Germany’s aluminium scrap exports rebound 4.58% in H1 2026: Which countries are buying the most?
Germany’s aluminium scrap trade showed signs of recovery in the first half of 2026, with exports to the world reaching 616,000 tonnes, up 4.58 per cent from 589,000 tonnes in H1 2025. The increase was even more pronounced against the second half of 2025, with H1 2026 shipments rising 7.50 per cent...
Canada’s H1’26 aluminium exports dip 12.57% amid US tariffs: What does H2 hold?
The first half (H1) of 2026 witnessed Canada’s exports of unwrought aluminium taking a deep plunge. The country supplied a total of 1.33 million tonnes of aluminium products to the world including unwrought aluminium, bars, rods and profiles, aluminium foil, pipes and tubes, plates, sheets and...
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Aluminum Association, Aluminium Association of Canada and European Aluminium release joint letter
<p>The Aluminum Association has released a joint letter along with the Aluminium Association of Canada and European Aluminium prior to the upcoming G-20 summit requesting the formation of a Global Forum to address global aluminium overcapacity. At the upcoming G-20 Hamburg Summit in Germany, global...
Chassix to open aluminium chassis casting facility in Europe
<p>Chassix, a global automotive supplier of precision casting and machining solutions, said that the company proposes to start a greenfield plant in Ostrava, Czech Republic, for casting aluminium chassis and powertrain components for passenger cars.</p> <p><img style="vertical-align: middle;...
Aluminium Developments Group acquires Corby based Aluminium Shapes
<p>Aluminium Developments Group, an aluminium extrusion and component manufacturer, has acquired Aluminium Shapes from private equity firm Pemberton Capital. Aluminium Developments Group chief executive Joe Martoccia and Anglo European Group have taken a significant equity stake in the...
Strong performance in H2 2016 boosts European aluminium foil deliveries
<p>As confirmed by a press release from European Aluminium Foil Association (EAFA), strong performance from European aluminium foil rollers in H2 2016 has lifted deliveries above pre-economic crisis levels for the first time in 10 years. Domestic deliveries recorded 1.5% increase from 2015 and...
Bosnia's Alumina to produce 290,000 tonnes of alumina in 2017
<p>Dr. Radislav Filipovic, Alumina’s director of business marketing and production in most of Zvornik collective, has announced in a statement on Tuesday February 14 that the company is planning to produce 290,000 tons of alumina in 2017.</p> <p><img style="vertical-align: middle; display:...
Aluminium clad contemporary terrace home fascinates viewers in Dublin
<p>An aluminium clad contemporary end of terrace home in North Dublin wowed the judges in the RTE's Home of the Year programme. The programme allowed viewers to peek inside three of Ireland's most beautifully designed homes.</p> <p><img style="vertical-align: middle; display: block; margin-left:...
Build your own “Earthship” using recyclable aluminium cans
<p>The Earthships are gaining popularity all around the world mostly in the United States. The Earthship movement refers to off-the-grid homes built from aluminium cans and other recycled materials and features solar panels, wind power and gray water systems.</p> <p><img style="vertical-align:...
Data shows declining bauxite export trend in Greece as AOG readies for new ventures
<p>Greece, the only Balkan country in the European Union, is the largest producer of bauxite and many other industrial minerals in the Union. Bauxite export constitutes one of the major revenue generating trades of the economy. Aluminium of Greece which is the main aluminium producing company in...
European aluminium foil manufacturer acquires South Korean distributor
<p>i2r Packaging Solutions, a leading European manufacturer of aluminium foil containers, has announced that the company has acquired its former South Korean distributor. However, the company has not provided any details on acquisition cost.</p> <p><img style="vertical-align: middle;"...
Germany’s aluminium import up YOY driven by stronger automotive demand
<p>Europe’s major aluminium market is Germany, which is home to the world’s largest automakers. Germany accounts for about 25% of total aluminium consumption in Europe and the country ranks first in the world with per capita aluminium consumption of 42.1 kg.</p>...
Turkey's aluminium-bodied 'National Train' to go 'on tracks' in 2019
<p>Turkey has upped the momentum of its 'National Train' programme. The first fleet of its 21 five-car, electric multiple units, all aluminium-bodied trains are being developed locally and are scheduled to be on the tracks in 2019. It has also received a green signal from the national passenger...
Yara to acquire power grid operator and quay facility at Herøya
<p>Hydro has entered into an agreement with Yara regarding the sale of Herøya Nett AS and the quay facility at Herøya Industrial park. The transfer, including around 30 employees, will likely occur in June 2017.</p> <p><img style="vertical-align: middle; display: block; margin-left:...
BAGR Berliner Aluminiumwerk GmbH acquires 50% share in Stockach Aluminium GmbH
<p>Effective from January 1 2017, BAGR Berliner Aluminiumwerk GmbH acquired 50% of the shares of Stockach Aluminium GmbH from SSVP III, a Private Equity Fund that is advised by Orlando Management AG.</p> <p><img style="vertical-align: middle; display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"...
Norway's non-alloyed aluminium ingot export is estimated to be valued at US$226.8 mln in 2017
<p>The Norwegian economy is regaining confidence after the Trends Indicator showed consistent rise over the last few quarters. The economy was hit badly after oil industry downturn affected Southern and Western Norway in 2015. Since 2016 begining, the situation has been improving. The country with...
Mercedes-Benz E-Class Cabriolet unveils with aluminium hybrid design
<p>German luxury automaker Mercedes-Benz has unveiled its new 2018 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Cabriolet prior to Geneva Motor Show 2017. The car is the fifth version of the Mercedes-Benz E-Class family.</p> <p><img style="vertical-align: middle; display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right:...
Press Metal to expand its downstream aluminium portfolio
<p>Malaysian-based aluminium company Press Metal Bhd is proposing to invest worth RM100mil for the production of new aluminium products in 2017. The company is planning to manufacture higher margins aluminium products like billets and to expand export facility in the European market.</p> <p><img...
Russia intends to form an OPEC for the aluminium industry
<p>According to TASS news agency, Russian Industry and Trade Minister Denis Manturov said yesterday 27 February, that Russia is planning to form an OPEC kind of network for the global aluminium industry.</p> <p><img style="vertical-align: middle; display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right:...
Italian yard launches Endeavour II made from all-aluminium
<p>Italian yard Rossinavi has unveiled its new superyacht Endeavour II made from all-aluminium. The superyacht comes with a 49.9-metre and it is knowns as project FR032. The Endeavour II is designed by Team 4 Design, the luxury yacht designer.</p> <p><img style="vertical-align: middle; display:...
