Alumex launches design hub in Sri Lanka
27th July, 2026
Aluminium extrusion manufacturer Alumex has opened its “Alum Transcend Space” in Kotte, Sri Lanka.
US to cut aluminium import duties
24th July, 2026
President Donald Trump has created a programme to cut primary aluminium import tariffs from 50% to 25% for companies investing in US manufacturing.
Primetals secures China contract
24th July, 2026
Primetals Technologies has been awarded an order from Lidao New Energy for an aluminium foil mill project.
Latest issue: July/August 2026
This July/August issue, Maxime Vandersmissen, Chief Commercial Officer at Arctial, discusses how the company will develop Europe’s first new primary aluminium smelter in over 30 years.
We also speak to Jonathan Grant, the recently appointed Secretary General of the International Aluminium Institute (IAI), who outlines his objectives for the organisation.
Meanwhile, Daniel Marceau, Director of the University Research Centre on Aluminium (CURAL) in Canada, describes how CURAL will use $20 million in government funding to expand its laboratory and support local aluminium producers.
Elsewhere, the focus turns to recycling, with Nadine Bloxsome, CEO of the Aluminium Federation (ALFED), outlining how the UK needs to recognise aluminium scrap as a strategic resource.
We also review the ALFED House of Lords Lunch Reception and the World Aluminium Summit hosted by CRU, both held in London, UK.
Front cover image from Precimeter.
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