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Stellantis’ U-turn alarms Canada’s auto industry
Stellantis’ decision to abandon plans for its Brampton, Ontario, plant has fuelled speculation that US pressure is undermining Canada’s auto sector. It also raises questions about whether Canada’s involvement is to safeguard its third-largest export. The automaker, parent of Chrysler, announced it will redirect USD 13 billion into US-based production. That includes a USD 600 million overhaul of an Illinois facility to build the Jeep Compass (and Cherokee) domestically instead of in Canada or Mexico. Image for referential purposes only (source: https://www.chrysler-factory-warranty.com/) Also read: China’s electric vehicle boom powers its fight against pollution and climate change Although Stellantis told Ontario’s Premier Doug Ford it would keep the Brampton plant open, the firm has yet...
Aluminium: The overlooked treasure in Ireland’s e-waste
Ireland is sitting on a hidden trove of resources - the critical raw materials locked inside old appliances. New data from the waste management service firm WEEE Ireland (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Ireland) shows a striking gap between what people recycle and what they truly understand about resource recovery. “We’re urging everyone – if it’s old, broken or obsolete, recycle it,” said Leo Donovan, Chief Executive of WEEE Ireland. A “blind spot” in recycling awareness Eight in 10 Irish adults say they recycle their e-waste. Yet, only half recognise that their old devices contain critical raw materials essential for renewable energy systems. Among younger adults (18-24), awareness rises to 60 per cent. This gap reveals what WEEE Ireland calls a “major blind spot” that could...
Dudley’s Aluminium strengthens team with new recruits to support growth plan
Cardiff-based fabricator Dudley’s Aluminium has recently added four new team members as part of its expansion plans. The appointments are a part of the company’s growth curve in recent years and also highlight how they are prepping for the major projects in 2026 and beyond. Key appointments in diverse roles Steven Fry, Paul Hale, Wayne Williams, and Steve Lewis have joined Dudley’s Aluminium’s newly formed departments, including Design, Financial Estimation, and Installation. The company’s headcount has leapt from 54 last year to 63 in 2025. With more than 40 years of experience in the domain of construction design and 15 years specifically in glazing and facade design, Fry’s joining certainly strengthens Dudley’s design capabilities and ensures high-quality project delivery in the...
MECL begins ground exploration for bauxite in Kutch
Mineral Exploration & Consultancy Limited (MECL) has lately started with exploratory drilling for bauxite and other minerals in the Dhrang Block of Kutch District, Gujarat. This initiative is part of the Baghewala Project, which is also supported by the National Mineral Exploration Trust (NMET) and is aimed at strengthening India’s mineral mapping and resource development efforts. The exploration is a crucial move to figure out Kutch’s potential in bauxite reserves , which might support aluminium production in the country. Alongside this, the exploration will also examine traces of other minerals found in the same belt, helping geologists build a fuller picture of the area’s overall mineral profile and long-term potential. Scientific exploration to support future developments According to...
Aluminium prices fall amid US-China trade uncertainty
Aluminium markets were cautious this week, with renewed trade concerns between the US and China weighing on sentiment. Financial research firm Kedia Advisory reported aluminium settling down by 0.21 per cent at INR 263.6 (USD 3), reflecting investor unease over global demand trends. Output caps and trade diplomacy Markets grew jittery after the US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent confirmed President Trump’s upcoming meeting with Chinese leader Xi Jinping in late October. The timing adds uncertainty just as China trimmed its base metals output growth target from 5 per cent to 1.5 per cent annually for 2025–2026. Beijing’s move aligns with its 45 million tonne aluminium production cap, an effort to curb deflationary pressures. This change indicates a tighter supply context but is...
Trade numbers reveal — Iron ore’s dominance fades as bauxite surges
Iron ore has long dominated the dry bulk shipping market, but its supremacy has recently begun to fade. According to new figures from Ursa Shipbrokers in Greece, based on AXSMarine vessel-movement data, iron ore’s share of global dry bulk tonne-miles slipped from 41.5 per cent in 2015 to 36.2 per cent in 2024 and now stands at around 37.1 per cent so far in 2025. Bauxite’s breakout moment Bauxite, a key raw material for aluminium production, has climbed from just 2 per cent of global tonne-miles in 2015 to 8.4 per cent in 2025. The surge represents both the rapid expansion of alumina refineries in China and the explosive growth in long-haul exports from Guinea , now a central hub in the world’s bauxite trade. According to the International Aluminium Institute data, China produced 43.4...
MIT develops high-strength aluminium alloy, 5x stronger for AM production
Researchers at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology have created an aluminium alloy that is five times stronger than standard aluminium as well as suitable for Additive Manufacturing (AM), and this could change the way high-performance metals are manufactured. This new aluminium alloy may transform industries such as aerospace, automotive and energy. Alloy designed through machine learning The research team combined aluminium with other elements using advanced simulations and machine learning. Instead of testing over one million possible material combinations, they needed to evaluate only forty compositions before identifying their ideal mix, the report states. When the material was additively manufactured and tested, it showed strength levels on par with the strongest aluminium...
ABx Group achieves 98 per cent rare earth retention in Deep Leads processing programme
ABx Group, an Australian exploration and critical mineral production firm, has reported a breakthrough in its rare earth processing at the Deep Leads Project in northern Tasmania. The company achieved over 98 per cent of rare earths during its impurity removal tests - a major step towards establishing a commercially viable mixed rare earth carbonate (MREC) product. Identifying the ‘sweet spot’ A critical ‘sweet spot’ at around pH 6 was identified, where aluminium, a key impurity, was successfully removed without compromising rare earth retention. Tests were conducted by the Australian Nuclear Science and Technology Organisation (ANSTO) on rare-earth-enriched leach solutions produced from fresh sub-samples of a 100 kg bulk sample. The company noted that the combination of high extractions...
Kaiser Aluminium declares a quarterly $0.77 per share dividend
According to the latest announcement by Kaiser Aluminium Corporation, a quarterly cash dividend of USD 0.77 per share will be paid to the company’s shareholders on November 14, 2025. However, this payout will be received exclusively by the select shareholders who are listed in the company’s records by October 24, 2025. This dividend, roughly amounting to 3.86 per cent, will continue Kaiser’s almost two-decade tradition of rewarding investors with good returns. Kaiser Aluminium reflects strength and stability Started in 1946, Kaiser Aluminium has now become one of the leading producers of semi-fabricated aluminium products in North America. The company serves a wide range of industries, starting from aerospace and automotive to engineering, packaging, and several niche industrial segments....
EnerMech obtains maintenance contract at South32’s Worsley alumina refinery
South32, an Australian mining and metals company headquartered in Perth, Western Australia, has given a maintenance contract to EnerMech for its Alumina Worsley refinery. The three-year agreement with the company is for EnerMech to be looking after the overall maintenance, including inspection, non-destructive testing (NDT), rope access and insulation services and safety checks at the Worsley Alumina refinery, Australia. Charles ‘Chuck’ Davison Jr., CEO of EnerMech, said: “This new three-year minimum award reflects the strength of our long-standing partnership with South32 and our commitment to delivering safe, efficient and high-quality maintenance services. Having worked alongside South32 at Worsley for a number of years, we understand the critical importance of reliability and...
Solex Energy signs MoU worth $61M with Zelestra Group for high-precision solar modules
Solex Energy signs MoU worth $61M with Zelestra Group for high-precision solar modules Gujarat-based solar manufacturer Solex Energy has recently signed a new contract valued at approximately USD 61.3 million. The deal involves supplying high-end solar modules to Zelestra Group, a renewable energy developer based in Spain. According to sources, deliveries for the project are expected to take place between February and November 2026. High-efficiency modules for international projects According to the new contract, Solex will deliver N-Type TOPCon 615/620Wp glass-to-glass (G12R) modules to the Zelestra Group. The new product is the outcome of Solex Energy’s unwavering focus on high-precision, reliable solar technology. These modules are beautifully crafted for large-scale renewable energy...
Nupur Extrusion to start operation at Tycod Autotech, Haryana
Nupur Recycling Ltd, New Delhi, has announced to start its operation in Tycod Autotech Pvt. Ltd in Haryana next month. The company's emphasis on metal scrap processing and the manufacture of aluminium extrusion products has acquired the plant for INR 240 million (USD 2.7 million). The expansion would help the company to meet the increasing demand for extrusion products due to its strategic location. Located near Delhi-NCR and Maruti Suzuki's Kharkhoda facility, this new plant would benefit from the road connectivity in the area, along with a huge supply of skilled labour and an effective logistics network. This deal, with an investment of INR 200 million to 250 million (USD 2.26 million-2.82 million) , is expected to produce 5,000 to 6,000 tonnes of extrusion products per year. This deal...
Serentica Renewables to develop 170 MW clean energy facility for MRF
As India accelerates its transition to clean energy, Serentica Renewables and MRF Limited have joined forces to develop a major hybrid renewable energy facility. The 170-MW hybrid renewable energy facility will supply green power directly to MRF Limited, a tyre-making firm. The project will combine solar and wind energy and supply power to MRF’s manufacturing facilities nationwide via India’s interstate grid. Captive power model with shared ownership A dedicated entity has been formed, with MRF taking a 26 per cent stake, while Serentica retains the majority. This is consistent with India's captive power policy, which gives industrial players greater flexibility in terms of energy prices and carbon mitigation measures. The long-term Power Delivery Agreement (PDA) will create a reliable...
Đức Giang Chemicals signs investment deal for integrated bauxite processing complex in Lam Dong
Vietnamese publicly listed company Đức Giang Chemicals Group has taken a major step to expand the country’s aluminium value chain footprint. On October 12 2025, the company signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) during the Lam Dong Province Investment Promotion Conference in Da Lat. The agreement, signed with the provincial government, aims to study, survey and propose an integrated aluminium complex in the region. A major industrial push The proposed complex aims to build a fully integrated production chain, from raw bauxite ore to finished aluminium ingots. The project is designed to process 2 million tonnes of alumina annually, producing 500,000 tonnes of aluminium. Estimated yearly revenue stands at VND 37,000 billion (USD 1.406 billion), with a total capital investment of around...
Shyam Metalics reports mixed performance within the aluminium foil segment
Shyam Metalics mainly deals in various aluminium products, including aluminium foils used in packaging, electronics and in various other end products. The data of Q2 FY26 for the company shows varied performance for its products. Among all other products, the overall performance of the company in average realisation for Aluminium Foil products has increased by 6.18 per cent. In Q2 FY26, Shyam Metalics have produced 5,274tonnes of aluminium foil, which has decreased from the previous Q1 FY26, which was 5,440 tonnes. Thus, it has decreased to about 3.05 per cent in this quarter. Although the quantity produced has decreased, the revenue has shown an increase in realisation. In Q1 FY26, the Avg. Realisation is INR 3,88,570 per tonne ( USD 4,376.54 per tonne). In comparison to it in Q1 FY26,...
BALCO begins production at India's largest smelter, entering the million-tonne league
Vedanta Aluminium’s subsidiary firm Bharat Aluminium Company Limited (BALCO) has achieved a major milestone with the first metal output from India’s most advanced 525 kilo-ampere (kA) smelter. This is quite a strategic drive that makes BALCO’s goal of producing one million tonnes of metal a reality. With this move, the company is strengthening its position to become a pioneer in the premises of India’s aluminium industry. The new smelter, stationed at Korba, Chhattisgarh, can effortlessly surpass the production capability of the country’s biggest smelter so far,which used an electrical amperage capacity of 378 kA. This is not only a scale-up in the world of metal production but also a smart leap towards energy efficiency in aluminium production. With the commissioning of the 0.435 MTPA...
NTPC–Gujarat MoU signals stronger push toward India’s clean energy transition
NTPC Limited, India's largest integrated power utility company, has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the Gujarat government to explore opportunities across conventional and non-conventional energy sectors. The agreement reinforces the shared commitment of the state and central governments to accelerate India’s clean energy transition while maintaining energy security. Image source: https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/ Also read: HCC wins USD 24.4 million fabrication contract from Hindalco MoU highlights a long-term energy vision The Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was exchanged during the Vibrant Gujarat Regional Conference held in Mehsana. It took place in the presence of Chief Minister Bhupendrabhai Patel, Union Minister of New & Renewable Energy Pralhad...
Camalco to invest $446M in rail equipment while seeking 40% Camrail stake
Canyon Resources, an Australian junior miner, is ramping up its ambitions in Cameroon with a major logistics play that could reshape the country’s bauxite landscape. Through its local arm Camalco, the miner plans a USD 446 million (XAF 252.6 billion) investment to fast-track the development of the Minim Martap deposit in Adamaoua. Image for referential purposes only (Source: https://www.sinfin.net/) Also read: Indonesia's bauxite gambit: How a mining policy U-turn aims to control a booming sector In a joint statement on 6 October 2025, Camalco and Camrail confirmed that 70 per cent of the total investment (XAF 176.8 billion) will be allocated to rail equipment. This includes 22 diesel locomotives from CRRC and 560 open wagons from Texmaco Rail & Engineering. “To support an annual...
