When innovation meets execution, the aluminium industry leaps forward. Golden Aluminum Inc. (GAI) recently commissioned the commercial Nexcast® casting line at its Fort Lupton, Colorado, facility. This milestone signals a new era for high-alloy strip production and advanced aluminium manufacturing. A quantum leap in aluminium casting For decades, aluminium strip casting has been a pillar […]
As sustainability and material innovation reshape beverage packaging, new research has reinforced aluminium’s credentials as a viable alternative to traditional glass for wine packaging. Recent experimental results from a study conducted by researchers at the University of Florida demonstrate that aluminium cans can preserve wine quality comparably to glass bottles. Reassessing material choice in wine […]
Introduction As the aluminium industry continues to grow globally, the availability of skilled talent is a bottleneck for sustainable expansion. Emirates Global Aluminium (EGA), one of the world’s largest aluminium producers, is tackling this challenge head-on with a long-term training initiative that goes beyond employment numbers. It’s about capability, opportunity and building human capital that […]
Introduction In the global mining and aluminium industry, corporate responsibility is increasingly measured not just by output and efficiency, but by long-term social impact. Rio Tinto, one of the world’s largest diversified mining companies, is reinforcing this shift by placing community development and social wellbeing alongside its core operations. Beyond extracting resources, the company is […]
Decarbonisation at Hydro’s Alunorte alumina refinery is no longer a future ambition; it is operating equipment. The world’s largest single-site alumina refinery, located in northern Brazil, has commissioned two new electric boilers powered by renewable energy, replacing coal-fired units and marking a decisive shift away from fossil-based steam generation. The numbers that matter Image source: […]
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 […]
In the evolving landscape of recycling, aluminium stands out as a material with immense potential. Its ability to be recycled infinitely without degrading quality makes it a valuable resource in the circular economy. However, the efficiency of aluminium recycling hinges on the precision of sorting processes. Enter AI-powered robots, transforming how Material Recovery Facilities (MRFs) […]
The urgency for sustainable processes is no longer breaking news. As a result, global demand for aluminium surges, driven by industrialisation, urbanisation, and EV-driven mobility. In Nigeria, Terra Aqua, one of the country’s largest recyclers, is advancing this transition with strategic support from Manufacturing Africa (MA), a UK government-funded initiative under the Foreign, Commonwealth & […]
Innovus Engineering has launched two high-speed automatic canning machines, enhancing its leadership in aluminium packaging innovation. These machines are designed to meet the growing demand for efficient, sustainable packaging in the global food and beverage industry. Background The beverage industry is seeing a surge in demand for more sustainable and efficient packaging solutions. As brands […]
The thundering roar of Victoria Falls draws over a million tourists every year. But behind the awe-inspiring cascades lies a growing problem: the use of single-use plastics. Tourists wander viewpoints, cameras in hand. Empty plastic bottles litter bins and paths. Wildlife eats plastic; waterways clog. The natural beauty and ecological integrity of this UNESCO World […]
