AL Circle Custom Reports: Research | Insights | Intelligence - Built Around Your Aluminium Business
Your trusted partner for aluminium industry research, consulting, and strategic insights
In a rapidly shifting aluminium landscape, decisions demand more than generic data; they require specific market insights based on a deep industry understanding.
As the Market Research & Data Intelligence (MRDI) division of AL Circle, the world’s fastest-growing digital ecosystem for the aluminium value chain, we offer precision-driven intelligence and consulting support to aid in your company’s growth journey, investment plans, and long-term strategy.
Our custom reports combine the rigour of a market research company with the domain expertise of an aluminium-focused think tank. From upstream to downstream, from sustainability to trade, and from digitalisation to demand forecasting, we equip leaders with market research for businesses operating in one of the world’s most dynamic materials sectors.
Whether you are planning expansion, entering a new global region, assessing competitors, or building a business case, we deliver actionable research that strengthens every decision.
Why AL Circle research is your competitive advantage
1. Trusted by leaders across the value chain: From bauxite miners to downstream processors, recyclers to automotive giants, policy bodies to suppliers, global stakeholders rely on AL Circle for intelligence that drives outcomes.
Here are some of the projects we have delivered successfully.
Aluminium smelter emission benchmarking study for a primary aluminium producer
Problem statement:
An aluminium smelter required a detailed understanding of emissions from specific greenhouse and process-related gases across leading global aluminium smelting operations.
The goal was to benchmark performance, identify emission intensity gaps and support internal sustainability and compliance planning.
Our custom solution:
- Comprehensive emission profiling of selected gases across the top global aluminium smelters
- Comparative benchmarking of emission intensity by technology type and region
- Identification of best-performing operations and key emission drivers
- Actionable insights to support emission reduction strategy and reporting frameworks
Project timeline: 10 weeks
Alumina supply feasibility study for an upcoming aluminium smelter
Problem statement:
An upcoming aluminium smelter required a comprehensive alumina supply feasibility assessment to support project planning, investment decisions, and long-term feedstock security.
The objective was to evaluate whether sufficient smelter-grade alumina (SGA) would be
available over the smelter’s operating life at competitive and predictable costs, while
minimising supply and price risks.
Our custom solution:
Supply feasibility & market assessment
- Long-term demand-supply forecast for smelter-grade alumina from 2025 to 2036, aligned with global smelter and refinery project timelines
- Mapping of current alumina production by region and supplier
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Assessment of future alumina availability through announced and probable refinery
capacity additions and closures
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Forecast of alumina consumption based on global smelter capacity expansions and
shutdowns
- Year-on-year comparison of forecasted alumina production versus consumption to identify potential structural shortages or surpluses
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Detailed evaluation of India-specific alumina supply options, including supplier-wise
production and consumption outlook
Pricing, trade & commercial analysis
- Current FOB alumina prices from key supplying regions
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Analysis of import duties, taxes, and tariff structures applicable to the target import
market
- Region-wise comparison of smelter-grade alumina prices
- Long-term regional FOB price forecasts
- Review of prevailing contractual pricing mechanisms in the alumina market
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Analysis of recently executed long-term contracts, including pricing structures and
commercial terms
Sourcing strategy & risk mitigation
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Development of a diversified alumina sourcing strategy (2 to 3 suppliers) based on Total
Cost of Ownership (TCO)
- Evaluation of domestic versus international sourcing options
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Assessment of long-term offtake agreements with fixed-price and index-linked
mechanisms
- Recommended sourcing mix between fixed-price contracts and spot purchases
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Stress-testing of sourcing strategies under multiple scenarios, including price volatility,
regional instability, logistics constraints, and lead-time risks
Project timeline: 10 weeks
Aluminium demand intelligence & sectoral consumption study
Problem statement:
A rapid assessment was required to map aluminium consumption patterns across key end-use sectors and build a structured data foundation for ongoing market analysis to support a global aluminium intelligence initiative.
Our custom solution:
- Primary aluminium and secondary aluminium sector-wise consumption
- Primary aluminium and secondary aluminium production trends
- Sector-wise aluminium consumption assessment across major end-use industries
- Standardised data framework to support continuous tracking and future updates
- YClear insights into demand drivers and sectoral growth trends
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Executive-ready outputs suitable for internal strategy, planning, and stakeholder communication
Project timeline: 3 weeks
- Current FOB alumina prices from key supplying regions
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Analysis of import duties, taxes, and tariff structures applicable to the target import
market
- Region-wise comparison of smelter-grade alumina prices
- Long-term regional FOB price forecasts
- Review of prevailing contractual pricing mechanisms in the alumina market
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Analysis of recently executed long-term contracts, including pricing structures and
commercial terms
Sourcing strategy & risk mitigation
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Development of a diversified alumina sourcing strategy (2 to 3 suppliers) based on Total
Cost of Ownership (TCO)
- Evaluation of domestic versus international sourcing options
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Assessment of long-term offtake agreements with fixed-price and index-linked
mechanisms
- Recommended sourcing mix between fixed-price contracts and spot purchases
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Stress-testing of sourcing strategies under multiple scenarios, including price volatility,
regional instability, logistics constraints, and lead-time risks
Project timeline: 10 weeks
2. Built exclusively for aluminium: Unlike generic market research agencies or marketing research companies, our work is 100% aluminium-centric. Every insight, dataset, benchmark, and forecast is engineered to reflect the realities of this industry.
3. Designed for strategic clarity: Our B2B custom reports help organisations answer fundamental questions about markets, technology, sustainability, and competitive positioning, essential for market research to start a business, strengthen a business plan, or support board-level decisions.
We don’t just tell you what is happening. We explain why it matters and what you should do next.
Our core capabilities:
Strategic consulting & advisory: Impact-driven advisory powered by industry experts
We guide aluminium businesses on:
- Go-to-market pathways
- Market-entry strategies
- Investment assessment and feasibility
- Long-term transformation opportunities
This is where the industry knowledge meets the rigour of a top aluminium market research firm.
Customised reports: When standard studies aren't enough, our custom market research brings clarity
We build confidential, high-value reports that support:
- Competitive landscape evaluations
- Sustainability benchmarking and ESG alignment
- Policy and regulatory impact analysis
- Technology, innovation & cost modelling
- Supply chain & procurement intelligence
Everything is tailored to your goals, a hallmark of the best market research companies serving the B2B sector.
Market research & forecasting: Intelligence designed to support smarter aluminium growth decisions
Our proprietary research spans every aluminium segment:
- Primary sector: Bauxite, alumina, red mud, primary aluminium
- Downstream: Flat Rolled Products (FRP), extrusions, castings, etc
- Circular economy: Recycling, secondary aluminium, dross recovery, etc
- Application industries: Packaging, automotive, construction, aerospace, etc
We deliver:
- Market size & growth projections
- Global demand; supply dynamics
- Regional outlooks
- Trade flow intelligence and more
Ideal for organisations seeking specialised B2B market research or target market research for expansion.
Aluminium data & analytics: Data-backed analysis to track markets, risks, and opportunities in your preferred format
Our advanced analytics and dashboards provide:
- Real-time & historical trade datasets
- Price and premium tracking
- Capacity & production monitoring
- Energy consumption & emission benchmarks
A valuable resource for companies evaluating markets, building forecasts, or conducting market study exercises for new business initiatives.
Your strategic advantage starts here
If your organisation needs research shaped around your product, market, customers, supply chain, or future roadmap, AL Circle’s custom research and consultation is your competitive edge.
Let’s start the conversation and build intelligence that moves YOUR aluminium business forward.
- Go-to-market pathways
- Market-entry strategies
- Investment assessment and feasibility
- Long-term transformation opportunities
This is where the industry knowledge meets the rigour of a top aluminium market research firm.
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