Global aluminium extrusion demand is entering a phase with consumption projected to rise from 35.25 million tonnes in 2025 to 35.93 million tonnes in 2026 and 44.22 million tonnes by 2035, representing a 2.29 per cent CAGR. While building and construction will remain the largest end-use sector and...
ALENZ is calling for provisional trade protection as rising low-cost aluminium extrusion imports put pressure on domestic producers during an ongoing safeguard investigation. New Zealand's aluminium extrusion industry is urging the government to introduce temporary trade protection as imports surge...
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Charbel Saliba, with a background in economics, ventured into entrepreneurial endeavours shortly after completing his university studies. He successfully built and sold several businesses independently before his career took a significant turn. This pivotal moment came when his father-in-law...
LB Aluminium Bhd reported a significant increase in its net profit for the fourth quarter ended April 30, 2024 (4QFY2024). The company's net profit rose by 62.67 per cent, reaching RM9.43 million, compared to RM5.8 million in the same period last year. Higher contributions from both the aluminium...
Aluminium Stewardship Initiative has successfully acknowledged HMT Höfer Metall Technik GmbH & Co. KG (HMT) with Performance Standard V3 (2022) Certification for responsibly producing low-carbon emission aluminium profiles. Part of the Höfer group, HMT is a Germany-based, high-tech aluminium...
Swisstek Aluminium Limited, one of the leading commercial and industrial aluminium extrusion profile manufacturers in Sri Lanka, has received due honour for its outstanding managerial and leadership excellence at the “Companies with Great Managers 2023”. A report stated that five employees of...
Capral, Australia’s largest extruder and distributor of industry-leading aluminium products, has reportedly announced the purchase of Apple Aluminium, a Brisbane-based aluminium extrusion, sheet, and plate supplier. Capral said in a statement that although the acquisition is relatively small, it...
The use of aluminium in bike frames can be traced back to the late 19th century. Since then, it has been one of the most relied-on and widely used materials for bike frames. Notable companies like Brompton, Hero Lectro, Orange Bikes, etc, have incorporated aluminium in their bicycle frames. When...
It is no secret that aluminium is now a popular choice of metal in architectural, automotive, electronics, aerospace, energy, and other industries. But do you know which form of aluminium is used in these industrial sectors? Yes, aluminium extrusions, which are created by extruding aluminium...
We are thrilled to announce the launch of AL Circle's newest e-Magazine edition, " Aluminium Extrusions: Shaping the Future ." This publication dives deep into the innovative world of aluminium extrusions, exploring how this versatile material is revolutionising industries and shaping the future of...
As technology advances rapidly, industries globally, including the aluminium industry, are undergoing significant transformations. Artificial Intelligence (AI) is an emerging technology and a game-changer for numerous sectors, including aluminium and the deep-down aluminium extrusion segment. AI's...
MAAN Aluminium Limited, a leading aluminium extrusion brand, released its quarterly financial results ended March 31, 2024, reporting a year-on-year 9.69 per cent decline in net sales from INR 262.87 crore to INR 237.40 per tonne. However, on a quarter-on-quarter calculation, MAAN Aluminium’s net...
Norsk Hydro, a Norwegian aluminium and renewable energy company, emphasises the importance of transparency regarding the environmental impact of the materials and products it offers to its customers and partners. To support this commitment, Hydro has released environmental data for 22 manufacturing...
Charbel Saliba, with a background in economics, ventured into entrepreneurial endeavours shortly after completing his university studies. He successfully built and sold several businesses independently before his career took a significant turn. This pivotal moment came when his father-in-law...
RHB Retail Research has indicated that LB Aluminium Bhd, headquartered in Malaysia, has grown to be one of Asia's largest aluminium extrusion manufacturers and is on track for an upward trajectory after rebounding from its support level. The stock is on track for an upward trajectory after...
Jason Weber is the Vice President of Operations and Government Affairs for the Aluminium Extruders Council (AEC). Previously, Jason was the Vice President of Sales and Marketing for Taber Extrusions LLC and held various positions with Alumax, Alcoa, Sapa, and Hydro. Jason holds a Bachelor of...
There is a universal truth in business and life, "To stand still is to fall behind." This rings especially true for Beymetal Alüminyum, a dynamic player in the aluminium extrusion industry based in Türkiye. Recently, the company encountered limitations with an outdated gas nitriding furnace and saw...
In a move towards zero emissions, Hydro Extrusion in Sweden has commenced on-site renewable energy production. The ultimate goal is fully transitioning to 100 per cent locally produced renewable energy for operating Hydro's extrusion plants in Vetlanda and Finspång. The main aim is to extrude...
Kobe Steel, Ltd. has disclosed its decision to incorporate green aluminium materials into aluminium extrusion and suspension products supplied to Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. Initially, commencing in fiscal 2024, the green metal will be used for Nissan's mass-produced vehicles meant for the Japanese and...
Aluminium Stewardship Initiative has reportedly recognised INNOVATION New Material Technology Co., Ltd. for its sustainable production process across its value chain by presenting the Performance Standard V3 (2022) Certification. The company has received certification for its Suzhou Chuangtai Alloy...
