Aluminium scrap: This week, China's aluminium scrap market prices followed the decline before partially rebounding, with the centre pulling back alongside primary aluminium. As of September 17, SMM A00 aluminium prices closed at RMB 24,180 per tonne, down RMB 380 per tonne from RMB 24,560 per tonne last Thursday, while domestic aluminium scrap prices followed the decline by a relatively limited margin. In terms of price spreads, on September 17, the price difference between A00 aluminium and mixed aluminium extrusion scrap free of paint in Foshan stood at approximately RMB 2,468 per tonne, and the price difference between A00 aluminium and shredded aluminium tense scrap stood at approximately RMB 1,247 per tonne, with the aluminium tense scrap price spread narrowing further W-o-W. On the...
Impact Minerals Limited has raised approximately AUD 2.2 million (USD 1.56 million) before costs through a renounceable rights issue, providing additional funding to advance its two high-purity alumina projects in Australia. The company issued nearly 69 million new shares and approximately 46 million options under the capital raising, which was launched in August. Impact Minerals said the offer received strong participation from existing shareholders, including full take-up by its major German family office investor. Any remaining shortfall shares may be placed within three months, subject to the allocation policy outlined in the offer. Funding targets pilot and customer qualification work The fresh capital will support development of Impact Minerals’ Lake Hope and Alluminous high-purity...
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Aluminium stamping specialists are now exploring innovative solutions to tackle the aesthetic limitations of recycled aluminium. One such approach involves using virgin aluminium produced with carbon-free energy. At the Édition Spéciale by Luxe Pack trade show, held on July 1–2, 2025, at the Carrousel du Louvre in Paris, g.pivaudran unveiled pioneering low-carbon aluminium. With this, they also announced that the complete g.pivaudran product line will now be available in low-carbon aluminium This new material delivers the same premium finish as traditional aluminium while drastically cutting its environmental footprint, an apt response to the rising sustainability expectations of luxury brands. According to g.pivaudran, its low-carbon aluminium produced using renewable energy sources such...
The United States is on course to collect as much as USD 300 billion in tariff revenue by the end of 2025, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent revealed, highlighting the scale of President Donald Trump’s aggressive trade strategy. Speaking during a White House Cabinet meeting on Tuesday, Bessent reported that the US has already secured approximately USD 100 billion in tariff income this year, with revenues accelerating due to sweeping new import duties imposed in the second quarter. Image credit: en.wikipedia.org According to Reuters, the latest measures include a near-universal 10 per cent tariff on all US imports and increased rates on steel, aluminium and automobiles. “So we could expect that that could be well over USD 300 billion by the end of the year,” Bessent said, outlining the...
The Bureau of International Recycling (BIR) is pleased to announce the release of the second edition of its Business Digest, a dedicated membership resource offering practical guidance on complex regulatory developments impacting the recycled materials industry. This edition focuses on the new international trade rules for end-of-life electrical and electronic materials, following the entry into force of the Basel Convention E-Waste Amendments in January 2025. The Digest provides: A concise overview of the new rules and procedures Guidance on implementation across the Basel Convention, OECD, and EU legal systems A breakdown of the new trade codes and control mechanisms Practical case studies to illustrate shipment procedures under different regimes “As regulatory frameworks...
In a breakthrough that combines sustainability with cutting-edge science, researchers at the National University of Science and Technology (NUST) have developed an eco-friendly method to transform discarded aluminium foil into valuable aluminium oxide nanoparticles. Smart solution to the growing problem of AL scrap This green synthesis approach not only offers an innovative solution to the growing problem of aluminium waste but also opens doors to exciting new applications in energy storage, antimicrobial treatments, and corrosion protection. The study led by Omani researcher Reem Al Maamari from the College of Engineering at the National University of Science and Technology highlights how these nanoparticles demonstrate remarkable effectiveness against bacteria and fungi, positioning...
A quarterly and annual jump in the United States aluminium imports during the first quarter of 2025 comes as no surprise – and here’s why. President Trump’s February 10 proclamation announcing steep tariffs on aluminium and steel imports, effective March 12, sparked a wave of anticipatory buying. US importers rushed to stockpile metal in the weeks ahead of the tariff deadline, setting off a temporary import boom. According to data from the US Geological Survey, aluminium imports surged to 1.6 million tonnes in Q1 2025, marking a 17.65 per cent jump year-on-year and a 20 per cent rise from the previous quarter. March alone saw a 35 per cent month-over-month spike, from 459,000 tonnes to 619,000 tonnes. Of course, Canada, America’s long-standing aluminium supplier, naturally played a...
Sohar Aluminium is strengthening its sustainability efforts by prioritising energy efficiency, cutting greenhouse gas emissions, and advancing its long-term commitment to environmental stewardship. Image for representational purpose The company’s 2024 sustainability report details a series of targeted initiatives designed to align operations with Oman Vision 2040 and international climate commitments, while reinforcing its position as a leader in responsible aluminium production. Sohar Aluminium Chief Executive Officer Eng. Said Mohammed Al Masoudi said, “Building on our ESG strategy and roadmap, 2024 marked a year of tangible progress in advancing sustainability across our operations. We strengthened our focus on resource efficiency, circularity, and low-carbon initiatives while...
Minnesota’s manufacturing landscape is undergoing a major transformation, with EGA Spectro Alloys at the forefront. The company’s newly completed $71 million expansion in Rosemount marks a significant milestone with the construction of a new aluminium recycling plant in the region. Image Source: Renée Jones Schneider/The Minnesota Star Tribune The construction is not only important for the business, but also crucial for the region and the nation’s aluminium supply chain, and the broader push toward sustainability and the circular economy. With the addition of a 90,000-square-foot facility, Spectro Alloys has become one of only about 40 plants in the United States capable of producing recycled aluminium billets. Long, solid poles of aluminium that are essential for industries ranging from...
Heritage canned‑food maker Del Monte Foods has filed for Chapter 11 protection, citing credit pressures and “stunning increases” in packaging costs, driven in large part by President Donald Trump’s decision in early June to double U.S. tariffs on imported steel and aluminium to a whopping 50 per cent. According to court filings, Del Monte is saddled with USD 1.2 billion in secured debt and tapped nearly USD 912.5 million in debtor-in-possession financing to maintain operations mid-restructuring. The company emphasises that its “pack season” will continue uninterrupted but warns sharply increased tin‑plate and aluminium costs have slashed margins. Industry sources highlight that aluminium foil and can suppliers already faced a roughly 6% jump in material costs following the tariff...
In a blow to Britain’s steel and aluminium exporters, the UK has officially missed the July 9 deadline to strike a deal with the United States over the continuation of punitive tariffs first imposed by the Trump administration in 2018. The breakdown in talks risks prolonging a trade dispute that many hoped would be resolved by now, leaving British metal producers disadvantaged and frustrated. Image for referential purposes only At the heart of the issue is a failure to agree on mutually acceptable terms for a deal akin to the ones the US struck with the EU, Japan, and other allies. While those nations secured tariff rate quotas (TRQs) that partially restored access to the American market, the UK remains stuck with Section 232 tariffs — 25 per cent on steel and 10 per cent on aluminium....
Futures Market: Last night, the most-traded SHFE aluminium 2508 contract opened at RMB 20,510 per tonne, with a high of RMB 20,560 per tonne, a low of RMB 20,495 per tonne and closed at RMB 20,540 per tonne. Trading volume was 32,000 lots and open interest was 255,000 lots. Last night, LME aluminium opened at USD 2,572 per tonne, with a high of USD 2,600 per tonne, a low of USD 2,569.5 per tonne and closed at USD 2,589 per tonne. Macro: (1) US President Trump posted on social media that tariffs would be implemented starting August 1, 2025, "and that date will not change, nor will it change in the future." A tax letter to the EU may be sent in the next two days. Additionally, Trump stated at a cabinet meeting that he is still planning to impose tariffs on specific industries, including...
India’s electronics manufacturing sector has received a major boost when the Delhi Bench of the Customs, Excise and Service Tax Appellate Tribunal (CESTAT) granted the benefit of concessional customs duty on aluminium-based copper-clad laminates used in producing metal-clad printed circuit boards (MCPCBs). This landmark ruling, which directly applies to cases involving Crompton Greaves Consumer Electricals Ltd. and B.S. Electronics Pvt. Ltd., is expected to lower material costs significantly and encourage greater domestic innovation in advanced electronics and LED technologies. Case background and key issues The core issue in the case was whether aluminium-based laminates that were imported to manufacture MCPCBs could be described as Customs Tariff Item (CTI) 8534 00 00, which would be...
Green Critical Minerals is drawing increasing attention from international customers and industry partners as it progresses its innovative VHD graphite technology toward commercial-scale production. Image for representational purposes The company recently announced significant results from finite element modelling commissioned to international specialist Professor Qing Li, focused on the thermal performance of the VHD graphite heat sink. Graphite heat sink is closely related to aluminium because both materials serve vital roles in thermal management, especially for electronics and microchip cooling. Aluminium has long been the industry standard due to its high thermal conductivity, lightweight nature, affordability, and ease of manufacturing. It efficiently absorbs and transfers heat from...
A Clare-based environmental group is calling on the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to reassess the potential ecological impact of a new development on the Shannon Estuary. The EPA recently granted Aughinish Alumina a new licence to extend its dredging operations near Foynes Port, permitting the dumping of dredged material at a newly designated site close to Foynes Island. Futureproof Clare has voiced strong opposition to the renewal of the permit, warning that it could result in the disposal of an amount of potentially contaminated muddy sand equivalent to 5,000 double-decker buses annually. Campaign spokesperson Sinéad Sheehan has urged the EPA to exercise greater due diligence in its oversight of the development. In response to a query from Clare FM, the EPA confirmed it had...
The wait is almost over! Just one day to go until the inauguration of the 20th ALUMINIUM CHINA , Asia’s leading trade show and B2B platform for the aluminium industry, taking place from the July 9 th to 11th at the Shanghai New International Expo Centre. Completing two decades of industry excellence, the event will spotlight Vietnam as the Guest Country of Honour, featuring exclusive forums, targeted business matchmaking, and special promotional showcases. The event is an ideal platform that brings together cutting-edge products, breakthrough technologies, advanced processes, and forward-looking applications spanning the entire aluminium value chain. Bringing together 600+ exhibitors and over 29,000 trade visitors and delegations, ALUMINIUM CHINA is not just a showcase or tradeshow, but a...
Metro Mining Ltd (ASX: MMI), an Australian bauxite producer, is trading at AUD 0.056 per share (as of May 26, 2025). With a substantial discount against the consensus analyst target of AUD 0.17, the pricing hints towards a potential upside of 209 per cent , according to AInvest data. Shaw & Partners, which has been covering the company since 2023, maintains a ‘Moderate Buy’ recommendation, with its latest reaffirmation in February 2025. Image for representational purposes only (source: https://metromining.com.au/) Operational growth and output scale Metro’s production at its flagship Bauxite Hills mine in Queensland has expanded from approximately 3.5 million tonnes per annum (Mtpa) in 2020 to 6 Mtpa in 2024. The company has outlined its goal of reaching a run-rate between 6.5 and 7 Mtpa...
Note: This is an AI-generated image for respresentational purpose All eyes are now fixed on the trade dialogue between India and the United States that kicked off on June 26. The stakes are high—not for a full-fledged trade deal, but for an interim agreement that could shift the course of escalating tariff tensions. The clock is ticking, as July 9 marks the end of the 90-day suspension period of Donald Trump’s retaliatory 26 per cent aluminium tariffs announced on April 2. Over the past three months, both nations have engaged in a flurry of bilateral exchanges to resolve the tariff deadlock, particularly surrounding aluminium and steel. India even took its grievances to the World Trade Organization, challenging Washington's move as blatant protectionism disguised as trade policy. Yet, all...
The voice of the UK aluminium Industry, Aluminium Federation (ALFED), have once again marked their supremacy today by officially launching the UK Aluminium Alliance (UKAA). This initiative is tapped to create a future-proof aluminium industry, which shall aid the sector in securing low-carbon growth, making it the heart of the UK industrial policy. Image source: alfed.org.uk Around the same time, ALFED, in partnership with the Chartered Institute of Export & International Trade, has also proposed to bolster the UK's aluminium sector's international trade and technical capabilities. This was announced in the House of Lords, where this partnership marked a pivotal role in rising opportunities as well as challenges. This partnership emerges as UK businesses adapt to a changing regulatory...
Citi has reinstated coverage of Alcoa Corporation with a buy rating and a USD 42 price target, to improve aluminium market conditions and the company’s consistent operating performance. Image for representational purposes. The stock, currently trading at USD 29.81, is viewed as undervalued based on Citi’s estimate of USD 1.9 billion in mid-cycle EBITDA, which equates to about 5 times earnings at mid-cycle and 6 times at spot prices. The bank forecasts second-quarter 2025 EBITDA at USD 393 million, aligning with market consensus. However, Citi notes that free cash flow remains a key concern, particularly at current aluminium prices. The company’s San Ciprián facility in Spain, which is undergoing restructuring and was recently affected by a nationwide power outage, is cited as a source of...
