Anshika Jain resigned as Company Secretary and Compliance Officer of Golkonda Aluminium Extrusions Ltd. on October 24, 2026, citing personal reasons. The company informed the Bombay Stock Exchange about her resignation under Regulation 30 of the SEBI Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements Regulations, 2015. To know the global production, demand and consumption forecasts of aluminium extrusions, explore our report " The World of Aluminium Extrusions to 2035 " In her letter, Jain said there were no other reasons for her resignation beyond the personal reasons mentioned. She also asked the Board to accept her resignation and complete the required formalities under the Companies Act, 2013. Managing Director Geeta Sethi signed the disclosure on behalf of the company’s Board. The...
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,...
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Kaiser Aluminum Corporation has completed a USD 25 million expansion at its Trentwood rolling mill in Spokane Valley, marking another step in the company’s two-decade-long investment programme at the site. The project follows a pause during the pandemic and brings the total investment in the plant to about USD 415 million since 2005. The latest phase expands one of the mill’s heat-treating furnaces, increasing output by around 5 per cent, according to Kevin Barron, vice president of manufacturing. He described the project as an efficiency upgrade that keeps staffing steady at about 1,000 full-time employees. Explore- Most accurate data to drive business decisions with 50+ reports across the value chain The work was carried out within the existing 65-acre facility, which sits on 565 acres...
All eyes are on Novelis’ New York (Oswego) unit reopening in December, which halted production after the September 16 fire incident. Why? Stakeholders are hit financially on both ends of the Atlantic. Hindalco, the parent company of Novelis, is suffering a negative free cash flow from the unfortunate incident. Novelis, whose own financials are jolted, is also a wholly-owned subsidiary (a company whose 100 per cent share capital is owned) by parent company Hindalco and is also a major contributor to the latter’s consolidated financial results. Image for representational purposes only Explore- Most accurate data to drive business decisions with 50+ reports across the value chain Financial impacts on Hindalco Novelis along with Hindalco are prepared for their free cash flow for the current...
VIVA, one of India’s leading manufacturers of aluminium composite panels, is all set to launch its new 0.7mm aluminium louvers and baffles from 6 to 9 November 2025 at ACETECH Mumbai. The new range of aluminium louvers features top-notch functionality, high-precision engineering, and architectural excellence alongside smart visual appeal. Explore- Most accurate data to drive business decisions with 50+ reports across the value chain The latest version of VIVA’s aluminium louver range sets a new standard for ceiling and façade innovation. It features an advanced interlocking technology that reflects precise alignment, concealed joints, and efficient installation for premium construction. Its modular structure guarantees fast and easy installation. Alongside, PVDF-coated panels offer...
The leading Norwegian aluminium producer, Norsk Hydro , has experienced mixed fortunes in its key markets amid global political tensions. With the growing trade barriers, the industrial activity of some of its segments has slowed. It has reshaped demand patterns for obvious reasons. However, the growth in products linked to Europe’s energy transition has been a source of consistent profit for the company. Explore- Most accurate data to drive business decisions with 50+ reports across the value chain Market volatility drives the company to focus on cost-saving measures In its third quarter results, Norsk Hydro has described the current market conditions as “demanding”, which is in a way responsible for the weaker consumption. Coupled with the geopolitical tensions and tariff disputes, the...
Aluminium Bahrain B.S.C. (Alba), the world’s largest aluminium smelter on one site, announced a strategic partnership with the aluminium manufacturer, Shandong Innovation Group (SIG) and global investment firm BlueFive Capital on the sidelines of Gateway Gulf 2025 with the aim to optimise the global aluminium supply chain. This move reflects the growing GCC-Asia industrial alignment at a moment when supply security and advanced alloys are becoming strategic levers in automotive, aerospace and energy transition markets. Explore- Most accurate data to drive business decisions with 50+ reports across the value chain A cooperation built on scale, tech and capital Alba, majority-owned by Bahrain’s sovereign wealth fund, brings decades of smelting excellence. To this, SIG adds advanced alloy...
Emirates Extrusion Factory (EEF), the UAE’s leading aluminium extrusion producer, has recently celebrated three decades in business with new investment in state-of-the-art technology and eco-friendly manufacturing. A subsidiary of Dubai Investments Industries, EEF has evolved from a tiny local unit to a reliable supplier on a global scale, especially in Africa, the Middle East and Europe. Image for referential purposes only (source: https://commons.wikimedia.org/) Explore- Most accurate data to drive business decisions with 50+ reports across the value chain Three decades of sustainable production Started in 1995 with a single press line, EEF has walked a long way to expand its capabilities. Presently, the manufacturing house produces around 18,000 tonnes of aluminium annually. So far,...
A fresh strategic alliance is taking shape in Turkey’s aluminium landscape. A Turkish aluminium producer, ASAS, is making waves internationally by acquiring Eurofoil France, a company based in France. This acquisition is a major step forward in ASAS’s strategy for global expansion, marking an exciting new chapter for its operations throughout Europe. Although the financial specifics of the acquisition have not been revealed yet, ASAS shared on Friday that the French subsidiary will keep operating under its new name, ASAS S.A.S. The aim? To boost the Turkish aluminium industry ASAS General Manager Derya Hatiboglu described the acquisition as a “strategic step” designed to enhance the company’s production capacity and foster global collaboration. The company emphasised that this move...
This week in the aluminium downstream sector, major players shared impressive Q3 results, rolled out cutting-edge product technologies and announced significant leadership changes, indicating a vibrant shift throughout the global value chain. Weekly aluminium downstream recap by AL Circle Pvt Ltd Key Q3 updates Kaiser Aluminum in Q3 2025 has brought in a revenue of USD 843.5 million, which is a 13 per cent increase compared to last year. This growth was fueled by a 22 per cent jump in the average selling price, even though shipments dipped by 8 per cent due to a planned outage. Operating income skyrocketed to USD 48.8 million, up from USD 13.2 million, while net income climbed to USD 39.5 million, a significant rise from USD 8.8 million. For further financial updates, read this ....
AMAG Austria Metall AG has reported its financial results for the third quarter and first nine months of 2025, demonstrating resilience in a persistently challenging global environment. Despite ongoing pricing pressure, weaker demand, and trade-related headwinds, the company managed to lift nine-month revenues and deliver a strong improvement in cash flow through disciplined cost management, operational efficiency, and a focus on liquidity. Q3/2025 vs Q3/2024 performance In the third quarter of 2025, AMAG generated revenues of EUR 350.8 million (USD 405.8 million), compared with EUR 370.9 million (USD 429 million) in the same quarter of the previous year, representing a decline of 5.4 per cent. EBITDA for the quarter came in at EUR 33.5 million (USD 38.7 million), remaining broadly stable...
Constellium has delivered a strong performance in the third quarter of 2025, showcasing steady growth across all major segments. With impressive financial results, some key leadership changes and a clear plan for future profitability, the company is in a great position to keep its upward trend as it moves into the next fiscal year. Overall highlights: Focus Q3 & first 9 months 2025 In the third quarter of 2025, the company reported shipments totalling 373 thousand tonnes, marking a 6 per cent increase compared to the same period last year, due to higher volumes across all operating segments. Revenue jumped by 20 per cent to reach USD 2.2 billion, fueled by stronger shipments and an increase in revenue per tonne, which was influenced by rising metal prices. Jean-Marc Germain, CEO &...
Constellium has named Ingrid Joerg, its current Chief Operating Officer (COO), as the company’s next Chief Executive Officer (CEO), effective January 1, 2026. She will also take a seat on the company’s Board of Directors. Joerg will succeed Jean-Marc Germain, who plans to retire at the end of 2025 after nearly a decade at the helm. The leadership change follows a carefully planned succession process aimed at maintaining continuity and supporting Constellium’s long-term strategy. After stepping down, Germain will stay on through 2026 as a Special Advisor to the Board and management team, helping guide the transition. Joerg has been with Constellium since 2015, when she joined as President of the Aerospace and Transportation business unit. In 2023, she was promoted to COO, taking...
Kaiser Aluminum Corporation has shared plans to issue USD 500 million in senior notes that will mature in 2034. This offering will be conducted through a private transaction, which means it’s exempt from the registration requirements outlined in the Securities Act of 1933, as amended. Issuing of these notes will be backed by all current and future domestic subsidiaries of the firm that act as borrowers or guarantors under the company’s revolving credit facility. The firm is looking to use the money raised from its upcoming senior notes offering, along with funds from its revolving credit line and current cash reserves, to pay off all of its outstanding 4.625 per cent senior notes that are due in 2028. However, the success of the notes offering will depend on the current market conditions....
Australia’s leading independent architectural aluminium finisher, Australian Aluminium Finishing (AAF), has announced a major upgrade to its aluminium finishing operations. Following the introduction of the latest powder coating technology, the company is now focused on expanding its decorative finish ranges, which are more sustainable for architectural and industrial applications. Latest powder coating technology promises premium finishes AAF has reportedly made a major investment in modernising its powder coating application systems with top-notch equipment to deliver premium-quality aluminium finishes. The upgrades feature high-density powder flow technology, which is typically reserved for vertical lines. Leveraging the same, AAF has adapted it to align with its flexible horizontal...
China’s manufacturing industry, which has been the world’s largest for fifteen consecutive years, appears to be sputtering in 2025, weighed down by global trade tensions and waning domestic demand. Yet amid the broader industrial slowdown, one segment has quietly kept the aluminium sector afloat and that is the country’s resilient automobile industry. Manufacturing momentum falters Accounting for nearly 30 per cent of global manufacturing value and 26 per cent of the domestic GDP, China’s manufacturing sector has long been the backbone of the nation’s economy. However, since early 2025, signs of fatigue have been unmistakable. The Purchasing Manager’s index (PMI) – a key gauge of industrial activity - started the year in contraction, standing at 49.1 in January, according to the data...
After the unfortunate fire incident in its Oswego aluminium plant, the renowned aluminium producer Novelis experienced a massive production setback. However, the aluminium producer, Novelis, now expects to restart operations in the same facility before the end of 2025, which is several months earlier than originally anticipated. Image source: https://images.wsj.net/ Explore- Most accurate data to drive business decisions with 50+ reports across the value chain The company had initially warned that the outage could continue into the first quarter of 2026. However, Chief Executive Steve Fisher said repair work had progressed faster than expected, and teams on site were now working extended hours to complete the rebuild by December. “We have a lot of confidence in that,” Fisher said in a...
Kaiser Aluminum, a leading manufacturer of semi-fabricated specialty aluminium products, has just released its Q3 2025 Form 10-Q. The report highlights impressive improvements in both financial and operational metrics, driven by innovative pricing strategies, effective cost management and focused capacity expansions. Financial highlights Revenue hit an impressive USD 843.5 million, marking a 13 per cent increase compared to last year, thanks in part to a 22 per cent jump in the average sales price per pound. Operating income surged to USD 48.8 million, a significant jump from USD 13.2 million just a year earlier, because of the better pricing strategies and tighter cost controls. A 28 per cent rise largely influenced the increase in the average selling price in the hedged cost of alloyed...
A Midlands company, Bridgnorth Aluminium Limited, has been fined GBP 300,000 (USD 401,451) after a worker sustained serious injuries when a 1.5-tonne hydraulic arm malfunctioned at its Bridgnorth site. The incident took place on 10 May 2023, when the employee was undertaking preparatory activities for the casting of aluminium blocks from molten aluminium. Explore- Most accurate data to drive business decisions with 50+ reports across the value chain The worker, in his early 40s, was kneeling inside a casting mould, inserting ceramic string around the edges while wearing heat-resistant clothing. The hydraulic arm failed above him, with its exterior temperature reportedly around 100°C, causing severe crush injuries. As per reports, the worker was trapped for three minutes before the mould...
Norðurál Grundartangi ehf, a wholly owned subsidiary of Century Aluminum Company, has temporarily paused operations on one of its two potlines due to an electrical equipment failure at its aluminium smelter in Grundartangi, Iceland. The company has assured that there were no injuries from the incident and they are currently working to evaluate the impact of the disruption and get production back on track. The company has announced that it is currently evaluating the situation and plans to provide more information during its quarterly earnings call on November 6. It is anticipated by the firm that insurance will help cover the losses from this incident. Additionally, it will be working closely with both customers and suppliers to reduce any disruptions to their business. As a top global...
