The US aluminium industry’s dependence on Canada extends far beyond primary aluminium imports. While Canada supplies around 75 per cent of US imported primary aluminium, covering roughly 60 per cent of the country’s annual aluminium usage, it is also a major supplier of crude oil, natural gas and...
Voya Energy has unveiled an aluminium-based power system that converts low-grade aluminium scrap into electricity through a low-temperature electrochemical process, offering a potential new route for aluminium recycling, energy storage and off-grid power generation. The Hayward, California-based...
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CitiUS delivers end-to-end aluminium foundry and heat treatment solutions, from custom furnace design to supply, construction and in-house commissioning. With decades of expertise, the firm has combined high-efficiency, low-energy systems with European-quality components, serving diverse industries...
The aluminium industry sits at a stark juncture where demand tied to the energy transition is set to surge. But is it a viable choice, bearing the short-term and long-term impact? Industry projections point to roughly an 80 per cent rise in aluminium demand by 2050, while the sector itself remains...
Hydro Energy Invest AS has entered a transaction to exchange its minority stake in Lithium de France for a minority shareholding in Arverne Group. Arverne Group , listed on Euronext Paris, is a French provider of geothermal solutions and the largest shareholder in Lithium de France. Hydro acquired...
Europe’s largest industrial players, Siemens and TotalEnergies, have prompted European leaders to eliminate one of the most high-profile corporate sustainability laws. The reason behind this is that it adds additional regulatory burdens, which affect the company’s competitive edge. According to a...
Constantia Flexibles and Watttron have developed a high-end sealing solution that allows polypropylene (PP) and aluminium lids to be sealed on the PP cups using the same system. The innovation is built on Constantia Flexibles’ PPCover, a mono-material PP lidding solution. The primary obstacle was...
China's spot market for thermal coal is entering October on a firmer tone, as tightening supply coincides with a seasonal recovery in demand. This follows a volatile September, when a spurt of restocking by utilities drove a short-lived price rally, Mysteel noted in its latest monthly report....
Rodabell is a global leader in aluminium casting solutions, operating from Spain and Bahrain with over 140 employees. The company specialises in designing and supplying advanced systems, consumables and tools for aluminium casting, combining innovation, flexibility and end-to-end service....
Founded in the 1950s, Aydınlar Refrakter has evolved from a firebrick installation and furnace repair business into a leading Turkish refractory manufacturer operating in a modern 8,000 m² facility with a 60-ton daily capacity. Serving key sectors such as iron and steel, aluminium, cement,...
Hub Power Company Limited (HUBC), the largest independent power producer in Pakistan, is looking to set up an aluminium smelter in Karachi. This move could help absorb the country’s surplus electricity while adding industrial value. In a recent meeting, CEO Kamran Kamal and CFO Muhammad Saqib...
The Swiss government is actively backing key players as they navigate rising energy costs, focusing on boosting domestic production and promoting energy-efficient, recycled aluminium solutions. Even with challenges like skyrocketing electricity prices and fluctuating exports, Switzerland’s...
Oceania’s aluminium and alumina industries are navigating a period of transition. Refinery closures, rising power prices, and shifting global markets have reshaped output across the region. Australia remains at the centre of this activity, continuing to supply much of the world’s bauxite, alumina,...
According to customs data, China's petroleum coke imports in August 2025 totalled 1.0304 million per tonne, down 26.53 per cent m-o-m but up 24.74 per cent y-o-y. The estimated import price of petroleum coke in August was USD199.06 per tonne, down 1.79 per cent m-o-m but up 30.45 per cent YoY. From...
In today’s world, where sustainability and energy efficiency are more critical than ever, industries are finding innovative ways to meet both environmental and financial goals. A perfect example of this is Crown BevCan España. The Spanish can manufacturer has not only tackled energy consumption but...
AL Circle: European aluminium producers are facing a convergence of rising energy costs and CBAM enforcement. From your recent projects, what percentage of production cost do energy-intensive processes like smelting and refining represent? Can MetAllic's process redesign realistically tip the cost...
The global aluminium industry is at a crucial turning point as the surge in demand driven by the clean energy transition meets the urgent need to decarbonise a sector known for its high energy consumption. From new smelter projects popping up in Asia to the shifting supply-demand balance in China,...
Supplies of thermal coal in Indonesia may face a shortage during October-December, several Chinese and Indonesian traders have warned, noting that some major coal producers in Indonesia have already sold out most of their cargoes scheduled for delivery during the period. Supply would be...
A triple whammy of changes is set to see energy costs soar for the downstream manufacturing supply chain, warned the Confederation of British Metalforming (CBM) today. Representing more than 200 manufacturers of fasteners, forgings, pressings, cold-rolled and sheet metal products, the trade...
Vedanta Aluminium, India's largest aluminium producer, operates in a resource-intensive industry where efficiency, sustainability, and, most importantly, safety remain paramount. Under the leadership of Rajiv Kumar, CEO, the company has launched a comprehensive digital transformation initiative to...
