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...
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...
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Europe’s largest EV battery recycling plant leads the way in sustainability with ‘black mass’ powder
Hydrovolt, one of Europe's largest car battery recycling plants, is leading the way in sustainability by recycling damaged or faulty electric vehicle batteries. The plant is pushing the shift to a decarbonised economy by turning them into a precious powder known as "black mass," made of essential...
Dinsheng to acquire Italy's Slim Aluminium for US$61.2 million in a bid to expand the rolling capacity in Europe
Dinsheng New Materials, China's largest aluminium foil, sheet and coil manufacturer with approximately 500,000 tonnes of capacity, is reportedly acquiring Italy's Slim Aluminium by spending EUR 56.3 million (US$61.2 million). The acquisition will include Slim's production plant in Italy as well as...
Sustainability weekly: Amcor bonds with Aludium to revolutionise the packaging sector with low-carbon aluminium
Amcor, a well-known company that creates sustainable packaging solutions for industries like food, beverage, pharmaceutical, medical, and home/personal care, has partnered with Aludium, a top European supplier of aluminium, to develop a low-carbon aluminium compound suitable for screw caps....
Primary aluminium production in Western and Central Europe rises 2.18% M-o-M in May, skidding 12.5% Q-o-Q
According to the statistics provided by International Aluminium Institute (IAI), Western and Central Europe produced almost 229,000 tonnes of primary aluminium in May 2023, up 5,000 tonnes from 224,000 tonnes generated in April 2023. This indicates a Month-on-Month increase of 2.18 per cent....
Alro unveils comprehensive 2022 Sustainability Report: A commitment to a greener future
On June 30, 2023, the Romanian aluminium company ALRO S.A., one of Europe's largest vertically integrated aluminium producers, measured by production capacity, published the consolidated Sustainability Report for 2022. The s ustainability report also presents the role of ALRO Group in the national...
ALFED’s House of Lord Lunch discussed challenges affecting the aluminium industry
The voice of the UK aluminium industry ALFED (The Aluminium Federation) on June 20th hosted members from throughout the aluminium supply chain in the House of Lords for its annual legislative lunch. The event, hosted by Lord Rupert Redesdale, highlighted critical challenges affecting the industry...
J. Richter Engineering succeeding two decades of industrial excellence
The Germany-based J.Richter Engineering, with over two decades of expertise in supply management, has established itself as a trusted ally for industrial enterprises. In particular, with its specialization in heavy industries, the company offers know-how and the opportunity to work out individual...
Stora Enso and Tetra Pack deploy a new €29 million carton recycling facility in Poland
Poland has recently welcomed a new €29 million recycling facility aimed at post-consumer beverage cartons, which has the potential to triple the country's average recycling capacity to an impressive 75,000 tonnes. The facility in Ostrołęka was developed by Tetra Pak and Stora Enso, two renowned...
Alumina production in Europe (incl. Russia) improves 55000 tonnes over a month during May 2023
According to the International Aluminium Institute, alumina production in Europe (incl. Russia) improved during May 2023 for an alternate month, reaching 560,000 tonnes. Compared to a month ago, the output in May grew by 55,000 tonnes or 10.89 per cent from 505,000 tonnes, following a sequential...
ALRO initiates Eco Recycling Facility Stage II operation hoping to boost capacity by nearly 60,000 tpa
ALRO, one of Europe's largest vertically integrated aluminium producers by production capacity, has initiated the operations of Eco Recycling Facility Stage II in Slatina, comprising two double-chamber furnaces, one holding furnace, and a dedicated fume collection and treatment plant. As per the...
Brompton will incorporate Hydro’s low-carbon aluminium to create its flagship bikes
Brompton has pledged to limit the carbon footprint of their folding bikes by examining the potential of low-carbon and post-consumer recycled aluminium from Hydro. Norwegian aluminium giant Hydro is renowned for delivering top-quality aluminium with a minimal CO2 footprint, reducing emissions along...
Primary aluminium production records substantial M-o-M growth across Europe during May 2023
According to the International Aluminium Institute, primary aluminium production in Russia & Eastern Europe stood at 340,000 tonnes during May 2023 compared to 329,000 tonnes in April. Thus, on a month-on-month calculation, Russia & Eastern Europe’s primary aluminium output recorded an increase of...
Oerlikon AM provides 3D-printed aluminium heat exchangers for Ariane 6 rocket
Oerlikon AM, a specialist in additive manufacturing, has secured a contract worth up to €900,000 with ArianeGroup for the supply of 3D-printed heat exchanger sets for Europe's Ariane 6 rocket launcher. In adherence to the contract, Oerlikon AM will utilise additive manufacturing to produce...
EDF pens 10 years' power supply agreement with aluminium producer Trimet France
As per the announcement by the French government, EDF, a power company completely acquired by the French state and taken off the stock market, has inked a 10-year agreement with Trimet France, an aluminium giant . The terms of the contract specify that EDF will supply a substantial amount of power,...
Aluphoenix wins ASI Performance Standard Certification for its ability to remelt aluminium scrap into alloy ingot
Aluminium Stewardship Initiative has presented Performance Standard V2 (2017) Certification to Aluphoenix srl for its remelting and casting facility in Riese Pio X, Italy. The facility has an annual production capacity of around 50,000 tonnes of aluminium ingots destined for transportation....
Hydro again offers higher price to Alumetal shareholders until the last date of subscription submission
According to a report on June 22, Hydro is again increasing the offered price for Alumetal share sale subscribers to PLN 82.00 per share, valid through the last date of subscription submission on June 30, 2023. All Alumetal shareholders who subscribe to the share sales tender in the current offer...
Reynaers Aluminium materialises its largest production facility in Warsaw
Reynears Aluminium has completed one of its largest factories to date, featuring a 31,000 square meter production hall and 1,200 square meters of office space in Żabia Wola near Warsaw. The new production facility, located just 35 kilometers from Warsaw, has already been put to use and has achieved...
Novelis lays foundation stone for first onsite solar park in Pieve
Novelis Inc. has made an exciting announcement regarding the construction of a solar park at their production site in Pieve Emanuele, Italy. With local authorities granting their final approval, the park will span over 28,000 square meters and is expected to commence generating electricity by the...
