Aluminium extrusion 2035 demand nears 44.22Mt: Industry experts decode next decade drivers
Global aluminium extrusion demand is entering a phase with consumption projected to rise from 35.25 million tonnes in 2025 to 35.93 million tonnes in 2026 and 44.22 million tonnes by 2035, representing a 2.29 per cent CAGR. While building and construction will remain the largest end-use sector and...
EU plans aluminium scrap export ban on non-OECD countries; China, India in focus
The European Union (EU) is preparing a broader restriction on aluminium scrap exports to non-Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) countries, replacing an earlier trade proposal that would have covered only part of the bloc’s scrap flows. The move could largely impact...
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Switzerland cracks down harder on Russian aluminium imports – here’s why
Switzerland has reportedly banned the sale and import of Russia-origin aluminium in unwrought form, effective Thursday, May 15. The measure also extends to Belarusian aluminium, alongside new restrictions imposed on certain exports. This move by Switzerland is in line with the European Union's 16th...
UK resetting Brexit? Which trade partner, Brussels or Washington, deserves Britain’s top attention?
When London hosted the first formal UK–EU summit since Brexit on 19 May 2025, it wasn’t just a photo opportunity. It was a full-blown recalibration of economic realism. The commonly called ‘Brexit reset deal’ signalled a deliberate pivot back to Brussels after half a decade of friction, lost trade,...
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...
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...
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...
European aluminium foil deliveries increase in Q1 2025, attributed to a potential surge in stockpiling ahead of US tariffs
In the first quarter of 2025, European aluminium foil rollers experienced a significant uptick in demand. According to the European Aluminium Foil Association (EAFA), total deliveries reached 243,900 tonnes, marking an 11.4 per cent increase compared to the same period in 2024. This growth was...
Befesa sees 15% increase in their Q1 EBITDA Y-o-Y, showing upward trend for 2025
Befesa SA, based out of Luxembourg, a leading firm providing waste recycling services for the aluminium and steel industry, has shared its earnings for the first quarter of 2025. The company reported an upward graph wherein the earnings touched EUR 308.4 million (USD 350 million) compared to EUR...
Octopus Energy acquires MN Projekt, accelerating Germany’s shift towards a greener future
Octopus Energy Generation, the renewables arm of Octopus Energy Group, is charging ahead in Germany's clean energy transformation with a bold new move — the acquisition of MN Projekt GmbH, a top-tier green energy developer based in Hamburg. With a powerful 2-gigawatt pipeline in the works, MN...
Indo-Pak standoff: A repeat of aluminium trade disruptions like the Ukraine-Russia conflict?
Geo-political conflicts often have ripple effects on metal markets, disrupting trade flows and driving commodity price volatility. A clear example is the ongoing Ukraine-Russia conflict, which has altered the dynamics of the global aluminium market. Firstly, within less than a month following the...
Bosnia’s FEAL group strengthens its aluminium processing capacity with a new EUR 32 million facility in Croatia
On May 8, 2025, Bosnia's FEAL Group inaugurated a EUR 32 million aluminium processing plant in Croatia. Located in Karlovac, this facility is FEAL's first manufacturing site outside Bosnia and Herzegovina. The investment aims to enhance the company's regional presence and production capabilities....
What is causing the closure of two Hydro sites? Does the US tariff create lean or tension?
On May 8, 2025, Hydro, a Norwegian aluminium and renewable energy company, announced the closure of two of its extrusion sites in the United Kingdom (UK) and France. Decreased demand and subdued recycling margins in the downstream aluminium market are the major causes behind the site closures....
China and Europe propel 5.6% growth in Q1 2025 global alumina production despite downturn elsewhere
According to the International Aluminium Institute, the world alumina production concluded the first quarter of 2025 with an annual increase of 5.61 per cent, totalling 75.42 million tonnes versus 71.41 million tonnes. This output volume encompassed both chemical and metallurgical-grade alumina....
Strong Q1 2025 for AMAG: Recorded 20% growth in revenue owing to higher shipment volumes & increased aluminium prices
AMAG Austria Metall AG, the biggest company in the Austrian aluminium sector, has announced the results for Q1 2025. The company witnessed growth in both revenue and earnings, with a 10 per cent rise in shipments under the rolling division, while the Metal Division benefited from higher aluminium...
Bankruptcy disrupts Volvo's battery supply chain — Novo Energy announces layoffs
Swedish battery manufacturer Novo Energy’s partial owner, Northvolt, has filed for bankruptcy, citing over USD 8 billion in debt, which has in turn led to an unfortunate announcement of a 50 per cent staff layoff by the company. Image source: iStock The company struggled to secure funding to ramp...
Paul Warton, EVP of Hydro Extrusions, takes helm as the chairman of European Aluminium
Paul Warton, Executive Vice President of Hydro Extrusions, has been appointed as the new chairperson of European Aluminium, succeeding Philipp Schlüter of Trimet Aluminium. Paul Warton previously served as Treasurer on the Executive Committee of European Aluminium. Founded in 1981 and headquartered...
Ardagh reports strong Q1 2025 performance, backed by 11% revenue growth & 6% global shipments growth
Ardagh Metal Packaging (AMP), a global leader in supplying sustainable and infinitely recyclable metal beverage cans, has reported strong performance for the first quarter of 2025 (Q1 2025) supported by global shipments growth, region-wise growth and double-digit Adjusted EBITDA per cent growth. As...
Tariffs, tensions and tonnage: Three words primarily influencing US aluminium prices soar in 2025
In a volatile fusion of tariff tensions, supply chain snarls, and shifting trade dynamics, US aluminium import costs have surged to multi-year highs, reshaping the metals market and sending shockwaves through American manufacturing. Image for representational purposes only On April 9, 2025, the...
