AL Circle Analysis: Import rise meets demand growth on aluminium extrusion chessboard
Aluminium’s downstream trade network is getting more fragmented as import dependence, changing end-use demand and trade-policy interventions reshape regional markets. From North America and Europe to Asia-Pacific, the aluminium industry is navigating a market where access to supply, competitive...
US industrial policy needs to be systematic, not just ad hoc – Part 2
Our current approach can win economic skirmishes, but not the geopolitical conflict. – Part 2 Impact #5 of ad hoc industrial policy: Failing to use all required tools Industrial policy is often caricatured as just tariffs and subsidies. Mis-framed debates that evaluate the merits of tariffs in...
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Wisconsin Historical Museum to open aluminium Christmas tree exhibit from November 25
<p>Christmas is approaching and the festive spirit is setting in all around the globe. Christmas shopping is incomplete without the Christmas tree. Keeping up with the Christmas spirit, the Wisconsin Historical Museum is organizing their new exhibition, “Ever Gleaming: The Enduring Love...
Shipments of aluminium products in the U.S. and Canada drops YOY in October
<p>According to the estimate of The Aluminum Association, shipments of aluminium products in U.S. and Canada drop slightly YOY in October 2016.<br /><br /><img style="vertical-align: middle; display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"...
New can stock scrap receipts in U.S. dropped 8% YOY in October 2016
<p>According to Aluminum Association report, U.S. received a total of 53.1 million pounds of new can stock (class) scrap receipts during October 2016, which records a drop of 8 per cent over 57.7 million pounds in October 2015.<br /><br /><img style="vertical-align: middle; display:...
Aluminum demand grows for 7th consecutive year since 2009
<p>The Aluminum Association released the latest edition of the Aluminum Statistical Review for 2015 on Nov.21st. The latest edition of the Review, which features a new design and statistics through 2015 in the North American market, includes information on every cycle of the aluminum production...
Auto part maker Transtar files for bankruptcy with ‘prepackaged’ plan
<p>Aluminium and steel auto parts maker Transtar Holding Co. filed for bankruptcy Sunday after reaching a deal with its senior lenders to swap their debt for ownership of the company.<br /><br />The company filed for chapter 11 protection in U.S. Bankruptcy Court in New York with a...
Century Aluminum announces Rick Dillon’s departure from the post of CFO
<p>According to a Reuter’s report, Century Aluminum Co. CFO Rick Dillon will be leaving the company in order to pursue another professional opportunity. A company report confirms the news and also announces that till the time the Board of Directors selects a replacement for Dillon, CEO...
Top Five Aluminium Can Manufacturers in the World
<p>Metal cans, especially aluminium cans used for beverage and aerosol packaging, are the most recycled packaging units across the globe. They can be recycled at the end of their lifecycle without degradation in quality, and that makes them the preferred packaging material for brands across...
The U.S. exports the largest chunk of its aluminium cans to Canada and Mexico
<p>The U.S. is one of the largest producers of aluminium cans in the world. Aluminium can manufacturers in the U.S. are an important part of the economy. Can manufacturers and the supplier of can sheets put together, form one of the largest job providers and a revenue sources to the state and...
America Recycles Day illustrates economic and environmental benefits of the recycling industry
<p>The Institute of Scrap Recycling Industries (ISRI), the Voice of the Recycling Industry™, celebrates America Recycles Day today by applauding all individuals who make a strong effort to recycle as part of daily life, and encouraging all to learn more about recycling and the industry....
North America’s primary production drops 10.3% YOY in October 2016
<p>The Aluminum Association, in cooperation with the Aluminum Association of Canada, reported that primary aluminium production in North America (U.S. and Canada) was at an annual rate of 3,981,466 tonnes during October 2016 which recorded a rise of 13,428 tpy (+0.3%) from 3,968,038 tonnes in...
Aleris reports Q3 2016 results: net loss decreases but earning drops YOY
<p>Aleris Corporation reported results for the Third Quarter and first nine months ended September 30, 2016. Though Aleris is making net loss consecutively, net loss decreased to $22 million in the Q2 2016 from $25 million in Q3 2015. Adjusted EBITDA dropped to $53 million from $68 million in Q3...
Land Rover unveils new Discovery in the U.S. ahead of LA Auto Show
<p>Land Rover unveiled its all-new Discovery for the first time in the U.S. in Venice, California ahead of its debut in LA Auto Show. Based on the SUV maker's lightweight aluminium construction, the new Discovery has shed approximately 1,000 lbs from the weight of the outgoing LR4. Still the...
The Aluminum Association and Manufacturing Community show commitment to unite America post-election
<p>Following the election of President-Elect Donald Trump, Aluminum Association President & CEO Heidi Brock joined National Association of Manufacturers (NAM) President and CEO Jay Timmons and more than 1,100 other manufacturing and business leaders from across the United States in pledging to...
Constellium reports improved shipments and earning in all segments
<p>Constellium, a leading manufacturer of high-quality aluminium products and solutions in the world has reported results for Q3 2016 on Thursday, November 10. Overall, the company reported an adjusted EBITDA of €97 million in Q3, up 23% YOY.<br /><br />The Automotive Structures & Industry...
The U.S. imported 235,222 tons of aluminium foil in 2015; China leads the list of exporters
<p>The U.S. has a big market for aluminium foils as flexible packaging is one of the most profitable industries in the nation. According to the Aluminum Association, the aluminium foil market is worth about $5 billion, and about 36% of it is supplied by imports, up from only 16% in 2007.</p> <p>As...
Aluminium considered best material for storm doors by US door makers
<p>Storm doors are used to protect homes and front doors from weather damage and to make homes energy-efficient. According to Ryon Oates, owner of The Door Guys in Crosby, Texas, they provide extra security and boost the curb appeal of homes.</p> <p><img style="vertical-align: middle; display:...
Real Alloy invests $24 million to acquire 'select assets' of Beck Aluminum in Mayfield Heights
<p>Real Alloy Holdings Inc. a Beachwood based company has reportedly invested $24 million in acquiring “select assets” of Beck Aluminium Alloys based at Mayfield Heights, along with "significant minority equity ownership interest" in an affiliated aluminum and alloy...
Hansens Aluminum to build 90-job manufacturing plant in Henderson
<p>Automotive parts maker Hansens Aluminum LLC, a family owned South African company, plans to locate a 90-job, $18.4 million manufacturing facility in Henderson. The company plans to build a state-of-the-art aluminium extrusion facility of up to 75,000 square feet at the Henderson County Riverport...
