South Korea’s Russian aluminium imports reached a record high in 2025, making Russia the country’s largest aluminium supplier for the first time. The sharp increase has strengthened Korea’s dependence on Russian metal even as the US and Europe tighten sanctions against Moscow. The exposure is...
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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The next chapter of Vedanta Limited’s restructuring journey begins on June 15, with four newly demerged businesses making their stock market debut. The entities, viz., Vedanta Aluminium Metal Limited, Vedanta Power Limited, Vedanta Oil & Gas Limited, and Vedanta Iron & Steel Limited, will be listed...
As prevailing geopolitical volatility has led the European Union (EU) to impose trade sanctions on Russia-bound exports, alumina shipment concerns have taken centre stage. EU-member nation Estonia has renewed its call for a complete ban on alumina exports to Russia, citing concerns that the...
China is marking its footprint as the world's leading processor of critical minerals, extending its influence well beyond mining into the refining stage, which highlights modern technologies. The country currently dominates refined production for 19 of the world's 20 key critical minerals,...
After Turkey’s move to guard its domestic aluminium foil industry from Chinese dumping , India has decided to extend the anti-dumping duty on aluminium foil imports from China, Indonesia, Malaysia and Thailand until December 15, 2026. The decision was passed as domestic producers like Hindalco...
As part of the series, “ The Rise of Global Aluminium Hubs Outside China ”, the first chapter explores India’s emergence as a key player in the global aluminium landscape. Co-authored by two industry experts, Dr. Subodh Das and Mr. Abhijit Pati, the article provides an in-depth assessment of the...
Have the speculations of India’s staggering loss worth USD 4.56 billion from metal exports to the US post-tariffs come true? Statistics strongly disagree. In the January-March quarter (Q1) of 2026, India’s export value of primary aluminium to the United States surged by 43.64 per cent year-on-year...
Mumbai-based bauxite and bentonite exporting firm Ashapura Minechem Limited has delivered a robust FY2026 financial performance, anchored by higher bauxite and iron ore shipments from its Guinea business, the key growth engine throughout FY2026. As the year generated record revenue figures, the...
Turkey has officially retained the 22 per cent CIF anti-dumping (AD) duty on Chinese aluminium foil imports for the next five years. The decision extends trade protection measures that have been in place for more than a decade. According to Notice No. 2026/16 issued by the Turkish Ministry of Trade...
Steel Strips Wheels has placed its aluminium wheel and aluminium knuckle project at the centre of its next growth phase, with construction and commissioning activities progressing at its Bhuj facility in Gujarat, India. The company is investing around INR 5 billion (USD 52.4 million) in the...
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...
While observing the World Environment Day on June 5, 2026, celebration and upkeep of environmental values and sustainability goals become a must. A key takeaway emerges as we look at the sustainability initiatives adopted by Vedanta Limited and its branch, Hindustan Zinc Limited, recognising and...
As the market continues to track Vedanta’s demerger exercise, the company has taken another step toward its proposed business separation. Vedanta Limited announced on June 3, 2026, that its power subsidiary, Talwandi Sabo Power Limited, has officially been renamed Vedanta Power Limited , following...
India’s crude oil and liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) imports have shown signs of recovery in May 2026 after supply disruptions caused by the Middle East conflict affected inflows during March and April. Liquefied natural gas (LNG) supplies have largely improved, outpacing the pre-conflict levels....
The Indian National Congress (INC), an Indian political party, has expressed concern to the Union Government over the proposed bauxite project at Odisha’s Koraput district. Mr Jairam Ramesh, the General Secretary of the INC, has referred to the Forest Rights Act, 2006, to safeguard tribal as well...
Odisha is advancing with the mining auction process for eleven mineral blocks across essential mining districts, reopening discussions around some of the state’s most coveted resource projects. Among the assets on offer is the Karlapat bauxite block in Kalahandi district, a deposit that has long...
Chinese electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer BYD has unveiled engineering details behind the advanced one-piece aluminium frame used in its luxury SUV, the Yangwang U8L. The company disclosed that the development programme began in 2023 and involved building what is said to be China’s largest...
Indonesia is reportedly locking in industrial and technology partnerships with China as discussions with Hebei Province focus attention on smart manufacturing, strategic supply chains and downstream development of minerals such as bauxite and nickel. Explore the relevance of red mud in the...
The global aluminium sector is witnessing a sharp transition as recycling, low-carbon technologies, trade tensions and supply chain disruptions reshape industry priorities. On the one hand, stronger earnings and recycling investments have been unlocked, while on the other hand, the impact of the...
