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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After more than five years of research and development, an Italian multinational company founded in 1961 that designs and produces high-performance braking systems and components for vehicles, Brembo has finally launched their first calliper made entirely with recycled aluminium. The alloy is now being used in its original equipment callipers, marking a turning point in the company’s sustainability journey. Image for representational purposes only Also read - American Aluminium Industry: The Path Forward The initiative, which began in 2020, was meant to cut the carbon footprint of Brembo’s production cycle. A full assessment highlighted that aluminium offered the greatest potential for impact, thanks to its ability to be infinitely recycled without losing quality. Searching for the right...
Kenneth Calloway, the Senior Vice President of Human Resources of Century Aluminum, has reportedly sold 36 per cent of shares worth USD 452,000 at USD 27.50 per share. In the last 12 months, the President of Century, Jesse Gary, made the biggest insider sale worth USD 1.5 million at USD 18.97 per share - well below today’s price of USD 25.85. Generally, selling out shares at a price lower than the current price is considered to be discouraging, as it is considered that the shareholders are happy selling their stocks at lower prices. The single biggest sale was Jesse Gary’s 99 per cent holding. The insider ownership at Century Aluminum owns about 0.8% of the company, which accounts for about USD 19 million. Although it is not a significant level of ownership by the insiders, it's enough to...
A surge of aluminium auto body scrap is expected to hit salvage yards over the next decade as aluminium-intensive vehicles, such as Ford’s F-150 truck series introduced in 2015, reach the end of their life cycles. Image source: Oak Ridge National Laboratory By the early 2030s, this could amount to as much as 350,000 tonnes annually in North America. Much of this material, however, is considered too impure for high-value automotive applications and is often downcycled into low-grade castings or exported. Researchers at the Department of Energy’s Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) have developed an alloy they say could change that equation. Called RidgeAlloy, the material transforms low-value scrap into high-quality feedstock for critical automotive components, creating what could become...
In a pioneering study set to transform the field of material science, researchers have unveiled groundbreaking findings on the synthesis of titanium-aluminium alloy. Led by experts Jin, M., Zhao, S., and Cai, Y., the team explored a cutting-edge technique for alloy synthesis using molten salt electrolytic deoxidation. This innovative approach not only improves the alloy's quality but also offers an eco-friendly alternative to conventional methods, aligning with the global movement toward sustainable technologies in materials engineering. Titanium alloys are celebrated for their outstanding strength-to-weight ratio, exceptional corrosion resistance, and biocompatibility, making them ideal for applications in aerospace and biomedical fields. However, conventional synthesis methods often...
Novelis has released its sustainability report for fiscal year 2025 (April 1, 2024–March 31, 2025). The report captures the company’s push to make aluminium the backbone of a circular economy through its 3x30 vision — a strategy launched in 2024 to lift recycled content to 75 per cent, cut emissions intensity below 3 tonnes of CO₂e per tonne of flat-rolled product (FRP), and drive industry-wide transformation with different investments. A year of reductions The latest figures show Novelis is steadily closing in on those goals. Greenhouse-gas intensity dropped by 10 per cent in FY25, with overall carbon intensity falling from 4.0 to 3.6 tCO₂e per tonne of FRP. Since 2016, the company has reduced absolute emissions by 32 per cent. Energy use also came down, with a 3.7 per cent reduction in...
New research from UK-based non-profit organisation Every Can Counts (ECC) has revealed that recycling has become a flashpoint across Britain’s households, with habits diverging sharply between age groups. A survey of 2,000 people showed Gen Z (18–24s) are the most argumentative. Six in ten who row about recycling admit to doing so weekly. In contrast, only one in ten Boomers (55–64s) say the same. Image for representational purposes only Also read: Indonesian thermal coal supply to tighten next quarter? The most heated disputes among younger couples centre on “correctness”. Six in ten Gen Z households argue about unwashed containers. Four in ten clash over greasy pizza boxes, while two in five report rows over dirty plastics, almost double the rate seen in Gen X homes. Millennials...
The deliveries of aluminium tubes and aerosol cans reflected an annual decline in the first six months of 2025, as reported by Aluminium Deutschland. Members of its Tubes, Cans and Impact Extruded Parts Association reported a shipment of 393 million aluminium tubes and 268 million units of aerosol cans during the said period, down by 1 per cent and 3.2 per cent, respectively, compared to the corresponding period of the previous year. Although the demand from deodorant and haircare markets saw a moderate rise, the overall decline was driven by the weaker sales in various cosmetic sectors and in other small segments, including food and other household products and pharmaceuticals. Moreover, rising energy, logistic costs, and raw material costs added to the overall competitiveness. The...
After a slight dip, the London Metal Exchange (LME) on Thursday, September 25, the aluminium price inched up again. The LME cash bid and offer price went up by USD 38.5 per tonne or 1.5 per cent, up from USD 2,622.5 per tonne to USD 2,661 per tonne and USD 2,623 per tonne to USD 2,661.5 per tonne respectively. The 3-month contract expanded with the bid growing from USD 2,624 per tonne to USD 2,665 per tonne, showing an increase of USD 41 per tonne or 1.6 per cent. Similarly, the 3-month offer also went up from USD 2,625 per tonne to USD 2,665.5 per tonne, representing an increase of USD 40.5 per tonne or 1.54 per cent. Also read: The World of Aluminium Extrusions – Industry Forecast to 2032 The rising trend continues as the December 26 bid and offer price went up by USD 35 per tonne or...
In the early hours of Wednesday morning, a fire broke out at Tennessee Aluminum Processors (TAP) facility in Mount Pleasant, causing significant damage. The blaze, which began at the Tennessee Aluminum Processors (TAP) plant, was sparked by a magnesium-laden slag pile that ignited, leading to intense flames and extensive damage to the facility's roof. Local fire departments and rescue teams quickly responded to the scene, and thankfully, no injuries were reported. The cause of the fire is still under investigation by the Fire Marshal. Mount Pleasant Fire Chief Todd Stewart reported that firefighters were called to the facility on Hoover Mason Road at approximately 5 a.m. The Maury County Fire Department, Columbia Fire and Rescue, and Lawrence County Fire and Rescue assisted in the...
On Wednesday, the European Union announced its intention to resume discussions with the United States regarding the reduction of Section 232 tariffs on steel and aluminium. This move comes as various nations seek to address ongoing trade tensions. EU Trade Commissioner Maros Sefcovic is scheduled to meet with US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer in the coming days to discuss the possibility of removing or reducing the current tariffs, as Sefcovic informed a Bloomberg reporter. But does European Union really need to stress on negotiation when they are accustomed with the ‘tariff structure’ from long before? Image for representational purposes only The European Union has had its own tariff policy While the United States has taken the centre stage for the past 8years or so whenever the...
On September 15, 2025, one of Ashapura Minechem's mining subsidiaries located outside of India signed a multi-year strategic cooperation agreement (SCA) with China Railway. The deal focuses on developing the Boffa bauxite deposit in Guinea-Conakry, spanning over 200 sq km and estimated to hold more than 200 million tonnes of reserves. Under the agreement, China Railway will support mining operations, logistics, and port infrastructure development. Ashapura, on the other hand, pointed out that the partnership is aimed at enhancing production and boosting the economic growth of Guinea through job creation and infrastructure improvement. The companies also highlighted their commitment to sustainability and community advancement. MoU earlier in Kindia region This milestone builds on an...
National Aluminium Company Limited (Nalco), in partnership with the Odisha Industrial Infrastructure Development Corporation (IDCO), recently hosted an exclusive roadshow in Bhubaneswar on September 23, 2025, to unveil the ambitious Angul Aluminium Park Pvt. Ltd. (AAPPL). This dynamic joint venture is set to establish a cutting-edge industrial park in Angul, Odisha, aiming to position the state as a global leader in the aluminium industry. What did the speakers say? In his keynote address, Nalco CMD Brijendra Pratap Singh outlined the transformative potential of the Angul Aluminium Park. He emphasised that the roadshow was more than just a showcase of infrastructure; in fact, it was a platform to create future opportunities. Also Read: NALCO rolls out IA90 aluminium alloy ingot to support...
The aluminium extrusion industry is carving out a space as one of the fastest-growing sectors in the global aluminium value chain. As demand soars across a range of applications, from transportation and construction to renewable energy, industrial sectors, and consumer products, the industry is positioning itself for a strong future. The turbulence caused by the pandemic seems to have set the stage for an even more resilient recovery, with global usage set to reach 35 million tonnes in 2024 and forecasts suggesting an impressive rise to 43 million tonnes by 2032. Yet, the road ahead is not without its challenges. Geopolitical tensions, a cooling construction sector, economic stagnation in key regions, and persistently high energy costs continue to test the industry's mettle. While energy...
The first half of 2025 showed a divided picture for the global bauxite trade. Some producers set new records, while others stumbled against logistical and policy headwinds. Guinea and Australia stayed firmly ahead, fuelled by Chinese demand and reliable supply chains. At the same time, Turkey and Brazil slipped back, leaving room for smaller exporters such as Malaysia and Guyana to carve out a bigger role. Export performance: gainers and losers Guinea, the world’s largest supplier, shipped about 99.8 million tonnes between January and June — a 36 per cent jump from 73.4 million tonnes a year ago. Export earnings hit roughly USD 8.9 billion, most of it from China, which alone takes around 60 per cent of the country’s ore. Australia also turned in a solid performance. Volumes rose 11 per...
Chinese demand for bauxite is restructuring the dry bulk market, with imports of bauxite hitting record levels in 2025. Between January and August, port discharges of bauxite in China reached 145.2 million tonnes, up 26 per cent year-on-year, according to AXSMarine. This marks an increase of 30 million tonnes compared with 2024, the strongest start ever for the trade. Guinea dominates supply, shipping 137.5 million tonnes and accounting for 77 per cent of China’s intake. Australia followed with 30.5 million tonnes, or 17 per cent, while Guyana, Turkey, Sierra Leone, and other exporters added smaller volumes. The long-haul nature of Guinean cargoes has boosted tonne-mile demand, with bauxite’s share of global dry bulk tonne miles rising from just 2 per cent in 2015 to 8.5 per cent this...
London Metal Exchange (LME) aluminium prices recorded a marginal decline on September 24 compared to the previous day, while warehouse stocks rose moderately. The cash bid price slipped from USD 2,645.5 per tonne on September 23 to USD 2,622.5 per tonne on September 24, down 0.87 per cent, while the cash offer price eased from USD 2,646 to USD 2,623 per tonne, also a 0.87 per cent decline. Similarly, the three-month contract weakened, with the bid price falling from USD 2,639.5 per tonne to USD 2,624 per tonne, down 0.59 per cent, and the offer price moved down from USD 2,640 to USD 2,625 per tonne, a 0.57 per cent decline. The December 2026 contract also posted a slight decrease, with the bid price slipping from USD 2,682 per tonne to USD 2,670, down 0.45 per cent, and the offer price...
Press Metal Aluminium Holdings Bhd, an aluminium-producing firm, is set for steady earnings in the second half of 2025. The growth will be supported by firmer aluminium prices, effective hedging and easing input costs. Hong Leong Investment Bank Bhd (HLIB Research) said margins will improve with lower carbon anode prices. These prices fell five per cent quarter-on-quarter. The aluminium–alumina cost ratio is also expected to stay stable at 13–14 per cent. HLIB Research noted, “While alumina prices edged up modestly to USD 362 per tonne in the third quarter (Q3), from USD 354 per tonne in Q2, prices have generally softened through mid-2025 as new refining capacity in China and Indonesia shifted the market into surplus.” The firm expects alumina to remain range-bound at USD 330–USD 370 per...
China's unwrought aluminium trade landscape in 2025 shows imports on the rise, climbing to 2.1 million tonnes in the first half of the year, which is a 2.4 per cent increase compared to the same time last year. This growth is largely driven by robust demand from the construction and transportation sectors, along with increased bauxite inflows by 18.2 per cent year-on-year ensuring a steady supply of raw materials. However, exports face hurdles, totalling 272.9 thousand tonnes during the same period. While this marks a slight recovery from last year, exports are still grappling with changing global demand trends, likely India’s anti dumping duties, US tariff conflicts and so on, price fluctuations and various regulatory challenges. Year-to-date: China's imports of unwrought aluminium...
