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2026 Audi Q3: Aluminium interiors, 201 BHP, E20 compatibility and tech-boost
The 2026 Audi Q3 is all set to arrive in India with a redesigned look, a technology-packed cabin and a few metallic touches that help its interior shine. Aluminium inserts add a premium edge to the dashboard and cabin surfaces, complementing the soft-touch materials and digital displays. Under the bonnet, a 2.0-litre turbo-petrol engine produces 201 BHP and 320 Nm of torque, while Quattro all-wheel drive (AWD) adds confidence on the road. The engine is also E20-compatible, a relevant consideration for motorists in India as the use of ethanol-blended petrol grows. To know the aluminium casting demand forecast in the transportation sector, explore our report "Global Aluminium Casting Market 2026-2032: Plant Economics, Alloy Segmentation, Pricing Intelligence, Supply Chain Analysis &...
Head of State Property Fund acknowledges: Mykolaiv Alumina Plant privatisation auction in Q1 2027
Ukraine’s Mykolaiv Alumina Plant could go up for a privatisation auction in the first quarter of 2027, according to Dmytro Natalukha, head of Ukraine's State Property Fund. The government must approve the final auction date, which Natalukha expects to be announced by the end of October 2026. In a recent interview with NikVesti, Natalukha said, “This is one of the few enterprises on our books that attracts regular and persistent interest. However, a change of ownership would not necessarily mean an immediate restart of production. An investor could acquire the facility and keep it idle until operating conditions improve. To know the futuristic market and value proposition of red mud, explore the report " A Comprehensive Analysis of Bauxite Residue (Red Mud): Sustainability, Resource...
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Australia’s alumina exports fall 9.46% despite China’s 19-fold import surge, with shipments to Indonesia & Oman also rising
Australia, one of the world’s major alumina production and export hubs, witnessed a significant shift in its trade flows in the first half (H1) of 2026. Although the country’s total alumina exports declined, shipments to China surged nearly 19-fold, making it Australia’s one of the largest export destinations. Meanwhile, exports to the UAE and South Africa fell, while Indonesia and Oman recorded increases. Australia exported 6.7 million tonnes of alumina worldwide in H1 2026, down 9.46 per cent from 7.4 million tonnes in H1 2025. Compared with 7.5 million tonnes in H1 2024, exports declined by 800,000 tonnes, or 10.67 per cent, over two years. The contrasting performance across major destinations highlights how Middle East shipping disruptions, changes in aluminium production requirements...
Century Aluminum reports $752m in Q2 net sales as output rises 6%
Century Aluminum reported net sales of $752 million in the second quarter of 2026, up from $103 million in the previous quarter. Net income reached $249 million, while adjusted EBITDA was $327 million. Aluminum shipments totaled approximately 131,000 metric tons, up 6% quarter-on-quarter, following the Mount Holly expansion in the United States and the restart of Line 2 at the Grundartangi smelter in Iceland. Peter Tripkofsky, executive vice president and chief financial officer of Century Aluminum, said higher LME aluminum prices and regional premiums contributed $95 million to the increase in adjusted EBITDA in the second quarter compared with the previous quarter. Capital expenditure totaled $59 million in Q2, with $37 million for the Mount Holly expansion and Jamalco’s new TG4 power...
Senior industry leaders set to join inaugural ALUMINIUM Arabia 2026
ALUMINIUM Arabia 2026 has confirmed a lineup of senior industry leaders and experts for its inaugural edition, taking place at Arena Riyadh on Nov. 11-12. Bringing together more than 30 speakers, the event will provide a platform for industry dialogue on the trends, technologies and opportunities shaping the future of the aluminium sector in Saudi Arabia and the wider region. Confirmed speakers include Ahmed Al Shaikh, chief operating officer of Maaden Aluminium; Khalid AlKhousan, general manager of Metallic Industries Development at the Ministry of Industry and Mineral Resources; Abdulaziz Al Ghamdi, general manager, Integrated Solutions at ALUPCO; Fatema Almohri, managing director of Pyrotek Bahrain; and Rana Abdullah Zamai, founder and chairwoman of the Women in Mining Association of...
Alcoa prepares for quarterly results as metals markets heat up
Alcoa Corporation is drawing market attention ahead of its third-quarter results as firmer aluminium and alumina prices shape expectations for the integrated producer. The company is scheduled to report its results on October 15, 2026, after the close of trading on the New York Stock Exchange. The broader metals market has also attracted interest, with copper and precious metals strengthening and materials companies benefiting from renewed investor attention. Aluminium remains a key industrial metal within this environment, placing producers such as Alcoa in focus as investors assess market conditions ahead of the earnings update. Aluminium prices and energy costs shape the outlook Aluminium is widely used in transport, packaging, construction and electrical applications because of its...
Oswal Pumps targets greater solar supply-chain control with with ₹4.65 billion investment
Oswal Pumps Limited plans to invest INR 4.65 billion (USD 47.3 million) in a 1.2 GW TOPCon solar cell manufacturing facility through its wholly owned subsidiary, Oswal Solar Energy Private Limited (OSEPL), as the company seeks to strengthen backward integration and reduce reliance on external suppliers. Commercial production is expected to begin by April 2028, subject to the necessary approvals. According to a regulatory filing dated October 10, 2026, OSEPL’s board has approved the proposed project. The facility is expected to meet approximately 75% of the subsidiary’s solar cell requirements, with the remaining demand continuing to be sourced from external suppliers. The investment marks a shift in priorities towards solar cell manufacturing, as Oswal Pumps looks to secure a more...
Alupro publishes independent econometric review of the UK PRN market
Alupro has released an in-depth econometric analysis of the PRN market, looking back at data collated over the past 12 years to dig deeper into the fundamental relationship between PRN prices and their resulting impact on recycling tonnages. Amid a complex period of regulatory transformation, the report aims to provide comprehensive, quantitative insight to help guide future policy decisions. Alongside evaluating the performance of the PRN system and drawing unbiased conclusions from independent statistical analysis, the initiative set out to answer three important questions: Whether higher PRN prices actually incentivise higher recycling tonnages Whether PRN prices rationally respond to evidence surpluses and shortfalls Whether domestic reprocessing and export markets respond differently...
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Indonesia launches two aluminium plants as Weda Bay projects attract $10b
Indonesia has launched the development of two aluminium plants at Weda Bay as part of new industrial projects worth billions of dollars. President Prabowo Subianto announced the projects on Thursday and said the government was committed to protecting investments. The four projects launched at the industrial park are worth around USD 3 billion. Investment in six other projects is expected to reach around USD 7 billion, Investment Minister Rosan Roeslani said at the event. Among the companies investing in the projects are PT Weda Bay Aluminium, PT Guang Ching Nickel Cobalt and PT Flatsolar Energy Indonesia, according to the Investment Ministry. Explore the production, demand and consumption forecasts of bauxite and alumina in our report: " Global Bauxite & Alumina Market Forecast to 2036:...
Guangxi’s newly commissioned capacity continues to release, alumina supply stays high
Overnight, the most-traded alumina 2701 contract showed a strong rebound, opening at RMB 2,661 per tonne, dipping to an intraday low of RMB 2,659 per tonne before finding support, then drifting higher to an intraday high of RMB 2,726 per tonne, and finally closing at RMB 2,723 per tonne, near the day's high. The daily candlestick formed a large bullish candle, breaking through multiple moving average resistance levels in one move, with short-term bullish momentum strengthening significantly. Trading volume expanded sharply, rising by 127,000 lots from the previous trading day to 171,000 lots, as market activity heated up rapidly and bullish capital showed strong willingness to enter. Open interest fell by 49,969 lots to 217,000 lots, as bears liquidated positions on a large scale during...
Hindalco’s digital alumina tender tests a new route to price discovery
With only 10 per cent of globally traded alumina changing hands on the spot market, Hindalco is moving its tenders online in an effort to strengthen the evidence behind benchmark prices. For a commodity market where a relatively small number of transactions can influence prices across a much larger pool of long-term contracts, the quality of the underlying data matters. That is the challenge facing alumina, and Hindalco is now testing whether digital trading infrastructure can help address it. Hindalco is expected to conduct its first digital tender for metallurgical-grade alumina on Metalshub before the end of 2026. The physical cargo sold through the tender may be only part of the significance of the transaction. The more important outcome could be the structured market data generated...
Indonesia launches two aluminium plants as Weda Bay projects attract $10b
Indonesia has launched the development of two aluminium plants at Weda Bay as part of new industrial projects worth billions of dollars. President Prabowo Subianto announced the projects on Thursday and said the government was committed to protecting investments. The four projects launched at the industrial park are worth around USD 3 billion. Investment in six other projects is expected to reach around USD 7 billion, Investment Minister Rosan Roeslani said at the event. Among the companies investing in the projects are PT Weda Bay Aluminium, PT Guang Ching Nickel Cobalt and PT Flatsolar Energy Indonesia, according to the Investment Ministry. Explore the production, demand and consumption forecasts of bauxite and alumina in our report: " Global Bauxite & Alumina Market Forecast to 2036:...
Guangxi’s newly commissioned capacity continues to release, alumina supply stays high
Overnight, the most-traded alumina 2701 contract showed a strong rebound, opening at RMB 2,661 per tonne, dipping to an intraday low of RMB 2,659 per tonne before finding support, then drifting higher to an intraday high of RMB 2,726 per tonne, and finally closing at RMB 2,723 per tonne, near the day's high. The daily candlestick formed a large bullish candle, breaking through multiple moving average resistance levels in one move, with short-term bullish momentum strengthening significantly. Trading volume expanded sharply, rising by 127,000 lots from the previous trading day to 171,000 lots, as market activity heated up rapidly and bullish capital showed strong willingness to enter. Open interest fell by 49,969 lots to 217,000 lots, as bears liquidated positions on a large scale during...
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