Bering Yachts has presented the first hull of its BC60 aluminium explorer catamaran, marking the shipyard’s move to a twin-hull platform while retaining the long-range capability and structural robustness associated with its established explorer vessels. The 18.9-metre vessel has already been delivered and is afloat, with founder and CEO Alexei Mikhailov providing a detailed walkthrough of its design and onboard systems. Measuring 18.9 metres (60 feet) in length overall, with an 8.6-metre beam, the BC60 is designed as a displacement explorer rather than a high-speed production catamaran. Its all-aluminium construction, shallow draft and substantial fuel capacity are intended to support extended passages and greater autonomy at sea. The vessel has a draft of 1.58 metres and carries more...
In the first half (H1) of 2026, the US imported a total of 1.68 million metric tons of unwrought aluminum (HSN code: 7601), of which 16.96% was sourced from the United Arab Emirates (UAE). How has H1 2026 fared for the momentum of unwrought aluminum exports from the UAE to the US? Year-on-year cooling in trade can be noticed, largely owing to the temporary shutdown of the Emirates Global Aluminium’s (EGA’s) Al Taweelah smelter for repair and maintenance. Explore the production, demand and consumption forecasts of bauxite and alumina in our report: “ Global Bauxite & Alumina Market Forecast to 2036: Supply–Demand, Trade Flows & Price Outlook ” H1 aluminum trade snapshot: 2026 vs 2025 vs 2024 Comparing the H1 2026 figures of unwrought aluminum exported by the UAE to the US, a mixed result...
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Emirates Global Aluminium (EGA) has announced an expansion of its partnership with Hyundai Mobis, the global automotive parts manufacturer, to increase the supply of CelestiAL solar aluminium. This enhanced agreement builds on their existing relationship, which began in 2015. Under the updated terms, the annual supply of CelestiAL to Hyundai Mobis will grow from 8,000 tonnes this year to as much as 15,000 tonnes by 2026. Looking ahead, EGA and Hyundai Mobis plan to explore a long-term supply arrangement beyond 2026, focusing on value-added products such as billets, primary foundry alloys, and recycled aluminium. The two companies will also collaborate on developing innovative, exclusive alloys tailored for advanced automotive applications. Abdulnasser Bin Kalban, Chief Executive Officer...
On Tuesday, May 27th, Dong-A Otsuka (CEO Park Chul-ho) announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Novelis Korea, the world's leading aluminium rolling and recycling company. The partnership aims to promote resource recycling and sustainability for THE Masinda, Dong-A Otsuka's canned drinking water product, in alignment with its role as an official sponsor of the 2025 Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) meeting. As part of the agreement, Dong-A Otsuka will add QR codes to the packaging of THE Masinda products. These cans are made from aluminium sheets with a high recycled content, produced at Novelis' Yeongju facility. Recycling aluminium saves up to 95 per cent of the energy and greenhouse gas emissions compared to primary production from bauxite. These QR...
On May 29, 2025, the International Aluminium Institute (IAI) announced its collaboration with the World Business Council for Sustainable Development (WBCSD) to facilitate a smooth and efficient transition of the industry to a circular economy. With this collaboration, both firms shall focus on improving the aluminium beverage can collection systems and validating closed-loop recycling. Collaboration focus The collaboration between the two firms has been done by constituting two major initiatives, which are WBCSD's Critical Materials Collective and IAI's Global Beverage Can Circularity Alliance (GBCCA). IAI and WBCSD will design aluminium products which would be easy to recycle as well as prevent downcycling and attain good quality recycled aluminium covering the entire value chain. The...
Yet another dramatic twist has unfolded in the US tariff corridor! Within just 24 hours, the same US Federal Court delivered two starkly opposite rulings. In one moment, the court struck down Donald Trump’s sweeping tariffs, deeming them unjustified and labelling them as mere safeguard measures not rooted in genuine national security concerns. The other moment, it repealed the verdict, effectively reinstating the tariffs. After even commenting that the tariffs “exceed any authority granted to the president”, this unprecedented move by the US Federal Court arrives as a big surprise for the entire global trade communities. What exactly did the court say? The US Court of International Trade delivered the judgement this week that Donald Trump wrongly used the presidential authority under the...
Aluminium prices slipped by 0.48 per cent, settling at ₹236.45 (USD 2.85), as seasonal domestic weakness and ongoing global trade uncertainties continued to dampen market sentiment. Despite the bearish trend, downside pressure is limited with a rise in alumina prices, driven by supply constraints and refinery maintenance in key Chinese regions, such as Shanxi and Guizhou. Image source: istockphoto Environmental restrictions and limited bauxite supply have tightened the alumina spot market, driving up production costs. According to the WBMS, global primary aluminium output in March reached 6.1609 million tonnes, with consumption at 5.8836 million tonnes, resulting in a monthly surplus of 277,300 tonnes. Continuing the oversupply trend, the global aluminium market recorded a Q1 2025 surplus...
Pittsburgh-based Alcoa Corporation, a global leader in the bauxite, alumina, and aluminium industry, has announced a major update on its ongoing proposal to expand mining operations (Huntly mine) near the Serpentine Dam, a key source of drinking water for Perth. Aimed at supplying the Pinjarra alumina refinery until 2045, the proposal to expand mining operations near the Serpentine Dam has been opened for public comment by Western Australia's Environmental Protection Authority (EPA). With this expansion, Alcoa plans to increase production at its refinery in Pinjarra over the next 20 years. Alcoa has put forward plans to expand mining in three regions, namely Myara North, Holyoake, and O'Neil, and to increase alumina production at its Pinjarra refinery through to 2045. In addition, the...
India and the United Kingdom have recently concluded negotiations on a long-anticipated Free Trade Agreement (FTA) aimed at unlocking bilateral trade potential and reducing tariff barriers. The deal is expected to usher in smoother market access for Indian goods, from textiles and engineering products to aluminium and steel. But even before implementation begins, an invisible tariff threatens to erode these gains: the United Kingdom’s upcoming Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM). Image for representational purposes only (Source: https://x.com/narendramodi/) Set to take effect from January 1, 2027, the UK CBAM is designed to level the playing field between domestic and imported goods by placing a carbon cost on high-emission imports. In doing so, it mirrors the European Union’s CBAM,...
The global calcined alumina market is poised for significant growth, driven by expanding applications across various industries and strategic moves by key players. The calcined alumina market is experiencing robust expansion. Projections indicate growth from approximately USD 16.82 billion in 2025 to USD 28.56 billion by 2032, reflecting a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 7.86 per cent. This surge is attributed to increased demand in sectors such as ceramics, electronics, and refractories, where calcined alumina's properties—like high hardness and thermal stability—are highly valued. Key Applications Driving Demand Advanced Ceramics: Calcined alumina enhances thermal resistance and mechanical strength in ceramics, making it indispensable in automotive, aerospace, and medical device...
With over 34 billion aluminium cans produced annually, Brazil’s can industry is making bold strides toward greater sustainability and a game-changing innovation from Henkel. Unveiled at the Latamcan 2025 fair in Atibaia (SP), Henkel’s new Bonderite C-IC 72003 Pre-Cleaner (70203) is setting a new standard for eco-friendly can production. This cutting-edge solution slashes the washing process temperature from the conventional 60 °C down to just 50 °C, dramatically cutting energy use while maintaining performance. The impact? A cleaner, greener production line. “Brazil recycles 100 per cent of the cans that are produced in the country. Having a more sustainable process in production also means keeping up with the sector’s evolution, not to mention that this reduces costs and risks for...
Sunday’s report on Turkey initiating anti-dumping probe into Chinese aluminium solar frames imports make both the global aluminium and solar industries wonder 'WHY', given the nation’s growing solar energy capacity. In only two and half years, Turkey’s solar energy capacity surged by 102 per cent and reached 19.6 GW by the end of 2024, surpassing the 2025 target ahead of time. Against this backdrop, Turkey’s decision to target China, a key supplier of aluminium solar frames, comes as a surprise. China – dominant supplier under scrutiny China remains Turkey’s largest exporter of aluminium photovoltaic (PV) frames. In 2023, China alone exported 280,000 tonnes of solar frames, accounting for 76 per cent of Turkey’s total imports. This, according to Turkey, is undercutting local...
RUSAL, one of the world's leading aluminium producers is boosting its capacity for thin gauge foil production aimed at food packaging applications. The company is upgrading the С-3/2 finishing foil mill at its SAYANAL facility, the largest foil mill in Russia and the CIS. Once completed, the modernisation valued at 500 million roubles (US$5.62 million) will enhance the mill's automation systems and increase the output of thin gauge foil (less than 9 microns thick) by 10–12 per cent. These ultra-thin foils are essential for advanced food packaging solution, including confectionery wraps, aseptic cartons, and laminated materials. Meanwhile, RUSAL's Ural Foil plant is entering this segment for the first time, marking a significant step forward in its production capabilities. 'In developed...
In October 2024, Guinean customs authorities suspended bauxite exports from Guinea Alumina Corporation (GAC), a subsidiary of Emirates Global Aluminium (EGA), due to unresolved issues with the Guinean government, chiefly around concerns over GAC’s failure to progress on its commitment to build a domestic alumina refinery. As a result, GAC halted exports, and by early 2025, around 2 million tonnes of bauxite had accumulated at the port in Kamsar, unable to be shipped. Image for referential purposes only Located in northwestern Guinea, GAC operates a vast 690-square-kilometre mining concession that feeds directly into international supply chains, thanks to a dedicated rail link to its port at Kamsar. Since exports began in 2019, GAC has become a key supplier of bauxite, the primary ore for...
In movies and some places (sometimes in real life too), the number 13 might be the ultimate bad luck charm, but on the periodic table, this number represents one of the most sustainable and recyclable metals on earth – aluminium. Aluminium, the silent hero, is making its presence felt not only on the grounds but also in the sky. NASA's cutting-edge X-59 quiet supersonic research aircraft, featuring mostly aluminium in its construction, has made a significant stride in its journey. The X-59 was put through its paces as its subsystems and flight computer were rigorously tested to ensure seamless coordination between hardware and software. This major milestone clears the runway for the X-59's highly anticipated first flight later this year, bringing the dream of quieter supersonic travel...
Alborz Pasargad Aluminum Company has made a significant leap forward in enhancing the durability and performance of aluminium profiles by introducing two cutting-edge nanostructured coating technologies. Certified at the nanoscale level, these innovations include a nanostructured anodised coating that boosts corrosion resistance and allows for high-precision printing with nanoscale patterns. This breakthrough marks a major advancement in functional and aesthetic aluminium surface treatments, setting a new standard for next-generation coatings in the industry. Wear and corrosion-resistant nanostructured anodised coating The wear- and corrosion-resistant nanostructured anodised coating is a breakthrough in surface protection, achieved through a meticulously controlled anodising process....
South32 Limited, a mining and metals company headquartered in Perth, Western Australia, has secured $4.4 million government funding to accelerate its carbon emission reduction efforts at Worsley Alumina Refinery, which will eventually bring the company close to its net-zero carbon emission goals by 2050. Image source: ARENA The Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA) said the funding would support South32 in conducting a pre-feasibility study to examine four investment options for partially replacing fossil fuel-based steam generation with renewable energy-powered systems at Worsley refinery. This shift will enable the company reduce direct carbon emissions from burning fossil fuels, leading to a more sustainable future. This funding is part of ARENA’s $400 million Industrial...
SINTEF’s Battery Technology group has reached a major milestone by successfully producing high-loading electrode rolls using sustainable materials like aluminium, a vital breakthrough in scaling up next-generation battery cell technology. This achievement marks a significant step forward for the EU-funded IntelLiGent project, which is focused on developing cutting-edge, high-voltage lithium-ion cells for the electric vehicles (EVs) of tomorrow. Electrode manufacturing remains one of the toughest challenges in expanding battery production and overcoming it is key to Europe’s ambition of building a self-sufficient, competitive battery industry. With this progress, IntelLiGent is helping pave the way toward a greener, more resilient future for European e-mobility. This achievement was made...
Samta Metals & Alloys, a subsidiary of India's Samta Group, is constructing an aluminium and copper recycling facility in the Atlantic Free Zone in Kenitra, Morocco. Image source: Flickr The company is investing USD 70 million in the development of the project within Morocco’s Atlantic Free Zone in Kenitra. Spanning 36,600 square meters, the eco-friendly plant is slated to commence operations by 2026, utilising renewable energy to produce its line of sustainable metal products. Also read: https://www.alcircle.com/news/new-50-million-recycling-facility-in-maryland-promises-to-boost-regional-sustainability-113906 Designed to align with Morocco’s circular economy objectives, the facility will have an annual processing capacity of 35,000 tonnes, targeting the recovery of approximately 19,200...
Aluminium prices in India nudged up 0.8 per cent to INR 238.9 per kilogram, buoyed by a chain reaction unfolding in China’s refinery landscape. But this isn’t just another pricing blip, and it’s a mirror to something deeper: the calculated routine of alumina supply, energy bottlenecks, and macro market muscle. As Chinese refineries go under the wrench and global production gears shift, the aluminium market is entering a new price reality, one which is calibrated not just by output but by strategic pause. Image for representational purposes only Maintenance or market masterstroke? From late March through April 2025, nearly 11.5 million tonnes of Chinese alumina capacity went offline for maintenance, according to Shanghai Metals Market (SMM). Far from a routine fix-up, this mass downtime...
