Hindalco Industries Becomes Newest Member Of International Copper Association

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The International Copper Association (ICA) has elected Hindalco Industries, one of the leading producers of cathodes and continuous-cast copper rods, as its newest member.

The company has been operating since 1958, and is the metals flagship company of the Aditya Birla Group.

Hindalco Industries is a leading supplier for the industry meeting requirements for India and the global market. In fact, as India’s largest copper producer, its state-of-the-art copper smelter is one of Asia’s largest single-location custom smelters.

Rohit Pathak, CEO - Copper Business, Hindalco Industries, said, "We are excited to join ICA and collaborate with the global copper fraternity to develop the value chain for this critical metal for the world's net zero transition. India is going to be one of the most exciting hubs for copper and its products over the next few decades. We believe Hindalco’s membership in ICA, as a global leader, will help strengthen the industry, and we look forward to contributing to sustainability efforts and the development of new applications and products in the copper sector."

Juan Ignacio Díaz, President, ICA added, “We are excited to welcome Hindalco Industries to ICA as a key global industry player, sharing our vision to advance the future of human development. We need not only more copper, but responsibly produced copper. Hindalco’s global presence and industry leadership in India, as well as their commitment to social responsibility and sustainable, innovative production practices only strengthens the ICA membership.”

Stephen Rowland, ICA Chair of the Board of Directors Glencore said, “ICA is the global voice for copper, providing global reach with local expertise. Hindalco Industries is a welcome addition to the association, advancing the organisation’s commitments to responsible production and sustainable development in India and beyond.”

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    Continental Introduces Sustainable Brake Fluid ATE SecuBrake

    ATE SecuBrake

    German technology company Continental has produced ATE SecuBrake, the first sustainable brake fluid free of any hazardous substances subject to labelling. It not only exceeds the requirements for DOT 4 brake fluids but is also suitable for electric vehicles.

    ATE SecuBrake is the first available product in the new ATE New Original line. 

    Tim Lunkenheimer, head of aftermarket product management for hydraulic brake systems at Continental, said, "ATE SecuBrake underscores our commitment as a premium manufacturer to break new ground in product development for the aftermarket. Workshops can make an important contribution to sustainability by increasingly using more eco-friendly products."

    The company says the ATE SecuBrake is certified according to the mass-balance standard. The starting point, ethylene, is derived mainly from renewable raw materials. With over 80 percent of raw materials obtained from renewable sources, it has got much lower CO2 footprint than with conventional brake fluids.

    The ATE SecuBrake also contains no borate esters, eliminating the need for hazardous substance labelling according to the EU Regulation on Classification, Labelling and Packaging of Substances and Mixtures (CLP) and the Globally Harmonised System of Classification and Labelling of Chemicals (GHS) developed by the United Nations.

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      Aqua Mist Is Callum’s Colour Of The Year 2025

      Callum - Aqua Mist

      British design and engineering studio Callum has selected Aqua Mist as its Colour of the Year 2025. The colour a fresh pastel blend of green and blue, it says is not only vibrant and optimistic but also promotes relaxation and tranquillity.

      The company says Aqua Mist represents renewal and innovation in a fast-changing world. The refreshing, soothing hue combines the calm of blue with the rejuvenation of green, perfect for creating peaceful, balanced spaces.

      It is for the first time Callum has introduced the Colour of the Year 2025, which it says will become an annual forecast of colour trends from its growing team of colour, material and finishes experts.

      Charlotte Jones, colour, material and finishes designer at Callum, said, “Aqua Mist offers a fresh, calming energy. Its soft and cool undertones are associated with tranquillity and openness, providing a balanced base that doesn’t overwhelm the senses. Its versatility means it is suited to a number of applications, materials and surface textures, while layering with Callum’s specially-selected balancing colours creates a fun, energetic vibe.

      Recent projects and collaborations have given us valuable insights into the needs, preferences and experiences of a variety of customers, particularly those who rely on well-considered inclusive design to enhance accessibility and comfort. We want the Callum Colour of the Year to spark conversations about how colour resonates with the emotional needs of customers and can help shape spaces and products that elicit deeper emotional responses.”

      Ian Callum, Design Director, Callum, said, “Every design team in the world looks at future aesthetics to stay relevant and appeal to ever-evolving consumer tastes. Plus, it’s creative and a lot of fun. The Callum Colour of the Year 2025 is the first time we’ve made any of our forecasting work public.”

      The company has identified a concise complementary palette, which sees Aqua Mist being balanced with Neon Riot and Midnight Tide, to create a playful, dynamic trio that offers an energetic yet approachable look, ideal for designs that need both vibrancy and sophistication - perfect for playful brands.

      Callum stated that Neon Riot is an attention-grabbing hot pink, which brings energy, fun and vibrancy to the palette by adding a pop of brightness. Midnight Tide on the other hand is a rich, deep blue, that grounds the other two colours with its darker, more intense shade, making the overall palette feel balanced and mature.

      The combination of Aqua Mist, Neon Riot and Midnight Tide in automotive projects it believes can create a bold, futuristic and attention-grabbing aesthetic, especially for brands or models aimed at trend-conscious audiences

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        Ola Electric’s Futurefactory Bags 5 Gold Awards At 49th ICQCC

        Ola Electric

        Ola Electric, one of India’s largest pure-play EV companies, has bagged five Gold Awards at the 49th International Convention on Quality Control Circles (ICQCC) held in Sri Lanka in November 2024.

        This landmark recognition was achieved by the company’s all-women workforce from Ola Futurefactory in Krishnagiri, Tamil Nadu, who competed against industry peers from 14 countries.

        The EV maker’s five teams won for the following projects –

        Paint Shop: Innovation in optimisation strategies that slashes operational costs.

        Motor Division: Enhancing product competitiveness by reducing Cost of Poor Quality (COPQ).

        General Assembly: Accelerating time-to-market by increasing capacity in the front fork sub-assembly process.

        Battery Shop: Improve battery pack productivity in order to meet the growing customer demands.

        Weld Shop: Improving robotics throughput to enhance operational efficiency and streamline workflows.

        Ola Electric acknowledged the role of its women-led teams from rural backgrounds, who showcased their work at the factory’s paint shop, motor shop, general assembly line, battery shop, and welding shop.

        “This recognition at ICQCC is a testament to our relentless pursuit of excellence with our incredibly talented women at the helm of the EV revolution at our Futurefactory. It reflects our ethos of blending innovation with empowerment and setting new benchmarks on the operational-heavy automotive shop floors, which are traditionally dominated by men. We are extremely happy to have started this shift in the Indian automotive manufacturing landscape and are committed to bringing more women on the shop floors,” commented an Ola spokesperson.

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          Siddharth Kirtane Appointed President, EV Division, Propel Industries Private Limited

          Siddharth Kirtane Appointed President, EV Division, Propel Industries Private Limited

          Coimbatore-based Propel Industries Private Limited has announced the appointment of Siddharth Kirtane as the President of its EV Division that makes heavy-duty e-trucks for construction and mining applications. Propel Industries – specialising in the manufacture of crushing equipment – homologated its electric heavy-duty Tipper (470 HEV) is September 2024 and has since been offering it in two battery variants—385 kWh and 256 kWh.  
          With a long-standing experience in the commercial vehicle industry in India as Head – Brand and Marketing, Volvo Trucks India; as Business Head – Construction and Infrastructure, Volvo Eicher Commercial Vehicles Ltd, and as Vice President, Marketing, Daimler India Commercial Vehicles, Kirtane will leverage his knowledge and expertise to scale up the EV business in his new role. 
           

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