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ASSA ABLOY opens a new door in Brazil with Rometal acquisition
ASSA ABLOY has agreed to acquire Brazilian aluminium solutions manufacturer Rometal, strengthening its manufacturing presence in Latin America while expanding its portfolio of door systems, furniture fittings and aluminium products. Announced on November 12, 2026, the proposed acquisition would bring an established Brazilian business with approximately 500 employees into the Swedish group's Americas Division. Rometal recorded sales of approximately BRL 332 million (USD 59 million) in 2025, equivalent to approximately SEK 580 million (USD 57.57 million) in ASSA ABLOY's announcement. The purchase price has not been disclosed. ASSA ABLOY described the company's EBIT margin in 2025 as strong and expects the transaction to be accretive to earnings per share from the start. Rometal acquisition...
Coolbrook brings 1,700°C electric heating tech in Australia’s alumina decarbonising drive
Finland-based renewable heat technology developer Coolbrook has joined Australia’s Heavy Industry Low-carbon Transition Cooperative Research Centre (HILT CRC) as an affiliate partner, bringing its electrified heating technology into research aimed at decarbonising alumina refining and the wider aluminium industry. The collaboration would explore how high-temperature electric heating can support next-generation alumina refineries, reducing reliance on fossil fuels. Coolbrook would work alongside major alumina and aluminium producers, including Emirates Global Aluminium (EGA), Alcoa, Rio Tinto, South32 and Hydro, as well as research organisations of CSIRO and Adelaide University. Initially, it would focus on HILT CRC’s Alumina Refineries’ Next-Generation Transition (AlumiNEXT) project,...
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LEARN MOREAL Circle Analysis: 278% China-US FRP rise, $692m Germany-France FRP trade, India’s 300m-can gap draw aluminium map
AL Circle Analysis: Alumina prices fall 22%, Ghana advances bauxite projects & global aluminium production rises 2.1%
Global alumina production remains below 2025 levels despite a Q3 rebound, reaching 114 million tonnes in 9M2026
Germany-France aluminium FRP trade 2026 at $692m: Two-way exchange of coil, sheet, foil and high-value products
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Qingdao Allheart Marine Co., Ltd. expands global reach as a premier aluminium boat manufacturer offering professional OEM and ODM solutions for commercial watercraft and offshore vessels
Qingdao Allheart Marine, established in 2012, is a high-tech aluminium boat manufacturer in Qingdao, China. Spanning 42,000 m, the facility produces over 60 vessel models from 4 to 30 meters, including fishing, work, patrol, pilot boats, tugs, water taxis, catamaran ferries, and landing crafts. Certified under ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, and CE, Allheart offers professional OEMper ODM solutions, exporting 50 per cent of its production to over 30 countries across Oceania, Europe, and the Americas. Qingdao, Shandongper China - November 11, 2026 Qingdao Allheart Marine Co., Ltd, a recognised leader in the maritime manufacturing sector, is reinforcing its commitment to international buyers seeking robust commercial watercraft and specialised marine solutions. Operating from an advanced...
Aluminium over innovation? The manufacturing logic behind Boeing's 747-8
When Airbus introduced the A380 and Boeing developed the 747-8, the two aerospace manufacturers took different approaches to aircraft materials. Airbus incorporated an advanced hybrid material known as Glass Laminate Reinforced Aluminium (GLARE) into selected sections of the A380's fuselage, while Boeing retained conventional aluminium for the main fuselage structure of the 747-8. The difference reflected not only their engineering priorities but also the manufacturing costs and production strategies behind the two aircraft programmes. GLARE combines thin sheets of aluminium with layers of glass-fibre-reinforced epoxy, creating a material designed to offer improved fatigue resistance while reducing structural weight. Its development represented an important step in aerospace materials...
75% less calcium leaching: Aluminium strengthens cement against sulphate attack
Aluminium could help make cement-based materials more resistant to chemical deterioration, according to a new molecular dynamics study that found a significant reduction in calcium leaching when aluminium was incorporated into cement hydrates. Increasing the aluminium-to-silicon ratio to 0.2 reduced calcium loss by approximately 75 per cent under simulated sodium sulphate exposure, highlighting a potential approach to improving the durability of concrete used in aggressive environments. The research examined calcium aluminosilicate hydrate (C-A-S-H), a key binding phase in cementitious materials, to understand how changes in its chemical composition influence resistance to sulphate attack. Sulphate ions found in seawater and groundwater can penetrate cement structures and disrupt the...
20m tonnes more: Rio Tinto launches $2.6bn Kangwinan project
Rio Tinto has launched its USD 2.6 billion Kangwinan bauxite project in Queensland, marking a major investment in the future of its Weipa operations. The project is expected to add 20 million tonnes of annual bauxite production capacity, with first output targeted for 2029 and full production anticipated by 2032. A groundbreaking ceremony in the Weipa region marked the start of the development, which Rio Tinto considers an important step in maintaining its long-term presence in Western Cape York. Armando Torres, managing director of Rio Tinto Pacific Operations, said the investment demonstrated the company's commitment to the region and its workforce. "For more than 60 years, we've operated in Western Cape York, building a world-class bauxite business and strong, enduring relationships...
Ghana to ban raw bauxite exports by 2030 under $1.5bn processing plan
Ghana plans to prohibit raw bauxite exports by the end of 2030 as the government steps up efforts to develop domestic mineral processing and strengthen its aluminium value chain. The initiative forms part of a USD 1.5 billion investment programme targeting the processing of manganese, bauxite, lithium and gold, announced by Finance Minister Dr Cassiel Ato Forson during the presentation of the 2027 Budget Statement and Economic Policy in Parliament on November 12, 2026. Under the government's targets, at least 50 per cent of Ghana's manganese and bauxite will be processed locally by the end of 2028, with full domestic processing planned by 2030. The policy is intended to move the country away from exporting raw minerals towards retaining more value through local industrial activity. "By...
Greece approves DRS Hellas’ €260 million collection project, targets 5 billion containers annually
Greece is preparing to give aluminium cans and 3plastic bottles a new economic value, with consumers set to receive their deposits back when they return used beverage containers for recycling. The initiative marks a significant step towards strengthening the country's packaging recovery infrastructure, while creating a more organised supply of recyclable materials for the packaging industry. The nationwide Deposit Return System (DRS), approved by the Hellenic Recycling Agency for DRS Hellas, is expected to begin operations in 2027. The initiative will introduce a nationwide collection network, with the potential to handle approximately 5 billion beverage containers annually. DRS Hellas to establish 8,700 collection points across Greece DRS Hellas plans to develop a network of 8,700...
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Amazon Kindle made of aluminium features recycled metal, premium design and replaceable battery
Amazon's Kindle made of aluminium introduces recycled aluminium into its entry-level e-reader range, highlighting the metal's growing application in consumer electronics. The aluminium-backed model combines a rigid metallic construction with a matte finish, built-in magnets for folio covers and a design that allows users to replace the battery. Compared with the standard plastic Kindle (2026), the aluminium version also offers additional storage and an ad-free lock screen. The Kindle made of aluminium features a rigid, matte-finished metal chassis that provides a premium appearance while eliminating body flex and naturally resisting oily fingerprint marks. Its construction incorporates built-in magnets on the back for attaching snap-on folio covers, while accessible external Torx screws...
Century Aluminum prepares for next phase of $4B Oklahoma smelter, targets 2030 production
Century Aluminum’s proposed USD 4 billion primary aluminum smelter in Inola, Oklahoma, is “moving forward on all fronts” as the company prepares for construction, despite local opposition and legal challenges, CEO Jesse Gary said during the company’s third-quarter earnings call. Developed jointly by Century Aluminum and Emirates Global Aluminium (EGA), the project is designed to produce 750,000 tonnes of primary aluminum annually, potentially doubling U.S. primary aluminum production. The facility is expected to create thousands of direct and indirect jobs and add USD 1.5 billion to Oklahoma’s gross domestic product, according to company estimates. The partners had targeted construction to begin by the end of 2026. However, local restrictions and permitting challenges have affected the...
Switzerland explores Indonesian bauxite and critical minerals for domestic manufacturing
Switzerland is seeking critical minerals from Indonesia to support domestic manufacturing, including producers of medical devices such as artificial joints, according to Swiss Ambassador to Indonesia Konstantin Obolensky. Speaking to reporters in Jakarta, Obolensky said Swiss manufacturers were seeking to diversify their mineral supply sources and viewed Indonesia as a potential supplier of materials required by local industries. He said, “There are critical minerals and other materials that Indonesia produces which are important for the Swiss industry.” Explore the production, demand and consumption forecasts of bauxite and alumina in our report: " Global Bauxite & Alumina Market Forecast to 2036: Supply–Demand, Trade Flows & Price Outlook " Indonesia has significant reserves of several...
Amazon Kindle made of aluminium features recycled metal, premium design and replaceable battery
Amazon's Kindle made of aluminium introduces recycled aluminium into its entry-level e-reader range, highlighting the metal's growing application in consumer electronics. The aluminium-backed model combines a rigid metallic construction with a matte finish, built-in magnets for folio covers and a design that allows users to replace the battery. Compared with the standard plastic Kindle (2026), the aluminium version also offers additional storage and an ad-free lock screen. The Kindle made of aluminium features a rigid, matte-finished metal chassis that provides a premium appearance while eliminating body flex and naturally resisting oily fingerprint marks. Its construction incorporates built-in magnets on the back for attaching snap-on folio covers, while accessible external Torx screws...
Century Aluminum prepares for next phase of $4B Oklahoma smelter, targets 2030 production
Century Aluminum’s proposed USD 4 billion primary aluminum smelter in Inola, Oklahoma, is “moving forward on all fronts” as the company prepares for construction, despite local opposition and legal challenges, CEO Jesse Gary said during the company’s third-quarter earnings call. Developed jointly by Century Aluminum and Emirates Global Aluminium (EGA), the project is designed to produce 750,000 tonnes of primary aluminum annually, potentially doubling U.S. primary aluminum production. The facility is expected to create thousands of direct and indirect jobs and add USD 1.5 billion to Oklahoma’s gross domestic product, according to company estimates. The partners had targeted construction to begin by the end of 2026. However, local restrictions and permitting challenges have affected the...
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