Latest Aluminium Production News

Tivan Limited has locked in $11.3 million in initial funding from ETFS Capital, marking a key step forward for the Speewah Fluorite Project in Western Australia. This strategic partnership accelerates development towards a Final Investment Decision expected in 2026.

Western Yilgarn NL has significantly expanded its exploration footprint at the Ida Holmes Junction Project to target high-grade gallium mineralisation and secured critical land access for drilling at its West Julimar Bauxite Project in Western Australia.

South32 reported a robust September quarter with a 12% rise in copper equivalent production and a 33% surge in manganese volumes, while advancing key projects and maintaining full-year guidance.

Canyon Resources is fast-tracking its Minim Martap bauxite project in Cameroon, backed by a $140 million debt facility and a $215 million equity raise, aiming for production start in early 2026. The Definitive Feasibility Study confirms strong economics with a project NPV exceeding $830 million and an IRR of 29%.

Rubix Resources has entered a non-binding agreement to acquire bauxite exploration projects in Cameroon and Congo, with a structured payment plan including cash, shares, and performance rights tied to resource milestones.

Calix Limited has inked a pivotal MOU and testing agreement with a leading aluminium company to advance its electric calcination technology, aiming to revolutionize alumina production with near-zero emissions.

Canyon Resources has confirmed its Minim Martap Bauxite Project in Cameroon as a world-class, tier-one operation with production set to begin in early 2026. The project boasts over 1 billion tonnes of high-grade bauxite, strong economics, and secured financing.

Alpha HPA Limited reported a $32.6 million loss for FY2025 while making significant progress on its HPA First Project Stage 2 and securing $400 million in senior debt financing. The company is capitalizing on growing demand from the semiconductor sector with strong Letters of Intent covering 62% of Stage 2 capacity.

Metro Mining has delivered a striking half-year turnaround with a $119.8 million net profit, driven by record shipments, strong pricing, and significant foreign currency hedging gains.

South32 Limited reported a robust turnaround in FY25 with a 17% revenue increase and a return to profitability, driven by higher commodity prices and strategic divestments. The company also declared a fully-franked dividend and outlined a focused growth outlook.

South32 warns of uncertain electricity supply for Mozal Aluminium beyond March 2026, prompting a major impairment and operational slowdown.

Tivan Limited has taken significant strides in financing its Speewah Fluorite Project, securing a conditional Letter of Support from Export Finance Australia and moving into the Northern Australia Infrastructure Facility’s due diligence phase. These developments mark important progress toward full project funding and highlight fluorite’s rising strategic importance.