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...
Bocar Group has achieved ASI Performance Standard V3.1 (2023) with Provisional status for the manufacture of aluminium parts for the automotive industry at three of their facilities across Mexico: AUMA S.A. de C.V. in Chihuahua, AUMA Saltillo S.A. de C.V. (AUSAL) in Saltillo, and Bocar Lerma S.A....
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Generational Group, a prominent advisor specialising in mergers and acquisitions for privately held enterprises, has announced the successful sale of Team Pride Extrusions (TPE) to Republic Strategic Investments (RSI). The deal was finalised on March 15, 2024. Based in Megargel, Texas, Team Pride...
As President and CEO of the Aluminium Association of Canada since 2009, Jean Simard is the industry’s official representative and spokesperson with governments, business associations and the media, as well as with international organisations linked to the industry. He holds a degree in Civil Law...
Amcor Capsules, a stalwart in crafting premium closures for discerning wine and spirits connoisseurs, proudly unveils its latest triumph: a state-of-the-art plant nestled in Granby, Quebec. Set to commence operations in early April 2024, this new facility epitomises Amcor's steadfast commitment to...
According to the data released by the International Aluminium Institute (IAI), the total primary aluminium production in North and South America combined was 438,000 tonnes in February 2024, of which South America accounted for only 27.40 per cent. In contrast, North America produced the lion's...
The US Census Bureau data showed that the country's domestic primary aluminium production marked a slight slowdown at the beginning of 2024. The year began by continuing the downtrend of 2023 when the US primary aluminium production amounted to 750,000 tonnes compared to 861,000 tonnes in 2022....
RHI Magnesita has announced its intention to acquire Resco Group, a leading manufacturer of alumina monolithics and refractories, to boost operational capabilities and enrich product offerings. This acquisition, with an enterprise value potentially reaching $430 million, signifies a significant...
Aluminium is a crucial metal in the aerospace manufacturing industry, and recent events involving such aluminium parts have stirred ripples of concern and curiosity. At the heart of the narrative lies a saga involving two titans of the industry: Boeing, a household name synonymous with flight, and...
In the quaint city of Manitowoc, Wisconsin, the echoes of a once-thriving aluminium industry still resonate amidst its streets. Mirro Aluminum Company, once a titan in the realm of aluminium manufacturing, boasted innovation and prosperity that reverberated far beyond its confines. Founded in the...
In a noteworthy development for Minnesota's industrial landscape, Governor Tim Walz presided over the inauguration of an integrated $71 million recycling plant expansion in Rosemount, belonging to Spectro Alloys. The event catalogues a major milestone in the state's commitment to fostering economic...
N.A. Holding Corp., a diversified holding company owned by Matt Wojewuczki and Doyle McCauley, has recently acquired Architectural Glass and Aluminum (AGA), a premier aluminium and glass fabricator in Columbia City. "NA Holding Corp. is dedicated to ensuring a smooth transition for AGA into its...
In response to a recent bridge collapse affecting the Port of Baltimore, leading U.S. automakers General Motors (G.M.) and Ford have swiftly adapted their logistics strategies to mitigate disruptions. While the incident has prompted the rerouting of shipments and adjustments in supply chains, both...
According to the US Census Bureau data, the United States’ aluminium plates, sheets and bars exports in 2023 experienced an annual growth of 5.57 per cent, primarily driven by Canada and Mexico, the two highest importers. As per the USGS survey, the United States aluminium plates, sheets and bars...
Aluko, a company specialising in aluminium parts and materials, is significantly moving into the U.S. electric vehicle battery market. The company has recently signed a contract with Blue Oval SK LLC and will supply the module case protect frame, a crucial component for electric vehicle batteries,...
Constellium, the global leader in the development, manufacturing, and recycling of aluminium products and solutions, recently announced that its Ravenswood, West Virginia facility was chosen by the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Office of Clean Energy Demonstrations for potential award...
The recent announcement of the scheduled shutdown of the Novelis aluminum plant in Buckhannon, Upshur County, has sent shockwaves through the community. Expected to cease operations on June 13, the closure spells uncertainty for 80 employees and raises concerns about the economic impact on the...
The Aluminum Association, Instituto Mexicano del Aluminio, and the Aluminium Association of Canada demand the creation of a North American Aluminum Trade Committee (NAATC). On Thursday, March 21, the associations wrote a letter to trade officials in Canada, Mexico, and the United States, conveying...
Vista Metals, a market leader in the manufacturing of speciality aluminium products, is reportedly investing $60 million in a new aluminium casting facility in Bowling Green, Ohio, Kentucky, to strengthen its position as a manufacturer and supplier of speciality aluminium products in the US market....
On March 19, Wagstaff Inc., a Spokane, Washington-based machinery, technology and service company that enables aluminium producers to transform molten aluminium into solid shapes using ‘direct chill casting’, announced that its Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Kevin Person, would retire on March 29,...
