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North America Aluminum Demand Sees Modest 0.8% YoY Growth | Imported Aluminum Products in High Demand 2025
Latest industry statistics released by the Aluminum Association confirm significant structural changes in North America aluminum market demand and supply patterns throughout 2025. Total regional aluminum consumption across the United States and Canada reached an estimated 26.65 billion pounds, re...Read more -
In April, the penetration rate of new energy vehicles exceeded 60% for the first time, and the doubling of aluminum consumption per vehicle ignited the demand for electrolytic aluminum
In April 2026, China’s new energy vehicle industry reached a milestone moment, with the penetration rate breaking through the 60% mark for the first time, setting a new historical high; With the trend of electrification and lightweighting, the average aluminum consumption per vehicle for ne...Read more -
In March, global primary aluminum supply fell short by 344,100 tons.
Global Primary Aluminium Market Slips into 34,410 Tonne Deficit in March, WBMS Data Shows First quarter shortfall of 363,700 tonnes intensifies spot supply pressure on aluminium sheet, bar, tube and precision machined product buyers. The global primary aluminium market posted a production shortfa...Read more -
What are the extrusion processes for 5083 alloy?
What are the extrusion processes for 5083 alloy? The 5083 alloy is a high strength, high toughness Al-Mg alloy widely used in shipbuilding, automotive, aerospace, and other fields. Its excellent properties make it ideal for structural components requiring high strength and corrosion resistance. T...Read more -
In April, China’s electrolytic aluminum production reached 3.87 million tons, up 3.1% year-on-year.
China’s primary aluminum production maintained stable growth in April 2026, laying a solid foundation for the robust supply of premium aluminum sheets, bars, tubes and custom machined components, according to official data from the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) . The steady output expansion...Read more -
Aluminum exports increased by 8.9% in the first four months, with strong production and sales in the domestic aluminum processing industry
Recently, China’s aluminum processing industry has shown a rare hot scene. According to CCTV Finance, from aluminum sheet, strip, foil to aluminum wire, enterprises in multiple segmented fields have full orders, and production workshops continue to operate at high loads. A company that prod...Read more -
Strong aluminum exports in April! Monthly exports of 598000 tons hit a 17 month high
On May 11th, according to the latest data from the General Administration of Customs, the export of unprocessed and rolled aluminum and aluminum materials in China showed a strong growth trend in April 2026, with a significant increase in monthly export volume, reaching a new high in nearly a yea...Read more -
How Is Aluminum Refined and What Elements Does It Contain？
Aluminum (Al) is a lightweight, silvery white metal that ranks as the third most abundant element in the Earth‘s crust, following only oxygen and silicon. However, due to its high chemical reactivity, it never occurs naturally in its pure metallic form. Instead, it is found in compounds, primaril...Read more -
The Hidden Role of Aluminum Alloys in Missile Manufacturing、High-Strength Aerospace Aluminum Solutions
When talking about missiles, people often label them as cold, rigid and high-precision strategic defense equipment. Few associate this sophisticated aerospace equipment with aluminum, a common yet high performance industrial metal. However, aluminum alloys are indispensable core materials in mode...Read more -
Middle Eastern aluminum smelters gradually resume operations, but geopolitical conflicts still constrain the development of the aluminum industry in the Gulf region
On April 28th, the commodity monitoring agency DBX released a report showing that the Jebel Ali aluminum smelter of the United Arab Emirates Global Aluminum Company (EGA), which was affected by the Middle East conflict, is gradually resuming operations and is currently operating at a “near ...Read more -
Global Alumina Output Rises to 12.647 Million Tonnes in March 2026
The International Aluminium Institute (IAI) has released its latest monthly report, revealing a notable rebound in global alumina production for March 2026. Total output reached 12.647 million metric tonnes (mmt), equivalent to an average daily run rate of 408,000 tonnes. This marks a significant...Read more -
China’s March 2026 Aluminum Production Data: Upstream Stability Meets Downstream Correction, Opportunities Emerge for Value-Added Processing
The National Bureau of Statistics of China has released its comprehensive aluminum industry chain data for March 2026, painting a picture of steady primary metal supply against a backdrop of softening semi finished output. For international buyers sourcing aluminum plate, bar, tube, and precision...Read more