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CBM urges UK-EU agreement to protect aluminium, steel and automotive supply chains
The Confederation of British Metalforming (CBM) has called for closer UK-EU relations, warning that proposed European industrial policies could affect British manufacturers supplying the aluminium, steel and automotive industries. Stephen Morley, CBM President and Chair of the Euroforge Automotive Sector, made the call at the organisation's autumn meeting in Munich. He said stronger cooperation between the UK and EU was important for protecting manufacturing jobs, investment and cross-border supply chains. He stated, “ We need to protect British industry, but we also need to recognise that the UK and European automotive sectors are deeply connected. What damages one part of the supply chain will inevitably affect the other. ” Join the fourth edition of webinar " Hedging for recyclers -...
Alba at LME Week 2026: CEO Ali Al Baqali strengthens global aluminium industry ties
Aluminium Bahrain B.S.C. (Alba) strengthened its engagement with the global aluminium and metals industry as CEO Ali Al Baqali led the company’s delegation to London Metal Exchange (LME) Week 2026 in London. The event provided an opportunity to connect with international stakeholders and discuss market trends, sustainability and global supply chain developments. The delegation attended the LME Metals Seminar on 19 October at the Queen Elizabeth II Centre. The seminar brought together more than 800 delegates and industry leaders to examine the macroeconomic outlook, metals market trends, sustainability and global supply chain dynamics. Explore- Most comprehensive and forward-looking industry-focused report — Global Bauxite & Alumina Market Forecast to 2036: Supply–Demand, Trade Flows &...
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Rio Tinto Q3 2026: 10% alumina growth offsets 4% bauxite dip; aluminium output stays firm
Rio Tinto’s third-quarter (Q3) 2026 production results report contrasting trends across its aluminium value chain, with bauxite production declining 4 per cent year-on-year (Y-o-Y), alumina output amounting to 6.11 million tonnes and primary aluminium stood at 2.52 million tonnes. The company maintained its full-year 2026 production guidance for all three commodities, while highlighting operational improvements, upcoming refinery constraints and progress on Pacific aluminium smelter repowering. Rio Tinto Chief Executive Simon Trott stated, “We delivered strong operational performance in the third quarter.” He further highlighted progress on decarbonisation, noting that the company’s “Pacific Aluminium smelter repowering arrangements” were “now well progressed.” Explore the production,...
UK aluminium expansion: CO Group plans Doncaster facility as retail sales rise 12%
Conservatory Outlet Group, one of the UK’s leading home improvement groups, is set to establish a new aluminium manufacturing facility in Doncaster, marking its first move into in-house aluminium production. The investment will transform a 15,000-square-feet factory into a purpose-built facility equipped with dedicated CNC machines, cutting centres and crimpers. The project is expected to create 20 new jobs and expand the product range available to the group’s home improvement businesses and 30-retailer network. The announcement was made at the group’s annual Gala Dinner in Malaga, attended by nearly 100 guests from its ‘Network’. The event marked the largest gathering in the group’s 20-year history. To know the global production, demand and consumption forecasts of aluminium extrusions,...
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...
Primetals wins 23-package order from China’s Dingsheng for aluminium foil expansion
London-based Primetals Technologies has won a new order from the Chinese aluminium flat-rolled products (FRPs) and processing items manufacturer Jiangsu Dingsheng New Materials, to supply 23 equipment packages for its aluminium foil mill expansion projects in China. Signed in August 2026, the contract covers Air Bearing ShapeMeters (ABSM), ISV-Electric and ISV-Electric Compact spray bars, and VPT3 position transducers for several locations. The technologies are designed to strengthen strip shape control and process performance, reinforcing Dingsheng’s efforts to expand aluminium foil capacity while maintaining consistent product quality and efficient mill operation. Explore: The most comprehensive and forward-looking industry-focused report – Aluminum Foil Market Report Forecast Till 2035...
Your next job could be on the Isle of Wight as Joedan creates 150 new positions
Joedan is investing more than GBP 4 million (approx USD 5.3 million) in a major expansion of its Isle of Wight operation, a move expected to create up to 150 new jobs, including 30 apprenticeships, as the company strengthens its manufacturing footprint. The expansion will include a new 25,000 sq ft manufacturing extension, additional machinery, warehousing, and a showroom at the company’s site on a 3.5-acre plot in Newport. Planning permission for the new manufacturing facility has already been secured. Investment supports UK manufacturing jobs Joedan founder John Purcaro said the company was prepared to invest at a time when the market remains challenging because of its long-term confidence in the Isle of Wight and the future of UK window and door manufacturing. “Not many businesses of...
529m metal aerosol units sold in UK in 2025 as demand shifts across categories
UK aluminium and metal aerosol packaging sales reached approximately 529 million units in 2025, with strong growth in selected personal care, household and food applications offsetting declines in other categories, down from approximately 567 million units in 2016, according to data from the British Aerosol Manufacturers’ Association (BAMA), based on Euromonitor research. While the overall volume has declined over the decade, the figures point to a more mixed picture for the UK aerosol market. Several applications have recorded significant growth, with BAMA highlighting a positive pattern emerging since 2021 following the downturn during and after the pandemic. “Overall, we see a resilient performance in UK aerosol sales”, said Patrick Heskins, chief executive of BAMA. He noted that...
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