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Alba Sets Benchmark in GCC with 4-Star Safety Rating by British Safety Council

Alba Sets Benchmark in GCC with 4-Star Safety Rating by British Safety Council

Aluminium Bahrain B.S.C. (Alba), a leading smelter in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), has marked a significant achievement by becoming the first in the region to secure a 4-star audit rating in the Five Star Occupational Health and Safety Audit conducted by...

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North American Aluminum Associations Advocate for Robust Trade Policies

In a significant move, the Aluminum Association, Instituto Mexicano del Aluminio, and the Aluminium Association of Canada have collectively called for enhanced trade policies, including ongoing tariff-free trade, increased import monitoring, and stronger trade enforcement. This appeal was outlined in a detailed letter addressed to trade officials in Canada, Mexico, and the United States, presented […]

Hydro Launches Advanced Aluminium Recycling Facility in Michigan

On November 16, Hydro, a leading player in the aluminium industry, marked a significant milestone with the inauguration of its new recycling plant in Cassopolis, Michigan. The plant, which represents an investment of 150 million USD, was completed 18 months after groundbreaking. It is poised to produce an impressive 120,000 metric tons (approximately 132,277 U.S. […]

European Aluminium Urges EU for Broader Sanctions on Russian Aluminium

European Aluminium, a prominent industry group, has called for the European Union (EU) to expand its import bans on Russian aluminium. The statement was made on Friday, highlighting concerns that the current proposals for sanctions are insufficiently comprehensive. The EU is presently discussing a 12th package of sanctions, proposed by the European Commission. These sanctions […]

Hydro and UK’s WEVC Join Forces for Eco-Friendly Electric Vans

In a significant move towards eco-friendly transportation, Hydro, a notable aluminium manufacturer, has partnered with the UK-based electric vehicle startup, Watt Electric Vehicle Company (WEVC). Announced on Wednesday, this collaboration aims to incorporate recycled and low-carbon aluminium in the production of commercial electric vans, marking a stride in achieving the climate goals set by WEVC […]