China exported 208,000 tonnes of aluminium flat-rolled products (FRP) to the United States in the first half of 2026, compared with 55,000 tonnes in the same period last year. This was an increase of 278.2 per cent, with plates, sheets and strip accounting for most of the growth. Exports of plates, sheets and strip (HS 7606) reached 184,000 tonnes in H1 2026, up from 33,000 tonnes a year earlier, an increase of 457.6 per cent. Shipments rose from 86,000 tonnes in Q1 to 98,000 tonnes in Q2, up 14 per cent. Compared with the 13,000 tonnes exported in Q2 2025, the latest figure was 653.8 per cent higher. Explore further insights and forecasts for the aluminium flat rolled products (FRP) market from our comprehensive report: Aluminium Flat Rolled Products: Insights & Forecast to 2030 In 2025,...
Kaiser Aluminum is seeing stronger demand across aerospace, defence, packaging and semiconductor-related markets, with customer bookings extending into 2027. However, the aluminium producer’s latest results highlight a challenge: converting rising shipments and record conversion revenue into stronger profitability as planned outages, lower scrap utilisation and startup costs weigh on margins. The company reported third-quarter 2026 shipments of 300 million pounds, up from 270 million pounds in the same period last year, while conversion revenue climbed 25 per cent year-on-year to a record USD 439 million from USD 351 million. Net sales reached USD 1.21 billion. Despite the growth, adjusted EBITDA increased by only USD 3 million year-on-year to USD 84 million. A USD 29 million unfavourable...
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High-rise façades, electric vehicles, electronics and solar installations all rely on aluminium extrusion, where heated billets are shaped into precise, high-strength profiles. Its lightweight, durable and adaptable nature makes it widely used, as industries continue to prioritise efficiency and performance. Global aluminium extrusion consumption reached 34.27 million tonnes in 2024 and is expected to grow to 35.25 million tonnes in 2025, an increase of 2.9 per cent. By 2026, usage is projected to reach 36.14 million tonnes, growing by another 2.5 per cent. Who is driving the demand? Construction continues to carry the bulk of the load. It consumed 18.57 million tonnes in 2024 and is expected to edge up to 18.98 million tonnes in 2025, with growth of about 2.53 per cent through 2026. That...
Shares of the Indian aluminium manufacturing company, Hindalco Industries Limited, rose by around 2 per cent in the Indian stock market, reflecting improved investor confidence in the company’s growth outlook. The development follows a positive update shared by Hindalco on March 16, whereby the Aditya Birla subsidiary denied the production halt of its aluminium extrusion segment . Explore- Most accurate data to drive business decisions with Global ALuminium Industry Outlook 2026 across the value chain The ongoing US-Israel and Iran conflict has disrupted supply and transit through the Strait of Hormuz, affecting 60 per cent of India's LPG imports, sourced through the Hormuz corridor. However, with the clarification regarding the production halt notice, Hindalco Industries shares have seen...
On March 16, Tianshan Aluminum Group Co., Ltd., a China-based aluminium sheet provider, experienced a drop in its stock price, sliding by 4.21 per cent to reach an intraday low of CNY 18.50 (USD 2.66). The decline is taking place against the backdrop of a wider market downturn, as the China Shanghai Composite index also fell by 0.82 per cent on the same day. Even with the current downturn, the aluminium sheet provider has been reflecting with positive performance metrics over different time periods. Must read: Key industry individuals share their thoughts on the trending topics Over the last year, the firm’s stock has shown a return of 98.3 per cent, which is deemed to far surpass the China Shanghai Composite, which only saw a 21.93 per cent increase. Year-to-date, the firm saw an...
On March 15, Sunday, Hindalco, the Indian aluminium manufacturing company and a subsidiary of the Aditya Birla Group, refused to the notice of its aluminium extruded production halt, which was surfaced on the same day. Before this revelation by the Indian aluminium firm, a notice was seen by Reuters and two other sources that it is halting its extruded aluminium output because of the current shortage of gas due to the ongoing supply disruption in the Middle East. On March 11, a notice by the Aditya Birla Group-owned metal producers declared that it is a "force majeure" for all its extruded aluminium customers due to the limited supply of gas. This product is in high demand for its effective use in electric vehicles, solar panels, electronics and especially in construction. However, in a...
Novelis has partnered with LINEAS to transport aluminium ingots, coils and scrap by rail between its European production sites. Explore- Most accurate data to drive business decisions with Global ALuminium Industry Outlook 2026 across the value chain Rail accounts for about 95 per cent of intercompany shipments between Novelis’ European facilities, making it the company’s primary mode of internal material transport. Roland Leder, Vice President of Supply Chain for Novelis Europe, said, “In total, Novelis, in cooperation with LINEAS, moves over 1,000 trains per year across the rail network in Germany, ensuring freight transport between the company’s European production sites.” “Compared to road transport, rail transport is estimated to save approximately 78 per cent of CO₂e emissions.”...
Constellium SE announced their approval of a new share repurchase programme of up to USD 300 million for its outstanding ordinary shares. The board of directors said that it will take effect after the company’s 2026 Annual General Meeting of shareholders, scheduled to be held on May 21, 2026, till December 31, 2028. Chief Executive Officer of the company, Ingrid Joerg, shared the news by saying, “I am excited to announce today that our board has authorised a new share repurchase programme of up to USD 300 million.” For the global aluminium value-chain 2026 outlook, book our exclusive report “ Global ALuminium Industry Outlook 2026 " This new authorisation will replace the current share repurchase programme, which was approved in February 2024. Until the new programme becomes effective,...
Tredegar Corporation reported a significant improvement in its financial performance during the fourth quarter Q4) that ended on December 31 and full year of 2025. The report combined performances of the company’s two segments of Aluminum Extrusions and High Performance Films. This was supported primarily by stronger aluminium extrusion operations and disciplined cost management, despite demand challenges in segments. Explore- Most accurate data to drive business decisions with Global ALuminium Industry Outlook 2026 across the value chain Tredegar reported consolidated sales of USD 184.1 million for Q4, marking a notable increase from USD 154 million recorded in the corresponding quarter of 2024. The company posted net income from continuing operations of USD 14.5 million during the...
Global aluminium wire exports continued to show resilience in 2025 (as of data collected till October), reinforced by increasing demand from the power transmission, renewable energy, automotive and construction sectors. Aluminium wire remains widely used in electrical infrastructure due to its high conductivity, lightweight properties and cost advantage. This trend has reinforced the role of several key exporters that supply aluminium wire and conductor products to international markets. Explore- Most accurate data to drive business decisions with Global ALuminium Industry Outlook 2026 across the value chain According to the data of UN Comtrade, as of October 2025, countries, namely Canada, India, Malaysia, the Netherlands, Norway, Italy, Indonesia, Poland, Turkey and Hungary, emerged as...
Aluminium supply chain crisis due to the geo-political conflict in the Middle East has turned Japanese auto-parts manufacturers to Russia's Rusal. Reports from various sources suggest that Japanese auto-parts manufacturers are even in talks with Rusal for over a week now to secure primary foundry alloys (PFAs), containing aluminium. Some deals are expected to close soon. Explore- Most accurate data to drive business decisions with Global ALuminium Industry Outlook 2026 across the value chain Some South Korean auto-parts makers are also negotiating with Rusal for PFAs’ supply, the critical raw materials used to produce wheels, engine blocks, and cylinder heads in the automotive industry. South Korea has been absorbing Russian aluminium, with 2026 volume projected just below 500,000 tonnes....
US-based multinational financial service firm Citigroup Inc. expanded its holdings in Kaiser Aluminium Corporation by 127.3 per cent or 19,294 shares during the third quarter, based on the company’s latest Form 13F filing with the US Securities and Exchange Commission. The firm now owns 34,456 shares valued at USD 2,659,000. For the global aluminium value-chain 2026 outlook, book our exclusive report “ Global ALuminium Industry Outlook 2026 " Institutional investors adjust positions Several other institutional investors also modified their holdings in Kaiser Aluminium. The State Street Corporation increased its stake in the company by 31.9 per cent or by 279,231 shares during the second quarter, holding 1,154,415 shares valued at USD 92,238,000. Tributary Capital Management LLC raised its...
A flurry of changes in the aluminium downstream and end-use sectors has been witnessed in the last week, highlighting new supply strategies, fresh investments and shifting market dynamics. The sectors witnessed everything, starting from discussions about sourcing in aerospace and trends in material substitution to exciting new manufacturing expansions and important corporate financial updates. All these movements are influencing how aluminium is distributed across various industries. Meanwhile, energy disruptions, changes in policy and rising global consumption forecasts are adding extra layers of complexity to the industry's outlook, making this week's developments especially important for stakeholders keeping an eye on the downstream value chain. Downstream sector benefits the end-use...
A significant production landmark has been reached at the aluminium foundry operated by Trimet Aluminium in Essen, Germany. On March 5, the facility recorded the casting of its ten-millionth tonne of aluminium, marking a major achievement for the site since it first began operations in 1971. The milestone batch was produced at casting table 216 and formed into extrusion billets. These billets have been supplied to long-standing customer Otto Fuchs, a manufacturer that converts aluminium into high-performance components used across the automotive industry, global aerospace markets, and a range of industrial applications. Reflecting on the achievement, Philipp Schlüter, Chief Executive Officer of Trimet Aluminium, described the production record as a clear demonstration of the site’s...
Argentina and China are deepening their aluminium trade ties, highlighted by Argentina's February 2026 decision to eliminate a 28 per cent antidumping duty on Chinese aluminium foil, reversing trade barriers from 2020. The Argentine Ministry of Economy issued Resolution 172/2026 to end the review of the anti-dumping measures of Chinese imports of aluminium foils. The review was closed because the time period had expired, and thus, the duties that had been in effect since 2020 were dismissed. For the global aluminium value-chain 2026 outlook, book our exclusive report “ Global ALuminium Industry Outlook 2026 " China is one of the world’s largest producers and exporters of manufactured aluminium goods such as foil, sheets, and semi-finished products, which are often cheaper due to...
Alumil Misr for Trade & Industry SAE, the Egyptian subsidiary of Alumil SA, will be receiving a loan of USD 15.88 million from the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD). With this investment, Egypt’s aluminium production will be supported by constructing and installing a new aluminium extrusion line. This new line will be located in the Polaris Industrial Zone, Cairo, which is deemed to be the subsidiary’s plant. At Alumil Egypt's facility, the overall production capacity will be boosted by advancing the integration strategy, as well as enabling the supply of aluminium systems, aiding the construction and industrial sectors within the region. Besides capacity, the expanded extrusion line will also support in ameliorating the operational efficiency, reducing supply chain...
Manaksia Aluminium has formally entered the high-security materials space with the launch of a dedicated aluminium sheet line tailored for High Security Registration Plates (HSRP). The company has set ambitious targets to scale production to 200 tonnes per month by the financial year 2026-27, marking a strategic expansion of its product portfolio beyond conventional aluminium products. According to its regulatory filing, the new sheets are designed to meet the stringent technical and quality standards mandated for HSRPs, a segment that holds great value in the vehicle registration security infrastructure. The formal step aligns Manaksia Aluminium with the growing demand for compliant raw materials used in manufacturing secure vehicle number plates in India and other markets. For the...
QatarEnergy, a state-owned Doha-based energy company controlling all of Qatar’s oil and gas operations, suspended its production of liquefied natural gas (LNG) and related products on March 2, 2026, at around 14:30 CET. The following day, around 12:00 CET, the company announced that it would also halt the production of several downstream products in Qatar. These products include urea, polymers, methanol, aluminium, and other industrial materials. For the global aluminium value-chain 2026 outlook, book our exclusive report “ Global ALuminium Industry Outlook 2026 " As a result of reduced gas availability, Qatalum, one of the major aluminium smelters of Qatar, has initiated a controlled shutdown of its aluminium production. This shutdown began on March 3 and is expected to be completed by...
In 2025, AMAG’s performance reflected strong aluminium prices against a backdrop of operational pressure. Revenue increased 2.1 per cent to EUR 1.47 billion, up from EUR 1.44 billion in 2024. The improvement was largely driven by market pricing. The three-month LME aluminium average rose 7.4 per cent to USD 2,639 per tonne, helping to offset the impact of a stronger euro against the US dollar, which moved to 1.13 from 1.08, as well as softer shipment volumes in key segments. Total shipments declined 1.7 per cent to 417,600 tonnes. External shipments fell 2.0 per cent to 382,800 tonnes as lower volumes in the Metal and Casting divisions outweighed stable performance in rolling operations. The European automotive sector remained challenging, shaped by volatile demand, increasing imports and...
Image generated by AI for representational purpose Maan Aluminium announced its Q3 FY26 results, with the numbers reflecting a tougher third quarter even as the company continues to reshape its business model. Revenue declined quarter-on-quarter from INR 1.91 billion in Q2 FY26 to INR 1.52 billion in Q3 FY26, reflecting weaker trading volumes and subdued export demand in the December quarter. On a year-on-year basis, revenue was down 6.96 per cent in Q2 and 16 per cent in Q3. EBITDA moderated sequentially from INR 113 million in Q2 to INR 70 million in Q3. While EBITDA had grown 29.89 per cent Y-o-Y in Q2 and 16 per cent Y-o-Y in Q3, the quarter-on-quarter decline reflects lower operating scale. EBITDA margin in Q3 stood at around 5 per cent, with improvements in manufacturing mix and...
