Hot metal production begins at Mt. Holly
This project, which the Chicago-based producer expects to reach full production by the end of June, aims to increase total US primary aluminum production by 10%.
Tag: Construction
Community Chat: Contractors still optimistic, but less so than a year ago
The construction market is seeing activity from data centers and the energy infrastructure to support them. But other factors are dragging the sector down: The Iran war is spiking inflation; tariffs are driving up material costs; and immigration crackdowns are hurting labor.
Nonresidential construction spending stalls, hiring slows
Data center spending is still driving much of the activity in the sector.
HVAC market: What recent earnings reveal about residential, commercial demand
Recent earnings from major HVAC manufacturers show residential demand constrained by channel adjustments, while commercial activity - especially in the Americas - remains the primary source of volume support.
Auction for seized aluminum to be held in February, May
The first auction is scheduled for Feb. 19.
SDI says its big bet on aluminum is already paying off at ADI
“There's absolutely no doubt that aluminum will be a growth platform for us going forward,” said Mark Millett, co-founder, chairman & CEO of the Indiana-based steelmaker.
Century joins EGA in Oklahoma smelter project
“Both parties will now solely focus their greenfield development efforts in the United States on the Inola, Okla., site,” the companies said in a press release.
Rio Tinto says Quebec smelter expansion on track for Q1
The smelter is expected to be fully ramped up by end of the year, the mining company said.
Construction end market check-in: 2025 Backlog and momentum indicators
Non-residential construction indicators show how planning and backlog shaped aluminum demand heading into 2026.
Edward Meir: Aluminum outlook for 2026
Trade deals, substitution, and the Midwest premium in the year ahead