Aluminium’s decarbonisation challenge extends beyond the electricity powering its smelters. Inside the reduction cell, electrode quality influences how efficiently that electricity is used, how much carbon is consumed and how consistently the process performs. Improving electrodes therefore offers producers a practical opportunity to address operating costs and emissions together. For Switzerland-based R&D Carbon , understanding the relationship between raw materials, electrode quality and industrial performance has been a focus for four decades. Founded in 1986 by Werner K. Fischer, the company built on carbon research previously undertaken at Swiss Aluminium Ltd., or Alusuisse. Today, it operates from Granges, near Sierre, with a team of 30 specialists serving more than 150 customers...
Mexico’s aluminum industry is looking to capitalize on rising demand from artificial intelligence (AI) infrastructure, electric mobility, automotive manufacturing, and aerospace. Expanding technology investments and international market opportunities are expected to support sales growth, while the country’s reliance on imported aluminum highlights the importance of strengthening domestic processing capabilities. Ramón Beltrán, president of Mexico’s National Chamber of the Aluminum Industry (Canalum), expects the country’s domestic and international aluminum sales to gain momentum in 2026, supported by demand from advanced technology applications and established manufacturing sectors. “We expect to close out this year with growth of between 7.5% and 7.8% in domestic and international...
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Novelis, the world's leading aluminium flat-rolled products and aluminium recycler, is gearing up for high alloy recycling and strongly focuses on sustainable solutions for new industry standards. Novelis proclaims to effectively transition towards a circular economy as the company consistently promotes new closed-loop material cycles, collaborating intensively with clients, suppliers, and associates, recycling production and end-of-life product scrap. "Our priority to establish closed-loop material cycles and low-carbon aluminium solutions demonstrates that sustainability is at the heart of our corporate strategy," says SVP & President Novelis Europe while attending the Aluminium 2024 trade show in Dusseldorf, also stating, "Our product innovations and commitment to continuously increase...
India, often hailed as the land of gods and goddesses, has stepped into its vibrant festival season of 2024. This week marks the beginning of the grandest celebration in the eastern part of the country—Durga Puja. The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO) in 2021 inscribed Kolkata’s Durga Puja on the list of Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity, which is the first time in Asia, giving the Bengalis and Indians a reason to rejoice. UNESCO recognised Durga Puja for its cultural significance. It draws millions of devotees and spectators to the streets, where they marvel at the artistic grandeur of the goddess Durga in her many forms. From intricately crafted clay and metal idols to modern fibreglass depictions, the goddess rises majestically from...
Nedal Aluminium, known for developing, producing and selling aluminium profiles and lighting columns, has been certified by the Aluminium Stewardship Initiative (ASI) with the Performance Standard V3 (2022) Certification. The Netherlands-based company has earned the certification for extrusion and machining of aluminium profiles, as well as the development, production, and machining of aluminium lighting columns, traffic poles, and flagpoles at its facility in Utrecht. An independent third-party audit of Nedal Aluminium B.V. was conducted by Certainable GmbH. The facility manufactures a range of products, including conical and cylindrical lighting columns, smart city solutions, traffic masts, and EV-charging masts. The Aluminium Stewardship Initiative (ASI) announced the certification,...
The Japanese integrated trading and investment business conglomerate Marubeni Corporation is ramping up efforts to expand its sales of low-carbon primary aluminium, commonly referred to as ‘green aluminium,’ in response to increasing global demand for sustainable raw materials. With the trend towards decarbonisation gaining momentum, driven by international measures to combat climate change, Marubeni has secured a growing number of green aluminium deals across various industries. The surge in demand comes as companies seek to reduce their carbon footprints, and Marubeni has positioned itself as a key supplier of low-carbon aluminium. The corporation’s green aluminium is now being supplied to customers in many sectors, including transportation, where the pressure to decarbonise is...
Gulf countries are determinedly shifting to green aluminium production since past few years amidst the upcoming enactment of 2026's Carbon Tax scheme. As of 2020, Aluminium Stewardship Initiative(ASI) reported that the GCC country smelters are close to ASI’s benchmark carbon emission target of 8 tonnes of CO2e emission per tonne of aluminium production. "Several Middle Eastern aluminium producers have made clear efforts to offer low-carbon emissions aluminium products to the wider market, including products with higher recycled content, as part of a response to the growing demand for this material as well as preparation for the implementation of CBAM in the EU in 2026," Khaula Bhatti from S&P Global Commodity Insights disclosed to a regional media. The current transitional stage of the...
Australia's aluminium industry, with its large and vertically integrated structure, offers promising opportunities to support both the nation and its global trading partners in the energy transition. However, to stay competitive and foster growth, the sector needs access to affordable energy and critical mineral designation to tap into global capital and cut through excessive regulatory hurdles. Australian Aluminium Industry Report The Economic Contribution of the Vertically Integrated Australian Aluminium Industry report revealed the industry's heightened vulnerability to supply chain disruptions. In a hypothetical scenario modelled in the report, the closure of a single bauxite mine in Western Australia, employing around 600 people, could result in the loss of 10,000 indirect jobs and a...
Aluminium Stewardship Initiative (ASI) announced the joining of Shandong Foundry Metal Technology Co., Ltd as its new Production and Transformation member. The company specialises in producing high-quality magnesium and aluminium alloys, with expertise in die-casting, extrusion casting, and precision forming of various magnesium, aluminium, and high-strength aluminium alloy components. Its product range extends across industries such as automotive, electronics, telecommunications, photography equipment, and power tools. Equipped with world-class extrusion casting machines, cold chamber and hot chamber die casting machines, the company ensures the production of superior quality castings. Additionally, it is dedicated to technological advancement, incorporating advanced machining centres...
On October 2, the Norwegian aluminium giant celebrated the expansion and relocation of its Hydro Aluminum Technology Centre (HATC) from Zeeland, Michigan, to Cassopolis, Michigan. This newly expanded facility, situated next to the cutting-edge aluminium recycling plant that Hydro inaugurated in November of last year, enhances the company's R&D capabilities. About Hydro Aluminum Technology Centre (HATC) The centre brings together experts focused on delivering innovative aluminium products across various sectors, including automotive, transportation, consumer products, and building systems. The new technology centre enables Hydro to continue meeting the increasing demand for low-carbon aluminium products in the U.S. by providing the necessary technical resources. The centre also features a...
UK-based startup Caldera has developed a modular heat storage technology named Megacell, utilising a composite of abundant natural materials, including recycled aluminium and volcanic rock. This new heat storage technology is described as an ideal solution for decarbonising industrial processes and storing on-site photovoltaic energy. Image source- Caldera Decarbonisation, or moving towards an emission-free world, is one of the most important aspects of the aluminium industry. Aluminium, though recyclable or sustainable, is one of the reasons behind the emission of greenhouse gases (GHGs) worldwide. As a result, the decarbonisation of aluminium subsectors has become mandatory to reduce direct and indirect emissions. The system is designed to convert on-site solar power into on-demand...
Decarbonisation across the global aluminium value chain was a keynote at Climate Week NYC. To discuss the topic, industry leaders convened and highlighted the importance of technological innovation, responsible stewardship, and cross-sector collaboration. Amid these discussions, they also addressed regional disparities in recycling, energy access, and regulatory frameworks. In a panel hosted by the International Aluminium Institute (IAI), the executives pointed out that the leadership needs to encourage the peers to discover an economically viable transformation pathway for decarbonisation. Key points raised were opportunities for collaboration, shared challenges, and policy improvements to meet the sustainability goal. The panel underscored that aluminium as a metal has immense potential...
Aluminium Dunkerque, a leading producer of primary aluminium in Europe, has become an Official Partner of Les Dogues (LOSC). Facilitated by SPORTFIVE, an international sports marketing agency, this partnership will feature Aluminium Dunkerque's logo on the sleeves of LOSC's jerseys during their European Champions League campaign. “We are proud to support Aluminium Dunkerque as it enters the world of sports sponsorship and to have initiated this wonderful alliance with LOSC”, stated Xavier ODDONE, Managing Director SPORTFIVE France. About the collaboration As the first collaboration of its kind within the aluminium sector and possibly the entire industry, Aluminium Dunkerque has teamed up with LOSC, a top Ligue 1 club, to amplify its regional presence. This alliance brings together two...
Panda Alüminyum, one of Europe's leading producers of flat-rolled aluminium, has joined the Aluminium Stewardship Initiative (ASI) as the new Downstream Supporter member. Panda Alüminyum specialises in producing high-quality aluminium flat rolled products with thicknesses ranging from 9 µm to 2 mm since 2006. The company offers a diverse range of premium products tailored to various industries, including packaging, automotive, consumer goods, cooling systems, and other industrial applications. Panda Aluminium is part of the Panda Group and operates a facility in Ankara, Türkiye. "Due to our sustainability and responsible production strategies we look forward to share experiences with ASI and contribution to all stakeholders through aluminium value chain," said Kemal Sultanoglu, General...
TSUBAKI KABELSCHLEPP has introduced aluminium hole stays from its LG series, designed to significantly enhance the service life of cable carriers and contribute to improved sustainability of the overall system. These small but impactful components offer several advantages, including optimal routing for even the heaviest cables and hoses within the neutral bending line. Additionally, the hole stays provide flexibility with 1-mm increments for precise adjustments, simplifying both installation and maintenance. This innovation underscores the company's commitment to advancing durability and efficiency in industrial applications. Werner Eul, Head of Industry & Product Management at TSUBAKI KABELSCHLEPP explained, "The less strain is placed on cables and hoses inside a cable carrier, the...
Novelis Inc., the premier manufacturer of flat-rolled aluminium goods and the global leader in aluminium rolling and recycling, has unveiled a new sustainability initiative designed to promote aluminium as the preferred material for circular solutions. Under the Novelis 3x30 Initiative, the company is committed to establishing ambitious carbon-related sustainability goals and pinpointing priorities to enhance its decarbonisation and circularity efforts. The Novelis 3x30 Initiative builds on the company's prior sustainability accomplishments, which include a 10 percentage point increase in average recycled content and a 27 per cent reduction in carbon emissions for fiscal year (FY) 2024 compared to its FY16 baseline. These achievements have positioned Novelis at the forefront of the...
The Aluminium Stewardship Initiative (ASI) is a collaborative endeavour aimed at enhancing sustainability throughout the aluminium value chain. Achieving ASI certification demonstrates the dedication of both aluminium producers and users to maintain rigorous standards in social responsibility, environmental stewardship, and ethical practices, fostering mutual benefits for all stakeholders involved. On Wednesday, September 25, ASI announced the joining of ARZYZ, a Mexican company, as its new Production and Transformation member. Established in 1980, ARZYZ specialises in manufacturing aluminium alloys and the trade of non-ferrous metals. The company is deeply committed to aluminium recycling and the circular economy, maximising the value derived from recovering materials like scrap and...
Hydro has announced plans to construct a new pumped storage power plant in Luster Municipality, Norway. Construction is set to commence in 2025, with operations expected to begin in 2028 or 2029. Currently, Hydro produces aluminium in Norway with a carbon footprint approximately 75 per cent lower than the global average, with a goal of achieving zero-carbon aluminium by 2050. "Hydro and the wider industry need more hydropower, wind, and solar power to successfully transition to a greener future and make further investments in Norway. As a major industrial player, we are committed to contributing to the development of these renewable energy sources," said Kari Ekelund Thørud, Executive Vice President of Hydro Energy About the project While Hydro's Norwegian aluminium plants are primarily...
South32 Worsley Alumina Pty Ltd has earned ASI Performance Standard V3 (2022) Certification for its Boddington Bauxite Mine, Worsley Alumina Refinery in Collie, and its port facility in Bunbury, Australia. This certification extends to the associated infrastructure, including conveyors and the Bunbury port. The Aluminium Stewardship Initiative (ASI) announced the certification, which covers the Boddington Bauxite Mine, with an annual output of approximately 18.8 million tonnes of bauxite ore, and the Alumina Refinery in Collie, producing 4.6 million tonnes of alumina each year. The independent, third-party audit of the South32 Worsley Alumina Pty Ltd facilities was carried out by KPMG Australia. The ASI Certification program was created through a thorough multi-stakeholder consultation...
The Norwegian aluminium and renewable energy company Norsk Hydro has extended its strategic partnership with the luxury automotive giant Mercedes-Benz to collaborate on a long-term initiative aimed at fostering positive social and environmental impacts in the Brazilian Amazon. Focussing on the same, both Hydro and Mercedes-Benz launched the long-term 'Corridor' Programme at the Climate Week 2024 in New York. About the Corridor Program The Corridor Programme is dedicated to creating positive impacts for people and nature in the Amazon. Through this initiative, Hydro and Mercedes-Benz will collaborate with Brazilian NGOs IPAM, Imazon, and CEA, alongside Boston Consulting Group and other partners. The goals of the programme include: Safeguarding human rights Boosting income for local...
