Scandium Canada, a technology metals company, has filed a provisional patent with the United States Patent and Trademark Office for aluminum scandium (Al-Sc) alloy powders specifically designed for additive manufacturing (AM). Developed in collaboration with McMaster University in Ontario, the alloys represent a significant intellectual property milestone after three years of research. The new patent,...
READ MORERio Tinto, a major British resource company, is preparing to increase its sales of scandium, a byproduct of titanium dioxide production, in response to rising demand. The company sees substantial growth potential for scandium oxide, particularly for use in high-strength aluminum alloys. Currently producing 3 tons of scandium annually in Canada, Rio Tinto is considering...
READ MOREArtificial Intelligence to Exacerbate Copper Shortages Developments in the artificial intelligence sector are expected to aggravate the looming shortage of copper, a metal crucial for the global transition to cleaner energy sources, according to Vandita Pant, CFO of BHP Group. The growth of data centers and AI technologies, which demand higher energy consumption for computing,...
READ MOREEgypt’s Misr Aluminum announced on Thursday that it is exploring the implementation of a rehabilitation plan aimed at extending the lifespan of its factories and increasing production capacity, according to a report by Al Mal. The company is considering various financing options to fund the initiative, including a potential capital hike. A decision on the...
READ MOREIn 2022, Guiyang Aluminum and Magnesium Design and Research Institute made its debut in the North American high-end market by signing a pre-feasibility study contract with Canada’s Rio Tinto Group for an aluminum electrolysis expansion project. This milestone was followed by Yunnan Shenhuo Intelligent Chemical Plant, one of the first in China’s non-ferrous metals industry...
READ MOREAston Martin’s efforts to enhance the sustainability of its supply chain have received a significant boost with the award of £6 million in government funding. The grant, provided through the Advanced Propulsion Centre UK (APC), will support Project PIVOT, a research and development initiative aimed at creating lightweight, sustainable aluminium castings for future Aston Martin...
READ MOREThe shift to electric vehicles (EVs) is opening new sustainability opportunities throughout the aluminium supply chain, driving efforts to increase recycling and reduce emissions. Novelis, a leader in aluminium recycling, has made significant strides in capturing aluminium for the global automotive industry through closed-loop recycling programs and new investments in recycling operations. However, the next...
READ MOREPress Metal Aluminium Holdings Berhad, Southeast Asia’s largest aluminum smelter, announced today a new joint venture with PT Alakasa Alumina Refineri (AAR), PT Dinamika Sejahtera Mandiri (DSM), and PT Kalimantan Alumina Nusantara (KAN). The collaboration will see KAN establish and operate an integrated alumina refinery, power plant, jetty, and supporting infrastructure in Sanggau, West Kalimantan,...
READ MOREChina’s imports of unwrought aluminum and aluminum products rose by 1.9% in August, reaching 280,000 metric tons compared to the same month last year, according to customs data released on Wednesday. For the first eight months of the year, total aluminum imports amounted to 2.58 million tons, a 51% increase year-on-year. The figures cover both...
READ MOREAston Martin has been awarded £6 million in UK Government funding through the Advanced Propulsion Centre UK (APC) to support the development of 100% recycled aluminium castings for its future models. This funding will be directed toward Project PIVOT, a collaborative initiative led by Coventry-based aluminium supplier Sarginsons. The project aims to revolutionize the casting...
READ MOREThe potential merger would position the combined entity as one of the largest aluminium producers globally, offering numerous strategic advantages, including increased production capacity, a broader global presence, improved environmental, social, and governance (ESG) performance, enhanced energy security, and greater shareholder value. HE Khalid Al Rumaihi, Chairman of Alba’s Board, emphasized that this partnership aligns...
READ MOREThe United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported that domestic primary aluminum production in the US was 55,000 metric tons (t) in June 2024, with average daily production at 1,830 t. This marks a slight decrease from the 1,840 t reported in May 2024, 12% less than in June 2023, and 30% lower than June 2022...
READ MORESaudi Arabian Mining Company (Ma’aden) has announced a major acquisition deal to purchase the remaining shares of Ma’aden Bauxite and Alumina Company (MBAC) and Ma’aden Aluminium Company (MAC), previously held by subsidiaries of Alcoa Corporation. The Share Purchase and Subscription Agreement (SPSA), signed on September 15, 2024, will allow Ma’aden to acquire a 25.1% stake...
READ MOREJapan Develops Innovative Alloy for Aviation Researchers at Japan’s National Institute of Materials Science have created an alloy of titanium and nickel that combines the strength of steel with the elasticity of rubber. In experiments, the alloy was elongated by 50% and then further stretched by 12% after being heated to 300°C. This process resulted...
READ MOREIn July 2024, Russia reclaimed its position as the top aluminum supplier to South Korea, increasing exports by 48% compared to June, reaching 29.8 thousand tons, according to reports from *RIA Novosti*. This marked the highest volume since March and amounted to $78 million in shipments. Russia had previously been the leading supplier in March...
READ MOREAluminium prices in China are projected to trend higher in September, supported by favorable macroeconomic conditions and a decline in production, particularly in Yunnan province, according to analysts from the Shanghai Metals Market. Production growth is anticipated to slow, with an estimated year-on-year increase of just 1.4% to about 3.6 million metric tons for the...
READ MOREHydro has inaugurated a new aluminium recycling plant in Székesfehérvár, Hungary, designed to process 15,000 tonnes of post-consumer scrap annually. The facility, which is expected to scale up production over time, addresses the increasing demand for low-carbon, recycled aluminium, particularly from the automotive sector. Eivind Kallevik, Hydro’s President and CEO, highlighted the growing market for...
READ MOREThe XII International Congress and Exhibition “Non-Ferrous Metals and Minerals – 2024” opened in Krasnoyarsk on September 10, with experts from 11 countries gathering to discuss advancements in metallurgy technologies. One of the highlights of the event was a presentation by Victor Mann, Technical Director of Rusal, who outlined the company’s progress in using inert...
READ MOREViva ACP, Asia’s largest producer of metal composite panels, has introduced a new line of advanced Aluminium Composite Panels (ACP) designed to improve the safety and performance of bus bodies in India. These lightweight panels offer reduced vehicle weight, enhanced fuel efficiency, and better overall performance, while also meeting the new safety standards set by...
READ MOREBaoshan Iron & Steel (Baosteel), Baowu Aluminum, and Japan’s Kobelco have received approval from the European Commission to establish a joint venture focusing on the production of automotive aluminium sheets. The transaction, reviewed under the EU Merger Regulation, raised no competition concerns within the European Economic Area, as confirmed by the Commission’s simplified merger review...
READ MOREGlobal Zinc Production Continues to Decline Global zinc ore production fell by 3.4% in the first half of 2024 due to reduced demand from metallurgical plants, particularly in China. Zinc orders from galvanized steel plants and hot-dip galvanizing operations have also decreased, according to data from the Lead and Zinc Study Group. China’s zinc concentrate...
READ MOREDucab Metals Business (DMB), part of the Ducab Group, has announced the doubling of its aluminium production capacity from 55,000 to 110,000 tonnes per year. The company has also expanded its copper production capabilities, responding to rising global demand for its UAE-manufactured products. This expansion supports the UAE’s industrial growth plan, Operation 300bn, which aims...
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Kam Kiu Aluminium Products Group, a Hong Kong-registered Chinese company, has announced plans to build a high-quality aluminum production facility in My Thuan Industrial Park, located in Nam Dinh Province, Vietnam. The investment for the project is estimated at $100 million. The new plant will focus on producing aluminum components for the automotive, electronics, and...
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Alpha HPA has officially commenced the second stage of construction on what will become the world’s largest single-site ultra-high purity aluminium materials refinery. The new facility, located in Gladstone, Australia, represents a major milestone for the company, which specializes in producing sustainable, ultra-high purity aluminium products in commercial quantities. The project is backed by substantial...
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