Aluminium Stewardship Initiative (ASI) announced that Saint Jean Industries S.A.S has been certified against the ASI Performance Standard V3.1 (2023). The facility produces aluminium automotive chassis components, using melting, foundry, forging, machining and assembly processes, with annual...
Bharat Aluminium Company Limited (BALCO), a subsidiary of Vedanta Aluminium Metal Limited, has issued a public advisory urging citizens, employees, business partners and other stakeholders to remain alert to cyber fraud involving the unauthorised use of the company's identity. The company warned...
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On behalf of Canada’s primary aluminium industry, the Aluminium Association of Canada (AAC) is pleased to submit the following comments regarding the ongoing review of the United States–Mexico– Canada Agreement (USMCA). Since its entry into force, USMCA has proven to be a cornerstone of North...
In conversation with Göksal Güngör, the newly elected Chair of the Roller Group at the European Aluminium Foil Association (EAFA), wherein the industry veteran outlines a clear roadmap for the Association’s next phase. Güngör, who also serves as General Manager of Assan Alüminyum , emphasises...
On Thursday, 13th November 202,5 at the ALFED Business Briefing, the Aluminium Federation (ALFED) and the Chartered Institute of Export & International Trade (CIOE&IT) announced a new joint whitepaper designed to help aluminium businesses navigate the complexities of international trade, from...
The government is facing fresh pressure to rethink its tariff policy on aluminium, with the Aluminium Secondary Manufacturers Association (ASMA) warning that the current import duty on primary metal is crippling large parts of the downstream industry. Image source: https://ocdn.eu/ Explore- Most...
Different images pop into the listeners’ heads as the word aluminium is uttered. Some would think about aluminium wires, some about doors and windows. Some would even instantly visualise an appetising dish being cooked in an aluminium utensil. It is only a notion that proves the mass around the...
European Aluminium Foil Association's (EAFA) Roller Group, at this year's EAFA Autumn Conference held in Paris, have announced the election of new leadership. EAFA mainly focuses on trade associations, representing the companies that are highly engaged in rewinding and rolling of aluminium foil and...
The Aluminium Association of India (AAI) is urging the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) and the Ministry of Finance to take swift action to prevent a looming aluminium shortage in the country, reminiscent of the issues seen with critical and rare minerals. AAI’s...
Aditya A. Shriram, Deputy Managing Director, DCM Shriram Ltd., has been elected as the new President of Alkali Manufacturers Association of India (AMAI), the august body of INR 360,000 million (USD 4.1 million)Alkali and Chloro-Vinyl industry in the country. Prashant J. Mahale, Sr. Executive Vice...
In recognition of his outstanding leadership and dedication, Jean Simard, the President and CEO of the Aluminium Association of Canada, has been awarded the prestigious King Charles III Coronation Medal. As of October 2025, Jean Simard, President and CEO of the Aluminium Association of Canada, is...
The AluQuébec Board of Directors is pleased to announce the appointment of Charlotte Laramée as President and CEO of AluQuébec. With more than 13 years of experience in business development, management, and strategic leadership, particularly in the manufacturing and aerospace sectors, Charlotte...
During the ACG Summer Conference held in late June 2025 at Ljubljana, Arturo Martorelli, Chief Commercial Officer at Gaula Closures, was unanimously appointed as the new Chair of the Aluminium Closures Group (ACG). He takes over the leadership from Franco Bove, who has held the position since the...
The Aluminum Anodizers Council (AAC) and the Aluminum Extruders Council (AEC) are joining forces to bring aluminium anodising and aluminium extrusion industry business and technical information to their members and industry professionals. The AAC 34th Annual International Aluminum Anodizing...
The Aluminium Federation (ALFED) has announced a strategic partnership with the Chartered Institute of Export & International Trade, aimed at bolstering the UK aluminium sector’s international trade and technical capabilities. Unveiled during ALFED’s House of Lords lunch last week, the partnership...
Daniyar Amangeldiev, First Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers of Kyrgyzstan, met with Irina Kazovskaya, Chairwoman of the Russian Aluminium Association, to explore avenues for cooperation during the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum, according to Trend, citing the Kyrgyz Cabinet....
Aluminum Association President & CEO Charles Johnson issued the following statement in response the Trump administration’s decision to increase Section 232 aluminium tariffs from 25 per cent to 50 per cent: “Re-establishing a more level playing field for domestic producers is critical but a Section...
Following the publication of the UK Government’s draft legislation for a Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM), the Aluminium Federation (ALFED) has formally requested confirmation on whether an aluminium-specific impact assessment has been carried out under the UK CBAM policy framework. As of...
Can Manufacturers Institute (CMI) has announced the promotion of Tim Ebner to vice president of communications and marketing, effective immediately. Ebner has been recognised as a strong communicator and leader on behalf of the association’s trade, recycling, and sustainability efforts. Upon his...
Paul Warton, Executive Vice President of Hydro Extrusions, has been appointed as the new chairperson of European Aluminium, succeeding Philipp Schlüter of Trimet Aluminium. Paul Warton previously served as Treasurer on the Executive Committee of European Aluminium. Founded in 1981 and headquartered...
