Updated on 21 November 2025 Aluminium is everywhere, from the bauxite mines to the sleek products we use daily. But how well do we understand the journey of this versatile metal? That’s where AL Pedia, a knowledge hub under AL Learn, comes in. Through AL Pedia, we’re building an easy-to-follow A-Z encyclopedia of aluminium, covering […]
Many metals and metallic alloys, thanks to their properties and functions, are critical to nearly every technology and industry. However, metal resources are non-renewable and undergo some mass loss during their use. Aluminium, with its many superior properties, offers significant potential for improvement in process metallurgy, both through sustainable material design and its recyclability. In […]
The aluminium industry is seeing a surge in hiring across regions as fabrication, extrusion and downstream sectors expand. Whether you’re in sales, intelligence, engineering or operations, now’s a strong time to act. Here are 7 live job listings from different companies. Apply fast, as these roles move quickly. Featured job openings Job 1 Role: Plant […]
VisionF Yachts has dropped a serious head-turner: the VisionF 101, a 30.7-metre aluminium power catamaran that’s now the largest in its lineup and the first of its size to meet RINA Commercial Class standards. Think less “boat for the weekend” and more “floating modern villa that just happens to travel.” Aluminium doing the heavy lifting […]
The playwright George Bernard Shaw once said that a wise man changes his mind; a fool never will. We can, but also hope that supranational political entities like the European Union (EU) have the confidence and wisdom to reject foolish policy and legislation when it is exposed as such. Yet few measures better capture the […]
The aluminium extrusion market has evolved into one of the most dynamic segments of the global metals industry, serving as a critical enabler of the world’s transition toward a low-carbon and technology-driven economy. From electric mobility to renewable energy and sustainable infrastructure, aluminium extrusions have become the backbone of modern innovation, lightweight, durable and infinitely […]
Investing in the Gladstone community Since 2002, Rio Tinto’s flagship community programme, “Here for Gladstone”, has focused on enhancing the health, livelihood and welfare of the Gladstone region in Queensland, Australia. Through this initiative, Rio Tinto has made a remarkable impact on the local community and economy. Image Credit: Gladstonenews Key achievements Economic impact of […]
Tournaire has introduced the Omni Plus aluminium bottle range, engineered with circular economy principles at its core. Its mono‑bloc construction ensures each bottle is made from a single piece of aluminium, eliminating weak points and improving durability. This advanced deep-drawing process enables wall-thickness optimisation, reducing weight by 7% without compromising performance. Image credit: Tournaire Sustainability at […]