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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SMM: Most-traded SHFE aluminium contract remained firm, and aluminium billet processing fees held steady
On April 30, SMM A00 aluminium was quoted at RMB 20,060 per tonne, up RMB 40 per tonne from the previous trading day, with a discount of RMB 10 per tonne against the May contract, down RMB 10 per tonne from the previous trading day. On April 30, SMM A00 aluminium (Foshan) was quoted at RMB 19,980...
“With global aluminium demand expected to nearly double by 2050, the need for increased bauxite mining and alumina refining remains essential,” Marghanita Johnson, Chief Executive Officer, the Australian Aluminium Council.
In our latest e-Magazine LeaderSpeak 2025 , Marghanita Johnson, the Chief Executive Officer at the Australian Aluminium Council, has discussed the importance of having increased alumina refineries and bauxite mining. She also adds her key takeaways on the need to reach the target of net zero in the...
“The situation with trade tariffs at the beginning of the year has certainly sparked a period of volatility and uncertainty, which is never good for business!” Michael Clinch, Managing Director at INNOVAL TECHNOLOGY
Professor Michael Clinch, Managing Director at INNOVAL TECHNOLOGY, brings over 25 years of global experience at the forefront of manufacturing and advanced materials. A visionary strategist and changemaker, he’s known for energising teams, championing innovation, and delivering tangible results. He...
Rio Tinto flags uncertainty over Bell Bay aluminium smelter's future, a scepticism potent enough to affect jobs, finance and beyond
Rio Tinto has expressed uncertainty around the future of operations for its Bell Bay aluminium smelter in Tasmania after six years of unsuccessful negotiations for a renewable power supply agreement with Hydro Tasmania. The company has eight months left on its current agreement with the state-owned...
Back British Metals: New campaign calls for government to recognise the strategic value of all UK metals
A powerful new campaign, Back British Metals, has launched with a direct call to Government: ensure metals are recognised as strategically essential in the forthcoming UK Industrial Strategy and Critical Minerals Strategy. Image source: LinkedIn Building on the recent Government intervention to...
SHFE aluminium fluctuated in the morning session, with differences in trading volumes across regions reflected
Today, SHFE aluminium futures fluctuated in the morning session after a significant pullback earlier. Near 10 am, the futures market surged rapidly, approaching RMB 20,000 per tonne. In the spot market, trading conditions differed between eastern China and central China. Specifically, in eastern...
Metlen’s metal segment staggers in Q1, with aluminium reflecting over 2% degrowth
Metlen Energy and Metals has kicked off Q1 2025 with a striking surge in activity, posting total sales of EUR 1.50 billion (a 31 per cent upgrade on the EUR 1.143 billion generated in Q1 2024) steered forward by double-digit gains across Metals (an increase of 11 per cent), Energy (31 per cent...
ASI certifies Hulamin Operations (Pty) Limited against Performance Standard V3 with Provisional status
Hulamin Operations (Pty) Limited has achieved ASI Performance Standard V3 (2022) with Provisional status for their facilities in South Africa. This includes the Richards Bay Casthouse (Facility 1) part of the Hulamin Rolled Products Division for the production of ingots, and the Pietermaritzburg...
"Aluminium customers operate in an environment where efficiency, reliability, and cost-effectiveness drive every decision," Wayne McVey, Director of Metals Process Fluids North America, Quaker Houghton
In an interview for the 7th edition of LeaderSpeak 2025 , Wayne McVey, Director of Metals Process Fluids North America, sheds light on the current challenges and future opportunities in the aluminium industry, addressing issues like tariff volatility, limited domestic capacity and the growing...
AICE 2025: Gateway to innovation and cross-industry collaboration in the aluminium sector
The SMM Aluminium Industry Conference & Expo (AICE) 2025 returns as Asia’s premier platform for aluminium industry innovation, strategic collaboration, and global business expansion. Co-located with CLNB 2025 (China International New Energy Industry Expo), this year’s event amplifies opportunities...
Apple likely to feature both aluminium & titanium for its upcoming Vision Pro models
Whispers of a lighter Apple Vision headset have been floating around for months, and they resurfaced with fresh momentum recently. According to a report by Bloomberg, the tech giant is planning to incorporate both aluminium and titanium, with the former gracing the outer shells, maintaining its...
Alba, the first Middle-Eastern aluminium smelter, announces integration of AI analytics in partnership with CSS
On April 27, 2025, Alba (Aluminium Bahrain) announced their adaptation of the AI-powered analytics platform Seeq, the first aluminium smelter in the Middle East with such cutting-edge technology. This has been done in a strategic partnership with Saudi Arabia's Crucial Solutions and Services (CSS)...
Updated: Lindian Resources completes acquisition of Lelouma bauxite project to Bolster aluminium portfolio
Lindian Resources Limited has announced the issuance of 20 million fully paid ordinary shares as part of its 100 per cent acquisition of the Lelouma Bauxite Project in Guinea. This strategic move further strengthens the company’s position in the bauxite market and is expected to provide significant...
Leaks suggest aluminium frames & R-shaped camera arrangement for Oppo Reno 14
Just weeks after unveiling the Oppo Reno 13 and Reno 13 Pro in India, fresh leaks are already stirring excitement about the next chapter in the Reno series. Shared by renowned tipster Digital Chat Station on Weibo, the leaked images hint that the upcoming Oppo Reno 14 is taking a stylish trip down...
Global aluminium recycling hit a speed-breaker in its path to boost circular economy
Global aluminium businesses have been ramping up efforts in the recycling vertical with mounting demand and resource constraints. However, during the ongoing calendar year, the green initiatives have come under pressure with geopolitics playing a major role in the ruptured system. Image source: IAI...
SMM morning comment for SHFE aluminium
On the previous trading day's night session, the most-traded SHFE aluminium 2506 contract opened at RMB 19,950 per tonne, with a high of RMB 19,995 per tonne, a low of RMB 19,920 per tonne, and closed at RMB 19,970 per tonne, down RMB 60 per tonne or 0.30 per cent from the previous close. LME...
Amazon’s ‘Bauxite I’ data centre to revive the former Alcoa Site in Frederick County
With an aim to boost Maryland’s tech infrastructure, Amazon Web Services (AWS) has been identified as the lead tenant for the ‘Bauxite I’ data centre project on the site of the former Alcoa Eastalco Works near Buckeystown. Image for representational purposes only The project, spearheaded by Rowan...
Trump hints at easing US-China trade tensions, aluminium prices climb
On Thursday, April 24, 2025, US President Donald Trump signaled a possible easing of trade tensions with China, boosting market sentiment. As a result, aluminium price has grown in India by 1.32 per cent to INR 234.5 (USD 2.75). The optimism in the market has further been evoked by Trump’s...
