Aluminium production depends on high-temperature processes where furnace efficiency, thermal management and equipment durability are essential for maintaining operational performance. However, refractory materials used in melting, holding and casting operations face continuous exposure to extreme temperatures, thermal fluctuations, chemical corrosion and mechanical wear. These conditions can lead to premature furnace-lining failure, molten-metal penetration, corundum formation and heat loss, increasing maintenance requirements and operating costs. Addressing these challenges requires materials that can withstand demanding operating conditions while keeping equipment efficient and reliable. Alkegen, a supplier of high-temperature refractory and insulation materials, serves this requirement...
Emirates Global Aluminium (EGA) has strengthened its profitability despite a challenging nine-month period marked by operational disruptions, constrained exports and reduced aluminium production. The UAE-based producer reported an improved adjusted EBITDA margin for the first nine months of 2026, supported by higher realised aluminium prices, a stronger value-added product mix and cost-control measures. Meanwhile, the company is progressing with the restoration of its Al Taweelah facilities, expanding its international recycling footprint and advancing its global smelting technology partnerships. EGA recorded adjusted earnings before interest, tax, depreciation and amortisation (EBITDA) of USD 1.572 billion (AED 5.773 billion) during January-September 2026, compared with USD 1.738 billion...
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...Bloomberg reported that Universal Prime Aluminium reported net loss INR 0.11 crore in the quarter ended March 2010.
...It is reported that around 10% of China's annual aluminium output is being idled, thanks to high costs sluggish demand and low prices.
...LME aluminum prices opened at USD 1,940/mt, with the highest level and the lowest level at USD 1,957/mt and USD 1,931/mt, respectively, and finally ended at USD 1,937/mt, unchanged compared with the previous trading day.
...Russian aluminum giant UC Rusal (0486.HK) said Friday it has divided its smelters into two substructures, East and West, with the former to include all its largest and most profitable Siberian smelters to meet demand from Asia.
...India's National Aluminium Co. (532234.BY) has increased its aluminum product prices by INR3,000 per metric ton, or 3%, a senior company executive said Friday.
...The decision by Bahrain’s Gulf Aluminium Rolling Mill Company (Garmco) to stop using Aluminium Bahrain (Alba) as its sole supplier of aluminium potentially marks the end of an exclusive partnership that lasted for almost 30 years.
...Universal Prime Aluminium reported net loss of Rs 0.11 crore in the quarter ended March 2010. There were no net profit or loss reported during the previous quarter ended March 2009. There were no sales reported in the quarter ended March 2010 and during the previous quarter ended March 2009.
... Abu Dhabi National Energy Co., known as TAQA, agreed to buy a 40 percent stake in Sohar Aluminium Co. of Oman from Abu Dhabi Water and Electricity Authority for $400 million.
... Abu Dhabi National Energy Co., known as TAQA, agreed to buy a 40 percent stake in Sohar Aluminium Co. of Oman from Abu Dhabi Water and Electricity Authority for $400 million.
...Aluminium has touched a low of Rs 89.25 a kg after opening at Rs 92, and last traded at Rs89.7.
...The company, known as BALCO is seeking bids for the operation and maintenance of four units of 300 megawatts each at its aluminum complex at Korba in Chhattisgarh state.
...The Aluminum Association and the Aluminum Extruders Council (AEC) unveiled details for Aluminum Week, which will feature educational and networking programs for aluminum industry professionals. Scheduled for September 20-23,
...Copper, aluminum and zinc are heading for a quarterly slump on concerns about the strength of the global economy.
... Around 10% of China's annual aluminium output is being idled, thanks to high costs, sluggish demand and low prices.... 1.5 million tons of primary aluminium in the first five months of this year, more than 20 percent of China's production of 6.8 million tons.....
... Aluminium traded lower by Rs 0.15, or 0.17 per cent, at Rs 90.65 per kg,... aluminium for delivery in June contract fell by Rs 0.15, or 0.17 per cent, to Rs 89.55 per kg, with a turnover of 47 lots....
... Aluminum is likely to see continued weakness in the week ahead; although prices should be supported around 88-89 .... Aluminium has touched a low of Rs 89.25 a kg after opening at Rs 92, and last traded at Rs89.7. ....
... UC RUSAL would likely supply aluminium as an underlying asset for aluminium exchange traded fund he expects to be launched in July....
... LME aluminum prices opened at USD 1,951/mt, with the highest level and the lowest level at USD 1,982/mt and USD 1,920/mt, respectively, and finally ended at USD 1,978/mt, up USD 31/mt compared with the previous trading day, or up 1.59%. Total trading volumes reported 158,507 lots, and total positions were 748,298 lots, up 2,500 lots. LME aluminum inventories declined by 5,475 mt to 4,428,075 mt....
