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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Calderys appoints Sander Bovee as Chief Financial Officer for next phase of growth
Calderys, a leading global provider of high temperature solutions and a formulator for specialty powders and additives, and refractory products, announces the appointment of Sander Bovee as Chief Financial Officer (CFO), effective October 1 st , 2024. Sander is a seasoned financial professional with experience leading global teams and businesses. He joins from Nouryon (previously AkzoNobel Specialty Chemicals), a specialty chemicals company operating in over 80 countries with annual turnover exceeding $5 billion. Over the years, he held multiple global business and corporate finance roles based in the USA, China and The Netherlands. Some of Sander’s key achievements include leading the financial carve-out and due diligence process of AkzoNobel Specialty Chemicals resulting in its €10...
Aluminium recycling at its best: How INTALS serves the automotive industry with STEINERT technology
INTALS S.p.A. is a leading European company specialising in the recycling of aluminium. With over 120 years of tradition and a commitment to sustainability, INTALS is a pioneer in the production of secondary aluminium. The Parona site alone produces 150,000 tonnes of aluminium from scrap each year. To meet the growing market demands, the two in-house metal sorting lines were modernised in 2023, and a total of four STEINERT XSS T EVO 5.0 X-ray sorting systems were installed. Alessandro Colla, INTALS Sales Director, outlines how this investment will enable the company to expand into new markets and adapt swiftly to evolving market needs. Caption: Thousands of tonnes of aluminium scrap pile up at INTALS. 150,000 tonnes of secondary aluminium are produced annually. Photo: STEINERT The...
New GLAFRI President elected at Global Aluminium Foil Roller Conference 2024 in Istanbul
The membership of the Global Aluminium Foil Roller Initiative (GLAFRI) elected Fernando Varella, as the new President of the organisation representing the aluminium foil rollers worldwide. The election took place at the General Assembly on the occasion of the 7th Global Aluminium Foil Roller Conference (GLAFCO), held in Istanbul from 4-6 Sep 2024. Fernando Varella is Vice President Downstream Flat Rolled/Extruded Products and Innovation & Digital transformation at Companhia Brasileira de Alumínio – CBA and succeeds Göksal Güngör, CEO of Assan Alüminyum who served two terms as Vice-President and two terms as President during a significant period for the aluminium foil industry, marked by substantial developments in sustainability and innovation. Göksal Güngör expressed his gratitude for...
Axilone and Aludium introduce low-carbon aluminium to the cosmetic market
Axilone, a leading global luxury cosmetic packaging manufacturer for skincare, fragrance, and colour cosmetics, in collaboration with Aludium, one of Europe's leading aluminium suppliers, have teamed up to introduce an aluminium to the market that reduces the carbon footprint by over 24 per cent compared to the average carbon footprint for primary aluminium 1 sold in Europe 2 . When compared to primary aluminium produced in China, it results in an average carbon footprint reduction of 76 per cent 3 . Axilone will utilise Aludium's leading, certified, and independently verified low-carbon aluminium for its cosmetic packaging components. ECO P7 Aluminium generates less than 7 tonnes of CO 2 equivalent per tonne of aluminium, from raw material extraction through to delivery 4 . This...
Constellium announces partnership with Tesem to "Closing the Loop" on aluminium recycling
Constellium is pleased to announce a partnership with Tesem, a global leader in luxury packaging, to advance sustainable aluminium production through an initiative called "Closing the Loop." This collaboration underscores Constellium's dedication to reducing environmental impact and promoting circular economy practices. Through this partnership, Constellium will work closely with Tesem to create a closed-loop system that enables the recycling of high-purity aluminium. Tesem has invested in enhancing its assets to ensure the efficient cleaning and preparation of aluminium scrap. Both companies' R&D teams have collaborated to ensure the scrap meets the stringent quality standards required and to adjust casting parameters to integrate higher levels of recycled material. This innovative...
Aluminium Duffel unveils new logo and commissions new milling installation
Aluminium Duffel is proud to announce the launch of its new logo, and at the same time, they celebrate the commissioning of their new milling installation. Mind over metal The new logo, shaped into a heraldic shield, is a powerful symbol that reflects the company's core values: Change & Courage, People & Power, and Excellence & Teamwork. The shield is made up of three dynamic red lines. The lines symbolise movement and strength – essential elements of the aluminium products and the organisation. In addition to the new logo, Aluminium Duffel also introduced a new baseline: "mind over metal". This phrase embodies the spirit of the organisation. This means we do more than just produce metal; we make metal with a purpose behind it. "The new brand identity and logo are a promise to our...
Calderys Group strengthens its health & safety commitment with 2024 safe.day edition
For the second year, Calderys has organised its safe day. In all sites worldwide, employees and contractors were asked to stop operations and tasks and dedicate some time to reinforcing the company's health and safety culture with diverse activities. This year's event theme was "Shared Vigilance," which focused on how everyone can contribute to lowering risks and maintaining a safe workplace by staying alert. Activities and workshops involving employees, contractors, and sometimes customers were organised everywhere. Michel Cornelissen, Calderys President and CEO, said, "At Calderys, our commitment to health and safety is integral to our strategy and embedded in everything we do. Our corporate value, 'We are accountable,' says it all. We are accountable for our actions, decisions and...
Rio Tinto: Financial community visit to North American operations
Rio Tinto is hosting a site visit for the financial community this week to its Aluminium and Iron & Titanium operations in Quebec, Canada. The visit will showcase the world-class, hydro-powered aluminium smelters in the Saguenay, including the Shipshaw Power Station and construction progress at the low-carbon AP60 smelter, and the Iron & Titanium facility at Sorel-Tracy, the world's largest critical minerals and metallurgical complex. Management presentations, which will also cover markets, technology, decarbonisation, and the Iron Ore Company of Canada, can be found on the company's website. Rio Tinto Aluminium Chief Executive Jérôme Pécresse said, "We are well positioned to deliver value from the strong outlook for aluminium which is being driven by its critical role in electrification,...
Constellium receives the Gold Award from Brandon Hall Group™ for its global learning and development programming
Constellium is proud to announce that it has received the Gold Award in the Brandon Hall Group™ "Best Corporate Learning University" category for its global learning and development programming, Constellium University. Constellium University is a global initiative designed to foster a unified learning culture across all levels of the organisation - from shop floor employees to executive leadership. The program offers dedicated development pathways tailored to various target groups. These comprehensive learning journeys are designed to address specific business and skill needs, align with the company's values and strategy, and encourage maximising and amplifying the teams' potential throughout the organisation. Constellium previously received a 2023 Brandon Hall Group™ Silver Award in the...
Fujifilm's statement on the Department of Commerce's calculation of proposed duties on aluminium lithographic printing plates
FUJIFILM North America Corporation, Graphic Communication Division, on September 23, 2024 released the following statement from Hidetoshi (Toshi) Kino, general manager, Graphic Communication Division, FUJIFILM North America Corporation, regarding the U.S. Department of Commerce (DOC) final calculation on the size of the antidumping (AD) and countervailing duties (CVD) on imports of aluminium lithographic printing plates from Japan and China: "Fujifilm vigorously opposes the imposition of additional tariffs on imports of aluminium lithographic printing plates, which are already increasing costs for the entire printing plate market, as well as for every American industry, business, and consumer that relies on products and materials that printing plates produce." "During the International...
Aluminium Federation launches key industry report during UK Metals Expo
The Aluminium Federation (ALFED) is pleased to announce the launch of its latest report, “The Aluminium Industry in the UK,” produced in collaboration with the Fraser of Allander Institute (FAI) at the University of Strathclyde. Released during the week of the UK Metals Expo, this report comes at a critical time when metals manufacturing and processing are in the spotlight, highlighting the vital role of aluminium in the UK’s economy and its path towards sustainability. The report reveals that the wider aluminium industry supports the employment of 108,000 FTE jobs across the UK and the contribution of £9.4 billion in GVA to the UK economy. The aluminium production sector alone accounts for £1.9 billion in GVA and supports 16,500 jobs, showcasing the industry’s significant economic...
Youth 4 Sustainability opens applications for 2025: Global initiative provides training and mentorship to future sustainability leaders
Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi, Masdar's Youth 4 Sustainability (Y4S) has announced the registration opening for its 2025 program. Y4S is a global initiative dedicated to nurturing the next generation of sustainability leaders. As the world navigates a crucial energy transition, Y4S equips young people with essential skills, knowledge, and networks needed for tomorrow's job market to drive a sustainable future. As applications for the 2025 cohort opened on September 19, Y4S participants, past and present, talked about the skills and benefits they have gained personally from participating in a global initiative, preparing them to be the next generation of sustainability leaders and change makers. Y4S offers two...
Manufacturers of aluminum tubes and aerosol cans face market adjustments and regulatory changes
In the first half of 2024, members of the Tubes, Cans, and Impact Extruded Parts Association (FV-TDF) of Aluminium Deutschland reported a decline in deliveries of aluminium tubes and aerosol cans to domestic customers. A total of 397 million aluminium tubes were delivered to Germany, representing a 6.4 per cent drop in cumulative deliveries compared to the very strong period of the previous year. For aluminium aerosol cans, 277 million units were delivered in the first half of 2024, marking a 10.3 per cent decrease compared to the first half of last year. Shift in market dynamics and export trends In contrast to national statistics showing a decline, European statistics for aluminium tubes indicate a 1.1% increase in deliveries to Germany in the first half of 2024, highlighting an...
Alupro and Cherwell District Council together launch new recycling campaign with 'MetalMatters'
Alupro, the Aluminium Packaging Recycling Organisation, has partnered with Cherwell District Council to launch a new metal packaging recycling campaign. The ‘MetalMatters’ programme is designed to help increase kerbside recycling rates and raise awareness of the benefits of recycling household packaging made from metal. The digital, postal and in-person campaign will allow residents to learn more about the best way to recycle metal items, whether from the comfort of their homes or at their local household recycling centre. Councillor Ian Middleton, portfolio holder for neighbourhood services at Cherwell District Council, said, “Reduce, reuse and recycle is a key mantra at the heart of our priorities as a council and we know our residents do a brilliant job of recycling, but some may not...
RUSAL becomes the first foreign company to earn China's Green Power Aluminium Certificate
RUSAL, one of the world's largest aluminium producers, has become the first company to accomplish the Green Power Aluminium certification procedures. On September 9-12, an evaluation team from the China Non-ferrous Metal Industry Association (CNIA) Green Product Certification Center, led by Ma Cunzhun, Head of the Green Product Evaluation Centre, embarked on their first international certification visit. The goal was to assess RUSAL, one of the largest aluminium producers globally. Two major plants, the Krasnoyarsk Aluminium Smelter (KrAZ) and the Bratsk Aluminium Smelter (BrAZ), each with production capacities exceeding 1 million tons per year, were visited and certified by the delegation. Compliance with the regulatory standards set by the Green Power Aluminium initiative was confirmed...
Euro Panel Products Ltd. integrates India’s most advanced coil coating line in INR 30 crore investment to boost make-in-India initiative
Euro Panel Products Ltd, which owns EUROBOND - one of India's leading aluminium composite panel brands- today integrates India’s most advanced coating line with an INR 30 Crore investment. The development aims to strengthen the make-in-India initiative, with a significant capacity of 750 tonnes monthly. This cutting-edge coating line is also the country’s longest line. It features a three-coat, two-bake continuous processing with an accumulator, helping Euro Panel Products Ltd to mitigate dependency on Chinese materials and manufacture 100 per cent Make-in-India products. The INR 30 Crore investment by Euro Panel Products Ltd includes costs associated with machinery and land. It will also generate 50 immediate jobs, with another 25 in the next 6 months, contributing to local employment...
Calderys invests in a major single-site greenfield plant in India
Calderys has reached a significant milestone in its global growth strategy with the commencement earlier this year of a project in the state of Odisha, India. This project will be the world's largest single-site greenfield plant dedicated to refractories and steel casting fluxes. It represents a strategic move from Calderys to expand its product range with acidic and basic bricks and overall production capacity in line with the evolving needs of the Indian refractory market, particularly in the eastern and southern regions. When finished, the 40-acre plant will include five state-of-the-art production lines for acidic and basic bricks, monolithic, ready-shaped products, and steel casting fluxes, as well as the latest quality testing facilities. Construction began five months ago and is...
Vedanta Aluminium responds to process water storage facility breach; prioritises community support
Vedanta Aluminium, India's largest producer of aluminium, is actively addressing a breach of its process water storage facility at its Lanjigarh alumina refinery in Odisha, which occurred during the early hours of September 15, 2024, due to unprecedented rains in the area. This extreme weather caused elevated water levels and pressure in the facility's catchment area, which led to the breach. The facility, built to international standards, is regularly monitored through a combination of digital and manual tools, including sensors and satellite imagery. Vedanta officials immediately informed the state administration and mobilised its teams to manage the situation and minimise any impact. While no injuries or livestock losses have been reported so far, the water overflow has impacted...
