Canada’s H1’26 aluminium exports dip 12.57% amid US tariffs: What does H2 hold?
The first half (H1) of 2026 witnessed Canada’s exports of unwrought aluminium taking a deep plunge. The country supplied a total of 1.33 million tonnes of aluminium products to the world including unwrought aluminium, bars, rods and profiles, aluminium foil, pipes and tubes, plates, sheets and...
US-Canada trade conflict widens as Canada hits US aluminium imports with 50% tariffs
Canada's retaliatory tariffs on US goods, including aluminium and steel products, take effect as Washington intensifies pressure on Canadian industry. Canada is escalating its trade confrontation with the United States, imposing tariffs of up to 50 per cent on US imports worth CAD 27.6 billion (USD...
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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...
US revokes 25% tariff on aluminium from UK, 10% reciprocal remains intact
Great news for all the players directly or indirectly involved with the United Kingdom's aluminium and steel industry. On May 8, 2025, both the United States and the United Kingdom announced a limited trade agreement, highlighting the tariffs imposed by US President Donald Trump in the beginning of...
Aluminium exporters to the US fear losing business by dint of the ’25 tariff. What’s the reality after 3 months of tariff imposition?
The United States’ aluminium supply chain, a backbone for its automotive, construction, and packaging sectors, has been jolted once again by Washington’s swing back to protectionist trade policy. On March 12, 2025, the Trump administration reinstated a 25 per cent blanket tariff on all aluminium...
American aluminium supply chain resilience requires an all-of-the-above approach to metal supply
The Aluminum Association today released a new white paper developed in collaboration with Wittsend Commodity Advisors, Powering Up American Aluminum: A Roadmap for Next Generation Supply Chain Resilience , outlining pathways to move the United States industry toward greater self-sufficiency in its...
Chance Aluminum bags the Governor's Achievement Award for its outstanding support towards workforce & economic development
Advance Central PA, the regional workforce development board, is proud to announce that Chance Aluminum Corporation of Williamsport has received a Governor's Achievement Award. Presented jointly by the Pennsylvania Workforce Development Association and the Department of Labor and Industry, this...
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Trump’s gift from Qatar – the aluminium-infused Boeing 747 to serve as a temporary replacement for Air Force One
US President Donald Trump knows how to keep the headline game strong. Under a recent stint, Trump kept a surprising proposal of turning a luxury jet gifted by Qatar (Boeing 747) to him into a replacement for Air Force One. The announcement was made by Trump on Sunday, stating that the Defence...
Geneva accord presses pause on US-China tariff tensions, but can it revive US domestic aluminium?
China and the US struck a trade deal on May 12 in Geneva, prompting a collective sigh of relief from businesses and exporters, not just at home, but across the globe. After almost 90 days of retaliatory tariffs and spiralling economic tension, this long-awaited breakthrough spells hope for the...
India proposes retaliatory tariff on US imports to recoup $1.91 billion cost: A realistic strategy or a far-fetched dream?
After prolonged consultations and bilateral discussions with the United States regarding the 25 per cent tariffs on aluminium and steel exports, India has officially proposed the imposition of retaliatory duties under World Trade Organization (WTO) guidelines. These countermeasures, scheduled after...
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...
US-based Merritt acquires Magnum Trailer & Equipment, unlocking new potential across aluminium truck accessories
US-based Merritt, one of the leading manufacturers of livestock and gooseneck trailers, with a legacy spanning nearly 75 years, has announced a strategic move that aims to strengthen its foothold and expand capabilities across aluminium truck accessories. The Merritt family of companies comprising...
Expanding to US amidst trade tension, will Kam Pin Industrial face wits or woes?
Hong Kong-based aluminium company Kam Pin Industrial is expanding into the US market, urging overseas partners to remain their allies despite ongoing China-US trade tensions. Kam Pin Industrial is a rising leader in producing aluminium curtain walls for architectural exteriors. Image source:...
UK-US trade agreement: a positive step for UK aluminium, but challenges remain
The Aluminium Federation (ALFED) welcomes the announcement that the 25% tariffs imposed on UK aluminium exports to the United States have now been removed as part of a new trade agreement between the UK and the US. This long-awaited resolution marks an important moment for UK aluminium producers,...
Geneva to host the world’s most expensive conversation between China and US
Plenty has been ensuing between China and the US since February, as the US President imposed tariffs on China phase by phase. Starting with a 10 per cent tariff on steel and aluminium, the US tariffs for importing goods from China eventually range between 145 per cent and 245 per cent, leading to...
Expectations of weakening market demand grow stronger, with short-term domestic aluminium prices expected to fluctuate considerably
Futures : Yesterday, the most-traded SHFE aluminium 2506 contract opened at RMB 19,560 per tonne, with a high of RMB 19,615 per tonne, a low of RMB 19,530 per tonne, and closed at RMB 19,570 per tonne, up 0.46 per cent. Trading volume was 48,000 lots, and open interest was 191,000 lots. LME...
Tariff fallout: US aluminium trade trends down with imports dampened by 12% in February 2025
There was widespread speculation that US aluminium imports might surge ahead of the 25 per cent tariff implementation on March 12, driven by businesses rushing to bring in shipments before the duty took effect. At the same time, concerns mounted over the potential impact of the tariffs on aluminium...
US-based all-aluminium engine company Carroll Shelby announces major upgrade for its 289 V8 crate
US-based Carroll Shelby Engine Company, known for manufacturing specialised high-performance aluminium engines, has recently announced a major upgrade for its 289 V8 crate engine. The engine has been bored and stroked to increase its displacement to 364 cubic inches. As a result, it now produces...
Insider report: USD 1.5B loss to hit Ford after Trump's latest tariff take
On May 5, 2025, Ford Motor Company suspended its annual guidance for stakeholders due to the rising uncertainty created by Trump's tariffs. As per the authorities, the current tariffs would levy the company with a loss of nearly USD 1.5 billion in adjusted earnings before interest and tax. Is it...
Anheuser-Busch produces 100 millionth can of emergency drinking water for communities in need
Anheuser-Busch, a leading American manufacturer and maker of Michelob ULTRA, Busch Light, Budweiser, Bud Light, and Stella Artois, today produced its 100 millionth can of emergency drinking water for communities impacted by disaster since 1988. For decades, Anheuser-Busch has periodically paused...
