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RUSAL introduces next generation of one of the most in-demand products – MaxiFlow 2.0

RUSAL, one of the world's largest aluminium producers, has successfully completed development and began field-scale tests of a new generation of MaxiFlow billets, version 2.0. This innovation will enable RUSAL's customers to significantly increase extrusion speed and overall production efficiency. The predecessor of this new product – MaxiFlow 1.0 – has already become one of the most in-demand products within RUSAL's product line. MaxiFlow 2.0 is the next generation of High Speed 6000 series ...
18 March 2024., 11:45   comment

Nornickel announces Consolidated Production Results for 2023

Nornickel, the world’s largest producer of palladium and high-grade nickel and a major producer of platinum and copper, announces preliminary consolidated production results for the fourth quarter and the full year 2023 and production outlook for the full year 2024. Senior Vice-President — Operational Director, Sergey Stepanov commented on the production results, “In 2023, the Company slightly decreased the output of all key metals, except for platinum, as a result of lower mined rich and cuprous ...
31 January 2024., 09:53   comment

Norilsk nickel completed the relocation of Bystra to Russia

The Cypriot company GRK EASTERN GEOLOGY LIMITED, which is in the process of liquidation, was excluded from its ownership structure. Its shareholders received shares of Holding Company BYSTRA in proportion to their stakes in the authorised capital, thus the distribution of shares among the shareholders of Bystra remained unchanged: Nornickel — 50.01%, Interros — 36.66% and United Resources Limited (a structure of the HOPU Investments fund) — 13.33%. Vladimir Potanin, President of Nornickel, commented: ...
25 December 2023., 15:18   comment

RUSAL creates a new AlZn alloy for the automotive industry

RUSAL announces the creation of a new AlZn alloy for the automotive industry. The Company has been successfully running several R&D projects with top global automotive parts suppliers on proprietary AlZn alloy. The new alloy is developed on the basis of the Al-Zn-Mg system with additional alloying with Fe-Ni to improve manufacturability during casting. It has increased strength characteristics compared to those serial alloys that are widely used in the automotive industry. This high-strength ...
25 December 2023., 15:16   comment

In 2023, the Demand for Aluminium Sandwich Panels is Expected to Increase by 300%

The Aluminium Association Predicts a 300% Increase in Consumption of Aluminium Clad Sandwich Panels in 2023, Reaching 200,000 m2 and Accounting for 4% of the Corrosion Resistant Sandwich Panel Market. "Using Aluminium in Sandwich Panels Doubles the Lifespan of Enclosing Structures and Provides Protection Against Through Corrosion Compared to Galvanised Solutions. Demand for Such an Innovative Product is Set to Grow. The Reason is Simple - Resource Economy. Using Aluminium Reduces Ownership Costs ...
28 September 2023., 13:26   comment

Nornickel speeds up the development of m&m IT solutions on Yandex Cloud

Nornickel has moved the development of products for mining and geological modelling and planning to Yandex Cloud’s infrastructure, development and data platform services. The cloud infrastructure was deployed within the shortest time possible. Previously, the Company had used in-house servers for these purposes. As a result, some of ML-related processes have been accelerated by as much as 18%. Nornickel has switched to Yandex Cloud products not only to meet its internal needs, but also to develop ...
09 January 2023., 14:52   comment

Nornickel presents metals market review

— Nornickel, the world’s largest producer of palladium and high-grade nickel and a major producer of platinum and copper presents the eleventh review of the nickel and platinum group metals (PGM) markets based on the fundamental analysis of world economic and industry data. Nickel In early 2023, nickel has been the worst performer among base metals on the London Metal Exchange (LME). This was caused not only by a 45% price increase in 2022 and a subsequent correction, but also by worsening market ...
13 July 2023., 10:58   comment

RUSAL adopts a Social Impact Strategy

The Board of RUSAL, a leading global aluminium producer, has adopted the corporate Social Impact Strategy until 2035. The strategy focuses on the well-being of employees and their families, as well as bringing the quality of living up and ensuring the development of the areas where the Company operates. RUSAL has been actively involved in social projects, offering support to local communities and initiatives in various areas since its foundation in 2000. The Company aims at creating social impact ...
13 July 2023., 10:55   comment