Matalco output rebounds from post-closure low
Matalco recorded its highest quarterly recycled aluminum production since the Canton closure began, while Rio Tinto's primary output held nearly steady and US shipments decreased.
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Packaging growth leads Gränges Americas volume growth
Gränges Americas sales volume rose 7.7% in the second quarter as packaging gains outweighed lower industrial shipments tied to construction demand.
A turbulent year so far for aluminum. CRU looks at 2026 and the months ahead
The first half of 2026 has been turbulent for the aluminum market, with the Iran war sparking the largest supply shock in the history of the industry, CRU Group said.
Auto market check in: Production uneven despite stronger late sales
Government data show first-half automotive production remained concentrated in light trucks, while passenger car output, inventories and import flows followed a different path.
Toyota to shift Tacoma production back to Texas as USMCA review continues
Toyota's $3.6 billion San Antonio expansion will shift Tacoma production from Baja California, Mexico to Texas as USMCA talks continue.
Inola approves 60-day moratorium affecting proposed EGA-Century smelter
The Inola Town Council approved a 60-day moratorium that temporarily pauses development actions affecting the proposed EGA-Century Aluminum smelter while officials review legal and zoning options.
Hydro to restart Slovak plant, strikes deal to supply wire rod to French cable maker
Hydro has reached two recent deals involving its operations in Europe.
EGA advances Al Taweelah restart
EGA reported progress restoring its Al Taweelah complex while US import data highlighted changing aluminum trade flows following the regional conflict.
Magnitude 7 Metals plans partial restart of New Madrid smelter
Magnitude 7 Metals plans to restart one potline at its idled Missouri primary aluminum smelter before the end of 2026, returning 75,000 metric tons per year of production after more than two years offline.
Alcoa agrees to acquire South32 aluminum assets, expanding its upstream footprint
Alcoa agreed to acquire South32’s bauxite, alumina and aluminum assets, adding major operations in Australia, Brazil and South Africa while increasing its upstream production footprint.