Kaiser Aluminum is seeing stronger demand across aerospace, defence, packaging and semiconductor-related markets, with customer bookings extending into 2027. However, the aluminium producer’s latest results highlight a challenge: converting rising shipments and record conversion revenue into stronger profitability as planned outages, lower scrap utilisation and startup costs weigh on margins. The company reported third-quarter 2026 shipments of 300 million pounds, up from 270 million pounds in the same period last year, while conversion revenue climbed 25 per cent year-on-year to a record USD 439 million from USD 351 million. Net sales reached USD 1.21 billion. Despite the growth, adjusted EBITDA increased by only USD 3 million year-on-year to USD 84 million. A USD 29 million unfavourable...
Vietnam-based custom motorcycle studio Bandit9 has unveiled the Bandit9 (RED) 800, a limited-edition Ducati-based motorcycle that combines sculptural aluminium bodywork with a charitable commitment to healthcare programmes. Its defining feature is a hand-painted finish that fades from deep Racing Red at the front into exposed, hand-brushed aluminium towards the rear, making the metal itself a central part of the design. Limited to just nine units worldwide, the motorcycle is priced at USD 49,900, with Bandit9 pledging a fixed USD 14,000 from each bike to (RED), the organisation that raises funds to fight AIDS and other preventable diseases. If all nine examples are sold, the commitment would total USD 126,000. Red paint gives way to sculpted aluminium The Bandit9 (RED) 800 builds on the...
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The United States’ dynamic transformation in aluminium trade landscape is very well reflected through its semi-finished product imports, specifically aluminium plates, sheets, and bars as they show both volume growth and evolving sourcing patterns in Q1 2025. Despite maintaining a modest 22 per cent share of the country’s total aluminium imports during the quarter, this segment displayed a notable increase in volume, reaching 324,000 tonnes, up 10.69 per cent from 292,700 tonnes in Q4 2024. Yet, this sequential uptick didn’t surpass the 339,000 tonnes imported in Q2 2024. However, it did outpace Q3 2024’s figure of 300,600 tonnes and marked a 10.97 per cent rise year-on-year from 292,000 tonnes, reinforcing the upward trajectory driven by policy anticipation and domestic demand. February...
On Tuesday, President Donald Trump asserted that the US is “making major progress” in gaining access to the Indian market, attributing the breakthrough to his administration’s increasing use of tariffs to pressure countries into lowering trade barriers. The remarks come amid tensions between Washington and New Delhi, as the US imposes a fresh round of steep tariffs on Indian metal exports and broadens its use of “reciprocal duties” to target what it sees as unfair foreign trade practices. Speaking shortly after announcing a new zero-tariff trade pact with Indonesia, President Trump pointed to the deal as a model for how tariff pressure can yield results. Under the new agreement, American companies will enjoy zero-tariff access to Indonesian markets, while Indonesian exports to the US will...
On this World Youth Skills Day, Vedanta Aluminium, India's largest aluminium producer, has considered each word quite literally. The firm celebrated the day with heightened growth, incorporating grassroots innovation with value-driven employability programs across all its business units by empowering over 15,000 youth across the country. Image source: vedantaaluminium.com Spanning rural and industrial areas in Odisha, Chhattisgarh and Andhra Pradesh, the firm's initiatives supported the youth to be equipped with job-ready skills in high-demand trades and fostered inclusive, sustainable livelihoods. The firm's efforts in upskilling were aligned by keeping in mind the needs of the locals as well as meeting global industry trends. The initiative provided these youths with hands-on training...
All eyes are on Alcoa Corporation’s Q2 2025 earnings, set to be revealed on July 16, 2025. In the meantime, Zacks Investment Research has offered an early outlook, projecting the company’s revenue to reach USD 2.91 billion, reflecting a modest increase of 0.3 per cent from the same quarter in 2024. But the estimation on year-on-year movement says otherwise as Zacks estimates Alcoa to face a decline. Zack’s estimation on Alcoa’s earning per share, on the other hand, shows it has decreased in the past 30 days, amounting to 30 cents. But if the figure is compared with the prior year's quarterly level, it represents an increase of 87.5 per cent. The company's four-quarter earnings show an average of 57.4 per cent, which is significantly higher than the estimate. Supports gained for Alcoa's...
Romanian aluminium producer ALRO, a subsidiary of Cyprus-based Vimetco PLC, marked 28 years of trading on the Bucharest Stock Exchange (BVB) and 60 years of uninterrupted industrial activity. Since its listing on October 16, 1997, ALRO’s market capitalisation has soared nearly 21 times and now exceeds RON 1 billion (USD 220 million). Image credit: BVB press release The company’s journey began with the production of Romania’s first batch of aluminium on June 30, 1965, at the Aluminium Plant in Slatina. Since then, more than 12 million tonnes of cast aluminium and 11 million tonnes of electrolytic aluminium have been produced in the country. Over its time on the stock exchange, ALRO has seen over 220,000 transactions involving more than 510 million of its shares, with a total value...
Aluminium prices recorded slight gains across key London Metal Exchange (LME) price chart on Tuesday, July 15, while alumina saw a minor decline. The LME cash bid price for aluminium rose to USD 2,593.50 per tonne, up from USD 2,585.50 per tonne on July 14, an increase of 0.31 per cent. The cash offer price also climbed by 0.31 per cent, from USD 2,586 per tonne to USD 2,594 per tonne. LME’s 3-month aluminium price chart reflected similar momentum, with the bid price rising by 0.41 per cent to USD 2,595.50 per tonne and the offer price increasing by 0.43 per cent to USD 2,596 per tonne, compared to July 14. December 26 aluminium price closed with a bid price of USD 2,630 per tonne and an offer price of USD 2,635 per tonne, both rising by approximately 0.46 per cent from the previous day’s...
The global non-ferrous market size at present stands at USD 1.18 trillion (2024), which is poised to reach USD 1.75 trillion by 2033, shared Dr Anupam Agnihotri at the recently held International Conference for Non-Ferrous Metals, 2025. The metals leading the path of growth include Aluminium, Nickel, Copper and rare earth elements. Image for referential purposes only Amongst all these, from food trays to battery packs, the thin yet mighty aluminium foil has evolved far beyond its conventional kitchen connotation. Now, it’s spearheading a global packaging transformation, with the market projected to leap from USD 29.1 billion in 2024 to USD 48.8 billion by 2034, growing at a CAGR of 5.3 per cent over the next decade. Behind these numbers lies a compelling story of industrial convergence,...
On July 11, 2025, the US Department of Commerce (DOC) launched anti-circumvention investigations into disposable aluminium containers, pans, trays, and lids imported from Vietnam and Thailand. The petition was filed by the Aluminum Foil Container Manufacturers Association. But in general, US also imported significant amount of aluminium foil from other Asian nations like Japan and South Korea. In 2024, as per OEC data, US imported around USD 14 million aluminium foils from South Korea and USD 78.8 million from Japan. So, why the probe was launched only upon Vietnam and Thailand? According to the Trade Remedies Authority of Vietnam, the probe is based on suspicions that aluminium foil produced in China is being shipped to countries, processed into finished products, and then exported to...
The European Union is treading a tightrope of de-escalation and retaliation, extending its suspension of retaliatory tariffs on American goods until early August while at the same time drawing up a huge new list of countermeasures and seeking worldwide allies in reaction to new tariff threats from Washington. Image generated by AI for representational purpose The transatlantic confrontation, initially sparked over aluminium and steel , now has the potential to expand into a much wider trade war, placing enormous stress on the worldwide aluminium supply chain. Shots fired The most recent flare-up was fuelled when US President Donald Trump sent a letter about a new 30 per cent tariff on everything the EU and Mexico export to the US, effective August 1. This follows the recent doubling of...
As global trade conflicts grow and political alliances change, American companies in many industries are struggling with rising tariffs on imported aluminium. Image for representational purpose Introduced on June 4, 2025, the 50 per cent aluminium tariff was meant to support US producers as economic tensions grew between Western countries and the BRICS group (Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa) but it has triggered widespread disruptions in supply chains, driving up costs and compelling companies from automakers to beverage manufacturers and luxury brands to swiftly adjust their strategies. Aluminium plays a crucial role in many products, valued for its lightweight, strength, and flexibility, especially in cars, packaging, construction, and luxury goods. The tariff effectively...
India has crossed an ambitious milestone by achieving 50 per cent of its entire installed energy capacity from renewable sources — five years ahead of its 2030 target for renewable energy under the Paris Agreement. This announcement and massive leap forward, confirmed by the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy, highlight India's increasing energy independence and increasing technological expertise in renewables. Image source: Hydropolis Union Minister for New and Renewable Energy Pralhad Joshi commented on a social media platform: "India’s total installed energy capacity stands at 484.8 GW, of which 242.8 GW comes from non-fossil clean energy sources." Solar’s dominant rise and aluminium solar panels Solar energy has taken centre stage in India's green transition, contributing almost...
Canyon Resources, a company focused on bauxite development and exploration for Minim Martap in Cameroon, has announced the appointment of Adjou Ait Ben Idir as its nonexecutive director. Adjou has resumed in this role from July 14, 2025. Image source: linkedin.com Ait Ben Idir has a strong 20+ years of experince as a corporate lawyer in finance and mergers & acquisitions (M&A). She is based in Dubai but has international work experience across Europe and the Middle East and Africa (EMEA) region. Idir's strong corporate profile highlights her specialisation in cross-border M&A, international joint ventures, special situations or boardroom crisis management and privatisation across a myriad of sectors like mining, energy, infrastructure, and transport. Canyon Resources expects Idir's...
In May 2025, world alumina production recorded a slight rise month-on-month following a slump in April, but not without a twist. While total monthly output rose to 12.626 million tonnes, marking a 3 per cent increase, the daily average slipped slightly from 408,400 tonnes to 407,300 tonnes, according to the International Aluminium Institute (IAI). The decline in daily output is likely due to one fewer operational day in May’s calendar. Of the total alumina production in May, metallurgical-grade ore accounted for 11.841 million tonnes, making up 93.78 per cent of the total output, while chemical-grade output stood at 785,000 tonnes, contributing 6.22 per cent to the overall production. Notably, the growth in May alumina production was exclusively driven by metallurgical-grade ore, as...
On Monday, July 14, both LME aluminium cash bid price and LME aluminium official price opened the week with a fall of USD 5.5 per tonne or 0.21 per cent. The prices settled at USD 2,585.50 per tonne (cash bid) and USD 2,586 per tonne (official settlement), respectively. As per the London Metal Exchange (LME) data, 3-month bid price and 3-month offer price dropped by USD 8 per tonne or 0.30 per cent to clock at USD 2,584.5 per tonne and USD 2,585 per tonne. December 26 bid price and December 26 offer price closed at USD 2,618 per tonne and US$2,623 per tonne, after reflecting a drop of USD 9 per tonne or 0.34 per cent. On the same day, LME aluminium 3-month Asian Reference Price decreased by USD11 per tonne to arrive at USD 2,592 per tonne. LME aluminium opening stock came in at 405550...
Alcoa Corporation, with its joint venture partner, IGNIS Equity Holdings, SL, have recently made an announcement of commencing the restart process of the San Ciprian smelter in Spain. Previously, on April 28, 2025, Alcoa's complex in this location received a wide power outage all across Spain, affecting the operations of both the smelter and the refinery. The production of this joint venture was curtailed in 2021 due to the high power prices. It began the process of restart, but again took a pause due to nationwide power outage in Spain on April 28, 2025, disrupting the overall operations in the adjacent smelter and refinery. Before the curtailment, the facility held the total production capacity of 228,000 tonnes annually, representing a substantial portion of the European aluminium...
They say a picture is worth a thousand words, but when it comes to aluminium in vaccines, the numbers tell a much stronger story. A massive 24-year study from Denmark, tracking more than 1.2 million children, has just delivered powerful reassurance by debunking the danger of aluminium in vaccines . The use of aluminium salts in vaccines has long been a topic of debate. However, a nationwide cohort study conducted in Denmark, which investigated the potential link between cumulative aluminium exposure from early childhood vaccinations and the development of autoimmune, atopic or allergic, and neurodevelopmental disorders, revealed striking results. The research found no evidence that aluminium in vaccines increases the risk of developing childhood conditions such as asthma, autism, or a...
Rio Tinto, a leading global mining group, has announced the appointment of Simon Trott as its new Chief Executive Officer. Trott is set to succeed Jakob Stausholm, with the position being effective from August 25, 2025. At present, Trott is working as the Ore Chief Executive, with an exceptional delivery for more than 25 years in dynamic roles ranging from commodities and geographics, focused on a strong value-based performance culture to bolstering partnerships with the stakeholders. He has already made a significant impact in strengthening our core business and deepening our relationships with stakeholders in Australia. In the role of Ore Chief Executive, Simon successfully upheld the business with improved operational performance, with a focus on the financial and safety disciplines....
Maan Aluminium, a leading manufacturer and trader of aluminium profiles based out of India, has recently announced its Registrar and Share Transfer Agent, MUFG Intime India Private Limited, about is compliance with Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI)'s Depositories and Participants Regulations for the quarter ending on June 30, 2025. Image source: maanaluminium.com Within the confirmation, the company has highlighted the dematerialisation of securities with ensured listing on the stock exchange. Additionally, the confirmation includes updates on registering the members. Till 2003, Maan Aluminium was a private limited company and became a private limited company in August 2006. Nearly a decade later, the firm announced its Registrar and Share Transfer Agent, M/s. MUFG Intime...
