China aluminium output rises 4.7% YoY to record high in August
China's aluminium production reached a record high in August as strong margins encouraged smelters to maximise output, bringing the world's largest aluminium producer closer to its longstanding national capacity ceiling. Primary aluminium output rose 4.7 per cent year on year to 3.98 million tonnes...
Uno Minda plans INR 14.15bn capex as aluminium casting capacity jumps 162%
Uno Minda is set to invest around INR 14.15 billion (USD 147.51 million) across four manufacturing expansion and consolidation projects, with a major portion of the spending directed towards increasing its aluminium casting capacity in Hosur, Tamil Nadu. The automotive components maker plans to...
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Market volatility and geopolitical risks drive China’s aluminium prices higher
The past week has been all about the dynamic shift driven by rising domestic prices, US tariff policies, and fluctuating supply-demand dynamics in the global aluminium market. According to various news platforms, Chinese aluminium spot prices have hiked to RMB 20,524 per tonne (USD 2,862 per tonne)...
RJS Aluminium marks a significant milestone with the grand opening of its new facility
RJS Aluminium, renowned for its excellence in aluminium fabrication and installation, celebrated a major milestone with the grand opening of its new factory on Saturday, 15 February 2025 in 16-18 Donald Street, Old Guildford, Australia. Founders Robert and Sophia Sarkis hosted the event, welcoming...
CNC machined aluminium case for ultimate cooling and performance boost: Raspberry Pi
Makers are constantly coming up with innovative projects using the Raspberry Pi, but someone goes above and beyond every now and then. One such creator, Ideatracker, crafted a remarkable aluminium case using a CNC machine to passively cool their Raspberry Pi. Image Source: Ideatracker This case...
7 exciting stories of how digitalisation in the aluminium industry is sparking evolution
The aluminium industry is witnessing a digital transformation, with path-breaking technologies redefining processes, boosting efficiency, and driving sustainability. From AI-powered recycling solutions to real-time in-line testing and advanced additive manufacturing software, digitalisation is...
Supporting the private economy: The tug-of-war between sellers and buyers continues amid a volatile pattern
Futures market: Yesterday, the most-traded SHFE aluminium 2504 contract opened at RMB 20,645 per tonne, reached a high of RMB 20,690 per tonne, a low of RMB 20,585 per tonne, and closed at RMB 20,660 per tonne, down RMB 50 per tonne from the previous day, with a 0.24 per cent increase. Yesterday,...
German aluminium tubes & aerosol cans market bounces back with 7% growth in H2 2024, despite early setbacks
After a challenging first half of 2024, members of Aluminium Deutschland's Tubes, Cans, and Impact Extruded Parts Division observed a significant turnaround in the German market for aluminium tubes and aerosol cans during the second half of the year, with deliveries to Germany showing signs of...
Japan and Vietnam pilot through individualistic route to deal with Trump’s tariff
Japan has officially requested an exemption from US President Donald Trump’s proposed 25 per cent tariffs on steel and aluminium, as well as other reciprocal tariffs, according to a report from Tokyo-based Kyodo News. Meanwhile, Vietnam is prepared to engage with the United States to discuss the...
BIS raids aluminium casting factory in Karnataka, seizes 5000 unlicensed products
Officials from the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) raided Ibex Engineering Pvt. Ltd. on Monday, sealing the factory for operating illegally for the past two years. The company, engaged in aluminium casting for manufacturing, storing, and selling aluminium cast products, had been operating without...
China-based Wanda Aluminum bags the ‘Innovative Enterprise’ title for 2024
Founded in 2002, China-based Henan Wanda Aluminum, known for specialising in producing and selling aluminium sheets, strips, and foils, was recently recognised as an innovative enterprise for 2024. In collaboration with relevant departments, the Provincial Department of Science and Technology...
Upcoming solar farm in North Yorkshire to generate 39.3MW of energy & lots more
Brompton Solar Ltd has submitted plans for a large solar farm on fields adjacent to the A1(M) in North Yorkshire. The A1(M) in North Yorkshire is a section of the A1 motorway that runs through the county, serving as an upgraded portion of the main A1 road linking London to Edinburgh. The proposed...
Massive fire engulfs aluminium dross storing factory in Labis; blaze rages for two days
On Friday, February 14, a major fire broke out at a factory known for storing aluminium dross in Labis. As per the reports, the factory storing recyclable materials has been burning for two days. The blaze began in Kampung Usaha Jaya and has prompted ongoing firefighting efforts. Sharfini Nasar,...
Aluminium inventory surges by 55,000 tonnes, spot discounts pattern remains unchanged
This morning, the centre of the most-traded SHFE aluminium contract gradually shifted slightly downward, fluctuating near RMB 20,550 per tonne. In the East China market, aluminium prices rose to high levels, leading to weaker restocking sentiment among downstream buyers, with most transactions...
EGA signs MoU with INALUM to boost aluminium production in Indonesia, eyes 400,000 tonnes per year
During the World Government Summit 2025 in Dubai, Coordinating Minister for Economic Affairs Airlangga Hartarto met with Emirates Global Aluminium (EGA) CEO Abdulnasser Ibrahim Saif Bin Kalban on Wednesday, February 12. The meeting focused on advancing EGA's cooperation plan to boost aluminium...
Xiaomi accelerates EV rollout, delivers 160,000 vehicles and reveals update on upcoming models
In a major milestone for its electric vehicle (EV) division, Xiaomi Group announced that its electric vehicle segment has cumulatively delivered 160,000 vehicles so far. The news was declared by Xiaomi Founder and Chairman Lei Jun during a live-streaming event for the Chinese Lantern Festival on...
Upstream weekly: Trump tariff continues spark tension in the aluminium industry; NALCO unlocks new milestone
The aluminium industry has been under the radar ever since Donald Trump imposed tariffs on Canada, Mexico, and China. However the latest update has sent another shockwave amongst the industry. In a controversial move, U.S. President Donald Trump has announced a 25 per cent tariff on all steel and...
Leading Innovative Enterprises in Henan Province: Luoyang Aluminum Foil bags the top spot
The Science and Technology Department of Henan Province recently released the "Announcement on the Selection Results of Leading Innovative Enterprises in Henan Province," with Luoyang Aluminum Foil earning a place on the prestigious list. The selection process for Henan Province's leading...
Hindalco reports record-high 73% aluminium upstream EBITDA hike in Q3 FY25
Hindalco Industries, the flagship metal-driven business of the Aditya Birla Group, has reported a strong 60 per cent surge in its consolidated net profit for the December quarter (Q3 FY2025). The company's net profit reached INR 3,735 crore (USD 450 million), up from INR 2,331 crore (USD 279.72...
Decarbonising aluminium, a roadmap from Outlook 2025
The aluminium industry stands at a turning point in its path to sustainability. With mounting regulatory pressures, bold corporate ambitions, and accelerating innovation in clean energy technologies, the industry is keenly engaged in decarbonising its footprint. The shift is not without...
