With only 10 per cent of globally traded alumina changing hands on the spot market, Hindalco is moving its tenders online in an effort to strengthen the evidence behind benchmark prices. For a commodity market where a relatively small number of transactions can influence prices across a much larger pool of long-term contracts, the quality of the underlying data matters. That is the challenge facing alumina, and Hindalco is now testing whether digital trading infrastructure can help address it. Hindalco is expected to conduct its first digital tender for metallurgical-grade alumina on Metalshub before the end of 2026. The physical cargo sold through the tender may be only part of the significance of the transaction. The more important outcome could be the structured market data generated...
Aluminium du Maroc reported a 31 per cent year-over-year increase in H1 2026 net income to MAD 41.0 million (USD 4.11 million), even as consolidated revenue declined to MAD 603.7 million (USD 60.55 million) from MAD 650.1 million (USD 65.21 million). The Moroccan aluminium producer’s results point to a stronger profitability performance despite weaker top-line activity. Net income rose from MAD 31.3 million (USD 3.14 million) in H1 2025, while operating income also increased by 23 per cent to MAD 77.2 million (USD 7.74 million), according to AlphaMena. Profit growth outpaces revenue The divergence between revenue and profit was the key feature of Aluminium du Maroc’s H1 2026 performance. Revenue declined by around 7 per cent year over year, while net income increased by nearly one-third....
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The leading industrial company committed to a sustainable future, Hydro is investing in a 426-meter-long solar fence at its extrusion plant in Offenburg, Germany. The fence is the first of its kind in Germany and will reduce the plant's emissions. By 2030, Hydro intends to reduce its emissions by 30% and become net zero by 2050. All Hydro locations are working on switching to renewable energy sources. Renewable electricity is purchased in some of these projects, while it is produced on-site in others. The solar fence project is a collaboration between Hydro Extrusions and the renewable energy company Hydro Rein colleagues. Hubert Ronecker, the Managing Director at the extrusion plant in Offenburg, said, "Every step matters on the path to zero emissions. The energy consumption at an...
Preston City Council, in partnership with Aluminium Packaging Recycling Organization (Alupro), launched a new initiative to encourage the recycling of aluminium. Residents are urged to rinse and recycle empty aerosol cans, clean foil trays, clean foil for wrapping, and drink cans and tins. Creative commercials for the "Clean Me" campaign from the Aluminium Packaging Recycling Organization (Alupro) will be shown on billboards, buses, and bus shelters throughout the city. The campaign's main aim is to boost the amount of endlessly recyclable aluminium packaging in households throughout the city. “As a council, we’re always looking for ways to further encourage householders to recycle as much of their waste as possible. Working in partnership with Alupro to deliver this new campaign will...
The not-for-profit communications programme working to inspire, encourage and empower people to recycle their empty drink cans, Every Can Counts, announced the best and the worst cities for recycling in the UK. As per the research, Newport has been rated the top city for recycling in the UK, while Birmingham has been identified as the region most in need of reform. When recycling rates and consumer attitudes were considered, Newport in Wales ranked the best UK city for recycling. Compared to the national average of just 41 per cent, it sends nearly two-thirds (67 per cent) of its household garbage for reuse, recycling, or composting. "The need for recycling is now fairly well cemented into the minds of the general public and it's great to reveal and celebrate the efforts of the UK's...
On October 19, 2022, the European Commission stated that KPS Capital Partners' portfolio company, German aluminium smelter Speira had received the EU antitrust approval to acquire aluminium recycler Real Alloy Europe after offering to sell two plants. The private equity firm KPS Capital Partners works exclusively to acquire and improve businesses that manufacture various products across many industries. Speira, headquartered in Grevenbroich, Germany, owns the world's largest rolled aluminium finishing mill. It sells a plant in France and another owned by Real Alloy Europe. Speira comes from Greek and stands for a spiral of growing influence that originates from a strong core, uplifting performances and much more: Speira also stands for the circularity of production, using and recycling,...
Aluminerie Alouette, one of the largest aluminium smelters in America, received the Aluminium Stewardship Initiative (ASI) Chain of Custody Standard (CoC) certification for its aluminium smelter and casthouse in Sept-Îles, Quebec. In July 2020, the business received Performance Standard Certification. "The fact that aluminum, especially Canadian aluminum, is a solution to climate change cannot be overstated. This new certification adds value to our metal for our shareholders' customers, who are increasingly looking to source green aluminum. Our entire team and our partners can be proud of this news. Everyone works hard every day. This is a key hallmark in today's globalized world," said Claude Gosselin, President and CEO of Aluminerie Alouette. The ASI Performance Standard, which,...
Lately, intuitiveness and acuteness combined with exhaustive experience in conveyor belt maintenance and repair tasks shaved off prospective mishap proceedings just before the last minute. The Rio Tinto Australia Gove (RTAG) bauxite operations in Nhulunbuy, Northern Territory, are bound by only one vital conveyor belt connecting the mine pit to the port. Accidental maintenance failures outside usually lined-up downtime stoppages for this crucial conveyor system established enhanced safety risks to onsite teams and are incredibly big-budgeted and unwanted. At the high end of Australia, Rio Tinto’s Gove operation exports just less than 12 million tonnes of some of the world’s premium quality bauxite globally. The C6-7 artery belt delivers 1750 tonnes per hour from the mine to the port to...
Colourful and customisable aluminium chain façade cladding from Kriskadecor can transform buildings' facades without obstructing ventilation. Known for its aluminium chain interior products, Kriskadecor offers space dividers, wall coverings, and architectural ceiling elements. A façade cladding system that can be manufactured with printing, logos, and high-definition photos, the Spanish business has also modified the concept for outdoor use, where it may leave a lasting imprint. "The facade is the only part of the building that can be seen from the outside and has the function of communicating a message derived from its design. It, therefore, deserves special attention in every detail," said Kriskadecor. According to the company, the cladding system offers "unlimited creative options"....
On Thursday, October 20, the A00 aluminium ingot price in China hikes by RMB 50 per tonne to settle at RMB 18,440 per tonne. The average price for the same is likely to range between RMB 18,420 per tonne and RMB 18,460 per tonne, with the spot contract to be traded at a premium price of RMB 0 to RMB 40 per tonne. The prices in Foshan and Chongqing have ascended by RMB 90 per tonne and RMB 70 per tonne to reside at RMB 18,560 per tonne and RMB 18,580 per tonne. In Wuxi, Hangzhou and Shenyang, the A00 aluminium ingot price closed at RMB 18,450 per tonne, RMB 18,470 per tonne and RMB 18,420 per tonne after witnessing a growth of RMB 50 per tonne. As per the data, in Gongyi and Linyi, the prices increased by RMB 30 per tonne to record at RMB 18,430 per tonne and RMB 18,500 per tonne. In...
LME aluminium opened at US$2,186 per tonne on Wednesday, with its high and low at US$2,209.5 per tonne and US$2,162 per tonne, respectively, before closing at US$2,190 per tonne, a drop of US$10 per tonne or 0.46 per cent. On Wednesday, October 19, both LME aluminium cash bid price and LME aluminium official settlement price slumped by US$32 per tonne or 1.45 per cent and US$31.5 per tonne or 1.43 per cent to halt at US$2,168 per tonne and US$2,169 per tonne. 3-month bid price and 3-month offer price slipped by US$36 per tonne or 1.62 per cent and US$35.5 per tonne or US$1.60 per cent to settle at US$2,180 per tonne and US$2,181 per tonne. December 23 bid price and December 23 offer price descended by US$32 per tonne to peg at US$2,268 per tonne and US$2,273 per tonne. LME aluminium...
National Aluminium Company Limited (NALCO) has axed its aluminium ingot and aluminium products prices, on October 19, after witnessing a hike on Thursday, October 6. NALCO’s aluminium ingot price has seen a slash of INR 11,400 per tonne to come in at INR 211,850-215,350 per tonne versus INR 223,250-226,750 per tonne on October 6. NALCO’s aluminium wire rod price has come in at INR 215,350-219,700 per tonne, also surged by INR 11,400 per tonne from INR 226,750-231,100 per tonne on October 6. The price of aluminium billets also witnessed the same price hike at INR 216,300-218,950 per tonne compared to INR 227,700-230,350 per tonne on October 6. NALCO has sharply cut its aluminium prices in response to the LME aluminium official settlement price. From October 18 to October 19, the LME...
Bharat Aluminium Company (BALCO), Vedanta's subsidiary company, has been declared the successful bidder for the Barra Coal Block, situated in the Raigarh district of Chhattisgarh under Tranche IV of the commercial coal block auction conducted by the Ministry of Coal, Govt. of India. Considering the location of the coal block, it is the best possible choice for BALCO. According to estimates, the block contains 900 million tonnes of coal reserves. Upon operationalization, it will provide fuel security and improve power availability while strengthening BALCO's operations and performance. Presently, Balco produces around 600,000 tonnes of aluminium per annum, which is 20% of India's annual aluminium output. The power production capacity at Balco has also reached 2010 MW per annum from 270 MW...
According to the Brazilian body, which brings together the automobile, light commercial, truck, bus, agricultural and construction machinery manufacturers National Association of Automotive Vehicle Manufacturers (Anfavea) reported that in 2021, the auto industry's production witnessed an 11.6% upswing against 2020 to 2.2 million units. However, it has been acknowledged as a marginal improvement but still below the potential for domestic and foreign demand. Truck sales increased 43.5%, pickup sales increased 25.1%, and van sales increased 22.8% on the balance sheet, while car sales dropped 3.6% and made passenger cars the most affected, majorly due to the global semiconductor shortage crisis. Concurrently, the production of processed aluminium is also winged up. The increase occurred in...
Hindalco Industries Limited has back-to-back cut its aluminium products and aluminium ingot prices on October 18 and 19. As per the revised prices revealed, Hindalco’s latest aluminium wire rod price stands at INR 218,850 per tonne on October 19 versus INR 222,850 per tonne on October 18. Today, the price has seen a cut of INR 4,000 per tonne, while the price underwent a slash of INR 6,250 per tonne a day before. Hindalco’s aluminium billets price is hovering around INR 221,850 per tonne as of October 19, down by INR 4,000 per tonne from INR 225,850 per tonne on the previous day. On October 18, Hindalco’s aluminium billets price witnessed a slash of INR 6,250 per tonne from INR 232,100 per tonne. Aluminium ingot price has also been reduced by INR 4,000 per tonne on October 19 to record at...
The Industrial Disputes Tribunal (IDT), which deals with disputes involving unionised as well as non-unionised workers, is settling a wage dispute between Windalco (UC Rusal Alumina Jamaica) Limited and the Union of Clerical, Administrative & Supervisory Employees, increased Windalco's offer to six per cent for the period November 2019 to November 2021. In addition to other benefits, the union requested a 12 per cent wage increase for year one and a 15 per cent for year two. Last month, the Tribunal said the one per cent increase was based on the circumstances of gradual improvements in the company's finances and the inflation out-turn in 2020 and 2021, which accumulated to a 12.5 per cent increase. King's Counsel Allan Wood, the company representative, stated that the union's claim...
On Tuesday, October 18, Switzerland-headquartered Anglo-Swiss multinational commodity trading and mining company Glencore shipped substantial volumes of Russian-origin aluminium to London Metal Exchange (LME) registered warehouses in Gwangyang, South Korea. As per the sources, the aluminium shipped to Gwangyang was made by the Russian aluminium giant Rusal. Deliveries into LME warehouses show the challenge confronting Rusal, the largest aluminium producer outside of China, as 2022 contracts expire and buyers steer clear of Russian metal for 2023 contracts, according to the sources. The price of aluminium increased by more than 7 per cent on Wednesday last week on news that the Biden administration was considering limiting imports of Russian aluminium as a possible response to Moscow's...
On Wednesday, October 19, the A00 aluminium ingot price in China ascended by RMB 80 per tonne to settle at RMB 18,390 per tonne, with the average prices ranging between RMB 18,370 per tonne and RMB 18,410 per tonne. The spot contract price is likely to be traded at a discount price of RMB 10 per tonne to a premium price of RMB 30 per tonne. The price in Gongyi has surged by RMB 150 per tonne to score at RMB 18,400 per tonne. In Foshan, the price increased by RMB 100 per tonne to halt at RMB 18,470 per tonne. The prices in Chongqing and Wuxi expanded by RMB 90 per tonne and RMB 80 per tonne to reside at RMB 18,510 per tonne and RMB 18,400 per tonne. As per the SMM data, both Hangzhou and Shenyang witnessed a growth of RMB 70 per tonne and RMB 30 per tonne to peg at RMB 18,420 per tonne and...
A recent report from Europe indicates, that the private equity firm that has grown substantially over the past two decades, KPS Capital Partners, whose portfolio company Germany's aluminium smelter Speira ready to receive EU antitrust approval for its plan to acquire aluminium recycler Real Alloy Europe with its offer to sell two plants to address EU concerns. The deal was announced in February by Speira, which owns the world's largest rolled aluminium finishing mill in Grevenbroich, Germany. Annually, the company produces about a million tonnes of aluminium-rolled products. As a result of the deal, the company can use recycled metal to make low-carbon rolled aluminium products. In Germany, Norway, France and Britain, Real Alloy Europe has seven facilities and about 600 employees....
LME aluminium opened at US$2,245 per tonne on Tuesday, with its high and low at US$2,258 per tonne and US$2,178 per tonne, respectively, before closing at US$2,180 per tonne, a drop of US$64 per tonne or 2.85 per cent. Growing inventory and weak demand sent LME aluminium lower. On Tuesday, October 18, both LME aluminium cash bid price and LME aluminium official settlement price closed at US$2,200 per tonne and US$2,200.50 per tonne, after experiencing a cut of US$39 per tonne or 1.74 per cent and US$39.5 per tonne or 1.76 per tonne. 3-month bid price and 3-month offer price slumped by US$24 per tonne or 1.07 per cent to halt at US$2,216 per tonne and US$2,216.50 per tonne. December 23 bid price and December 23 offer price dipped by US$17 per tonne or 0.73 per cent to reside at US$2,300...
