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Countdown to UK Metals Expo 2024: The Must-Attend Event of the Year for the Metals Industry

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BIRMINGHAM, England, Sept. 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — In just 7 days, the NEC Birmingham will become the epicenter of innovation and leadership in the metals sector. With exclusive launches, expert panels, and industry-defining discussions, this is an event you can’t afford to miss. Get your front-row seat to the future of metals!

UK Metals Expo 2024 (www.ukmetalsexpo.com) is the UK’s leading trade show that brings the entire supply chain together with the worlds of engineering, manufacturing, and construction. This year’s event promises to be the biggest yet, featuring:

300 exhibitors showcasing the latest products and innovations40 seminars across 4 themed stages100 expert speakers providing in-depth industry insights

Whether you’re looking to stay ahead of industry trends, form strategic partnerships, explore cutting-edge technologies, or network with industry leaders, UK Metals Expo 2024 is the event to attend.

What’s on Offer?

Diversity of Solutions Across the Entire Metals Supply Chain:
From primary metal manufacturing to supply chain management, design, metal processing, metalworking, fabrication, CNC machinery, surface finishing, and recycling, you’ll find a vast range of solutions all under one roof. At UK Metals Expo, you will find advice, technical expertise, and commercial offers tailored to your project challenges. Meet face-to-face with hundreds of leading suppliers, including Tata Steel, British Steel, ArcelorMittal, Smiths, Van Leeuwen, Acerinox, AMEG (Amari Metals Group), Marcegaglia, Outokumpu, Swiss Steel, Jacquet Metal, Kocaer, Kasto, Voss, and Voestalpine. And that’s just the tip of the iceberg! Check our website for the full list.

Exclusive Insights from Influencial Leaders:
The seminar programme kicks off on Wednesday, 11th September at 09:40 am with a keynote address by newly elected Stockton North Labour MP, Chris Macdonald. A champion of sustainable development and social equity, his address will set the tone for discussions on the UK’s industrial strategy under the new government.

At 10:30 am, catch a live interview with Tata Steel CEO Rajesh Nair and UK Metals Expo Chair Lord Redesdale, discussing the shift from blast furnaces to electric arc furnaces (EAF) and sustainability in steel production.

EAF technology will be further explored in panel discussions on 11th and 12th September with leaders from Tata Steel, British Steel, Celsa Steel, and Sheffield Forgemasters.

Exclusive Industry Launches:
Be among the first to access the results of the 2024 State of the UK Metals Industry report – the largest survey of its kind. Hard copies will be available, and findings will be discussed during the morning sessions each day by key industry figures including CBM CEO Steve Morley, UK Metals Council Chair Rachel Eade, and BSSA CEO Rob Cooper.

On day one, leaders from The Aluminium Federation, The Cast Metals Federation, The Cobalt Institute, and Johnson Matthey will launch the Back British Metals Initiative. This initiative calls for a long-term government strategy to support the UK’s essential metals industries.

Exclusive Networking and Business Opportunities:
Make the most of your day to arrange meetings with colleagues and clients in our Central Networking Area, co-sponsored by Tata and British Steel. Head to the Café des Arts, where you can continue seminar discussions and enjoy an exclusive showcase of metal-working and engineering masterpieces, including the Le Mans 2024 winning car.

On 12th September, “Meet the Funders” offers an invaluable opportunity to learn about securing funding for your projects. Following a panel discussion, network directly with funders from the Aerospace Technology Institute (ATI), Innovate UK Business Connect, Natwest Group, ZINC and and The Advanced Propulsion Centre UK.

TWI is proud to have been appointed as European Space Agency (ESA) Technology Broker in the UK. Do you have a product, service or innovation with potential to spin into the space industry or to spin out? Are you considering how to grow your business, or prepare it for transition into new markets in the future? If so, come and find out about this exciting new initiative on 11th September afternoon.

Metals Solutions for Sustainable Manufacturing:
Discover cutting-edge advancements in metal recycling and sustainable practices. Hear from major industry players like Volvo Cars, JLR, Rolls-Royce, Boeing, and William Hare as they tackle challenges with critical minerals, manufacturing from scrap, and strategies for reducing carbon emissions and achieving net zero.

Construction Day (12th September):
Focus on the future of construction with sessions on structural steel reuse, aluminium’s role, and opportunities to revolutionize the retrofit of 26 million homes. Explore how technology and data are transforming every stage of the construction process. Panellists include William Hare, BCSA, Trimble, Tata Steel, Energiesprong, BRE, and more.

Procurement and New Regulatory Challenges:

UK Metals Expo 2024 will tackle key issues like the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM), with insights from experts including Lord Redesdale, Frank S. Aaskov of Make UK, and representatives from HMRC and HM Treasury. They will offer practical advice on navigating these new regulations.

Additionally, the emerging Digital Product Passports (DPP) system is gaining attention in the construction and metals industries. Experts from Tata Steel, urban.Mass, and GS1 UK will explain what DPP is, what data it involves, its obligations, and whether it will become mandatory.

UK Metals Expo is more than just a trade show; it’s a highly enriching experience for your entire workforce. Whether you manufacture it, work with it, procure it, shape it, or fabricate it, if metals are part of your world, you should attend UK Metals Expo.

For the full conference agenda, exhibitor list, floor plan, and to receive your free badge, please visit www.ukmetalsexpo.com.

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The Battery Show Asia 2025: Uniting Global Innovators in Hong Kong

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July 15-17, 2025 | AsiaWorld-Expo, Hong Kong

HONG KONG, Sept. 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — The Battery Show, organized by Informa Markets, is a globally recognized platform for cutting-edge battery technology, energy storage solutions and electric/hybrid vehicle (EV/HV) innovations. It is expanding its reach with the inaugural The Battery Show Asia 2025, which will take place from July 15-17, 2025, at AsiaWorld-Expo in Hong Kong. This landmark event builds on the long-lasting success of The Battery Show in North America and Europe, highlighting the strategic importance of the Asian in the fast-evolving advanced battery, energy storage and e-mobility sectors. 

Over three days, The Battery Show Asia 2025 will feature 350+ exhibitors, attract over 15,000 industry professionals, and host 150+ expert speakers. The event will be a pivotal meeting ground for innovators, engineers, manufacturers, and thought leaders from Asia and around the world, offering a unique platform for collaboration, knowledge sharing, and business development in this dynamic industry.

Hong Kong, strategically located within the Greater Bay Area (GBA), is an ideal venue for this prestigious event. With its world-class connectivity and business-friendly environment, Hong Kong offers unparalleled access to the vibrant and diverse markets of China and the broader Asia-Pacific region, making it the perfect location for industry professionals looking to expand their global business footprint, either into Asia or from Asia to the rest of world.

The Battery Show Asia 2025 will feature a comprehensive exhibition showcasing the latest advancements in battery technology, energy storage solutions, and EV/HV innovations. Complementing the exhibition will be a cutting-edge conference program addressing critical topics such as policy and regulation, advanced technology, hydrogen energy, emerging applications, and investment trends. The show will be co-located with Mobility Tech Asia and Data Center Asia, further enhancing its appeal and reach across interconnected sectors.

Attendees will have exclusive opportunities to engage with leading battery and component manufacturers, EV/HV producers, renewable energy experts, and influential decision-makers from across the globe. With a strong international presence, the event promises to foster meaningful connections and strategic partnerships, particularly for those looking to engage with China’s rapidly advancing technology sector.

A series of exclusive networking events, including VIP receptions, an all-day Open Tech Forum, and the premium TBSA/MTA 2025 Conference, will offer additional opportunities for deep engagement and collaboration. Whether you’re showcasing innovations, exploring market insights, or expanding your professional network, The Battery Show Asia 2025 is the essential event to drive your business forward.

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For more information or partnership and sales inquiries, please contact:
info@thebatteryshow.asia

About Informa Markets:
Informa Markets creates platforms for industries and specialist markets to trade, innovate, and grow. Through our comprehensive portfolio of exhibitions, digital content, and services, we enable customers and partners to connect, discover new opportunities, and drive industry progress.

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Valmet to supply a new BCTMP line and an evaporator line to JK Paper Limited in India

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Valmet Oyj press release, September 20, 2024, at 9:30 a.m. EEST

ESPOO, Finland, Sept. 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Valmet is to supply a new bleached chemi-thermomechanical pulp (BCTMP) line and a related evaporator line to JK Paper Limited’s Fort Songadh mill in India. The new BCTMP line will manufacture high-quality BCTMP pulp for lightweight coated board production. The start-up is scheduled for the end of 2025.

The order was included in Valmet’s orders received of the second quarter 2024. The value of the order will not be disclosed.

“The new BCTMP and evaporator line will play a crucial role in our production process, enabling us to meet increasing market demands while adhering to the highest quality and environmental responsibility standards. Valmet’s unique high-temperature (HT) BCTMP technology will allow us to achieve superior pulp quality and energy efficiency, ensuring that we remain competitive in the global marketplace,” says A.S. Mehta, President, JK Paper Limited.

“The BCTMP order from JK Paper marks a significant continuation of our cooperation. We are privileged that Valmet has been chosen to contribute to their ongoing success. Our advanced HT-BCTMP and evaporator line technologies will enhance their production capabilities and support their efforts to minimize environmental impact through energy-efficient and resource-saving solutions,” says Fredrik Willgottson, Vice President, Pulp & Energy, Asia Pacific, Valmet.

Technical details about the delivery

The 400 ADMT/d BCTMP line is based on Valmet’s HT-BCTMP technology for optimized impregnation, producing pulp with high bulk and low shive content at minimum energy consumption. The line will include all main process technology for chip washing, pre-steaming, PREX impregnation, HC refining, MC bleaching, HC bleaching, LC refining, screening, reject refining, steam separation, heat recovery, and pulp washing.

The delivery includes a Mechanical Vapor Recompression (MVR) tube evaporator plant for handling the BCTMP plant liquor. It covers MVR evaporator effects, a tube concentrator, and a condensate treatment plant. The evaporator line includes Valmet’s patented Internal Condensate Treatment for producing cleaner condensate for recycling in the mill. The new line will have a design capacity of 180 tons of water per hour.

Information about JK Paper Limited

JK Paper Limited, an integrated pulp and paper plant, was established in 1962. The company is a leading Indian producer of office papers, coated papers, writing and printing papers, and high-end packaging boards. The company has three integrated Pulp and Paper Mills: Unit JKPM at Rayagada (Odisha), Unit CPM at Songadh (Gujarat), and Unit SPM at Kagaznagar, Telangana. The company’s installed capacity is around 800,000 tonnes per annum.

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Corporate Communications

For further information, please contact:
Pawan Kumar Agarwal, Director, India Region, Asia Pacific, Valmet, tel. +91 96540 69641
Fredrik Willgottson, Vice President, Pulp and Energy, Asia Pacific, Valmet, tel. +66 61384 7911

Valmet has a global customer base across various process industries. We are a leading global developer and supplier of process technologies, automation and services for the pulp, paper and energy industries, and with our automation and flow control solutions we serve an even wider base of process industries. Our more than 19,000 professionals around the world work close to our customers and are committed to moving our customers’ performance forward – every day.

The company has over 220 years of industrial history and a strong track record in continuous improvement and renewal. Valmet’s net sales in 2023 were approximately EUR 5.5 billion.

Valmet’s shares are listed on the Nasdaq Helsinki and the head office is in Espoo, Finland.

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The Second “FROM ZIQUEJIE TERRACES TO THE WORLD” Global Farming Culture Exchange and Mutual Learning Conference Held

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LOUDI, China, Sept. 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — On September 12, the opening ceremony and keynote speeches of the Second “FROM ZIQUEJIE TERRACES TO THE WORLD” Global Farming Culture Exchange and Mutual Learning Conference were presented in Xinhua County, Loudi City, Hunan Province. Over 200 guests, including representatives from international organizations such as the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN), the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), diplomats from terrace-cultivating countries like France and Peru, and domestic and international experts from the agriculture, culture, and tourism sectors, gathered to discuss key issues including the protection of global agricultural cultural heritage and the development of the green agricultural economy. Together, they explored ways to preserve and promote farming culture, showcasing Hunan’s unique approach to agricultural heritage protection and innovation, while contributing China’s solutions for the safeguarding of global agricultural cultural heritage.

During the opening ceremony, the Consensus on the Integrated Development of Terraces in Agriculture, Culture, and Tourism was released. The document promotes the understanding of the value of terraces, the protection of terrace ecosystems, the preservation of farming culture, the active promotion of agriculture, culture, and tourism integration, enhanced international exchange and cooperation, and the innovation of development models. The aim is to promote the effective protection and sustainable development of terraces globally, deepen the integration of agriculture, culture, and tourism, build distinctive terrace-based industrial chains, enhance the overall competitiveness of terrace regions, and achieve ecological, economic, and social benefits for all.

Terraced fields exemplify the harmonious coexistence of human ingenuity and nature. They carry rich agricultural traditions and historical memories, and their value in preserving biodiversity, ensuring food security, and promoting regional economic development is immeasurable. The Ziquejie Terraces, recognized as both a Globally Important Agricultural Heritage System and a World Heritage Irrigation Structure, are the product of the collective labor of the Miao, Yao, Dong, Han, and other ethnic groups throughout history. These terraces are a historical testament to the merging of mountain hunting cultures with rice farming cultures.

Looking ahead, Loudi City will further strengthen the protection of agricultural cultural heritage, promote cultural inheritance, and foster the integration of agriculture, culture, and tourism. Through these efforts, it aims to provide concrete examples of “authentic protection, living use, and industrial integration” for the world.

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