US-based Strategic Bauxite Inc. is preparing to expand its refractory-grade bauxite operations in Guyana after acquiring Guyana-based First Bauxite LLC in July. The company’s plans were discussed during a recent meeting between US Ambassador to Guyana Nicole Theriot and Strategic Bauxite executives. The proposed investment is expected to expand mining and processing capacity in the country while strengthening the supply of refractory-grade bauxite. The expansion is backed by USD 85.5 million in US government equity funding through the Industrial Base Analysis and Sustainment (IBAS) programme, alongside USD 64.5 million in private-sector co-investment. Guyana mine and calcination capacity to expand According to the US Embassy, the combined USD 150 million investment will support an...
Germany has long been one of Europe’s key markets for aluminium extrusions. Germany’s aluminium extrusion market was valued at USD 3,787.5 million in 2025 and is projected to grow at a 5.8 per cent CAGR through 2030, according to various industry sources. A large share of the Germany’s aluminium extrusion demand comes from the automotive, construction and machinery sectors. While automotive applications include EV components, chassis parts and structural assemblies, construction demand is supported by renovation and infrastructure projects, particularly for energy-efficient windows and façades. Machinery and industrial applications further broaden the market for extruded aluminium. As demand evolves, extrusion plants are also looking for more efficient ways to produce and move profiles....
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The collective agreement for mines, quarries, and related industries in Guinea will take effect in August, according to a letter dated August 12 from the country's Ministry of Labour and Civil Service to the National Chamber of Mines, local media reported. Rusal Friguia, a bauxite and alumina complex in Guinea owned by Russian aluminum giant Rusal, has recently been affected by a strike triggered by the company's alleged non-compliance with the collective agreement. The strike began in late July and intensified this week amid disputes over working conditions and benefits between Rusal Friguia and its employees. The labour action started on July 28, when more than 100 workers at the Friguia alumina refinery in Friguia Prefecture, Boké Region, took to the streets to protest the company's...
According to SMM survey statistics, the operating rate of the secondary aluminium industry in July 2025 rebounded by 0.7 percentage points M-o-M from June to 42.2 per cent, with a Y-o-Y increase of 2.8 per cent. Orders for secondary aluminium in July performed better than expected. Firstly, orders from sectors such as NEVs and motorcycle parts were robust, supporting orders for some enterprises. Secondly, after the listing of cast aluminium alloy futures, futures and spot traders acquired large quantities of delivery brand or non-delivery brand ADC12, which to some extent hedged against the decline in downstream orders for enterprises and mitigated the fluctuations of traditional peak and off-seasons. Since August, market demand has weakened somewhat, with enterprises focusing mainly on...
Driven by robust aluminium demand across diverse global packaging industries , Novelis, a global leader in aluminium rolling, recycling and sustainable solutions, has reported strong momentum in the aluminium beverage packaging segment. To address this growth trajectory, the company is progressing with capacity expansion at its new Alabama facility, targeting sustainability-led demand in the sector. For the quarter ended June 30, the company reported beverage packaging sales of nearly USD 2.5 billion, marking a year-on-year growth of over 22 per cent. Increased beverage packaging shipments across regions offset declines in automotive and speciality segments, resulting in a total rolled product shipment increase of just over 1 per cent year-on-year. The performance, however, faced pressure...
Aluminium dross, a by-product formed during the melting and processing of aluminium, emerges when molten aluminium oxidises on the surface, creating a thin ‘skin-like’ layer. Historically, dross was often sent to landfills — a practice not only harmful to the environment but also wasteful, as it meant losing valuable aluminium content and other recoverable materials. Source: AL CircleBiz In recent years, however, the industry’s focus on sustainability, environmental responsibility, and resource efficiency has driven major advancements in dross processing technologies. Modern systems can now recover over 95 per cent of the aluminium content, significantly outperforming conventional recovery methods. Despite this progress, a substantial portion of dross — particularly from the secondary...
Manaksia Aluminium Company has recently reaffirmed its quality and valuation grades, indicating it has improved performance execution. The principal financial metrics suggest this view, with 5-year sales growth of 12.60 per cent and EBIT growth of 19.03 per cent, and it is making a better presentation as a participant in the non-ferrous metals industries. In fact, the quality grade increased from below average to average grade, which suggests improved operational execution. The EBIT-to-interest coverage ratio of 1.34 does suggest fair adequacy of ability to manage its financing obligations. The valuation grade increased from very attractive to attractive with a P/E of 28.87, a price-to-book of 1.47, and an EV/EBITDA of 9.16. The overall assessment of initial attractiveness from a...
Choil Aluminum, the first company to manufacture aluminium semi-fabrication products in the Korean market, reports its stock has risen impressively to 100 per cent in comparison to the last five years. In the previous year, the company witnessed its stock price rise by 11 per cent. The company has demonstrated robust earnings growth, achieving an average annual increase of 56.3 per cent, significantly outpacing the Metals and Mining industry's 5.7 per cent growth rate. The company's revenues have expanded at a steady average rate of 8.5 per cent per year. Additionally, the company has also reported its return on equity of 8.1 per cent alongside net profit margins of 3.3 per cent. Share price movement Day-on-day On August 13, 2025, Choil Aluminum's stock opened at KRW 1,625 (USD 1.25),...
Aluwind Infra-Tech Limited, a specialist in designing, fabricating, and installing custom aluminium windows, doors, facades, glazing, and cladding systems, has announced the receipt of a prestigious INR 23.82 crore (USD 2.86 million) contract from Larsen & Toubro Limited's Realty Division (L&T). Following the announcement, Aluwind Infra-Tech's stock hit the 5 per cent upper circuit, underscoring strong investor confidence. With a market capitalisation of INR 194.43 crore (USD 23.33 million), its shares surged to INR 78.25 (USD 0.94) on Tuesday, up from the previous close of INR 74.55 (USD 0.89). From a financial standpoint, the company's performance has been equally impressive. Revenue jumped from INR 42 crore (USD 5.04 million) in H2 FY24 to INR 64 crore (USD 7.68 million) in H2 FY25, a...
Vedanta Aluminium, India's largest aluminium producer, commemorated the International Youth Day by highlighting the contribution of its young workforce in driving innovation, sustainability and technological advancements across its operations in Odisha, Chhattisgarh and Andhra Pradesh. Combining the agility of a start-up with the scale of a global conglomerate, Vedanta is strategically developing a future-ready talent pipeline. Each year, Vedanta onboards nearly 2,000 fresh graduates from leading institutions such as IITs and IIMs. Supported by comprehensive learning and development programmes, the company has built a robust pipeline of over 3,000 young leaders through structured talent management initiatives. With an average employee age of 31 and 65 per cent of its workforce below 35,...
Phinergy, a power generation innovator, has teamed up with US-based electrical contracting firm Rosendin to introduce aluminium-air backup power systems to the American data centre market. The collaboration aims to replace diesel generators with a cleaner, low-carbon alternative for mission-critical facilities and microgrids. Importance of power backup systems Power backup systems are vital for modern data centres , maintaining operations during outages or grid issues. Traditional setups pair UPS batteries for instant response with diesel or gas generators for sustained power. Increasingly, operators are adopting advanced options like Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), fuel cells, and renewable integration for greater efficiency and sustainability. With the backup power market valued...
Aluminium prices on the London Metal Exchange (LME) showed a steady upward movement on August 12, with both cash and forward contracts posting gains compared to the previous day. The LME aluminium cash bid price climbed by 0.68 per cent to USD 2,603 per tonne from USD 2,585.5 on August 11, while the cash offer price rose 0.73 per cent to USD 2,605 per tonne from USD 2,586.5 per tonne. Similarly, the 3-month bid price increased by 0.73 per cent to USD 2,610 per tonne and the 3-month offer price gained 0.81 per cent to USD 2,610.5 per tonne up from USD 2,591 per tonne and USD 2,591.5 per tonne respectively on August 11. Forward contracts for December 2026 also saw modest gains, with the bid price rising 0.56 per cent to USD 2,658 per tonne and the offer price increasing 0.57 per cent to USD...
Country-wide, over 300 children are hospitalised annually due to burn-related injuries, according to data from the American Burn Association. By recycling aluminium cans through a statewide fundraiser, the Every Can Counts program raises funds annually to support burn-injured children with financial aid, care kits and custom compression garments. In South Carolina, the Firefighters Burned Children's Fund is working to ensure young burn victims receive comprehensive resources, addressing both recovery and prevention needs. The initiative further operates in partnership with the paediatric burn team at the Medical University of South Carolina, combining expertise and community support to improve outcomes. In addition to financial assistance, impacted families receive care kits and...
Czech Republic based Moravia Cans, one of Europe’s leading producers of aluminium aerosol cans, has joined the UK Aerosol Recycling Initiative (UKARI) as its latest funding partner. Spearheaded by Alupro, UKARI was launched in 2022 with the ambition of increasing national awareness and uptake of aerosol recycling. Working to achieve a recycling rate of 50 per cent by 2030, the programme brings together leading businesses and influencers from across the supply chain to inspire positive behavioural change. As its latest funding partner, Moravia Cans will help to accelerate UKARI’s feasibility studies, data collection activities, pilot programmes and consumer engagement campaigns. 2025 has already been a busy year for the initiative, with waste composition sampling programmes currently in...
Japan’s aluminium market in mid-2025 reflects a mixed picture, with inventories steadily declining despite increased imports. The trend suggests a tightening supply environment, shaped by shifting trade flows, evolving demand patterns and broader economic dynamics. As of July 2025, Marubeni Corp., a leading Japanese general trading house, reported that aluminium inventories across Japan's three key ports, Yokohama, Nagoya and Osaka, declined by 0.4 per cent to 315,400 tonnes. The cause behind the sudden shift The demand front According to data from the Japan Aluminum Association (JAA), Japan's aluminium demand reached 895,100 tonnes in the first quarter of 2025, up by 1.4 per cent year-on-year. Domestic consumption rose by 1.3 per cent to nearly 860,000 tonnes, while exports recorded a...
Dodge is charging full speed into the future with the debut of the all-new 2026 Dodge Charger Scat Pack, driven by the formidable SIXPACK twin-turbo inline-six engine, a beast built to push modern muscle into its next era with raw performance, relentless power, and the unmistakable Dodge spirit. Equipped with standard all-wheel drive (AWD), the high-output SIXPACK delivers a thrilling 550 horsepower and 531 lb.-ft. of torque, rocketing from 0 to 60 mph in just 3.9 seconds and conquering the quarter mile in 12.2 seconds. Dodge has set the price for its Hurricane: the twin-turbocharged 3.0-litre straight-six powering the new Charger Scat Pack starts at $54,995 . The 2026 Charger Scat Pack made its roaring public debut on Friday, August 8, complete with Dodge smoke and spectacle, in downtown...
Orora is an Australian packaging company that mainly focuses on the manufacturing of aluminium beverage cans, which holds a strong ground in the markets of Australia and New Zealand. This company produces aluminium cans of various types and sizes, including classic, sleek, and slimline designs. Moreover, the company focuses on using recycled content in its production process to incorporate sustainability in its packaging process. Source: Orora Group The can manufacturing facility at Dandenong, of Orora, has recently taken a strategic step by incorporating Helio, a new high-speed digital can decorator. The company focuses on using various new innovative measures for packaging its beverage cans. Helio is one of its kind, which would assist the company in using digital printing technology to...
Australia, despite sitting on vast natural gas reserves, now finds itself staring down the barrel of not one, but two energy crises , one gripping the east coast and the other looming over Western Australia. Amid the turmoil, Nationals Senator Matt Canavan took a swipe at Rio Tinto's green energy ambitions, cheekily suggesting the strategy had left its Tomago aluminium smelter, one of the country's largest, on its knees. Australia's biggest aluminium producer, Rio Tinto-owned Tomago facility, in early July, sought billions of dollars in public funds, with the aim of nipping the bud collapse as the local aluminium industry began to face the energy cost crisis. The New South Wales (NSW) government has confirmed it is in talks to prevent the potential collapse of the giant Tomago aluminium...
China's 44 alumina producers under Mysteel's regular tracking produced 1.9 million tonnes of smelter-grade alumina during the week of August 1-7, up by 4,000 tonnes or 0.2 per cent from the prior week, according to Mysteel's latest survey. Although the increase was slightly higher than the 0.1 per cent rise recorded a week earlier, it marked the seventh consecutive week of growth and reflected largely stable production levels, Mysteel Global noted. Market watchers attributed the modest output rise to a mix of maintenance stoppages and plant restarts. In Guizhou in Southwest China, one alumina producer completed a 10-day maintenance shutdown and restarted its 800,000 tonnes per year production line late last week. Meanwhile, in North China Shanxi's Jiaokou county, a refiner cut output at...
With global trade conflicts heating up and political alliances in flux, US companies are facing a new economic reality of soaring tariffs on imported aluminium. The 50 per cent tariff, rolled out on June 4, 2025, was intended to shield domestic producers as tensions escalated between Western nations and the BRICS group (Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa). Instead, it has disrupted supply chains, sent costs spiralling, and forced industries like the beverage makers into rapid strategy overhauls. As per the latest information, the US-based famous iced tea brand, AriZona, has always managed to deal with difficult situations like pandemics, recessions, and wild market swings by not increasing the price of its most famous 99-cent iced tea. Gearing up for a potential price hike...
