Aluminium extrusion 2035 demand nears 44.22Mt: Industry experts decode next decade drivers
Global aluminium extrusion demand is entering a phase with consumption projected to rise from 35.25 million tonnes in 2025 to 35.93 million tonnes in 2026 and 44.22 million tonnes by 2035, representing a 2.29 per cent CAGR. While building and construction will remain the largest end-use sector and...
EU plans aluminium scrap export ban on non-OECD countries; China, India in focus
The European Union (EU) is preparing a broader restriction on aluminium scrap exports to non-Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) countries, replacing an earlier trade proposal that would have covered only part of the bloc’s scrap flows. The move could largely impact...
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Alcoa resumes San Ciprián smelter restart, facing economic loss first
Alcoa Corporation, with its joint venture partner, IGNIS Equity Holdings, SL, have recently made an announcement of commencing the restart process of the San Ciprian smelter in Spain. Previously, on April 28, 2025, Alcoa's complex in this location received a wide power outage all across Spain,...
Environmental regulator clears path for Rusal to expand dredging operations at Limerick refinery
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has granted approval for alumina refinery Rusal to proceed with a major extension of its dredging operations in the Shannon Estuary. Image source: limericklive The decision allows the Russian-owned company to carry out maintenance dredging near its marine...
For Europe, in Europe: First low-carbon aluminium smelter powers Vision 2050 goals
The European aluminium industry has set its sights on an ambitious future with Vision 2050 a bold roadmap aimed at building a carbon-neutral, circular, and energy-efficient aluminium value chain by mid-century. On paper, the plan is visionary and inspiring but in practice, however, the journey...
French Duo RTE and Nexans launch aluminium cable recycling drive
In a significant step for Europe’s energy and circular economy ambitions, French transmission system operator RTE (Réseau de Transport d'Électricité) and cable technology giant Nexans have officially initiated the first-ever industrial-scale aluminium recycling project in France for high and extra...
Für eine starke Aluminium-Kreislaufwirtschaft in Deutschland – NRW-Wirtschaftsministerin Mona Neubaur im Dialog mit der Deutschen Aluminium-Allianz
Auf Einladung der Deutschen Aluminium-Allianz kamen am Freitag, dem 11. Juli 2025, führende Vertreterinnen und Vertreter aus Politik, Industrie und Verbänden in der Landesvertretung Nordrhein-Westfalens in Berlin zusammen, um über die Zukunft der AluminiumKreislaufwirtschaft in Deutschland zu...
EU’s 2035 zero-emission car rule could put 1 million jobs at risk
The European Union’s move to eliminate carbon-emitting vehicles by 2035 is vital not just for climate goals, but also for the economic future of Europe. Image for representational purpose According to a new study by Transport & Environment (T&E), maintaining the 2035 zero-emission vehicle (ZEV)...
Alro powers ahead with 11.5M furnace upgrade – eyes efficiency & market gains
Romanian aluminium producer Alro has commissioned a state-of-the-art electric furnace for ageing aluminium alloy plates, following an investment of 11.5 million lei ($2.7 million/2.3 million euro). The newly installed electric furnace replaces three older gas-powered units, streamlining heat...
Euric pushes back on EU aluminium scrap export ban while others support it - what drives this divide?
The Brussels-based European Recycling Industries' Confederation (EuRIC) has voiced strong opposition to a proposed ban on recycled aluminium exports from the EU. On the flip side, several other European industry groups are pushing for tighter controls, citing growing concerns over aluminium scrap...
“At the beginning of 2025, we installed the first electrically heated billet heater of the EcoJet type at an extrusion plant.”- Klaus Schmitz, Vice President Sales, Thermoprocessing Plants for Aluminium and Copper, OTTO JUNKER GMBH
Klaus Schmitz is the Vice President of Sales for Thermoprocessing Plants for Aluminium and Copper at OTTO JUNKER GmbH. With deep expertise in thermal processing technologies, he plays a key role in driving innovation and sustainability within the aluminium industry. In Advanced Industrial...
g.pivaudran's low-carbon aluminium solution at Carrousel du Louvre
Aluminium stamping specialists are now exploring innovative solutions to tackle the aesthetic limitations of recycled aluminium. One such approach involves using virgin aluminium produced with carbon-free energy. At the Édition Spéciale by Luxe Pack trade show, held on July 1–2, 2025, at the...
Gardaí investigate after suspect device defused at Limerick factory
Gardaí and army bomb disposal experts are investigating after a suspect device was defused near the Aughinish Alumina factory in County Limerick. Image credit: alustory.international-aluminium.org The device, found yesterday afternoon close to an oil tank at the facility, prompted a major operation...
CANPACK on expansion mode in Poland
Canpack has officially commenced the expansion of its aluminium cans production facility in Bydgoszcz, Poland, marking the occasion with a groundbreaking ceremony attended by Canpackleadership, local government representatives, the Chargé d’Affaires a.i. of the US Embassy in Poland, along with...
Becker Aluminium-Service certified by renowned Aluminium Stewardship Initiative (ASI) against Performance Standard V3
One of Europe’s leading aluminium distributors and service providers, Becker Aluminium-Service, has been certified against the renowned Aluminium Stewardship Initiative (ASI) Performance Standard V3 (2022). Becker Aluminium-Service, part of the Becker Group and a subsidiary of Klöckner & Co, one of...
“We are extremely concerned by the sharp rise in scrap outflows driven by the fact that aluminium scrap is not subject to the same tariffs as other aluminium products, which are now subject to 50 per cent,” Kelly Roegies, Senior Communications Manager of the European Association
The AL Circle Team recently interviewed Kelly Roegies, Senior Communications Manager of the European Association, wherein she provided an overview of the current landscape of the European aluminium industry, highlighting the effects of US tariffs. In addition, she discussed the potential aluminium...
Sustainable Packaging Summit 2025
This year’s Sustainable Packaging Summit (SPS) will be taking place at Jaarbeurs Event & Exhibition Centre in Utrecht on the 10th-12th November, with an extra day of content, more networking opportunities and an exclusive block party in the exhibition hall. The event is due to host over 700...
New Danish test foundry brings high-efficiency green sand process to more aluminium applications
DISA has established a new test foundry in Denmark to help aluminium, steel, brass, bronze, and iron casting producers adopt the highly efficient green sand moulding process. Designed by DISA's foundry technology experts, the facility will conduct production trials to demonstrate that the green...
TOMRA Recycling taps industry veteran Katrin Fricke as the new Head & EVP
Germany-based TOMRA Recycling welcomed Katrin Fricke as the new Executive Vice President (EVP) and Head, ushering in a new era of growth and a fresh chapter for the company. Succeeding Dr Volker Rehrmann, whose remarkable career with TOMRA spanned more than two decades, Katrin has expressed...
EU's China-focused anti-dumping measures to expire soon: Will it extend past 2026?
As of July 1, 2025, the European Commission has fired the starting gun on what could be one of the most consequential trade decisions for the European aluminium industry in recent years. The Commission has issued an official notice of impending expiry for the anti-dumping duties currently levied on...
