A WBCSD study says advanced sorting technology is available, but stronger demand for grade-specific secondary aluminium is needed to unlock investment. Technology for sorting mixed aluminium scrap has advanced significantly, but weak domestic markets for some recovered grades are limiting...
This week, domestic aluminium scrap prices in China remained largely stable, with some slight increases. Although primary aluminium prices rose notably, aluminium scrap struggled to catch up, and the price difference between A00 aluminium and aluminium scrap stayed high. In terms of prices, as of...
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Imported aluminium scrap prices in India increased slightly, bolstered by the rising trend in LME (London Metal Exchange) futures prices and persistent supply shortages. As reported, the three-month LME price stood at around $2,375 per tonne, marking a 2.4 per cent increase compared to the previous...
The US Census Bureau data showed that the country's domestic primary aluminium production marked a slight slowdown at the beginning of 2024. The year began by continuing the downtrend of 2023 when the US primary aluminium production amounted to 750,000 tonnes compared to 861,000 tonnes in 2022....
In a remarkable stride towards sustainability, Amazon's Climate Pledge Fund has extended support for San Francisco-based tech start-up Glacier, injecting vital funds into their innovative sorting technology. This strategic alliance not only signifies Amazon's untainted commitment to environmental...
Imported aluminium scrap prices in the Indian market have held steady at supportive levels despite a slight dip in LME (London Metal Exchange) prices. The three-month LME price hovered around $2,250 per tonne, marking a marginal decrease of $15 per tonne week-on-week. Stock levels were recorded at...
Norsk Hydro, a Norwegian aluminium and renewable energy company, is eyeing to source processed aluminium scrap for its North American extrusion plants. According to a report, Hydro has signed a multi-year agreement with Sims Alumisource for the same purpose. Hydro is the largest producer of...
According to the United States Geological Survey's findings, India's aluminium scrap imports from the US decreased over a year in 2023, accounting for 21.94 per cent of the United States total aluminium scrap exports versus 22.95 per cent last year. As per the USGS data, India imported 452,000...
As we celebrate March 18th as 'Global Recycling Day', it's time to shine a spotlight on one of the unsung heroes of the recycling world: aluminium. Amidst the global efforts to mitigate environmental degradation and combat the looming spectre of climate change, aluminium stands tall as a beacon of...
On March 14, Ball Aluminum Cups®, together with Copper Mountain Resort and the POWDR Adventure Lifestyle Corporation, announced that they successfully installed a Reverse Vending Machine (RVM) at Jack's Slopeside Grill in Copper Mountain, a famous mountain and ski resort in Colorado, to boost the...
Spot prices for Aluminium ADC12 alloy ingots (automobile equivalent grade) surged by INR 2,000 per ton to reach INR 207,000 per tonne week-on-week, excluding GST, in ex-works Delhi. This uptick was driven by a notable increase in local tense scrap prices across north and south India, where...
The imported aluminium scrap prices in the Indian market are experiencing an upward trend, which is attributed to several factors. These include the notable increase in aluminium LME (London Metal Exchange) levels, a scarcity of material both domestically and globally, and rising freight rates. The...
Aluminium, a versatile metal, holds immense importance in numerous industries and everyday applications. Its lightweight nature and impressive strength and durability make it indispensable in the aerospace, automotive, and construction sectors. Aluminium's high strength-to-weight ratio allows for...
On March 7, 2024, a monumental mural from over 30,000 bottle caps was unveiled in Glasgow. The mural, inspired by the renowned Italian artist Sandro Botticelli, was crafted using caps. The artwork, aptly named "Bottlecelli," stands at an impressive 25 feet tall and was commissioned by the...
According to the US Geological Survey, the United States’ domestic production of primary aluminium in December 2023 stood at 64,000 tonnes, reflecting an increase of 3,000 tonnes or 4.9 per cent M-o-M from 61,000 tonnes. On a year-on-year calculation, the output remained absolutely unchanged, as...
Gränges has forged a strategic, enduring partnership with Scepter, Inc., to provide scrap-based aluminium ingots to its r olling and recycling centres across the United States. Securing access to recycled and low-carbon input materials is a pivotal facilitator for Gränges in delivering circular and...
Eric Donsky is a serial deep tech entrepreneur, having founded the first industrial synthetic biology and bio-based chemical company, which was spun out of 4 national labs funded by the U.S. DoE, including PNNL. This company went public on the NYSE at a $1B+ valuation. His latest venture, Atomic13,...
On Friday, March 1, the Aluminium Stewardship Initiative announced that it successfully certified Shandong Hongqiao Scholz Circular Economy Science & Technology Co., Ltd., a subsidiary of China Hongqiao Group Co., Ltd., against Performance Standard V3 (2022) Certification. This certification is a...
"The economic and social benefits of recycled aluminum are significant," said Li Xiehua, a deputy to the 14th National People's Congress (NPC) and Deputy Party Secretary and General Manager of Chinalco Advanced Manufacturing Co., Ltd. The company is lauded for its significant contributions to the...
The spot prices for Aluminium ADC12 alloy ingot (equivalent to automobile grade) in Delhi remain steady at INR 204,000 per tonne week-on-week, excluding GST. This stability persists despite the rise in local Tense scrap prices, especially in regions like north and south India, where shortages have...
