
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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Aluminium artwork mistaken for crushed beer cans at Netherlands’ museum
An art exhibit crafted from aluminium to resemble two used beer cans, a unique and thought-provoking creation, suffered an unfortunate fate at the LAM museum in Lisse, Netherlands. A misunderstanding by a mechanic led to the exhibit being discarded as trash. The exhibit titled 'All The Good Times...

Hydro appoints two new unit presidents for aluminium extrusion units in Europe and North America
Norsk Hydro has announced the appointment of Erik Fossum and Jeff Lehman as unit president of aluminium extrusion units in Europe and North America. Extrusion Europe is the largest business unit in Hydro Extrusions, with 8,300 employees. Extrusion North America is the second largest unit, with...

Red Magic to launch its first-ever aluminium unibody gaming laptops
Red Magic, a renowned European brand with gaming PC, smartphone and tablet solutions, now delves further into the gaming world with its high-performing gaming laptops. The company's first gaming laptop, Titan 16 Pro, is built with an aluminium unibody chassis, enabling the machine to be lighter in...

Non-compliant aluminium & titanium parts for Boeing spark criminal charges
On Saturday, Italian prosecutors charged seven individuals and two subcontractors with crimes, including fraud and violations of aircraft safety regulations, stemming from an investigation into allegedly defective parts made by an Italian firm for Boeing (BA.N). Investigators discovered that two...

ECC celebrates 15 years of revolutionising aluminium can recycling in the UK
Every Can Counts (ECC), a not-for-profit communication initiative aimed at achieving a 100 per cent recycling rate for drink cans, is proudly celebrating its 15th anniversary. Established in Birmingham in 2009 as a workplace recycling program, ECC has expanded its reach to 21 countries worldwide,...

Alro launches a new facility to advance precision cutting for complex aluminium products
Alro Slatina, one of the biggest aluminium companies in Romania and Europe, has commissioned a new cutting-edge aluminium processing facility, Cutsmart Systems, which has fed on an investment of RON 13.7 million (EUR 2.7 million). The new facility, equipped with advanced, cutting-edge technologies,...

ALEASTUR GROUP celebrates its 50th anniversary, marking five decades of growth, internationalisation, and innovation
Since its founding in 1974, ALEASTUR GROUP has emerged as a global leader in the aluminium industry. Over the past 50 years, the company has built a strong international presence and developed a wide range of specialised products and solutions that set benchmarks in the industry. ALEASTUR’s journey...

Major EU nations likely to advocate 45% tariff on Chinese EVs despite German opposition
France, Greece, Italy, and Poland are among the major EU nations expected to vote in favour of up to 45 per cent tariffs on imports of Chinese-made electric vehicles (EVs), while Germany is likely to abstain. Despite Germany's concerns over potential retaliatory actions from Beijing, the European...

Aluminium recycling at its best: How INTALS serves the automotive industry with STEINERT technology
INTALS S.p.A. is a leading European company specialising in the recycling of aluminium. With over 120 years of tradition and a commitment to sustainability, INTALS is a pioneer in the production of secondary aluminium. The Parona site alone produces 150,000 tonnes of aluminium from scrap each year....
Europe’s primary aluminium production sees a 5% growth in August on risen profitability due to LME price rally
In August 2024, primary aluminium production in Europe continued to grow , reaching a new high. Month-on-month, the output increased by 2,000 tonnes or 0.34 per cent, while year-on-year surged by 29,000 tonnes or 5.1 per cent, supported equally by Russia & Eastern Europe and Western & Central...

Aluminium Dunkerque enters the world of sports sponsorship with Les Dogues
Aluminium Dunkerque, a leading producer of primary aluminium in Europe, has become an Official Partner of Les Dogues (LOSC). Facilitated by SPORTFIVE, an international sports marketing agency, this partnership will feature Aluminium Dunkerque's logo on the sleeves of LOSC's jerseys during their...

Assan Alüminyum sets 2050 net zero roadmap, targets 7 tonnes CO2e/t reduction by 2030
Assan Alüminyum, a leading manufacturer in the flat-rolled aluminium sector, in its recently published "Decarbonization Roadmap 2050", has highlighted its commitment and action plans towards the 2050 net zero carbon emissions goal. Assan Alüminyum has mentioned its sequential strategy towards...
World alumina production hits this year’s new high driven by gains in South America, Europe and Africa & Asia (ex-China)
The world's alumina production in August 2024 maintained a robust monthly record, increasing slightly from 12.511 million tonnes in July. Thanks to the growing alumina output in Africa & Asia (ex-China), South America, and Europe (including Russia) that drove the world's production, offsetting a...

Panda Alüminyum joins ASI as the new Downstream Supporter member
Panda Alüminyum, one of Europe's leading producers of flat-rolled aluminium, has joined the Aluminium Stewardship Initiative (ASI) as the new Downstream Supporter member. Panda Alüminyum specialises in producing high-quality aluminium flat rolled products with thicknesses ranging from 9 µm to 2 mm...

Crealis launches Symbiosis: The paper-based sparkling foil containing 44% aluminium, replacing plastic
Crealis, a global leader in providing closure solutions for still and sparkling wines, spirits, beers, olive oil and vinegar, has launched 'Symbiosis', the next generation of foils. Primarily crafted from FSC-certified paper and aluminium, this innovation marks the phase-out of plastic in sparkling...

Axilone and Aludium introduce low-carbon aluminium to the cosmetic market
Axilone, a leading global luxury cosmetic packaging manufacturer for skincare, fragrance, and colour cosmetics, in collaboration with Aludium, one of Europe's leading aluminium suppliers, have teamed up to introduce an aluminium to the market that reduces the carbon footprint by over 24 per cent...

Aluminium Duffel unveils new logo and commissions new milling installation
Aluminium Duffel is proud to announce the launch of its new logo, and at the same time, they celebrate the commissioning of their new milling installation. Mind over metal The new logo, shaped into a heraldic shield, is a powerful symbol that reflects the company's core values: Change & Courage,...

Norwegian aluminium giant Hydro invests NOK 1.2 billion for its new storage power plant in Luster Municipality
Hydro has announced plans to construct a new pumped storage power plant in Luster Municipality, Norway. Construction is set to commence in 2025, with operations expected to begin in 2028 or 2029. Currently, Hydro produces aluminium in Norway with a carbon footprint approximately 75 per cent lower...

