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Oricon Enterprises shares update: Sale of assets at aluminium tube manufacturing unit
Oricon Enterprises Limited has notified stock exchanges about sanctioning the sale of assets in its aluminium collapsible tube manufacturing facility in Maharashtra. The process of ratifying the manufacturing facility sale was carried out with adherence to Regulation 30 and Schedule III of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015. Image for referential purposes only Explore- Most accurate data to drive business decisions with 50+ reports across the value chain The Board of Directors made the decision at the board meeting held on December 29, 2025, from 3:15 PM to 3:50 PM. They reviewed and issued formal approval of the sale of assets belonging to the aluminium tube manufacturing unit situated at Plot No. A-2/9, MIDC Murbad, Thane district, Maharashtra....
Essentiality of aluminium and other critical minerals in the metals age
The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) has updated the critical minerals list, which now contains 60 distinct materials, representing 80 per cent of the mined items on the periodic table. Some of these include nickel, copper and zinc. Exotic metals like gadolinium, praseodymium, and ytterbium have been added under the rare earth elements. Recognised as “vital for a modern American economy,” the spectrum of metals bears the potential to revolutionise their use. Image for representational purposes only Explore- Most accurate data to drive business decisions with 50+ reports across the value chain The USGS comments that from aluminium to zirconium, these metals are found "essential for national security, economic stability and supply chain resilience." This reflects a subtle shift from the...
RUSAL: the En+ KraMZ collaboration and other landmarks throughout 2025
As 2025 is about to wind up, United Company RUSAL secures an extension of the sales agreement with the En+ associate KraMZ Ltd. The global aluminium producer, RUSAL, has achieved milestones, securing several partnerships as well as shareholding throughout the year. These endeavours, despite geopolitical challenges and tariff obstacles, were achieved and have been marked throughout the 2025 calendar. Image for referential purposes only Explore- Most accurate data to drive business decisions with 50+ reports across the value chain En+ associate KraMZ Ltd to continue the RUSAL partnership United Company RUSAL has extended an existing aluminium sales contract with En+ associate KraMZ Ltd in 2026. Under this agreement, RUSAL’s subsidiary JSC UC RUSAL TH is to supply primary aluminium of...
KDSBuilding’s new aluminium door comes with style while adhering to standards
Xiamen KDSBUILDING Material Co., Ltd, a China-based fenestration manufacturer, has announced its compliance with TITLE24 standards while launching new aluminium products. KDSBUILDING ensures the reliability of its aluminium fenestration systems, reinforced by strict, performance-driven regulatory standards. They aim to reduce energy consumption in construction and renovation projects. Image source: https://hansekitchen.en.made- in-china.com/ Explore- Most accurate data to drive business decisions with 50+ reports across the value chain Adherence to the California Energy Code or TITLE24 is a widely regarded benchmark of exceptional energy efficiency. It offers products a strong edge for competitiveness in markets that opt for sustainability and prioritise reduced operating costs....
Afghanistan witnesses the first-ever aluminium can manufacturing plant launch
On December 25, the foundation stone for Afghanistan’s first aluminium can manufacturing facility was laid in the western province of Herat. It highlighted the government’s encouragement of private-sector development and reduced dependence on imports in key consumer goods sectors, promoting self-sufficiency. Image source: https://www.niir.org/ Explore- Most accurate data to drive business decisions with 50+ reports across the value chain Taliban authorities inaugurated the USD 120 million project in Herat, regarding it as the country’s first such plant. The foundation stone of the “Pamir” aluminium can production company was laid by Mullah Abdul Ghani Baradar, Deputy Prime Minister for Economic Affairs. Previously, the Pakistan Aluminium Beverage Cans Limited (PABC) shared a plan to set...
BCA shares 2026 aluminium production outlook — a journey through ups and downs
According to BCA Research, aluminium prices are expected to remain comparatively firm in the near term, owing to the tight primary supply in China and the wide pricing difference between copper and aluminium. Image for representational purposes only Explore- Most accurate data to drive business decisions with 50+ reports across the value chain A key factor here is China’s primary aluminium production constraints. The country is approaching its annual cap of 45 million tonnes, a limit first implemented in 2017 and renewed under the 2025-2027 Action Plan. Roukaya Ibrahim, Chief Commodity Strategist at BCA, noted in simple terms, “Chinese primary aluminium production is close to its ceiling.” This marks the conclusion of an expansion of several decades that delivered over 80 per cent in...
Bauxite drives on the capesize demand, keeps the export ship afloat
Bauxite exports from Guinea have maintained a strong drive for the capesize market. Guinea is the largest exporter of bauxite, securing 69 per cent of global bauxite export, as of 2025. China, being its primary customer, dominates the market. Projections show a firm foothold of bauxite in the capesize market, moving well into the second quarter of 2026. Image for referential purposes only Explore- Most accurate data to drive business decisions with 50+ reports across the value chain In 2024, Guinea’s bauxite exports reached 145 million tonnes. The 2025 record shows a year-on-year growth with total shipments reaching 139.21 million tonnes by the end of September. That included 99.8 million tonnes in the first half and 39.41 million tonnes in the third quarter — about a 23 per cent increase...
Groundwater issues near Worsley bauxite mines reported – residents question South32
Farms near South32's Worsley bauxite mine in Western Australia reported a drastic change in their water flow and salinity levels. While some areas have dried up, others report a sudden rise in groundwater levels, resulting in waterlogging and land degradation. Some residents, including local farmer Russell Reynolds, hold South32's mining activity accountable for these hydrological problems. Image source: https://www.south32.net/ Explore- Most accurate data to drive business decisions with 50+ reports across the value chain Russell Reynolds's Complaints Reynolds’ farming property is situated between the Mount Saddleback mining area and the Hotham River, near Boddington. In his opinion, the water in his spring-fed dam has become undrinkable due to the high salinity levels. On the other...
Aluminium transforms the Indian job landscape as recruitments continue to climb uphill
The employment scenario in the Indian aluminium industry has witnessed a significant shift in recent times. As the country progresses towards fulfilling its vision of Viksit Bharat 2047, major Indian aluminium companies have generated employment opportunities that have reached rural areas, no longer restricted in urban communities. Rural India has been experiencing a metamorphosis, with industries emerging in resource-rich districts for all round socio-economic activity. Image for referential purposes only Explore- Most accurate data to drive business decisions with 50+ reports across the value chain Role of the Aluminium Sector Aluminium Association of India has cited estimates depicting the industry to have already generated over 800 thousand jobs and been supporting 4,000 SMEs in the...
US and Taiwan lock ‘arms’ agreement while China condemns and forewarns
The US State Department announced a vital defence agreement to Taiwan worth USD 11.1 billion. The arms deal was announced in a nationally televised press conference addressed by Donald Trump, President of the United States, on December 17. Upon completion, it would be the greatest sales package covering advanced equipment such as HIMARS and ATACMS, with a considerable amount of aluminium content in them, from the US to Taiwan, as well as plant a seed of doubt in the heart of China. Image for representational purposes only Explore- Most accurate data to drive business decisions with 50+ reports across the value chain Still awaiting approval from the US Congress, the contract was announced by the Defence Security Cooperation Agency, which handles the sales of US foreign military. The aim is...
Google’s big merger plan with Aluminium OS at the forefront
After years of trailing in the PC market, Google is gearing up for a grand comeback with the brand-new Android-based operating system. Rumoured to be named Aluminium OS, it is the outcome of merging its two platforms - Android OS and Chromebooks. Aluminium, which is used in the physical casting for many of Google’s devices, is now being incorporated into the internal codename for its next-gen OS. Not giving up to Microsoft and Apple dominance, Google is optimistic about the new OS, reportedly expected to launch in a few months, in 2026. Image for representational purposes only Explore- Most accurate data to drive business decisions with 50+ reports across the value chain Despite the dominance of Android OS in the smartphone sector, Google has lagged in the PC race, stuck in the 3 rd...
Europe seeks substitution as Mozal smelter pulls the plug
On December 16, South32 announced the shutdown of Mozambique’s Mozal aluminium smelter in 2026 due to the government’s failure to acquire a new power deal. Denting the global aluminium supply by pulling back its 560,000-tonne annual capacity, the smelter leaves Europe grasping for replacements. Image for referential purposes only Explore- Most accurate data to drive business decisions with 50+ reports across the value chain Trade Data Monitor reports that in the first 10 months of 2025, the smelter shipped the EU customers almost 430,000 tonnes, securing the top position in supplying almost 20 per cent of primary aluminium to the bloc. Internationale Nederlanden Groep (ING) had made a prior estimate of a 200,000-tonne deficit in the 2025 international aluminium market. As the shutdown is...
FACE answers JRC for Circular Economy Act – observes problems and offers solutions
The European Commission's Joint Research Centre (JRC) invited the Federation of Aluminium Consumers in Europe (FACE) to respond and offer clarifications prior to updating its June 2025 position paper on aluminium scrap. On December 12, FACE published a document based on a survey conducted across 7 value-chain companies. The questions addressed a vast spectrum of aluminium scrap in the European Union - starting from its availability, through circulation, to its quality. These are to be used in the preparation of the Circular Economy Act, with the primary focus remaining on aluminium in the sector of construction. Image for representational purposes only Explore- Most accurate data to drive business decisions with 50+ reports across the value chain The document highlights concerns regarding...
IB2 inaugurates state-of-the-art production factory: the fruit of a 10-month collaboration
IB2 has announced the formal inauguration of its very first large-scale aluminium production factory at Liulin, Shanxi, in China. This success is the result of IB2’s partnership with the Shanxi Senze Energy Technology Group. Image for representational purposes only Explore- Most accurate data to drive business decisions with 50+ reports across the value chain The construction and commissioning of the industrial unit began only 10 months ago and is now running at scale. Internationally, it is the first facility to implement a breakthrough technology that converts low-grade bauxite into high-quality feedstock and therefore can be applied in aluminium production. This innovation has the potential to not only revive exhausted bauxite mines but also enable rare earth and critical mineral...
CHALCO unwraps phase 2 of the 2021 restricted share incentive programme
Aluminum Corporation of China Limited has announced the release of a second unlocking period under the company’s 2021 Restricted Share Incentive Scheme. This milestone denotes a remarkable step in the equity incentive framework of Chinalco, which may considerably influence its operational plans and shareholder values through a better alignment of the interests of the participants with the long-term objectives of the company. Image source: https://www.chalco.com.cn/ Explore- Most accurate data to drive business decisions with 50+ reports across the value chain This outcome can be tallied with the nine-month financial results of CHALCO in 2025. Aluminum Corporation of China or Chinalco is the parent enterprise that has a controlling stake of approximately 35 to 36 per cent in Aluminum...
Scarce electricity and tariff pressure – what is the future of American aluminium?
The United States has been witnessing a collision between AI data storehouses and aluminium smelters, and a tug of war for electricity. All over the US, facilities are faced with electricity generation and transmission challenges. While choosing a customer to supply power, they are opting for the data centre as it can pay more with a rapid scale and also accept shorter terms. Consequently, aluminium smelting depends on a stable and affordable electricity supply. However, owing to the volatile and unstable flow of electricity (both conventional and renewable), aluminium has to bear the brunt of competitiveness erosion. Image for representational purposes only Explore- Most accurate data to drive business decisions with 50+ reports across the value chain Primary aluminium smelting is highly...
CHALCO to Yunnan Aluminum Foil – completion of capital agreement
Aluminum Corporation of China Limited (CHALCO) has made an announcement of completing contributions to Yunnan Aluminum Foil. Through its three subsidiaries, viz., Yunnan Aluminum, Chinalco High-end Manufacturing, and Kunming Copper, CHALCO’s investment totalled to a sum of RMB 906.45 million (USD 127.9 million), targeting the development of a stronger aluminium industrial chain. Image for representational purposes only Explore- Most accurate data to drive business decisions with 50+ reports across the value chain Pursuant to the signed agreement, the contributions from the three subsidiaries of CHALCO consisted of RMB 818 million (USD 115.4 million) in cash and RMB 88.45 million (USD 12.48 million) in assets, which covered buildings, land-use rights, and related liabilities. Yunnan...
SeAH Aerospace partners with Boeing to supply aluminium alloy from ’26
SeAH Aerospace Materials, a subsidiary of SeAH Besteel Holdings, has made an announcement of signing a long-term agreement with Boeing to provide high-strength aluminium alloy materials to the latter, the largest aircraft manufacturer in the world. Under the contract, starting from 2026, SeAH will be supplying Boeing with aluminium alloys that are employed in aircraft fuselages and wings. Image source: https://www.seahaerospace.com/ Explore- Most accurate data to drive business decisions with 50+ reports across the value chain The deal followed a direct agreement between Boeing and SeAH Aerospace last year, which highlighted the quality competitiveness of the latter and its ability to meet the rigorous standards of the aerospace industry, as well as the meticulous certification criteria...
