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Alumina prices hitting the roof! Should the aluminium industry be wary?

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China’s primary aluminium production in August marginally grew month-on-month from the previous month’s high by 0.16 per cent, indicating a steady operational scenario. At the end of August, the domestic operating capacity was 43.49 million tonnes versus 43.42 million tonnes a month ago. China’s primary aluminium production volume stood at 3.689 million tonnes in August […]


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Impact of consumer awareness on the demand for sustainable aluminium packaging

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Sustainability has become a pressing matter in the present times, and companies are working hard towards finding unique solutions to achieve their sustainability goals. Packaging is one such area that allows organisations to explore eco-friendly solutions and meet the expectations of environment-conscious customers. According to statistics, the demand for sustainable packaging is on the rise, […]


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Aluminium-Air battery: The future alternative in metal-air batteries for sustainable energy

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With 33 years of Industrial R&D experience and expertise, he is a visionary leader in innovative Research and Development driving New Product Development, process improvement, beneficiation of minerals, wealth from waste and decarbonisation efforts in aluminium industry. His leadership sparks open innovation and effective collaborations that translates research into real-world applications and sustainable business solutions. […]


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Use and misuse of Excel in the aluminium industry

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Dominance of spreadsheets I’m not exaggerating when spreadsheets have been the de facto tool for number crunching in aluminium manufacturing. Whether it’s a budget forecast, a process calculation, or a metal chemical composition, a spreadsheet is usually the format for storing and sharing both the data and the calculation logic. Why are spreadsheets so popular? […]


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The future is here: Aluminium and sustainable packaging

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Sustainable packaging is no longer a mere trend; it’s an essential cornerstone of modern consumerism. Consumers are increasingly demanding eco-friendly solutions. Aluminium has emerged as a front-runner. It has revolutionised how brands present their products. Its advantages are manifold, from protection to aesthetics. This makes aluminium a vital part of modern branding. Unlike other materials, […]


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Less waste, more greens: Advantages of aluminium in sustainable packaging

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It is estimated that 95 per cent of a product’s environmental impact is caused by its packaging. As sustainability practices are becoming an integral part of modern business and manufacturing, it is time to focus on making eco-friendly packaging, which is good for the product and the environment. Talking about sustainable packaging brings us to […]


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Sustainability in motion: Aluminium’s path to the low-carbon world

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The aluminium industry—a cornerstone of modern infrastructure and technology—is now at a critical juncture. Global demand for aluminium is set to increase by nearly 40 per cent by 2030 1. Thus, the industry faces the dual challenge of scaling production while cutting carbon emissions. Is it possible for the industry to make profits while helping […]


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GMG’s Graphene Aluminium-Ion Battery: Progress update and next steps toward commercialisation

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Graphene Manufacturing Group Ltd. (TSXV: GMG) (“GMG” or the “Company”) is pleased to provide the latest progress update on its Graphene Aluminium-Ion Battery technology (“G+AI Battery”), which is being developed by GMG and the University of Queensland (“UQ”). Notably, this update includes information about GMG’s G+AI Battery regarding: Electrochemistry optimisation 1000 mAh battery cell capacity […]


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The future of energy storage: Trends and forecasts for aluminium-air batteries

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In the evolving landscape of energy storage and electric vehicles (EVs), current solutions like lithium-ion batteries have dominated the market due to their reliability, high energy density, and efficiency. As the demand for cleaner, more sustainable, and longer-lasting energy storage solutions grows, aluminium-air batteries have emerged as a promising technology. Due to their high energy […]


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