en Provence unveils a new Travel Retail Exclusive Limited Edition of its iconic Shea Hand Cream in a generous 150ml format, available exclusively in global travel retail from Summer 2026. Created as a tribute to five decades of sensorial beauty, craftsmanship and connection to nature, the exclusive edition reimagines one of the Maison's most beloved creations through a distinctive anniversary design inspired by the landscapes, flora and enduring ties of Haute-Provence. For more than 30 years, Shea Hand Cream has remained one of the Maison's signature creations, renowned for its rich texture, comforting sensoriality and highly effective care for dry hands. Enriched with 20 per cent shea butter, the formula intensely moisturises while...
From innovation to industry standard: How Dhanvanti Enginnering’s game-changing revolution is powering the future of non-ferrous metal recycling industry
During the Last Couple of years, Dhanvanti Engineering has successfully executed highest turnkey non-ferrous metal recycling projects by an Indian company across both domestic and international markets. Company's engineering expertise and commitment to quality have enabled to deliver high-performance industrial solutions throughout India as well as in the Middle-east and African region. Each project reflects company's ability to understand diverse operational requirements, deliver customised engineering solutions, and ensure seamless execution from design and manufacturing to installation and commissioning. This expanding global footprint stands as a testament to the trust of their clients place in Dhanvanti Engineering as a reliable partner for advanced metal recycling plant solutions....
INR 3 lakh crore investment pipeline in danger: AAI urges the government to protect India from rising import threats
The Aluminium Association of India (AAI) has urgently appealed to the Prime Minister’s Office to protect the domestic aluminium industry from a surge of low-quality aluminium scrap. The industry body warns that rising global protectionism has left India highly vulnerable, threatening massive domestic investments and draining the nation's exchequer. AAI noted that the domestic aluminium industry is presently confronting a severe "double-whammy" scenario due to increasing imports and diminishing access to export markets and has sought urgent measures, including imposing enhanced Basic Customs Duty (BCD), to curb the import surge. The United States has hiked Section 232 national security duties to 50 per cent. The EU is introducing the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) alongside...
EGA wins the AI Vision and Strategy Award at the 2026 Manufacturing Leadership Awards in the United States
Emirates Global Aluminium, the largest industrial company in the United Arab Emirates outside oil and gas, has received the AI Vision and Strategy Award at the 2026 Manufacturing Leadership Awards in the United States. The award recognises EGA’s innovative implementation of Industry 4.0 technologies and future-focused digital and AI-powered use cases. EGA's ongoing digital transformation leverages advanced digital capabilities to transform operations, processes and systems. Hosted annually by the Manufacturing Leadership Council, part of the US-based National Association of Manufacturers, the Manufacturing Leadership Awards is an awards platform that recognises organisations driving the future global manufacturing through operational excellence and innovation. EGA’s digital transformation...
Eural Gnutti: why the future of aluminium lies in scrap
International geopolitical tensions are putting pressure on primary aluminium supply chains. The blockade of the Strait of Hormuz is disrupting trade flows from the Persian Gulf region, which accounts for around 9 per cent of global primary aluminium production. Further complicating the picture are the damages sustained by major Middle Eastern production facilities (Aluminium Bahrain and Emirates Global Aluminium) and the gradual tightening of sanctions against Russia, a long-standing supplier of low-emission aluminium to the European market. The shortfall in this material now exceeds 87 per cent of the continent’s requirements, making it necessary to import around 8 million tonnes of metal annually. Against this backdrop, the limited availability of raw materials, combined with...
Norway’s longest aluminium pedestrian bridge opens in Bergen, built with recycled metal from Hydro
Norway's longest aluminium pedestrian and cycle bridge has opened in Bergen. Marinebroen, which spans around 60 metres and is built using recycled aluminium supplied by Hydro, demonstrates how circular materials can be applied in modern infrastructure. The bridge opened on July 2, 2026, connecting Marineholmen with the areas around Puddefjorden in central Bergen. Developed by GC Rieber Eiendom, the bridge was designed, built and installed by Leirvik in collaboration with Multiconsult. Hydro supplied the extruded aluminium profiles, while Speira supplied the aluminium sheets. Consto carried out the associated civil works, and the City of Bergen will be responsible for the operation and maintenance of the bridge. “Marinebroen shows what is possible when we collaborate closely with...
Yeşilova's sustainability approach is strengthening through achievement aligned with global standards
With its innovative aluminium solutions that contribute to the mobility and industrial needs of the future, Yeşilova continues to achieve internationally recognised success through its sustainability initiatives. With more than 50 years of experience, Yeşilova stands among the leading companies in the aluminium industry. By transforming aluminium — one of the key materials of a sustainable future thanks to its lightweight structure, durability, and high recyclability — into value-added solutions, the company serves critical industries ranging from automotive to rail systems. Integrating sustainability into all of its operations, Yeşilova companies have achieved significant results in the globally recognised EcoVadis sustainability assessments. Within the scope of the 2025 EcoVadis...
Slovalco to restart 75,000 tonnes of curtailed aluminium capacity, supplying a critical raw material for Europe
The aluminium plant Slovalco has reached an agreement with the Slovak government enabling the restart of 75,000 tonnes of primary aluminium production capacity. The agreement with the Slovak government marks an important milestone in resuming full operations at Slovalco after operations were curtailed in 2022 due to high power prices. It establishes the long-term framework conditions necessary for aluminium production, including a robust compensation scheme for indirect carbon costs under the EU Emissions Trading System (ETS). In addition, Slovalco has entered a long-term commercial power purchase agreement (PPA) with Vodohospodárska výstavba, š.p. The decision to restart Slovalco is dependent on the approval of the updated Slovak scheme for compensation of indirect carbon costs (ICC) by...
ALFED and Cast Metals Federation urge action on industrial energy competitiveness following parliamentary engagement
The Aluminium Federation (ALFED) and the Cast Metals Federation (CMF) have jointly submitted a Parliamentary briefing to Ministers and MPs following discussions at the All-Party Parliamentary Manufacturing Group (APMG) on 23 June, highlighting growing concerns over the impact of industrial energy costs on UK manufacturing competitiveness, investment and employment. The briefing, developed following engagement with parliamentarians and industry representatives this week, calls for a renewed focus on industrial energy competitiveness as a critical component of the UK's industrial strategy, economic growth ambitions and plans for reindustrialisation. Whilst welcoming the government's introduction of the British Industrial Competitiveness Scheme (BICS), both organisations have warned that...
ASI certifies Qingyuan Jinyang Aluminium Co., Ltd. against performance standard V3.1 and Chain of Custody V2
Aluminium Stewardship Initiative (ASI) today announced that Qingyuan Jinyang Aluminium Co., Ltd has been certified against the ASI Performance Standard V3.1 and Chain of Custody Standard V2. The facility produces aluminium alloy building and industrial profiles using processes that include melting and casting, extrusion, anodic oxidation, electrophoretic coating, powder spraying, thermal insulation processing, and decorative finishing, with an annual aluminium profile production capacity exceeding 30,800 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 value chain. The ASI Performance Standard V3 and ASI CoC Standard V2 were launched...
Press release for MRAI one-day conference on Critical Minerals
The Ministry of Mines is set to launch a dedicated scheme to develop India’s battery minerals processing value chain as part of the Government’s broader vision of achieving Atmanirbhar Bharat in critical minerals. Addressing the one-day Conference on “India’s Critical Minerals Recycling Landscape” organised by the Material Recycling Association of India (MRAI) in New Delhi, Shri Piyush Goyal, IAS, Secretary, Ministry of Mines, stated that while several Indian companies have acquired overseas mineral assets containing lithium, cobalt, and other critical minerals, the absence of a robust domestic processing ecosystem has constrained the country’s ability to fully leverage these strategic resources. To address this gap, the Ministry is finalising a mission-mode scheme to strengthen India’s...
ASI certifies SRF ALTECH LTD against Performance Standard V3.1
Aluminium Stewardship Initiative (ASI) today announced that SRF ALTECH LTD has been certified against the ASI Performance Standard V3.1 (2023). The facility manufactures ultra-thin gauge aluminium foil across 1000, 3000 and 8000 series grades using foil rolling and heat treatment processes, including foil intermediate and finish mills and annealing furnaces, with a plant capacity of 20,000 tonnes per annum. 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 value chain. The ASI Performance Standard V3 and ASI CoC Standard V2 were launched in May 2022 following a multi-year revision process. The ASI Performance Standard V3 defines 11 principles...
Raffmetal awarded by Ferrari for the value of its SILVAL primary alloys from recycling
Raffmetal has received an important award from Ferrari for its work in developing the SILVAL 7 alloy, which guarantees 100 per cent recycled aluminium with a third-party verified carbon footprint of less than 1 kg CO₂eq per kg Al from cradle to gate. The high-performance SILVAL primary alloys from recycling, produced at the new Silval Special Alloys Plant launched in 2020, are designed to meet the technical requirements of the most advanced customers and contribute to the decarbonisation of industrial supply chains, providing concrete proof that performance and sustainability can grow together. The award confirms the path Raffmetal pursues every day : transforming recycled aluminium into value by combining quality, innovation, and sustainability. Through its production process, the...
