Tag: Aluminium
Alcoa expands reach with Alumina acquisition
Alcoa Corporation announced the completion of its acquisition of Alumina Limited, a move that enhances Alcoa’s position in the global aluminium industry.
Purdue researchers develop high-strength aluminium alloys for additive manufacturing
Purdue University material engineers have developed a process to create ultrahigh-strength aluminium alloys suitable for additive manufacturing by utilising their plastic deformability.
Titomic cold spray tech to shield Woodside’s offshore platform from corrosion
Woodside Energy, in collaboration with Monadelphous Group, announced plans to utilize the D523 System, developed by Titomic Limited, for corrosion mitigation on its offshore gas platform located near Karratha, Western Australia.
Incat Tasmania partners with DFDS to design next-gen electric-hybrid ferry
Incat Tasmania announced its collaboration with Danish Shipping and Logistics Company DFDS to conduct a design study for a state-of-the-art electric-hybrid ferry.
UNSW expert urges action to reduce construction’s carbon footprint in Australia
In a recent statement, a leading expert from UNSW emphasised the urgent need for measures to mitigate the environmental impact of construction in Australia.
Alcoa reports Q4 2023 earnings with focus on cost reduction, production curtailment
In the wake of Alcoa Corp's fourth-quarter 2023 earnings release, ASX-listed Alumina Limited has highlighted key developments in the AWAC joint venture and underscores the company's commitment to navigating the challenging market conditions.
Alcoa to curtail Kwinana refinery, to axe over 1,000 jobs
Global aluminium producer Alcoa has announced its decision to curtail production at its Kwinana Alumina Refinery in Western Australia in the second quarter of 2024.
DECO Australia’s Southwest Sydney facility now powered with solar energy
DECO Australia, a family-owned manufacturer of timber-look aluminium building products, has successfully equipped its manufacturing facility in Minto, Southwest Sydney, with over 950 solar panels.
Aluminium secures spot on Australia’s Strategic Materials roster
Australia has officially recognised the critical importance of aluminium in the global transition to a net-zero future by including it in the newly unveiled Strategic Materials List.
Rio Tinto and Giampaolo Group finalise Matalco aluminium recycling deal
Australian mining giant Rio Tinto and Giampaolo Group have successfully concluded their transaction to establish the Matalco joint venture in a move to address the growing demand from manufacturers for low carbon materials.
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