US industrial policy needs to be systematic, not just ad hoc – Part 1
Our current approach can win economic skirmishes, but not the geopolitical conflict. – Part 1 After decades during which the very concept was taboo and the reality swept under the rug, the US has now rediscovered industrial policy. But this rediscovery remains incomplete, as too much of it is...
Vedanta's ₹210b metals push targets India's EV and critical minerals demand
Vedanta is expanding aluminium, copper and other metals capacity as electric mobility and India's demand for critical minerals reshape the domestic materials market. Vedanta Group is putting INR 210 billion (USD 2.21 billion) into metals production and capacity through FY2026, building a broader...
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The rise of global aluminium hubs outside China
Executive Summary: The global aluminium sector is feeling the heat of a supply crisis, as major aluminium producers face policy curbs, geopolitical crises, sanctions and tariff hurdles, and environmental setbacks. The war in Iran has further inflated the crisis with shipping disruptions and attacks...
Aluminium as a ‘Critical Mineral’ – how much is it catching up with the label given in the US, EU, UK, Canada and Africa?
Across major economies – from the United States and European Union to the United Kingdom, Canada, and Africa, aluminium has formally entered the league of critical minerals – not because the metal is rare but it is indispensable for economic and environmental growth. Aluminium, over the period of...
The US Aluminum Extruders Coalition commends President Trump's recent executive order regarding aluminium tariff
The US Aluminum Extruders Coalition (USAEC) commended President Trump's executive order regarding his 50 per cent aluminium tariff, which closes a major valuation loophole underlying its enforcement. Importers have been paying substantially undervalued tariff rates on manufactured aluminium...
Redefining hospitality spaces: Alumil India unveils next-gen aluminium window and door systems
The building and construction sector has been adapting aluminium as its choice of metal for a long time now, infused with design innovation that leaves people in awe. One such innovation is back in the market, where Alumil India, Alumil Group's fully-owned Indian subsidiary, announced the...
Infinix launches NOTE 60 Pro with aluminium frame and Active Matrix LED display
Infinix has launched the NOTE 60 Pro in India, featuring an aluminium frame and a rear Active Matrix LED display, combining design and durability. The main highlight of the phone is the LED module integrated into the camera island, which comes with 288 individual LED pixels. This secondary display...
Risk of supply-side disruptions in the Middle East, continued divergence in the price spread between domestic and overseas markets and inventory structure
The aluminium market is currently driven by multiple factors, including macro liquidity, geopolitical risks, and fundamental supply disruptions, while the price spread between domestic and overseas markets and inventory structure continue to diverge. Macro perspective: China: The central bank's...
Malvern includes aluminium in recycling list for green bins
People living in Malvern are now able to recycle a couple of additional everyday items from their own homes, following an update from Malvern Hills District Council. From now on, aluminium foil can be placed in green recycling bins. This includes common items such as kitchen foil and foil food...
INX to unveil advanced beverage packaging ink solutions at Craft Brewers Conference 2026
At the upcoming Craft Brewers Conference, INX International Ink Co., a global manufacturer of high-performance printing inks and coatings for commercial, packaging, and digital print applications, will present the lineup of high-performance ink and coating technologies specifically designed for...
AMW 2026 to unlock Africa’s aluminium potential as Middle East disruptions reshape global supply
The global aluminium price is on a rising trend, reaching a four-year high, especially because of the ongoing tensions in the Middle East. In March 2026, the aluminium price rose to USD 3,492 per tonne. In the upcoming African Mining Week (AMW) 2026, which is being scheduled for October 14-16 in...
Century Aluminum applauds President Trump for executive order to fully enforce sec 232 aluminium tariffs
Century Aluminum Company (NASDAQ: CENX) is applauding President Donald Trump’s new executive order that will close valuation loopholes that importers have been using to avoid the President’s tariffs on steel and aluminium, levelling the playing field for American manufacturers. The Section 232...
Driven by several factors, aluminium fluoride prices surged significantly in April
In March, due to the impact of sufficient supply and weak cost support, aluminium fluoride prices remained under pressure and continued to decline. During the month, SMM's aluminium fluoride price closed at RMB 10,180-10,450 per tonne, while the cryolite market also showed overall weakness, with...
ASI certifies Constantia Alucap against Performance Standard V3.1 and Chain of Custody V2
Constantia Flexibles International GmbH has achieved ASI Performance Standard V3.1 (2023) and Chain of Custody (CoC) Standard V2 (2022) Certification for the manufacture of flexible packaging materials, including die-cut lids and printed lids and reels, made from lacquered aluminium, laminated...
Aluminium market at a crossroads: AICE 2026 to decode global shifts in supply, trade and sustainability
中文翻译附于新闻末尾，敬请继续阅读。 The aluminium market isn’t just shifting-it’s being pulled in different directions at once. That is the backdrop against which the AICE 2026 SMM Aluminum Industry Conference & Expo will take place from April 8–10 in Suzhou, China, as the industry navigates shifting supply...
Vedanta reaches top-ever alumina and aluminium output in FY26 with strong metals show
Vedanta Limited reported its highest-ever production across several key businesses for the financial year ending March 31, 2026, showing strong overall performance. Alumina production jumped 48 per cent from last year to 2.92 million tonnes. Aluminium output hit a record 2.46 million tonnes, up 1...
NALCO posts record performance with 11.2% uptick in alumina production and 30.7% in sales
National Aluminium Company Limited (NALCO) reported its highest ever performance in FY26, setting a record in production and sales across major segments, according to an exchange filing. The company recorded excavation of 7.701 million tonnes of bauxite and transported around 7.707 million tonnes,...
Horizon Aluminium 2026: A new event bringing the aluminium industry together
A brand-new event dedicated to aluminium will debut on Quebec’s industrial calendar in 2026. From May 12 to 15, the Saguenay–Lac-Saint-Jean region will host the inaugural edition of Horizon Aluminiu, an event designed to position the Aluminum Valley Society as a world-class hub of expertise and a...
PABC pushes ahead with $110M can plant in Afghanistan despite the border closure
Pakistan Aluminium Beverage Cans Limited (PABC) plans a USD 110 million beverage can factory in Afghanistan. This goes ahead despite trade issues from the Pakistan-Afghanistan border closure since October 2025. The company's latest annual report says the border shutdown has disrupted trade a lot....
EGA updates on Al Taweelah’s aluminium operations after the recent Iranian attack
Emirates Global Aluminium (EGA) has provided an initial assessment of its operations following recent Iranian missile and drone attacks on its Al Taweelah site, one of the world’s largest aluminium production complexes. EGA said the Al Taweelah facility sustained significant damage as a result of...
