European aluminium foil deliveries showed a clear improvement in the second quarter of 2026, following a subdued first quarter. EAFA member companies delivered around 238,000 tonnes between April and June, up 0.6 per cent year on year and 5.8 per cent higher than the 225,000 tonnes delivered in Q1....
US-headquartered global manufacturer of advanced electronic components, KYOCERA AVX has launched two new aluminium electrolytic capacitor series, viz., AEVA and AEVB, designed for high-vibration and high-temperature resistance in industrial applications such as robotics, motor controls,...
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Aluminium Stewardship Initiative has certified multiple Amcor flexible packaging facilities against ASI Performance Standard. Amcor achieved ASI Performance Standard – Material Stewardship Certifications for its two facilities in France and one in Germany – that produce flexible packaging. Amcor...
When there are multiple reports in the market on aluminium and its various applications, why do you need another report on aluminium foil and its end uses? Due to its versatility and multiple uses, aluminium foil turns out to become one of the most consumed aluminium products across the world along...
United Company Rusal has reportedly announced its third-quarter result, which reveals only a small quarterly rise in aluminium sales, pressured by a weak metal market. Compared to the second quarter 2019, Rusal’s aluminium sales in the third quarter ended on September 30 increased by 0.8 per cent...
AlCircle has launched a new Sector Focus Report – "Aluminium Foil and its End uses: Current Trends and Forecast” into its 2019 Report portfolio. AlCircle has been into the business of information for pretty long and has already become the reference point for the aluminium industry as far as news,...
Hydro has invested Euro 30 million in two modern production lines. The new production lines will increase quality and stability for aluminium foil products in the coming months, as product volumes from older production lines due for closure is shifted to new and modern lines. Sales director Stefan...
The European Aluminium Foil Association (EAFA) today announced the Alufoil Trophy 2020 judging panel, made up of experts from all parts of the aluminium foil and closure sector, will be led by Veith Behrmann, Group Packaging Manager at Nestlé Nespresso in Switzerland. He will act as the external...
The latest customs data shows China’s exports of aluminium foil extended declines in August by about 13.32 per cent month-on-month and 9.85 per cent year-on-year to come in at 98,100 tonnes. Poor overseas orders could be primarily attributed to the lower exports last month. In July, China’s...
According a recent report, Hindalco managing director Mr. Satish Pai said in an interview that he believed the ongoing year (2019) to be a tough year for metals and commodities, with the US and China showing no sign of easing trade tensions. He pointed out the US-China trade wars which were...
The week has seen a few major happenings in the downstream aluminium industry. The industry has witnessed acquisitions and plant shutdown by some of the top players in the downstream industry. Let’s explore the top stories covering the downstream products vertical for the week that went by: Hydro...
After receiving the ASI Performance Standard Certification last month, Jiangsu Zhongji Lamination Materials Co., Ltd achieved Certification to the Aluminium Stewardship Initiative’s Chain of Custody for its aluminium foil production facility in Jiangyin City, China. The certification covers...
Hydro has decided to initiate a comprehensive restructuring program in its rolling business in a bid to reduce costs and improve profitability. This will lead to redundancy of up to 735 full time equivalents (FTEs). The restructuring, expected to cost around €160 million, includes the planned...
European Aluminium Foil Association (EAFA) has announced the launch of Alufoil Trophy 2020 inviting entries for a competition that highlights best practice, and promotes R&D and application innovation in aluminium foil. Entries for latest products, applications and ideas from the European aluminium...
European aluminium foil production has registered a modest increase of close to 1% in H1 2019 compared to the same period of 2018, according to the figures released by the European Aluminium Foil Association (EAFA). While European demand was slow, exports remained strong. Overseas sales have...
U.S. Court of International Trade has affirmed virtually all of the U.S. Department of Commerce’s final antidumping determination on certain aluminium foil imported from China. The Aluminum Association has welcomed the court’s decision in a statement. Aluminum Association Vice President for Policy...
Xiamen Xiashun has achieved Aluminium Stewardship Initiative certification against ASI Chain of Custody Standard for its Haicang Foil Plant, Head Office, Huli Plant, and Sheet Plant in Xiamen, China. The certification includes Aluminium Re-melting / Refining, Casting and Semi-fabrication...
According to a recent report, Leicester City Council has teamed up with Alupro, the aluminium packaging recycling organisation, to help residents recycle more of their aluminium foil trays and wrapping foil. Alupro runs the “Foil in Love with Recycling” campaign, funded by the European Aluminium...
According to a report, the global aluminium foils market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 5.5 percent until 2020 to reach 6.4 MMT during the forecasted period, primarily driven by the increasing demand for beverage cans, the major end-user of aluminium foil. The demand for aluminium foils is going...
According to the latest report from Aluminum Association, “Index of Net New Orders of Aluminum Mill Products” in the U.S. declined consecutively in June and July. The Association’s “Index of Net New Orders of Aluminum Mill Products” for June 2019 declined 6.4 per cent from May 2019. In July, the...
