Tag: Aluminium

For over three decades, Austal has been a leader in Australian shipbuilding, transforming from a small fishing vessel manufacturer into a global force in lightweight, high-performance ship design. 

In a major move for the Australian aluminium industry, the Australian Aluminium Council (AAC) has revealed the integration of the Australian Aluminium Extrusion Association (AAEA) into its membership and organisational framework.

The Economic Contribution of the Vertically Integrated Australian Aluminium Industry report, commissioned by the Australian Aluminium Council, has outlined how the sector—one of the few globally with a complete mine-to-market supply chain—generates more than AUD 18 billion annually and provides over 20,700 direct and 55,000 indirect jobs. 

The transformation of Alpha HPA’s project in Gladstone into what it claims as the world’s largest ultra-high purity alumina refinery has officially commenced, marking a significant milestone in high-technology manufacturing in Australia. 

Alcoa Corporation announced the completion of its acquisition of Alumina Limited, a move that enhances Alcoa’s position in the global aluminium industry. 

Purdue University material engineers have developed a process to create ultrahigh-strength aluminium alloys suitable for additive manufacturing by utilising their plastic deformability.

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 announced its collaboration with Danish Shipping and Logistics Company DFDS to conduct a design study for a state-of-the-art electric-hybrid ferry.

In a recent statement, a leading expert from UNSW emphasised the urgent need for measures to mitigate the environmental impact of construction in Australia.

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.