Emirates Global Aluminium, the largest industrial company in the United Arab Emirates outside oil and gas, today announced a technology upgrade pilot at the company’s Al Taweelah smelter, which will further improve productivity and efficiency. The pilot upgrades to 13 DX technology reduction cells will be used to prove the performance of the new technology, called E40, before industrialisation across all 808 DX technology reduction cells at potlines 1 and 2 at Al Taweelah. If applied to all 808 reduction cells, EGA’s E40 technology has the potential to increase hot metal production from the two potlines by 67 thousand tonnes per year, while reducing net specific energy consumption and associated carbon dioxide emissions from power generation by approximately six per cent per tonne of...
Maaden’s aluminium business delivered a stronger Q2 2026 performance, with revenue rising 49 per cent year on year to USD 1.01 billion, supported by higher aluminium production and stronger realised prices. According to industry sources, Maaden’s aluminium business produced 242,000 tonnes in Q2 2026, while realised aluminium prices reached USD 3,915 per tonne, up 51 per cent. The combination of higher aluminium output and stronger realised prices helped drive the 49 per cent increase in Maaden aluminium revenue to USD 1.01 billion. The growth came alongside gains in both volume and pricing rather than from a one-off accounting effect. The stronger Q2 performance puts aluminium prices in focus for Maaden’s earnings. With realised aluminium prices reaching USD 3,915 per tonne, the company...
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The Trafigura Group, a key player in the commodity market, asserts that the surge in alumina prices significantly reshapes the outlook for aluminium prices. The price of alumina—derived from mined bauxite and used in aluminium smelting—skyrocketed by 50 per cent in 2024, reaching its highest level since March 2022. This sharp increase has been fuelled by production disruptions at alumina refineries and rising demand from aluminium smelters. Despite this, aluminium prices on the London Metal Exchange have remained relatively stagnant year-to-date. However, the escalating cost of alumina is placing significant financial pressure on smelters that don't have their own supply, potentially straining the broader industry. This growing commercial burden raises concerns about the long-term...
On Wednesday, LME aluminium opened at US$2,342 per tonne, reached a high of US$2,379.5 per tonne, a low of US$2,337 per tonne, and closed at US$2,379.5 per tonne, up by US$37.5 per tonne, an increase of 1.60 per cent. As per the LME data, both cash bid price and official settlement price gained US$31.5 per tonne to clock at US$2,353.50 per tonne and US$2,354.50 per tonne, on Wednesday, September 11. On the same day, both 3-month bid price and 3-month offer price added US$21 per tonne or 0.89 per cent to settle at US$2,364 per tonne and US$2,365 per tonne. December 25 bid price and December 25 offer price ascended by US$20 per tonne or 0.81 per cent to settle at US$2,477 per tonne and US$2,482 per tonne. LME aluminium opening stock came in at 827850 tonnes. Live warrants and Cancelled...
Aluminium Stewardship Initiative has announced the certification of Hammerer Aluminium Industries against the Performance Standard V3 with provisional status. Hammerer Aluminium (HAI) specialises in casting and extruding aluminium, with an annual capacity of 250,000 tonnes and 125,000 tonnes, respectively. The company has acquired the ASI certification for the production of high-quality extruded aluminium profiles, fabricated and surface-treated aluminium profiles, and fabricated and welded aluminium components at its Soest facility in Germany. The specified plant has the ability to produce 25,000 tonnes of aluminium products in a year. The provisional certification is valid for one year, during which it serves as a strategic and flexible approach for aluminium companies to gain access to...
According to the International Aluminium Institute's data, primary aluminium production in the Americas totalled 464,000 tonnes, of which 71.98 per cent was contributed by North America and 28 per cent by South America. On a month-on-month basis, the total output in the Americas marked an increase of 2.88 per cent from 451,000 tonnes, while that on a year-on-year calculation recorded a growth of 2.2 per cent from 454,000 tonnes. Interestingly, the month-on-month and year-on-year growth rate was higher in South America than in the North, despite the latter region being a crucial hub for primary aluminium production. To delve deeper into this observation, continue reading our detailed analysis. Production Overview - South vs North America In July 2024, primary aluminium production in South...
Re-turn, the operator of Ireland's Deposit Return Scheme, has teamed up with professional organiser Sarah Reynolds, the founder of Organised Chaos, to offer practical advice on storing aluminium cans and plastic bottles at home for recycling. According to Re-turn's research, three in five people wait until their bag of aluminium cans and plastic bottles is complete before taking them to their local Deposit Return Point. Sarah has shared convenient and innovative storage solutions suitable for any space to address this. She also provided tips on seamlessly integrating bottle and can returns into the schedule. For this Sarah suggested to designate a specific 'landing spot' for plastic bottles and cans at home. "For smaller spaces, consider a container or a box tucked into the corner of a...
AEROBAL, an international organisation representing manufacturers of aluminium aerosol cans, has reportedly announced the election of Robert Huffman as a new President for the subsequent two-year tenure. Huffman succeeds Wan Tsang Lin of EUROASIA, who has served AEROBAL with firm commitment and dedication since June 2022. Robert Huffman, elected at AEROBAL's recently held General Assembly meeting, will lead the organisation with his wealth of knowledge and industrial experience. He is the President of Trivium Packaging's Americas and Global Aerosol & Beverage businesses. Robert Huffman said, "I am delighted to take on the role of President of AEROBAL at such a pivotal time for our industry. With the increasing focus on sustainability and innovation, I look forward to working with our...
China-based Baise Yinhai Aluminum was recently honoured with the "Green Factory" title by the Department of Industry and Information Technology of Guangxi Autonomous Region. In recent years, Baise Yinhai Aluminum has been at the forefront of promoting the "green electricity melting aluminium" development model in the region. The company has enhanced research and application of energy-saving, carbon-reducing electrolytic technologies and low-carbon patents. Through a series of energy-efficient upgrades, including the implementation of fully graphitised cathode technology, the company's comprehensive AC power consumption for aluminium production has dropped below 13,200 kWh per ton of aluminium, positioning its energy consumption index for electrolytic aluminium at an industry-leading...
Easy Boba, a fast-growing bubble tea brand renowned for its diverse selection of fruit, milk, and bubble teas, has made a bold move toward sustainability. The Mumbai-based company has introduced PET cans with aluminium lids and biodegradable rice straws in an effort to minimise waste within the bubble tea industry. In response to global trends, there is a heightened emphasis on sustainability within the aluminium sector, focusing on adopting cleaner technologies and utilising renewable energy sources. Notably, the push for reduced carbon emissions drives the industry towards more environmentally friendly practices. Easy Boba is dedicated to eco-friendly practices, placing sustainability at the core of its operations. By introducing innovative materials, the company is reducing its...
The metals sector has made an overwhelming call for a ‘Minister for Manufacturing’ to back its vital role in supporting jobs and the UK economy. More than 62 per cent of companies who took part in the State of the Metals Industry in the UK’s annual report called on the government to introduce a dedicated political power to represent their interests in Whitehall, with more than half throwing their considerable weight behind the introduction of the elusive Industrial Strategy. Full findings will be revealed and discussed at a special launch event at the UK Metals Expo in Birmingham today (11th-12th), but some of the headline figures should leave Labour and the new Business Secretary Jonathan Reynolds under no illusions about the need and demand for more specialist support and backing....
One regular feature of the primary aluminium group in China is the preparation for winter. If your aluminium smelter is a thousand miles from anywhere, such as those in places like Xinjiang, you want to make sure you are well covered in terms of alumina supply. Those plants rely on alumina coming by train from refineries in Shanxi and other eastern and central provinces. The snow and blizzards that come with winter can shut down those railway lines. So, the AZ Global team has been monitoring the alumina inventory levels at those far-flung plants and discovered that so far, the inventory levels are not building. It's down to the price stand-off in the market right now. Alumina prices are high, underpinned by bauxite shortages. Smelters are reluctant to build inventory right now and prefer...
On September 11, 2024, Hydro announced the commissioning of a new aluminium recycling plant in Szekesfehervar, Hungary, with an annual capacity of 90,000 tonnes. The plant will produce recycled aluminium products to meet the growing demand for secondary metals in the automotive sector. Initially, the recycling plant will begin with recycling 15,000 tonnes of post-consumer scrap annually and gradually increase the output in line with customers’ demands. President and CEO Eivind Kallevik said, “Our most ambitious customers in key industries like the automotive industry are pushing demand for low-carbon and recycled aluminium upwards. To serve this growing market and strengthen Hydro’s position as the leading provider of low-carbon and recycled aluminium solutions in Europe, we are set to...
The Japan-headquartered chemical company Sumitomo Chemical has announced a significant reorganisation of its business structure, which will take effect on October 1, 2024. The company plans to streamline its current five business sectors into four, aiming to better address societal challenges related to food, information and communication technology (ICT), healthcare, and the environment. The restructured organisation will feature four key sectors: Agro & Life Solutions, ICT & Mobility Solutions, Advanced Medical Solutions, and Essential & Green Materials. The ICT & Mobility Solutions sector will integrate IT-related chemicals with high-purity aluminium and alumina, speciality chemicals, high-performance engineering plastics, and battery materials from the Energy & Functional Materials...
Constellium, a global leader in developing, manufacturing, and recycling aluminium products and solutions, has reportedly acquired Performance Standard Certification from the Aluminium Stewardship Initiative for all its operations, including the corporate office in Paris. As per the report, the company has bagged ASI's latest Performance Standard Version 3.0, which sets a new benchmark for responsible production, sourcing, and stewardship of the aluminium value chain. Constellium has successfully attained that standard on all the 11 principles for its operations in Europe and North America, addressing pressing issues like material stewardship, greenhouse gas emissions, waste and water management, biodiversity, governance and labour, and human rights across its European and North American...
Kentucky Aluminum Processors marked the groundbreaking ceremony of its much-awaited $40 million aluminium processing facility in Russellville. The new facility is expected to create 75 high-quality jobs in the region. Governor Andy Beshear made the announcement on Tuesday, September 10. The new facility will be functioning as an aluminium recycling plant and is a joint venture between Tri-Arrows Aluminum (TAA) and Tennessee Aluminum Processors (TAP). It will process dross and scrap material from TAA's casting centre at Logan Aluminum, producing molten aluminium and sows. These products will be returned to TAA's recycling and casting facilities at Logan Aluminum or other customer locations. The facility, situated on 37 acres, will accommodate essential equipment, storage, transportation,...
According to data from the London Metal Exchange (LME) released on September 10, 2024, the proportion of aluminium stocks of Russian origin in LME-approved warehouses increased to 67 per cent in August, up from 65 per cent in July. The share of aluminium originating from India dropped to 31 per cent from its previous 33 per cent, according to the data. In August, China held the largest share of copper inventories at 56 per cent, with Russian material making up 16 per cent of the total. The share of Russian aluminium stocks on the London Metal Exchange-approved warehouses continued to increase in July 2024, accounting for 65 per cent of the total stocks reported in August, 2024. In June, the share of stocks of Russian origin on the London Metal Exchange was 50 per cent after rising from 42...
According to the Shanghai Metal Market, alumina prices have again surged by RMB 1 per tonne, reaching RMB 3,943 per tonne. The increase is even higher in the Shandong region, with prices up by RMB 5 per tonne. This brings the average price to RMB 3935 per tonne, fluctuating between RMB 3900 per tonne to RMB 3970 per tonne. Meanwhile, as of 11th September, the aluminium ingot price on the Shanghai Metal Market (SMM) remains unchanged for the first time this month. This marks a notable pause after several days of fluctuations in the market. The current average price is RMB 19,340 per tonne, from RMB 19,320 per tonne to RMB 19,360 per tonne. The spot contract is expected to trade at a discount of RMB 10 per tonne to a premium price of RMB 30 per tonne, averaging at RMB 10 per tonne. The...
On Tuesday, LME aluminium opened at US$2,364 per tonne, with a high of US$2,375 per tonne and a low of US$2,332.5 per tonne, closing at US$2,342 per tonne, down US$20.5 per tonne (-0.87 per cent). The LME aluminium cash bid price and LME aluminium official settlement price ascended by US$5 per tonne or 0.21 per cent to halt at US$2,322 per tonne and US$2,323 per tonne as of Tuesday, September 10. As per the LME graph, both 3-month bid price and 3-month offer price added US$10 per tonne or 0.42 per cent and US$10.5 per tonne or 0.40 per cent to settle at US$2,343 per tonne and US$2,344 per tonne. December 25 bid price and December 25 offer price increased by US$9 per tonne or 0.36 per cent to clock at US$2,457 per tonne and US$2,462 per tonne. LME aluminium opening stock came in at 831350...
We are thrilled to announce the launch of the 26 th edition of AL Circle's e-Magazine, titled " Aluminium Industry: Focus Asia ." In this edition, we dive deep into one of the fastest-growing and most dynamic regions in the global aluminium sector: Asia. This issue brings together expert insights, market trends, and exclusive interviews with industry leaders, offering an in-depth analysis of the trends, innovations, and outlook of the aluminium industry in Asia. The Asian aluminium industry: A powerhouse of growth As a critical pillar of the global aluminium market, Asia has cemented its position as a leader in aluminium production and consumption. From primary aluminium smelting to downstream processing, the region plays a pivotal role in shaping the future of the global aluminium...
