Major aluminium producers have offered Japanese buyers premiums of USD 310-325 per tonne for primary aluminium shipments in the October-December quarter. The bar is 18-22 per cent lower than the USD 395 per tonne premium agreed for the current July-September quarter. The premium paid by Japanese...
Asia’s alumina exports entered 2026 on a strong footing, with shipments to global markets reaching 7.05 million tonnes worth USD 2.76 billion in H1 2026 , up 27.36 per cent year-on-year . The sharp rise in H1 was driven by a quarter-on-quarter surge by a considerable margin. This indicates an...
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Enfinity Global, a trailblazer in renewable energy, recently achieved a significant milestone by securing ¥29.2 billion ($195 million) financing for a solar power project in Japan. This innovative endeavour, nestled in the picturesque Aomori Prefecture, promises to revolutionise Japan's energy...
Japan-based YKK Corporation, a renowned global manufacturer of fastening products, has announced its plans to shift towards eco-friendly zippers by adopting alloy wires made from low-carbon aluminium. This strategic move aligns with the company's goal of reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, as...
Japan aluminium premiums for the April-June quarter (Q2 2024) shipments are agreed upon at $145-148 per tonne, reported six sources directly involved in pricing talks. The figures are settled lower than the initial offerings of $145-155 per tonne but record a substantial growth of $61 to 64 per...
Aluminium showed strong performance yesterday, supported by factors like higher premiums in Japan and better-than-expected economic data from China, which countered worries about reduced demand from the world's largest consumer. Additionally, encouraging news from U.S. manufacturing, showing...
Japan is one of those countries exhibiting a buoyant aluminium market for the fiscal year 2024, driven by potential demand due to the revival in the semiconductor and automobile sectors. According to the estimated data shared by the Aluminum Research Committee, Japan’s demand for aluminium products...
The aluminium industry in Japan is witnessing a remarkable surge in premiums for the April to June period, with negotiations resulting in a substantial 61 per cent increase over the previous quarter. The agreed premium of $145 per tonne above the benchmark price reflects a significant uptick in...
According to the State Statistics Committee, in 2022, Azerbaijan exported 5,102 tonnes of aluminium to Japan for a total value of $12.73 million. However, in 2023, aluminium exports from Azerbaijan to Japan saw a notable increase. The country exported 6,598 tonnes of this non-ferrous metal,...
Discussions are underway regarding the premium on aluminium stocked in Japan for the April to June period, involving overseas producers, domestic consumers, and major trading companies. Producers suggest a premium between $145 and $155 per tonne, indicating a substantial 61-72 per cent increase...
According to a source directly involved in pricing discussions, a Japanese aluminium buyer has agreed to pay a premium of $130 per tonne above the benchmark price for shipments scheduled from April 2024 to June 2024. This marks a significant 48 per cent increase from the previous quarter. The...
Japan has a well-established aluminium casting industry with a long history of producing high-quality aluminium products for various sectors, including automotive, electronics, construction, and aerospace. Aluminium as a metal has been a key player in Japan's manufacturing sector, contributing...
In February 2024, Japan's factory activity experienced its most rapid decline over three years due to diminishing demand. The preliminary Japan Manufacturing Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI) from au Jibun Bank dropped to 47.2, down from January's 48.0, signalling ongoing contraction in private...
Aluminium producers worldwide have proposed premiums to Japanese buyers ranging from $145 to $155 per tonne for primary metal shipments from April to June, marking a substantial increase of 61 per cent to 72 per cent compared to the current quarter. This information was disclosed by three sources...
Two prominent East Asian nations, the world's top economies, are leading in the steel industry. Now, from the cross border, two steel giants are poised to make significant investments in the aluminium sector. Kobe Steel, the third-largest steelmaker in Japan, and China Baowu Steel Group, a global...
In a significant stride towards advancing the additive manufacturing landscape, Taiyo Nippon Sanso Corporation, Ltd. (TNSC), a prominent industrial gas company based in Tokyo, Japan, has secured the sales rights for Constellium's Aheadd Additive Manufacturing powders. This strategic move aligns...
According to the data shared by the Japan Aluminium Association, aluminium rolled product shipments in 2023 declined year-on-year by 6.5 per cent, reaching the lowest point in the past 20 years. The shipment volume through the year totalled 1,707,547 tonnes, falling below the levels observed during...
According to China customs data, China’s aluminium wheels exports amounted to 72,600 tonnes in December 2023, reflecting a month-on-month fall of 6 per cent but a year-on-year hike of 9 per cent. The total export volume through the year, thus, stood at 934,000 tonnes, up by 58,500 tonnes from the...
Suntory Spirits, a harmonious note within the beverage giant Suntory Group, has orchestrated a delightful melody with its latest innovation. The spotlight shines on their limited-edition creation, The Premium Malt cans, gracing the shelves of Japanese stores this month. What makes this composition...
In the recent aviation incident at Tokyo's Haneda airport involving the Japan Airlines Airbus A350, the resilience of the aircraft's composite structure, comprising 53% composite materials, has come into sharp focus. The collision with a smaller plane resulted in a fierce blaze, marking the first...
