As the global aluminium supply chain continues to swing between shifts and crunches, how has Europe fared on the production front in the 2026 year-to-date calendar? Substantially well, going by the output figures. Between January and September 2026, the European continent, including Russia, has produced a total of 5.56 million tonnes of primary aluminium, building a significant year-on-year growth chart. The nine-month growth chart Set against the same period of 2025, the first nine months of 2026 show a clear lift in output. From January to September 2026, Europe, including Russia, produced 5.56 million tonnes of primary aluminium, raising the annual growth rate by 5.69 per cent year-on-year (Y-o-Y) over the 5.26 million tonnes produced in 2025. Explore the production, demand and...
The proposed $4 billion Oklahoma Primary Aluminum (OPA) smelter, a joint venture between Emirates Global Aluminium (EGA) and Century Aluminum, is targeting civil works in the second quarter of 2027, with first hot metal expected between mid- and late 2030. Realization of the 750,000-metric-ton project would render it the first new US primary aluminum smelter in nearly 50 years. However, local restrictions, environmental permitting and ongoing legal hurdles clouded its path towards maintaining the construction timeline. A local moratorium and an April 7 ballot sit on the same calendar. Explore the production, demand and consumption forecasts of bauxite and alumina in our report: “ Global Bauxite & Alumina Market Forecast to 2036: Supply–Demand, Trade Flows & Price Outlook ” A...
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The European aluminium industry needs swift action to keep the region competitive in the wake of high energy prices, expensive raw materials and increased global competition, Paul Voss, director general of industry body European Aluminium, told S&P Global Commodity Insights in an interview at the aluminium trade fair in Dusseldorf on October 8, 2024. "There is a need for a serious shift to competitiveness for the European aluminium industry; we won't sit and wait for someone to solve our problems; we must engage," Voss said. According to International Aluminium Institute (IAI) data, the European aluminium industry has steadily declined across the past decade, with Western and Central European primary aluminium production deflating 25.5 per cent from 2010 (production during this year was...
RBC Capital Markets, a global investment bank providing banking, finance, and capital markets services, has reduced its ratings for the Norwegian aluminium and renewable energy company Norsk Hydro ASA from "outperform" to "sector perform". The revision in investment outlook follows Norsk Hydro's share decline by 3.2 per cent on Tuesday, November 21, indicating a probability of the company's bearish performance amid shifting market conditions. Image Source: Norsk Hydro The anticipated aluminium price fall in the near future due to increased production, backed by alumina supply ease and new capacities commissioning in India and Indonesia, is likely to weigh on Hydro's revenue. According to RBC's projection, aluminium prices, which have risen by over 5 per cent year-to-date, will decline by...
China's aluminium production continued to increase in December 2024, backed by newer production capacity and increased operating rate like the last month. According to the data recently published by the National Bureau of Statistics, China's aluminium output in the final month of 2024 rose month-on-month as well as year-on-year by 1.62 per cent and 4.2 per cent, respectively. Image Source: Made-in-China China's aluminium output in December stood the highest in the final quarter of 2024, at 3.77 million tonnes, with daily production averaging 121,612 tonnes. Although the monthly output in December stood higher than 3.71 million tonnes in November , the daily production decreased by 1.66 per cent M-o-M from 123,667 tonnes to 121,612 tonnes. China's total aluminium production in the fourth...
Dnipro Aluminium Plant (Dnipro), a producer of aluminium profiles, plans to allocate 64.93 per cent of its 2023 net profit, equivalent to UAH 10 million, as dividends. Shareholders are expected to receive dividends at a rate of UAH 6,440 per ordinary registered share, with a nominal value of UAH 1,846.1 per share. Image Source-Vecteezy This proposal is included in the agenda for the extraordinary general meeting of shareholders, scheduled for February 4, as announced via the National Securities and Stock Market Commission (NSSMC) system. The proposed dividend payment period spans from February 21 to August 4, 2025. The company also plans to retain the remaining UAH 5.402 million of net profit (35.07 per cent) as undistributed earnings. About the agenda The agenda also includes a proposal...
Press Metal Aluminium Holdings Bhd’s (KL: PMETAL), a leading aluminium smelting and extrusion facility based in Malaysia, has its fourth quarterly earnings expected to come in a range of RM 375 million (USD 83.25 million) to RM 400 million (USD 88.8 million), according to Hong Leong Investment Bank (HLIB). Image Source: https://www.pressmetal.com/ The research house has mentioned that heightened earnings are potentially going to be driven by yet another record-high contribution from its partner PT Bintan, which is driven by higher realised alumina prices. HLIB has also shared that while Press Metal is going through some margin compression in its midstream operations, the impact will be partially mitigated by its associate’s assistance. “Although aluminium prices had risen 8 per cent...
As the aluminium industry braces for 2025, it stands at the confluence of innovation, sustainability, and market transformation. The forthcoming "Global Aluminium Industry Outlook 2025" delves deep into the dynamics set to redefine the global aluminium landscape, equipping stakeholders with unparalleled insights to navigate the evolving terrain. The emerging landscape In 2025, aluminium's unparalleled properties—lightweight, recyclable, and durable—will underpin its critical role across major sectors. Automotive lightweighting for fuel efficiency, renewable energy infrastructure, urban construction, and advanced packaging solutions will amplify its demand. The industry's robust recovery, marked by primary production exceeding production by more than 2023 and secondary production reaching...
This week, the upstream segment of the global aluminium industry has been under the spotlight, with significant developments spanning from bauxite extraction to primary aluminium production. The focus intensifies as the European Union is considering the release of its 16th sanctions package against Russia in February 2025, coinciding with the third anniversary of the Russia-Ukraine conflict. It remains to be seen how the European Union will manage the potential shortage of aluminium supply in its domestic market. On Thursday, January 16, the three major players in the Indian aluminium industry—Vedanta Limited, National Aluminium Company (NALCO), and Hindalco Industries Limited—saw their intraday stock prices rise by 2 to 3 per cent. One of the reasons for this price hike could be...
The non-ferrous green metal has changed the nation’s economic sustainability for countries like USA and UAE. Yes, we are talking about aluminium’s indispensability in domestic as well as commercial sectors across the globe. However, India is yet to utilise the full potential of one of the most promising base metals. With timely interventions, India can depend upon aluminium as the cornerstone of its Viksit Bharat vision, nurturing a bright economic future for the republic. Recent global incidents have endowed India with a hoard of opportunities and challenges, wherein bullish trade dynamics in aluminium are resurging off the back of its versatile applications. China’s decision to put a stop to its export tax rebate policy is a significant development that is likely to increase the price...
On Thursday, January 16, the three musketeers of the Indian aluminium industry - Vedanta Limited, National Aluminium Company (NALCO), and Hindalco Industries Limited saw a 2 to 3 per cent gain in their intraday stock prices. The contributing factor was the increased aluminium prices to $2,606 per tonne on the same day, following the hike of 3.3 per cent in the previous week and marking a steady bullish trend over a more extended period of one year. Image Source: Freepik Additionally, two other global tailwinds buoyed the domestic stock prices: China's projected record-high aluminium production by the end of 2025 and the European Union's proposed 16th package sanctions on Russian aluminium. Emkay Research, a renowned India-based financial firm, expects global aluminium prices to remain...
The groundbreaking ceremony for Shanxi Huaxing Aluminum's waste heat utilisation project was successfully carried out. The waste heat utilisation project marks a significant step forward in advancing energy efficiency, emission reduction, and environmentally friendly production practices. The project aims to recover waste heat from the flue gas of the roaster by facilitating heat exchange between the roaster's flue gas and the high-temperature section of the fluidised bed cooler using a circulating heat medium water system. The plan is to lower the roaster's flue gas temperature from 160°C to 110°C and reduce the discharge temperature of the fluidised bed cooler to below 80°C. The project will incorporate an advanced automated control system to guarantee the system's efficiency and stable...
A tragic boiler explosion at an aluminium factory in Bihar's Samastipur district on Wednesday, January 15, has caused a major stir amongst the workers there. The factory, which specialises in manufacturing aluminium utensils, reported one worker dead and eight others injured. About the accident The injured individuals have been transported to a nearby hospital for treatment. The incident triggered widespread panic, with workers and locals desperately fleeing the area to ensure safety. Authorities have launched an investigation to determine the cause of the blast. Rescue operations were dispatched to ensure no one remained trapped under the debris. Rescuers, with the aid of an earthmover, cleared the debris to recover the bodies and rescue the injured. Of the injured, two sustained minor...
Emirates Global Aluminium (EGA) is the first industrial company in the United Arab Emirates and the first aluminium company globally to have been identified as an Industry 4.0 global lighthouse by the World Economic Forum. This recognition is specifically awarded to EGA's Al Taweelah site in Abu Dhabi but testifies to the company's relentless efforts towards transforming the operational efficiency of the aluminium industry by implementing Fourth Industrial Revolution technologies. EGA began its digitalisation journey in 2021 to enhance operational efficiency, cost effectiveness, agility and flexibility, and safety and sustainability. Since then, the company generated a financial impact of some $100 million through implementing more than 80 Industry 4.0 use cases, like using artificial...
The European Union is contemplating the release of its 16th sanctions package against Russia in February 2025, when the Russia-Ukraine geopolitical conflict will mark a third anniversary. A preliminary draft has been outlined for the forthcoming package, restricting aluminium imports, military equipment, and all those vessels transporting Russian oil. The 16th sanctions package is also likely to impose limitations on international payment systems SWIFT, said the people involved in the bloc committee discussion. All these actions are specifically aimed at undermining Russia's revenue streams and limiting its ability to fund the war. A month ago, ten European Union member states even appealed for stricter sanctions on Russian aluminium , recognising the metal as a critical source of income...
In quantum computing, single photons often serve as carriers of information, which are detected by superconducting nanostrip single-photon detectors (SNSPDs). While traditional type-I superconductors could potentially integrate more seamlessly into existing quantum computing architectures compared to the more commonly used type-II materials, their use in SNSPDs has remained largely unexplored. Image Source: Hui Zhou Aluminium offers greater compatibility However, new research published in Superconductivity marks a breakthrough. Lixing You and colleagues at the Chinese Academy of Sciences in Shanghai, China, have successfully fabricated an SNSPD using thin films of the type-I superconductor aluminium. This pioneering structure demonstrated the ability to detect single photons of visible...
The year 2025 has begun, and along with it, a lot of speculations and anticipations for the global aluminium industry's headway as the metal is furthering towards becoming one of the most widely used components in various industrial sectors while at the same time navigating many challenges and also adapting to sustainability initiatives and the circular economy. Especially after a year of tight raw material supply, enthusiastic volume of primary aluminium production, increasing demand, and numerous efforts across the value chain aimed at net-zero emission goals, it is inevitable to have a spirit of inquiry. This article, containing a comprehensive overview of the key events and updates from December 2024, will help you understand the industry's current position. Ghana’s bauxite mining...
In 2024, aluminium and aluminium product imports inflated by 21.7 per cent Y-o-Y to US$446.006 million (with US$36.943 million in December). Aluminium exports rose by 27.4 per cent to US$124.408 million, with US$8.426 million in December, published in the customs data released by the States Customs Service of Ukraine. Aluminium and aluminium product exports from Ukraine during the first six months of 2024 were valued at US$54.175 million, up by 12.8 per cent Year-on-Year. In June alone, the export value was US$10.383 million. Also, as stated in the statistical report released by the State Customs Service (SCS) earlier, bauxite import in monetary terms increased by 50.9 per cent (USD 2.681 million) from January to October, indicating a 46.8 per cent growth Y-o-Y. This year's imports can be...
Colombia's dedication to sustainability reflects years of consistent actions and policies that extend beyond high-profile initiatives in areas like renewable energy and greenhouse gas emissions. The city is emerging as a promising leader in aluminium production within Latin America, drawing inspiration from global benchmarks like the United Arab Emirates, France, Canada, and Norway. Image Source: GALTCO Green Aluminum Production Complex in Colombia With its highly decarbonised energy matrix powered predominantly by renewable energy and abundant natural resources, Colombia is ushering in a new era of sustainable industrialisation through the GALTCO Colombia project— the Green Aluminum Production Complex in Colombia (GALTCO). The GALTCO Colombia Project entails the formulation, development,...
On Monday, January 13, Aluminium Bahrain B.S.C. (Alba) updated that its strategic merger discussion with Saudi Arabian Mining Company (Ma'aden) is no longer in action after being decided mutually. Ma'aden also said the same in its filing to Tadawul, adding that it would keep looking for growth opportunities regionally and globally. The news followed the extension of the potential deadline for the merger to the second quarter of 2025 to get additional time to conduct thorough due diligence and evaluate the financial benefits of the collaboration. Alba and Ma'aden first signed a non-binding agreement in September 2024 to form a partnership, whereby the latter agreed to transfer its subsidiaries, Ma'aden Aluminium Company (MAC) and Ma'aden Bauxite and Alumina Company (MBAC), to Alba in...
