China Sept bauxite imports climb 18.7% M-o-M; elevated freight costs hit non-mainstream imports
According to data released by the General Administration of Customs of the People's Republic of China (GACC), China's total bauxite imports reached 18.33 million tonnes in September 2026, up 18.7 per cent month-on-month and 15.4 per cent year-on-year. Over January-September, cumulative bauxite imports totalled 173.9 million tonnes, up 10.3 per cent year-on-year, with overall imported ore supply remaining at elevated levels. According to Mysteel's data, Chinese alumina producers consumed approximately 128.79 million tonnes of imported ore on a cumulative basis from January to September 2026. Actual imported ore consumption significantly lagged total imports over the same period, indicating that the imported bauxite market remains surplus for now. Among China's bauxite imports in September,...
Technical rebound combined with destocking support; Marginal supply increase limits aluminium price upside
Futures: SHFE aluminium closed at RMB 23,300 per tonne, up 1.44 per cent. Prices broke firmly above MA5 (23,057) and MA10 (23,082), but upside remains capped by MA30 (23,802) and MA60 (23,772), with the overall move representing a strong rebound after oversold conditions. Although the MACD lines (DIF=-265.99, DEA=-229.00) remain below the zero axis, the green bars narrowed sharply to -73.98 (previous day -156.23), indicating a significant decline in bearish momentum and the initial emergence of a technical bullish divergence. Trading volume reached 102,100 lots, reflecting active bottom-fishing. The suggested core trading range for SHFE aluminium is 23,000-23,800. LME aluminium closed at USD 3,037.5 per tonne, up 0.35 per cent. Prices have stabilised above MA5 (3,026.7) and MA10...
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Alba Receives RoSPA President’s Award at Safety Summit 2025
Aluminium Bahrain B.S.C. (Alba) was honoured with the RoSPA President’s Award during the Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents (RoSPA) Safety Summit 2025, held in partnership with the National Examination Board in Occupational Safety and Health (NEBOSH) on 24 September 2025 at the JW Marriott Hotel Marina, Dubai. This prestigious accolade - first announced in May 2025 - marks Alba’s third consecutive year of receiving the President’s Award, reflects Alba’s unwavering commitment to occupational safety, health excellence, and the well-being of its people. Alba’s Chief Executive Officer, Ali Al Baqali, accepted the award from RoSPA’s CEO Becky Hickman, leading the Company’s high-level delegation to the summit. As part of the event, Alba’s Director of Safety and Health, Mohammed...
ASI certifies Cromodora Wheels against Performance Standard V3.1
Cromodora Wheels has achieved ASI Performance Standard V3.1 (2023) with a focus on Material Stewardship for the design, manufacturing and distribution of light alloy wheels at their facility in Brescia, Italy. Aluminium Stewardship Initiative (ASI) today announced that Cromodora Wheels S.p.A (Italy) has been certified against the ASI Performance Standard V3.1 (2023). The Entity designs, produces and distributes light alloy wheels through processes including melting, casting, flow forming, heat treatment, machining, painting and final inspection. in 2024, the facility produced close to 1.5 million wheels for the automotive sector. The ASI Certification program was developed through an extensive multi-stakeholder consultation process and is the only comprehensive voluntary sustainability...
Tracing the origin of low-carbon aluminium: Mercedes-Benz and Hydro in Årdal
In a unique collaboration combining automotive innovation and industrial transformation, Mercedes-Benz and Hydro recently completed a road trip from Oslo to Årdal. The goal was not just to test the all-new electric Mercedes-Benz CLA, but to trace the origin of the low-carbon aluminium the car is made from. The road trip marked a symbolic return for the all-new electric CLA, which contains Hydro REDUXA 3.0 aluminium produced at Hydro’s smelter in Årdal. The smelter in Årdal, located between high mountains and fjords, and powered by renewable hydropower, produces Hydro’s low-carbon aluminium Hydro REDUXA, also mixing post-consumer scrap into the primary production process . That gives the aluminium from Årdal a carbon footprint of just 3.0 kg CO₂ per kg aluminium, compared to the global...
Dutch court dismisses all claims against Hydro
In its final judgement, the Rotterdam court dismissed all claims against Norsk Hydro ASA and its Dutch entities in the case filed by Brazilian Cainquiama and nine individuals in 2021. The case was dismissed by the Rotterdam court on both legal and factual grounds. During the proceedings, Hydro requested the court to dismiss the case on the basis of evidence, supported by expert reports based on extensive empirical data, showing the allegations made by the plaintiffs are unfounded. Cainquiama, an association based in Barcarena, Brazil, and nine Brazilian individuals, filed in 2021 a lawsuit in the Netherlands against Hydro's Dutch entities and Norsk Hydro ASA. The plaintiffs were seeking compensation for alleged health and financial damages resulting from industrial activities in the...
ASI certifies PanAsialum Holdings Company Ltd. against Performance Standard V3.1
PanAsialum Holdings Company Ltd. has achieved ASI Performance Standard V3.1 (2023) for remelting and casting, extrusion, fabrication, powder-coating, anodising, die making, and CNC processes for the production of aluminium ingots at PanAsia Enterprises (Nanyang) Co. Ltd. in China. Aluminium Stewardship Initiative (ASI) today announced that PanAsia Enterprises (Nanyang) Co., Ltd. has been certified against the ASI Performance Standard V3.1 (2023). The Entity has an annual processing capacity of 160,000 tonnes of aluminium rods, 150,000 tonnes of extruded materials, 50,000 tonnes of aluminium profiles and 24,000 tonnes of powder-coated materials, along with 30 million precision aluminium parts. Its products are supplied to sectors including electronics, photovoltaic systems, rail transit,...
Downstream manufacturers to foot the bill again warns the CBM, as non-commodity electricity prices set to soar
A triple whammy of changes is set to see energy costs soar for the downstream manufacturing supply chain, warned the Confederation of British Metalforming (CBM) today. Representing more than 200 manufacturers of fasteners, forgings, pressings, cold-rolled and sheet metal products, the trade association is urging businesses to quickly prepare for a staggering rise in non-commodity electricity costs with new Balancing Services Use of System (designed to balance the UK’s electricity system in real time) charges and R110-ET3. The latter stands for ‘Revenue = Incentives + Innovation + Outputs’ and is Ofgem’s regulatory framework for energy networks, enabling it to generate funding to expand and modernise the electricity transmission network in support of net zero goals. CBM President Stephen...
GDCTECH announces mega conference on Aluminum & Magnesium Die Casting Technology, Pune, India – December 4–6, 2025
GDCTECH will host a landmark international conference on Aluminum and Magnesium Die Casting Technology from December 4 to 6, 2025 in Pune. The three-day mega event will bring together industry leaders, experts, and innovators for an exchange of ideas, technological advancements, and collaborative opportunities. Key highlights include: Two concurrent conferences : Transforming Die Casting Through Innovation and Magnesium Casting Technology 18 technical papers by domain experts 2 panel discussions on emerging technologies 120+ exhibitors covering Aluminum Casting (GDC/LPDC/HPDC), Alloy Manufacturing, Machines & Peripherals, Furnaces, Die Steels, Automation, and Magnesium Castings Inauguration Chief Guest: Mr. SJR Kutty, Vice President and Chief Sustainability Officer,Tata Motors Ltd....
Alcoa and Eurasia group release white paper on Economic Competitiveness and the Green Transition
Alcoa Corporation, together with Eurasia Group, today announced the publication of a new white paper , “Competitiveness & Green Transition in the Aluminum Industry: Finding Synergies or Facing Trade-Offs,” which examines the intersection of economic competitiveness and the global green transition in the aluminium industry. The white paper highlights how aluminium demand is rising across technologies such as solar panels, wind turbines, electric vehicles and the transmission projects that support them. At the same time, the industry is working to reduce its own carbon footprint, as a critical player in the global energy transition. “Aluminum is essential to the world’s low-carbon energy transition, and at the same time has opportunities to improve our own carbon footprint,” said Nicol...
Rio Tinto & founders factory unveil new investments reducing the impact of mining
Rio Tinto, in partnership with Founders Factory, has unveiled six new investments spanning laser-based superdeep drilling, ecosystem restoration, robotic revegetation solutions, mineral waste valorisation for extracting critical metals and nature and biodiversity monitoring. The investments reflect Rio Tinto’s commitment to finding better and more sustainable ways to provide the materials the world needs, including reducing the impact of mining and restoring the environment across mine sites. The six investments are: DNAir - Capturing air-borne environmental DNA (eDNA) with sensors, critical biological data that can be used in biodiversity management, invasive species management, environmental impact and biosecurity (Zurich, Switzerland) Foray - Growing seeds from cells to support...
Fourth Circular Released | IBAAS-IMMT-IIM 2025 Conference & Exhibition
IBAAS is delighted to announce the release of the Fourth Circular for the 13 th International Bauxite, Alumina & Aluminium Conference & Exhibition (IBAAS-IMMT-IIM 2025), scheduled in Bhubaneswar, India, from October 8–10, 2025. As one of the most anticipated gatherings in the global aluminium calendar, the event will serve as a platform for knowledge sharing, innovation, and collaboration. Participants will experience a powerful mix of technical presentations, strategic discussions, and an international exhibition bringing together the best of the industry. What to Expect in 2025 Representation of 300+ delegates from different countries 100+ companies engaging across the bauxite–alumina–aluminium chain 20 exhibitors already confirmed, showcasing cutting-edge technologies and services...
ASI certifies Press Metal Sarawak Sdn Bhd against Chain of Custody Standard V2
Press Metal has achieved Aluminium Stewardship Initiative (ASI) Chain of Custody (CoC) Standard V2 (2022) Certification for aluminium smelting, aluminium re-melting/refining, casthouses and aluminium dross internal recovery at its Press Metal Sarawak Sdn Bhd facility in Sarawak, Malaysia. ASI today announced that Press Metal Sarawak Sdn Bhd has been certified against the ASI CoC Standard V2 (2022), in addition to the ASI Performance Standard V3, which it achieved in 2023. The Facility operates at an annual production capacity of 120,000 tonnes, producing aluminium billets. The ASI CoC Standard V2 sets out requirements for the creation of a Chain of Custody for material that is produced and processed through the value chain into diverse downstream sectors. The implementation of ASI’s CoC...
Gulf Aluminium Council to host the biggest aluminium conference: Arabal 2025
The Gulf Aluminium Council (GAC), in collaboration with Middle East aluminium producers, will organise Arabal 2025, the region's leading aluminium conference and exhibition, from November 4 to 6, 2025, in Dubai. Arabal serves as a platform for meeting and reconnecting with colleagues, customers, and producers. This year's sponsorships have reached a historic record, indicating strong expectations for impressive attendance. Arabal 2025 aims to attract over 600 high-profile delegates worldwide, including key players in aluminium organisations, technology suppliers, users, and traders. The event will span three days of knowledge-sharing, strategic networking, and business development. The Gulf region is currently the largest aluminium-producing hub globally, following China, with products...
Body Works powers its facility with solar energy commissioned by Midal Solar
Riffa, Kingdom of Bahrain – 1 September 2025: Body Works has commissioned a new solar power system at its Riffa facility, delivered by Midal Solar (a subsidiary of Midal Cables), the Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC) contractor for the project. The initiative supports the company’s strategy to improve efficiency and environmental responsibility, while aligning with the Kingdom’s vision to bring carbon emissions to net zero by 2060. The system, installed across rooftop and carpark structures, has a total capacity of 222 kWp. It is expected to generate 360,000 kWh of green electricity annually, cutting over 255 tons of CO₂ emissions each year. Mr. Khalid Hamid Alzayani, Managing Director, said: “Integrating renewable energy into our operations is an important milestone for...
TOMRA recycling unveils FINDER™ COLOR: next-generation colour sorting for high-purity metal recovery
Global leader in sensor-based sorting solutions, TOMRA Recycling, has launched FINDER™ COLOR, a new high-throughput solution designed to meet the evolving needs of the scrap metal recycling and e-scrap processing industries. The next-generation colour sorting system is engineered to deliver exceptional purity and recovery levels at high throughputs across a broad spectrum of metals sorting tasks. FINDER™ COLOR is particularly effective for recovering valuable materials such as copper and brass from mixed heavy metals, cleaning stainless steel fractions (including those from end-of-life vehicles) and achieving high-level purification of printed circuit boards (PCBs) from mixed e-scrap. It is capable of processing grain sizes from 6-120mm and delivering throughputs of up to 20 tons per hour...
Every Can Counts US celebrates 75,000 cans collected for recycling during spring and summer festival season
September 16, 2025 – Every Can Counts US, the lead program dedicated to catalysing away-from-home recycling of aluminium beverage cans, announced a major success from its spring and summer festival season. More than 75,000 aluminium beverage cans were collected and recycled across four major festivals and events this spring and summer. Festivalgoers at some of the largest and most vibrant gatherings proved that every can counts toward recycling: SweetWater 420 Fest in Atlanta : In April, 60,000 cans and aluminium cups were collected for recycling over three days during Atlanta’s SweetWater 420 Fest, making this the largest haul. These cans were recycled and redeemed for scrap value, with proceeds donated to Habitat for Humanity. iHeartRadio’s Bull Float Trip in Missouri : More than 13,000...
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ASI certifies Impol 2000, d. d. against performance standard V3.1 and chain of custody V2
Impol 2000, d. d. has achieved ASI Performance Standard V3.1 (2023) and Chain of Custody (CoC) Standard V2 (2022) Certification for the design and production of rolled, extruded, and drawn semi-finished aluminium alloy products. The Certification covers production activities at Impol. o. o. and its subsidiaries (Impol FT, d. o. o., Impol PCP, d. o. o., Impol LLT, d.o.o., and Stampal SB, d. o. o.), as well as Impol FinAl, d. o. o. and Rondal, d. o. o., in Slovenia, and corporate functions at Impol 2000, d. d. Aluminium Stewardship Initiative (ASI) today announced that Impol 2000, d. d. has been certified against the ASI Performance Standard V3.1 and Chain of Custody Standard V2. As the parent company of the Impol Group, the Entity oversees production activities carried out by its...
SMS group mourns Heinrich Weiss
The entrepreneur and long-time Chairman of the Executive Board of the SMS group, Heinrich Weiss, passed away on September 8 at the age of 83, surrounded by his family. Jochen Burg, CEO of SMS group: "Heinrich Weiss was always a great role model. He was an entrepreneur of exceptional stature who transformed a medium-sized company in the Siegerland region into a global market leader in mechanical and plant engineering for the steel industry. Our thoughts are with his family. We will miss him greatly." Johannes Frauendörfer, Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the Weiss Family Foundation: "Heinrich Weiss was not only a significant entrepreneur, but also a person of clarity, poise, and passion. His life's work is inextricably linked to SMS. As the Board of Trustees, we will continue his...
