Asian Metal News
SPIC Guizhou brought its 1 mtpy alumina project online in late April 2020 and expects the first batch of alumina output by end-June.
According to an inside source, the operation is currently running smoothly and a first batch of alumina is expected in late June. Total alumina output can be estimated at 300 kt for 2020. SPIC Group, the parent company will be responsible for sales and is targeting sales of alumina to the Yunnan and Sichuan markets where primary aluminium capacity is expected to surge significantly in a year’s time.
Mainstream alumina prices stand at RMB 2,160~2,210/t ex-work at present. The market appears flat with most buyers remaining cautious.
