Novelis Inc. successfully completed the U.K.’s first full-scale hydrogen fuel switching demonstration in the aluminum industry at its Latchford plant — marking a major step toward industrial decarbonization. “This trial has been a major achievement for our team,” said Allan Sweeny, plant manager at Novelis Latchford. “It demonstrated that we can adapt our existing infrastructure […]
Novelis entered into a joint development agreement with DRT Holdings, LLC to accelerate the adoption of high-recycled-content alloys in aluminum beverage can ends. This collaboration aims to improve the manufacturing process for sustainable can ends, ensuring seamless adoption across the global metal packaging industry. “Novelis is committed to accelerating the transition to a more circular aluminum […]
Novelis and TOMRA Recycling presented groundbreaking advancements in aluminum recycling technologies via a new webinar titled, “From AI to Dynamic LIBS: How new sorting technologies drive growth in aluminum recycling,” hosted by industry experts Frank van de Winkel, business development manager – Metal, and Tom Jansen, head of the Metals segment, TOMRA; and Wilhelm Kiefer, […]
Novelis formed a new partnership with Meadow, a packaging tech company based in Stockholm, Sweden, under which Novelis will become part of the packaging technology provider’s network of supply chain partners for aluminum. This collaboration emphasizes both companies’ commitment to expanding the circular properties of aluminum into the consumer-packaged goods market. “We are proud to […]
Novelis signed a long-term commercial agreement with Velux Group, a global leader in roof windows and skylights, to accelerate decarbonization in the building industry. This strategic partnership will enable Velux roof windows and accessories to be manufactured using flat-rolled aluminum made from over 70% recycled content. “This agreement with Velux is a catalyst for transformation and […]
Novelis Aluminum Zhenjiang completed an automation upgrade project at its aluminum hot-rolling mill in Zhenjiang, Jiangsu province, China. The company recently awarded the final acceptance certificate (FAC) to Primetals Technologies for both Phase 1 and Phase 2 of the project. “The new solution from Primetals Technologies improves equipment reliability, positively impacting both efficiency and production […]
Novelis opened the Ulsan Aluminum Recycling Center at Ulsan Aluminum, which is Asia’s largest aluminum beverage can recycling facility, located in Yeongju, Gyeongsangbuk-do, South Korea. Fully funded by Novelis, the new center is equipped to process a wide range of post-consumer scrap — including aluminum from cans, automotive, and industrial sources — enhancing the company’s […]
Novelis introduced a new pilot material — an aluminum alloy coil made from 100% recycled end-of-life automotive aluminum scrap. The innovative material is suitable for car body outer skin applications, meeting the automotive industry’s strict requirements for surface quality and formability. “Automotive customers are constantly looking for ways to decarbonize their products while keeping them light, […]
Novelis, Shape Corp., and Metalsa are partnering to collaborate on testing, studying, and advancing electric vehicle (EV) battery tray concepts using aluminum roll forming technologies. The collaboration combines expertise in advanced roll forming, next-generation alloy development, and precision assembly to meet growing demand for the automotive EV sector. “The strength and expertise of this partnership is […]
