Hindalco, a flagship metal company of the Aditya Birla group, is the global leader in aluminium rolling and India’s largest integrated aluminium player. It is a major global aluminium sheet supplier (BIW) to the automobile industry, and its subsidiary Novelis boasts a marquee customer base comprising most auto global OEMs. Today, Hindalco is leading the […]
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The global aluminium industry is like a complex ecosystem, where the slightest regulatory shift can send cascading effects throughout the entire value chain. Governments wield enormous influence over the industry’s trajectory, from energy policies to trade tariffs. Each decision made by governments worldwide can send ripples throughout the entire aluminium producers and consumers’ network. This […]
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The unrelenting spate of attacks on commercial vessels navigating through the Red Sea has sent shockwaves through the global aluminium market, causing massive disruptions in commodity trade routes. This crisis, the ever-escalating tensions, the knock-on supply chain issues, and the multifold rise in maritime shipping insurance premiums have forced a major reorganisation in the industry, […]
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Aluminium is a crucial element contributing to the development of modern technologies focusing on energy transition. It is also the reason behind the emission of greenhouse gases (GHGs) worldwide. The International Energy Agency (IEA) has reported that aluminium production alone contributes around 3 per cent of the GHG emissions (around 270 tonnes). The clean energy […]
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The exceptional features of aluminium make it an excellent choice for manufacturing various products ranging from household items to aerospace. If we talk about only the transportation sector, the automotive lightweight material market is anticipated to reach US$ 99.3 billion by 2025. This metal is by far the best option to construct long-distance power lines. […]
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With recent changes to how the Emissions Trading Scheme (ETS) and Carbon Price Support (CPS) compensation is calculated, this could have huge ramifications for UK aluminium. To help inform our members, we’ve put together a quick guide to the scheme, its recent changes, and what aluminium producers should do to take full advantage of the […]
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GlassPoint is helping to decarbonise the aluminium sector by using solar energy to generate steam, delivering a cost-effective and reliable solution for industry leaders. Tailored to meet the demands of industrial users, particularly those in challenging remote environments, GlassPoint’s enclosed trough technology has seen successful deployment in large-scale projects across California and the Middle East. […]
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Aluminium’s exceptional properties make it an optimal choice for manufacturing diverse products, spanning from everyday household items to advanced aerospace components. Its remarkable characteristics, including lightweight yet robust structure, excellent conductivity, corrosion resistance, and recyclability, contribute to its widespread utilisation across industries. This versatile material facilitates the creation of durable and efficient consumer goods and […]
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“Any business that functions as an agency today and is serving other businesses is an opportunity to create an internet- and online-led B2B marketplace and services,” Anant Vidur Puri, partner, Bessemer Venture Partners (BVP). As the global economy continues to transform at an unprecedented pace, technology has become an ever-present force. The aluminium sector hailed […]
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Our collaboration with Bosch Rexroth birthed the groundbreaking Shredding Ventiduedenti. It’s not just machinery; it’s a revolution in precision and efficiency. This cutting-edge system finely shreds materials to a tenth of a millimetre, making maintenance a breeze with its quad-cutting face. The innovative hydraulic motor designed by Bosch? It’s the heartbeat of this change, boosting […]
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