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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The latest renewable energy tender, as shared by the Dominican government, has received a positive market response, considering the 32 solar and wind projects, where battery energy storage held the lion's share, competed for a total capacity of 600 MW. To be decided in May 2026, the process shall enable further expansion within the future rounds at par with the strong participation level share. What started in August 2025 The region launched the tender for 600 MW solar and wind capacity, which could be traced to August, 2025, where the project demanded inclusion of four hours of battery storage to support the stability in the National Interconnected Electric System (SENI). This request was approved by the Superintendency of Electricity (SIE) under Resolution SIE-092-2025-LCE, which aided...
With the vision of further empowering the leadership team of the state-owned aluminium major player, National Aluminium Company Limited (NALCO) has named Shri Anil Kumar Singh as the Commercial Director of its Board. Appointment of Mr Singh was made official via an order sent out by the Ministry of Mines, Government of India, on January 5, 2026. The appointee is deemed to hold the position from the assumed date of charge till his superannuation, which is dated on September 30, 2028 or till said otherwise. The appointment, however, is considered to be dependent on the outcome of OA No. 352/2025, which is currently before the Central Administrative Tribunal (CAT) in Cuttack. Must read: Key industry individuals share their thoughts on the trending topics The update about the stock exchange...
With a significantly high production output, Aluminium Bahrain (Alba) has closed 2025 with its strongest performance to date, thus remaining unrivalled in its annual target, in spite of operational challenges following the fire. Explore- Most accurate data to drive business decisions with 50+ reports across the value chain The largest single-site smelter produced 1623139 tonnes of aluminium during the year, which is a bit higher than 1622261 tonnes recorded in 2024. Alongside an upward growth momentum, the company also reached a landmark safety milestone with more than 42 million work hours without a Lost Time Injury (LTI), securing two consecutive LTI-free years for the first time in its 50-year history. Chief executive Ali Al Baqali said the results reflected the organisation’s ability...
Grandweld, a Dubai-based shipyard operator, has reportedly launched two new crew boats aimed at meeting the evolving demands of regional offshore and marine operations. The first vessel, APS Glory, is a 25.3 metre aluminium crew boat delivered to West Coast Shipping Services, and the other is a 28 metre aluminium crew boat developed to a bespoke in-house design exclusively for Kanoo Shipping. Explore- Most accurate data to drive business decisions with 50+ reports across the value chain Built for agency and husbandry duties, APS Glory is designed to balance crew comfort with workboat efficiency. It accommodates 23 passengers and offers a 1.5 tonne/m² deck cargo capacity, making it suitable for frequent port and offshore runs. Read More: Aluminium packaging consumption hit 18.5MT in 2024 -...
LME aluminium prices showed mixed movement on January 6, while inventories slipped from the previous session.On January 6, the LME aluminium cash bid stood at USD 3,092 per tonne compared with USD 3,021.5 per tonne on January 5, a gain of USD 70.5, equal to about 2.33 per cent. The cash offer on January 6 was USD 3,093 per tonne, down from USD 3,135 per tonne on January 5, a decline of USD 42, or around 1.34 per cent. The 3-month bid on January 6 was USD 3,111 per tonne, higher than USD 3,050 per tonne on January 5, up USD 61, or roughly 2 per cent. The 3-month offer rose to USD 3,112 per tonne on January 6 from USD 3,051 per tonne on January 5, also higher by USD 61, or about 2 per cent. For the December 27 contract, the bid on January 6 stood at USD 3,130 per tonne versus USD 3,073 per...
As per the announcement of Jushen Logistics Group, via one of its indirectly held subsidiaries, it has been able to secure a three-year contract worth USD 134 million. This deal has been made for three years for moving the bauxite from the port to the ships, which are deemed to be waiting offshore in Guinea. As announced by the parent company based in Foshan yesterday, the contract with customers, who have not been identified for confidentiality reasons, has been inked by Hong Kong Shenrui Shipping. To this, Jushen further added that it has no affiliation with the client. Don’t miss out- Buyers are looking for your products on our B2B platform In order to produce aluminium, bauxite is considered the main ore and is also used for making a variety of products, starting from transportation,...
The shares of leading aluminium producer National Aluminium Company Ltd (NALCO) surged 6 per cent to a record intraday high of INR 351.70 (USD 3.90) on January 6, following a surge in aluminium prices above USD 3,000 per tonne . By 1:33 PM IST, NALCO stock was up by 5.05 per cent, standing at INR 347.50 (USD 3.86) on the National Stock Exchange (NSE). To know about 2026 aluminium market trends and analyses, prebook our report: Global Aluminium Industry Outlook 2026 The rally mirrors sharp moves on the London Metal Exchange (LME), where aluminium prices stood at USD 3,022.50 per tonne as of January 5 , for the first time since 2022. Market reports say the upswing is being fuelled by tight global inventories, driven by a cap on Chinese smelting capacity and production curbs in Europe due to...
The Aluminium Federation (ALFED) has submitted its formal response to the Government’s consultation on the British Industrial Competitiveness Scheme (BICS), following extensive input from across the aluminium sector. Explore- Most accurate data to drive business decisions with 50+ reports across the value chain ALFED’s feedback comes after a dedicated roundtable, held in collaboration with Leyton, which brought together producers, recyclers, processors and fabricators to discuss the proposals in detail. BICS is intended to alleviate electricity-related policy costs for energy-intensive industries. However, concern is raised by the ALFED members regarding the current proposal because it does not align with the energy usage patterns in the aluminium value chain. Substantial revisions in the...
BofA Securities has brought a revised stance on Aluminium Corporation of China (NYSE: ACH) by reducing its price target from USD 4.20 to USD 2.50 while maintaining an Underperform status. The new target, which has been set, only offers a small margin above the current share price of USD 2.32, highlighting the stock’s sharp decline over the past year. ACH shares have plunged 82 per cent and are trading near a 52-week low of USD 2.30. Explore- Most accurate data to drive business decisions with 50+ reports across the value chain The brokerage attributed the downgrade to ongoing uncertainties in the company’s short-term performance. At present, ACH is dealing with challenges that seem short-term, though significant, such as the loss of the Kaiser contract. InvestingPro forecasts a 74 per...
Hyderabad-based solar energy firm Premier Energies has secured large-scale domestic orders during the third quarter of FY 2026, valued at INR 23.07 billion ( USD 255.84 million). The orders are for the supply of solar cells and modules made of aluminium to a mix of domestic independent power producers and other customers in India. Explore- Most accurate data to drive business decisions with 50+ reports across the value chain The orders will be executed over FY2027 and FY2028, offering medium-term revenue stability. Premier Energies expects to gain sustainable revenue through this order, which will directly support its ongoing capacity expansion plans. By September 2026, the company aims to scale up to 10.6 GW of solar cell capacity and 11.1 GW of module capacity, significantly higher than...
Aluminium packaging didn’t arrive in the sustainability conversation by chance. Over time, it has developed into one of the most important pillars of modern sustainable packaging. Light, durable and recyclable, it sits at the centre of food, beverage and pharmaceutical supply chains. Its strongest advantage is protection. Aluminium shields products from light, oxygen, moisture and contaminants, helping preserve quality and extend shelf life. Because it can be recycled repeatedly without losing integrity, it consumes far less energy than primary production and reduces greenhouse gas emissions. As consumers shift toward greener choices, aluminium has gradually become a foundation of the circular economy, closely aligned with global sustainability ambitions. When policy collides with cost...
New plans by the US government have been rolled out for taking up more equity stakes within the critical minerals’ companies, as reported by the White House officials in the last month. This strategic plan, which is also referred to as the once-rare move, is deemed necessary for encountering China's dominance concerning the raw materials usage from semiconductors to MRI machines. Jarrod Agen, the Executive Director of the National Energy Dominance Council, speaking at a forum in Washington, stated, "I think they’re the norm from our perspective. There is a broad scope of different companies that are coming to us. They’re making the right case." Products ranging from consumer gadgets like iPhones to industrial magnets make use of critical minerals like gallium and cobalt. Not only in these...
Image source: https://www.alcircle.com/ Vedanta Limited, the mine-to-market serving conglomerate, makes a milestone record as its share prices soar with the highest-ever aluminium, alumina, and zinc output in the third quarter (Q3) of the financial year 2025-2026. The trend remained steady with the Anil Agarwal-led Vedanta announcing an upward production update in the same quarter. On January 2, the Vedanta shares closed at INR 616.95 per share on BSE, 2.45 per cent higher with a market capitalisation of INR 2.41 billion (USD 26.73 billion). The stock had touched an intraday low of INR 604 per share and an intraday high of INR 618.25 per share. Explore- Most accurate data to drive business decisions with Global Aluminium Industry Outlook 2026 across the value chain The quarter-on-quarter...
Europe’s drive to build a circular aluminium economy is at risk of backfiring, as large volumes of scrap collected across the bloc are being bought up by overseas players, processed into new metal, and sold back into the EU market, according to the world’s largest aluminium recycler, Novelis. Emilio Braghi, executive vice-president at Novelis, warned that the European recycling industry could face what he described as a “terminal decline” unless Brussels follows through on its pledge to restrict scrap exports to destinations such as China and the United States. Speaking to the Financial Times, Braghi said the loss of scrap would undermine both Europe’s industrial base and its climate ambitions. Explore- Most accurate data to drive business decisions with 50+ reports across the value chain...
Currently, the UK’s sole and last remaining producer, Bridgnorth Aluminium, of aluminium flat rolled coils, is looking forward to resuming 24/7 operations within the key process areas. It will be the first in the last three years where the firm has been able to reach the production level and is deemed to create great working opportunities for the local and nearby people. Adrian Musgrave, the Commercial Director of Bridgnorth Aluminium, stated, "Aluminium is taking on a far greater significance and profile as we move towards Net Zero, with the material ideally suited for recycling, lightweighting and for use in batteries and renewable power generation. Thanks to recent investments, our strong technical teams and ongoing training for staff, we are in a really good position to take...
The growing demand for “Green Aluminium” has accelerated the urge of aluminium companies to secure ASI certificates. ASI stands for Aluminium Stewardship Initiative, which is a global non-profit organisation that sets voluntary standards for the responsible production, sourcing, and stewardship of aluminium. The ASI-issued certifications enable companies to gain the ability to meet international ESG standards across the global aluminium value chain. Based on the third-party audits, the firms can gain these ASI certificates by showcasing responsible production and traceability, which aids in enabling trust with the stakeholders and customers. These certifications reduce reputational risks and create new market opportunities as sustainability gains traction globally. ASI provides the firms...
On January 05, 2025, the London Metal Exchange (LME) aluminium prices maintained the upward trend from the previous day’s close. The LME inventory showed a decline in the opening stock and cancelled warrants; however, the live warrants showed no change. The LME cash bid rose by USD 36 per tonne or 1.2 per cent from USD 2,985.5 per tonne to USD 3,021.5 per tonne. Concurrently, the offer rose by USD 36.5 per tonne or 1.22 per cent, from USD 2,986 per tonne to USD 3,022.5 per tonne. Don’t miss out- Buyers are looking for your products on our B2B platform The rising trend followed at the forwards contract where the LME 3-month bid rose by USD 40 per tonne or 1.33 per cent, reaching USD 3,050 per tonne from USD 3,010 per tonne. The 3-month offer expanded by USD 40.5 per tonne or 1.35 per cent...
Press Metal Aluminium Holdings Bhd has revamped its board with the appointment of Amnah Apasra Emir Moehamad Izat Emir as an independent non-executive director, effective January 2, 2026. According to a filing with Bursa Malaysia, the Shah Alam-based aluminium producer confirmed that Amnah, aged 60, joins the board, bringing decades of experience in architecture, urban development and infrastructure-led design. Also read: HLIB upgrades Press Metal target to USD 1.84 on record earnings outlook, strong aluminium prices She is the founder of Neuformation Architects Sdn Bhd, a practice recognised for its work across transport-oriented architecture, MICE facilities, information technology buildings and industrialised building system (IBS) construction. Amnah has also played a role in major...
