Alcoa says Canada tariff cut alone won't bring US aluminium premium down
A cut in US tariffs on Canadian aluminium alone is unlikely to bring down the elevated Midwest aluminium premium significantly, according to Alcoa CFO Molly Beerman, as the US still relies on imports from other countries to cover a structural supply gap. Speaking at the Jefferies Global Industrials...
US-Canada tariff dispute puts North American auto-parts supply chains under pressure
The latest escalation in the US-Canada trade dispute is putting pressure on one of North America's most deeply integrated manufacturing networks, with auto-parts makers facing higher costs and growing uncertainty over where and how components should be produced. The two countries have spent decades...
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ALCORE advances aluminium smelter waste recycling with federal funding
ALCORE, a majorly owned subsidiary of ABX Group, a global leader in the clean technology and materials sector, is gaining traction for ramping up its production capabilities backed by federal funding for aluminium-related industrial chemicals. The funding has been provided under the Modern...
India warns of retaliatory tariffs if US doubles aluminium and steel duties
In a recent event, where the US retaliated and dismissed India's request for a safeguard measure on aluminium and steel, it was not a bilateral discussion at the World Trade Organisation (WTO). Now, India is on the road to imposing a retaliatory tariff only if the US fails to continue the...
Gen Z ready to pay higher price for sustainable packaging - says McKinsey & Company's newly published report
Sustainability isn't fading away, it is evolving. With smart material choices and a data-driven strategy, aluminium and other circular materials can help the brand lead the pack, meeting consumer expectations while also saving the planet. And this is what McKinsey & Company's newly published...
Double pressure from high aluminium prices and off-season leads to a continuous decline in weekly operating rate of aluminium processors
This week, the downstream aluminium processing sector remained deeply entrenched in off-season sentiment, with the weekly operating rate down 1 percentage point WoW to 58.8 per cent. Segment breakdown: Persistently high aluminium prices continued to suppress consumption, with weak end-use demand...
Ricoh 3D to showcase aluminium Binder Jetting technology & thermal solutions at Battery Cells & Systems Expo 2025
Ricoh 3D, headquartered in Telford, has announced plans to showcase its aluminium Binder Jetting (BJT) technology alongside its next-generation thermal management solutions at the upcoming Battery Cells & Systems Expo. Scheduled for July 9–10, 2025, the event will take place at the NEC, Birmingham,...
LNER, first UK rail operator to serve spirits in 100% recycled aluminium bottles
Sustainability is now right on track with London North Eastern Railway (LNER) trains, which range between Scotland and London, offering new spirits by Dutch Barn Vodka, Farm Distillery's Y-Gin, and Scottish Common Ground Whiskey, all packed in a 100 per cent postconsumer recycled aluminium bottle....
TOMRA & Novelis webcast showcases breakthrough advancements in aluminium recycling
A recent webcast titled "From AI to Dynamic LIBS: How New Sorting Technologies Drive Growth in Aluminum Recycling," hosted by TOMRA Recycling in collaboration with Novelis, spotlighted cutting-edge advancements in aluminium recycling. The session underscored how increasing aluminium scrap...
Japan’s aluminium premium for Q3 Drops to $108/t as weak demand and high stocks tip balance
Some Japanese aluminium buyers have settled third-quarter premiums at USD 108 per tonne, down sharply from USD 182 per tonne in the second quarter, in a deal that reflects muted domestic demand, rising port inventories, and broader market oversupply, according to sources directly involved in the...
Axaeon and Sunstone come together to revolutionise carbon baking in the aluminium industry
Axaeon Enterprises and Sunstone Development have formed a joint venture to commercialise Axaeon's Lazar Continuous Carbon Baking Furnace (Lazar CCBF). The initiative will leverage Sunstone's expertise in supplying pre-baked anodes to the aluminium industry to support the successful rollout of the...
NALCO rolls out IA90 aluminium alloy ingot to support India’s growing EV demand
National Aluminium Company Limited (NALCO), a Navratna CPSE under the Ministry of Mines, Government of India, has broadened its product portfolio with the launch of its latest innovation, the IA90 Grade Aluminium Alloy Ingot. This strategic introduction is designed to meet the increasing and...
Social inventory of aluminium ingots remains at low levels, with aluminium prices fluctuating at highs
Futures Market: Last night, the most-traded SHFE aluminium 2508 contract opened at RMB 20,340 per tonne, with a high of RMB 20,380 per tonne, a low of RMB 20,325 per tonne, and closed at RMB 20,345 per tonne. Trading volume was 42,000 lots, and open interest was 253,000 lots. Last night, LME...
Trump tariff fuels packaging shake-up: Industry caught between rising costs and shifting strategies
Canned food producers in the United States are voicing growing concern over the disruptions caused by the country’s unpredictable trade policies. Andy Russick, a canned fruits and tomatoes manufacturer, has highlighted how rising tariffs have led to surging raw material costs, calling the strategy...
Key Takeaways from Al Forum of Indonesia Critical Minerals Conference & Expo 2025
On June 5, 2025, the ALuminium Forum of Indonesia Critical Minerals Conference & Expo 2025, hosted by SMM Information & Technology Co., Ltd., with the Indonesian Ministry of Foreign Affairs as the government supporter, and co-organised by the Indonesia Nickel Miners Association (APNI), Jakarta...
RIA Cast House Engineering GmbH signs frame contract with Norsk Hydro ASA for advanced furnace equipment supply
RIA Cast House Engineering GmbH is proud to announce the signing of a Frame Contract with global aluminium producer Norsk Hydro ASA. Under the agreement, RiA will supply state-of-the-art rail mounted Furnace Charging Machines and Furnace Skimming Machines to support Hydro’s cast house operations...
ALFED welcomes Industrial Strategy but warns of critical gaps for UK aluminium sector
The biggest announcement in the Industrial Strategy, the British Industry Supercharger expanded to give up to 90 per cent relief on electricity network charges, up from the previous 60 per cent,a significant milestone for over 7,000 energy-intensive businesses. For the aluminium processors and...
Fiat’s newly launched Grande Panda becomes the first car to feature recycled PolyAl
A symbol of Italian ingenuity and style on wheels, Fiat has always managed to grab the spotlight. Be it for their stylish outlook or for their comfort, Fiat has always tried to stand above people’s expectations. This time, the Italian automobile manufacturer has made headlines by becoming the first...
EU aluminium scrap exports surge amid US tariff hike, prompting calls for export duties
Many associations in the European Union (EU) have urged the imposition of export duties on aluminium scrap, especially after a heightened demand from the US, following its exclusion from Trump’s 50 per cent tariff, it is led to a decline. Based on it, the EU’s carbon emission goals might be...
Hydro extrusion bags ASI recertification across 74 sites, recognising its position as a leader in sustainable aluminium solutions
Hydro Extrusions has once again earned recertification under the ASI Performance Standard V3.1 following a rigorous audit by DNV Assurance Services UK Ltd. With this, the ASI certification number for Hydro now rests at 74. This global recognition reinforces Hydro Extrusions' position as a leader in...
