Summary: The aluminum market is facing a significant supply shock following missile strikes on Emirates Global Aluminium’s (EGA) Al Taweelah site and damage to Aluminium Bahrain (Alba) facilities. As of April 3, EGA has halted operations at its 1.5 million-tonne-per-year smelter. The Gulf region accounts for nearly 9% of global primary aluminum, but its role […]
Summary: Major players like Hindalco and NALCO are reporting a strategic pivot toward a fourfold increase in downstream EBITDA by FY30. Demand for extrusions is being driven by “lightweighting” in the EV sector and India’s massive push into high-rise glazing and smart grid infrastructure. Article Link : https://www.equitymaster.com
Summary: The U.S. administration is moving toward a 25% tariff on the entire value of finished goods containing aluminum, rather than just the metal component. This is designed to streamline compliance but will significantly alter pricing strategies for manufacturers. Extruders should monitor how this affects the competitiveness of imported vs. domestic profiles. Article Link : […]
Summary: A new industry report released today highlights that the global aluminium extrusion market is projected to reach $99.28 billion by the end of 2026. Key growth drivers include the rise of “Green Building” construction and the integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in manufacturing to reduce scrap rates. For our company, the shift toward “Green […]
Summary: Hydro has confirmed that its Qatalum joint venture in Qatar will continue to operate at a scaled-down capacity of 60% (approximately 388,800 tonnes) due to ongoing gas supply limitations and shipping disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz. This curtailment is expected to tighten the global supply of primary aluminium and billets, potentially impacting lead […]
Summary: As of April 1, 2026, London Metal Exchange (LME) aluminium prices continue their upward trajectory, significantly outperforming copper. Prices are hovering near 4-year highs, driven by supply-side constraints in the Middle East and a surge in demand for lightweight materials in the EV sector. For extrusion manufacturers, this indicates continued pressure on raw material […]
Summary: Effective today, March 30, 2026, the Shanghai Metals Market (SMM) has introduced three new daily price points for ADC12 aluminium alloy in Thailand and Malaysia. This move aims to provide localized pricing transparency for the growing recycled aluminium value chain in Southeast Asia. For extrusion firms utilizing secondary billets, these new FOB and Ex-works […]
Summary: The Aluminium Extrusion Manufacturers Association (ALEMA) has issued an urgent appeal for government intervention. Escalating conflict in West Asia has severely disrupted the supply of Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) and Piped Natural Gas (PNG)—the lifeblood of the melting and ageing processes in extrusion. Many manufacturers report being forced to cut production by 30–70%. The […]
Summary: Aluminium prices on the London Metal Exchange (LME) jumped 6% this morning, reaching levels not seen since early 2022. The surge is a direct response to Iranian drone and missile strikes on two of the world’s largest production sites: Emirates Global Aluminium (EGA) in Abu Dhabi and Aluminium Bahrain (Alba). These facilities account for […]
Summary: Hammerer Aluminium Industries (HAI) has acquired a strategic stake in Aluminij Industries. This partnership is aimed at securing supply chains and advancing sustainable aluminium production in Europe. For extrusion manufacturers, this signals a further consolidation of green-focused casting and extrusion capabilities within the European market. Article Link : Light Metal Age – HAI Strategic […]