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MQP to unveil aluminium grain refiner for high-performance applications at Aluminium China 2026
Primary AL
MQP will introduce its new Optifine 5:02 aluminium grain refiner at Aluminium China 2026, taking place from 8-10 July in Shanghai, as demand grows for cleaner aluminium used in aerospace and premium automotive applications. The company said the new grain refiner has been developed to meet increasing requirements for high-strength aluminium and superior surface quality, including applications requiring a mirror-like finish. Delegates attending the exhibition can learn more about the product at ...
US Customs to auction 12,000 tonnes of seized aluminium imported from China
Downstream
The US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) will hold the second and final public auction of approximately 12,000 tonnes of seized extruded aluminium profiles on 23 July 2026 in Riverside, California, bringing to a close a nearly 10-year investigation into aluminium imports from China. The aluminium was seized in 2017 during an investigation linked to individuals or companies associated with China Zhongwang Holdings Ltd. Authorities alleged the material had been imported as non-functional alum ...

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Has the alumina output of the Americas reflected a cooling effect across the global platform in the first half (H1) of 2026? According to industry data, cumulative alumina production in North America and South America from January to May totals 5.81 million tonnes. While the joint output registers a minor year-on-year dip of 0.38 per cent from 5.83 million tonnes in the same period of 2025, has the case been the same for the Americas on a singular basis?   As of January-May, alumina produced ...
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Canyon Resources strengthens governance ahead of first bauxite shipment
Bauxite
02 Jul 2026
Canyon Resources Ltd has appointed Rory McGoldrick as a Non-Executive Director, effective  July 2, 2026, as the company prepares to begin mining and targets its first bauxite shipment in the fourth quarter of 2026. McGoldrick has about 20 years of experience in the energy and resources sector. His background includes executive leadership, corporate advisory, corporate law and capital markets. He is currently Chief Executive Officer of Triangle Energy (Global) Ltd, where he oversees the compan ...
Anheuser-Busch announces $20M investment in Missouri manufacturing
End User
02 Jul 2026
Anheuser-Busch has announced an investment of more than USD 20 million in its facilities in St. Louis and Arnold, Missouri, to expand production capacity and strengthen manufacturing operations. The investment includes upgrades to brewery and aluminium can manufacturing equipment to support growing demand for brands such as Michelob ULTRA and Busch Light. The company will also establish a new technical skills training centre at its St. Louis brewery to develop the next generation of manufactu ...
Central China market recovers slightly, East China market remains sluggish
Primary AL
02 Jul 2026
In the early session, the trading centre of the SHFE aluminium 2606 contract was higher than the same period of the previous trading day. Market warrant supply continued to flow out, and overall circulating spot supply was loose. Downstream saw only sporadic restocking, and with bearish sentiment spreading on futures, end-user purchase willingness was generally weak. Mainstream transactions were at parity to a premium of RMB 20 per tonne against the SHFE aluminium 2407 contract. Today, the ea ...
Only one week left: Join the webinar on autonomous furnace tending for aluminium cast houses
Primary AL
02 Jul 2026
In today's time, global aluminium producers are looking for ways to ramp up production while juggling fewer available resources. Rising expectations for output, stricter safety regulations, ongoing labour shortages, a heightened focus on product quality and the urgent need to boost operational efficiency without drastically increasing costs are creating significant challenges for producers across the industry. With just one week left until the webinar, AL Circle, together with RIA Cast House' ...
Norway’s longest aluminium pedestrian bridge opens in Bergen, built with recycled metal from Hydro
End User
02 Jul 2026
Norway's longest aluminium pedestrian and cycle bridge has opened in Bergen. Marinebroen, which spans around 60 metres and is built using recycled aluminium supplied by Hydro, demonstrates how circular materials can be applied in modern infrastructure. The bridge opened on July 2, 2026, connecting Marineholmen with the areas around Puddefjorden in central Bergen. Developed by GC Rieber Eiendom, the bridge was designed, built and installed by Leirvik in collaboration with Multiconsult. Hydro s ...
Press Metal's product mix and upstream integration expected to lift profit margins
Downstream
02 Jul 2026
Press Metal Aluminium Holdings Bhd is expected to strengthen its earnings in the coming years, with MBSB Research forecasting an improvement in net profit margins from 15.3 per cent in FY2026 to 16.6 per cent by FY2028. The research firm has initiated coverage on the company with a "buy" recommendation and a target price of RM9.78 (USD 2.40) per share, citing Press Metal's renewable-powered aluminium smelting operations, expanding upstream integration and exposure to long-term electrification ...
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