China aluminium extends gains into August; supply tightness, demand recovery to support September
As of August 31, the monthly average price for A00 aluminium ingots was RMB 23,869.0 per tonne in East China, up 3.34 per cent M-o-M; RMB 24,010.0 per tonne in South China, up 3.79 per cent M-o-M; and RMB 23,762.4 per tonne in Central China, up 3.42 per cent M-o-M, based on Mysteel's assessment. In...
Adani-IHC expand Odisha investment plans to $25bn across 14 projects
Abu Dhabi-based International Holding Company (IHC) and India’s Adani Group have expanded their investment plans in Odisha, outlining INR 2.105 trillion (USD 25 billion) of potential investment across 14 projects spanning metals, critical minerals, energy, chemicals and infrastructure. The...
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Molson Coors Q2 result: Profit squeeze looms as tariffs bite and demand dips
The sharp hike in aluminium tariffs under the Trump administration, from 25 per cent to 50 per cent, has significantly disrupted the aluminium industry and its dependent sectors, directly impacting corporate earnings. The beverage industry, in particular, has felt the strain. Molson Coors, which...
LME aluminium cash price rises to $2,589/t; opening stock climbs to 467,925t
LME aluminium prices saw modest gains on August 6, with both spot and forward contracts reflecting upward momentum. Inventory levels also continued to rise, signalling a gradual build-up in supply. The LME aluminium cash bid price rose to USD 2,589 per tonne on August 6, marking a 0.84 per cent...
Hydro Circal encourages recycled furniture production in the US
Who says aluminium is used only for machinery and factories? Now it’s also finding its way to furniture- literally! Norwegian brand Vestre is making it possible by turning recycled aluminium into sustainable and eco-friendly furniture. Vestre, a Norway-based furniture maker, would be using the...
SMM Exclusive: Overview of China’s aluminium production in July 2025 and forecast for August
According to SMM statistics, domestic aluminium production in July 2025 (31 days) increased by 1.05 per cent Y-o-Y and 3.11 per cent M-o-M. The operating aluminium capacity in China increased slightly M-o-M in July, mainly due to the start-up of the aluminium Phase II replacement project in...
ASI certifies ReciclaBR Latasa against Performance Standard V3.1 with Provisional status
ReciclaBR Latasa has achieved ASI Performance Standard V3.1 (2023) with Provisional status for production activities involved in the recycling of aluminium at their ReciclaBR Latasa P3 facility, located in Itaquaquecetuba, São Paulo, Brazil. Aluminium Stewardship Initiative (ASI) today announced...
Orora rolls out Australia’s first digital printing system for aluminium cans
Orora has officially launched its cutting-edge digital direct-to-can printing system, Helio, with the first set of aluminium cans rolling off the line at its Dandenong facility in Victoria, Australia, marking a series of global and regional firsts for the beverage packaging industry. Chris Smith,...
Caribe Cooler taps into the booming RTD market in US with 12 oz aluminium cans
During 2024 and 2025, the US alcoholic beverage market experienced dynamic shifts, marked by rising demand for premium spirits, flavoured beers, and the sustained popularity of ready-to-drink (RTD) options, especially among younger, health-conscious consumers. Tapping into these trends, Caribe...
Garden City Equity acquires Commercial Residential Aluminum entering new AL segment
Garden City Equity, an Atlanta-based holding company, has announced the acquisition of Commercial Residential Aluminium (CRA), a Venice-based manufacturer of outdoor aluminium products serving both residential and commercial markets. The deal underscores Garden City Equity's strategy to expand its...
Ball Corporation’s Q2’25 results reflect rising aluminium packaging demand, defying tariff headwinds
Ball Corporation, the global leader in aluminium packaging for beverages, personal care, and household products, has released its financial results for the second quarter of 2025 (Q2 0225). The company has showcased solid growth in both sales and earnings. As per the data, on a GAAP basis, Ball...
US–India trade friction deepens as US rejects consultation at WTO
Note: This image is AI-generated and for representation purpose only On August 5, 2025, the Indian government informed Parliament that the US has rejected its request for consultations at the World Trade Organisation (WTO) concerning the recent US tariffs on aluminium, steel and related products....
The 3rd European Green Aluminium Summit 2025
The 3rd European Green Aluminium Summit 2025 will be held on 11-12 November 2025, at Düsseldorf, Germany. The 3rd European Green Aluminium Summit 2025 will focus on advancing aluminum’s role in Europe’s green transition, covering key areas such as Green Aluminum Production, Energy Transition,...
Tight supply of aluminum scrap supports costs, while sluggish demand limits upside room for ADC12
Futures: Overnight, the most-traded AD2511 cast aluminium alloy futures contract opened at RMB 20,010 per tonne, with a high of RMB 20,015 per tonne, a low of RMB 19,945 per tonne, and closed at RMB 19,970 per tonne, down RMB 35 per tonne or 0.17 per cent from the previous close. Trading volume was...
LME aluminium cash price eases to $ 2,567.50/t; opening stock rises to 466,025t
Aluminium prices on the London Metal Exchange (LME) edged down on Tuesday, with slight movement across spot and futures contracts, while inventories saw a modest build and alumina prices slipped. The LME aluminium cash bid price slipped to USD 2,567.50 per tonne, down 0.27 per cent from USD...
Aluminium & titanium doping - the secret to enhanced lithium-ion battery lifespan
As the world pivots towards sustainable energy solutions, the demand for efficient and durable lithium-ion batteries has never been higher. Central to this demand is the performance of cathode materials, with NMC 111 (Nickel Manganese Cobalt) being a prominent choice due to its balanced capacity...
New battery technology set to boost Rio Tinto's growth
British-Australian mining firm Rio Tinto is about to set itself up for a game-changing opportunity. If aluminium-ion (Ai) batteries, supported by companies like Tesla, can create new commercialisation, then Rio Tinto could be one of the most strategic beneficiaries. With its combination of critical...
Bosnian company Boksit swings to profit in H1 2025 amid cost cuts and rising bauxite demand
Bosnian bauxite miner Boksit reported a net profit of 4.7 million marka (USD 2.8 million / EUR 2.4 million) for the first half of 2025, a sharp turnaround from 791,013 marka in the same period last year, the company announced last week. Image for representational purpose The strong profit...
Copper slips as aluminium gains momentum in 2025 metals market shift
Throughout 2024 and continuing into 2025, copper markets have been unsettled by US trade investigations and persistent ore supply constraints, particularly in China, the world’s largest consumer and producer of copper. But it’s not just copper, global non-ferrous (and ferrous) metals are witnessing...
How Volant Airlines $1.74B eVTOL aircraft deal will boost China’s domestic aluminium value chain
The recent RMB 12.5 billion (USD 1.74 billion) eVTOL (electric vertical take-off and landing) aircraft order secured by a Sichuan-based Chinese manufacturer is a significant boost to China's domestic aluminium value chain. This large-scale deal of 500 eVTOL marks an important breakthrough for "Made...
