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Reynolds Wrap’s new aluminium foil adds decoration and durability to food packaging
Reynolds Wrap, a packaging subsidiary under the Reynolds Group, has introduced the Reynolds Wrap Hearts Fun Foil. It is an embossed aluminium foil containing a playful heart symbol on it. Launching it as a permanent addition to the foil lineup, Reynolds presents the Hearts Fun Foil as a combination of the long-standing product quality of Reynolds with a subtle decorative element on viable aluminium packaging. Explore- Most accurate data to drive business decisions with Global ALuminium Industry Outlook 2026 across the value chain The new aluminium foil design is intended to add a personalised touch to everyday uses such as covering dishes or packaging homemade food items and leftovers. Commenting on the launch, Marketing Director for Reynolds Foil and Bakeware, Sumita Ghosh, mentioned,...
EU considers broader CBAM scope for aluminium products; industry concern intensifies
The European Union is evaluating an expansion of its Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM). After setting carbon tax certificates at EUR 75.36 (USD 88.14) per tonne of aluminium and steel imports for Q1 2026, the push could widen the scope of carbon-linked import costs for global exporters. Explore- Most accurate data to drive business decisions with Global ALuminium Industry Outlook 2026 across the value chain A draft proposal presented within the European Parliament indicates the bloc’s extension of CBAM to cover a broader range across steel and aluminium products. Marking a shift from raw materials to processed goods, the proposal is intensifying concerns among traders and exporters. As per recommendations issued on April 10 by the European Parliament Committee on the Environment,...
Press Metal Aluminium owners rise in wealth rankings via strong aluminium market
Kuala Lumpur-based Press Metal Aluminium Holdings Berhad is recognised as Southeast Asia’s largest aluminium smelter with annual capacity exceeding 1 million tonnes. The founding family has witnessed a notable increase in wealth, reinforced by favourable aluminium market conditions and steady company performance. Explore- Most accurate data to drive business decisions with Global ALuminium Industry Outlook 2026 across the value chain Press Metal has maintained stable operational performance despite global economic uncertainties, and the proprietor family of Koon Poh Keong and his siblings have emerged as the second-richest individuals in Malaysia, after a significant rise in their net worth over the past year. Press Metal’s financial performance Improved aluminium prices , driven by...
Oman eyes green aluminium expansion with new projects in Duqm SEZ
中文翻译附于新闻末尾，敬请继续阅读。 Oman, a notable player in the Middle Eastern aluminium industry , is planning to establish three low-carbon aluminium projects at the Special Economic Zone at Duqm (SEZAD). It is a strategic stance to boost sustainability by moving beyond the conventional iron and steel bases and diversifying its green aluminium industrial sector. Explore- Most accurate data to drive business decisions with Global ALuminium Industry Outlook 2026 across the value chain The Public Authority for Special Economic Zones and Free Zones (OPAZ) has announced in its latest update about three major aluminium ventures that, at present, are in early-stage development. All three of these are centred on utilising green hydrogen and other low-emission energy sources expected to be available in the...
Nanshan Aluminium advances digital governance amid steady FY25 performance
Nanshan Aluminium International Holdings Limited, a leading company in the aluminium value chain, has proposed to modernise its corporate governance framework. The company is pushing a revised set of articles of association aimed at improving shareholder protection standards while enabling digital participation. Explore- Most accurate data to drive business decisions with Global ALuminium Industry Outlook 2026 across the value chain Pertaining to shareholder approval at the upcoming annual general meeting (AGM), the suggested modifications indicate a major transformative shift towards streamlining the company’s activities and practices, in order to make them more efficient and technology-driven. Adapting to enable digital participation The revised set of articles introduces provisions for...
Venezuelan policy revision opens bauxite and critical minerals mining to foreign capital
In an effort to attract foreign and private investment, Venezuela has approved new mining legislation. The reform has repealed mining laws from 1999 and 2015, allowing for broader participation in the extraction of gold and critical minerals such as bauxite and coltan. It is part of a wider strategy to stabilise the economy and unlock the country’s vast natural resource base. Explore- Most accurate data to drive business decisions with Global ALuminium Industry Outlook 2026 across the value chain The newly approved legislation, passed unanimously by the National Assembly, marks a transition from a state-dominated framework to a more open, investment-friendly regime. It allows domestic and international companies, including private and state-owned entities, to participate in mining...
Strained aluminium supply exposes Sri Lanka’s construction sector to an uncertain future
Sri Lanka’s construction sector, heavily dependent on aluminium, is hanging by the thread of uncertainty. Roughly 28,000 tonnes of aluminium is used in the construction sector of the nation. The two-week ceasefire in the Middle East conflict led to the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, only to be closed soon after. With no domestic production of aluminium and full reliance on imports, the future of the Sri Lankan construction industry remains foggy. Explore- Most accurate data to drive business decisions with Global ALuminium Industry Outlook 2026 across the value chain According to the report of the Department of Census and Statistics, Sri Lanka, combining the GDP contributed by the construction sector throughout the four quarters to the Sri Lankan economy stood around LKR 963.94...
GMG’s graphene aluminium-ion battery: A breakthrough in ultra-fast charging performance
Graphene Manufacturing (GMG) has reported a notable improvement in the performance of its Graphene Aluminium-Ion Battery technology (G+A CELLS), being developed in collaboration with the University of Queensland. Working under a Joint Development Agreement with one of the globally leading metals and mining companies, Rio Tinto , the project highlights progress toward next-generation fast charging energy storage solutions. Explore- Most accurate data to drive business decisions with Global ALuminium Industry Outlook 2026 across the value chain The latest development records the enhancement of energy density under rapid charging conditions, as the company indicates that performance levels during six-minute charging cycles have considerably improved over its previously established...
LME aluminium cools after record surge; cash eases to $3581/t as stocks continue to decline
After remaining above USD 3,600 per tonne for two sessions, LME aluminium prices dropped below the all-time high mark on the April 15 session. Explore- Most accurate data to drive business decisions with Global ALuminium Industry Outlook 2026 across the value chain The LME aluminium cash bid as well as offer price eased 1.21 per cent day-on-day on April 15. While the bid went down from USD 3,624 per tonne to USD 3,580 per tonne, the offer shifted from USD 3,625 per tonne to USD 3,581. On April 15, the LME aluminium 3-month bid price remained stable as that on April 14 , at USD 3,565 per tonne. The offer price recorded a slight decline of 0.01 per cent, moving from USD 3,566 per tonne to 3565.50 per tonne. Don't miss out- Buyers are looking for your products on our B2B platform Unlike the...
Vietnam-China partnership aimed to solidify cross-border aluminium value chain
China’s Yunnan Province and Vietnam are joining in an economic collaboration, opening avenues for building an integrated, cross-border aluminium industrial chain. Anchored in the Red River basin’s 7+8 cooperation mechanism, the partnership is increasingly shifting from conventional trade to high-value industrial cooperation. Explore- Most accurate data to drive business decisions with Global ALuminium Industry Outlook 2026 across the value chain Under the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership, Yunnan-Vietnam ties are moving beyond border trade towards deeper industrial and service cooperation, which is considered an essential transition for long-term sustainability. Speaking at the China-Vietnam Import-Export Business Networking Conference, Deputy Director at Vietnam’s Trade Promotion...
Sharp Q2 price hike by China Northern Rare Earth reshapes cost outlook for miners
China Northern Rare Earth Group has raised its benchmark price for rare earth concentrate in the second quarter (Q2) of 2026, indicating a notable shift in cost dynamics for upstream producers. The new benchmark stands at RMB 38,804 per tonne (approximately USD 5,390) for the material containing 50 per cent rare earth oxide (REO). Explore- Most accurate data to drive business decisions with Global ALuminium Industry Outlook 2026 across the value chain Sulphuric acid, used in the leaching and separating of rare earth elements, has turned into a bottleneck. China’s plan to restrict sulphuric acid exports from May is expected to further tighten availability in global markets. The price revision represents a staggering increase of 44.6 per cent compared to the previous quarter and is more...
EGA announces force majeure on aluminium deliveries as operations halt at world’s largest smelter
The top aluminium producer of the Middle East, Emirates Global Aluminium (EGA), has invoked force majeure clauses for the partial suspension of deliveries due to the damage sustained by its Al Taweelah smelter in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) from the Iranian drone and missile attacks . Explore- Most accurate data to drive business decisions with Global ALuminium Industry Outlook 2026 across the value chain The attacks were launched on March 28, 2026, that hit the smelter of Aluminium Bahrain and that of EGA, causing “significant damages” and resulting in operational halt at the world’s largest facility that produced of 1.6 million tonnes as of 2025. EGA did not immediately release any other statement on the matter. Supply chain disruption has begun since the closure of the Strait of...
Rare earth magnet demand set to rise 30% by 2030 as EV adoption accelerates
Global demand for rare earth magnets is poised for strong growth, driven by rapid electrification and clean energy expansion. According to the latest report by the International Energy Agency (IEA), “Rare Earth Elements: Pathways to Secure and Diversified Supply Chains,” having doubled since 2015, demand for rare earth magnets under current policies is expected to rise by 30 per cent by 2030. Explore- Most accurate data to drive business decisions with Global ALuminium Industry Outlook 2026 across the value chain Permanent magnets are increasingly gaining prominence as the most critical application for rare earth elements, covering almost 95 per cent of total consumption by value. The IEA report regards the increased use of permanent magnets in electric vehicles (EVs), advanced industrial...
LME aluminium price and stocks continue to sledge downwards; future contracts rise nearly 1%
The London Metal Exchange (LME) aluminium prices continued to edge downwards on April 9. As cash prices and near-term contracts eased, the longer-dated contracts improved considerably. Stocks kept sliding down, indicating a continued high demand and supply pressure. Explore- Most accurate data to drive business decisions with Global ALuminium Industry Outlook 2026 across the value chain On April 9, LME aluminium cash bid price stood at USD 3494 per tonne, reflecting a 0.71 per cent decline from USD 3519 per tonne on April 8 . The cash offer price settled at USD 3494.5 per tonne, down 0.72 per cent from USD 3520 per tonne on the previous close. The LME aluminium 3-month bid as well as offer prices marked a decline of 0.23 per cent. The bid dropped from USD 3,463 per tonne on April 8 to USD...
Tecnoglass lowers 2026 outlook as US aluminium tariffs weigh down on price margins
Colombia-headquartered Tecnoglass Incorporated, manufacturer of architectural glass, windows and associated aluminium products, has revised its full-year 2026 profit outlook downward, citing the impact of newly implemented US tariffs on aluminium window imports. Explore- Most accurate data to drive business decisions with Global ALuminium Industry Outlook 2026 across the value chain Reduced from USD 259 million recorded over the last twelve months through Q4 2025, the extruded aluminium products manufacturer now expects its adjusted EBITDA to reach around 225 million to USD 245 million, with a midpoint of USD 235 million. Tariff impact drives earnings revision The updated guidance reflects a USD 50 million net impact compared to the company’s earlier forecast. The adjustment has come...
Aluminium beverage can sector to receive a boost with AMP’s Bonn laboratory
Ardagh Metal Packaging-Europe (AMP-Europe) has opened a new high-functioning laboratory in Bonn, Germany. This development sets a cornerstone to solidify the customer segment, market support and also the future of the aluminium beverage can industry with potential investments. The plant is designed to monitor food legal compliance, improve end-to-end technical services to customers and production units. Explore- Most accurate data to drive business decisions with Global ALuminium Industry Outlook 2026 across the value chain Initiated in October 2025, the project had a detailed plan and infrastructure setup carried out to ensure a smooth transition. Operations were not interrupted while relocating to the new facility, allowing AMP to provide continued and seamless services to its customer...
RUSAL to divert aluminium from China to Japan as premiums surge amid Gulf supply crunch
Russia-based RUSAL, a leading global aluminium producer, is planning to divert a part of its aluminium shipments originally intended for China to Japan and other Asian customer bases, as reported by Reuters. The update is revealed by the sources amid the ongoing geopolitical tensions that are actively redrawing the trade supply chain map and contributing to the skyrocketing premiums. Explore- Most accurate data to drive business decisions with Global ALuminium Industry Outlook 2026 across the value chain Aluminium premiums surge and outlook revision by eminent organisations like Goldman Sachs indicate a massive supply crunch and shifting trade flows due to the Middle East conflict, which led to the closure of a key global trade corridor, i.e., the Strait of Hormuz. The criticalities were...
RITES secures INR 1.19 billion from NALCO railway siding project boost
Rail India Technical and Economic Service (RITES) Limited, under the Ministry of Railways of India, has received a remarkable increase in contract value for its ongoing railway siding consultancy project in collaboration with National Aluminium Company Limited (NALCO), solidifying its standing in the mining infrastructure development of India. Explore- Most accurate data to drive business decisions with Global ALuminium Industry Outlook 2026 across the value chain The revised order has raised the total project value to INR 1.19 billion (USD 12.84 billion), indicating s scope for expansion while reinforcing the long-standing partnership between the two public sector enterprises. Initially, the project that had been awarded INR 797.3 million (USD 8.59 million) on March 31, 2021, has now...
