Europe’s aluminium scrap exports to the US have risen by 243 per cent, highlighting a growing concern over the continent’s access to strategic raw materials as it pursues recycling, decarbonisation and industrial competitiveness. Evangelos Mytilineos, Executive Chairman of METLEN, raised the issue, linking scrap outflows to the broader challenges facing European industry, energy security and strategic autonomy. Aluminium scrap outflows raise industrial concerns Mytilineos referred to the contrasting US tariff treatment of aluminium products, i.e., a 50 per cent tariff on primary aluminium, compared with zero tariff on scrap . With European aluminium scrap exports to the US increasing by 243 per cent, he questioned whether Europe could strengthen its industrial base while allowing valuable...
The US aluminium used beverage can (UBC) scrap price benchmark tracked by Argus recorded a mixed performance over the third quarter of 2026, declining in July before rising in August and September. The monthly average increased from USD 2,322.89 per tonne in July to USD 2,491.22 per tonne in August and USD 2,602.51 per tonne in September, indicating a sustained recovery in the benchmark over the three months. July: Prices decline despite a high opening The benchmark began July at USD 2,464.98 per tonne on July 1, before falling sharply to USD 2,270.76 per tonne on July 3. The price remained at that level on July 2 and July 6, the lowest recorded price for the month. It subsequently recovered gradually, reaching USD 2,319.86 per tonne on July 10 and USD 2,328.63 per tonne on July 22....
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The Neath Port Talbot materials recycling facility (MRF) in South Wales, UK, was designed and installed by Ken Mills Engineering (KME). The plant features metal separation equipment designed and built by Bunting-Redditch, including a Permanent Overband Magnet and an Eddy Current Separator. The container recycling MRF in Neath Port Talbot processes dry-mixed recyclables, including aluminium cans, film, and plastic. Its design allows for easy future modifications, enabling the council to incorporate additional separation technologies, such as optical sorting. “The Bunting metal separators are just one stage in a successful recycling process. The ability to successfully recover the steel and aluminium is dependent on the feed. The excellent plant design means that there is liberated feed to...
Tadweer Group has rolled out 25 Reverse Vending Machines (RVMs) at key locations throughout Abu Dhabi, such as Umm Al Emarat Park and Zayed International Airport, with further installations on the way. This initiative is a collaboration with the Ministry of Finance, Abu Dhabi Sports Council (ADSC), ADNEC Group, the Department of Municipalities and Transport, and Khadamat Facilities Management as part of UAE University. About the partnership This partnership aims to maximise the value of waste by employing advanced solutions like waste masters and anaerobic digesters, along with other innovative technologies. Tadweer Group is showcasing its dedication to research and development by introducing technologies such as Reverse Vending Machines (RVMs) to promote a circular economy and support...
The United States aluminium scrap exports slightly dipped month-on-month but increased year-over-year, according to the US Census Bureau data. However, the monthly fall was not significant enough to disturb the annual growth trend of the United States aluminium scrap imports in the first four months of 2024. The United States aluminium scrap exports in April 2024 totalled 180,000 tonnes, down by 2,000 tonnes or 1.10 per cent from 182,000 tonnes in March and up by 13,000 tonnes or 7.22 per cent from 167,000 tonnes in April 2023. During January-April, the United States aluminium scrap exports amounted to 675,000 tonnes versus 662,000 tonnes during the corresponding period of the previous year, reflecting an increase of 1.96 per cent. The annual growth in the United States’ total aluminium...
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Speira is enhancing its facilities in Grevenbroich and Töging in Germany by installing two new furnaces at each site and replacing the existing units with cutting-edge systems. These upgrades include four tiltable rotary furnaces designed to boost the company’s capacity for recycling challenging materials, such as heavily contaminated scrap (low-grade) and dross generated during the melting process. Speira is a leading European Aluminium rolling and recycling company. It comprises eleven recycling and production sites in Germany and Norway, as well as its own research and development. Speira recycles up to 650,000 tonnes of aluminium per year and produces around one million tons of advanced rolled products. In his role as Head of Recycling Services in Speira's other business areas and for...
The Material Recycling Association of India (MRAI) has reportedly urged the government to waive the 2.5 per cent import duty on aluminium scrap, following the Aluminium Association of India's demand for a rise in the same tariff to 7.5 per cent . Although AAI and MRAI's appeals are contradictory, both have come ahead of the Union Budget 2024. MRAI has made the elimination request, highlighting the critical role of recycled aluminium in reducing carbon emissions and stimulating a circular economy. MRAI President Sanjay Mehta emphasised, "India's aluminium recycling industry plays a pivotal role in harmonising efforts to combat climate change and bolster environmental sustainability." He further asserted that recycling aluminium also reduces the usage of raw materials and protects natural...
Daisy Goddard-Dickinson, a year six student from St Nicholas CofE Primary School near Ripon, has secured first place in a national competition conducted by the Aluminium Packaging Recycling Organisation (Alupro). The competition, part of the 'Bin-fluencers' educational program targeting Key Stage 3 pupils to enhance recycling awareness, challenged students nationwide to design a unique recycling bin to encourage classmates to reconsider discarding their waste. Daisy's entry perfectly met the criteria with its creative flair, earning her the top spot. Judges were impressed by her imaginative approach, leading to her selection as the winner. As a reward, Daisy will have her winning design featured on a new recycling bin and receive an iPad. Additionally, her classmates will benefit from a...
The Ministry of Ecology and Environment has reportedly issued a letter seeking public opinion on the revised import policies of secondary aluminium alloy and aluminium alloy raw materials and secondary copper and copper alloy raw materials. It is a revised version of the “Announcement No. 43” issued in 2020. The revised version has amended the policies for secondary aluminium alloy imports, taking into account the status and recent developments in the field. Once the revised policies are implemented, high-quality raw materials of secondary aluminium alloys, such as wrought aluminium alloy and secondary pure aluminium, will possibly be allowed for imports. The revised draft includes the categories of secondary aluminium alloy to be imported, inspection standards, and index requirements....
A report by the Canadian Beverage Association (CBA), researched and authored by Eunomia Research & Consulting Inc. has concluded that the best approach for Ontario to achieve a 90 per cent recovery rate for beverage containers like aluminium cans is to expand the current deposit system managed by The Beer Store. The recommendation suggests increasing the number of retail and depot locations where Ontarians can return bottles and aluminium cans to receive a 10-cent refund per container. CBA commissioned Eunomia The CBA commissioned Eunomia to conduct a research report and a DRS modelling study to identify a cost-effective, consumer-friendly, high-performing deposit-return system (DRS). Implementing such a system would achieve high recycling rates, reduce environmental litter, and increase...
Novelis Inc., a premier provider of sustainable aluminium solutions and the global leader in aluminium rolling and recycling, announced an investment of approximately $90 million to expand its recycling capacity for used beverage cans (UBCs) at the Latchford plant. The investment encompasses the construction of a new dross house, three new bag houses, and the installation of cutting-edge shredding, sorting, de-coating, and melting technologies. "Of all the recycling players in the European market, Novelis has the highest ambition to maximize its recycled content across our product range. Globally, Novelis had an average of 63% recycled content in our products in fiscal year 2024," said Emilio Braghi, executive vice president of Novelis and president of Novelis Europe. About the project...
Ahead of the Union Budget 2024, Indian aluminium producers have sought an increase in the import duty on aluminium scrap to 7.5 per cent from the present 2.5 per cent. In addition, they have also asked to maintain the import duty on primary aluminium at the current rate of 7.5 per cent or a marginal rise to 10 per cent. These urges are to curb the excessive inflow of substandard aluminium products and protect the domestic industry, which provides livelihoods to more than 10 lakh people. This news came on Tuesday, July 16, after the Aluminium Association of India (AAI) asked the government to control aluminium scrap imports by increasing duties to 7.5 per cent, akin to those on primary aluminium. AAI is also advocating for the maintenance of the duty on primary aluminium imports, including...
According to a report by Mint, India's aluminium sector is advocating for increased import levies on aluminium and its scrap due to concerns about dumping by China, the Middle East, and ASEAN countries. Import duties on aluminium scrap to be raised In a budget proposal to the finance ministry, the Aluminium Association of India (AAI) has requested that the import duty on aluminium scrap be raised from 2.5 per cent to 7.5 per cent and has also called for a slight increase in the import tax on primary aluminium to 10 per cent. Raising import duties on aluminium and its scrap could help curb the spike in imports, which accounted for approximately 55 per cent of India's demand in FY24. According to Mint, the share of local manufacturers has decreased from 60 per cent in 2011 to 45 per cent in...
ABx Group will showcase its rare earth and fluorine waste recycling advancements at the upcoming Noosa Mining Investor Conference in Queensland. The conference, which begins on July 17th, will feature ABx Group's presentation at 4 pm AEST. Dr Mark Cooksey, CEO of ABx, emphasised the company's focus on presenting "compelling" opportunities within its pipeline. The presentation aims to outline ABx Group's strategic initiatives and prospects in these innovative recycling sectors. Investors and industry stakeholders attending the conference anticipate insights into ABx Group's sustainable practices and technological advancements, which aim to transform waste management in the mining sector. Dr Cooksey said, "I am presenting at the conference to promote ABx to investors who may not have been...
According to BigMint's latest assessment, spot prices for ADC12 aluminium alloy ingots, commonly used in the automotive industry, remained stable week-over-week in both the Delhi NCR and Chennai regions. In Delhi NCR, ADC12 spot prices were evaluated at INR 213,000 per tonne (ex-Delhi), which is in line with domestic tense scrap prices of INR 181,000 per tonne (ex-Delhi). Similarly, ADC12 prices were reported in Chennai at INR 215,500 per tonne on an immediate payment basis, excluding GST, while casting scrap prices stood at INR 182,000 per tonne (ex-Chennai). Meanwhile, three-month LME aluminium prices have remained largely steady at $2,490-2,500 per tonne, compared to the previous week's $2,525 per tonne. Indian market analysis In contrast, the Indian domestic market is witnessing...
This week, imported aluminium scrap prices in India have seen a modest increase, buoyed by a slight uptick in LME aluminium prices and increased purchasing activity in Europe ahead of the summer recess. Three-month LME aluminium prices reached $2,526 per tonne, marking a marginal week-on-week rise of 0.5 per cent. Concurrently, LME warehouse stocks declined by 3 per cent W-o-W to 994,175 tonnes. According to BigMint's latest report, tension scrap originating from the Middle East, notably the UAE, saw a price hike of $50 per tonne, settling at $1,830 per tonne. Additionally, Zorba 95/5 sourced from the UK rose by $5 per tonne to settle at $2,060 per tonne CFR for the west coast of India. Market trends Due to the upcoming European holidays, material availability for specific grades is...
An innovative partnership between Speira and GHI Smart Furnaces aims to redefine sustainability standards in the aluminium industry. Together, they aim to achieve an unprecedented reduction of 1.5 million tonnes of CO 2 emissions annually. This ambitious initiative represents a pivotal moment in pursuing environmental stewardship within the sector. The focal point of this partnership is the transformation of Speira’s Rheinwerk plant in Germany, propelled by a substantial €40 million investment. This strategic move enhances operational efficiency and positions the plant as a global leader in green technology innovation. Speira's unwavering commitment to sustainability is evident across its operations. With eleven recycling and production sites in Germany and Norway, Speira processes...
In a recent statement, the General Manager for TerraCycle Europe, Julien Tremblin, stressed the importance of expanded recycling solutions for empty medicine blister packs. These packs, essential for safeguarding medications, pose a significant recycling challenge due to their complex composition. They cannot be processed through standard home recycling bins, compounding the issue. Tremblin pointed out that while there is high consumer demand for recycling these packs, the existing infrastructure's capacity falls short. He stressed the need for collective action from all stakeholders to bridge this gap promptly. However, the economic feasibility of recycling these packs remains a significant hurdle, as the cost of recycling often exceeds the value of the recycled material. Due to these...
It is startling that Cleanaway's latest Recycling Behaviours Report for 2024 shows Australians need more confidence in recycling their waste. The report indicates that two in five Australians harbour doubts about whether their waste is being recycled appropriately. Additionally, 18 per cent of respondents incorrectly believe that all waste ultimately ends up in landfills, casting a shadow over the perceived efficacy of recycling efforts. As a proactive measure, Cleanaway's report aims to dispel these misconceptions. It provides a detailed overview of the recycling process at its facilities, showcasing how recyclable materials are transformed into new products. This reinforces the importance and effectiveness of recycling initiatives and serves as a valuable resource in addressing these...
Suez UK, a pioneer in waste management through sustainable solutions and innovative technologies, has reportedly partnered with Alupro, the aluminium packaging recycling organisation, to revolutionise aerosol cans recycling in the United Kingdom. Their primary focus is accelerating recycling rates through a two-year partnership to help the domestic aluminium packaging sector achieve stricter recycling targets, which are part of the upcoming policy reforms. A report states that the United Kingdom uses approximately 650 million metal aerosols each year, primarily for household purposes. With the UK achieving a notable aluminium packaging recycling rate of 68% in 2023, there remains significant potential for increased aerosol recycling. This is the possibility that the partnership between...
