Russia’s aluminium market could face a new competitive dynamic after Sual Partners signed a production-sharing agreement with state-controlled hydropower group RusHydro, potentially giving Sual access to up to 150,000 tonnes of aluminium from the Boguchany smelter in Siberia. The arrangement could challenge Rusal’s near 20-year dominance of Russia’s primary aluminium market, allowing Sual to target both domestic and overseas customers with the metal. The agreement, announced on October 15 during Russian Energy Week, provides for a production-sharing mechanism at the Boguchansky aluminium plant, which is co-owned by RusHydro. The arrangement could give Sual access to as much as a 50 per cent share of the smelter’s output, putting it in a position to compete directly with Rusal, its...
The Confederation of British Metalforming (CBM) has called for closer UK-EU relations, warning that proposed European industrial policies could affect British manufacturers supplying the aluminium, steel and automotive industries. Stephen Morley, CBM President and Chair of the Euroforge Automotive Sector, made the call at the organisation's autumn meeting in Munich. He said stronger cooperation between the UK and EU was important for protecting manufacturing jobs, investment and cross-border supply chains. He stated, “ We need to protect British industry, but we also need to recognise that the UK and European automotive sectors are deeply connected. What damages one part of the supply chain will inevitably affect the other. ” Join the fourth edition of webinar " Hedging for recyclers -...
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Euro Panel Products Ltd, the parent company behind EUROBOND, which is India's leading brand for metal composite panels, has just rolled out SolidAl, an excellent, PVDF/FEVE-coated, non-combustible aluminium panel. This new addition boosts the company's lineup of high-end facade solutions, meeting the rising demand for materials that prioritise safety, durability and sustainability, while solidifying its standing in the modern architectural materials market. SolidAl is made from top-notch aluminium alloys (3003/5005/5052) and comes in thicknesses of 2 mm, 2.3 mm and 3 mm. This means it offers exceptional strength, durability and versatility for a wide range of architectural uses. As a marine-grade product, these panels are not only fully recyclable but also crafted from sustainable...
Vedanta Limited has reported record-breaking aluminium and alumina production in its second-quarter (Q2) results for FY2025-26, released on Saturday, October 4. The Indian producer said both first-quarter and first-half aluminium output reached all-time highs, supported by improved operational efficiencies and higher refinery throughput. Quarterly performance analysis According to the company’s data, total alumina production during Q2 FY2025-26 stood at 653,000 tonnes, marking an 11.25 per cent increase from 587,000 tonnes recorded in the previous quarter. On a year-on-year basis, alumina output surged 31 per cent from 499,000 tonnes in Q2 FY2024-25, reflecting consistent capacity utilisation at the Lanjigarh refinery. Total aluminium production for the three months ended September 30,...
Moscow, October 3, 2025 – RUSAL, one of the world's largest aluminium producers, has pioneered a technology for producing high-quality aluminium from scrap by electrolysis. This technology makes it possible to recycle off-grade scrap with impurities into a metal with a record low carbon footprint. RUSAL has made a revolutionary breakthrough in the reprocessing of aluminium scrap: The company has patented the operations of electrochemical reprocessing by electrolysis of off-grade scrap into a highly pure metal equivalent to primary aluminium of grade P1020 (A7 according to the Russian classification, with the purity higher than 99.7 per cent). An important issue for the aluminium industry is the reprocessing of contaminated scrap. Conventional reprocessing of scrap with a high content of...
Emirates Global Aluminium (EGA), a leader in global aluminium production, is reportedly looking into the possibility of acquiring Companhia Brasileira de Aluminio (CBA), a supplier of low-carbon aluminium, as per two sources who are in the know. CBA's comprehensive operations that cover the entire aluminium value chain make it an attractive option for EGA's strategic growth plans. EGA, which is co-owned by Abu Dhabi's sovereign wealth fund Mubadala and the Investment Corporation of Dubai, is said to be working with Morgan Stanley as its investment banking adviser for a possible acquisition, according to sources aware of the situation. Little on CBA According to data from LSEG, CBA had a market capitalisation of about USD 487 million at the close of the market on Monday. The firm, which is...
The persistent supply chain concerns owing to growing demand in tandem with improved industrial operating rates have reportedly driven aluminium prices up by 0.64 per cent, reaching INR 261.35 (USD 2.94). Limited Chinese aluminium output coupled with supply chain disruptions in Guinea have suppressed the productivity of aluminium smelters, resulting in price hike. China’s manufacturing PMI remained below the expansion threshold at 49.8, which shows a subdued industrial momentum. Nevertheless, production limits continue to underpin prices, as the country’s aluminium output nears its annual cap of 45 million tonnes, restricting further supply growth. Meanwhile, the suspension of Guinea Alumina’s mining licence has raised concerns over potential disruptions to bauxite shipments, particularly...
On Tuesday, October 7, the London Metal Exchange (LME) cash bid rose by USD 1 per tonne or 0.03 per cent and settled at USD 2,713 per tonne. The LME cash bid inched up by USD 0.5 per tonne or 0.02 per cent and is currently priced at USD 2,713.5 per tonne. A similar trend has been witnessed in the LME 3-Month bid and offer price, which rose by USD 2.5 per tonne or 0.09 per cent and USD 2 per tonne or 0.07 per cent. Each on Tuesday was locked at USD 2,717.5 per tonne and USD 2,718 per tonne, respectively. On the contrary, no change has been seen in the December 26 bid and offer price, which is at USD 2,753 per tonne and USD 2,758 per tonne. To know more about the global primary aluminium industry 2025 outlook, read “ Global Aluminium Industry Outlook 2025 ” LME aluminium 3-month Asian...
Anheuser-Busch, the American brewer behind Michelob ULTRA, Busch Light, Budweiser, Bud Light, Stella Artois, and Cutwater Spirits, has announced a USD 7.4 million investment in its Los Angeles, CA brewery. The funds will upgrade brewing and packaging lines to support rising demand for Michelob ULTRA, the nation’s top-selling, fastest-growing beer. Anheuser-Busch’s Los Angeles Brewery produces 45 high-quality beverages, distributing them to 26 states nationwide. The new investment will expand capacity for fast-growing brands like Michelob ULTRA, including 25-oz singles and 15-pack slim aluminium cans, to keep pace with demand. Single-serve cans are the #1 share-gaining beer pack size this year (NielsenIQ, All Off-Premise, YTD w.e. 8/16/25), and Michelob ULTRA is up 7.2 per cent in volume...
Hub Power Company Limited (HUBC), the largest independent power producer in Pakistan, is looking to set up an aluminium smelter in Karachi. This move could help absorb the country’s surplus electricity while adding industrial value. In a recent meeting, CEO Kamran Kamal and CFO Muhammad Saqib confirmed that leadership has outlined plans ranging from potential aluminium production to a national electric vehicle (EV) network in partnership with Chinese automaker BYD. The aluminium smelter will be located on HUBC’s 1,100-acre industrial site near the coast, leveraging sea and land logistics. Alumina, the primary input, will be imported via port infrastructure, but local bauxite reserves, 200 million tonnes across Khushab, Ziarat, Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJ&K), and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KPK),...
Global mining firm Rio Tinto has opened full-scope expressions of interest (EOIs) for three key work packages for its Kangwinan Project, part of a major expansion of bauxite operations on Cape York Peninsula. The EOIs, available from October 13, will cover the concrete batch plant, site survey services, and the supply of quarry materials, marking a key milestone in advancing the project to its next phase. Located on Norman Creek, around 60 km south of Weipa, the Kangwinan Project will establish a new bauxite mine and expand the Amrun port, potentially doubling output from Rio Tinto’s Weipa Southern Operations. The project aims to offset declining production as the Gove and Andoom mines approach closure. Feasibility and approvals are underway Rio Tinto is currently advancing a detailed...
The Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) has made a significant breakthrough in a case of misdeclaration involving electronic waste worth around INR 223 crore (USD 26.87 million). A company based in Surat imported these materials, falsely labelling them as aluminium scrap. Officials have confirmed that the director of the company has been arrested, highlighting a crucial step in tackling illegal waste imports that are disguised as metal scrap. The DRI, which is India’s leading anti-smuggling agency, carried out a seizure involving four containers at Nhava Sheva Port in Navi Mumbai. This action was part of their focused enforcement initiative, known as Operation DigiScrap, as confirmed by officials. According to officials, the operation led to the recovery and seizure of a whopping...
The Swiss government is actively backing key players as they navigate rising energy costs, focusing on boosting domestic production and promoting energy-efficient, recycled aluminium solutions. Even with challenges like skyrocketing electricity prices and fluctuating exports, Switzerland’s aluminium sector is proving its resilience, innovation and strong commitment to achieving its green transition goals. Switzerland's powering up its aluminium game Switzerland is putting a spotlight on the aluminium industry, recognising the metal's incredible versatility, sustainability and its vital role in various high-value sectors. Aluminium is prized for its lightweight nature, resistance to corrosion and its impressive recyclability, making it a key player in energy savings and the country's green...
Urraco Evo is Lindner’s next-gen mobile two-shaft shredder series, built for higher power, quicker fast-exchange servicing, and flexible shaft configurations. From pre-shredding to volume reduction, it tackles aluminium and heavy-duty streams like scrap metal, mixed scrap, wood, plastics, and domestic and commercial waste. For over 75 years, Lindner, a fourth-generation family company, has led the circular economy with technologies that turn waste into valuable, reusable materials. The new Urraco Evo series pairs a modular design with a rigid build, precision manufacturing, and proven quality. Lindner has intensified automation and robotics, streamlining processes while safeguarding the high quality of core components. "We have responded to the changing market requirements — away from a...
Century Aluminum Company has extended its power agreement with South Carolina Public Service Authority (Santee Cooper), securing reliable electricity for the Mt. Holly smelter through 2031, an essential step toward restarting idle capacity at the Charleston-area facility. The renewed PPA advances Century’s ambition to help revive US primary aluminium production. The company plans to invest USD 50 million to bring idle lines back online, adding 50,000 metric tons of output and lifting overall US aluminium supply by 10 per cent. The expansion will create 100+ jobs and enable Mt. Holly, now at 75 per cent capacity, to reach full production by early summer 2026, its first time at that level since 2015. “This expansion at our Mt. Holly plant is thanks to President Trump’s hard work to support...
Oceania’s aluminium and alumina industries are navigating a period of transition. Refinery closures, rising power prices, and shifting global markets have reshaped output across the region. Australia remains at the centre of this activity, continuing to supply much of the world’s bauxite, alumina, and primary aluminium. Between 2023 and 2025, aging infrastructure, cost pressures, and softer market conditions have gradually weighed on production. Even so, producers are investing in modernisation, environmental improvements, and digital upgrades to make operations more efficient and resilient for the long term. Daily aluminium output holds steady From January to June 2025, Oceania produced 923 thousand tonnes of aluminium, down 1.8 per cent from 940 thousand tonnes in the same period of...
For Alba, safety is a habit, not a headline. Their streak of LTI-free hours keeps growing, and on October 6, 2025, they raised the bar again with a new all-time best. As per the data, Aluminium Bahrain B.S.C. (Alba), the world’s largest aluminium smelter on a single site has now clocked 40 million safe working hours without a Lost Time Injury (LTI), up from 39 million safe working hours recorded on 3rd September. The climb has been steady and deliberate, highlighting Alba’s unwavering commitment to creating a safe, healthy, and resilient environment for both its employees and contractors. “Reaching 40 million safe working hours is more than a milestone, it’s a reflection of our strong safety culture, the commitment of our people, and the strong collaboration between our employees and...
With industrial decarbonisation being extremely crucial for environmental benefits, Egypt has adopted a major initiative towards it. The country has signed an agreement for the “Dandara” Solar Energy Project, a landmark initiative that will supply clean power to the Egypt Aluminium (Egyptalum) complex in Nagaa Hammadi. Landmark partnership to drive Egypt’s green industrial revolution Designed as the region’s first large-scale industrial decarbonisation project, Dandara marks a cornerstone in Egypt’s green industrial strategy and its broader goal to strengthen export competitiveness amid rising global carbon standards. The signing ceremony was graced by the ministers of planning, economic development and international cooperation, and the public business sector, along with Norway’s...
Taural India Pvt Ltd, one of the leading aluminium casting manufacturers in India, is on the way to advancing its sustainability agenda with two new and key initiatives - one is the adoption of Vedanta’s low-carbon aluminium and the other is the implementation of a green sand-casting process at its upcoming facility in Supa, Ahilyanagar. In early 2025, Taural signed a MoU with the Government of Maharashtra to expand its manufacturing operations in Ahilyanagar. Taural’s green initiatives are expected to offer dual benefit to the company by not only helping the manufacturer in reducing the environmental impact of industrial production but also by enhancing its production while being self-reliant. Taural’s adoption of Vedanta’s low-carbon aluminium, Restora, will bring down its carbon...
On Monday, October 6, both LME aluminium cash bid price and LME aluminium official settlement price moved up by USD 10 per tonne or 0.37 per cent and 0.36 per cent to halt at USD 2,712 per tonne and USD 2,713 per tonne. As per the data, 3-month bid price and 3-month offer price also added USD 12 per tonne or 0.44 per cent and USD 11 per tonne or 0.40 per cent to settle at USD 2,715 per tonne and USD 2,716 per tonne. December 26 bid price and December 26 offer price inched up by USD 10 per tonne or 0.36 per cent to arrive at USD 2,753 per tonne and USD 2,758 per tonne. Explore our B2B marketplace - AL Biz LME aluminium 3-month Asian Reference Price hiked by USD 22 per tonne or 0.81 per cent to reach USD 2,725 per tonne. LME aluminium opening stock settled at 507,300 tonnes. Live warrants...
