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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French startup introduces aluminium solar carports to meet national sustainability mandates
To support France’s push for greener infrastructure, French startup Closura has introduced aluminium solar carports that combine renewable energy generation with durable, lightweight construction. Built from marine-grade aluminium, these structures are designed to help businesses and municipalities...
Aluminium Dunkerque’s sustainable milestone: Launches new recycling furnace & signs a 10-year electricity supply agreement
Aluminium Dunkerque, a leading producer of primary aluminium in Europe, has taken a bold step toward greener metal production with the launch of its new Furnace 8, a state-of-the-art melting furnace dedicated to aluminium recycling. This innovation will enable the plant to recycle 7,000 tonnes of...
Standert's Kreissäge RS aluminium bike revamped for enhanced speed and performance
Standert has unveiled an updated version of its Kreissäge RS aluminium race bike in Berlin this May. The redesign aims to enhance aerodynamic performance, aligning with the company's commitment to innovation in aluminium race bike design. Utilising Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD), the new model...
Aluminium packaging under scrutiny amid coffee supply chain sustainability push
In 2025, the global coffee industry is intensifying efforts to enhance supply chain sustainability. This initiative addresses environmental concerns and aligns with evolving consumer expectations. The focus spans from farming practices to packaging materials, aiming to reduce the sector's...
VulCan Packaging launches North America’s first commercial-scale aTULC™ aluminium can manufacturing unit
North America's beverage industry just got a major sustainability upgrade. Introducing VulCan Packaging — the first and only commercial-scale manufacturer of aTULC™ aluminium cans in the region. Backed by cutting-edge clean technology, VulCan is redefining how beverage cans are made, setting a new...
Mingtai Aluminum: Production and sales of aluminium plate/sheet, strip and foil in Q1 reach new historical highs; current orders on hand can support one and a half months of production schedule
In mid-May, Mingtai Al. released a record of investor relations activities, mentioning that the company's production and sales of aluminium plate/sheet, strip and foil in Q1 reached a new historical high, with sales volume approaching 380,000 tonnes, up 11 per cent Y-o-Y. The company is unwavering...
ASI certifies Lizhong Group against Performance Standard V3
Lizhong Group has earned ASI Performance Standard V3 (2022) Certification for melting, alloying and casting process for the design and manufacture of cast aluminium alloy at their Longda Aluminum (Shunping) Co., Ltd. facility located in Hebei, China. Aluminium Stewardship Initiative (ASI) today...
GIADEC sets policy framework for Ghana's downstream aluminium industry to eliminate cable theft
With the rising concern about scrap theft, like cable, the Ghana Integrated Aluminium Development Corporation (GIADEC), an agency under the Ministry of Lands and Natural Resources, with the sector Minister, Hon. Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah, is looking to develop a legislative policy framework. With...
The 'LME aluminium speculation thriller' reappears: How does the market view this?
Recently, news has been circulating widely in the market that an energy giant has established aluminium positions exceeding 1 million tonnes on the London Metal Exchange (LME). The scale of this position is staggering—as of May 15, LME aluminium inventory stood at only 397,300 tonnes (with Rusal...
Oklahoma secures USD 4B investment from EGA for the United States’ new aluminium smelter in 45 years
On May 15 2025, Governor of Oklahoma, Kevin Stitt, announced that the South Central landlocked state in the United States has secured a USD 4 billion investment from Emirates Global Aluminium (EGA) for a primary aluminium smelter, to be located at the Tulsa Port of Inola. This facility will be the...
US-UK trade policies won’t be enough to avert EU’s tariff countermeasures! China is not glad about it either...
The freshly inked US-UK trade pact may have triggered diplomatic handshakes, but European Union trade ministers aren’t impressed. In Brussels on Thursday, they made it clear: the limited nature of the agreement, particularly its retention of US tariffs on British exports, won’t be sufficient to...
US revokes 25% tariff on aluminium from UK, 10% reciprocal remains intact
Great news for all the players directly or indirectly involved with the United Kingdom's aluminium and steel industry. On May 8, 2025, both the United States and the United Kingdom announced a limited trade agreement, highlighting the tariffs imposed by US President Donald Trump in the beginning of...
With US tariffs and China’s cap curbing aluminium production and demand drives down LME prices, will buying interest return?
US tariffs are making their presence felt across the world, dampening aluminium demand as many producers are scaling back shipments in response to increased export duties imposed on them by the United States government. As a consequence, productions are becoming limited, notably reflected in the...
Dudley's Aluminium & Inspire Green's smart move: Aims to install solar-powered EV charging stations in Cardiff
Solar panels aren't just shiny rooftop add-ons anymore—they're silent powerhouses turning sunlight into serious savings and sustainability. And now, the Cardiff-based aluminium fabricator Dudley's Aluminium along with Inspire Green, a South Wales-based renewable energy company, is powering up for a...
Bunting Magnetics’ new manufacturing facility in Kansas to boost aluminium cans printing technology globally
Bunting Magnetics, a name synonymous with the printing and packaging industry since 1974, is recognised as one of the most respected and trustworthy names in the print industry. Recently the US-based company has taken a significant leap forward in its global manufacturing capabilities with the...
Macro sentiment eases, coupled with low inventory supporting aluminium prices; upside room is limited under off-season constraints
The macro environment at home and abroad has improved significantly in recent times, injecting confidence into the aluminium market. Internationally, the US and China have suspended most tariffs for 90 days, indicating a positive outlook for global trade. Domestically, the People's Bank of China...
Poland's coal share drops below 50 per cent in energy mix, signalling shifts for the aluminium industry
In April 2025, Poland's coal-based electricity fell below 50 per cent for the first time, marking a significant energy shift. The national grid operator, PSE, reported this change as part of Poland's ongoing transition towards cleaner energy sources. This development impacts energy-intensive...
Aluminium exporters to the US fear losing business by dint of the ’25 tariff. What’s the reality after 3 months of tariff imposition?
The United States’ aluminium supply chain, a backbone for its automotive, construction, and packaging sectors, has been jolted once again by Washington’s swing back to protectionist trade policy. On March 12, 2025, the Trump administration reinstated a 25 per cent blanket tariff on all aluminium...
