Aluminium extrusion usage in building and construction to grow 1.24% CAGR through 2035, with Americas at 1.15%, Europe at 1.30% & MEA at 2.47%
What does the building and construction market mean for aluminium extrusion industry? The answer may depend less on how much the world builds and more on where it builds and what those buildings require. As construction activity picks up across regions, aluminium extrusion is set to follow - but...
US backs Serra Verde rare earth with $750m, aims to reduce China dependence
The US Department of War has committed USD 750 million to back rare earth supplies from Brazil’s Serra Verde, as Washington moves to build a more secure, China-independent supply chain for critical minerals used in defence, energy, aerospace and advanced manufacturing. The investment will support...
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Guyana-Brazil summit to emphasize bauxite mining other than oil and gas
The President of the nation on South America’s North Atlantic coast, Guyana, Dr Irfaan Ali, had a dialogue with his neighbouring country Brazil in regards to the oil and gas industry and bauxite mining before the visit of Jair Bolsonaro, the President of the largest country in South America, which...
Alumina production in South America declines 4% to 945,000 tonnes in Nov’21; Output in North America stands at 209,000 tonnes
According to the International Aluminium Institute, alumina production in South America stood at 945,000 tonnes in November 2021, a decrease of 40,000 tonnes or 4.06 per cent from a month ago. In October, the output in South America was 985,000 tonnes, which was up by 12.70 per cent from 874,000...
North America’s primary aluminium output declines 6% Y-o-Y to 308,000 tonnes in Nov’21; Output in South America grows 14%
According to the International Aluminium Institute, primary aluminium production in North America stood at 308,000 tonnes during November 2021, down by 10,000 tonnes or 3.14 per cent from 318,000 tonnes in October 2021. In September 2021, primary aluminium production in North America came in at...
First Bauxite Corp. appoints Carlos Pinglo as the new CFO
Carlos Pinglo has been named Chief Financial Officer and Corporate Secretary of First Bauxite Corporation ("First Bauxite" or the "Company"), succeeding Ian Fodie. Mr Fodie's services are appreciated, and the Company wishes him well in his future pursuits. First Bauxite is a Canadian mineral...
Brazil Govt. approves duty-free import of 350,000 tonnes aluminium for 2022
On 22 nd December 2021, the official gazette of the government of the largest country in South America and Latin America, Brazil notified that it has sanctioned a duty-free import quota for non-alloyed aluminium of 350,000 tonnes for 2022. However, on 21 st December a conclusive decision was drawn...
US aluminium plates, sheets, and bars import from South Africa slumps by 31.71% Y-o-Y in September 2021
According to the US Geological Survey (USGS), the US imported 3,510 tonnes of US aluminium plates, sheets, and bars from South Africa in September 2021, showing a month-on-month descend of 3,780 per tonnes or by 51.85 percent. In August 2021, 7,290 tonnes of US aluminium plates, sheets, and bars...
Recycled aluminium weekly recap: Every Can Counts initiative programme welcomes Brazil in its recycling drive; Aluminij Industries d.o.o, Glencore International AG inks two year supply agreement for primary remelt aluminium and offtake contract for extrusion billets
The recycled sector of the aluminium industry has been in the news for a good number of reasons. To begin with, AlCircle published its sector focus report 2021, titled, “World Recycled Aluminium Market Analysis – Industry Forecast to 2026.” The report delves further into the global aluminium...
Every Can Counts initiative programme welcomes Brazil in its recycling drive
Brazil will be a key participant in Europe's top drink can recycling programme, with a recycling rate of over 95 percent for aluminium cans. The Every Can Counts programme welcomes Brazil to its growing community after 12 years of pushing people to recycle on the move in 19 European nations. A...
Hydro to invest $230 million in Alunorte alumina refinery for transition to natural gas
The leading industrial conglomerate committed to a sustainable future, Norsk Hydro stated that the company will invest R$ 1.3 billion ($230 million) at its Alunorte alumina refinery in Brazil to supersede heavy fuel oil with natural gas. On 13 th December 2021, the company said in a statement:...
Why Buy AlCircle’s Report on “World Recycled Aluminium Market Analysis - Industry Forecast to 2026”?
The year 2021 shows how the recycled aluminium industry has bounced back after experiencing fluctuating demand due to the pandemic and ensuing lockdowns in 2020 and early 2021. As a result, AlCircle has come up with its recently published sector focus report 2021, titled, “World Recycled Aluminium...
South Korea’s export of aluminium bar rods and profiles during 2019-21 reveals excellent growth
South Korea stands with an economic freedom score of 74.0, making the economy the 24th freest in the 2021 Index. However, its overall score remains unaltered, with an improvement in the government spending score offset by declines in investment and financial freedom. The economy pursues to maintain...
Novelis aims to complete ASI certifications for its North American aluminium can manufacturing facilities by mid-2022
Novelis Incorporation, the world leader in aluminum rolling and recycling, announced that it achieved a significant milestone on the way to achieving Aluminum Stewardship Initiative (ASI) certifications in every region where it operates. After achieving ASI certifications in Europe, Asia, and South...
Launched! AlCircle’s new report on “World Recycled Aluminium Market Analysis - Industry Forecast to 2026”
AlCircle has come up with its latest sector focus report 2021, titled, “World Recycled Aluminium Market Analysis - Industry Forecast to 2026.” The report shows how the recycled aluminium industry has pulled itself up after experiencing fluctuating demand due to the pandemic and subsequent lockdowns...
Primary aluminium production in North America grows 4.6% M-o-M in October’21; Output in South America flaunts 6% rise
Primary aluminium production in North America in October 2021 stood at 318,000 tonnes, flaunting an increase of 14,000 tonnes or 4.61 per cent month-on-month, found the International Aluminium Institute (IAI). In September, primary aluminium production came in at 304,000 tonnes, down by 11,000...
Recycled aluminium weekly recap: Scepter Group reports fire outbreak at its aluminium recycling plant in Seneca Falls; Aluminium dross processing expert Taha supports Bahrain’s effort to reach net-zero emissions
The global aluminium recycling segment has been in the news for a number of reasons. To begin with, the Scepter Group reported a fire at their aluminium recycling business in Seneca Falls on Monday, November 22. The announcement came after the firm reported the event to 911 at 1:33 a.m. According...
US aluminium crude metals and alloys import from Argentina soars up by 52.45% Y-o-Y in September 2021
The United States imported 24,400 tonnes of US aluminium crude metals and alloys from Argentina in September 2021, showing a month-on-month surge of 17,260 tonnes or 70.73 percent, says the US Geological Survey (USGS). In August 2021, 7,140 tonnes of US aluminium crude metals and alloys were...
CBA’s Metalex to increase its aluminium scrap melting capacity
Companhia Brasileira de Alumnio (CBA), based in São Paulo, has stated that its Metalex Ltd. subsidiary has increased its billet production capacity and is investing in its ability to utilise scrap at the Metalex melt plant. Metalex in Araçariguama, Brazil, has increased its billet production...
ASI certifies Ball Beverage Packaging South America against both Performance and Chain of Custody Standard Certifications
The Aluminium Stewardship Initiative has announced that it has successfully certified Ball Beverage Packaging South America (BPSA) against both the Performance Standard and Chain of Custody Standard Certifications for the manufacturing of aluminium can bodies and can ends at 15 facilities across...
