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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In a significant boost to Australia's domestic manufacturing sector, Capral Aluminium has forged a strategic supply partnership with Australia's sole domestic PV module manufacturer, Tindo Solar. Under this collaboration, Capral will provide extruded aluminium for Tindo's Australian-made solar panels, possibly expanding the partnership to support Tindo's anticipated Gigafactory. About the agreement This agreement represents a pivotal move for both companies as Tindo accelerates its operations to meet growing demand. The initial supply deal underscores Tindo's commitment to prioritising local suppliers within the renewable energy sector. Solar energy is one of the primary renewable energy sources in sun-soaked countries, and aluminium is a key material in solar panels. Capral, recognised...
AMAG Austria Metall AG has joined over 1,000 energy-intensive companies in signing the Antwerp Declaration, a powerful call for a European Industrial Deal. This collective initiative seeks to balance the urgent need for climate transition with safeguarding Europe’s industrial competitiveness. By adding its voice to this movement, AMAG underscores the critical importance of ensuring that the path to a greener future also secures the economic viability of the basic materials sector across the continent. Helmut Kaufmann, CEO of AMAG, said, “Signing the Antwerp Declaration is an important signal from AMAG and the entire energy-intensive industrial sector in Europe. We face enormous challenges on the path to climate neutrality, and it is essential that we, as an industry, receive the support...
On Monday, August 26, the Aluminium Stewardship Initiative announced that it successfully certified Cameroon’s primary aluminium producer, Alucam, against the Performance Standard V3 (2022) certification. Alucam has reportedly bagged the certification for primary aluminium smelting, including the production of green anodes at their paste plant, anode baking and rodding, casting aluminium ingots and slabs, rolling of slabs, and coating of coils at the plant in Edea, Cameroon. ASI has also recognised the company for managing industrial waste at the landfill in Sikoum and handling coke, pitch, and alumina at the seaport and logistics site in Douala, Cameroon. The main activities of the facilities include aluminium smelting, aluminium casting, rolling, and coating of aluminium coils, with an...
Ma'aden Aluminium, Saudi Arabia's premier mining company, was successfully re-certified with the ASI Chain of Custody Standard V2 for its bauxite mining at the Al-Baitha Mine and its operations at Ras al-Khair industrial city, which encompasses alumina refining, smelting, and the production of ingots, billets, and slabs. The certification also extends to aluminium remelting and flat-rolled product manufacturing. Notably, all recertification conducted after June 1, 2023, must adhere to the updated 2022 ASI Chain of Custody Standard, which Ma’aden Aluminium has successfully transitioned to. The ASI Performance Standard V3 and Chain of Custody Standard V2, introduced in May 2022, elevate the expectations for responsible practices in the aluminium industry. The ASI Performance Standard V3...
The Australian Government has convened a panel of industry experts to guide the nation's metals sector towards a more sustainable future. The newly established Green Metals Advisory Panel comprises leaders from across the metals, finance, research, and decarbonisation industries. Key members of the panel include Mark Cain, CEO of the Australian Steel Institute; Paul Howes, National Managing Partner at KPMG; Marghanita Johnson, CEO of the Australian Aluminium Council; and Rebecca Tomkinson, CEO of the Chamber of Minerals and Energy of Western Australia. The panel also features Jenny Selway, CEO of the Heavy Industry Low-Carbon Transition Cooperative Research Centre; Paul Farrow, National Secretary of the Australian Workers Union; and Steve Murphy, National Secretary of the Australian...
Vedanta Aluminium, India's largest aluminium producer, has again bagged recognition for its energy-efficient practices at Lanjigarh alumina refinery. This time, the company received several awards at the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) National Energy Efficiency Circle Competition 2024. Vedanta has reportedly obtained the first prize in the 'Best Energy Efficient Designated Consumer (under BEE-PAT scheme)' category and acquired several acclamations in the categories of 'Best Energy Efficient Organisation (Large Sector)' and 'Best Managed Electrical System for Energy Efficiency'. These awards testify to Vedanta's commitment to responsible business operations while addressing sustainability concerns. At present, more than 29 energy efficiency projects are in progress at Vedanta's...
Baotou Aluminum (Group) Co., Ltd., a first-class large enterprise in China with ten aluminium smelting enterprises, has reportedly installed the first wind turbine of self-owned power plant, which replaced the 1200 MW new energy project in Damaoqi with renewable energy. This action is in line with Baotou Aluminum’s dual carbon goals, aimed at accelerating the company’s transformation to a clean energy power supply for smelting. Baotou Aluminum’s coal-fired power plant with renewable energy project is located in Damao Qi, Baotou City, in Inner Mongolia, China. The project has a renewable energy generation capacity of 1,200 MW, encompassing 1000 MW wind power, 200 MW photovoltaic, two 220kV booster stations, delivery lines and Baotou demonstration project 900,000 kW lines. The project is...
Link Powder Coating has advanced its sustainability efforts by selecting Capral's LocAl® Green lower-carbon aluminium. This strategic choice demonstrates their dedication to environmental responsibility. Capral's LocAl® Green aluminium is produced as primary aluminium using alternative energy sources, which results in a significantly reduced embodied carbon footprint. "At eight kilograms of carbon emissions per kilogram of aluminium, the LocAl Green offer has significantly lower carbon emissions than the current global average for primary aluminium. It gives Australian manufacturers an important opportunity to make more responsible procurement decisions when they source extruded aluminium," said Luke Hawkins, Divisional GM Industrial and Supply Chain. Link Powder Coating’s sustainable...
Novelis Inc., a global leader in sustainable aluminium solutions and the foremost authority in aluminium rolling and recycling, is pleased to announce the successful fulfilment of its Green Bond financial commitments. This milestone highlights Novelis' unwavering commitment to sustainability, supported by substantial investments in environmentally-friendly projects. In its third Green Bond Report, Novelis outlines how these investments are fostering innovation and driving progress toward the company's objectives of reducing carbon emissions, energy consumption, water usage, and landfill waste. The projects featured in the Novelis Green Bond Report showcase the company's dedication to fostering innovation, advancing a circular economy for aluminium, and contributing to a more sustainable...
Aluminium, known for its lightweight, durability, and infinite recyclability, plays a crucial role in developing more efficient and sustainable vehicles. It is extensively used in both structural and propulsion components. With the introduction of the Green Mobility and Innovation (Mover) program, its significance in the Brazilian automotive industry is set to grow even further. Promoting increased use of aluminium in Brazil This initiative will promote increased use of aluminium and unlock new opportunities within the sector. Sanctioned in June 2024 by President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, the Mover program is designed to accelerate the decarbonisation of Brazil's automotive sector. It emphasises the development and production of electric and hybrid vehicles featuring aluminium and...
Aluminium Stewardship Initiative (ASI) on August 16 announced the certification of Triangle's – Cycling Equipments, S.A against the ASI Performance Standard V3 (2022). The company, known for manufacturing aluminium frames for electric bicycles, utilises various aluminium components, including tubes, forgings, and castings. Their Agueda facility features an array of processes, such as welding, cutting, heat treatment, 3D laser cutting, ink machining, grinding, polishing, finishing, painting, hydroforming, bending, and strength testing. Additionally, the facility houses seven warehouses. The independent, third-party audit of Triangle's – Cycling Equipments, S.A. was carried out by DNV Business Assurance Services UK Ltd. The ASI Certification program, created through a thorough...
AS METAL COM SRL, a recycling centre in Bucharest, Romania, has reportedly obtained the ASI Performance Standard V3 (2022) certification for the recycling of aluminium scrap. The scrap is used in the manufacture and supply of secondary aluminium alloys cast in ingots and hemispheres for the automotive, household appliance, and steel industries in Bucharest, Romania. The facility recycles aluminium and produces about 17,000 tonnes per year of secondary aluminium alloy cast in the form of ingots and hemisphere, which are then used as raw materials for the automotive, steel, construction and consumer goods sectors. The ASI Performance Standard V3 (2022) certification was launched in May 2022, comprising 11 principles and 62 criteria under three sustainability pillars – Environment, Social,...
The Queensland Government and Rio Tinto have partnered to promote renewable energy development in a significant move to protect heavy industry manufacturing around Gladstone. This agreement marks a critical step toward ensuring the long-term viability of Boyne Smelters Limited (BSL), Australia's second-largest aluminium smelter while protecting thousands of jobs in central Queensland. The partnership aligns with Queensland's ambitious vision to transform Gladstone into a renewable energy hub, bolstering the state's electricity grid as Australia advances toward a cleaner energy future. By joining forces, Rio Tinto and the Queensland Government are reinforcing their commitment to a sustainable aluminium industry, a goal that complements the Australian Government's Future Made in Australia...
The sole primary aluminium producer in Argentina and one of the largest in South America, Aluar Aluminio Argentino has commenced construction on a significant 336MW expansion of its renewable energy park in Puerto Madryn, located in Chubut province, as reported by BNamericas. The project, valued at US$400 million, is set to include 56 Goldwind turbines, boosting the park's overall capacity to 582MW. This ambitious expansion is part of Aluar's ongoing commitment to sustainability and reducing the carbon footprint of its aluminium production. As part of Aluar's commitment to sustainability and reducing the carbon footprint of aluminium production, the company continues to replace fossil energy with clean energy. The additional energy generated by the expansion, known as Stage V, will be...
Aluminium Stewardship Initiative (ASI) announced that Alcoa was recently recertified with the ASI Performance Standard V3. The recertification was provided for Alcoa’s Aluminerie de Bécancour Inc. and Aluminerie de Deschambault facilities in Canada, encompassing Aluminium Smelting, Casthouse, and associated administrative operations. Since June 1, 2023, all recertifications must adhere to the updated 2022 Standards. With this recertification, Alcoa has effectively transitioned to the 2022 ASI Performance Standard. Launched in May 2022, the ASI Performance Standard V3 and Chain of Custody Standard V2 establish a higher benchmark for responsible production, sourcing, and stewardship within the aluminium value chain. The ASI Performance Standard V3 outlines 11 principles and 62 criteria...
AMAG Austria Metall AG, known for its commitment to sustainability, has expanded its AMAG AL4 ® ever product line to include primary aluminium products. Renowned for its low CO 2 emissions and high quality, the AMAG AL4 ® ever portfolio now covers the entire aluminium value chain, from rolled and cast products to primary aluminium. Low carbon production in Canada The Alouette smelter in Canada, a key supplier for AMAG AL4 ® ever, uses 100 per cent renewable electricity sourced from hydropower, ensuring minimal energy-related CO 2 emissions. This contrasts with smelters powered by coal or gas, which have significantly higher CO 2 outputs. The Alouette smelter's high efficiency and continuous optimisation further reduce emissions, maintaining them at low levels. Significant emissions...
On July 24th, Yunnan Aluminum signed upstream and downstream cooperation agreements for four industrial chains in Kunming. This development significantly accelerated the company's efforts to strengthen its industrial chain. About the agreement Yunnan Aluminum and its subsidiaries signed cooperation agreements with Sichuan Furong Technology Co., Ltd., Shanghai Huafeng Aluminum Co., Ltd., and Yunnan Jiantao New Materials Co., Ltd. The agreements, facilitated by the green energy and industrial chain extension platform established by the Yunnan Energy Bureau, include projects such as a 3C electronic high-end green aluminium alloy initiative, a green aluminium heat transmission material project for new energy vehicles, and a green low-carbon aluminium-based material industry project. The...
Marubeni has finalised the sale of Rio Tinto's low-carbon aluminium billets to Fuji Light Metal and FUJISASH Co., Ltd. (collectively known as the "Fujisash Group") as part of a strategic collaboration with the global mining group Rio Tinto. This marks the first sale of RenewAl™ low-carbon aluminium billets in Asia, enhancing environmental values and contributing to sustainable supply chains. Marubeni is committed to contributing to a sustainable future by supplying responsible aluminium to diverse clients and supporting the decarbonisation of the entire supply chain. The Fujisash Group is dedicated to reducing carbon emissions throughout its supply chain and manufacturing processes. About the collaboration This collaboration builds on Marubeni's strong, long-standing business relationship...
