Metro Mining Limited shipped 2.1 million wet metric tonnes (WMT) of bauxite in the third quarter of 2026, up 17 per cent from 1.8 million WMT in the previous quarter. However, shipments remained below the 2.25 million WMT recorded in Q3 2025. The Australian bauxite producer reported improved market pricing during the July–September quarter, with its delivered (CIF) price rising by 6.5 per cent to AUD 60.8 (USD 42.79) per WMT from AUD 57.1 (USD 40.18) per WMT in Q2. Site EBITDA increased to AUD 7 (USD 4.93) per WMT from AUD 4.4 (USD 3.10) per WMT. Mining and shipping operations faced maintenance work, equipment issues and channel erosion during the quarter. The company said its offshore floating terminal, Ikamba, underwent a one-week shutdown in July to replace four large hydraulic crane...
Vedanta Limited and Vedanta Aluminium Metal Limited (VAML) have posted their best second quarters (Q2) yet. Vedanta Limited’s Q2 2026 profit reached INR 6.2 billion (USD 651.22 million). Vedanta Aluminium reported profit after tax of INR 6.2 (USD 649.64 million), alongside an 83 per cent rise in EBITDA and record quarterly aluminium production of 649,000 tonnes. Here is how the Q2 FY27 metrics break down, entity by entity, and how they stack up when compared with each other. Vedanta Limited Q2 FY27: Financial performance Vedanta Limited reported an improved half-yearly performance with higher quarterly revenue, EBITDA and profit over the corresponding period of FY2026. Financial highlights: H1 2027 and Q2 FY27 vs H1 2026 and Q2 FY26 Revenue: H1 revenue at INR 492.68 billion, up 54 per...
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In partnership with Ball Corporation, the world's leading manufacturer and supplier of innovative, sustainable aluminium packaging for beverage, personal care, and household products, Dabur India, a 135-year-old Indian multinational consumer goods company, has reportedly launched Réal Bites juice in fully recyclable aluminium cans in India. Image Source: FoodTechBiz Réal Bites juice, part of Dabur India's Réal fruit juice brand, is a new range of fruit beverages that offers a drinking experience with real fruit chunks in every sip. Available in three delightful flavours – peach, pineapple, and green apple- Réal Bites is an ideal choice for consumers looking for a healthy and flavourful on-the-go beverage option. For convenience to carry, the drink is packaged in 185-ml aluminium cans. The...
The United States crude and dried bauxite imports continued to increase sequentially in the third quarter of 2024 but could not offset the overall year-to-date downfall. The Q-o-Q growth in Q3 import was primarily driven by Turkey with a significantly increased supply of crude and dried bauxite, even higher than the same period of the previous year. Image Source: LinkedIn According to the US Census Bureau Survey, the United States imported 553,000 tonnes of bauxite, extending the quarter-on-quarter growth. In Q3, the import volume was 26,000 tonnes or 5 per cent higher sequentially, echoing the growth rate seen in the second quarter. In Q2, the United States crude and dried bauxite imports stood at 527,000 tonnes versus 501,000 tonnes in the first quarter. However, annually, the United...
On December 2, 2024, the Coca-Cola Company unveiled updated voluntary environmental goals as part of its ongoing commitment to its purpose: 'Refresh the World and Make a Difference'. The American multinational corporation, The Coca‑Cola Company, is a total beverage company with products sold in almost every countries and territories on the earth. These updated goals reflect the valuable insights gained over decades of sustainability efforts, along with periodic assessments of progress and challenges. Achieving these ambitious targets will require continued investment in innovation and infrastructure, supportive legislation, and strengthened collaboration with bottling partners, industry peers, local governments, and civil society. The company focuses on key priorities, including enhancing...
The UK's biggest wagon and tank container fleet, VTG Rail UK, which provides its customers with logistical expertise and innovative digital solutions, has secured a significant ten-year wagon leasing agreement with ALVANCE British Aluminium, a prominent player in the aluminium manufacturing industry. Commencing in January 2025, the partnership will see VTG leasing 20 JPA powder tank wagons to ALVANCE, which joins VTG's growing roster of esteemed clients. This deal marks a notable addition to VTG's expanding client portfolio. The JPA wagons are set to be upgraded with VTG’s groundbreaking iWagon technology, a state-of-the-art innovation revolutionising the rail freight industry. This upgrade will enhance tracking and operational efficiency, equipping ALVANCE with advanced capabilities to...
The global outdoor industry leader—known for engineering and manufacturing the world's best climbing, skiing and trekking gear, Black Diamond Equipment ® has set groundbreaking benchmarks for recycled aluminium content in climbing hardware and trekking poles. Verified by UL Solutions, this initiative ensures that Black Diamond's sustainability claims meet the highest industry standards with independent validation, underscoring the company's commitment to environmental responsibility. UL Solutions is a recognised leader in developing sustainable standards, creating over 100 widely acknowledged and referenced sustainability benchmarks. It enables manufacturers and retailers to communicate their environmental achievements effectively to consumers, suppliers, and investors by providing them...
According to a report, the Indian Government may consider addressing the issue of inverted duty structure for some products in the aluminium sector in the forthcoming Union Budget for the fiscal year 2025-26. The news came on December 11 after an official said the government would revisit the inverted duty structure to protect and boost domestic manufacturing. Inverted duty structure refers to a situation where the domestic industry pays a higher cost for raw materials in terms of duty while the finished products land at lower duty and cost, leading to credit accumulation and compounding expenses. The Indian aluminium industry already knocked the government in mid-November to remind them about increasing import duties on both primary and downstream aluminium products. The demand is a 10...
A shipment of Chinese diesel locomotives was spotted at the Zhanghuabang cargo terminal in Shanghai Port on December 10, 2024, ready for dispatch to Conakry, the capital of Guinea. This batch of ten locomotives is specifically designed to handle heavy loads and accommodate various track types, catering to the unique transportation demands of bauxite mining operations. Guinea stands at the top of the list of the world's leading bauxite-producing nations, and the West African nation also holds the record of the world's leading bauxite exporter. China's homegrown brands will further enhance their global presence with the continued shipment of these diesel locomotives from Shanghai Port. Customs clearance at Shanghai's Wusong Port has been adapted to align with the specific characteristics of...
Nik Nazmi bin Nik Ahmad, the Minister of Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability of Malaysia, clarified during the Minister's 'Question Time' in the ‘Lower House of Parliament, Malaysia, on December 12, 2024, that bauxite mining activities in Bukit Goh, Kuantan, Pahang, have not secured approval for their Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) report. He revealed that the initial EIA report for the project was rejected, and a revised report was submitted to the Department of Environment a few months ago, which is now under review. Responding to Tuan Ibrahim Tuan Man, Member of the House of Representatives of Malaysia, Nik Nazmi said, “Once again, the department received an EIA report for a project proposal titled Proposed Bauxite Mining Operation in Bukit Goh with an area of...
In November 2024, just ahead of the cancellation of the aluminium semis export tax rebate on December 1, overseas orders for Chinese extruded aluminium products surged, driving some billet enterprises to increase operations. Therefore, despite one less operating day in November than October, China’s domestic primary aluminium billet production per day remained stable at 49,000 tonnes. Image Source: Guoxin Aluminum According to the Shanghai Metals Market, the monthly output also stood firm at 1.477 million tonnes in November versus 1.507 million tonnes in October. That reflected a 2 per cent drop month-on-month, primarily due to one operation day less. The number of sample enterprises in the SMM monthly survey was 169, with a total capacity of 31.205 million tonnes, unchanged from the...
The Canadian beverage brand — 1642, known for its qualitative tonics and mixers, has brought forth a new range of 355 ml tonic and ginger cans. The brand has yet again taken a step forward towards its commitment to sustainability. As the demand for green packaging booms, 1642 has partaken in the initiative by presenting recyclable aluminium beverage cans after more than a year's effort that, on one hand, preserve the refreshing taste of its signature 'Tonic' and 'Ginger' flavours and, on the other, noticeably reduce the brand's carbon footprint. This initiative is a testament to 1642's unwavering pledge to environmental responsibility and innovation in the beverage industry. Image Source: https://en.1642.ca/ "Our new can format is a direct response to consumer demand for more sustainable...
The European People’s Party (EPP), the largest political group in the European Parliament, is spearheading efforts to dilute the EU’s key policies aimed at reducing CO 2 emissions from cars, according to a draft position paper reviewed and reported by Reuters. This push by the centre-right party aligns with growing calls from automakers and national governments for immediate support to address the challenges facing Europe’s struggling car manufacturing industry. The EPP document proposed reversing the European Union's 2035 ban on sales of new CO2-emitting cars, advocating for the continued sale of combustion engine vehicles powered by biofuels and alternative fuels beyond the set deadline. Additionally, the draft recommended revising the law to provide support for plug-in hybrid cars,...
The proportion of Russia-origin aluminium in London Metal Exchange (LME) warehouses in November 2024 grew to 67 per cent, following a drop in the previous month from 66 per cent to 65 per cent. Although the proportion increased, the volume of stocks continued to drop, amounting to 254,500 tonnes at the end of November, as LME-registered warehouses still restrict aluminium-made-in-Russia. On the other hand, India-origin aluminium stocks remained stable in LME warehouses at 120,000 tonnes, with a proportion increased to 32 per cent from the previous 30 per cent. Amid this assorted trend, the total on-warrant aluminium stocks on LME dropped by 6 per cent to 380,400 tonnes, reflecting a shift in trade dynamics and weaker commodity inflow due to the ongoing compliance measures and geopolitical...
A Newcastle-based electric motor (e-motor) manufacturing company, Advanced Electric Machines (AEM), has announced the replacement of copper and rare earth elements with aluminium in their products owing to the latter's cost and energy efficiency. Image Source: https://www.electricmotorengineering.com/ "Dependence on rare earth elements and copper brings significant political and financial challenges and harms the environment," a convinced CEO and co-founder James Widmer conveyed. "By replacing copper with aluminium, coil costs could be reduced by 89 per cent, and performance increased by up to 30 per cent. This technology redefines how motors are manufactured, recycled, and integrated into sustainable mobility solutions," he added. AEM, which was founded in 2017, strives to alter the way...
The West African nation Guinea, one of the leading bauxite producers and the world's top bauxite exporter, intends to channel a portion of the revenue generated from mining the world’s largest iron ore reserve into a sovereign wealth fund. According to Planning and International Cooperation Minister Ismael Nabe, who addressed parliament on December 9, 2024, this fund will be utilised to finance critical development initiatives under the government’s Simandou 2040 Program. A sovereign wealth fund is a state-owned investment fund comprised of money generated by the government, often derived from a country's surplus reserves. Ismael Nabe said, "We aim to transform agriculture, education, health and to increase the construction of modern infrastructure, a large-scale railway linking mining...
According to the US Geological Survey data, the United States' primary aluminium production slightly rebounded in the third quarter, standing at 167,600 tonnes versus 167,000 tonnes in Q2. However, despite the sequential increase, the Q3 output volume was less than the Q2 production of 172,000 tonnes. Also, the output in Q3 recorded a year-on-year fall of 9.89 per cent from 186,000 tonnes. Image Source: Alcoa Corporation The above data indicates the sluggish trend in the United States' primary aluminium production prevails , primarily due to rising production costs. Companies like Alcoa cited higher raw material prices and overall economic pressures as key factors impacting their output. In September 2024, the output was down by 2.5 per cent M-o-M, amounting to 54,600 tonnes versus 56,000...
The Indian aluminium industry has been encountering challenges in recent times, principally due to the surge in competitively priced imports from countries like China. The industry has been advocating for higher import duties to level the playing field and protect domestic producers. But is it at all necessary? And, if so, why? The current state of affairs India's aluminium production has steadily increased over the years, with the country producing around 4.1 million tonnes of aluminium in FY2022-23. However, despite this growth, the industry has been struggling to compete with cheap imports. In FY2022-23, India imported around 1.4 million tonnes of aluminium, with China being the largest supplier, accounting for over 40 per cent of the total imports. "The current import duty of 7.5 per...
Maybank has expanded its white paper series to include a focus on the aluminium and steel sectors, reinforcing its commitment to driving the transition to a net-zero economy. This initiative reflects Maybank's dedication as a Net Zero Banking Alliance (NZBA) signatory to align its operations with sustainability goals while supporting clients in their transition journeys. Maybank is Malaysia's largest bank by market capitalisation and total assets, operating throughout the country and broader region. A white paper is an informational document issued by a company or not-for-profit organisation to promote or highlight the features of a solution, product, or service it offers or plans to offer. As a result of its initial decarbonisation efforts communicated in its maiden white paper titled,...
South32, a globally diversified mining and metals company, has announced the withdrawal of its production guidance for Mozal Aluminium in Mozambique due to escalating civil unrest in the region. The company cited rigorous roadway blockages that are restricting the transportation of raw materials to the facility, prompting the enactment of contingency plans to minimise operational impacts. South32 emphasised that the safety and well-being of its workforce at Mozal Aluminium are of utmost importance. Despite the civil unrest, the company reported that its employees are safe, and there have been zero security incidents at the facility. The company remains committed to ensuring the safety of its employees and the continuity of its operations. In response to the situation in Mozambique,...
