Oceania’s primary aluminium industry is facing a fragmented energy transition. While Australia, the leading aluminium producer of the continent, has abundant renewable resources and a well-established aluminium value chain, its smelters remain significantly more dependent on fossil-fuel-based...
New Zealand’s aluminium extrusion industry is calling for urgent government action as it faces growing pressure from low-priced imports. The Aluminium Extruders Association of NZ (ALENZ) says a rise in imported aluminium extrusions, particularly from China, is affecting local manufacturers, with...
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In its recent half-year results, Orora, one of Australia's main packaging suppliers, recorded increase in sales and profits from ordinary activities, despite the impact of rising aluminium prices on its Australasian business. The firm, which manufactures aluminium cans and glass bottles, reported...
On 17 th February 2022, the mining and metals company, South32 with its headquartered in Perth, Western Australia reported a bumper first half with a 57% rise in revenue propelling profit surge, although the operational challenges remain. The diversified mining company booked pretax profit for the...
The global mining and metal giant Rio Tinto, who is the majority owner of Tiwai Point aluminium smelter in New Zealand has shown signs of its desire to keep the aluminium smelter functional beyond 2024, but the major power supplier to NZAS, Meridian Energy denies any discussions over a fresh new...
The world alumina production in December 2021 stood at 11.629 million tonnes, which reflected a month-on-month growth of 3.86 per cent, found the International Aluminium Institute. In November, the output came in at 11.197 million tonnes, down by 1.37 per cent from 11.353 million tonnes in October....
The Workers' Compensation Board of British Columbia, operating as WorkSafeBC, is a statutory agency that came into existence in 1917 has delivered the global mining and metal giant Rio Tinto a $678,889 fine, following the metal company was persistently alerted of a hazardous violation caused by air...
Due to persistent shortages, Tomago Aluminium is compelled to prepare numerous backup plans for the supply of crucial materials to keep the country's largest aluminium smelter operational. CEO Matt Howell anticipates the shortages to last for a long time. “Anything that comes by a container is...
Locals were pleased to see the now-familiar Sea Eagle II when she glided into Whangrei Harbour after Christmas, anticipating her return. The world's largest aluminium boat, which was docked at Port Nikau for a six-month refurbishment, came to our shores in April. Her 62.5m towering triple-lit masts...
Norweld (1300-302-899), an Australian firm that specialises in heavy-duty aluminium trays and canopies for utes and 4-wheel-drive vehicles, has opened a new workshop in Perth, Western Australia. The new facility in Perth provides Western Australian ute drivers with the full range of Norweld...
According to the recent data revealed by the International Aluminium Institute, world alumina production in November 2021 stood at 11.352 million tonnes, essentially unchanged compared to 11.353 million tonnes in October 2021. In September, the output came in at 11.166 million tonnes, meaning the...
On December 9, Australian based Graphene Manufacturing Group Ltd. (TSXV: GMG) (FSE: 0GF) ("GMG” or the "Company") announced that the pilot production and testing plant (“Battery Pilot Plant”) for its G+AI Batteries is now operational. GMG is a clean-tech firm located in Australia that manufactures...
The government officials of the island country in the southwestern Pacific Ocean, New Zealand are positive that Tiwai Point aluminium smelter will remain operational for an extended period if the aluminium prices stand high. However, the officials have also warned that there are risks included, as...
According to the International Aluminium Institute, the world alumina production stood at 11.601 million tonnes in October 2021 (including both metallurgical and chemical), reflecting a month-on-month increase of 3.71 per cent month-on-month. In September, the output came in at 11.186 million...
The Coffs Harbour based company producing a large range of aluminium and glazed balustrades, Advance Metal Industries Australia (AMIA) is all set to expand its operations and accredits to the NSW Nationals in the state government’s Regional Job Creation Fund. Gurmesh Singh, the Nationals Member for...
As per a renowned British news media, a report has been unfolded that a mining operation owes millions in unpaid taxes and royalties to the Government of Solomon Islands. The information accumulated from a senior official, Govt. of Solomon Islands, the Asia Pacific Investment Development (APID)...
According to the International Aluminium Institute, world alumina production in September 2021 stood at 11.170 million tonnes (including both metallurgical and chemical), which was down by 4.33 per cent from 11.675 million tonnes in August. In July, the output was 11.669 million tonnes, meaning...
The body advocating for enterprise and promoting the voice of thousands of businesses across New Zealand, BusinessNZ said: “We should be grateful Tiwai Aluminium smelter is still here, rather than blaming it for higher power prices.” However, the New Zealand Electricity Authority, the independent...
Environment Southland is spearheading a project to determine the extent and effect of pollution at Tiwai Point, which involves analysing the complete site investigation (DSI) report shared by New Zealand Aluminium Smelters. The DSI study, which details the pollutants discovered at the Tiwai Point...
Mining king Rio Tinto has signalled that they will be joining hands with the Queensland government to look for clean energy for their Boyne aluminium smelter, as Australian manufacturers are gaining a lot due to the crisis in global energy prices which is urging smelters in Europe and Asia to cut...
