Kaiser Aluminum is seeing stronger demand across aerospace, defence, packaging and semiconductor-related markets, with customer bookings extending into 2027. However, the aluminium producer’s latest results highlight a challenge: converting rising shipments and record conversion revenue into stronger profitability as planned outages, lower scrap utilisation and startup costs weigh on margins. The company reported third-quarter 2026 shipments of 300 million pounds, up from 270 million pounds in the same period last year, while conversion revenue climbed 25 per cent year-on-year to a record USD 439 million from USD 351 million. Net sales reached USD 1.21 billion. Despite the growth, adjusted EBITDA increased by only USD 3 million year-on-year to USD 84 million. A USD 29 million unfavourable...
Vietnam-based custom motorcycle studio Bandit9 has unveiled the Bandit9 (RED) 800, a limited-edition Ducati-based motorcycle that combines sculptural aluminium bodywork with a charitable commitment to healthcare programmes. Its defining feature is a hand-painted finish that fades from deep Racing Red at the front into exposed, hand-brushed aluminium towards the rear, making the metal itself a central part of the design. Limited to just nine units worldwide, the motorcycle is priced at USD 49,900, with Bandit9 pledging a fixed USD 14,000 from each bike to (RED), the organisation that raises funds to fight AIDS and other preventable diseases. If all nine examples are sold, the commitment would total USD 126,000. Red paint gives way to sculpted aluminium The Bandit9 (RED) 800 builds on the...
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Momentum Technologies has achieved record purity levels in recovering rare earth elements (REEs) using its proprietary Membrane Solvent Extraction (MSX) technology. The Texas-based critical materials company recovered 99.9 per cent pure neodymium-praseodymium oxide from e-waste and magnet production waste, 99.5 per cent pure dysprosium from magnet production waste, and 99.5 per cent pure yttrium from mined feedstock at its demonstration plant in Carrollton, Texas. The MSX technology was developed in collaboration with the US Department of Energy and Oak Ridge National Laboratory. It is designed to recover and separate high-purity rare earth elements and battery materials from both primary and secondary feedstocks. High-purity rare earths are required for permanent magnets used in defence...
The global aluminium value chain continued to witness a mix of shifting market dynamics, strategic investments, supply chain realignments, and policy developments over the past week. From evolving raw material trends and production updates to new mining projects, trade partnerships, corporate expansions, and smelter restarts, the industry remained focused on strengthening supply security while navigating changing market conditions and sustainability challenges. Market trends and industry outlook China’s bauxite inventories continued to increase last week despite higher prices and ongoing concerns over supply from Guinea. Stocks held at Chinese ports reached 32.4 million tonnes, up 24 per cent year-on-year and the highest level recorded since 2022. The price of Guinea’s 45 per cent grade...
Some Japanese aluminium buyers have agreed to pay global producers a premium of USD 395 per tonne over the London Metal Exchange benchmark for July-September 2026 shipments, up 12–13 per cent from the previous quarter, according to industry sources. The premium compares with USD 350–353 per tonne paid for April-June deliveries and marks the third consecutive quarterly increase. It is also the highest since January-March 2015, when premiums touched USD 425 per tonne. Japan is a major aluminium importer in Asia, making its quarterly premium settlements an important reference for primary metal shipments. The premium is paid on top of the prevailing LME aluminium price. Another step up from Q2 The latest settlement extends a rise that was already evident in the second quarter. Japanese buyers...
Every tonne of aluminium produced creates more than just the finished metal. Across primary production and recycling, the processes generate aluminium dross-an oxide-rich material that is increasingly attracting attention across the industry. Global aluminium dross generation is projected to rise from 5.86 million tonnes in 2025 to 6.04 million tonnes in 2026, marking a 3.1 per cent increase, with volumes expected to grow by a further 13.4 per cent by 2030 and 5.7 per cent by 2032. The rise is being driven by expanding aluminium production and, increasingly, the rapid growth of secondary aluminium recycling. This growing waste stream includes white dross, mainly generated during primary aluminium production and clean metal melting, and black dross, which typically arises from secondary...
The ToZero (Towards Zero Waste in Aluminum BiW Manufacturing) project has demonstrated that recycled automotive aluminium scrap can be transformed into powder suitable for laser powder bed fusion (LPBF), supporting efforts to increase the use of recycled materials in additive manufacturing. Supported under Italy's Accordi per l'Innovazione programme, the project involved Valland, Politecnico di Torino, Politecnico di Bari and the Fontana Group, with Valland leading the additive manufacturing phase. The company developed LPBF processing parameters for recycled AA5083 aluminium powder and used the material to manufacture a structural automotive connection node known as the "Voletto". According to the project team, the recycled alloy was printed without hot cracking, while the finished...
Aluminium prices are likely to bottom or find a floor over the coming month before staging a recovery in the second half (H2) of 2026, according to a fresh market outlook from the global bank, Citigroup or Citi. Between September and December, aluminium is expected to trade in the range of USD 3,300-3,500 per tonne , supported by improving macroeconomic conditions as well as tightening market metrics. Citi’s positive outlook was backed by a more dovish US Federal Reserve, easing real rates, increasing demand and declining inventories measured in days of consumption. To learn about the autonomous furnace tending in aluminium cast houses from RIA Cast House Engineering, join the webinar Autonomous furnace tending in aluminium cast houses: Improving safety, productivity and yield The bank...
The ToZero (Towards Zero Waste in Aluminum BiW Manufacturing) project has demonstrated that recycled automotive aluminium scrap can be transformed into powder suitable for laser powder bed fusion (LPBF), supporting efforts to increase the use of recycled materials in additive manufacturing. Supported under Italy's Accordi per l'Innovazione programme, the project involved Valland, Politecnico di Torino, Politecnico di Bari and the Fontana Group, with Valland leading the additive manufacturing phase. The company developed LPBF processing parameters for recycled AA5083 aluminium powder and used the material to manufacture a structural automotive connection node known as the "Voletto". According to the project team, the recycled alloy was printed without hot cracking, while the finished...
Renewable energy strengthened its economic case in 2025, according to the latest report by the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA). Newly commissioned projects in 2025 helped the world save an estimated USD 480 billion in fossil fuel costs. IRENA’s report, Renewable Power Generation Costs in 2025 , shows that utility-scale renewable technologies maintained a decisive cost advantage over conventional power generation. Over 90 per cent of new renewable capacity installed in 2025 produced electricity at a lower cost than the cheapest newly built fossil fuel-based alternative. Among the major renewable technologies, solar photovoltaic (PV) generation remained stable at USD 44 per megawatt-hour (MWh) during 2025. Onshore wind generation costs declined 4 per cent year-on-year to USD...
Window Magic has launched WM AURA, its new ultra-luxury aluminium fenestration range, while unveiling Window Magic Atelier, a dedicated luxury fenestration experience centre in South Delhi, marking a new phase in the company's expansion in India's premium construction market. The company said the Atelier is designed as an immersive destination for architects, developers, interior designers and homeowners, showcasing luxury doors, windows and façade systems through dedicated experiential zones featuring the brand's latest products and design capabilities. The launch of WM AURA has been developed in collaboration with a European specialist in advanced aluminium architectural systems, combining international engineering expertise with solutions tailored for the Indian market. Explore: The...
The London Metal Exchange (LME) aluminium price graph has been consistently reporting a decline for nearly 10 days since the June 22 close. As the Middle East tensions come to a settled state, supply fears have clearly started to ease. Moreover, Emirates Global Aluminium (EGA) announced its ahead-of-schedule progress in restoring production at the Al Taweelah aluminium facility, which has already restarted 89 of its 1,262 reduction cells. This update, too, is expected to further drop aluminium prices as inventories are likely to be restocked before any major supply crunch. Explore the relevance of red mud in the sustainable aluminium industry in A Comprehensive Analysis of Bauxite Residue (Red Mud): Sustainability, Resource Recovery and Strategic Recommendations On July 2, the LME...
MQP will introduce its new Optifine 5:02 aluminium grain refiner at Aluminium China 2026, taking place from 8-10 July in Shanghai, as demand grows for cleaner aluminium used in aerospace and premium automotive applications. The company said the new grain refiner has been developed to meet increasing requirements for high-strength aluminium and superior surface quality, including applications requiring a mirror-like finish. Delegates attending the exhibition can learn more about the product at Stand 1C01. According to Matthew Piper, Technical Business Development Director at MQP, manufacturers are seeking grain refiners with significantly lower levels of inclusions, such as agglomerates and other local defects, to improve downstream processing and achieve higher-quality surface finishes....
The US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) will hold the second and final public auction of approximately 12,000 tonnes of seized extruded aluminium profiles on 23 July 2026 in Riverside, California, bringing to a close a nearly 10-year investigation into aluminium imports from China. The aluminium was seized in 2017 during an investigation linked to individuals or companies associated with China Zhongwang Holdings Ltd. Authorities alleged the material had been imported as non-functional aluminium shipping pallets to avoid US tariffs on semi-finished and finished aluminium products. According to CBP, the auction will include more than 160,000 aluminium "pallets" stored across 623 shipping containers, with the containers themselves also forming part of the sale. The aluminium is currently...
Has the alumina output of the Americas reflected a cooling effect across the global platform in the first half (H1) of 2026? According to industry data, cumulative alumina production in North America and South America from January to May totals 5.81 million tonnes. While the joint output registers a minor year-on-year dip of 0.38 per cent from 5.83 million tonnes in the same period of 2025, has the case been the same for the Americas on a singular basis? As of January-May, alumina produced in North America amounted to 790,000 tonnes, of which chemical-grade accounted for 169,000 tonnes and metallurgical grade for 621,000 tonnes. In the same period, South America produced 5.02 million tonnes, of which chemical grade totalled 389,000 tonnes and metallurgical grade contributed 4,629,000...
Canyon Resources Ltd has appointed Rory McGoldrick as a Non-Executive Director, effective July 2, 2026, as the company prepares to begin mining and targets its first bauxite shipment in the fourth quarter of 2026. McGoldrick has about 20 years of experience in the energy and resources sector. His background includes executive leadership, corporate advisory, corporate law and capital markets. He is currently Chief Executive Officer of Triangle Energy (Global) Ltd, where he oversees the company's oil and gas operations in the Perth Basin and the United Kingdom. He previously served as Chief Operating Officer and led the spin-out of the company's Philippines assets into Tetragon Energy Ltd. He is also part-time CEO of Winchester Energy Ltd, where he has worked on operational improvements...
Anheuser-Busch has announced an investment of more than USD 20 million in its facilities in St. Louis and Arnold, Missouri, to expand production capacity and strengthen manufacturing operations. The investment includes upgrades to brewery and aluminium can manufacturing equipment to support growing demand for brands such as Michelob ULTRA and Busch Light. The company will also establish a new technical skills training centre at its St. Louis brewery to develop the next generation of manufacturing professionals. The centre will provide training in mechanical, electrical, digital and operational skills and will complement the company's existing Technical Excellence Centre. The investment is part of Anheuser-Busch's Brewing Futures initiative, under which the company plans to invest USD 600...
In today's time, global aluminium producers are looking for ways to ramp up production while juggling fewer available resources. Rising expectations for output, stricter safety regulations, ongoing labour shortages, a heightened focus on product quality and the urgent need to boost operational efficiency without drastically increasing costs are creating significant challenges for producers across the industry. With just one week left until the webinar, AL Circle, together with RIA Cast House's Sales Director, Mark Bumford, invites aluminium industry professionals to join the webinar, " Autonomous furnace tending in aluminium cast houses: Improving safety, productivity and yield. " As the industry discussion shifts from whether automation should be adopted to where it can deliver the...
Press Metal Aluminium Holdings Bhd is expected to strengthen its earnings in the coming years, with MBSB Research forecasting an improvement in net profit margins from 15.3 per cent in FY2026 to 16.6 per cent by FY2028. The research firm has initiated coverage on the company with a "buy" recommendation and a target price of RM9.78 (USD 2.40) per share, citing Press Metal's renewable-powered aluminium smelting operations, expanding upstream integration and exposure to long-term electrification trends. According to MBSB Research, Press Metal's competitive position is supported by its access to long-term hydropower at its Samalaju Industrial Park smelters in Sarawak, helping the company maintain stable production costs while producing lower-carbon aluminium. Electricity typically accounts...
Vedanta Aluminium Metal Limited has appointed M/s S R B C & Co. LLP as its statutory auditor with immediate effect to fill a casual vacancy created by the resignation of its previous statutory auditors on June 12, 2026. The appointment was approved by the company's Board of Directors based on the recommendation of the Audit and Risk Management Committee. According to the company, the new auditor will hold office until the conclusion of the next annual general meeting. The Board approved the appointment at 8:15 pm IST on July 1, 2026, and the company disclosed the decision to the stock exchanges in accordance with Regulation 30 of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015. Explore: The most comprehensive and forward-looking industry-focused report –...
