Bahrain’s aluminium wire exports continued to gain momentum in the second quarter of 2026, with shipments rising significantly compared with the corresponding periods of 2025 and 2024. The country exported 80,895 tonnes of aluminium wire in Q2 2026, taking its total shipments during the first half of the year to 143,518 tonnes. The export data covers aluminium wire under HS code 7605, excluding stranded wire, cables, plaited bands and similar products, electrically insulated wires and strings for musical instruments. Export volume registers strong Y-o-Y growth Comparing the quarterly figures, Bahrain’s aluminium wire export volume increased by 23.76 per cent Y-o-Y in Q2 2026, against 65,366 tonnes shipped during Q2 2025. The latest quarterly volume also marked a considerable rise from Q2...
India-based KEC International Limited is pushing ahead with Phase II of its aluminium conductor capacity expansion, even as a difficult second quarter dragged consolidated profit down. The Q2 FY27 investor presentation, dated November 2, lists the expansion as underway in its Cables & Conductors business, one of the few segments that grew in the quarter. The update comes over a year after KEC’s commissioning of the first phase of the plant in Vadodara in February 2025, marking an investment of about INR 600 million (USD 6.33 million). The company has not disclosed the capacity to be added, the investment or a completion date. Explore AL Circle’s report ALuminium Wires & Cables - Insights & Forecast to 2030 for insights into aluminium applications, industry developments and opportunities...
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On August 23, China’s A00 aluminium ingot price gained RMB 170 per tonne to close at RMB 18,860 per tonne, with the average prices expected to range between RMB 18,840 per tonne and RMB 18,880 per tonne. The spot contract price may be traded at a premium price of RMB 130 to RMB 170 per tonne. The domestic aluminium ingot price has grown in all the provinces, with the highest in Wuxi, where it has surged by RMB 180 per tonne to settle at RMB 18,880 per tonne, followed by a hike of RMB 170 per tonne in Hangzhou and Linyi to reside at RMB 18,860 per tonne. On the same day, the price in Foshan has ascended by RMB 150 per tonne to clock at RMB 18,750 per tonne. As per the data shared by the Shanghai Metals Market (SMM), both Gongyi and Shenyang have experienced an increase of RMB 140 per tonne...
LME aluminium prices closed at US$2181 per tonne overnight, an increase of US$35.5 per tonne or 1.65 per cent. The London Metal Exchange on August 22 marked escalating aluminium prices, with the LME aluminium cash bid price and the LME aluminium official settlement price uniformly releasing US$53 per tonne or 2.56 per cent, officially closing at US$2,121 per tonne and US$2121.50 per tonne, respectively. If we consider the LME aluminium price on August 16, which was US$2,089 per tonne, it can be seen that there has been a Week-on-Week surge of US$32.50 per tonne or 1.55 per cent. China's aluminium ingots social inventory decreased, causing a 0.81 per cent increase in aluminium prices. However, London Metal Exchange registered a rise in inventories due to inflows of 38,725 metric tonnes...
As per the data laid out by International Aluminium Institute (IAI), it can be witnessed that China had a massive haul of 38,837,000 tonnes of primary aluminium in 2021, which grew by 1,593,000 tonnes over a year to reach 40,430,000 tonnes in 2023. In Q1 2022, the total primary aluminium production in China was 9,590,000 tonnes, and in Q1 2023, it was 10,019,000 tonnes, meaning there has been a growth of 429,000 tonnes. In June 2023, the total aluminium production in China was 3,377,000 tonnes, which escalated Month-on-Month by 93,000 tonnes to 3,470,000 tonnes in July 2023. In April 2023, the aluminium production in China stood at 3,364,000 tonnes, which increased by 106,000 tonnes on a Quarter-on-Quarter basis to reach 3,470,000 tonnes in July 2023. Considering the total collection in...
Rajesh Aluminium is renowned for its worldwide distribution of top-quality aluminium and related alloys. They cater to a broad spectrum of industries, ranging from aircraft and aerospace to defence, hi-tech, and machine shops, serving over 15,000 customers. AL CircleBiz is delighted to announce the inclusion of Rajesh Aluminium in the world's first B2B platform for trading aluminium products. Their warehouses, located in every corner of India and beyond, are well-stocked with up to 50 tonnes of aluminium extrusion raw material, such as aluminium rods, aluminium flat, and aluminium tube, throughout the Midwest. Rajesh Aluminium surpasses its competitors in terms of variety, with an extensive range of alloys in a multitude of stock sizes, enabling them to fulfil your order more efficiently...
China's largest producer of aluminium alloy bars, Innovation New Material Technology, has announced intentions to spend USD197 million in a factory in Mexico. The Shandong province-based parent firm stated that Innovation New Material's Hong Kong subsidiaries, Drayton Management and Gloucester Management, would establish a project business in Mexico responsible for the new factory's investment, building, and management. The initiative will fully use the local automotive supply chain, boost customer satisfaction, and assist in expanding the business into a worldwide provider of lightweight aluminium alloy materials. The initiative, which is still in its early stages, would generate aluminium alloy materials for autos, according to the company, without providing any additional specifics....
According to data from the London Metal Exchange, inventories of aluminium in registered warehouses have increased to their highest level in over a month. This is due to the inflow of 38,725 tonnes into South Korea, presently stored at the Gwangyang port. As a result, the overall LME inventories have risen by 8 per cent to 529,775 tonnes, the highest since July 12. The increase in inventories suggests that there is a surplus of metal in the market. Additionally, investors are concerned about the weak demand for industrial metals in China, particularly in relation to the struggles in the property sector and weak factory activity. Meanwhile, aluminium output has been increasing in China, the world's top non-ferrous metal producer. In July, smelters in the southwestern province of Yunnan...
ZAK Aluminium Extrusion Expo is back with its 14th international trade fair on aluminium extrusion, technologies, applications and products. The four-day event from November 23 to November 26 will be held in Mumbai at the Bombay Exhibition Centre (NESCO). It will bring together industry experts from across the globe to showcase their growing products. With over 15 exhibiting countries, the expo will discuss aluminium and its use in the construction sector. The ZAK Aluminium Extrusions Expo is a large show that covers several facets of the aluminium extrusion business. This comprises extrusion-related equipment, materials, services, die design and manufacture, surface treatment, applications, and products. Manufacturers, merchants, and service providers may promote their goods and services...
State Power Investment Aluminum and Power Company has overall completed the first electrolytic aluminium industry in Ningxia, China, by collaborating with Fujian Company, Wuling Power, and Zhongwei New Energy Company. This involved two electrolytic aluminium units, Qingtongxia Branch and Ningdong Branch, resulting in a green power transaction with a volume of 9 million kWh. As a pioneer in green power trading in Ningxia, Aluminum Electricity Co., Ltd. took the initiative to procure green power from new energy companies for the two electrolytic aluminium companies. Several new energy companies were negotiated with during the process, but a cooperation agreement was eventually reached with Fujian Company, Wuling Electric Power, and Zhongwei New Energy Company. This green electricity...
Sandvik Coromant, a leading global provider of cutting tool solutions, is organizing an interactive educational event that focuses on boosting automotive aluminium machining techniques. The event, titled "Accelerating Into the Future of Aluminum Machining," is open to professionals in the automotive and related industries who work with aluminium. It is scheduled to take place on August 24, 2023, from 9:30 am to 2:30 pm (ET) at the Sandvik Coromant Center Mebane, located at 295 Maple Lane, Mebane, N.C. 27302. The automotive industry is currently grappling with significant challenges in a rapidly changing landscape, including the need to adapt to lighter materials, advancements in hybrid and electric cars, more efficient batteries, downsized combustion engines, and new technological...
Amid shifting market dynamics and a tempered macro outlook this year, Dongxing Aluminium has harnessed the power of proactive tactics. With its "three grasps and three promotions" strategy as a cornerstone, the company has focused on maximizing gains while minimizing costs. This dual-pronged approach, centred on elevated marketing efforts and streamlined procurement strategies, has yielded promising results, enhancing operational efficiency and profitability. Dongxing Aluminium's efforts exemplify a thriving synergy between smart procurement, strategic selling, and value-driven waste management, underscoring their commitment to elevating their financial prowess in a dynamic market landscape. The company's market analysis has guided its purchasing decisions, aligning them with price...
The smart software developer tailored for the manufacturing industry and beyond, AVEVA, invites you to participate in the electrifying event AVEVA World in San Francisco - designed specifically for the industrial community. The event this year will return to the Moscone West Convention Center in San Francisco, California, USA and is scheduled to take place on October 23-26, 2023. Unveiling the secrets of effective industrial software implementation, AVEVA World is your gateway to discovering both the tried-and-true and the cutting-edge in this ever-evolving landscape. Unlock the potential of AVEVA software to engineer with intelligence and elevate operational prowess within your organization. Delve into a realm where insights converge with innovation as esteemed customers, partners, and...
Chongqing Millison Technology, a Chinese firm specialising in R&D, manufacture, and selling of aluminium alloy precision die-casting components for the communication and automotive industries, joined the Aluminium Stewardship Initiative (ASI) . Chongqing Millison joined ASI as a new member of the Production and Transformation category. In the first half of 2023, the firm capitalised on the trend and announced several accomplishments. The company's performance improved and was successfully listed on the ChiNext Board of the Shenzhen Stock Exchange, solidifying its industry leadership. Yu Yajun, President of Millison Technology, said, "Chongqing Millison Technology Co., Ltd. voluntarily joins the Aluminum Industry Management Initiative Organization, fully implements the concept of green and...
The rapidly developing world of transportation is presenting new car designs, and fuel alternatives, together with technological improvement, and everything is becoming more feasible with the usage of aluminium. One of these developments is the new Vook E-trike. It is, as the name implies, an electric-powered tricycle built for adults to provide more enjoyment and comfort. The Vook E-trike is available in three trims, with rear hub motors rated at 3,000-6,000 watts nominal and a top speed of 40 mph. LCD display, keyless go, LED lighting, cameras, GPS, motion sensors, and cruise control are just a few of the amazing features. The four drive modes are Safe, Eco, Sport, and Boost. The app allows for remote operations like tracking and battery condition checks. The A 30-Ah Lite variant has a...
Vedanta Aluminium has recently announced that it has signed long-term power delivery agreements to obtain 1335 MW of renewable energy for its operations. The firm will use a combination of solar and wind energy to power its operations across Odisha and Chhattisgarh while reducing its greenhouse gas emissions. Through these agreements, the firm aims to cut around 3.2 million tonnes of CO2 per year. This is a significant step towards Vedanta's decarbonisation efforts. As part of the initiative launched in 2004 by the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy, Akshay Urja Diwas aims to promote the adoption of renewable energy sources through technological innovation and decentralised power production. The initiative focuses on the adoption of various kinds of renewable energy forms, including...
Qingtongxia Aluminium Industry Co., Ltd, a subsidiary owned by Ningxia Energy Aluminium Co., Ltd. and recognized as a prominent state-owned enterprise within China's Nonferrous Metals Industry, has officially commenced its operational activities. This milestone signifies the transformation of Qingtongxia Aluminium into the inaugural 5G-integrated smart factory within the domestic electrolytic aluminium sector. The factory's achievement establishes it as a pioneering exemplar for implementing intelligent manufacturing in the aluminium industry during the era of 5G technology. Additionally, it has set a precedent for the digitalized and smart evolution of the Qingtongxia Aluminium Industry, reflecting a novel trajectory for its growth. The construction of the Centralized Control Centre...
Hangzhou is gearing up to lead the charge in advancing premium alloy materials, with high-performance aluminium alloys taking the spotlight. A recent mandate from the General Office of the Hangzhou Municipal People's Government outlines steps to accelerate research, innovation, and industrialization in the new material industry. The directive aims to fast-track R&D, guide large-scale implementation, and elevate the new material sector's growth. Hangzhou's focus will be on pioneering high-end alloy materials, including high-performance aluminium alloys, specialized aluminium foils for power batteries, superalloys, and advanced magnetic materials like rare earth magnets. Additionally, the city aims to enhance semiconductor technology using better solder and welding materials. The directive...
LME aluminium opened at US$2,147 per tonne on Monday, with its high and low at US$2,150.5 per tonne and US$2,115 per tonne, respectively, before closing at US$2,145.5 per tonne, an increase of US$7 per tonne or 0.33 per cent from the previous trading day. On Monday, August 21, both LME aluminium cash bid price and LME official settlement price dropped by US$27.5 per tonne to settle at US$2,068 per tonne and US$2,068.50 per tonne. On the same day, both the 3-month bid price and 3-month offer price also dipped by US$15 per tonne or 0.70 per cent and US$48.5 per tonne or 2.23 per cent to halt at US$2,122 per tonne and US$2,123 per tonne. December 24 bid price and December 24 offer price lost US$12 per tonne or 0.52 per cent to rest at US$2,288 per tonne and US$2,293 per tonne. LME aluminium...
Aluminium, the wonder metal, has demonstrated its relevance in a variety of fields. Redmi, a subsidiary of Xiaomi, has released its tablet, Redmi Pad SE, for the first time in the European market. The Redmi Pad SE's rear plate is composed of aluminium alloy, which protects and supports the internal components while also adding to its overall design and aesthetics. The Redmi Pad SE is also most likely to be released in the Malaysian market since it was detected in the SIRIM database. Within such a short period of time, Redmi, a 10-year-old brand, has brought a new spectrum to humanity with its electronic gadgets. The Redmi Pad SE is the successor to the Xiaomi tablet released the previous year. However, the features of the Redmi Pad SE have been improved for the benefit of the consumers....
