Ball Corporation has appointed two senior executives to lead its beverage packaging businesses across North and Central America and Europe, the Middle East and Africa (EMEA), bringing experience in commercial growth, regional management and global operations to the roles. Carey Causey, currently Ball’s senior vice president and chief growth officer, has been appointed senior vice president and president of Beverage Packaging North and Central America, effective immediately. She succeeds Kathleen Pitre. Scott Vail, Ball’s senior vice president and chief supply chain and operations officer, will take over as senior vice president and president of Beverage Packaging EMEA, succeeding Mandy Glew, who will retire in January 2027. Ball said the departures were not related to any disagreement...
Canada is looking to expand its domestic aluminium processing capacity as the government seeks to reduce the sector’s dependence on the United States. Industry Minister Mélanie Joly has described more than USD 193 million in federal funding for projects at five industrial sites in Quebec as a first step towards strengthening the country’s aluminium supply chain and building the capacity to process more metal at home. The funding, announced in La Baie, Quebec, covers projects at four Rio Tinto facilities in the Saguenay-Lac-Saint-Jean region and the Alouette aluminium smelter in Sept-Îles. Joly, who also serves as the minister responsible for economic development in Quebec, said the investment reflects the strategic importance of aluminium to Canada’s economy and national sovereignty. The...
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DERCHI Doors and Windows has introduced its patented six-point locking technology for aluminium picture windows as demand increases for more secure and energy-efficient building materials across residential and commercial projects. The company said picture windows are increasingly being designed not only for panoramic views but also for stronger structural performance, particularly in regions exposed to extreme weather conditions or where enhanced security is required. To know the long-term bauxite market forecast, book our report: “ Global Bauxite & Alumina Market Forecast to 2036: Supply–Demand, Trade Flows & Price Outlook ” DERCHI compared its Four-Side Six-Point Lock system with conventional window hardware that typically secures the frame at only one or two positions, often along the...
Global metallurgical-grade alumina production lost momentum in Q1 2026 after several key producing regions scaled back from the exceptionally strong output levels seen at the end of 2025, with North America emerging as the only region to register quarter-on-quarter growth, albeit marginally. China underwent widespread refinery maintenance and environmental shutdowns, Asia & Africa normalised after aggressive year-end production pushes, while Europe and Oceania continued battling energy pressures, maintenance activity and operational disruptions. These combined factors pulled global alumina production down 6.1 per cent quarter-on-quarter to 35.4 million tonnes in Q1 2026 from 37.7 million tonnes in Q4 2025. However, compared with Q1 2025, worldwide output remained broadly stable, rising...
American Steel and Aluminum (ASA) has opened a new 50,000 square-foot integrated contract manufacturing facility in Syracuse, New York. The new site is the company’s second facility in the city and is aimed at increasing production and processing capacity. The expansion comes as demand rises from sectors such as data centre infrastructure, defence, renewable energy, and industrial manufacturing. ASA said the additional facility will help increase output, reduce delivery times, and add more processing capabilities closer to customers. To know the long-term bauxite market forecast, book our report: “ Global Bauxite & Alumina Market Forecast to 2036: Supply–Demand, Trade Flows & Price Outlook ” Sam Blatchford, President of ASA, said, "This expansion is a direct response to what we're hearing...
Welcoming back all the readers to the third part of “ Women in Aluminium: Real Stories. Real Shifts ”, where we will explore the most valuable lesson they gained in their journey and what changes they believe will shape the global aluminium industry in the coming years. In the first part of the series , we talked about these women's current job roles and responsibilities and how they entered the metal industry, along with what shaped their paths. In the second part of the series , we walked the readers through the common and uncommon challenges these women faced, along with the projects and milestones they are part of. One theme is the lessons these women learned throughout their journey For every woman in the global aluminium industry, the experiences usually stemmed from gaining...
ReLid’s newest aluminium can design has redefined beverage packaging by combining resealability with full recyclability, addressing long-standing trade-offs between plastic bottles and conventional cans. Developed by ReLid USA, the innovation features a patented sliding tab mechanism that allows consumers to open and reseal the can multiple times. Unlike standard cans, which once opened are prone to spillage, the new design enables users to “lift the tab end and slide it open to drink” and then reseal it by sliding the tab back into position. The company states the mechanism can support at least 14 reseals without compromising functionality. The technology originated in 2020 at Re-Lid Engineering AG, with ReLid USA serving as its exclusive North American licensee. The development focused...
On Wednesday, May 6, 2026, trade ministers from the Group of Seven (G7) convened in Paris to advance discussions on securing supply chains for critical minerals, even as renewed tariff tensions between the United States and the European Union threatened to test the bloc’s unity. The talks build on earlier discussions held in Washington in February 202 6, where G7 and allied officials prioritised securing critical minerals amid rising concerns over China’s dominance in global supply chains. At the time, participants, including the United States, United Kingdom, European Union and Australia, explored coordinated strategies to ensure access to rare earths, vital for technology and defence. They also considered market support measures despite Washington’s reservations about price guarantees....
The award-winning company, known for its 100 per cent organic wines, Vinca, is now launching its sustainable, recyclable aluminium-bottled red and white wines in M&S Food stores across the UK starting May 6, 2026. Well-known for its acclaimed canned wines, which were first introduced back in 2021, the firm has been pushing its limits for innovating sustainable wine packaging solutions, which go beyond its launch in the UK's first full-sized wines in 100 per cent recycled aluminium bottles, which were priced at £10.50 (USD 13.95) for 750ml. Aluminium's lightweight feature comes in organic red Syrah and Nero D’Avola, along with organic white Catarratto, which are sourced from family-owned sustainable vineyards in Sicily. Also read: Crown Holdings posts a rise in net sales as global...
Edna has been selected by a Kazakhstan's manufacturing company for setting up a new aluminium facility, as announced on Monday by the city officials. The project includes a total investment of USD 15 million. The announcement was made on May 4 at the 2026 SelectUSA Investment Summit held in Washington, D.C., as per the statement released by the City of Edna. City Manager Gary Boz and Victoria Economic Development Corp. Regional Partnership President Jonas Titus, who have been reported to attend the event. Also read: Indian auto acceleration attracts global suppliers; aluminium supply takes centre stage Boz, in a statement, stated, "Bauner selected Edna for its strong community character and pro-business environment. This is a truly great day for our city" As per the plan, the new...
With comparison to the previous day's close, on May 6, the London Metal Exchange (LME) aluminium price dropped. The drop has been seen in the longer-dated contracts as well as at the inventory level. On May 6, both the LME cash bid and cash offer dropped by USD 35.5 per tonne or 1 per cent, where the bid shifted from USD 3,631.5 per tonne to USD 3,596 per tonne and the offer from USD 3,632.5 per tonne to USD 3,597 per tonne. Don’t miss out- Buyers are looking for your products on our B2B platform Similarly, the LME 3-month bid and offer inched down by USD 17.5 per tonne or 0.5 per cent, where the bid moved to USD 3,544.5 per tonne from USD 3,562 per tonne and the offer to USD 3,545.5 per tonne from USD 3,563 per tonne. The downward price movement continued in the LME December 27 bid and...
Nissan has announced plans to streamline its operations in Europe, including cutting around 900 jobs and merging production lines at its UK plant in Sunderland. The company said it will combine two production lines at the Sunderland facility, where the Leaf, Juke and Qashqai models are built. It clarified that this change will not result in huge job losses at the plant, but will trim down a small number of UK-based office roles (though the estimated figure is 900) as part of broader European cuts . To know the long-term bauxite market forecast, book our report: “ Global Bauxite & Alumina Market Forecast to 2036: Supply–Demand, Trade Flows & Price Outlook ” The planned reduction represents about 10 per cent of Nissan’s European workforce. The restructuring also includes closing part of its...
EFG Hermes has been appointed as the sole financial advisor to Metallurgical Industries Holding Company (MIH) and Egyptalum on a new partnership with Trafigura to build a primary aluminium smelter in Egypt. The project will be developed through a newly created company, NewCo, which will be majority-owned by MIH and Egyptalum. Trafigura will take a minority stake and also act as a debt provider, as well as a long-term partner for supplying raw materials and purchasing output. To know the long-term bauxite market forecast, book our report: “ Global Bauxite & Alumina Market Forecast to 2036: Supply–Demand, Trade Flows & Price Outlook ” EFG Hermes will advise on both equity and debt financing for the project. The signing of the term sheet marks an important step forward for the partnership....
EGA has agreed with the Republic of Guinea on the supply of bauxite and resolving other disputes between them, representing progress in ensuring stability in the supply of its raw materials. The agreement provides for the renewal of bauxite supply contracts under mutually agreed commercial terms. EGA, the Government of Guinea, and Guinea Alumina Corporation (GAC) confirmed that the settlement addresses disruptions in bauxite shipments, including issues linked to Compagnie des Bauxites de Guinée (CBG). The dispute escalated after Guinea revoked GAC’s mining license over regulatory and export-related issues, subsequently seizing and transferring its assets to a state-backed firm without compensation. EGA termed the move illegal, halted operations, and pursued legal action while seeking...
Bridgnorth Aluminium Limited, the UK’s leading integrated producer of flat-rolled (FRP) aluminium coils, will release the Bridgnorth Aluminium Community Fund worth GBP 5,000 (USD 6816.5) to community and voluntary organisations. Being a joint venture with the Shropshire Community Foundation, the initiative aims to improve the well-being of senior residents and those faced with the risk of isolation. Explore- Most accurate data to drive business decisions with Global ALuminium Industry Outlook 2026 across the value chain This forms part of a broader set of activities, as Adrian Musgrave, Head of Sales, stated, “As we mark 25 years as part of the Viohalco Group family, it felt right to do something that gives back in a meaningful way.” An additional contribution of GBP 10,000 (USD 13,633)...
Ball Corporation, one of the leading supplier of aluminium packaging reported higher earnings in the first quarter of 2026, helped by slightly higher shipment volumes and better operating performance. The company posted net earnings of USD 205 million, up from USD 179 million a year earlier. Diluted earnings per share rose to USD 0.77 from USD 0.63. On an adjusted basis, earnings per share increased to USD 0.94 from USD 0.77, about a 22 per cent rise. Sales reached USD 3.60 billion in the quarter, compared to USD 3.10 billion in the same period of 2025. Comparable operating earnings also increased to USD 387 million from USD 352 million. Global aluminium packaging shipments grew by 0.8 per cent. Growth came from North and Central America and Europe, while South America saw lower volumes....
National Aluminium Company (NALCO) has received a ‘Buy’ rating by the brokerage Axis Securities, estimating a projection of 10 per cent upside from current standard market levels, while cautioning that rich valuations could limit additional gains. Axis has elevated NALCO’s target price from the previous INR 390 (USD 4.12) per share to INR 440 (USD 4.65) per share, provided there is improved earnings visibility along with favourable pricing dynamics. Explore: The most comprehensive and forward-looking industry-focused report — Global Bauxite & Alumina Market Forecast to 2036: Supply–Demand, Trade Flows & Price Outlook The development in NALCO’s rating came after the company reported a robust financial performance for its fourth quarter (Q4) of FY 2025-26 . While earnings were hit by lower...
Following the Vedanta Limited demerger on May 1, 2026 , the company has drawn up expansion plans across its major business segments, such as aluminium, energy, oil and gas. Anil Agarwal, Chairman, in a letter to shareholders, stated that Vedanta’s business verticals are being developed to achieve individual growth. for global competitiveness, equipped with scale, a strong cost advantage and well-defined avenues for growth. He stated, “Through this transformation, each of our businesses is emerging as a ‘Vedanta’ in its own right.” The demerger aims to restructure each business segment into a standalone enterprise to optimise its value and positioning as a competitor on the global platform. Each part would be provided with the scope for focused, sector-specific development with streamlined...
Indonesia’s unwrought aluminium exports rose to their highest level in 28 months in March 2026, rising by over 100 per cent month-on-month, amounting to 88,554 tons against February’s 33,490 tons, based on data by Statistics Indonesia and Trade Data Monitor. This surge is attributed to the availability of new supplies from the expanded smelting facilities and a change in shipping flows, which include an unusual shipment to the United States. Analysts attribute the rise to the constrained global supply situation amid persistent geopolitical instability in the Middle East that has affected aluminium logistics. A key contributor to the March export spike was the first dispatches from the Weda Bay industrial complex on Halmahera Island. The smelter, backed by China’s Tsingshan Holding Group...
AGI Greenpac, a leading packaging products company in India, has inaugurated the construction of its aluminium beverage can manufacturing facility with the ground-breaking ceremony. The project is worth INR 10 billion (USD 105 million) and spans across 34 acres, located in Hathras, Uttar Pradesh. Rajesh Khosla, the CEO, mentioned, “This investment reflects our deep conviction in India’s growth trajectory and the significant opportunities within the domestic packaging sector.” Explore- Most accurate data to drive business decisions with Global ALuminium Industry Outlook 2026 across the value chain High-speed and cutting-edge production systems are being installed in the greenfield facility to make it a modern manufacturing hub, expected to become operational by June 2027. The initial...
