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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On Saturday, November 23, Tiwai Point smelter of New Zealand opened its gates to enthusiasts for production process glimpsing, and hundreds poured in to prove the decision right. New Zealand Aluminium Smelters' external affairs director, Simon King, said Tiwai decided to hold an open day after a...
The saga of the Austal-Capral duo dates back over two decades. As a key supplier of aluminium extruded products, Capral's contribution towards the landmark journey of Austal from being a modest fishing vessel manufacturer to Australia's leading shipbuilding company with a workforce of 5,000 from...
Jerome Dozol, the chief executive of Tomago Aluminium since July, has recently contradicted the possibility of achieving the venture's agenda to switching to a primarily clean power supply subsequently this decade, citing that the pricing of the energy on offer was too hefty for the Tomago smelter...
The Australian Aluminium Council (AAC) is set to strengthen the nation's aluminium industry by incorporating the Australian Aluminium Extrusion Association (AAEA) into its membership and organisational framework. This strategic integration establishes a unified, independent advocacy body...
Pharmacy retailer Chemist Warehouse and Pharmacycle, in partnership with Kenvue, the maker of CODRAL, have launched Australia’s largest nationwide blister pack recycling program. Following a successful trial in late 2023 at 100 Chemist Warehouse locations across Victoria, the initiative has now...
Joan Johnson, a renowned artist from Nedlands, received the prestigious Alcoa Major Award, which comes with a significant prize of AUD 10,000, for her artwork titled 'Deconstructed, Reconstructed and Embellished' in the City of Rockingham’s Castaways Sculpture Awards 2024.. Image Source: City of...
Tomago Aluminium, Australia's largest energy user, has asserted that it stands earmarked to shifting mostly to running on renewable energy by 2035. However, to achieve the benchmark, certainty of supply is of optimum importance. Image Source: Tomago Aluminium In Tomago's submission to the...
Since its inception, BAB Aluminium has embodied a story of grit, innovation, and quality. From its humble beginnings as a small fabrication company, BAB Aluminium has evolved into a leading manufacturer of durable and sustainable seating solutions, including grandstands, tables, and benches that...
Rio Tinto's previously announced acquisition of Sumitomo Chemical Company's (SCC's) 20.64 per cent interest in New Zealand Aluminium Smelters (NZAS) was completed on November 1, 2024. NZAS owns and operates the Tiwai Point aluminium smelter in New Zealand. Following the completion of the...
ABx Group is pleased to announce that its 83 per cent-owned subsidiary, ALCORE, has delivered exceptional results from its bath pilot batch reactor, increasing confidence in the technology's ability to operate continuously and at scale. The reactor, which is located at the ALCORE Technology Centre...
The Maritime Safety Authority of Fiji (MSAF) has confirmed that the removal of two derelict bauxite vessels from the Naiviqiri jetty in Bua is set to take place soon. MSAF Chief Executive Joeli Cawaki shared this update with FBC News, noting that the vessels are among those prioritised for removal...
A custom superyacht builder company from Australia has commenced construction of the largest aluminium-hulled catamaran in the world. Echo Yacht, a company based out of Henderson, has begun work on the ASC57 in its superyacht construction facility in the Western Australia's Australian Marine...
Scrap metal recovery and recycling in Australia is synonymous with the name Sell & Parker. Whether it’s small deliveries like small backyard clean-ups - right through to thousands of tonnes of scrap with steel, aluminium, copper, brass and stainless steel – Sell & Parker ‘get it sorted’. This...
On Monday, September 30, Rio Tinto announced the completion of acquiring another 11.65 per cent interest in Mitsubishi Corporation-owned Boyne Smelters Limited (BSL). The latter owns and operates Boyne Island aluminium smelter in Gladstone, Australia. Following the latest acquisition, Rio Tinto...
Alcoa of Australia Limited has entered into a long-term power agreement with AGL Energy for additional electricity supply for its Portland aluminium smelter in Portland, Victoria. As per the contract signed, AGL Energy Limited, Australia’s leading energy company with electricity, gas, solar, and...
Suntory Oceania has begun production at its AU$400 million (US$260.8 million) facility in Australia, with plans to manufacture its ready-to-drink (RTD) brands by mid-2025. Underpinned by quality, craftsmanship and a strong sense of purpose, Suntory's spirits division, Suntory Global Spirits, teamed...
In August 2024, the Oceania region played a critical role in driving the world’s primary aluminium production. In tandem with a month-on-month drop in the region’s primary aluminium production, the world’s output decreased from the record high level but was largely offset by stable production...
Metro Mining Limited has significantly increased throughput rates at its Bauxite Hills operation in Western Australia. One of the biggest reasons was commissioning two new Cat 992 Wheel Loaders and installing a new screening system. The company introduced a new apron/wobbler feeder screening...
