Gulf Aluminum Production Drops 35% in April Amid Iran War, Supply Chain Disruptions Worsen

Published: May 21, 2026 08:58

Save

The International Aluminium Institute (IAI) noted that primary aluminum production in the Gulf region totaled 330,000 mt in April, down 35% year-on-year from the same period in 2025, as the Iran war affected smelters in the region. Although the region accounted for only about 8% of global primary aluminum production, it was the source of 28% of Japan's imports and 21% of US imports.

Given the supply chain disruptions and a continuously deteriorating outlook, IAI Secretary General Jonathan Grant stated that the April data may not yet have reached the bottom, and the situation could worsen further.

Data Source Statement: Except for publicly available information, all other data are processed by SMM based on publicly available information, market communication, and relying on SMM's internal database model. They are for reference only and do not constitute decision-making recommendations.

For any inquiries or for more information, please contact: lemonzhao@smm.cn

For more information on how to access our research reports, please contact:service.en@smm.cn

Related News

22 mins ago

Qianbiao Industrial and Sanmenxia High-tech Invest Sign 100,000 mt Aluminum Recycling Project Deal

On June 6, under the precise matchmaking and full support of the finance bureau of the Sanmenxia Urban-Rural Integration Demonstration Zone (High-tech Zone), Henan Qianbiao Industrial Group Co., Ltd. and Sanmenxia High-tech Investment Group Co., Ltd. successfully signed a cooperation agreement for the project of secondary aluminum recycling and alloy plate and coil rolling production and processing with an annual capacity of 100,000 mt in the zone, marking the official launch of the cooperation project between the two parties.

22 mins ago

23 mins ago

Yufu Gaokin Precision Manufacturing Project Launches in Liangjiang, Aims for 2 Billion Yuan Annual Output

Recently, the Yufu Gaokin Precision Manufacturing Project in the Liangjiang New Area has officially commenced construction. The project, developed by Chongqing Gaokin Precision Technology Co., Ltd., is a high-end equipment manufacturing base integrating informatization and intelligence. With a total investment exceeding 1 billion yuan, it is planned to build approximately 100,000 m² of intelligent production workshops and supporting R&D facilities. The project will focus on the R&D and large-scale production of high-end precision parts, aluminum alloy castings, and specialized molds. Upon reaching full production, it is expected to achieve an annual output value of up to 2 billion yuan.

23 mins ago

Leiyang City and Centennial Tree Group Sign Deal for $300,000mt Green Smart Manufacturing Project

On the afternoon of June 2, the People's Government of Leiyang City and Centennial Tree Group Co., Ltd. signed an investment cooperation agreement for the green smart manufacturing project of high-end silicon-aluminum-based functional new materials with an annual capacity of 300,000 mt. The green smart manufacturing project for high-end silicon-aluminum-based functional new materials is expected to cover a total area of about 310 mu, build workshops of approximately 90,000 m², and is planned to have a deep processing capacity of 300,000 mt per year. After completion, it will rely on Leiyang's abundant kaolinite resources to realize full-chain production from raw ore mining to high-end ceramic raw materials, coating fillers, and papermaking additives.

23 mins ago