According to SMM survey statistics, the operating rate of the secondary aluminium alloy industry in September was 35.0 per cent, up 3.1 percentage points M-o-M but down 6.7 percentage points Y-o-Y. Industry production continued its recovery trend, but the overall operating level remained below the same period last year. On the demand side, September marked the traditional peak consumption season, with downstream orders recovering from August. End-use demand from automobiles and other sectors improved marginally, but the peak season effect has yet to fully materialise. According to CAAM data, automobile production in September was 2.99 million units, up 11.4 per cent M-o-M but down 8.7 per cent Y-o-Y. NEV production was 1.814 million units, up 12.2 per cent Y-o-Y. CAAM noted that China's...
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...
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The performance of Lidl Ireland's bottle and can deposit return initiative at the retailer's Glenageary location has been lauded. The initiative, which began 11 weeks ago, is a first in Ireland and aims to encourage consumers to recycle plastic and aluminium garbage. Lidl Ireland claims that their reverse vending machine has gathered over 64,000 plastic bottles and aluminium cans from consumers and has given back over €6,400 in vouchers to date. The shop claims that the experiment at its Glenageary location was successful, with collections exceeding those of several of the European competitors. Customers receive a €0.10 coupon for each unit put in the vending machine, with a maximum voucher limit of €2. Lidl Ireland's specific equipment can collect and process up to 17,000 units each...
The solution provider to the aluminium dross management, Taha International with its groundbreaking innovation that consumes less energy and also does not produce any toxic salt cake, keeping the carbon emission at close to zero supports Bahrain’s decarbonisation efforts. While welcoming a delegation of representatives from several governmental and private sector establishments on a field tour to Taha International’s headquarter at Ma'ameer, Bahrain, the dross expert briefed the delegates about its patented technology that has been registered by its name. Ammar Awachi, CEO of Taha International Corporation said: “This visit is part of the company's commitment to supporting the government's efforts to reach net-zero carbon emissions by raising knowledge of best practices and applications...
European Aluminium, a Brussels based company which has many of the largest aluminium producers of the continent’s as its members, stated that its mission, “is to strive for a truly sustainable economy, supporting the Paris Agreement and delivering on the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals.” The organisation highlights that “increased recycling” can help in reaching that aim. According to the firm, this will necessitate "a major overhaul and regeneration of our current industrial base and assets.” EU states that, the "I+ Manifesto" is a call to action for the "future EU leaders to provide the proper framework conditions for the sector to fulfil its full strategic potential.” According to the organisation, the manifesto "builds on the conclusions of our Vision 2050." As per the...
Companhia Brasileira de Alumnio (CBA), based in São Paulo, has stated that its Metalex Ltd. subsidiary has increased its billet production capacity and is investing in its ability to utilise scrap at the Metalex melt plant. Metalex in Araçariguama, Brazil, has increased its billet production capacity from 75,000 to 90,000 tonnes per year thanks to a new sidewell-style furnace, according to CBA. Metalex describes the investment as "the first step" of a US$20.6 million investment to develop its recycled-content aluminium manufacturing, according to a news release on its website. According to CBA, the second stage of the expansion will include the construction of a new recycling plant that will increase the existing scrap consumption in the billet manufacturing mix from 60 percent to 80...
On Monday, November 22, the Scepter Group, reported a fire outbreak at its aluminum recycling plant in Seneca Falls. The news came after the company called 911 at 1:33 am and reported the incident. However, investigators are still unsure how the fire set in, said some officials. Seneca Falls police and firefighters, as well as Waterloo, Fayette and Aurelius firefighters, and North Seneca Ambulance responded to the fire at 11 Lamb Road in Seneca Falls, Seneca Falls Fire Department District Chief Allen Larsen said. A Seneca Falls police sergeant reported pallets on fire in a pit underneath the building. Firefighters reached the spot a little later. They together brought the fire under control in about 30 minutes after the call, said the police. No injuries have been reported so far. The...
Jordan is comprised of a mixed economic system that provides a variety of private freedom, combined with centralized economic planning and government regulation. The industrial sector is a high contributor to Jordan's GDP and it is the 2 nd largest sector of the economy. The manufacturing sector is considered as the most vital and the light manufacturing sector of the country produces some good amount of aluminium scrap. During 2019-20, the Arab country of Southwest Asia, Jordan exported 22,697 tonnes of aluminium scrap, creating revenue earning of around $30.27 million. In 2019, the aluminium scrap export of Jordan was registered at 11,488 tonnes, incurring earnings of $15.40 million, whereas, in 2020, the export unveiled downfall by 2.42%, as the export volume dropped marginally to...
The economy of Switzerland is a highly developed manufacturing industry pursuing high-tech and knowledge-based production. It has been revealed that around 74% of Swiss GDP is generated by the service sector and 25% by industry. Furthermore, it is noted that 78% of Swiss imports are from the EU, while 43% of Swiss exports are destined for EU countries, which also includes aluminium scrap. The central European nation, Switzerland exported 285,586 tonnes of aluminium scrap during 2019-20 incurring revenue earnings of around $237.93 million from the export. In 2019, the Swiss export of aluminium scrap was registered at 140,129 tonnes, which accounted for earnings of $124.33 million, whereas, in 2020 the export rose by 3.80%, as the export volume soared to 145,457 tonnes, while the earnings...
The global aluminium recycling segment has been in the spotlight this week due to a number of events. To begin with, PyroGenesis Canada Inc. joined Aluminium Stewardship Initiative (ASI), as the new General Supporter member. This was followed by the news that the Aluminium Association and the Can Manufacturers Institute coming up with an updated analysis showing the aluminium beverage container's numerous environmental benefits over competitor packaging materials. Consumers recycle aluminium cans at a rate more than twice that of plastic (PET) bottles, according to the research, which updates numerous key performance indicators (KPI) for 2020. On National Recycling Day on Monday, November 15, the Atlanta Hawks and State Farm Arena announced a multi-year partnership with Novelis, the world...
Alcoa is working on a technology to convert low-quality aluminium scrap to a purity level that exceeds that of commercial smelters, potentially allowing sources of discarded aluminium scrap, known as Zorba, to be utilised. According to Alcoa, their ASTRAEA process can purify any aluminium scrap to a high enough degree to possibly generate a new value chain. Alcoa's technological roadmap contains elements that will assist the business achieve its objective of creating a sustainable aluminium sector, including the ASTRAEA process. The majority of smelters produce P1020, or commodity-grade metal. This means there's 0.1 percent silicon and 0.2 percent iron in it. Depending on the technique utilised, most smelters have the technological competence to manufacture up to P0404, with a few...
According to the US Geological Survey (USGS), the United States imported 16,300 tonnes of aluminium scrap from Mexico in August 2021, showing a month-on-month descends of 1,700 tonnes or by 9.44 percent. In July 2021, 18,000 tonnes of aluminium scrap were imported from Mexico, showing a drop down of 4.25 percent from 18,800 tonnes in June 2021. On a year-on-year calculation, aluminium scrap imported from Mexico in August 2021, moved up by 5,500 tonnes or by 50.92 percent from 10,800 tonnes. From January to August2021, the imported aluminium scrap by the United States stood at 139,000 tonnes. For the same period last year, the amount exported by Mexico was recorded at 95,100 tonnes. Based on the reports shared by the United States Geological Survey, the total amount of aluminium plates,...
Hydro has announced its decision to invest in building a new state-of-the art aluminium recycling plant at Cassapolis, Michigan, which will produce 120,000 tonnes of aluminum extrusion ingot per year. Construction will expectedly start in early 2022, and the operations of the plant to commence in 2023, appointing about 70 direct employees. “The Cassopolis greenfield development will mark the first large-scale production of Hydro CIRCAL® extrusion ingot in North America. We look forward to bringing this high-quality, low-carbon product to our most demanding customers,” said Eivind Kallevik, Executive Vice President of Hydro Aluminium Metal. The project is estimated to involve an investment of $140 million, depending on final facility design, market conditions, and macroeconomic...
The United States exported 56,900 tonnes of aluminium scrap to Malaysia in August 2021, which reflected an increase of 11,300 tonnes or 24.79 per cent month-on-month, found the US Census Bureau data. In July 2021, the United States aluminium scrap exports to Malaysia stood at 45,600 tonnes, down by 2,000 tonnes or 4.2 per cent from 47,600 tonnes in June. On a year-on-year calculation, the US aluminium scrap exports to Malaysia stood 37.77 per cent higher than 41,300 tonnes. From January to August, the United States scrap exports to Malaysia amounted to 338,000 tonnes, 32.55 per cent or 83,000 tonnes more than 255,000 tonnes during the same period last year. The United States total aluminium scrap exports in August 2021 stood at 188,000 tonnes, up 18,000 tonnes or 10.59 per cent from...
On National Recycling Day on Monday, November 15, the Atlanta Hawks and State Farm Arena announced a multi-year partnership with Novelis, the world leader in aluminum rolling and recycling. The partnership has made Novelis an official aluminum recycling and proud sustainability partner on State Farm Arena’s journey to becoming a TRUE zero-waste venue. TRUE stands for Total Resource Use and Efficiency, a standard set by Green Business Certification Inc. (GBCI), the world’s leading sustainability and health certification and credentialing body. Under the partnership, Novelis will assist Atlanta Hawks and State Farm Arena with knowledge and guidance on how to organise, sort, and recycle aluminium, while focusing on sustainability and circular economy. Now the State Farm Arena’s most premium...
The UK government's Environment Act has finally got Royal Assent, more than two years after it was initially presented. Environment Secretary George Eustice thinks the Act would offer "the most ambitious environmental programme of any country on earth," outlining the government's sustainability strategy, clarifying environmental governance post-Brexit, and mapping out the transition to a more circular economy. Legislative drivers to end species decrease by 2030, improve air quality, safeguard the health of our rivers, track deforestation, and revolutionise our waste management system are among the key provisions. These improvements will be driven by legally mandated objectives, with the newly formed Office for Environmental Protection holding both the government and public bodies...
The voice of the European aluminium industry, European Aluminium which is encompassing primary aluminium producers, downstream manufacturers and producers of recycled aluminium has come up with a new report that reveals the European aluminium refining industry is a magnificent example of a modern circular economy business model accredited to its ability to recycle aluminium from multiple scrap streams efficiently. The report further focuses on substantial enhancement in the sector’s carbon emission performance. On 16 th November, the European Aluminium launched a dedicated study on the environmental performance of aluminium refining processes used to produce cast alloy aluminium ingots from aluminium scrap complementing its 2018 Environmental Profile Report. The report delivers accurate...
The Aluminium Association and the Can Manufacturers Institute (CMI) have produced an updated analysis highlighting the aluminium beverage container's continuous environmental benefits over competitor packaging materials. As per the study, consumers recycle aluminium cans at more than twice the rate of plastic (PET) bottles, which updates many key performance indicators (KPI) for 2020. Aluminium beverage cans also contain 3X to 20X more recycled content and are significantly more valuable as scrap than glass or PET bottles, making aluminium a primary driver of the financial sustainability of the US recycling system. The closed-loop circularity rate, which evaluates the proportion of recycled material used to go back into the same product – in this example, a new beverage container – is a...
Residents in Kurri Kurri, Hunter, are being advised to keep their windows and doors shut as firefighters work to put out a big industrial fire. The fire at the Weston Aluminium site began on Sunday morning and continued throughout the day and into the night, sending huge plumes of black smoke over the town. The fire consumed large amounts of bottled hand sanitizer, paint, rubber, plastics, and aluminium dross. The smoke had dissipated to a cloud around the location by Monday morning. According to NSW Fire and Rescue Deputy Commissioner, Jeremy Fewtrell, air monitoring at schools and downwind of the site is underway. "We've had our … hazardous materials technicians working throughout the night and this morning, monitoring the smoke plume and the impacts on town, so the readings aren't...
PyroGenesis Canada Inc. joined Aluminium Stewardship Initiative (ASI), as the new General Supporter member. With this, the total number of members at ASI comes to 199. PyroGenesis Canada Inc. is a high-tech firm that develops, manufactures, and sells sophisticated plasma systems and sustainable solutions for reducing greenhouse gas emissions and waste streams. Aluminum is seen as the "green" metal of the future, a designation that will remain contested until the emissions and hazardous waste problems linked with it are resolved. PyroGenesis is working on a variety of applications with that goal in mind, including salt-free aluminium recovery from dross (using its patented DROSRITETM process), re-purposing of dross residues (post metal recovery), treatment of spent pot lining (SPL), and...
