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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RUSAL achieves 100% green aluminium production
RUSAL, one of the world's largest aluminium producers, has verified the carbon footprint of its products, reaffirming its status as a leading global low-carbon aluminium producer. TÜV AUSTRIA Standards & Compliance, one of the world's foremost providers of certification, testing, inspection, and verification services, conducted the independent verification of greenhouse gas emissions. The analysis confirmed that 100 per cent of RUSAL's metal meets the low-carbon aluminium (LCA) benchmark of less than 4 t CO 2 /t within Scopes 1&2, aligning with benchmarks from leading international analytical agencies such as Fastmarkets and S&P Global. Additionally, in 2023, RUSAL improved the full-scope carbon footprint of its LCA brand ALLOW to 5.9 tons of CO 2 equivalent per ton of metal, down from...
The Green Power Aluminium Certificate opens new opportunities for RUSAL's aluminium in the vast Chinese market
RUSAL, one of the world's largest aluminium producers, has become the first foreign company to receive the China Green Power Aluminium Certificate. The China Green Product Evaluation Centre awarded RUSAL the official certificate during a special event in Shanghai on July 2, 2024. The document confirms that 50,000 tonnes of aluminium ingot produced by RUSAL's Bratsk Aluminium Smelter (BrAZ) comply with the Green Power Aluminium Certification requirements. Since green power aluminium evaluation work started on June 20, 2023, it has garnered attention from primary aluminium producers and downstream, receiving robust support from all sectors. As of June 30 this year, the evaluation centre has conducted qualitative evaluations and quantitative assessments of the primary aluminium from 34...
Chris Emes takes the role of Chairman of the board at Mechatherm
Mechatherm International Limited, a leading provider of bespoke industrial furnaces and aluminium cast house equipment, announces the retirement of its current Chairman, Andrew Riley, and the promotion of Chris Emes, currently serving as Director, to the role of Chairman effective June 30th, 2024. Andrew Riley has served as company Chairman for over three decades, guiding Mechatherm through periods of unprecedented growth, the introduction of many new technologies, and the challenges of a global pandemic. Under his leadership, Mechatherm has grown into a globally recognised name in the aluminium furnace industry. “I thank Andrew Riley for his successful tenure as Chairman since the early 90’s,” said Chris Emes. “We wish him well in his retirement and look forward to continuing...
U.S. Rep. Krishnamoorthi backs trade case during visit to Illinois’ Custom Aluminum Products
During a visit to Custom Aluminum Products here this morning, Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi (D-Illinois) expressed support for a trade case seeking to offset unfairly traded aluminum-extrusion imports brought by the U.S. Aluminum Extruders Coalition. Krishnamoorthi told 270 employees in a packed auditorium that companies like Custom should get relief from the federal government for unfairly traded aluminium extrusions from China and 13 other countries. The lawmaker thanked Custom’s CEO Steve Dillett for “fighting” on behalf of his workers and his industry but added, “He shouldn’t have to.” The Congressman is an important backer of the trade case in Washington, D.C., which is supported by the United Steelworkers union. He signed a letter by federal lawmakers urging the U.S. Commerce Department...
Infrastructure Sustainability Council releases game-changing rating tool 'IS Essentials' to help $5 to $100m projects drive better sustainability outcomes
The Infrastructure Sustainability Council (ISC) is responding to the rapidly changing sustainability landscape by releasing a new, innovative digital tool to support Australian and New Zealand infrastructure projects navigating the changes and ensuring their assets are sustainable. IS Essentials is a game-changing extension to the ISC’s globally recognised IS Rating Scheme, a collection of third-party assured rating tools that evaluate infrastructure assets' social, cultural, environmental, and economic performance across their life cycle. Designed specifically for small infrastructure projects valued at $5 million to $100 million, IS Essentials is aligned with the UN Sustainable Development Goals to help government agencies, private asset owners, and investors measure, improve, and...
ALFED Apprentice of the Year Award – Meet the Judges!
In a time where there is an apparent skills gap in the UK aluminium sector, with the industry facing the reality of not only an ageing workforce but a clear lack of skilled workers within multiple organisations, it’s clear that something needs to be done to showcase that manufacturing can be an attractive career path. That’s why, at this year’s Aluminium Federation (ALFED) Annual Dinner, held for the first time at the De Vere Beaumont Estate, Windsor, on Thursday, 28th November, we are proud to be launching the inaugural Apprentice of the Year Award. The award ties in greatly with work that ALFED has recently completed with Bloodhound Education with the Aluminium Ambassador Programme, which has seen ALFED members take on the role of ambassadors to go into schools and lead practical...
Alcoa Corporation announces stockholder approval in connection with the proposed acquisition of Alumina Limited
On July 16, 2024, Alcoa Corporation announced the preliminary voting results of its Special Meeting of Stockholders, at which the stockholders approved the Company's issuance of shares in connection with the proposed acquisition of Alumina Limited ("Alumina") by way of a scheme of arrangement ("Scheme"). Approximately 99 per cent of Alcoa shares present at today's Special Meeting of Stockholders voted in favour of issuing shares of Alcoa stock in connection with the transaction. Final voting results will be reported on a Form 8-K that the Company will file with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission within four business days. The proposed acquisition, when complete, will strengthen Alcoa's position as one of the world's largest bauxite and alumina producers, with increased ownership...
World Youth Skills Day: Vedanta Aluminium announces impactful skill development initiatives to empower local youth
On July 15, World Youth Skills Day, Vedanta Aluminium, India's largest producer of aluminium, reaffirmed its commitment to youth empowerment by announcing the expansion of its skill development initiatives across its locations. These programs aim to enhance the skillsets of rural youth, transitioning them from unskilled to semi-skilled categories through placement-linked training programs. Towards this goal, the company has collaborated with several coveted training institutions like the National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD), Odisha Skill Development Authority (OSDA), and Skill Development Institute (SDI), among others. Through these efforts, Vedanta Aluminium is aiding youth across India in achieving sustainable livelihoods and contributing to the socio-economic...
RHI Magnesita seeks policy measures for refractory raw material supply security in India
RHI Magnesita, the global leader in the manufacturing and supply of refractory products, systems, and solutions, has appealed to the Government of India for strategic policy initiatives to diversify the sourcing of critical refractory grade minerals to ensure raw material supply security for the sustainable growth of the country. This was pressed upon by Gustavo Franco, Chief Customer Officer of the company, during the India-Austria Business meeting held recently as part of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to the Austrian capital, Vienna. The company has also requested policy measures to restrict the environmentally harmful landfilling of used refractories and promote recycling, which ensures the availability of secondary raw materials for the industry and contributes towards building...
First cohort of Emirati graduate trainees complete EGA's one-year leadership development programme
Emirates Emirates Global Aluminium, the largest industrial company in the United Arab Emirates outside oil and gas, announced the graduation of 45 young UAE National Graduate Trainees from the company's LEAP talent accelerator programme. LEAP is a comprehensive 12-month programme that offers a bespoke learning journey to enhance management and leadership skills through mentorship from senior leadership at EGA. It includes a combination of interactive workshops, simulations, individual coaching and networking opportunities. LEAP is designed exclusively for EGA Graduate Trainees. EGA currently has 75 graduate trainees, 49 of whom are women, and all are UAE nationals. The EGA Graduate Training Programme was launched in 1982. Graduate trainees complete 18 or 24 months of training for...
Flow Aluminum welcomes Dr Olaf Conrad as new Chief Technology Officer
Flow Aluminum, an Albuquerque-based startup innovating the energy industry with an aluminium-CO2 battery alternative to lithium-ion, announced the addition of Dr Olaf Conrad as Chief Technology Officer on July 9, 2024. In this executive role, Dr Conrad will establish a technology roadmap for Flow Aluminum and lead its technical team to translate the science behind the company’s high-performance, non-flammable, low-cost, and energy-dense aluminium battery into a commercial product. Dr Conrad brings more than 20 years of experience in academic research and industrial development to Flow Aluminum. More specifically, his expertise is in energy materials and systems, and he is proficient in fuel cells, electrolysis, hydrogen, batteries, and electrocatalysis. Drawn to taking scientific ideas...
Refractory experts converged in Hamburg for the 2024 PRE Congress
The 2024 PRE Congress took place in Hamburg, Germany, from June 19 to 21, 2024. The German Refractory Association (DFFI) kindly hosted it, and Refratechnik, RHI Magnesita, and Europe Commerce sponsored it. More than 100 PRE members, executives from the refractory industry, and national associations from all over Europe gathered in person to discuss relevant topics and key updates on the refractory industry at the European level. PRE, the European Refractories Producers Federation, is the representative organisation of the European refractory industry located in Brussels. The Congress opened on June 19 with the PRE-Executive Committee meeting, which discussed administrative matters, priorities, and challenges in the upcoming period and mid- and long-term objectives. The second day of the...
SolarDuck and RWE successfully installed offshore floating solar pilot Merganser off the Dutch coast
SolarDuck, a Dutch-Norwegian company, has installed its offshore floating solar (OFPV) project Merganser with the support of RWE. The pilot project aims to test and demonstrate the structural, mooring, and electrical designs and acquire knowledge about manufacturing, assembly, offshore installation, and maintenance methodologies required for large-scale commercial deployment of OFPV. Merganser has a capacity of 0.5-megawatt peak (MWp) and is located in the Dutch North Sea, approximately 12 kilometres off the coast of Scheveningen. The scalable concept consists of six interconnected platforms that can withstand extreme offshore conditions. The floating platforms were successfully connected to the mooring system at a 20-meter water depth. RWE will continue to provide its offshore know-how...
Lhyfe and Fives offer a complete solution for decarbonising industrial combustion processes using green hydrogen
Lhyfe, one of the world’s pioneers in producing green and renewable hydrogen, and Fives, a world leader in industrial combustion, have announced signing a memorandum of understanding to provide a complete decarbonised offer for industry, from hydrogen production to combustion. This offer speeds up energy transition by facilitating the use of hydrogen in process industries without needing to modify all the equipment. Lhyfe will produce and supply green hydrogen, and Fives will provide optimised and safe solutions for its use in industrial combustion processes. In recent years, hydrogen combustion, which emits no CO 2 , has emerged as one of the most promising solutions for reducing the carbon footprint of industrial processes. For example, a secondary aluminium furnace that today produces...
Alfiniti elevates American ideals with aluminium flagpoles
Steve James, Managing Director of Alfiniti, Inc., oversees the manufacturing of nearly a million aluminium flagpoles annually. When reflecting on these flagpoles' significant role, he said, "A pile of flagpoles headed for shipment isn't exactly what you'd call exciting. They're just a bunch of long, silver tubes. Unremarkable, really. It could be anything from a muffler to some kind of industrial piping. But our team sees the bigger picture. We know these tubes are something special." While the American flag takes centre stage on Independence Day, another vital element is the flagpole. The flag represents the ideals of democracy, independence, and triumph over oppression, and as James sees it, "the flagpole's role is to give rise to those ideals so they can be seen and remembered." Early...
Sparklo and KPMG in Qatar celebrate sustainability milestone
Since partnering in late 2023, KPMG in Qatar employees have collected nearly 9,000 plastic bottles and aluminium cans, saving over 1,300 kg of CO2 emissions. Each week, KPMG employees collect, on average, around 300 bottles and cans, and the numbers are growing. This partnership showcases the enthusiasm and commitment of KPMG employees towards sustainable practices and underscores the success of Sparklo’s innovative recycling solutions. KPMG in Qatar and Sparklo: Pioneering workplace sustainability In late 2023, KPMG in Qatar partnered with Sparklo, a global leader in clean technology, to bolster its corporate sustainability efforts. Introducing Sparklomat, an advanced Reverse Vending Machine (RVM), to KPMG's Doha office marks a significant step in this journey. This initiative highlights...
Sparklo and Yango partner to offer ride discounts, supporting UAE's ESG goals through recycling
Yango, the international ride-hailing service, has partnered with Sparklo, a global cleantech company revolutionising the recycling industry. As part of this collaboration, Sparklo users in Dubai can redeem points for 10 per cent and 20 per cent discounts on their Yango rides. Points are collected by recycling plastic bottles and aluminium cans up to two litres through Sparklo's innovative reverse vending machines (RVMs), known as Sparklomats. This activity will become the first stage in a big collaboration, underscoring Yango's commitment to reducing its environmental impact and supporting eco-friendly initiatives. This partnership is in line with the UAE's environmental initiatives, such as the ban on single-use plastic bags in effect this month and Dubai Municipality's goal to collect...
Achenbach opens new logistics centre in Kreuztal-Kredenbach
The machine and system manufacturer from Buschhütten is expanding its logistics centre to increase flexibility and efficiency in supplying customers worldwide. Achenbach Buschhütten opened a new location for logistics services in Kreuztal-Kredenbach with Achenbach Logistics GmbH during a festive event on June 28. The 20,000m 2 site with four warehouse bays and office buildings, which Achenbach is using to expand its logistics areas, now offers sufficient space and best conditions for the receipt, quality inspection, storage and order picking of goods as well as the worldwide dispatch of plant components. "We are very pleased that the new site in Kredenbach now provides us with optimal conditions for our movement of goods. We are thus ensuring Achenbach's ability to deliver," emphasises...
