U.S. automaker General Motors is making a big investment toward electrification. The automaker recently announced plans to invest nearly $800 million to build what it referred to as “Canada’s first large-scale commercial electric vehicle plant.” Drive toward electrification Much has been made of Tesla’s head start in the race toward electrification. In short, traditional automakers […]
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Week in Review: LME steel contracts; Thyssenkrupp’s spinoff effort; ‘green’ aluminum
Before we head into the weekend, let’s take a look back at the week that was in metals storylines here on MetalMiner, including Stuart Burns on LME steel contracts, the green revolution in aluminum and much more. Regarding the LME steel contracts, Burns noted, “For over 200 years, the London Metal Exchange (LME) has provided […]
This Morning in Metals: Rio Tinto, Meridian Energy reach deal on Tiwai Point aluminum smelter
This morning in metals news: Rio Tinto and Meridian Energy have reached a deal that will allow New Zealand’s Aluminum Smelter to continue operating the Tiwai Point aluminum smelter; BHP unveiled plans to build a new wind fence; and the Energy Information Administration (EIA) forecasts U.S. oil and natural gas production will fall this year. […]
Renewables/GOES MMI: First Cobalt inks refinery feedstock deals with Glencore, IXM SA
The Renewables Monthly Metals Index (MMI) rose 2.7% this month, as Toronto-based First Cobalt signed multiple refinery feedstock agreements. (Editor’s note: This report also includes coverage of grain-oriented electrical steel, or GOES.) First Cobalt signs refinery feedstock agreements Toronto-based First Cobalt announced Tuesday it has achieved a “key milestone” with new refinery feedstock agreements reached […]
This Morning in Metals: Oyu Tolgoi copper mine expansion faces termination by Mongolian government
This morning in metals news: Turquoise Hill Resources offered an update on the Oyu Tolgoi copper mine expansion project; renewable power generation will continue to rise this year in the U.S.; and the aluminum price has traded sideways over the last month. Are rising MW premiums causing concern? See how service centers take advantage of […]
This Morning in Metals: AISI releases first weekly raw steel production numbers of 2021
This morning in metals news: the American Iron and Steel Institute released its first report on U.S. raw steel production for 2021; Nippon Steel eyes its net-zero emissions goals; and, lastly, the U.S. hot-rolled coil price continues to surge. Become part of the MetalMiner LinkedIn group and stay connected to trends we’re watching and interesting […]
Europe’s truck makers to ditch diesel engines as part of 2040 pledge
Recognizing the direction of flow and going with it is certainly a good survival tactic, particularly with respect to diesel engines. So the move by European truck makers to tackle the challenge of a continent-wide commitment to decarburization should be seen as a refreshing attempt to mold the narrative and future landscape rather than refusing […]
This Morning in Metals: Steel capacity utilization rate reaches 73.2%
This morning in metals news: U.S. steel capacity utilization jumped to 73.2% last week; ArcelorMittal signed an investment agreement with Invitalia; and, lastly, the Aluminum Association congratulated two of President-elect Joe Biden’s cabinet nominations. Become part of the MetalMiner LinkedIn group and stay connected to trends we’re watching and interesting metal facts. U.S. steel capacity […]
This Morning in Metals: Liberty Steel to make over 100 layoffs at Georgetown steel mill
This morning in metals news: Liberty Steel will make over 100 layoffs at its Georgetown steel mill; U.S. energy-related carbon dioxide emissions fell in 2019; and, lastly, a new airport has opened at Rio Tinto’s Gudai-Darri mine. We’re offering timely emails with exclusive analyst commentary and some best practice advice – and you choose how […]
LME’s proposed low-carbon ‘green aluminum’ contract faces industry opposition
Readers of a recent Financial Times article reporting the opposition of major primary aluminum producers Norsk Hydro and Hindalco Industries to the LME’s proposed “green aluminum” contract may feel the primary producers are swimming against the tide of history. Aluminium is a core material needed for increasing efficiency and lowering carbon dioxide emissions by reducing […]
