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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Bosnian bauxite miner Boksit reported a net profit of 4.7 million marka (USD 2.8 million / EUR 2.4 million) for the first half of 2025, a sharp turnaround from 791,013 marka in the same period last year, the company announced last week. Image for representational purpose The strong profit performance came despite a 43.5 per cent year-on-year fall in total revenue to 15 million marka, highlighting the impact of aggressive cost-cutting measures. Total expenses dropped by 59.8 per cent, reaching 10.4 million marka, enabling the company to operate more efficiently amid challenging market conditions. The first-half rebound follows a tough 2024, when Boksit recorded a net loss of 6.8 million marka (USD 3.8 million/EUR 3.5 million), reversing a profit of 1.4 million marka in 2023. Last year’s...
Throughout 2024 and continuing into 2025, copper markets have been unsettled by US trade investigations and persistent ore supply constraints, particularly in China, the world’s largest consumer and producer of copper. But it’s not just copper, global non-ferrous (and ferrous) metals are witnessing a broader transformation. Investors and industries are increasingly pivoting from copper to aluminium, prompted by raw material shortages, elevated market volatility, and shifting global trade policies. Copper under pressure: trade scrutiny and supply shortfalls The US government’s Section 232 investigation into copper imports has significantly disrupted the market, sparking price volatility and triggering a sharp drop in fund participation. CME copper futures contracts plummeted from 134,000...
The recent RMB 12.5 billion (USD 1.74 billion) eVTOL (electric vertical take-off and landing) aircraft order secured by a Sichuan-based Chinese manufacturer is a significant boost to China's domestic aluminium value chain. This large-scale deal of 500 eVTOL marks an important breakthrough for "Made in Sichuan" aircraft, signalling China's strong entry into the global low-altitude aviation market. Image Source : Shanghai Volant Aviation Technology Co., Ltd. (Volant) At the inaugural International Low Altitude Economy Expo, Shanghai Volant Aviation Technology Co., Ltd. (Volant) entered a tripartite cooperation with Thailand's Pan Pacific Limited and China Aviation Technology International Engineering Co., Ltd. (AVIC Engineering). It also signals global confidence in Chinese aerospace...
Metallurgical-grade alumina output among the 44 Chinese producers regularly tracked by Mysteel totalled 1.85 million tonnes over July 25-31, higher by 0.9 per cent from the prior week, the results of Mysteel's latest survey showed. This marked the sixth consecutive weekly increase, though the pace slowed from the previous week's 2.2 per cent rise, Mysteel Global noted. The mixed impact of maintenance outages and production ramp-ups last week drove the modest rise in output, market sources suggested. An alumina producer in Guizhou province began a 10-day maintenance stoppage on an 800,000 tonnes per year production line on July 26. During the same week, two refiners in Guangxi autonomous region and Yunnan province raised their rates of production slightly to operate at 1.9 million tonnes...
A significant collaboration has been established in the Indian aluminium downstream sector. Arfin India Limited, a prominent manufacturer of high-quality aluminium products, including wire and wire rods , has secured a domestic order from JFE Shoji India Private Limited. The order entails the supply of 900 tonnes of aluminium deoxidiser (deox) products for August 2025, marking a key development in product innovation and supply chain alignment within the industry. Domestic supply of aluminium deox Arfin India Limited has secured the order at a total value of INR 25.98 crore (USD 3.12 million), with the aluminium deox products scheduled for delivery to various steel mills across western India. As per the company's exchange filing dated August 4, 2025, the order was facilitated through its...
The protectionist tariff strategy once touted by US President Donald Trump to revitalise domestic aluminium and steel production appears to be yielding the opposite effect - at least in early 2025. Industry indicators point to a clear downturn, with aluminium demand and production trending downward during the first quarter of the year. Image credit: Aluminum Association PMI signals early warning The first signs of contraction came from industrial sentiment. Both the US and Canadian Purchasing Managers’ Indexes (PMI) dipped below the critical 50-point threshold in March 2025, registering at 49 and 46.3, respectively, indicating a shrinking manufacturing sector. Historically, a PMI below 50 signals a downturn in production and purchasing activity, which typically correlates with weakening...
Futures: Last night, the most-traded SHFE aluminium 2509 contract opened at RMB 20,525 per tonne, with a high of RMB 20,525 per tonne, a low of RMB 20,435 per tonne, and closed at RMB 20,440 per tonne. Trading volume was 42,000 lots, and open interest was 224,000 lots. Last night, LME aluminium opened at USD 2,566.5 per tonne, with a high of USD 2,573.5 per tonne, a low of USD 2,565 per tonne, and closed at USD 2,570 per tonne. Image for referential purposes only Macro: (1) A spokesperson for the European Commission stated that the EU will suspend the implementation of tariff retaliation measures against the US, which were originally scheduled to take effect on August 7, within six months. The EU will continue to cooperate with the US to finalise a joint statement on trade. (Bullish ★)...
The increasing environmental concerns are emerging in diverse sectors with the rising shift to low-carbon use. Similar action is seen within the global aluminium industry, where Capral, a leading provider of aluminium products and solutions across Australia, is on the road to launch new lower-carbon aluminium options. New innovation Capral is set to launch a new lower-carbon aluminium sheet offering this month, featuring an embodied carbon footprint of approximately six tonnes of CO₂ per tonne of aluminium. The sheets will be made available in standard two-and three-millimetre thicknesses, providing the market with an accessible, sustainable alternative for a wide range of applications. The enhanced LocAl® range will expand the range of sustainable supply chain solutions available to the...
On August 4, DI Dongil announced its merger with Dongil Aluminium to ensure that its efficiency increases for its overall production of aluminium foil for its batteries. This merger is expected to increase the efficiency of the working mechanism management. This would also ensure that it would reduce the uncertainties arising from various duplicate listings of the subsidiaries. A DI official stated, "Through this merger, we plan to strengthen our long-term growth foundation centred on advanced materials," adding that "the establishment of the new plant in Cheongju is expected to play a pivotal role in improving the company's performance as well as in the group's strategic transition." Dongil Aluminium is constructing a new plant entirely dedicated to the production of batteries on a site...
Gujarat based aluminium extrusion products manufacturer ANB Metal Cast is set to launch its initial public offering (IPO) on August 8, marking the ninth SME IPO this week. The IPO will open in the price range of INR 148–INR 156 per share and close on August 12, while the anchor book for institutional investors opens on August 7. Shares will be listed on NSE Emerge from August 18, with the IPO allotment date set for August 13. The company aims to raise INR 49.92 crore through a fresh issue of 32 lakh equity shares at the upper price band. Sun Capital Advisory Services is acting as the merchant banker for the issue. IPO funds to boost capacity and capabilities Proceeds from the IPO will primarily support the company’s manufacturing expansion, with INR 13.7 crore allocated to construct an...
The accelerating energy transition is creating significant growth opportunities, with industry leaders adopting forward-looking strategies for long-term impact. In line with this trend, Prysmian Group, recognised globally for its power and telecom cable expertise, is driving a new phase of progress through advanced cable solutions, strategic collaborations and sustainable manufacturing practices. These initiatives not only align with Europe's decarbonisation objectives but also position the company as a key enabler in the integration of renewable energy, AI-powered smart grids and electric vehicles (EVs). Investments in focus Prysmian's recent investments and strategic projects highlight its critical role in advancing Europe's energy infrastructure. In 2024, the company secured a EUR 450...
American multinational automaker Ford Motor Company is under increasing pressure from trade changes as it re-estimates the 2025 forecast. They announced tariffs will affect future profits by USD 3 billion, up by USD 0.5 billion from the previously announced USD 2.5 billion . The automaker's Station-B-related expenses were USD 800 million in the second quarter, leading Ford to post its first quarterly loss in nearly three years. Image for referential purposes only The adjusted EBIT for 2023 is now expected to fall between USD 6.5 billion and USD 7.5 billion (down from between USD 7 billion and USD 8.5 billion from its February guidance), and Ford management continues to monitor and take advantage of opportunities for improvements to the current EBIT range. Strategic missteps meet policy...
Despite ongoing border tensions and temporary checkpoint closures, trade between Thailand and Cambodia saw notable growth in early 2025, reflecting both resilience and underlying fragility in their cross-border economic ties. According to data released by Thailand’s Commerce Ministry on Monday, bilateral trade rose by 3.33 per cent year-on-year in the first half of 2025, reaching baht 95.147 billion, even as geopolitical tensions began to strain logistics and erode market confidence. The 2025 conflict between Thailand and Cambodia was triggered in late May when a Cambodian soldier was killed, reigniting a long-standing territorial dispute. The situation escalated sharply on July 24, when heavy fighting broke out. By July 27, clashes had spread to 12 border locations, resulting in...
On Monday, August 4, both LME aluminium cash bid price and LME aluminium official settlement price surged by USD 30.5 per tonne or 1.19 per cent and USD 30 per tonne or 1.17 per cent to halt at USD 2,574.5 per tonne and USD 2,575 per tonne. As per the London Metal Exchange (LME) price graph, both 3-month bid price and 3-month offer price ascended by USD 22 per tonne or 0.86 per cent and USD 23 per tonne or 0.90 per cent to peg at USD 2,568 per tonne and USD 2,570 per tonne. December 26 bid price and December 26 offer price gained USD 25 per tonne or 0.96 per cent to settle at USD 2,618 per tonne and USD 2,623 per tonne. Also Read: LME aluminium cash price drops to $2,544; live warrants rise to 449,300 tonnes LME aluminium 3-month Asian Reference Price on the other hand lost USD 13 per...
Yongjie New Material Co., Ltd. has achieved ASI Performance Standard V3.1 (2023) for the production of aluminium sheets, strips and foil at their facilities Yong Jie New Material Co., Ltd and Zhejiang Yongjie Aluminum Co., Ltd. located in Zhejiang Province, China. Aluminium Stewardship Initiative (ASI) today announced that Yong Jie New Material Co., Ltd and Zhejiang Yongjie Aluminum Co., Ltd. has been certified against the ASI Performance Standard V3.1 (2023). The facilities’ production processes include smelting, casting (ingot and continuous), hot and cold rolling, foil rolling, slitting, carbon coating, finishing and packaging. In 2024, Yong Jie New Material Co., Ltd. produced approximately 80,000 metric tonnes, while Zhejiang Yongjie Aluminium Co., Ltd. produced approximately 300,000...
According to the data revealed by the Iranian Mines and Mining Industries Development and Renovation Organisation (IMIDRO), the alumina powder production in Iran stood at 74,425 tonnes for March 21 to July 22 2025. Compared to the first four months of the previous Iranian Calendar year (1403), the amount closed at 76,885 tonnes, reflecting a 3.1 per cent fall Y-o-Y. Energy crisis - the reason for Y-o-Y decrease? One of the main reasons for the Y-o-Y decrease can be attributed to the ongoing energy crisis. Widespread electricity shortages triggered power outages, urging industries to curtail or suspend operations, directly impacting alumina output during the period. Not only this, PT Indonesia Asahan Aluminium (Inalum) had previously encountered persistent power supply challenges,...
In a historic pivot that stresses the tectonic shifts in global electronics manufacturing, India has overtaken China as the top source of smartphones sold in the United States. According to Canalys, in the second quarter of 2025, India accounted for a staggering 44 per cent of US-bound smartphone shipments, surpassing China, whose share fell to just 25 per cent, down from over 60 per cent a year earlier. Vietnam, where Samsung Electronics Co. has concentrated much of its manufacturing muscle, ranked second. Image for representational purposes only The shift, while driven by the mobility strategies of Apple Inc. and its supply chain, carries far-reaching consequences for materials markets — aluminium foremost among them. The acceleration of Indian electronics exports is the downstream...
In a strategic pivot highlighting both innovation and geopolitical foresight, global integrated aluminium producing firm Alcoa of Australia Limited, part of Alcoa Corporation, has announced a Joint Development Agreement (JDA) with Japan Australia Gallium Associates Pty Ltd (JAGA) to explore gallium recovery at one of its alumina refineries in Western Australia. JAGA is a venture between Sojitz Corporation and the Japan Organisation for Metals and Energy Security (JOGMEC), both key players in Japan's mineral supply strategy. Image for referential purposes only Gallium is a by-product of the refining of bauxite, is essential in semiconductors and has various aspects of defence. For now, China controls around 80 per cent of the gallium supply worldwide. In 2023, it put in place restrictions...
