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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KEZAD Group, one of the globe's largest operators of integrated and purpose-built economic zones, and Kings Aluminium Industries have jointly announced the commencement of construction for a premium aluminium manufacturing and recycling facility in KEZAD. Kings Aluminium Industries has invested a total of AED 750 million in this project, which aims to enhance the manufacturing and recycling capabilities of the region. The construction specification This facility, spanning 100,000 square metres of land leased from KEZAD Group for 50-year tenure, will be outfitted with modern equipment and technology and will source its raw material from Emirates Global Aluminium (EGA), one of KEZAD Group's anchor tenants in the metals sector. EGA operates the region's largest aluminium smelter in KEZAD....
Sas Aluminum Metal San. Tic. Inc. is a leading supplier of top-quality Aluminium Ingot, Pyramid Cone, and Hemisphere. The company has become a go-to source for raw material needs of industrial organizations in a wide range of sectors in Turkey and beyond. AL Biz feels euphoric to announce the inclusion of Sas Aluminum onto its online platform, showcasing 1700+ verified aluminium sellers from across the globe. To know more about the company's aluminium products click here . With headquarters in Istanbul and production located in the Manisa Organized Industrial Zone, Sas Aluminum Metal San. Tic. Inc. is ideally situated to provide timely and efficient service to its customers. The company's commitment to high-quality production is evident in the raw materials it supplies domestically and...
The recycled aluminium sector was incredibly active this week, with METYCLE raising $5 million to support its expansion plans to meet the rising demand for recycling raw materials. Eunomia Research & Consulting and Ball Corporation launched an updated version of their "50 States of Recycling" report that assesses common packaging materials in every state of the United States. CleanPak joined the UK Aerosol Recycling Initiative to increase aerosol recycling in the UK, and most importantly, ABx Group's subsidiary, ALCORE, successfully conducted three test runs under standard process conditions following the activation of its state-of-the-art bath pilot batch reactor. At the United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP28), aluminium and can industry unanimously agreed to the goal of...
Eunomia Research & Consulting and Ball Corporation have recently launched an updated version of their "50 States of Recycling" report. This report is a unique and comprehensive assessment of common packaging materials in every state of the United States. It evaluates the generation, recycling, and disposal rates of these materials by utilizing data from various sources. The latest version of this report is an informative guide for policymakers, industries, and individuals to make informed decisions regarding recycling practices and waste management. Primary markers of the report have been listed below: States with Recycling Refunds have higher recycling rates than non-Refund states Refund states account for a large percentage of packaging recycled Refund states recycle more through...
The Australia-based ABx Group has revealed that ALCORE, its 83 per cent stake subsidiary, has successfully conducted three test runs under standard process conditions following the activation of its state-of-the-art bath pilot batch reactor. Located at the ALCORE Technology Centre on the NSW Central Coast, the reactor is specifically designed to extract fluorine from an 'excess bath,' a waste product from aluminium smelting, to generate hydrogen fluoride. When operating at a commercial scale, a portion of the hydrogen fluoride will undergo further processing through an existing commercial method to produce aluminium fluoride, a high-value chemical crucial for aluminium smelting, which is currently entirely imported. The recently developed reactor is roughly ten times larger than the...
Established in 2007 in Delhi, Radiance Papers Private Limited is a reputable private limited company that specialises in importing, trading, wholesaling, and exporting high-quality aluminium scrap, aluminium alloy ingots, aluminium extrusion waste, aluminium casting scrap, and other related products. AL Biz has successfully onboarded the company to its list of 1700+ clients. AL Biz is the world's first global marketplace that connects millions of buyers and sellers across the entire aluminium value chain. The products offered by Radiance Papers Private Limited include: Aluminium Bottle Caps Scrap Aluminium Casting Scrap Aluminium Telic Scrap Aluminium Sheet Scrap Aluminium Wheel Scrap Aluminium Taint Tabor Scrap Aluminium Zorba Scrap ADC12 Ingot With a skilled team of professionals,...
METYCLE, a German scrap metal trading platform, has successfully raised $5 million to support its expansion plans. The funds will be used to meet the rising demand for recycling raw materials, such as aluminium used in electric vehicles and lithium used for batteries. This will not only promote sustainable practices but also help in the conservation of natural resources. Secondary metal or recycled metal is anticipated to play a massive role in the energy transition process, which encompasses adopting electric vehicles and making good use of renewable energy sources like wind and solar power. It has been observed that the CO2 emissions associated with the production of secondary metal from scrap, compared to the primary metal production from ores and concentrate, are significantly lower....
CleanPak, the leader of the aerosol recycling industry, has joined the UK Aerosol Recycling Initiative. The campaign, spearheaded by Alupro, the aluminium packaging recycling company, was established to boost awareness of and increase aerosol recycling in the UK. CleanPak, a division of Clean Eco Group situated in Hull, specialises in environmental services and uses advanced technology to dispose of aerosols, whether full or empty, safely. The plastic and metal components are segregated to facilitate recycling, while any remaining petrol and liquids are converted into fuel. “As a leading player in the aerosol recycling sector, the involvement of CleanPak will prove invaluable to the UK Aerosol Recycling Initiative as we continue to expand our activities nationwide. The knowledge, insight...
The Qawalangin Tribe of Unalaska, the Aleut Corp. and the Aleutian-Pribilof Islands Association have been granted more than $4 million in federal funding for regional waste management and recycling programs. This financial aid has been awarded to them as a part of the Environmental Protection Agency's Solid Waste Infrastructure for Recycling (SWIFR) grant programme. The grant program aims to support recycling projects in various communities and tribes across the United States, and the aforementioned Aleutian organizations are among the recipients of this aid. This initiative will help these organizations implement effective waste management programs and promote environmentally conscious practices in their respective regions. As per the recent press release, the Qawalangin Tribe has...
Reclaimers and reprocessors face a huge challenge sourcing and verifying bales of recycled commodities from sorting facilities, collection centres, and brokers. This challenge will only intensify as demand for recycled content soars from brands and consumers. ESG goals set by FMCG companies, minimum recycled content requirements for packaging, and expanding EPR laws will also increase demand and make it harder and harder to source high-quality post-consumer recycled content. As demand soars and supply remains limited, reclaimers and reprocessors must find a new way to stay ahead of the game. This is especially important when working with highly recyclable packaging materials like aluminium. Aluminium used beverage cans (UBCs) are one of the most common packaging materials, with over 80...
The Indian aluminium scrap market is now declining, owing to less trading activity and despite a sluggish buildup of scrap, particularly in the western area due to the winter season and a w-o-w fall in the aluminium LME level. As per reports, the current prices for tense scrap of Middle East origin closed at $1,540 per tonne, reflecting a week-on-week reduction of $20 per tonne. It is estimated that the price of Zorba 95-5, UK-origin, was $1,900-1,910 per tonne, an increase of $90 per tonne. However, although some purchasers have boosted their offers for Zorba-grade scrap, their bids still need to catch up to what sellers charge in the market, with some sellers giving high rates around $1,930-1,950 per tonne due to superior bids from the Far East area. As per AL Circle's report 'World...
Metales Bolueta is a non-ferrous metal business that was established in 1980. Metales Bolueta manages approximately 4000 tonnes of metal every month with the help of Steinert's flagship aluminium sorting technology at its Gatika plant. Due to increasing customer requirements, the company has made quality a primary objective, especially in the aluminium sector. At first, the founder, Julio Marín, traded in non-ferrous metals at a site that was only 200 square metres. The business was later passed on to his three sons, who have been running it. Julio Marín continues to provide advice to them. The company is located close to Bilbao, Spain and is run by a family. The CEO, Joseba Marín, a second-generation owner, illustrated: "Ten years ago, we were processing around 2000 tonnes of metal a...
At the United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP28), aluminium and can industry unanimously agreed to the goal of recycling nearly 100 per cent of aluminium beverage cans by 2050. The world-leading companies and associations which gave consent to this target were Emirates Global Aluminium, the Australian Aluminium Council, the United States Aluminum Association, Ardagh Metal Packaging, the Aluminium Association of Canada, the Can Manufacturers Institute, the European Aluminium, Ball Corporation, Crown Holdings, Novelis, Japan Aluminium Association and many others. Initially, they would strive to achieve an 80 per cent recycling target by 2030 and then 100 per cent by 2050. Coordination must come from the state and national levels to meet this recycling goal. The governments must...
Recent data on the NPWD by the Environment Agency (EA) showed aluminium packaging recycling in the United Kingdom maintained its rising spree in Q3 2023, ended September 30. During the three-month period (July-September), aluminium packaging collection for recycling stood at 48,135 tonnes, up by 21 per cent year-on-year. The data further showed that of the total volume collected, 33,051 tonnes were recycled through kerbside, bring and on-the-go systems, which was 15 per cent higher than the previous year. The rest 12,950 tonnes were recovered from incinerator bottom ash (IBA), reflecting a 19 per cent rise compared to last year. To date in 2023, aluminium packaging collection in the United Kingdom totalled 137,275 tonnes, representing a 17 per cent increase from the corresponding period...
As the eleventh month of 2023 concludes, the global aluminium industry is shrouded in the persistent gloom of low indicative prices, primarily attributed to a subdued demand environment. Notably, industry leaders have pre-emptively acknowledged that the initial stages of 2024 are likely to mirror the current downcast conditions. Factors such as economic deceleration in the Western world, inflationary pressures, elevated bank interest rates, escalating energy costs, and geopolitical crises collectively contribute to the hesitancy within the aluminium sector. Consequently, numerous corporate executives have affirmed that order placements for the year 2024 are experiencing delays amid this challenging backdrop. On a positive outlook, the primary catalyst for aluminium demand in 2024 is...
Industry leaders at COP 28 have established a recycling goal of almost 100 per cent for the world's aluminium beverage cans by 2050. UN Climate Change Conference (COP 28), a seminar held every year in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, is the world's sole multilateral decision-making platform on climate change, with almost every nation in the world represented. Aluminium manufacturers, recyclers, rolling mills, can makers, and industry groups have established a goal to support the IEA's Net Zero 2050 objective by emphasising the need for improved recycling. Even if over 70 per cent of aluminium beverage cans are recycled into new goods, more is needed to reach the 1.5-degree objective. "Together we are calling for greater commitment from national governments and the aluminium beverage can value...
Crown Holdings Inc., a leading supplier of beverage, food, and aerosol packaging, is reportedly participating in COP28, the 2023 United Nations Climate Change Conference (Dubai, November 30-December 12), to extend its cooperation in the worldwide efforts of decarbonisation and sustainability. Crown Holdings realises that collective efforts are imperative to achieve this goal worldwide across both the upstream and downstream aluminium industry. With Climate Action and Optimum Circularity as two core pillars of focus with the ongoing Twentyby30™ programme, Crown Holdings incessantly strives to reduce carbon footprints and transform its entire supply chain to sustainability. The company is participating in two sessions on site at COP28, speaking along the thought leaders on various...
Tetra Pak has initiated the next step of its used beverage cartons (UBC) recycling partnership with Union Paper Mills (UPM) and has an investment plan of AED 2,500,000. This will indefinitely create a closed-loop recycling value chain for end-of-life beverage containers in the UAE. The companies will separately recycle laminated aluminium and paper to extract pure raw materials for reuse. Tetra Pak and UPM signed a memorandum of understanding to recycle used beverage cartons (UBC) in November last year. The partnership involves technical assessments, recycling expert visits, meetings, and industrial trials with carton packages collected from local dairy producers. Tetra Pak has committed to investing in capital expenditures for new equipment to be installed at UPM. The new recycling...
