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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Metro Mining Limited said its Bauxite Hills Mine produced 563,000 wet tonnes of bauxite in April, up 33 per cent from the same month last year. The increase occurred despite disruptions caused by Tropical Cyclone Narelle and some maintenance work that limited shipping capacity. 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 higher production allowed the company to build stockpiles. This comes ahead of an expected rise in shipments after its offshore floating terminal, Ikamba, returned to service. Shipments in April were 416,000 wet metric tonnes, slightly lower by 2 per cent year-on-year. The decline was mainly due to operations running with only one transhipper for part...
A new tender has been put forward by NTPC Renewable Energy Limited, calling for bids to deliver the Balance of System (BoS) package for a large-scale, grid-connected solar installation in Kurnool. The planned capacity totals 900 MW, divided into two segments of 500 MW and 400 MW, with submissions due by 5 June 2026. Rather than limiting the contractor’s involvement, the brief assigns comprehensive responsibility across nearly the entire project lifecycle. The successful bidder will oversee everything from detailed design and engineering through to procurement, logistics, installation, testing and final commissioning. The only major exclusion from this remit is the provision of solar modules themselves. Preparation of the site forms a substantial part of the assignment. This includes...
Trade between Libya and Brazil has shifted noticeably in early 2026, with contrasting movements on each side of the exchange. Libya’s export to Brazil soared, driven by a surge in aluminium scrap shipments during the January–March period. The value of these exports rose sharply, climbing by 347.4 per cent compared with the same quarter a year earlier to reach approximately USD 1.7 million, based on figures from the Arab-Brazilian Chamber of Commerce. Must read: Key industry individuals share their thoughts on the trending topics Brazil’s exports to Libya, on the other hand, declined by 57.2 per cent, amounting to USD 94.19 million over the same timeframe. Despite this drop, Brazil continued to post a substantial trade surplus in its favour. A closer look at Brazilian exports shows a...
The United States has long been a net importer of bauxite, owing to the small domestic reserves located in Arkansas, Alabama, and Georgia. This trend has not changed much except the numbers going up or down in 2025. Jamaica and Turkey, the only two primary exporters of bauxite to the US, have remained firm, albeit the amount dropped year-on-year, leading to the decline in the United States’ total bauxite imports. Factors driving the decline in the US bauxite imports The erosion of alumina refining capacity in the domestic market from 5 million tonnes in 2000 to nearly 600,000 tonnes today has practically reduced the demand for bauxite in the United States. At present, only one refinery - Atlantic Alumina’s Gramercy plant in Louisiana is running but at its one-third capacity, producing...
ASX-listed rare earth explorers in Brazil, for the quarterly update, have showcased the latest project advancements, resource developments and strategic moves. This latest update emphasises how the region is playing an increasingly vital role in bolstering global rare earth supply chains. Here is a compilation, as drafted by Stockhead, providing an overview of four ASX rare earths stocks advancing projects in South America. St George Mining The mining firm, in this quarter, has started its Araxá rare earths and niobium project in Brazil. Concerning this project, the firm has boosted 75 per cent in the Mineral Resource Estimate (MRE), which is said to be standing at 70.91 million tonnes with a grade of 4.06 per cent Total Rare Earth Oxides (TREO) and 0.62 per cent Niobium Oxide (Nb2O5)....
Crown Holdings, Inc. reported a solid start to 2026, supported by higher beverage can shipments and improved adjusted earnings, despite a slight decline in net income. Net sales for the first quarter ended March 31, 2026, rose to USD 3.26 billion, compared to USD 2.89 billion in the same period last year. The increase was driven by a 5 per cent rise in global beverage can shipments, along with the pass-through of higher input costs and favourable foreign exchange movements. To know the long-term bauxite market forecast, book our report: “ Global Bauxite & Alumina Market Forecast to 2036: Supply–Demand, Trade Flows & Price Outlook ” Timothy J. Donahue, Chairman, President and CEO of the company, said, “Global beverage can volumes advanced 5 per cent, led by robust shipments throughout...
The partnership between Safetylyne, an engineering industry-leading height access systems and roof safety solutions provider and Capral, the leading provider of aluminium products and solutions across Australia, has been for 25 years. In this partnership, both firms create custom aluminium height safety and roof access systems for projects all over Australia. This long-standing partnership has played a crucial role in Safetylyne's growth into a national leader in engineered access solutions for commercial, industrial and complex infrastructure settings. Since its inception, tracing back to 2000, Safetylyne has kept building its reputation by overcoming challenges that standard systems are unable to handle. In the current situation, the firm designs, fabricates and installs comprehensive...
Press Metal Aluminium Holdings Bhd may see further upside despite a strong rally in its share price, according to RHB Research. The research firm expects the company’s earnings to reach record highs in 2026 and 2027, supported by firm aluminium prices and a continued gap between supply and demand. It has raised its target price for the stock to RM10.50 (USD 2.65), the highest among major brokerages, while maintaining a “buy” rating. To know the long-term bauxite market forecast, book our report: “ Global Bauxite & Alumina Market Forecast to 2036: Supply–Demand, Trade Flows & Price Outlook ” Shares of Press Metal have risen about 24 per cent so far this year, driven by global supply concerns and geopolitical tensions in the Middle East. Disruptions, including constraints around the Strait...
Amidst the soaring aluminium prices due to the Middle East supply disruption, the smelters in Australia are now bringing their previously closed operations back into form with the aim of gaining a better profit margin. Owing to this strategy, aluminium players like Alcoa and Rio Tinto are also working towards the restart. However, while this price surge is giving a boost to operations, it’s also revealing some significant underlying issues like rising energy costs and long-term sustainability challenges. The rise in global aluminium prices has been sparked mainly because of the on-going geopolitical tension. But, to this, Australia's smelters are discovering that policy and power dynamics will shape how far this price surge goes. Given the current Middle East supply disruption, which is...
Galician shipyard AISTER has secured a contract to build an all-aluminium passenger catamaran, “Jeune France II”, for the French territorial community of Saint-Pierre et Miquelon, with delivery scheduled for September 2027. The vessel will replace the existing “Jeune France” operating between Saint-Pierre and Langlade Island. The project, valued at nearly EUR 4 million (USD 4.3 million), centres on a 22.5-metre-long catamaran with a 7.5-metre beam. Designed for a full-load displacement of 75 tonnes, it will accommodate up to 100 passengers. A key design challenge stems from the limited port infrastructure on Langlade Island. To address this, the vessel will feature beach-landing capability, allowing the bow to make controlled contact with the seabed. A hydraulic bow ramp is also included...
The Federal Government of Canada has sanctioned financial aid worth USD 1.5 billion to support companies affected by the recent US tariffs imposed on aluminium, steel and copper products, effective from April 6. Commenting on the funding, Mélanie Joly, the Minister of Industry and Minister responsible for Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions, stated, "We are taking concrete action to strengthen Canada's economy by standing behind our steel, aluminium and copper industries." Explore: The most comprehensive and forward-looking industry-focused report — Global Bauxite & Alumina Market Forecast to 2036: Supply–Demand, Trade Flows & Price Outlook Lifting the burden of immediate cash flow pressures on manufacturing and export firms across the metals value chain, which are heavily...
For decades, the aluminium industry has lived with a structural contradiction: for every tonne of alumina produced, it generated up to 1.5 tonnes of highly alkaline waste. That equation has now reached a breaking point. With global alumina output crossing 141 million tonnes in 2023 and 154 million tonnes in 2025, annual bauxite residue generation has already exceeded 175 million tonnes. The cumulative stockpile stands at an estimated 4 billion tonnes, making it one of the largest untapped secondary mineral reserves on the planet. In 2026, that legacy is no longer being managed. It is being mined. Not sustainability alone, but a convergence of economics, regulation, and geopolitics Red mud, long treated as a disposal liability due to its pH of 10-13 and contamination risks, is now being...
Egypt Aluminum Company reported a 6 per cent year-on-year increase in net profit after tax for the first nine months of fiscal year 2025-26, according to its unaudited financial results filed with the Egyptian Exchange on May 3. To know the long-term bauxite market forecast, book our report: “ Global Bauxite & Alumina Market Forecast to 2036: Supply–Demand, Trade Flows & Price Outlook ” Net profit rose to EGP 10.447 billion (USD 195.16 million) for the period ending March 31, 2026, compared to EGP 9.894 billion (USD 183.83 million) in the same period last year. The growth reflects steady operational performance despite broader market fluctuations. Revenue also rose during the period to EGP 36.731 billion (USD 686.17 million), from July 2025 to March 2026. That was higher than EGP 32.062...
Japan and Australia have agreed to deepen cooperation on energy security, defence and critical minerals amid growing global supply disruptions linked to tensions in the Middle East. Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi met Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese at Parliament House during her first official overseas visit after taking office. The leaders discussed regional security, supply chain risks and geopolitical tensions, including developments in the Strait of Hormuz. To know the long-term bauxite market forecast, book our report: “ Global Bauxite & Alumina Market Forecast to 2036: Supply–Demand, Trade Flows & Price Outlook ” Australia currently supplies around half of Japan’s liquefied natural gas (LNG) needs, while Japan exports refined fuels such as petrol and diesel to...
JKL Investment has fully exited its investment in Sama Aluminium, recovering around KRW 70 billion (USD 47.4 million) and more than doubling its initial investment. In January 2023, the firm invested about KRW 32.1 billion (USD 21.8 million) in the company. It did this through equity and convertible bonds under its ESG Future Mobility Value Chain fund. The deal included more than 700,000 shares and bonds worth KRW 10 billion (USD 6.77 million). It was meant to support growth in electric vehicles and secondary battery materials. To know the long-term bauxite market forecast, book our report: “ Global Bauxite & Alumina Market Forecast to 2036: Supply–Demand, Trade Flows & Price Outlook ” JKL started selling part of its stake after the lock-up period ended, offloading some shares between...
Since the exit of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) from the alliance, the Organisation of the Petroleum Exporting Countries’ (OPEC+) first meeting without the nation concluded with the decision to raise oil production by 188,000 barrels per day (bpd) for June. This suggests that despite a shift in internal dynamics, a consistent effort is being made to stabilise global oil markets. Tighter oil supplies could also push up energy and logistics costs, indirectly raising production expenses for aluminium smelters. Explore- Most accurate data to drive business decisions with Global ALuminium Industry Outlook 2026 across the value chain The increase is slightly lower than May’s output adjustment of 206,000 bpd, barring the UAE’s contribution after its official departure from the group on Tuesday,...
National Aluminium Company Limited (NALCO), the Navratna CPSE under the Ministry of Mines, led by the Government of India, has achieved a milestone in its financial results for FY26, reporting record-breaking gains over past financial years alongside a strong operational performance. NALCO’s annual net profit reached INR 58.16 billion (USD 612.7 million), growing 9.22 per cent year-on-year (Y-o-Y) from INR 53.25 billion (USD 561.05 million) in FY25 . Annual revenue from operations stood at INR 178.43 billion (USD 1.88 billion), gaining the highest-ever revenue, up 6.28 per cent Y-o-Y over INR 167.88 billion (USD 1.77 billion) in FY25. Explore: The most comprehensive and forward-looking industry-focused report — Global Bauxite & Alumina Market Forecast to 2036: Supply–Demand, Trade Flows &...
As of May 1, 2026, Vedanta's intricate demerger has been completed, leading to the separation of its varied operations into five unique business units. As a part of the next step, the firm will establish four new entities, including Vedanta Aluminium Metal, Vedanta Power, Vedanta Oil & Gas, and Vedanta Iron and Steel. With this demerger, the firm plans to gain approval from stock exchanges next week with the aim of starting trading by mid-June. This timeline aligns with CFO Ajay Goel's goal of wrapping up the listings within the first quarter of FY2027. Concerning this demerger, the firm's shareholders will receive four new shares for every one they own as of the record date, which is part of a strategy to spread ownership among the newly formed entities. As of early May 2026, after the...
