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23/02/2025

Indian carbon market coming by 2026, will the aluminium sector fall under its scope?

Although the aluminium sector has not been explicitly mentioned so far, discussions around Indian industries—particularly producers and exporters—and the reliance on fossil fuels, along with the implications of CBAM, undoubtedly bring the sector into focus.

23/02/2025

Upstream weekly recap: METLEN secures long-term bauxite supply deal with Rio Tinto; NALCO unveils ambitious INR 30,000 crore expansion strategy https://www.alcircle.com/news/upstream-weekly-recap-metlen-secures-long-term-bauxite-supply-deal-with-rio-tinto-nalco-unveils-ambitious-inr-30-000-crore-expansion-strategy-113366

23/02/2025

Tug-of-war between longs and shorts in the aluminium market intensifies, is expected to support bottom resilience

Futures: Yesterday, the SHFE aluminium 2504 contract opened at RMB 20,865 per tonne, peaked at RMB 20,895 per tonne, hit a low of RMB 20,820 per to...

23/02/2025

Sustainaholics, in partnership with Lagardère Travel Retail and Compass Supply Solutions, has unveiled a pioneering range of spirits packaged in fully recycled 5cl aluminium bottles at UK airports.

23/02/2025

Stay tuned for the Next week in Hedging with Jorge https://blog.alcircle.com/author/jorge/

21/02/2025

Europe’s sanctions strategy evolves: Russian aluminium and ‘Ghost Fleet’ trade routes under attack

However, this latest package, set to be formally adopted by EU foreign ministers on February 14, 2025, aims to sustain pressure on Moscow ahead of the third anniversary of the Russia-Ukraine geopolitical crisis. Among the measures included is a ban on Russian aluminium imports.

21/02/2025

Aluminium motorcycles = faster, lighter, and more fun! Find out which 7 bikes made the list of the top aluminium-built machines under 500cc.

Motorcycle enthusiasts, get ready to rev your engines! Whether you're a city commuter, a leisure traveller, or an adventurous rider, the two-wheele...

21/02/2025

Speira's Recycling Services and SMS group have formed a strategic partnership to enhance operational standards through advanced digitalisation technologies for scrap handling

Speira's Recycling Services and SMS group have formed a strategic partnership to enhance operational standards through advanced digitalisation technologies for scrap handling at Speira's sites in Töging am Inn, Grevenbroich, and Deizisau.

21/02/2025

EU 16th sanctions package | Aluminium: The European industry is being deprived of strategic supplies at the worst possible moment

The Russian aluminium industry represents less than 0.5 per cent of the country's GDP, and the ban covers essentially one private company, RUSAL, which is the sole significant exporter. The company's sales to the EU recently amounted to roughly 2 billion euros. This amount was misleadingly presented...

21/02/2025

📖Aluminium Industry: Focus Europe
“The EU's ambitious carbon reduction targets are transforming the aluminium sector, with the focus firmly on achieving sustainability,” Nadine Bloxsome, CEO, Aluminium Federation (ALFED)
Access the e-Magazine in English, Duits, 中国人 and Français: ➡️ https://www.alcircle.com/emagazine/aluminium-industry-focus-europe-1029?page=26

21/02/2025

Canyon bolsters Board with the appointment of Dean Horton

Horton is a senior corporate finance professional with over 25 years of international experience in the development and financing of energy, natural resource and infrastructure projects. Horton has held senior roles with leading financial institutions across Australia, Africa, the Gulf Region, Hong...

21/02/2025

ALU 90, the flagship model from Sancrea Yachts and a product of collaboration with Azerbaijan-based Abbasli Design takes the centre stage at Dubai International Boat Show

At the Dubai International Boat Show, Turkish yacht manufacturer Sancrea Yachts unveiled its latest collection of aluminium yachts, headlined by the impressive ALU 90.

21/02/2025

Global power is shifting. Solar, wind and aluminium are driving the future of energy. To learn how read our latest blog: https://blog.alcircle.com/power-generation-the-boom-of-renewable-energy/

21/02/2025

Undoubtedly, the construction of a company like GALTCO will be one of the most important chapters in Colombia's industrial history - Andrés Rojas https://www.alcircle.com/interview/detail/113358/undoubtedly-the-construction-of-a-company-like-galtco-will-be-one-of-the-most-important-chapters-in-colombia-s-industrial-history-andres-rojas-countr

21/02/2025

Novelis unlocks new milestone by using hydrogen fuel at its Latchford recycling facility. Moving towards a CO₂e free environment soon

Novelis Inc., a global leader in sustainable aluminium solutions and the foremost company in aluminium rolling and recycling, has successfully tested hydrogen fuel to power a recycling furnace at its Latchford, Warrington plant in the UK.

21/02/2025

Strategic move: METLEN taps Rio Tinto for long-term bauxite supply

Under the first agreement, Rio Tinto will supply METLEN with approximately 14.9 million tonnes of bauxite from the CBG mine in Guinea over an 11-year period, spanning from 2027 to 2037. This bauxite supply will complement METLEN’s existing production from its local mines in Greece, ensuring a stab...

21/02/2025

Alumina refineries show weak purchase willingness at high prices; imported bauxite index prices continue to decline

This week, the domestic bauxite market mainly remained stable. As of Thursday, the transaction price for bauxite with an Al/Si ratio of 5.0 and alu...

20/02/2025

Mercedes-Benz warns of profit decline, tightens belt with cost-cutting drive

Aluminium is increasingly replacing steel in vehicle construction due to its lightweight properties, enhancing energy efficiency and reducing carbon dioxide emissions. In electric vehicles, this weight reduction extends the driving range. The amount of aluminium used in Mercedes-Benz vehicles varies...