A potential easing of trade tensions between the United States and Canada could reshape the North American aluminum market, with European buyers facing the risk of stronger competition for Canadian metal. Import data from ITC Trade Map shows that US purchases of Canadian unwrought aluminum fell sharply in 2025, while imports from Canada increased across six European markets, highlighting how trade flows have evolved amid tariff uncertainty. The United States imported approximately 2.03 million metric tons of unwrought aluminum from Canada in 2025, down 25.9% from 2.74 million metric tons in 2024. The decline amounted to around 711,494 metric tons over the year. Import value also decreased, falling 22.2% from $7.82 billion to $6.09 billion. The figures come as the possibility of a...
Century Aluminum’s proposed USD 4 billion primary aluminum smelter in Inola, Oklahoma, is “moving forward on all fronts” as the company prepares for construction, despite local opposition and legal challenges, CEO Jesse Gary said during the company’s third-quarter earnings call. Developed jointly by Century Aluminum and Emirates Global Aluminium (EGA), the project is designed to produce 750,000 tonnes of primary aluminum annually, potentially doubling U.S. primary aluminum production. The facility is expected to create thousands of direct and indirect jobs and add USD 1.5 billion to Oklahoma’s gross domestic product, according to company estimates. The partners had targeted construction to begin by the end of 2026. However, local restrictions and permitting challenges have affected the...
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Japan’s exports of aluminium semi-finished products (plates, sheets, bars, etc.) to the US stood at 22,800 tonnes in the first half of 2019, representing an increase of 25.97% or 4,700 tonnes from 18,100 tonnes in the first half of 2018, according to the latest Mineral Industry Survey report from US Geological Survey. {newsStudioGallery} Exports of these products to the US climbed 41.99% year-on-year or 1,180 tonnes in June. Exports came in at 3,990 tonnes in June as compared to 2,810 tonnes in June 2018. On a month-on-month comparison, aluminium semi-finished exports increased 3.1% from 3,870 tonnes. Japan’s exports of total aluminium including scrap to the US stood at 30,400 tonnes in the first six months of 2019, an increase of 66.12% year-on-year. Japan had exported 18,300 tonnes to...
According to a recent report, BM Aluminium has announced that Smart Systems customers can place orders online for LogiKal software directly to Smarts. LogiKal is the leading software for the glazing industry to enable users to process single or multiple profile aluminium systems to complete estimations, quotes, CAD design, CNC links & manage production at all levels. As per the report, customers need to download and install the latest version of LogiKal to access the new function. They can contact BM Aluminium’s technical team as well who will complete the set up and configure the online ordering interface. BM Aluminium says the interface is user-friendly. It allows customers to amend, add or delete items before the order is sent to Smarts. Managing Director Dean Hodges explained:...
Australian Bauxite Limited (ABx) is a step closer to selling high-value aluminium fluoride to Australian aluminium smelters, as its subsidiary ALCORE has proven to be able to chemically refine the company’s bauxite and its components into aluminium fluoride and several other valuable co-products. ABx said ALCORE aims to convert low-grade bauxite worth $50 per tonne into valuable products worth more than $800 per tonne. It also said that aluminium fluoride is an essential electrolyte in aluminium smelters and its demand has increased with the growth of smelter production and use in lithium-ion batteries. Chief Executive Ian Levy said, "The ALCORE Research Centre has created a leading edge laboratory with the highest standards of safety, equipment and technology." "Exciting enhancements of...
The US dollar strengthened on Monday, as investors were attracted to its relatively high yield and the strength of the US economy. LME base metals closed mixed on Monday. LME aluminium stayed flat and SHFE aluminium gained 0.3%. LME aluminium closed 0.57% lower at US$ 1756 per tonne on Monday, 23 September 2019.Three-month LME aluminium dropped below the 20- and 40-day moving averages to a two-week low of US$1,777 per tonne on Monday, before it recovered from those losses to close flat at US$1,785.5 per tonne. It is expected to trade rangebound between US$1,770-1,830 per tonne today. As on September 23, Monday, LME aluminium cash (bid) price stood at US$ 1755 per tonne, LME official settlement price stands at US$ 1756 per tonne; 3-months bid price stands at US$ 1777.50 per tonne, 3-months...
Back on the continued decline in social inventories of primary aluminium, the price of A00 aluminium ingot has extended its rise today, September 24, by RMB 10 per tonne to stand at RMB 14,320 per tonne, found Shanghai Metals Market. This marks the third consecutive growth in the aluminium ingot price after a decline on September 19 from RMB 14,340 per tonne to RMB 14,270 per tonne. The average prices today are expected to range between RMB 14,300 per tonne and RMB 14,340 per tonne, with spot contract to be traded at a premium price of RMB 10-50 per tonne. However, since the A00 aluminium ingot price rise has not touched upon all the major Chinese cities today, only Tianjin, Foshan, Wuxi, and Hangzhou have witnessed the growth. While Tianjin has seen the highest rise of RMB 30 per tonne...
Rio Tinto has announced that all aluminium from Canadian operations is now independently certified and responsibly produced. The company’s Aluminium Stewardship Initiative Chain of Custody certification has been extended to include the BC Works smelter and Kemano Power Operations in Kitimat, British Columbia. Rio Tinto Aluminium vice president sales and marketing and ASI Board member Tolga Egrilmezer said, “This certification continues Rio Tinto’s leadership on responsible production. It increases the availability of ASI certified aluminium in a range of markets, giving customers the ability to offer end consumers products made with aluminium that meets the highest sustainability standards.” ASI certification means aluminium purchased from Rio Tinto’s Canadian operations has been produced...
The Aluminum Association hosted leaders from the fellow aluminium associations around the world in a meeting in Nashville, TN on the concluding day of the ALUMINUM USA trade show. The group discussed opportunities to highlight the report from earlier this year by the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD), “Measuring Distortions in International Markets: The Aluminium Value Chain”. The global industry leaders also discussed recent changes in global trade flow patterns for aluminium and aluminium products. Leaders from Europe, Canada, Russia, South Africa, Austria, Brazil, Australia, U.S., Japan and Norway all participated in the discussion. ALUMINUM USA is a biennial industry trade event covering the entire value chain from upstream (mining, smelting) via midstream...
Hydro’s five aluminium extrusion operations in Austria, France Germany, and Belgium have been certified against Aluminium Stewardship Initiative’s (ASI) Performance Standard for responsible production, sourcing and stewardship of aluminium. The company’s aluminium extrusion operations at Nenzing (Austria), Toulouse (France), Rackwitz and Uphusen (Germany), along with the aluminium tubing operation in Lichtervelde (Belgium) have been certified against ASI Performance Standard. “ASI certification is part of our strategy, and we will continue following up. It’s because consumers want sustainable materials from companies that do business the right way – and this is what Hydro is all about,” said Executive Vice President Egil Hogna, who is responsible for Hydro’s Extruded Solutions business...
Italian yard Cantiere delle Marche has reportedly launched 37.35 metre explorer yacht Acciaio 123, built from a steel hull and aluminium superstructure. The exterior styling and naval architecture of the yacht is designed by Hydro Tec. Acciaio 123 is the second unit in the CdM’s Acciaio series and follows the Acciaio 105, which was launched last year. Described by the yard as “impeccably contemporary”, the explorer features sophisticated interiors designed in-house with the owners. The total accommodation capacity is for up to 12 guests in five staterooms. Meanwhile, the crew quarters are allowed for up to seven staffs. Key features of the vehicle include an open-plan saloon on the main deck with separate areas for dining and lounging. Numerous interior spaces are spread across three...
According to Shanghai Metals Market, primary aluminium inventories continued to decline over the weekend, as deliveries exceeded arrivals. Stocks of primary aluminium across eight consumption areas in China, including SHFE warrants, stood at 957,000 tonnes as of Monday September 23, down 9,000 tonnes from 966,000 tonnes as of Thursday September 19. The chart below indicates the current status of primary aluminium inventories across all major China markets: Primary aluminium stocks in Wuxi, Jiangsu and Shanghai dropped 8,000 tonnes and 2,000 tonnes from Thursday September 19 to 289,000 tonnes and 184,000 tonnes as of Monday, September 23. Inventories in Nanhai, Guangdong stood at 263,000 tonnes, down 4,000 tonnes from Thursday’s total of 267,000 tonnes. In some areas like Gongyi, Henan,...
Silberline, a global supplier of aluminium effect pigments announced last week about an undergoing expansion of their Tamaqua, Pennsylvania production facility. The company held a dedication ceremony for its expanded waterborne aluminium pigment facility. The association’s Manager of Statistical Programs – and staff executive for the Pigments and Powder Division – Hank Sattlethight was present at the ceremony and announced the multimillion-dollar investment. After the expansion of the production capabilities to produce pigments compatible with waterborne coating systems, Silberline will become the leading waterborne compatible aluminium pigment manufacturer in North America. “Silberline is proud to announce the investment in our North American operations to create more environmentally...
Mexico’s aluminium scrap exports to the US in June 2019 outperformed the imports by about 5 per cent, found the United States Geological Survey. While the exports in the said duration pegged at 14,500 tonnes, the imports came in at 13,800 tonnes. {newsStudioGallery} Nonetheless, Mexico’s total aluminium scrap imports from January to June 2019 stood higher by about 14 per cent than the total amount of exports in the same period of time. The former stood at 93,100 tonnes, while the latter clocked at 81,800 tonnes. According to a report in August 2019, nonferrous metal scrap movements from the United States into Mexico had slowed down due to unstable Mexican economy. However, in May 2019, Mexico’s aluminium scrap imports from the US came in at 16,400 tonnes, up 8.6 per cent from 15, 100...
Zagorka, a Bulgarian beer brand from the city of Stara Zagora, has teamed up with Ball Corporation, a leading beverage can maker, to release two limited-edition cans featuring art by two Bulgarian artists, Ivan Shopov and Nasimo. Elitsa Ivanova, manager marketing Bulgaria, said: “Our co-operation with Ball has assured us that we can have the effect of high quality printing that we needed for the perfect visualisation of the art pieces. The brand chose to use fully recyclable packaging to appeal to its customers to be more sustainable and be cautious of its carbon footprint.” Zagorka has selected Ball’s 500ml standard can for its latest range. To enhance consumer’s experiences, Zagorka’s new product features Ball’s special QR code technology to allow consumers to download unique content,...
The Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh, India, YS Jagan Mohan Reddy, sanctioned an order to cancel bauxite mining in Visakhapatnam District. The order cancelled bauxite mining lease in 3,030 acres of land, in the forest areas of Visakhapatnam, awarded to Andhra Pradesh Mineral Development Corporation (APMDC) by the previous State Government. The Reddy had promised cancellation of bauxite mining lease to the people of the Agency area. The previous TDP government sanctioned the lease considering the potential of more income generation for the state. The Maoists and local tribals have been violently protesting bauxite mining in the designated area. Now, the Central Government will have to take the final decision on the cancellation orders of the present AP State Government. The mining blocks...
The US dollar rose against a basket of currencies on Friday, prompted by hopes of progress in US-China trade talks and that the Federal Reserve would not lower rates aggressively. LME base metals closed mixed in Friday. LME aluminium fell 0.5% and SHFE aluminium inched up 0.2%. LME aluminium ended the week higher on Friday’s closing but lost gains during Friday night after dollar’s gain. Three-month LME aluminium shed 0.53% to end at an intraday low of US$1,785.5 per tonne on Friday. It is expected to trade at US$1,780-1,830 per tonne today. As on September 20, Friday, LME aluminium cash (bid) price stood at US$ 1765.50 per tonne, LME official settlement price stands at US$ 1766 per tonne; 3-months bid price stands at US$ 1790 per tonne, 3-months offer price is US$ 1792 per tonne; Dec 20...
Data from the Shanxi branch of National Bureau of Statistics showed on Monday, September 23, that the aluminium production in the province came in at 530,000 tonnes during January-August, down 19 per cent year on year. Output in August stood at 70,000 tonnes, down 25 per cent from the same period last year, amid tight environmental controls. Shanxi, as a key aluminium production base, aims to produce 1.1 million tonnes in 2019. The production during January-August could meet 48 per cent of the target, found the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology. Slow domestic output and tight aluminium ingot supply as a result has thus bolstered the Chinese aluminium prices, with the Shanghai Futures Exchange’s most active November 2019 aluminium futures contract closing at RMB 14,225 per...
A00 aluminium ingot price started the week higher at RMB 14310 per tonne on Monday, 23 September 2019. That was up by RMB 30 per tonne or 0.21 per cent from its previous price of RMB 14280 per tonne on Friday. The price is expected to move within a range of RMB 14290-14330 per tonne. Wuxi witnessed the highest increase in aluminium ingot price. The price stood at RMB 14320 per tonne, up by RMB 40 per tonne from its previous price. The average price is likely to range at RMB 14310-14330 per tonne. Aluminium price in Foshan was up RMB 30 per tonne to RMB 14350 per tonne. The average price is expected to range within 14330- 14370 per tonne. In Hangzhou and Chongqing, aluminium ingot price climbed by RMB 25 per tonne and RMB 30 per tonne to stand at RMB 14330 per tonne and RMB 14340 per...
A proposed aluminium recycling plant in Wisconsin Rapids is likely to start construction soon after securing all the necessary permits. Matalco’s US$80 million aluminium recycling plant in Wisconsin Rapids got the preliminary approval for the land and the project from the city's Finance and Property Committee in March 2019. “All approvals from state and local agencies have been secured and the necessary permits have been issued to begin construction,” said Mayor Zach Vruwink. Matalco, Inc. announced in January 2019 that it would invest US$80 million to construct a manufacturing facility for secondary aluminium billet in the Rapids East Commerce Center. The company will employ 80 permanent, full-time workers in the 110,000 square feet plant with a capacity to produce 230 million pounds of...
