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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El Salvador’s aluminium foil imports during 2019-21 resemble marginal movement trend
The most industrialized state in Central America, El Salvador’s major industries contributing to the country’s economy are food processing, beverages, petroleum, chemicals, fertilizer, textiles, furniture, light metals, etc. The major exports are textiles, chemicals, rubber, plastics and metallic...
Mexico’s import of aluminium household articles during 2018-21 unfolds sharp rise followed by the continuous downfall
Aluminium is considered to be a perfect blend of form and function that is vital for consumer products. It has been observed that aluminium is gradually replacing plastic and steel components, as it is stronger and tougher than plastic and lighter than steel. The metal also allows heat to dissipate...
South America’s alumina production reflects a downfall of 7% in September 2021: IAI
According to the International Aluminium Institute, alumina production in South America in September 2021 stood at 874,000 tonnes, reflecting a downfall of 6.72 per cent or 63,000 tonnes month-on-month. In August, alumina output in South America came in at 937,000 tonnes after being decreased by...
Crown Holdings secures ASI Performance Standard Certification
Crown Holdings, Inc. has been certified against the Aluminium Stewardship Initiative (ASI) Performance Standard for responsible production, sourcing, and stewardship of aluminium for the Crown Beverage Can Brazil Division Can Plants in Cabreva, S. Paulo; Estancia, Sergipe; Ponta Grossa, Parana; Rio...
US aluminium crude metals and alloys imports from Argentina highlight an increase of 20.17% Y-o-Y in July 2021
According to the US Geological Survey (USGS), the United States imported 13,700 tonnes of crude metals and alloys from Argentina in July 2021, displaying a month-on-month ascend of 9,710 tonnes or by 243.35 percent. In June 2021, 3,990 tonnes of aluminium crude metals and alloys were imported from...
North America’s primary aluminium production in 3Q2021 declines 4% Q-o-Q to 952,000 tonnes; Output in South America grows 2%
In September 2021, North America produced 304,000 tonnes of primary aluminium compared to 315,000 tonnes in August, found the International Aluminium Institute (IAI). That was down by 11,000 tonnes or 3.49 per cent month-on-month, learned the data. On a year-on-year calculation, North America’s...
ASI certifies Novelis’ rolling and recycling facility in Brazil against the Performance Standard Certification
The Aluminium Stewardship Initiative has successfully certified Novelis’ rolling and recycling activities at the facility in Pindamonhangaba, Brazil, against the Performance Standard Certification. The facility has an annual capacity of 490 thousand tonnes for recycling and 680 thousand tonnes for...
Brazil’s first ‘circular economy laboratory’ by Ball Corporation to facilitate collection and recycling of aluminium cans
Ball Corporation, a US-based aluminium packaging firm, has revealed intentions to construct Brazil's first "circular economy laboratory" on Fernando de Noronha's island. The VADELATA for the Planet Lab will make aluminium can collection and recycling easier. The project's construction has...
Panama’s aluminium cans export during 2019-21 exemplifies sharp downfall with a marginal gain
The economy of Panama is primarily dependent on the services sector, which shoulders the maximum majority of its GDP and accounts for most of its foreign revenue. As per the data, it is driven that in 2020, agriculture contributed around 2.74% to the GDP of Panama, 23.6% came from the industry and...
US aluminium crude metals and alloys exports to Mexico edge 21.48% lower M-o-M in July 2021
According to the US Geological Survey (USGS), Mexico imported 9,030 tonnes of aluminium crude metals and alloys from the United States in the month of July 2021, which reflected a month-on-month decrease of 2,470 tonnes or 21.48 per cent. In June 2021, 11,500 tonnes of aluminium crude metals and...
Argentina’s import of aluminium structures during 2018-21 displays enterprising growth followed by a continual downfall
The economy of Argentina has a mixed economic system that incorporates a variety of private freedom, blended with centralized economic planning and government regulation. Argentina is a member of the Common Market of the South (Mercosur). The economy of the country will grow at 7.2% in 2021, as...
Primary aluminium production in North America falls 5.41% M-o-M to 315,000 tonnes in Aug'21; Output in South America grows 3%
According to the International Aluminium Institute, primary aluminium production in North America stood at 315,000 tonnes in August 2021, which was down by 18,000 tonnes or 5.41 per cent from 333,000 tonnes in July. In June 2021, primary aluminium output in North America stood at 328,000 tonnes,...
Finland’s export of aluminium cans during 2018-21 unveils a sharp growth trailed by constant downfall
The economic freedom score of Finland is 76.1, making its economy the 17th freest in the 2021 Index. Finland’s overall score has increased by 0.4 points, majorly due to improvement in the government spending score. The Finnish economy continues to reap its results from high levels of economic...
Brazil’s import of aluminium containers for compressed gas during 2019-20 marks marginal growth; 2021 predicted with minimal dip
Compressed gas is another way to obtain mechanical energy storage. So, when a piston is used to compress a gas, energy is stored in the gas and can be released later by reversing the movement of the piston, hence pressurised gas is, therefore, an energy store. However, it can release energy that...
Costa Rica’s import of aluminium cans during 2019-20 reveals excellent growth; marginal up-rise estimated for 2021
According to OECD report, the GDP growth of Costa Rica will recover gradually to 2.5% in 2021 and 3.4% in 2022, reinforced by strong external demand from the country’s main trade partners. However, domestic demand will strengthen in H2 2021, as economic restrictions are gradually lifted and the...
Companhia Brasileira de Alumínio finalizes acquisition of 49% stake in 171.6-MW wind portfolio
The largest aluminium producer in Brazil, Companhia Brasileira de Alumínio (CBA) has accomplished the acquisition of a 49% stake in a 171.6-MW wind portfolio from VTRM Energia, the collaboration formed by Votorantim Energia and Canada Pension Plan Investment Board (CPPIB). The $11.40 million deal...
Alumina production in South America remains unchanged at 1.019 million tonnes during July 2021; Output in North America grows 4%
According to the data found by the International Aluminium Institute, alumina production in South America during July 2021 came in at 1.019 million tonnes, essentially unchanged from June 2021 and 1.018 million tonnes in May. South America's alumina output had last recorded a change in May by...
Costa Rica’s import of aluminium household articles during 2019-21 demonstrates balanced growth
Costa Rica in general has a stable economy and a relatively high standard of living. The economy is majorly dependent on tourism and other growing sectors are agriculture and electronic components exports. The country’s GDP growth will recover gradually to 2.5% in 2021 and 3.4% in 2022, supported...
