The US aluminum trihydrate market strengthened in September 2026 as downstream procurement, rising overseas production costs, and shipping bottlenecks supported prices. In contrast, Bosnia’s market faced a quarterly correction as European buyers drew on accumulated inventories and lower caustic soda costs eased manufacturing pressures, highlighting diverging regional price trends. US aluminum trihydrate market gains on demand and supply constraints US aluminum trihydrate prices increased 2.38% month over month in September, supported by purchases from wire and cable manufacturers, electrical infrastructure compounders, and electric vehicle (EV) component producers. Demand remained particularly resilient for applications involving low-smoke cable compounds and flame-retardant materials....
China’s bauxite imports continued to rise in the first nine months of 2026, with Guinea accounting for nearly 80 per cent of its total supply. Against this backdrop, Alurion Resources, an independent company following a demerger from Brazilian Rare Earths, is advancing its Amargosa Bauxite-Gallium Project in Bahia, Brazil, through infill drilling, bulk sampling and export-logistics studies, targeting a pre-feasibility study (PFS) by mid-2027. The company’s September 2026 quarterly activities report outlines plans to improve bauxite resource estimates, assess processing yields and evaluate export routes, as it works towards establishing a scalable direct-shipping bauxite (DSB) operation. Explore the production, demand and consumption forecasts of bauxite and alumina in our report: "Global...
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Aluminium Stewardship Initiative has presented Chain of Custody (CoC) Standard V2 (2022) Certification to South32 Worsley Alumina for mining and alumina refining operations at its Boddington Bauxite Mine and Worsley Alumina Refinery in Collie, Australia. The certification also acknowledges the associated port facility in Bunbury, Australia. Boddington Bauxite Mine produces 18.8 million tonnes of bauxite annually, and Worsley Alumina Refinery churns out about 4.6 million tonnes of alumina. South32 Worsley Alumina acquired the ASI CoC Standard Certification after meeting all the standards required to create a Chain of Custody for material produced and processed through the value chain into diverse downstream sectors. The CoC Standard Certification also confirms that the company adheres to...
RUSAL, one of the world’s largest aluminium producers, has achieved a historic milestone. The Russian aluminium producer has successfully conducted the first-ever preheating and start-up of an aluminium reduction cell using inert anodes. This groundbreaking aluminium electrolysis technology emits oxygen instead of greenhouse gases, representing a significant leap forward in sustainable aluminium production. RUSAL announced a significant achievement in scaling inert anode technology—marking the first-ever preheating and industrial start-up of a reduction cell fully equipped with inert anodes. Previously, concerns about potential damage to inert anodes meant that the preheating and start-up of reduction cells were conducted using traditional carbon anodes, which were then gradually replaced...
On Monday, November 25, US President-elect Donald Trump reiterated his tariff plans on social media, including a 25 per cent duty on all imports from Mexico and Canada. According to Citibank analysts, the tariff on Mexico and Canada would affect the global commodity market, but the maximum impact would be on aluminium and steel. Canada and Mexico are the United States' two most significant trading partners as the largest suppliers of aluminium and steel. The United States heavily depends on imported aluminium, with 60 per cent coming from Canada. Mexico and Canada are also notable steel suppliers to the US, with the former contributing 15 per cent and the latter accounting for 25 per cent of the United States' total steel imports. Besides a 25 per cent tariff on Mexico and Canada, Trump...
Tianshan Aluminum Company has actively disclosed updates regarding its investor relations. Following the successful equity acquisition of local mining companies in Guinea, the company is steadily advancing its region's bauxite mining and shipment project. The project has now entered the large-scale mining phase, with products being shipped to China progressively. This development is expected to significantly support the company's alumina production needs and bolster its future raw material self-sufficiency. Tianshan Aluminum's bauxite project Meanwhile, Tianshan Aluminum's bauxite project in Indonesia is under thorough investigation, with efforts underway to fulfil the preconditions for project delivery at the earliest. Preparatory approvals for the first phase of a 1-million-ton alumina...
Hammerer Aluminium Industries (HAI), the Austria-based aluminium solutions provider, has reportedly deployed a Nitrex nitriding system at its facility in Romania. The system improves the wear and corrosion resistance, allowing for higher volume production with minimal operator involvement if integrated into automated manufacturing facilities. Thus, the installation of this cutting-edge technology modernizes HAI's extrusion plant in Romania, ensuring sustainable manufacturing practices. Image Source: Wikipedia HAI Romania has been a leading manufacturer of aluminium casting products since its establishment in 2009. The plant, located in western Romania near the Hungarian border, operates five extrusion presses - a 5-inch (127 mm), a 7-inch (178 mm), two 8-inch (203 mm), and a new 10-inch...
Evo Yachts once again captivates the superyacht industry, boldly competing with the world's leading builders. Introducing the Evo R9—a groundbreaking creation that places the owner's vision at the heart of its design. Boasting innovative features and building on the signature strengths that have earned the brand global acclaim, this 30-metre aluminium masterpiece redefines luxury. Image Source - Sculati & Partners About the Evo R9 The Evo R9 sets a new benchmark in the superyacht segment with unparalleled customisation options and exhilarating performance. This highly bespoke vessel pushes boundaries and ushers in a new era for a brand renowned for its relentless evolution. The Evo R9 marks a bold new chapter for Evo Yachts, reaffirming the yard's commitment to progress through innovation...
The European aluminium foil industry demonstrated strong performance in the domestic market this year, with increased deliveries, according to the European Aluminium Foil Association (EAFA). In the third quarter of 2024, which ended September 30, Europe's domestic foil deliveries rose 15 per cent year-on-year, contributing to an overall year-to-date gain and indicating a recovery in demand and applications, particularly in the food and packaging industries due to evolving consumer demands and technological breakthroughs. Guido Aufdemkamp, Executive Director of EAFA, said: "While demand for packaging applications and household foil remained strong, demand for technical applications is still weak due to sluggish activity in the automotive and construction sectors. The current upward trend...
Enviri Corporation, a global leader in environmental solutions for industrial and specialty waste management, announced that its subsidiary, ALTEK, is collaborating with Real Alloy to establish a zero-waste aluminium salt slag recycling facility. This project is being developed with the U.S. Department of Energy's Office of Clean Energy Demonstrations. Image Source: Altek Located in Wabash, Indiana, the facility will utilise ALTEK's advanced AluSalt™ technology to recycle metallic materials and salts while also recovering other valuable non-metallic products. Enviri acquired ALTEK in 2018 to enhance the Harsco Environmental division's expertise in metal recovery and byproduct reuse, extending its reach into the aluminium industry. With equipment operating at over 600 locations globally,...
Polish aluminium recycling company, wholly owned by Hydro, will increase the use of renewable energy at its Kety plant, leveraging 1,000 MWh of electricity to be generated annually from the new solar panels, expected to be installed and operational during the second quarter of 2025. Image Source: Hydro Increasing the use of renewable energy will enable Alumetal’s Kety recycling plant to enhance the production of low-carbon aluminium, advancing the European green transition initiative. This move will also drive Hydro’s decarbonisation roadmap and contribute to a 30 per cent carbon emissions reduction goal by 2030. “Power is an important input factor for the aluminium industry and switching to renewable energy is critical to decarbonise our value chain. Even if aluminium recycling only...
Winstar Capital Bhd, poised to debut on Bursa Malaysia's ACE Market this December, aims to scale up its production of solar photovoltaic (PV) mounting structures. This initiative is bolstered by the company's active engagement in solar panel installation services. Primarily specialising in aluminium profile extrusion and ladder fabrication, Winstar sees its "hands-on solar panel installation services" as a vital element in refining and optimising the design of its PV mounting structures, according to CEO Chua Boon Hong. Image Source: Wikipedia Aims to double its aluminium extrusion capacity Winstar plans to more than double its aluminium extrusion capacity by utilising proceeds from its IPO to acquire new extrusion press machines and related equipment. This expansion is expected to boost...
Aluminium Corporation of China Limited, popularly known as Chinalco, a state-owned multinational company, is likely to invest around $426 million in bauxite mining in Suriname, said the chairman of a Surinamese presidential mining commission on Monday, November 25. If this investment is approved by parliament, Chinalco will begin bauxite mining by the middle of 2025 to produce 6 million tonnes of the key ore of aluminium annually, reported government advisor Daniel Lachman. The Surinamese presidential mining commission also said that Suriname, the South American country, is likely to have a 13 per cent share in the project. Bauxite mining and processing is the major industry that drives the economy in Suriname, with reserves present in the Bakhuis region of western Suriname. The Bakhuis...
Canovation has introduced a resealable aluminium can, offering a solution for those looking to reduce plastic pollution while preserving the fizz in their bubbly drinks. This innovative yet straightforward design has potential applications beyond the beverage industry, including pharmaceutical storage, pet food packaging, household products, and more. Image Source: Canovation According to the company, the resealable can is a game-changer. Daniel Zabaleta, described by Miami's Local10.com as "the brains" behind the Fort Lauderdale Company, explained to the ABC affiliate that the key to this breakthrough lies in a specialised threading technique. Additionally, the production process is more cost-effective than traditional methods, which means these savings could eventually benefit...
Maxion Wheels' light vehicle aluminium wheel plant in Chihuahua, Mexico, has begun sourcing power from its newly operational solar farm, marking a significant milestone in its sustainability efforts. The solar farm, which was inaugurated during a recent kickoff event, was installed by Iberdrola México and has a capacity of 499 kW, with an expected annual energy generation of 960 MWh. Image Source: Maxion Wheels Commitment to emission reduction This addition to the plant's energy mix highlights Maxion's commitment to reducing carbon emissions and advancing environmentally responsible manufacturing practices. Maxion's Chihuahua solar project is the company's third solar initiative and a key component of its sustainability strategy, Roadmap Zero, which aims for net-zero carbon emissions by...
United Company Rusal, the world’s second-largest aluminium company by primary metal output, has announced a reduction of 6 per cent in production in response to the global alumina price surge, causing skyrocketed production costs. Slow economic progress dampening domestic demand for aluminium is also a reason for Rusal to cut its output. Image generated by AI for representational purpose Rusal explicitly said it would reduce its production by 250,000 tonnes annually due to the global alumina price rally buoyed by output suspensions in Australia, the world’s second-largest alumina producer, upon bauxite supply disruptions from Guinea and Brazil, without specifying the timeline when the production cuts would begin and also not naming the smelter that would witness the reduction. The company...
Innovation and sophistication perfectly define Apple, the American tech giant celebrated worldwide for its cutting-edge gadgets and electronics. Beyond its iconic products, Apple is equally renowned for its commitment to sustainability and environmental stewardship. And talking about sustainability, as per the reports, the 2025 iPhone 17 Pro may transition from a titanium build to an aluminium one. Image Source: macworld.com The phone's back will feature a combination of aluminium and glass, potentially reducing weight while maintaining a glass window for wireless charging. Additionally, the camera bump is expected to switch from glass to aluminium and become larger. However, whether these changes will come with a redesigned overall look or simply a material update remains unclear. Why...
Three students from the National University of Science and Technology (NU), Oman—Al Yaqeen Amur Asuti, Reem Ahmed al Qassabi, and Ahamed al Awad—have developed an innovative device that converts palm waste into circular green aluminium. Their project, titled ‘Green Initiative for Utilising Omani Palm Waste to Produce Circular Green Aluminium’, marks a groundbreaking step toward fostering a zero-waste, sustainable economy in Oman. Story behind the initiative Dr Shabib al Rashdi, the project’s supervisor, explained that the initiative stemmed from the urgent need to address Oman’s agricultural waste challenge, particularly the substantial waste generated by palm trees. Launched two years ago, this project aligns with Oman’s Vision 2040 and sustainability goals, presenting an eco-friendly...
Arrow Minerals (ASX: AMD) has affirmed mineralisation, as hypothesised earlier, over a 2-kilometre strike, resulting from its first drilling at the Niagara Bauxite Project in Guinea. Image Source: S Purohit (@subhapurohit) / X Emphasised intersections include 7 metres at 47.1 per cent aluminium oxide (Al₂O₃) and 2.9 per cent silica (SiO₂) from the surface and 10 metres at 46.6 per cent Al₂O₃ while 7.9 per cent SiO₂ from the surface. The initial results verified the Niagara discovery and followed up on the drilling of 180 holes that Vale had executed in 2007. Arrow is actively exploring three of the nine bauxite exploration targets it acquired from the previous Vale derivatives. The company is moving forward with development plans at a rapid pace, including initiating discussions with...
On Saturday, November 23, Tiwai Point smelter of New Zealand opened its gates to enthusiasts for production process glimpsing, and hundreds poured in to prove the decision right. New Zealand Aluminium Smelters' external affairs director, Simon King, said Tiwai decided to hold an open day after a prolonged period because they had "been firmly focused on securing a future for the smelter and on environmental remediation". Image Source: https://nzas.co.nz/ He also said, "With the future of the smelter secured and our remediation efforts well underway, we were looking forward to throwing open our gates once again for interested members of our community." Focusing on the 'securing the future' part, New Zealand Aluminium Smelters (NZAS) has this year (2024) signed 20-year electricity agreements...
