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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Rio Tinto and Giampaolo Group have created the Matalco joint venture, aiming to meet the ever-growing demand from manufacturers for low-carbon materials. Combining the strengths of North America's largest primary and secondary aluminium producers, this partnership stands as an inspiration for the industry to strive towards sustainability. Rio Tinto's acquisition of a 50% equity stake in Matalco for $700 million, subject to usual closing adjustments, marks a significant step forward in this journey. Rio Tinto is excited to announce the launch of Matalco products, which will allow the company to offer its esteemed customers a comprehensive range of aluminium products. Their product suite will include low-carbon primary aluminium produced with hydropower and a diverse range of recycled...
Norwegian aluminium and energy giant Norsk Hydro, in a recent development, has partnered with Michigan-based recycling firm Padnos, forming the Joint Venture (JV) "Alusort LLC" to make complete utilisation of Hydro's in-house sorting machine, Hysort. This venture will be fundamental in commercialising "Hydro's proprietary sorting technology, HySort, bringing this advanced aluminium sorting technology to the United States." It was notified that the fifty-fifty joint venture would be utilising Padnos' existing facility in Grandville, Michigan, for the instalment of Hydro's proprietary sorting machine, Hysort. Hydro has assorted a capital investment of almost $4 million, and it is also confident that the Hysort production line will be activated by 2024. The President and CEO of Hydro, Hilde...
SteelMint's assessment indicates a slight increase of INR 1,000 per tonne in the prices of aluminium ADC12 alloy ingots to INR 183,000 per tonne. Meanwhile, tense scrap prices remained stable at INR 155,000 per tonne ex Delhi. The prices of ADC12 ingots have improved due to the increase in the prices of critical raw materials used in production, mainly imported ones. In particular, tense scrap from the Middle East increased by $30 per tonne to reach $1,590 per tonne, while taint tabor from the UK rose by $40-45 per tonne in the last month and stood at $1,575 per tonne. Zorba 95-5 prices from the UK were recorded at $1,830 per tonne. According to a North Indian producer, the surge in the prices of imported scrap has led to an increase in production costs. As a result, they quoted SteelMint...
Altilium, a UK-based clean technology group, has recently earned over £700,000 (US$889,000) in UK government innovation funding for two collaborative research projects that aim to recover valuable materials from mine waste. The projects are in partnership with CPI and Camborne School of Mines (CSM) and focus on developing environmentally friendly processes for recycling rare earth elements (REE), copper, and aluminium from mine tailings. Altilium's efforts to recover critical battery materials from end-of-life EV batteries have set a solid foundation for these projects. These projects are centred around the Medet concession, a mine tailings site located in central Bulgaria, which is under Altilium's control. Instead of relying solely on the extraction and refinement of virgin mineral...
In the relentless pursuit of sustainable practices and eco-friendly solutions, AL Circle marks a significant stride in promoting sustainability by unveiling a comprehensive report on the global recycled aluminium landscape, titled "World Recycled ALuminium Market Analysis - Industry forecast to 2030”. This industry-focused report delves into the import-export trade dynamics, secondary aluminium production and forecast, key trends, challenges and opportunities, etc, that are shaping the future of the recycled aluminium market on a global scale. The report marks a pivotal moment in the aluminium industry, shedding light on the critical role of recycled aluminium in the broader context of environmental sustainability and resource conservation. AL Circle, known for its commitment to...
Irizar e-mobility, a Spanish firm known for making zero-emission electric vehicles and focusing on providing cities with electromobility solutions, is the first to employ Hydro's recycled aluminium manufactured with green hydrogen in their products. Irizar e-mobility first purchased the customised aluminium profiles in early November after completing the testing. The profiles will be used in Irizar e-mobility's electric automobiles. One of the vehicles in their fleet is the "ie tram," an electric bus that produces zero emissions and resembles a tram. This vehicle combines the spaciousness, convenient entry, and interior arrangement of a tram with the adaptability of a city bus.Irizar e-mobility is committed to promoting the use of efficient, clean, and accessible transportation that...
Shangnan County's recycling project, with an annual production of 200,000 tonnes of electrolytic aluminium waste, was successfully initiated on November 22. Shangnan County is in the east of Shaanxi province, China, bordering the provinces of Henan to the east and Hubei to the south. The project's total investment is RMB 750 million and is divided into two construction phases. The first phase aims to construct two production lines that will annually produce 30,000 tonnes of carbon slag and one production line that will annually produce 100,000 tonnes of overhaul slag. Additionally, the project will include the necessary environmental protection facilities. Once completed, the project is expected to generate an annual output value of RMB 400 million, with profits and taxes of more than RMB...
India’s aluminium scrap imports from the United States recovered in August 2023 by 2,300 tonnes or 5.36 per cent month-on-month to stand at 45,200 tonnes, according to the US Geological Survey data. The imports in July fell by 3,700 tonnes or 8.62 per cent to 42,900 tonnes, as a continuation of M-o-M decline in June from 48,100 tonnes to 46,600 tonnes, showed USGS survey. On a year-on-year calculation, India’s aluminium scrap imports from the United States in August’23 stood 1.95 per cent lower than 46,100 tonnes. However, the country’s total imports from January to August 2023 registered a rise of 5,000 tonnes or 1.59 per cent from 314,000 tonnes to 319,000 tonnes. The year-to-date increase in India’s aluminium scrap imports from the United States indicates the country’s need for...
Nissan launched the EV36Zero EV hub in 2011 with a planned future investment of £ 1.12 billion to materialise the UK's first battery-producing gigafactory. In a recent development, the company also pledged £ 52 million in investment for its Sunderland facility to incorporate the use of recycled aluminium in the production of Qashqai vehicles. Nissan's plan for the total £1.12 billion investment in its UK operations and supply chain is to ramp up the R&D and manufacturing of two new fully electric car models - the Qashqai and JUKE. To add to this, the company has confirmed that the next-generation Nissan LEAFs, which was one of the first commercial-scale electric vehicles to hit the market, will also be produced at its EV36Zero hub in Sunderland. The investment will be deployed towards...
The Australasian Recycling Label (ARL) Consumer Insights Report 2023 by the Australian Packaging Covenant Organisation (APCO) sheds light on current recycling practices in Australia and New Zealand in the ever-changing sustainability environment. On November 19, a fire broke out on the top of Jupiter Aluminium, but it is now under control. The incident was discovered when flames were spotted coming from a pipe, and Beech Bottom incident Chief Greg Sheperd was immediately informed. Subaru of America, Inc. and the Philadelphia Union have accomplished an extraordinary achievement by converting Subaru Park in Chester, PA, into a "zero landfill status" stadium. To commemorate this remarkable achievement, they teamed with TerraCycle, a famous recycling firm in Trenton, NJ, to construct a...
Alupro, the Aluminium Packaging Recycling Organisation, has released a new study illustrating the nationwide effect of its pioneering teaching programmes. The Alupro Impact Report investigates the consequences of its most recent initiatives and monitors progress towards its objective of reaching a 100 per cent recycling rate for aluminium packaging in 2022. “We’re delighted to have launched our first impact report to provide further insight into the work we deliver. As a member organisation, it’s important to demonstrate how we’re working to achieve our goals and the progress we’re making,” said Tom Giddings, executive director at Alupro. The paper provides a critical analysis of how the accomplishments of Alupro members make significant contributions to addressing two prominent...
Aluminium ADC12 alloy ingot prices in India have remained stable at INR 182,000 per tonne, while tense scrap prices have also remained largely unchanged at INR 155,000 per tonne ex Delhi due to limited demand. The price of China Silicon 553 has decreased by 1.8 per cent w-o-w and is currently reported at US$1,935 per tonne. Sources suggest that the production capacity has remained stable, leading to the stability of local prices. The Indian aluminium alloy industry has seen fluctuations in recent months due to varying global market dynamics, supply chain disruptions, and geopolitical events. The automotive and construction sectors, which are significant consumers of aluminium alloys, have experienced a surge in demand, leading to challenges in raw material supply chains, rising energy...
Yunnan Runxin Aluminum Co., LTD. has achieved a remarkable milestone in the field of aluminium electrolytic solid waste collaborative treatment and utilization technology research and development. Recently, the company led the way by applying for the Yunnan Aluminium Electrolytic Solid Waste Collaborative Treatment and Utilization Engineering Research Centre, announced as the 16th batch of provincial engineering research centres by the Yunnan Provincial Development and Reform Commission. The engineering research centre, in collaboration with the research team at Kunming University of Science and Technology, is dedicated to addressing the critical issue of harmless treatment of aluminium electrolysis solid waste and comprehensive utilization of secondary resources. This will facilitate the...
In the ever-evolving sustainability landscape, the Australasian Recycling Label (ARL) Consumer Insights Report 2023 by the Australian Packaging Covenant Organisation (APCO) sheds light on the current recycling practices in Australia and New Zealand. Source: APCO With a focus on the impact of packaging materials on the environment, this report delves into consumer perceptions, behaviours, and the role of the ARL Programme in guiding informed choices. As concerns about packaging sustainability persist, the report aims to comprehensively understand consumer attitudes and behaviours toward recycling. Recycling remains a crucial part of the sustainable commitment for Australians despite challenges faced by the domestic recycling industry. Recycling is perceived as a vital daily action for...
A multifaceted business conglomeration, the Seashore Group, has publicised the inauguration of a high-tech unit for metal recycling known as Al Wajba Alloys Factory. The facility has been constructed on a total area of 20,000 sqm, and it operates as a recycling factory for electronic scrap, copper and aluminium. Al Wajba Alloys Factory adheres to international standards for safety, quality, and environmental management, with stringent measures implemented for quality control to ensure the highest quality of recycled materials. Aluminium recycling saves more than 95% of the total energy required during traditional primary aluminium production, and upon transformation the non-ferrous metal can hold onto the original properties, making it a closed-loop metal. The factory integrates...
Emirates Global Aluminium (EGA), the world's leading producer of 'premium aluminium,' has officially begun the construction of the largest aluminium recycling plant in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). The facility, set to process 170 thousand tonnes of aluminium annually, will be adjacent to EGA's existing smelter in Al Taweelah. Industry analysts foresee a significant surge in global demand for recycled aluminium, projecting an increase from 27 million tonnes per year in 2022 to 57 million tonnes by 2040. This growth is expected to constitute approximately 60 per cent of the global aluminium supply increase between 2022 and 2030, and around 70 per cent between 2030 and 2040. The recycling plant is designed to transform post-consumer aluminium scrap, including used window frames, and...
A fire broke out on the roof of Jupiter Aluminum on Sunday night, but the situation is now under control. The fire was first noticed when flames were seen coming through a pipe, and Beech Bottom Fire Chief Greg Sheperd was notified immediately. Fortunately, no injuries were reported, and all plant employees were evacuated safely. In response to the incident, Beech Bottom, Wellsburg, Bethany, Franklin, McKinleyville, Hooverson Heights, Colliers, and Avella, PA crews all responded, along with Brooke County Tanker Task Force, EMS, and EMA. Jupiter Aluminum is a company that transforms tonnes of recycled aluminium each day into valuable coil used in various markets such as building and construction, agricultural irrigation, recreational vehicles, license plates, and many more. The company's...
Subaru of America, Inc. and the Philadelphia Union have achieved a remarkable feat by transforming Subaru Park in Chester, PA, into a "zero landfill status" stadium. To mark this incredible milestone, they collaborated with TerraCycle, a renowned recycling company based in Trenton, NJ, to create a soccer ball sculpture using recycled items like aluminium cans and bottles found exclusively at Subaru Park. The sculpture was unveiled outside the stadium amidst the cheers of passionate supporters from the Philadelphia Union's Sons of Ben group. The sculpture is an embodiment of the shared commitment to sustainability between the partners. Designed and crafted by TerraCycle's in-house team specializing in upcycling, it features a wide range of recycled materials, including aluminium cans,...
