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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Aluminium Bahrain B.S.C. (Alba), the world's largest aluminium smelter at one site, announced its financial results for Q2 and the first half of 2025, revealing a large fall in profitability alongside modest revenue growth since the same time last year. Tariff pressure, escalated alumina prices, and sluggish aluminium demand were some of the critical factors that contributed to the downtick in Alba’s Q2 fiscal outcome. Profit for Q2 2025 was BD24.6 million (USD 65.3 million), which reflected a downfall of 64 per cent Y-o-Y from BD 68.5 million (USD 182.2 million) last year. The profit for the first half of 2025 was also down by 54 per cent Y-o-Y to BD 42.7 million (USD 113.5 million). Earnings per share fell from fils (1 fil = AED 8.717.) 48 last year to fils 17 this year. In contrast,...
Orora has officially launched its cutting-edge digital direct-to-can printing system, Helio, with the first set of aluminium cans rolling off the line at its Dandenong facility in Victoria, Australia, marking a series of global and regional firsts for the beverage packaging industry. Chris Smith, Executive GM of Orora Cans, revealed that the high-speed Velox NNC 500 press, now fully integrated into the plant’s second can line, is the first of its kind in the southern hemisphere. What’s more, Orora has become the world’s first canmaker to embed this technology within a live manufacturing line seamlessly. Important features of Helio The Helio press brings advanced capabilities to the table, offering seamless 360° can decoration, a wide colour gamut with precise colour matching, and...
During 2024 and 2025, the US alcoholic beverage market experienced dynamic shifts, marked by rising demand for premium spirits, flavoured beers, and the sustained popularity of ready-to-drink (RTD) options, especially among younger, health-conscious consumers. Tapping into these trends, Caribe Cooler, one of Mexico’s leading RTD alcoholic beverage brands, is set to make a bold entry into the US market. The launch begins in Southern California, a strategic region in the brand’s global expansion. With over 37 years of heritage and cultural resonance in Mexico, Caribe Cooler is cherished for its bold fruit flavours and laid-back appeal. US consumers will enjoy 12 oz 4-pack aluminium cans featuring two signature flavours, namely Peach and Tropical (Mango-Pineapple), each with 4.7 per cent ABV...
Garden City Equity, an Atlanta-based holding company, has announced the acquisition of Commercial Residential Aluminium (CRA), a Venice-based manufacturer of outdoor aluminium products serving both residential and commercial markets. The deal underscores Garden City Equity's strategy to expand its portfolio in the building and outdoor solutions sector. Founded in 1992, CRA operates three facilities across the state and specialises in patio enclosures, fencing, railing and other custom aluminium structures. The acquiring firm is pursuing a strategy of investing in founder-led businesses and plans to support CRA's continued growth within its core markets while driving expansion into new regions. Doug Sorantino, Chief Executive Officer of CRA, stated, "This partnership with Garden City marks...
As of August 5, 2025, Guinea has revoked the bauxite concession previously awarded to Guinea Alumina Corporation (GAC), a subsidiary of Emirates Global Aluminium (EGA), citing violations of the national mining code. The concession has been reassigned to a newly established state-backed entity. This move signals a potential strategic shift by Guinea towards prioritising domestic utilisation of mineral resources and reducing reliance on international operators. Dubai-based EGA, operating in Guinea through its subsidiary GAC, holds a 690-square-kilometre mining concession estimated to contain approximately 400 million tonnes of bauxite reserves. A decree issued late Monday stated that GAC failed to meet regulatory requirements mandating mining companies to submit refinery development plans....
A campaign to recycle more aerosols has been supported by Trafford Council. The Council has partnered with the UK Aerosol Recycling Initiative, a nationwide programme led by Alupro, to launch a new initiative aimed at increasing the number of aerosols recycled through household collections. The trial is designed to understand how aerosols are being disposed of at homes across Trafford and how clearer guidance and better communication can improve recycling habits. As part of the trial, waste collected from Trafford households will be analysed by SUEZ recycling and recovery UK (SUEZ) at its Longley Lane Materials Recycling Facility (MRF) to assess how many aerosols are captured through kerbside recycling and residual collections. These insights will help build a clearer picture of how...
On Tuesday, Mysteel assessed physical prices for metallurgical-grade alumina with more than 98.6 per cent purity as unchanged in Shandong, Henan, Shanxi, Guizhou provinces and in the Guangxi autonomous region, ranging between RMB 3,215 per tonne (USD 447 per tonne) and RMB 3,325 per tonne. The prices have held steady for around one week, Mysteel Global noted. Spot prices remain on hold mainly because of growing caution in the market, as signs have emerged that domestic alumina supplies are gradually loosening, according to market sources. Some traders reported improved logistics and material pick-up efficiency at alumina refineries in Shanxi, Shandong, and Hebei, indicating that the previous supply tightness has been alleviated, the sources added. As a result, trading activity in the spot...
The world alumina production (including chemical-grade) witnessed a notable setback in June 2025, declining 3 per cent month-on-month to 12.147 million tonnes - the lowest monthly output since February, according to the International Aluminium Institute (IAI). The downturn was driven by reduced output in both metallurgical and chemical-grade alumina, hinting at broader challenges across the supply chain. Chemical-grade alumina saw a sharp 8 per cent M-o-M decline, falling to 714,000 tonnes, while metallurgical-grade output slipped by 2.72 per cent to 11.433 million tonnes. Although metallurgical-grade alumina recorded a marginal year-on-year increase from 11.385 million tonnes, June’s figure was the second-lowest monthly total of the year, again trailing only February. For the second...
Moscow, 29 July 2025 – At the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum (SPIEF), RUSAL, one of the world’s largest aluminium producers, and AB InBev Efes, largest Russian brewing company, signed a strategic agreement with an aluminium packaging manufacturer and a leading Russian retailer. This collaboration aims to develop circular economy initiatives specifically for aluminium packaging, aligning with national environmental priorities and the sustainability goals of all partners involved. Through this partnership, the companies have introduced Russia’s first beverage packaged in an aluminium can with an ultra-low carbon footprint. The project is unprecedented in Russia, encompassing the entire production process from raw material extraction to the delivery of finished products to store...
Ball Corporation, the global leader in aluminium packaging for beverages, personal care, and household products, has released its financial results for the second quarter of 2025 (Q2 0225). The company has showcased solid growth in both sales and earnings. As per the data, on a GAAP basis, Ball posted net earnings of $212 million, or 76 cents per diluted share, on total sales of $3.34 billion for Q2 2025. That's a notable improvement from the same period last year, when the company reported $158 million in net earnings, or 51 cents per share, on sales of $2.96 billion. The company's total net earnings during H1 2025 (January to June) came in at 391 million compared to 3.84 billion during the same period last year. This data indicates an increase in H1 earnings, suggesting an overall...
Note: This image is AI-generated and for representation purpose only On August 5, 2025, the Indian government informed Parliament that the US has rejected its request for consultations at the World Trade Organisation (WTO) concerning the recent US tariffs on aluminium, steel and related products. Earlier, following Trump’s decision to double tariffs on aluminium and steel from 25 per cent to 50 per cent, India approached the WTO, arguing that these duties should not be classified as safeguard measures . The development now puts focus on how the US–India trade dynamics may evolve in the coming period. In a recent written response to the Lok Sabha, Minister of State for Commerce and Industry Jitin Prasada stated that the US has justified these measures on national security grounds....
The 3rd European Green Aluminium Summit 2025 will be held on 11-12 November 2025, at Düsseldorf, Germany. The 3rd European Green Aluminium Summit 2025 will focus on advancing aluminum’s role in Europe’s green transition, covering key areas such as Green Aluminum Production, Energy Transition, Recycling & Circular Economy, and Policy & Legislation. The summit will bring together policymakers, industry leaders, and innovators to exchange best practices, showcase cutting-edge technologies, and explore collaborative strategies that accelerate decarbonization and build a resilient, net-zero aluminum industry in Europe. Who Should Be There? Aluminium Producers & Manufacturers Renewable Energy & Technology Providers Recycling & Circular Economy Experts Government & Regulatory Bodies Topics...
Futures: Overnight, the most-traded AD2511 cast aluminium alloy futures contract opened at RMB 20,010 per tonne, with a high of RMB 20,015 per tonne, a low of RMB 19,945 per tonne, and closed at RMB 19,970 per tonne, down RMB 35 per tonne or 0.17 per cent from the previous close. Trading volume was 865 lots, and open interest was 8,213 lots, with bulls mainly reducing their positions. Spot-Futures Price Spread Daily Report: According to SMM data, on August 5, the SMM ADC12 spot price was at a theoretical premium of RMB 105 per tonne over the closing price of the most-traded cast aluminium alloy futures contract (AD2511) at 10:15 a.m. Aluminium Scrap: On Tuesday, the spot primary aluminium price rebounded by RMB 40 per tonne from the previous trading day, with SMM A00 spot closing at RMB...
Aluminium prices on the London Metal Exchange (LME) edged down on Tuesday, with slight movement across spot and futures contracts, while inventories saw a modest build and alumina prices slipped. The LME aluminium cash bid price slipped to USD 2,567.50 per tonne, down 0.27 per cent from USD 2,574.50 per tonne on Monday, August 4. The LME aluminium cash offer price followed suit, easing to USD 2,568 per tonne, a 0.27 per cent decrease from USD 2,575 per tonne the day prior. A similar trend was observed in the 3-month contract prices, with the bid falling to USD 2,566 per tonne (down 0.08 per cent) and the offer price to USD 2,568 per tonne (down 0.08 per cent) from USD 2,568 per tonne and USD 2,570 per tonne respectively, recorded on Monday. However, longer-dated contracts reflected a...
In alignment with the Global Industry Standard on Tailings Management (GISTM) and its commitment to achieving zero harm, Rio Tinto, a leading global mining group engaged in the discovery, mining and processing of the Earth's mineral resources has published comprehensive details on its global tailings facilities, setting a benchmark for safe and responsible tailings management across the industry. In the recent disclosure, the company has made an update on 14 tailings facilities, which are being rated very high or extreme consequences under the GISTM classifications. This has been previously disclosed on August 4, 2023 and in today's time, new information on the 84 tailings facilities are released, which are rated as low, high or significant. Rio Tinto Chief Technical Officer Mark Davies...
As the world pivots towards sustainable energy solutions, the demand for efficient and durable lithium-ion batteries has never been higher. Central to this demand is the performance of cathode materials, with NMC 111 (Nickel Manganese Cobalt) being a prominent choice due to its balanced capacity and stability. However, the longevity and efficiency of these batteries are often compromised by structural instabilities during charge and discharge cycles. A recent study by researchers Elong, Kasim, and Badar introduces a promising solution by doping NMC 111 cathodes with aluminium and titanium. This innovative approach aims to enhance the structural integrity and electrochemical performance of the cathodes, addressing the pressing need for longer-lasting and more reliable batteries. Why is...
Greek industrial and energy conglomerate METLEN Energy & Metals Plc (MTLN) is signalling bigger international ambitions with its debut trading at the London Stock Exchange (LSE). It marks a notable milestone in its transformation into a global player. The listing follows the successful completion of a voluntary share exchange offer (SEO), which achieved over 90 per cent shareholder acceptance. METLEN now owns a primary listing on the LSE, with a secondary listing on the Athens Exchange. Backed by a group of international and Greek advisers, including Morgan Stanley, Citigroup, Clifford Chance LLP, and EY LLP, the listing reflects METLEN’s strategic pivot to global capital markets. With MTLN’s debut trading, LSE marks their first-ever euro-denominated primary listing, thus highlighting...
British-Australian mining firm Rio Tinto is about to set itself up for a game-changing opportunity. If aluminium-ion (Ai) batteries, supported by companies like Tesla, can create new commercialisation, then Rio Tinto could be one of the most strategic beneficiaries. With its combination of critical mineral assets, diversification, and hopes of growth in lithium and copper, Rio Tinto is making itself an integral part of the battery value chain. Aluminium-ion: a game-changer for Rio Tinto Aluminium-ion batteries offer many benefits over lithium-ion batteries . They are lighter, charge faster, and have a higher energy density, with much lower environmental impacts. With aluminium being relatively abundant (bauxite, the ore for aluminium, constitutes ~8 per cent of the Earth’s crust), Ai...
