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Alba chooses Egypt for its first alumina refinery; here’s an explanation to why Egypt
Egypt is in the forefront with a new strategic partnership embarked on to develop an alumina refinery. As of September 3, 2025, Aluminium Bahrain (Alba), a manufacturer and distributor of aluminium and its related products, has officially, in the presence of HRH the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, signed a non-binding Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Metallurgical Industries Holding Co., a company that operates through its subsidiaries to produce aluminium and other metals. The MoU has been signed to explore and get into a collaborative relationship that will provide the opportunity to develop an alumina refinery in Egypt in accordance with an offtake agreement and equity participation. His Excellency Shaikh Salman bin Khalifa AL Khalifa, the Minister of Finance and National...
Steel town summit urges transport sector to choose Canadian steel & aluminium
In a series of recent events, Steel Town Summit, a Canadian summit taking place in Hamilton, is urging the transportation industry to make use of domestically produced aluminium and steel in its upcoming projects, amidst the rising US tariffs rolled out by the Trump administration. During the challenging times for the industry, Canada's "steel town" is holding a summit which brings together transportation companies, government officials, and union representatives to promote the use of Canadian steel and aluminium in future projects. About the summit According to the statement issued by Transport Canada, the "Made in Canada: Ferries and Rail Summit", organised by Transport Minister Chrystia Freeland in Hamilton, Ontario, was designed to support the Canadian transportation infrastructure by...
Calix partners with aluminium leader to advance zero-emissions alumina
Calix Limited, an Australian company providing environmental technology solutions for industrial decarbonisation, has executed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with a leading aluminium company to co-develop its Zero Emissions Alumina (ZEAL) technology. Also, the firm has executed an agreement with the same partner to implement a pilot-scale material testing program and a pre-Front End Engineering Design (pre-FEED) study. As per the agreements, the Australia-based company will carry out the material testing program at its Technology Centre in Bacchus Marsh, Victoria, with the purpose of proving the viability of its ZEAL technology for the production of smelter-grade alumina from the feedstock of the Alumina Company. It will further retain complete ownership of all intellectual property...
LME aluminium offer price gains $2.5/t; stocks down 1,450t
LME aluminium prices on September 2 reflected only marginal shifts across cash, 3-month and forward contracts, while stocks saw a modest decline. The LME aluminium cash bid price, on September 2, was recorded at USD 2,614 per tonne, up from USD 2,612 per tonne, replicating a difference of USD 2 per tonne or 0.07 per cent from the previous day. Simultaneously, LME aluminium offer price on the same day was seen at USD 2,615 per tonne, up from USD 2,612.5 per tonne, showing a difference of USD 2.5 per tonne or 0.09 per cent from the prior day. On the same day, 3-month bid price registered at USD 2,611 per tonne, which on the day before was seen at USD 2,609 per tonne, resulting in a total difference of USD 2 per tonne or 0.07 per cent. At the same time span, the 3-month offer price also...
NALCO surges 3.03% as strong revenue and net profit drive market momentum
National Aluminium Company (NALCO), an Indian government-owned company that mines bauxite, refines it into alumina and produces aluminium, experienced a notable surge in its stock price on September 2, 2025, along with the high trading volume and outstanding financial growth. NALCO's stock climbed 3.03 per cent during the Tuesday session, closing at INR 197.60 (USD 2.25). The counter experienced atypically high trading volumes, with a sharp increase in volume along with the price changes. It saw a significant increase in open interest today, indicating a greater involvement from the market. Open interest increased to 27,184 contracts from 24,219 or an increase of 2,965 contracts, or 12.24 per cent. Trading volume was very active, with 32,798 contracts traded during the session. Moreover,...
Canyon Resources discloses first shipment of Minim Martap bauxite project scheduled in 2026
Canyon Resources has confirmed the significant economic potential of its Minim Martap bauxite project in Cameroon, after completing a definitive feasibility study (DFS). The Australian miner has also begun early works on the project, which started in July. The definitive feasibility study (DFS) outlines a Stage 1 capital expenditure of USD 96 million, with a pre-tax net present value of USD 835 million and a pre-tax internal rate of return of 29 per cent. Production & shipment capacity The firm is currently aiming for first ore production in the first quarter of next year, with the first bauxite shipments expected in the first half. Stage 1 of the project is designed for 1.2 million tonnes of annual capacity, with the possibility of expanding to a yearly capacity of 2.1 million tonnes...
Bridgnorth Aluminium champions critical metal status with UK recruitment drive
With the motive to drive aluminium's role as the champion among the critical materials, used in various vital sectors, Bridgnorth Aluminium, Britain's fully integrated producer of flat rolled aluminium coils, is currently looking for candidates to fill 10 positions in the expansive site in Bridgnorth. This recruitment drive will be conducted at the event set to take place in September. Sectors, likely aerospace, automotive, energy generation and defence, have been using aluminium as one of the key metals in their production process , but the spotlight upon it is not as much as steel. By considering that, the firm is aiming to provide the material the same spotlight with a special focus on its recyclability feature and its role within the circular economy. This is more so because earlier...
Canyon Resources confirms positive valuation & production ramp-up at Minim Martap
A key announcement has been made by one of the biggest mining companies of Australia, Canyon Resources Limited, a bauxite development and exploration company, regarding the results of a definitive Feasibility Study alongside an upgrade in the ore reserves for the ongoing Minim Martap bauxite project, with the status being at a tier-one operation. The company, in relation to the Minim Martap bauxite project, is set to boost the total present net value of USD 835 million with the internal return estimated to be 29 per cent, reflecting a crucial increase in ore reserves. In addition, Canyon is under the plan to begin production of the Minim Martap bauxite project in the first half of 2026. For commencing the project, the firm shall leverage existing rail and port infrastructure with the...
Zhongfu Industrial aluminium Q2 profits surge as electrolytic capacity rises and alumina costs drop
On August 31, 2025, Zhongfu Industrial, an international high-end aluminium alloy new material enterprise, announced its performance for the first half of 2025, showing mixed results on a year-on-year basis. A significant fluctuation occurred due to the weakened alumina price , while the electrolytic aluminium equity production capacity increased sharply in the second quarter. The company's revenue in the first half of 2025 was recorded at RMB 10.57 billion (USD 1.48 billion), attributing to a year-on-year dip of 3.8 per cent. Net attributable profit stood at RMB 0.71 billion (USD 99.6 million), which inched higher year-on-year by 59.6 per cent. The non-attributable net profit also inched up to RMB 0.65 million (USD 91,000), showing a 52.5 per cent gain year-on-year. Focus: Second quarter...
LME aluminium cash offer price rises to $2621/t amidst steady market gains
The LME aluminium price movement on Friday, August 29 showed an upward movement from the previous day, reflecting a steady market performance. As per the data, the LME aluminium cash bid price stood at USD 2,620 per tonne, and the LME aluminium cash offer price stood at USD 2621 per tonne. On the previous day, both the prices had closed at USD 2,614 per tonne and USD 2,615 per tonne. Comparing the two days, both LME aluminium cash bid price and LME aluminium official settlement price had gained USD 6 per tonne or 0.22 per cent. On the same day, both 3-month bid price and 3-month offer price settled at USD 2,615 per tonne, and USD 2615.5 per tonne compared to USD 2609.5 per tonne and USD 2610 per tonne the previous day. In a single day, the LME aluminium 3-month cash bid price and LME...
Metro Mining posts record H1 2025 turnaround
Metro Mining, an Australian mining and exploration company, has shown a strong turnaround for the first half of 2025, ending on June 30. The report directly reflects the company's expansion at the Bauxite Hills operation, where the shipment record rose to 1.9 million wet tonnes. The firm's earnings before interest, tax, depreciation and amortisation totalled AUD 23 million (USD 15.04 million), representing an improvement of 248 per cent if compared with the previous year's same period, which projected a loss of AUD 15.5 million (USD 10.14 million). Concerning the balance sheet, the firm books impairment reversal worth AUD 47.7 million (USD 31.2 million) along with the recognised gross tax loss of AUD 204.5 million (USD 133.7 million). A gain of AUD 33.2 million (USD 21.7 million),...
Aughinish alumina plant's 13 cargo ships face detentions over safety lapses
A recent controversy has emerged for thirteen cargo ships of the Aughinish Alumina plant, Europe's largest alumina refinery owned by Rusal, serving the aluminium oxide refinery in Co. Limerick. These thirteen cargo ships have been detained by the Irish authorities in recent years, which is more than any other port in the State. On the grounds of defective rising safety concerns, lack of proper training and poor crew condition, these thirteen cargo ships of the Aughinish Alumina plant have been detained. Moreover, the majority of the cargo detention by the Irish authorities, taking place since 2020, has emerged from the Aughinish port out of 28 total official ports within the State. Cargoes which are docked at the Aughinish Port mainly serve the Aughinish alumina plant, which is deemed to...
NALCO to join Coal India and National Thermal Power Corporation (NTPC), ramping up expansion projects
National Aluminium Company, India's leading aluminium producing company, had announced on August 28, about it joining hands with Coal India, a state-owned company responsible for exploration, mining and supply of coal in India and National Thermal Power Corporation (NTPC), one of India's leading power generation company, for setting up the proposed INR 12,000 crore (USD 1.44 billion) power plant in Odisha, India. The announcement of the joint venture has led to a positive jump in NALCO's stock. Recently, the aluminium producing company has unveiled its expansion plan to capitalise on the rising demand for aluminium and is focused on adding 1 million tonnes of alumina refinery by June 2026. Alongside this, the firm is also focused on developing a 0.5 million tonnes per annum smelter as...
Upstream Weekly: Aluminium on the Moon, China’s 86% import surge & US tariff shockwaves
The global aluminium industry is still changing on all fronts, including the primary aluminium, bauxite, and alumina markets, driven by shifting trade policies, production hurdles, and creative approaches to production. From India's Chandrayaan-3 mission revealing aluminium on the Moon, China's increasing primary aluminium imports to the strong price movements of the LME and SHFE contracts, opportunities and complexity abound. At the same time, the bauxite and alumina markets were subject to environmental impact assessments, production increases, and export bumps that are shaping global supply chains. Weekly Upstream Recap by AL Circle Pvt Ltd Regional update: Focus on primary aluminium India, with its Chandrayaan-3 mission, has marked a groundbreaking innovation on the Moon by detecting...
Recycling on the moon: NASA turns space waste into mission-critical resources
The chances of recycling garbage, nearly 384,000 kilometres away from Earth, into space can also create a great sustainability approach and is also an unavoidable task. NASA is undergoing preparation to make a long-term presence on the Moon with the support of the Artemis program, an agency that deals with similar challenges, which is managing waste sustainability. LunaRecycle Challenge, created by NASA, aiming to address the challenge of managing waste sustainability, is a USD 3 million initiative with a significant focus on developing systems helping the recycling mission directly on the Moon. Instead of bringing that trash back to Earth's surface, NASA plans to turn it into packaging, leftover experiment materials and worn textiles into beneficial resources. Being at the early stage,...
China Aluminum International posts interim 2025 results, market eyes stability
China Aluminum International Engineering Corporation Limited, a comprehensive service for aluminium and non-ferrous metal and allied industries, has announced its unaudited Interim Results for the first half of the 2025 on August 29. The audited result will be released in September 2025, which will be available on both the Hong Kong Exchanges and the company's websites. With the announcement made, the firm reflects on its core values and its ongoing commitment to maintain transparency and compliance with the listed regulations. This further enhances the resilience of the company, strengthening its position in the market, providing the stakeholders with healthy financial data and insights. By providing comprehensive solutions for the advanced metal technologies, sets of equipment and...
Nalco bets on value-added alumina, aluminium to capture surging demand
As of August 28, 2025, National Aluminium Company Limited (NALCO), a leading manufacturer of alumina and aluminium in India, has announced its plan to increase the production level of special-grade, value-added and fused alumina . Alumina is currently in high demand, especially for refractories and other areas. Currently, the alumina consumption is deemed to be nearly 4.5 to 5 million tonnes and NALCO expects the growth for alumina consumption in India to reach 8 million tonnes by 2030. For FY26, the firm has the capex plan to reach INR 1,700 crores (USD 204 million). With no plans for disinvestment in the present scenario, the company's CMD, BP Singh, has enunciated their strategy to expand its alumina refinery by 1 million tonne, which will be commissioned by June 2026. Furthermore, the...
Apple faces German court block on ‘CO2-neutral product’ Watch claims
Apple, an American multinational corporation and technology company, faces a clash with the German court verdict, opposing the brand from advertising its Watch as a "CO2-neutral product" in Germany on Tuesday. This verdict was upheld after a series of complaints from various environmentalists, in the name of providing misleading information to consumers. Recently, as attributed in a statement from the regional court in Frankfurt, the American tech company promoted its latest Apple Watch online as "our first CO2-neutral product", claimed by an unfounded panel of judges, which further violates the German competition law. By referring to the court's ruling, a spokesperson from Apple commented, "broadly upheld our rigorous approach to carbon neutrality" and further declined to give any...
