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Hey there, aluminum aficionados! Rina Meng here, your go-to gal for all things aluminum profiles. Today, I’ve got some fascinating news that’ll make you go, “Whoa, aluminum is taking over the world!” Well, maybe not exactly, but close enough. Brace yourselves, because China is about to shake up the global aluminum market like nobody’s business!
According to the good folks at Novelis, the bigwigs in global aluminum production, we’re looking at a whopping increase in global aluminum demand. We’re talking about a jump from 19.2 million tons in 2011 to a mind-boggling 25.6 million tons by 2016. And guess what? A solid one-third of that increase will be fueled by none other than China! That’s right, my friends, the dragon is awakening, and it’s got a hankering for some aluminum.
Now, you might be wondering, “Why China?” Well, hold on to your hats, because I’ve got the scoop for you. Novelis recently spilled the beans in Shanghai, announcing a jaw-dropping investment of a cool US$100 million to construct an aluminum plate production plant in Changzhou, Jiangsu Province. This plant is set to churn out a staggering 120,000 tons of aluminum per year, all geared towards supplying both Chinese and foreign automobile manufacturers. Talk about a game-changer!
Philippe Marten, the President and CEO of Novelis, has some serious crystal ball skills. He predicts that the demand for automotive aluminum will grow at an average annual rate of 25% from 2010 to 2015. And that’s not all, folks! The electronic and high-end specialty products industries, think computers and mobile phones, are also jumping on the aluminum bandwagon. Their demand for aluminum is expected to grow at a steady 6% annually. Even the good ol’ traditional beverage cans will see a growth rate of 4-5% per year. Who knew aluminum could be so versatile?
But let’s not forget the shining star of the aluminum show—the automotive industry. Brace yourselves for this one, folks. Novelis currently holds over 50% of the global automotive aluminum market share. That’s right, they’re sitting pretty at the top of the aluminum pyramid. In 2011 alone, Novelis raked in a mind-blowing US$11 billion in global sales revenue. Now, that’s what I call aluminum domination!
According to Owen Meyer, the senior vice president of Novelis, Asia is set to experience a staggering growth in aluminum demand. From 2010 to 2020, the demand in Asia is expected to skyrocket from 8 million tons to a whopping 16 million tons. And guess who’s leading the pack? You got it—China! With an average annual growth rate of up to 10%, China is becoming the driving force behind the surge in aluminum demand. As the world’s largest automobile production and sales market, China is making waves in the aluminum industry.
Now, let’s zoom in on Novelis’ shiny new aluminum plate production plant in Changzhou. This baby is expected to kick into high gear by the end of 2014. And get this—it’s not just about replacing imports from European factories. Nope, this plant is all about supplying the Yangtze River Delta region directly. It’s a strategic move that’ll make the hearts of Chinese and foreign automobile manufacturers, electronics companies, and beverage industries skip a beat. Plus, they’ve got room for capacity expansion, so the sky’s the limit!
Philippe Marten himself couldn’t contain his excitement. He proudly declared that this is Novelis’ first direct investment project in China, and he’s not stopping there. Oh no, my friends, this is just the beginning. Novelis is ready to take on the world, one aluminum plate at a time!
Overall, the future of aluminum is looking brighter than a shooting star. With China leading the charge, the global aluminum market is set to experience a seismic shift. So, buckle up and get ready for an aluminum-filled adventure like no other!
Thanks for joining me on this aluminum extravaganza, folks. Remember, when life gives you aluminum, build something awesome! Until next time, stay shiny and keep those aluminum dreams alive. Catch you on the flip side!
