Hungary will raise the maximum fine for serious environmental violations by large manufacturers to 5 billion forints (USD 16 million) under new measures to strengthen environmental oversight across industries, including EV battery manufacturing, recycling, and decommissioning. The changes come as...
Germany and Italy have long been closely linked in Europe’s aluminium extrusion trade. Italy remains a significant source of extruded aluminium for the German market, but the flow has changed considerably over the past few years. The latest numbers raise an interesting question: is Germany simply...
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HAIMK, a subsidiary of LS Materials, has commenced the construction of an aluminium parts plant dedicated to electric vehicles in Gumi, North Gyeongsang Province. As per LS Materials, the facility is set to initiate mass production of battery cases by the first quarter of next year, boasting an...
In the bustling landscape of electric motorcycles, Peugeot Motocycles emerges with the SPx concept, heralding a new era of sustainable urban commuting. Crafted with ingenuity and inspired by heritage, the SPx showcases the marriage of modern design and eco-conscious materials, with aluminium at its...
Dr. Emrah Fahri Ozdogru is Co-owner and General Manager of TRI METALURJI. He is a metallurgist with a PhD degree. He has 25 years of experience in the aluminium industry as a researcher, engineer, and manager at casthouses, extrusion factories, and rolling companies. He established TRI Metalurji...
Norway is poised to achieve a historic milestone as the number of battery electric vehicles (BEVs) on its roads is projected to surpass petrol cars by the end of 2024 or early 2025, marking a significant achievement for any nation, as per Reuters analysts. Generous incentives, partly fuelled by...
Peter De Bruyne, Global Business Director, Non-Ferrous at Quaker Houghton, has a wealth of knowledge and expertise from his career spanning three decades in the aluminium industry. Having started as a laboratory manager in a rolling mill, he applied this hands-on experience as a technical support...
On Monday, April 8th, base metal prices on the London Metal Exchange (LME) followed an upward trajectory, buoyed by optimistic macroeconomic news from the US that exceeded expectations on the preceding Friday. Simultaneously, LME warehouse inventories saw decreases. Three-month futures for...
The European Commission has released a revised report on state-led distortions within the Chinese economy, expanding its scope to include additional sectors. This move may allow EU chip and clean-tech producers to file anti-dumping complaints. Published on March 10, 2024, the updated report is 712...
The Red Sea ship assaults by militants have sparked concerns over potential trade disruptions, leading numerous prominent global shipping companies to redirect their vessels via the Cape of Good Hope. The European automotive sector is already feeling the effects of this crisis as it relies heavily...
Elon Musk, Tesla's phenomenal chief, is set to embark on a significant journey to India. During the week of April 22, he will engage in crucial discussions with Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi. Sources privy to the matter indicate that Musk's visit is poised to unveil plans for Tesla's...
Ather Energy breaks new ground in the electric scooter market with the launch of its highly anticipated Ather Rizta. With a keen focus on innovation, the scooter boasts a lightweight aluminium frame, marking a significant step towards sustainable mobility. Ather Energy proudly introduces the Ather...
Sandvik has inked a deal to acquire Almü Präzisions-Werkzeug GmbH (Almü), a renowned cutting tool and solution provider for aluminium machining in Germany. This acquisition highlights Sandvik's commitment to catering to the increasing demand for lightweight aluminium components, particularly in the...
Porsche and Alumobility are at the forefront of a constructive initiative poised to redefine automotive engineering. Their collaborative effort aims to revolutionise vehicle design by replacing traditional steel-intensive structures with lightweight aluminium alternatives. This strategic shift not...
Ulf Nahrath assumed his position at Shell UK in 2022, spearheading the company's dynamic energy transition initiative. His responsibilities encompass integrating low-carbon assets into the energy landscape, including wind and solar power generation, hydrogen technology, and carbon capture and...
As President and CEO of the Aluminium Association of Canada since 2009, Jean Simard is the industry’s official representative and spokesperson with governments, business associations and the media, as well as with international organisations linked to the industry. He holds a degree in Civil Law...
In the pursuit of innovation, BMW Group's Additive Manufacturing Campus in Oberschleißheim, Germany, spearheads a transformative journey utilising Wire Arc Additive Manufacturing (WAAM) technology. This superlative approach employs Directed Energy Deposition (DED), leveraging aluminium to craft...
On Wednesday, April 3, Lotte Aluminium Co., Korea’s biggest comprehensive packaging material company under Lotte Group, announced that it would split into two entities – Lotte Infracell and Lotte Packaging Solutions. The company believes that this move will enable them to focus on respective areas...
Nemak S.A.B de C.V, popularly known as Nemak, specialised in developing and manufacturing aluminium components for e-mobility, structure and chassis, has reportedly received Aluminium Stewardship Initiative’s Performance Standard V3 (2022) Certification for its three global production facilities in...
Japan is one of those countries exhibiting a buoyant aluminium market for the fiscal year 2024, driven by potential demand due to the revival in the semiconductor and automobile sectors. According to the estimated data shared by the Aluminum Research Committee, Japan’s demand for aluminium products...
