Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi visited Emirates Global Aluminium’s (EGA) Jebel Ali site in Dubai, highlighting the strategic importance of the NALCO–EGA technology licensing partnership in strengthening Odisha’s aluminium industry. During the visit, Majhi emphasised how the collaboration...
Apple’s iPhone 18 Pro Max has moved from a titanium frame to an aluminium unibody, marking one of the biggest material changes. The new phone uses an aluminium unibody alongside 40 per cent recycled content, while adding a larger display, upgraded cameras and longer battery life. The iPhone 15 Pro...
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Peripheral operations have been paused at the South32-owned Worsley Alumina refinery near Collie, in Western Australia, after a contractor sustained injuries at the site around 4 am on March 14. Emergency services and first aid were administered to the injured 47-year-old worker at the refinery....
By partnering with Monitizer, Lianhuashan Foundry brings every aspect of production into one clear view—unlocking greater efficiency, reducing energy costs, improving quality and increasing uptime. This data-driven approach empowers the team to lead the way in smart, sustainable manufacturing....
Striving for a circular economy and a sustainable future, India has decided to commission only domestically produced solar ingots and wafers for renewable energy firms, starting June 2028. Proposed by the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE), the strategy is aimed at reducing dependency on...
India’s largest aluminium producer, Vedanta Aluminium, is celebrating the 55th National Safety Month at its massive plant in Jharsuguda. Due to this, the firm is celebrating via a variety of well-structured and engaging initiatives aimed at boosting workplace safety and nurturing a culture of...
Futures: In the night session on March 18, the SHFE aluminium 2605 contract opened at RMB 24,800 per tonne, hit an intraday high of RMB 24,880 per tonne and a low of RMB 24,575 per tonne, and finally closed at RMB 24,835 per tonne, up RMB 35 per tonne from the previous close, or 0.14 per cent....
Due to some recent changes in the United States’ tariffs, Alvance British Aluminium, one of the world’s greenest metal production plants, announced a 10 per cent production boost. The smelter is located in Fort William and exports nearly half of its output to the US after the tariffs were put in...
Midal Cables is proud to announce that it has been awarded the EcoVadis Platinum Rating, the highest level of recognition granted by EcoVadis, placing the company among the top 1 per cent of more than 130,000 companies assessed globally. For the global aluminium value-chain 2026 outlook, book our...
LME aluminium prices moved lower on March 18 compared to March 17 across both cash and forward contracts, while exchange inventories also declined. The cash bid price fell to USD 3,399.5 per tonne on March 18 from USD 3,425 per tonne on March 17, marking a 0.74 per cent decrease. The cash offer...
Four new machined aluminium threaded inserts, designed for heat or ultrasonic installation into straight plastic holes, have been launched by SPIROL, a manufacturer of fasteners and components. The latest addition includes the Series INS19, INS20, INS29 and INS30, helping to enhance the existing...
Commerzbank said China’s aluminium output has increased by about 3 per cent compared to last year. Production is now above the government’s annual cap. Higher aluminium prices and changes in alumina supply have supported this rise. Analyst Volkmar Baur said production is expected to stay above 3.75...
Century Aluminum Company (CENX) is seeing support from strong demand for aluminium. Demand is linked to industrial activity and use in key sectors. Prices are influenced by the London Metal Exchange and regional premiums, which remain firm. The company operates smelters in the United States and...
Clean Cult, the US based cleaning brand has reinforced its commitment to aluminium-based packaging with a major expansion of its fragrance lineup across laundry detergent, dish soap and hand soap, now available through online channels like Amazon. For the global aluminium value-chain 2026 outlook,...
The Ministry of Commerce and Industry has recently introduced the Aluminium and Aluminium Alloy Products (Quality Control) Order (QCO) , 2026. It is a noteworthy regulatory step, aimed at enhancing safety, quality and standardisation in the aluminium industry. Issued on March 11, 2026, under...
On March 12, Mysteel assessed the national average spot price for metallurgical-grade alumina with a minimum purity of 98.6 per cent at RMB 2,692 per tonne (USD 390.7 per tonne), up by a further RMB 17per tonne from a week earlier. Explore- Most accurate data to drive business decisions with Global...
India's imported aluminium scrap prices recorded a sharp week-over-week increase as of 17 March 2026, supported by firm trends on the London Metal Exchange and ongoing geopolitical tensions, which have tightened global supply conditions. For the global aluminium value-chain 2026 outlook, book our...
Emirates Global Aluminium (EGA) will reroute its aluminium exports and raw material imports through Oman’s Sohar port in the coming days, as the US-Israel conflict with Iran continues to disrupt traffic through the Strait of Hormuz, according to Reuters. The conflict has forced companies across the...
Image credit - Heesen Dutch shipbuilder Heesen, owned by entrepreneur and investor Laurens Last, has launched its 50-metre, all-aluminium superyacht Sophia at its Oss facility, with delivery scheduled for June 2026. Weighing only 499GT (gross tonnes), the lightweight yacht has a top speed of 23...
The United States is awaiting policy clarity from the government of Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, Brazil, to advance a bilateral agreement on critical minerals. The US Embassy has identified Brazil as a key “friend-shoring” partner to reduce dependence on China. Explore- Most accurate data to drive...
