Germany’s aluminium scrap trade showed signs of recovery in the first half of 2026, with exports to the world reaching 616,000 tonnes, up 4.58 per cent from 589,000 tonnes in H1 2025. The increase was even more pronounced against the second half of 2025, with H1 2026 shipments rising 7.50 per cent...
Emirates Global Aluminium has completed its acquisition of an 80 per cent stake in Italy's Eco Green, strengthening its aluminium scrap collection, sorting and recycling network across Europe. Emirates Global Aluminium (EGA) is expanding its aluminium recycling business in Europe with the completed...
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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...
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...
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....
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...
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...
PyroGenesis Canada Inc., a high-tech firm known for its innovative plasma processes and sustainable solutions to reduce greenhouse gases (GHG) and mitigate environmental pollutants, has announced the acquisition of full ownership of Drosrite International, a private company based in the United...
The Ministry of Ecology and Environment (MEE) of China has unveiled draft regulations to facilitate the importation of recycled aluminium and copper, aiming to enhance supply and bolster industry competitiveness. China, the leading global producer and consumer of metals, is intensifying its efforts...
Speira, a leading rolling and recycling company, has announced a significant new investment in its Karmøy facility. With an allocation of NOK 6 million, Speira will install a state-of-the-art slag press. This cutting-edge technology enhances recycling by efficiently processing waste from aluminium...
Solek, a leading renewable energy company from the Czech Republic, has formed an alliance with Degraf, a major manager of waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE). Under this alliance, they plan to recover and reuse raw materials (aluminium, copper, etc.) found in photovoltaic (PV) solar...
Alupro, the aluminium packaging recycling organisation, has been named the newest sponsor of this year’s LARAC Wales Conference. Throughout the day, delegates will have the chance to explore Alupro’s award-winning consumer engagement campaigns. These include their school-age awareness programs,...
Lhyfe, one of the world’s pioneers in producing green and renewable hydrogen, and Fives, a world leader in industrial combustion, have announced signing a memorandum of understanding to provide a complete decarbonised offer for industry, from hydrogen production to combustion. This offer speeds up...
Since initiating their partnership last year, Emirates Global Aluminium (EGA) and RECAPP, Veolia's digital recycling solution, have completed over 14,000 collections from schools and homes. About the collaboration The collaboration, aimed at fostering aluminium recycling among UAE youth, began with...
Since partnering in late 2023, KPMG in Qatar employees have collected nearly 9,000 plastic bottles and aluminium cans, saving over 1,300 kg of CO2 emissions. Each week, KPMG employees collect, on average, around 300 bottles and cans, and the numbers are growing. This partnership showcases the...
The world's leading provider of sustainable aluminium solutions and a global leader in aluminium rolling and recycling, Novelis Inc., has announced significant executive leadership appointments to foster global growth and promote aluminium as the preferred material for circular solutions. Roberta...
FCC Environment and Podback are expanding aluminium and plastic coffee pod recycling services across England and Wales. This collaboration follows a pilot program that collected 14 tonnes of used pods within six months. Introduction of separate recycling bins The initiative will introduce dedicated...
The Coca-Cola system in Thailand, which includes ThaiNamthip Corporation Limited, HaadThip plc, and Coca-Cola (Thailand) Ltd., has expanded its 'Coke Recycle Me with Trash Lucky' campaign for the fourth consecutive year. The campaign highlights the importance of recycling aluminium cans and plastic...
Yango, the international ride-hailing service, has partnered with Sparklo, a global cleantech company revolutionising the recycling industry. As part of this collaboration, Sparklo users in Dubai can redeem points for 10 per cent and 20 per cent discounts on their Yango rides. Points are collected...
The Recycling Today Media Group has announced that registration is officially open for Scrap Expo 2024, the metals recycling and auto dismantling industry's only live demonstration event. Taking place September 17-18 in Louisville, Kentucky, Scrap Expo is designed for scrap metal dealers and...
