Mexico hopes to secure a favourable response from the United States to its request for lower tariffs on aluminium, steel and vehicles before the end of 2026, Economy Minister Marcelo Ebrard said. The Trump administration imposed 50 per cent tariffs on Mexican aluminium and steel and 25 per cent tariffs on vehicles, with an exemption for vehicles with US content. The duties were introduced on national security grounds under Section 232 of the US Trade Expansion Act. Speaking at a press conference in Mexico City, the Economy Minister said Mexican officials had presented technical arguments and supporting evidence to US authorities to justify reducing the tariffs. He argued that the United States runs a steel trade surplus with Mexico, making the tariffs on the metal unjustified from the...
A proposed AUD 3.7 billion data centre at the former Hydro Aluminium Kurri Kurri industrial site in New South Wales, Australia, could repurpose a major industrial property for digital infrastructure, with an estimated peak construction workforce of 1,210 people and around 254 ongoing jobs. The Kurri Kurri Data Centre project, proposed at Hart Road, Loxford, is seeking approval for the fit-out and operation of a large-scale data storage facility with a planned power consumption of 550.5 megawatts (MW). The development application, listed as a State Significant Development under reference SSD-128819490, is currently at the public exhibition stage. The proposal highlights how former aluminium industry sites could find new uses as demand for data storage and computing infrastructure expands....
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In a span of just one week, India has signed two major international trade agreements – one with the European Union and another with the United States. Together, these much-awaited deals are projected to add nearly USD 150 billion to India’s exports over the next one decade and ease several longstanding trade frictions. While all this is great, aluminium being conspicuously absent from both the agreements send through some disappointment at a first glance. But later on, a closer analysis suggests that India’s aluminium industry may not be materially disadvantaged and could even benefit indirectly through downstream demand. To know more about the global primary aluminium industry 2026 outlook, book the report “ Global ALuminium Industry Outlook 2026 " Aluminium kept outside – what it...
Alcoa’s proposed sponsorship agreement for Perth's Kings Park Everlasting Festival in Western Australia, worth AUD 200,000 with the Botanic Gardens and Parks Authority Board, has led to debates. Environmental organisations have raised concerns regarding the alignment between the company’s environmental track record and the park’s conservation values. Discussion has generated around how industrial companies can participate in environmental and community-focused partnerships while maintaining public confidence. Explore- Most accurate data to drive business decisions with Global ALuminium Industry Outlook 2026 across the value chain Stakeholders have pointed out the essentiality of corporate contributions complementing conservation goals. This plays a key role in maintaining transparency in...
The global aluminium downstream is blending new capacity, tech upgrades and innovative applications in packaging, mobility and advanced manufacturing. The industry is seeing everything from investments in integrated foil and FRP to design-focused architectural solutions and localising equipment and can-making capabilities. These recent developments suggest a more substantial alignment within the value chain and a push for regional manufacturing growth. Meanwhile, changing trade flows, export dynamics and policy signals are still shaping cost structures and competitive positioning. Latest projects & innovations in the global AL downstream market Achenbach, one of the world’s leaders of aluminium foil rolling mills and slitting machines, bagged an order for providing a fully integrated...
Plans to develop a fully integrated aluminium industry in Ghana could elevate the Volta Aluminium Company Limited (VALCO) into one of Africa’s largest aluminium producers, according to the company’s Chief Executive Officer, Dr Robert Malika Sambian. To know more about the global primary aluminium industry 2026 outlook, book the report “ Global ALuminium Industry Outlook 2026 " In comments made during an interview on Citi Eyewitness News on Wednesday, 4 February, Dr Sambian said the government’s long-term industrial strategy envisages a significant expansion of VALCO’s operations. The objective, he noted, is to transform the facility into the continent’s largest single-site aluminium smelter, with production capacity projected to exceed 1.5 million tonnes by 2035. Read More: 1,447 acres...
With diverse industrial applications extending beyond aluminium production, the global alumina market is experiencing strong growth, valued at over USD 50 billion in 2024. It is expected to rise to over USD 85 billion by 2033. To know more about the global primary aluminium industry 2026 outlook, book the report “ Global ALuminium Industry Outlook 2026 " Countries with abundant bauxite resources and alumina refining capacity have strategic advantages in industries like transportation, construction, packaging, and defence. Besides the growth of the automotive, aerospace and energy sectors, the semiconductor revolution has a massive impact on shifting tendencies towards demands of high-purity materials. High purity materials, typically having a purity level of more than equal to 99.99 per...
Nirav Commercial Limited has approved the sale of its aluminium business segment through a Business Transfer Agreement. The decision was taken at a board meeting held on February 04, 2026, at the company’s registered office, marking a strategic move for the Mumbai-based commercial entity. The board cleared the sale of the aluminium business operating under the “Elesar Focchi” brand to Hind Aluminium Industries Limited. The transaction, valued at INR 12.5 million (USD 0.13 million), is structured as a Material Related Party Transaction and will require regulatory compliance as well as shareholder approval. The company expects the deal to be completed by March 31, 2026. According to the last audited financial statements as of March 31, 2025, the Elesar Focchi aluminium unit formed a...
The global metal packaging coatings market in 2024 was valued at approximately USD 3.4 billion. It is forecast to rise to USD 5.1 billion by 2033, reflecting a compound annual growth rate of 4.5 per cent between 2025 and 2033. The global market is set to expand steadily over the coming decade, supported by growing demand for packaging solutions that balance safety, durability, and environmental responsibility. To know more about the global primary aluminium industry 2026 outlook, book the report “ Global ALuminium Industry Outlook 2026 " This upward trend is being driven by wider adoption of metal packaging in food and beverages, pharmaceuticals, personal care products, and industrial applications, combined with tighter regulatory oversight and sustainability expectations. Alongside, new...
Guinea possesses a geological advantage few countries can rival . Beneath its terrain lies an estimated 7.4 billion tonnes of bauxite - nearly one-third of the world’s reserves. Yet despite this abundance, very little is refined domestically. Instead, the ore departs largely in raw form, feeding industrial chains abroad, mostly to China. As exports of bauxite continue to rise, a natural question follows: has Guinea’s mining engine begun to move in step with China’s industrial demand? The numbers increasingly suggest a relationship shaped by consistency rather than coincidence. By 2025, Guinea’s exports to the world are estimated at 190 million tonnes, with China absorbing the majority. In just the first eleven months, roughly 138 million tonnes were shipped there - about 74 per cent of...
Japan has confirmed the discovery of rare–earth–bearing sediments in 6,000-metre-deep seabed zones, following a targeted expedition aimed at reducing reliance on China for critical minerals. Officials say the operation marks the world’s first attempt to recover rare earth resources from such extreme depths. To know more about the global primary aluminium industry 2026 outlook, book the report “ Global ALuminium Industry Outlook 2026 ". Kei Sato, a government spokesperson, said the samples are still undergoing evaluation. He added that the mission is expected to strengthen Japan’s economic security and long-term development strategy. Read More: US seeks to break China’s grip on critical minerals with new stockpile “Details will be analysed, including exactly how much rare earth is...
RUSAL, a leading global aluminium producer, has unveiled a breakthrough in a composite material for 3D printing. The new metal matrix composite designated RS-770K offers a tensile strength 30 per cent greater than that of the strongest aluminium powder alloys, opening new frontiers for additive manufacturing in high-performance applications. To know more about the global primary aluminium industry 2026 outlook, book the report “ Global ALuminium Industry Outlook 2026 ". Developed in-house, the RS-770K composite combines an aluminium matrix with ceramic particles, achieving a remarkable tensile strength of 615 Megapascals (MPa). This represents a 30 per cent increase over the RS-553 alloy- the strongest aluminium powder alloy in RUSAL's portfolio, which contains a high percentage of the...
The order book of Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited (BHEL), the state-owned engineering giant, received a boost by landing a significant contract for power equipment at an aluminium manufacturing facility in Odisha. For this order book, the company received a boiler turbine generator package, which is valued at nearly INR 12 billion and is being given by Hindalco Industries, which further pushes the industrial development within the state. The order is directly linked to Hindalco’s Aditya Aluminium project located in Lapanga, in the Sambalpur district. According to the available information, BHEL received a letter of intent for carrying out a package for a 2 x 150 MW captive power plant, which solidifies its position in major industrial power infrastructure projects. Under the Ministry of...
Aluminium prices on London Metal Exchange (LME) dropped across most contracts on February 4, reflecting a drastic decline and broad pullback from the previous session, while exchange inventories continued with an unchanged record. The LME aluminium cash bid price continued to slip, reaching USD 3,047 per tonne on February 4 from USD 3,102 per tonne on February 3, a decline of 1.77 per cent. The cash offer price followed a similar trend, easing to USD 3047.5 per tonne from USD 3,103 per tonne, also down 1.79 per cent day-on-day. The futures market saw the LME aluminium 3-month bid price edging downwards to USD 3,075 per tonne, compared with USD 3,112.5 per tonne the previous day, recording a 1.2 per cent decrease. It was followed by the 3-month offer price, which slipped to USD 3,076 per...
The United States is preparing a large-scale effort to reduce its dependence on China for critical minerals, backing a new stockpiling initiative designed to protect American industry from supply disruptions. To know more about the global primary aluminium industry 2026 outlook, book the report “ Global ALuminium Industry Outlook 2026 ". According to a report by Bloomberg News on Monday, the plan involves establishing a privately driven critical minerals reserve supported by a total of 12 billion dollars in initial capital. The project, known as Private Vault, is intended to act as a buffer for US manufacturers that rely heavily on rare earths and other strategically important materials currently dominated by Chinese supply chains. Read More: Critical minerals to take centre stage in G7...
Gränges closed 2025 with its strongest operating performance on record, extending its streak of all-time-high operating profit to a fifth consecutive year, even as currency headwinds, weaker HVAC demand and tighter scrap margins weighed on profitability across regions. The year was defined by aggressive market share gains, capacity ramp-ups in Asia, and volume-led growth rather than margin expansion. For the full year ended December 2025, overall aluminium sales volume rose 21.9 per cent year-on-year to 616.6 thousand tonnes from 505.8 thousand tonnes in 2024. Net sales increased 20.7 per cent to SEK 28.36 billion (USD 2.73 billion), despite a cumulative negative foreign exchange impact of SEK 1.69 billion (USD 163 million). Adjusted operating profit edged up 2.7 per cent year-on-year to...
The key supplier for Ford Motor, Novelis, which is also a subsidiary of Hindalco, has not yet started with the aluminium production, which has been halted for the past four months due to the fire that threw a wrench in the metal supply chain for Ford's high-margin pickup trucks. September: The first fire breakout In September, at the firm's New York facility, a major fire broke out, due to which Ford had to lower its profit forecast for 2025. The car company informed that the fire may lead to a loss of production of up to 100 thousand F-Series pickup trucks by the end of 2025. Given the severity of the situation, the car firm predicted that this setback could cost them as much as USD 2 billion, but it has also developed an action plan to cover about half of that expense. On the other...
The United States and India are about to shake hands on new duty protocols under which tariffs on most Indian-made products are expected to be reduced to 18 per cent. However, aluminium and steel are expected to face the previously announced higher tariffs until further discussions. To know more about the global primary aluminium industry 2026 outlook, book the report “ Global ALuminium Industry Outlook 2026 ". While India has maintained high import tariffs on vehicles and automotive parts to protect its domestic automobile industry from being crushed by global giants and promote local manufacturing, as companies like Hindustan Motors, Tata, and Mahindra were still developing. The agreement also addressed the US concerns over these high automotive tariffs (60-100 per cent). India is now...
The process of channelling industrial waste heat from TRIMET’s aluminium smelter located in Essen has been launched by TRIMET Aluminium SE in partnership with Iqony Fernwärme GmbH. This launch directly aims towards incorporating carbon-neutral energy, which will aid in boosting the environmental efficiency of the district heating network, further solidifying the sustainability credentials of the local heat supply. TRIMET Aluminium SE, which is deemed to be one of the largest aluminium producers in Germany and France, with this launch, will be able to feed nearly 31 thousand MW-hours of unavoidable waste heat annually. It is possible because the unavoidable waste heat generated during the process of electrolysis furnaces is converted into Iqony's district heating network. These are...
With the catchphrase “No Jhatke, Only Hatke,” meaning ‘no surprises, only uniqueness,’ Delhi-based lift and elevator manufacturer and service provider Polo Elevators India Pvt Ltd recently appointed The Great Khali, a renowned Indian wrestler, as its brand ambassador. Both the slogan and the association with Khali are intended to convey the strength and safety of the company’s products. To know more about the global primary aluminium industry 2026 outlook, book the report “ Global ALuminium Industry Outlook 2026 ". Established in 2018, Polo Elevators specialises in designing, manufacturing, installing, and maintaining a wide range of elevator systems, such as high-rise elevators, home lifts, goods lifts, hospital elevators, and capsule lifts, with a strong focus on sustainable practices....
