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...
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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Germany's secondary aluminium industry occupies a unique position within the global metals landscape. In a country consuming approximately 2.1 million tonnes of aluminium annually, recycled metal has evolved from a supplementary feedstock into a fundamental pillar of industrial supply. The...
As part of AL Circle’s latest initiative , “European Aluminium Recycling Market,” an exclusive interview between AL Circle and Tom Jansen, VP and Head of Segments for TOMRA Recycling, explored why Europe’s aluminium recycling debate is shifting from how much scrap is available to how well that...
Irish authorities are reviewing reports that alumina exports from the Russian-owned Aughinish Alumina refinery could have indirectly reached entities linked to Russia's defence industry, adding to calls for tighter oversight of strategic material supply chains. The issue has also brought renewed...
The European aluminium industry has renewed its call for stronger safeguards to protect aluminium scrap and shield Europe from the incomplete framework of the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM). As the European Union finance ministers prepare to finalise their position on revisions to the...
As part of AL Circle’s latest initiative, “European Aluminium Recycling Market” , an exclusive interview between AL Circle and Emanuele Manigrassi, Director Climate & Energy at European Aluminium, addressed the loopholes of the updated EU Emissions Trading System benchmarks for 2026-2030,...
Europe's aluminium market is facing fresh pressure as higher energy costs and tightening global supply combine to create a more challenging environment for producers and consumers alike. The disruption to shipping through the Strait of Hormuz has raised concerns over energy security, while reduced...
Germany-based energy drink producer Red Bull is reinforcing its sustainability agenda by prioritising aluminium packaging, expanding support for circular economy initiatives and pursuing long-term emissions reduction targets across its operations and supply chain. Manufacturing over 12 billion cans...
Toyota Motor Manufacturing UK has advanced its circular economy strategy by establishing a closed-loop aluminium recycling system at its Burnaston facility in Derbyshire, England. It has created what the company describes as a European-first process for recovering aluminium from end-of-life...
Europe exports roughly 1 million tonnes of aluminium scrap every year, enough material to potentially reduce the region's primary aluminium imports by nearly 24 per cent if retained and recycled domestically. Yet despite recycled aluminium production already catching up with primary output, the...
A plant manager running a highly efficient aluminium extrusion facility in Guangdong or an advanced die-casting hub outside Pune currently operates under a comfortable, yet highly precarious, illusion. They produce complex window frames, automotive structural castings, and precision-machined parts...
The downstream and end-user segments of the aluminium industry delivered a diverse mix of developments, ranging from corporate earnings and infrastructure-led demand growth to changing electric vehicle sales patterns and new manufacturing technologies. Aluminium processors benefited from stronger...
The global aluminium industry witnessed a week shaped by supply-side adjustments, expansion plans and evolving trade dynamics. From Guinea’s potential bauxite export restrictions and fresh alumina capacity developments in India and Vietnam to Rio Tinto’s operational gains, Vedanta’s record...
Sasol, a major chemicals company, is investing EUR 60 million (USD 69.7 million) to expand advanced materials and specialty chemicals production capacity of its Brunsbüttel, Germany, plant. This makes their alumina production even stronger. They'll use this cash to raise capacity at their current...
Aluminium rolled and extruded products manufacturer Constellium’s FY2025 chart pinned robust financial results, reinforced by firm demand across its packaging, aerospace and industrial product segments. The company reported notable gains in revenue, profitability and cash generation, improving...
More than 5.45 million electrified vehicles, including battery electric vehicles (BEVs), plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs) and hybrids, were sold across Europe, China and the United States during the first quarter of 2026. While Europe delivered double-digit growth driven by stronger demand...
High energy prices continue to pressure the European aluminium industry, with market participants warning that costs could rise further if disruption risks around the Strait of Hormuz persist. Europe’s summer energy restocking season could add further strain to supplies and increase the risk of...
A British family firm which makes pioneering products for improving aluminium manufacturing quality has scooped an award for its import-export model at a national business event. Aluminium Casthouse Technologies (ACT) won Best Import-Export Company of the Year at BizX 2026, hosted by TV presenter...
The final boat in a four-vessel order for Saudi Arabian urban developer Neom has now been delivered by Spanish shipbuilder Moggaro Aluminium Yachts, bringing the project to completion. According to Moggaro, the latest handover took place after a period of uncertainty caused by ongoing geopolitical...
