
Alcoa has moved its proposed acquisition of South32's bauxite, alumina and aluminium interests forward with a US SEC filing, with the transaction carrying an implied enterprise value of up to USD 5.6 billion. Alcoa Corporation has filed a Form S-4 registration statement with the US Securities and...
Canyon Resources' independent board committee says A2MP's AUD 0.05 (USD 0.036) offer materially undervalues the Cameroon-focused bauxite developer as questions also emerge over A2MP's potential ties to another major shareholder. Canyon Resources' independent board committee has recommended that...
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During January-May 2024, China witnessed a positive trend of aluminium raw material and aluminium product imports, as demonstrated by the Shanghai Metals Market’s latest survey. Considering raw materials, China’s bauxite and alumina imports grew in May due to the growing demand for primary metal...

Ghana plans to implement a new legislative framework to restrict the large-scale export of raw bauxite. Samuel Abu Jinapor, the Minister of Lands and Natural Resources, made this announcement during the opening ceremony of the 2024 West African Mining and Power Conference and Exhibition...

In a significant development for the global mining industry, Rusal is currently negotiating with the government of Sierra Leone over a potential bauxite mining concession. The discussions, as reported by the RIA state news agency on June 5, 2024, were confirmed by Sierra Leone's mining minister....

In a startling revelation, Mighty Earth's latest report, "The Impact of the Bauxite Boom on People and the Planet," uncovers the profound environmental and social ramifications of bauxite mining, a critical component in producing aluminium for electric vehicles (EVs). The comprehensive study...

According to the latest data revealed by the US Geological Survey, the United States crude and dried bauxite imports in the first quarter of 2024 demonstrated a sequential decline, marking the third consecutive quarter of downfall since the third quarter of 2023. However, on an annual basis, the...

In the realm of industrial sustainability, few challenges loom as large as the management of bauxite residue, commonly known as red mud. It's an industrial waste generated during bauxite processing into alumina using the Bayer process, which has a complex composition that poses significant...

According to China customs data, the country’s bauxite imports in April 2024 reached a record monthly high of 14.2376 million tonnes, up by 20.02 per cent M-o-M and 18.84 per cent Y-o-Y. In March 2024, China’s bauxite import volume amounted to 11.8628 million tonnes, reflecting an increase of 5.19...

The ecological transition presents an exceptional opportunity for emerging leaders seeking purpose. Romain Girbal, the co-founder of IB2, is encouraging young managers to embrace green initiatives, which not only foster growth but also cultivate meaningful leadership in our dynamic business...

According to China Customs data, the country’s alumina exports in March 2024 amounted to 144,100 tonnes, bringing the total exports in the first three months of the year to 421,600 tonnes. China’s alumina imports were 303,800 tonnes in March 2024, which reflected an increase of 3.97 per cent...

According to Reuters report, Guinea's bauxite production and exports increased for the third consecutive year in 2023. The West African nation is one of the world's biggest producers of bauxite, having 40 billion tonnes of mining capacity in Boké, Fria, Gaoual, Télimélé, Pita-Labé, Mali, Kindia,...

The owners of barges at Goa's Mormugao Port call on the authorities to reopen the port and resume handling the bauxite cargo. Mormugao Port Authority (MPA) is a venerable port nestled along the western shores of India within the picturesque state of Goa. Established in 1885, it occupies the...

The Jamaica Bauxite Institute (JBI) has affirmed its commitment to ongoing collaboration with stakeholders to enhance the efficiency of the bauxite industry. According to a statement released on April 22, 2024, the JBI intends to achieve its objectives by furnishing research-based guidance to...

China customs data showed that the country's bauxite imports from January to February 2024 totalled 24.4794 million tonnes, reflecting an annual increase of 4 per cent. In individual months, China imported 13.2019 million tonnes and11.2775 million tonnes of bauxite. The import in January was 11.24...

China's alumina market is under pressure at the moment. Supply of bauxite from local mines remains difficult. The authorities are controlling the amount of explosives that can be used to unlock the ore. As well, some mines have not been successful in getting mining permits. Imported ore is also...

In 2023, the global bauxite industry experienced substantial changes, marked by shifts in production, trade dynamics, and pricing patterns. Australia, Guinea, and China emerged as key players shaping the worldwide bauxite market landscape. In 2023, global bauxite production was estimated to show a...

Guinea is steadily increasing its bauxite shipments, and there are indications of further volume increases. Despite upheavals from the accident in December and the occasional public unrest, volumes of bauxite exports have grown so far this year and look set to continue growing. Simply put, the...

Aluminium Corporation of China (Chalco) expressed concerns about the "relatively high" risks associated with bauxite supplies from Guinea, highlighting the nation's increasing reliance on a single source for this crucial raw material. Last year, Guinea accounted for 70 per cent of China's bauxite...

According to US Geological Survey data, the United States crude and dried bauxite imports during the fourth quarter of 2023 amounted to 380,000 tonnes, reflecting a decline of 41.36 per cent over the quarter. The downtrend in quarterly imports continued from the third quarter, showcasing a drop of...