aluminium industry
Encouraging insights
The Global Aluminium Can Sustainability Summit in London has offered a plethora of intelligent insights over the past two days, and reflects an industry determined to reach decarbonisation goals, among many others.
Aluminium federation launches key industry report during UK metals expo
The Aluminium Federation (ALFED) launches its latest report, “The Aluminium Industry in the UK,” produced in collaboration with the Fraser of Allander Institute (FAI) at the University of Strathclyde.
Aluminum Association applauds Canadian tariffs on Chinese imports
The Aluminum Association has applauded a plan announced by the Canadian government to impose a 25% tariff (or “surtax”) on certain aluminium and aluminium products imported from China.
Aluminum Association supports efforts by the US and Mexico to rein in unfair metal trade
Under the agreement, aluminium products smelted and cast in Belarus, China, Iran and Russia will no longer be permitted to enter the US under an exemption that Mexico enjoys as part of the US-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA).
Domestic aluminium demand shows signs of industry rebound
The Aluminum Association has released preliminary estimates showing demand for the aluminium industry in North America (US and Canada) increased 4.3% year-over-year through the first quarter of 2024.
Tackling tighter sanctions
Russian metal import bans have compacted the aluminium market, but sanctions are expected to grow. By Liz Newmark, Heba Hashem and Naubet Bisenov
ALFED launches UK Aluminium Manifesto
Ahead of the UK’s upcoming general election, the Aluminium Federation (ALFED) is launching a comprehensive document outlining key stipulations for the next UK government to prioritise.
ALFED’s annual Sustainability Strategy Day approaches
After a successful event at BMA House in London last year, ALFED is back with this year’s theme of ‘Next Steps for the UK Aluminium Industry.’
Record recycling jobs and economic output for US aluminium
A new study by economic research firm, John Dunham & Associates, found that the US aluminium industry directly employs more than 164,000 workers and drives $92 billion in direct economic output.
US and EU aluminium associations highlight need for global arrangement
The Aluminum Association and European Aluminum sent a joint letter to the US trade representative and EU executive vice president and trade commissioner, ahead of continued discussions on the Global Arrangement on Sustainable Steel and Aluminium.
Net zero top of agenda for EnvironmentAL Sustainability Strategy Day
Taking place at BMA House in London on 1 June, ALFED’s EnvironmentAL Sustainability Strategy Day will see professionals from the UK’s aluminium supply chain come together to share successes, explore opportunities and discuss some of the sector’s most pressing topics.
Online marketplace for Chinese aluminium industry opens registration
Aluminium China organisers have announced the launch of ALU connect, a B2B online sourcing platform that helps global buyers connect with Chinese suppliers more easily in an end-to-end digital experience.
Industry moves to decarbonise the aluminium sector
Mission Possible Partnership (MPP), in collaboration with the International Aluminium Institute (IAI), has released a transition strategy to make the global goal of net zero by 2050 viable for the aluminium industry.
Continuing the beverage boom
Evert van de Weg studies the growth pattern of the beverage can market with Mark Smyth, author of the recent Smithers study The Future of Metal Packaging and Coatings to 2027.