China’s aluminium export surge in the first half (H1) of 2026, crossing 250,000 tonnes, has come with a surge in its alumina imports as well, feeding the smelting and primary aluminium production. China’s January-June alumina imports marked a drastic year-on-year surge of about 749.4 per cent,...
On July 23, 2026, a delegation from Shanghai Metals Market (SMM) conducted an on-site visit to TRAN HONG QUAN METALLURGY Co., Ltd. (THQ) in Vietnam. The delegation included: Logan Lu, CEO of SMM Cason Lou, Director of Aluminium Processing, Marketing Department Lexi Chen, Key Account Manager for...
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No one in the global tech supply chain has a clear read on where US tariffs will finally land, but one truth is already cementing, that the deepest fault line will be between Washington and Beijing. The biggest casualties? Companies welded to China’s tightly integrated technology manufacturing...
ASEAN’s shift to renewable energy is being slowed not by technology or cost. Although solar PV prices have plunged 80 per cent and battery costs by 70 per cent over the past decade, the region lacks unified policy frameworks like harmonised renewable energy certificates, emissions accounting, and...
Overall, in the first half of 2025 (H1), total imports of unwrought aluminium alloy amounted to 542,300 tonnes, representing an 11.7 per cent decline Y-o-Y. Monthly imports were all below 100,000 tonnes, while exports rebounded slightly Y-o-Y. Recently, the General Administration of Customs...
Guangxi, a key hub for China’s aluminium industry, is actively pursuing collaboration with Vietnam’s Cao Bang province in aluminium mining and processing. During recent meetings, Guangxi officials have consistently highlighted their interest in partnering with Cao Bang for the exploration,...
As the United States deepens its bilateral trade ties with Indonesia and Vietnam, a lion’s share of European exports to these Southeast Asian economies faces a potential risk of trade dislodgment. According to a recent media analysis, around 10 per cent of the European Union’s total exports to...
On July 11, 2025, the US Department of Commerce (DOC) launched anti-circumvention investigations into disposable aluminium containers, pans, trays, and lids imported from Vietnam and Thailand. The petition was filed by the Aluminum Foil Container Manufacturers Association. But in general, US also...
The wait is almost over! Just one day to go until the inauguration of the 20th ALUMINIUM CHINA , Asia’s leading trade show and B2B platform for the aluminium industry, taking place from the July 9 th to 11th at the Shanghai New International Expo Centre. Completing two decades of industry...
As the global aluminium market braces for a new phase of industrial transition, driven by decarbonisation, electric mobility, and infrastructure growth, the mineral fuelling this surge is quietly building geopolitical weight. Bauxite, the primary ore for aluminium, is showing a reshaped reserve...
Vietnam’s gallium industry is gathering pace, supported by the country’s substantial bauxite reserves. While current production levels remain modest, government-led efforts are underway to enhance mining and smelting capabilities. Analysts project strong growth from 2025 to 2034, driven by advanced...
Japan has officially requested an exemption from US President Donald Trump’s proposed 25 per cent tariffs on steel and aluminium, as well as other reciprocal tariffs, according to a report from Tokyo-based Kyodo News. Meanwhile, Vietnam is prepared to engage with the United States to discuss the...
Marubeni Corporation, a major Japanese integrated trading and investment business conglomerate has recently invested Nguyet Minh 2 Trading-Services-Environment Joint Stock Company (NM2), a Vietnamese company specialising in aluminium recycling. Vietnam is Southeast Asia's largest consumer of...
According to customs data, China's aluminium extrusion exports (HS codes 76041010, 76041090, 76042100, 76042910, 76042990) in December 2024 totalled 74,100 tonnes, down 40.04 per cent M-o-M and 16.58 per cent Y-o-Y. The decline was mainly due to the Ministry of Finance's announcement on November 15...
As the global demand for aluminium continues to surge, the noteworthy advancement of bauxite mining projects has never been more prominent. In 2024, several groundbreaking initiatives around the world are reshaping the landscape of this critical industry. From Vietnam’s ambitious circular economy...
Dak Nong provincial leaders have reported that in the previous calendar year of 2024, they attended numerous meetings with the Prime Minister and the Government to address and clarify obstacles related to bauxite planning. Their goal was to overcome challenges and promote economic and social...
The board members of Nam Dinh province's (Vietnam) industrial parks have granted approval for the investment in the development of an alloy factory by Kam Kiu Aluminium Products Group Limited, a leading aluminium extruder in Hong Kong (China). The total investment for the construction, which is...
China's aluminium plate, sheet and strip exports trended up in October 2024, both monthly and annually. According to China customs data, the export volume in the said month stood at 300,300 tonnes, reflecting a Y-o-Y hike of 34 per cent and a M-o-M rise of 4 per cent. Image Source: Mingtai...
According to industry experts at the recent BIR convention in Singapore, Southeast Asia is rapidly establishing itself as a major hub for metals recycling, with new facilities emerging across Malaysia, Thailand, and Vietnam. Currently, BIR has a membership of over 1,100 companies, and around 1,200...
An Lap Phat (ALP), a Vietnam–based manufacturer of aluminium profiles specifically for building and construction applications, has recently launched its business policy focussing on sustainability at the Customer Conference. An Lap Phat emphasised its commitment to collaborative growth, enhancing...
