Australian mineral exploration and development company Impact Minerals has reported a net loss after tax of AUD 4.89 million (USD 3.42 million) for the financial year ended June 30, 2026, compared with AUD 9.02 million (USD 6.31 million) in the previous year, as it advances its strategic transition towards high-purity alumina (HPA) production using its Western Australian salt lake resources. The company's FY2026 Annual Report outlines a major shift in its business direction, with HPA development taking centre stage as Impact seeks to establish a position in the supply chains serving electric vehicle batteries, semiconductors, LED lighting and other advanced technology applications. Impact Minerals holds an 80 per cent interest in the Lake Hope HPA project in Western Australia and a 50 per...
The aluminium trade graph, excluding scrap, of Argentina in the first eight months of 2026, till August, continues to surge with steady momentum, indicating an increase in shipments and export earnings of the nation. As of year-to-date (YTD) August 2026, Argentina exported a total of 48,977 tonnes, valued at USD 179.05 million. Excluding aluminium scrap, the export basket covered all the articles of aluminium products including unwrought, bars, rods and profiles, foil, plates, sheets and strips, tube or pipe fittings and aluminium wire. Explore: Most comprehensive and forward-looking industry-focused report — Global Bauxite & Alumina Market Forecast to 2036: Supply–Demand, Trade Flows & Price Outlook Volume and value register strong year-on-year growth Calculating the year-on-year growth,...
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Helmut Greiner, the Managing Director of Amag Casting GmbH, has taken over the role of Chairman of the Aluminium Recycling Trade Association within the Aluminum Germany (AD) industry association, succeeding the long-serving former Chairman, Thomas Reuther, who previously served as a board member at Trimet Aluminum SE. Ralf Köring, the Managing Director of Speira Recycling Services GmbH, has also been elected Deputy Chairman of the AD Aluminium Recycling Trade Association. Helmut Greiner said, "I am looking forward to the exciting and challenging task. At this point, I would like to express my thanks to my predecessor, Thomas Reuther, for his many years of commitment." "Aluminium recycling guarantees a sustainable supply of primary materials and contributes to Europe's independence in the...
On October 23, 2023, South Korea’s Samsung SDI Co. announced that it had entered into its first supply agreement with Hyundai Motor Co. for electric vehicle (EV), marking its role as Hyundai's third domestic battery supplier in South Korea, following LG Energy Solution Ltd. and SK On Co. This seven-year supply agreement will diversify Hyundai's battery technology by introducing prismatic batteries. Hyundai has primarily relied on pouch-type batteries to power its electric vehicles (EVs). According to the terms of the agreement, Samsung will provide Hyundai with its latest model, the sixth-generation prismatic batteries (P6), which will be manufactured at its Hungary plant. Deliveries to Hyundai's assembly lines in Europe are set to begin in 2026, as disclosed in a Samsung regulatory...
World’s primary aluminium production in September 2023 amounted to 5.871 million tonnes, reflecting a month-on-month fall of 2.97 per cent from 6.051 million tonnes, found the International Aluminium Institute. The output fell after two consecutive months of rise. The last downfall in world’s primary aluminium production was in June when it declined by 3.02 per cent from 5.922 million tonnes to 5.743 million tonnes. On a year-on-year calculation, world’s September primary aluminium output stood 1.91 per cent lower than 5.716 million tonnes. The daily average production in the said month was 195,700 tonnes, down by 500 tonnes from 195,200 tonnes a month ago but up by 5,200 tonnes from 190,500 tonnes a year earlier. World’s total production of primary aluminium during January-September 2023...
According to reports on October 21, 2023, a tragic incident occurred at a factory in southern China, resulting in an explosion that claimed at least six lives. A devastating explosion occurred on October 20 in a factory workshop. The death toll was raised to six when four individuals were initially reported missing but were later found dead, as reported by the local Chinese media sources. The explosion site in Pingguo, Guangxi Province, was determined to be a recycled aluminium casting workshop, as confirmed by China's state broadcaster CCTV. It was determined that the explosion was caused by high-temperature molten aluminium. Preliminary investigations indicated that the leakage of high-temperature molten aluminium triggered the blast into a cooling pool during the aluminium rod casting...
Chris Buchanan, the client solutions director of Dell Technologies South Africa, found it consistently astonishing how little awareness there is regarding the pressing environmental concern of electronic waste (e-waste). According to a recent survey conducted among Gen Z and Millennials, 60 per cent of adults are unfamiliar with the concept of e-waste, and 57 per cent are unaware of its significant contribution to pollution. E-waste encompasses any electronic device featuring a plug, battery, or cable, including electronics that have outlived their usefulness. Annually, on the 14th of October, the world observes International E-Waste Day, a global initiative to increase awareness surrounding the growing issue of electronic waste and advocate for responsible e-waste management. He further...
LME aluminum opened at US$2,188 per tonne last Friday, with its low and high at US$2,169 per tonne and US$2,190.50 per tonne, respectively, before closing at US$2,180 per tonne, a drop of US$10 per tonne or 0.46 per cent. On Friday, October 22, LME aluminium cash bid price and LME aluminium official settlement price grew slightly by US$1 per tonne and US$1.50 per tonne, respectively, to stand at US$2,151 per tonne and US$2,152 per tonne. 3-month bid price and 3-month offer price inched up by US$0.50 per tonne and US$1 per tonne to peg at US$2,177 per tonne and US$2,178 per tonne. December-24 bid price and December-24 offer price rose by US$3 per tonne to close the week at US$2,303 per tonne and US$2,308 per tonne. LME aluminium opening stock dropped 2,000 tonnes to settle at 488,450...
The downstream aluminium industry was spotted with multiple affairs this week from October 16 to 20. While EOS launched its new Aluminum Al5X1 aluminium alloy, Novelis received a sum of $5 million from the Alabama Industrial Access Road and Bridge Corporation under ALDOT's administration for revamping the South Alabama Megasite. On the other hand, Aluminium Association of India (AAI) requested the government to provide rates for aluminium special economic zones and export oriented units (EOUs) under the RoDTEP scheme and thyssenkrupp Aerospace renewed aluminium components supply contract to the Boeing Company. Aluminium Association of India (AAI), an apex body representing the entire value chain of the Indian aluminium industry, has requested the government to provide rates for aluminium...
The primary aluminium sector has been extremely busy this week, with the state-controlled Egyptian Aluminium Company (Egyptalum) extending the deadline for its smelter expansion project by one month. The new submission deadline is 12 November, instead of the initial date of 12 October, following requests from the bidding firms for more time. The Qinghai Branch of China Aluminium Company (Chinalco) has produced its first batch of high-quality 99.85 per cent aluminium ingots of green electrolytic aluminium. The first order was for 5,000 tonnes and was delivered 20 days later to East and South China consumers. The LME aluminium benchmark price has shown a Week-on-Week slump of US$11 per tonne or 0.5 per cent, from US$2,161.50 per tonne on October 16 to US$ 2,150.50 per tonne on October 19....
There is no end to sustainable moves in the global aluminium industry. This week has witnessed ASI certifications granted to many companies, alongside automobile giants striving to achieve production chain decarbonisation, and institutions collaborating with metal and mining companies to drive a long-term research on ESG. According to a report on Tuesday, October 17, Aluminium Stewardship Initiative granted Performance Standard V2 (2017) certification to Hindalco’s Renukoot downstream facility in Uttar Pradesh for remelting and refining activities, casthouses, and semi-fabrication. The facility manufactures aluminium ingots, wire rods, and rolled and extruded products destined for diverse industries, including building and construction, transportation, and industrial applications....
The end user sector has recorded some of the most innovative activities this week, with Deco Australia, a top manufacturer of aluminium building materials and finishes, receiving a Qualicoat Seaside license. This license, in addition to their standard Qualicoat applicator accreditation, offers the highest quality architectural powder coating for use in coastal areas where aluminium products are exposed to harsher conditions such as saltwater and high humidity. BAB Aluminium took a noteworthy step towards environmental sustainability by adopting Capral Aluminium's flagship green aluminium variant, LocAl® Super Green Low Carbon Aluminium, for all its products. Lagersmith Can Supply Co. conducted a groundbreaking ceremony for its new $10 million facility that will house its direct-to-can...
According to a recent Gulf Investment Report 2023 published by Century International Holdings, investing in green and sustainable projects can boost the Gulf countries' gross domestic product (GDP) to $13 trillion by 2050. This figure is double the initially projected $6 trillion regional GDP. While the combined GDP of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) states has already surpassed $2 trillion and is expected to reach $6 trillion by 2050, the new $13 trillion estimate could be attainable if these nations adopt a green growth strategy. Key areas of focus to realize this potential include the production of green and blue hydrogen. The report highlights that the region could attract as much as $300 billion in foreign direct investment (FDI) if it takes swift action to position itself as the...
Metallic Ladder proudly presents the AeroLadder - a robust, high-quality, American-made aluminium ladder specifically designed for aircraft maintenance. The company is a premium aerospace-grade aluminium ladder maker. With over six decades of experience in the production of aircraft maintenance ladders, Metallic Ladder has introduced the ANSI-rated Type 1A AeroLadder that guarantees maximum stability, reinforced heavy-duty gusseting on all steps, and a tray for tools and parts. The AeroLadder is built to withstand year-round outdoor storage and use, and its aerospace-grade aluminium material ensures its longevity. An aircraft maintenance manager for a logistics company, Michael Romanowski, asserted: "The AeroLadder is 100 per cent better than competing designs because of its sturdiness,...
Despite the enduring crisis in the building and construction sector, the robust demand from China's electric vehicles (EV) and renewable energy (RE) sectors has contributed to an upswing in the demand for aluminium, as reported by ING Think. Chinese aluminium prices have shown more resilience than global prices for most of this year. While London Metal Exchange (LME) aluminium prices have experienced an over 8 per cent decline this year, prices on the Shanghai Futures Exchange (SHFE) have risen by around 1 per cent year-to-date. The continuous demand for aluminium in China has remained steadfast throughout the year, driven by the growing demand from the green sector, despite the nation's lacklustre economic recovery. China experienced a surge in the inflow of aluminium due to an arbitrage...
Chantier Naval Forillon, a Canadian shipbuilding company, has been making waves in the industry with their latest project, the Bay class search and rescue boats. Made entirely of aluminium, these boats have been designed to navigate through tough conditions and tow ships in distress. This project was initiated under the National Shipbuilding Strategy, which aims to renew the Canadian Coast Guard's fleet and create employment opportunities. On May 25, the Government of Canada announced an additional investment of $2.5 billion to renew and maintain the Canadian Coast Guard's fleet of small vessels. This investment will notably make it possible to acquire 61 small vessels, including 34 search and rescue boats. Chantier Naval Forillon is awaiting the call for tenders to submit its...
Aluminium Stewardship Initiative has reportedly certified Gränges Konin SA with dual certification. As per the report on October 20, ASI has acknowledged the company with both the Performance Standard V3 (2022) and Chain of Custody (CoC) Standard V2 (2022) certifications for designing and manufacturing rolled aluminium strips and sheets at Gränges Konin SA facility in Konin, Poland. This certification marks the completion of Granges’ goal of achieving certification at all its aluminium rolling and recycling sites. Gränges Konin SA manufactures heat exchanger materials, construction sheets, battery casing materials, closure & packaging materials, and common alloys that serve various industries, including building & construction, automotive, packaging and consumer electronics. The company...
South32, a diversified mining and metals company, successfully converted the first coal-fired boilers to natural gas at its Worsley Alumina operation in Western Australia. This conversion is a significant step toward reducing the greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions generated by the operation. The Worsley Alumina operation comprises a bauxite mine near Boddington and an alumina refinery near Collie. The alumina produced in the refinery is distributed to smelters worldwide, including South32's Hillside smelter in Richards Bay, South Africa, and the Mozal smelter in Mozambique. The operation relies on boilers to generate steam critical for the alumina refining process. The conversion work for the boiler began in May and successfully transitioned to a gas-fired boiler in late September. The formal...
LME aluminum opened at US$2,193.50 per tonne on Thursday, with its high and low at US$2,195.50 per tonne and US$2,178.50 per tonne, respectively, before closing at US$2,190.50 per tonne, an increase of US$1.5 per tonne or 0.07 per cent. On Thursday, October 19, LME aluminium cash bid price and LME aluminium offer settlement price suffered a loss of US$26 per tonne to stand at US$2,150 per tonne and US$2,150.50 per tonne, respectively, following an intermittent hike of US$28 per tonne to US$2,176 per tonne and US$2,176.50 per tonne. 3-month bid price and 3-month offer price settled at US$2,176.50 per tonne and US$2,177 per tonne, down by US$8.50 per tonne from US$2,185 per tonne and US$2,185.50 per tonne. December-24 bid price and December-24 offer price also registered a downfall on...
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