India’s leading copper producers, including Adani, Vedanta, Hindalco, and Hindustan Copper, are opposing the inclusion of scrap-based copper wire rods in national quality standards. The companies argue that some recycled copper products may not meet the purity requirements needed for transformers, power cables, and other critical electrical infrastructure. The debate comes as India rapidly expands its power grid and clean-energy investments, driving strong copper demand growth. Analysts say the dispute reflects growing efforts to strengthen copper supply-chain quality and security in India.

India and Peru are expected to resume negotiations on a proposed free trade agreement (FTA) in June 2026, according to Peru’s ambassador to India, with both sides also discussing a critical minerals chapter that includes copper supply cooperation. Hindalco Industries is reportedly in talks to source copper from Peru. Peru is the world’s third-largest copper producer, with output reaching around 2.7 million mt in 2024. As India’s electrification and energy transition demand continue to rise, market attention remains focused on Indian companies securing overseas copper resources and long-term supply chains.

[SMM Aluminum Express News] India has launched an investigation into aluminium wire imports from Malaysia ahead of the expiry of existing countervailing duties in September. The review was initiated following a petition by domestic producers including Hindalco Industries, Vedanta Limited, and Bharat Aluminium Company, who are seeking an extension of the trade measures.

According to foreign media reports, Embraer has signed a memorandum of understanding with Hindalco Industries to assess the possibility of cooperation in the production of aerospace-grade aluminum raw materials. In October 2025, Embraer established an office in New Delhi, symbolizing the company's growing ambitions in the region. The company considers India a "strategic market" for the expansion of its various business units and plans to further expand its fleet beyond the current 47 aircraft operating in India.

【SMM News Flash】Hindalco Industries reported a 45% decline in Q3 profit, despite strong aluminum and copper prices, as rising costs and operational disruptions at its US subsidiary Novelis weighed on performance.The metal producer, part of the Aditya Birla Group, posted a consolidated net profit of 20.49 billion rupees for the three months ended December 31, down from 37.35 billion rupees a year earlier.The profit drop was mainly due to an exceptional expense of 26.1 billion rupees related to disruptions at the Oswego plant in New York.

Hindalco Industries has approved the acquisition of EMIL Mines and Mineral Resources (EMMRL), which operates the Bandha coal block in Madhya Pradesh, located just 18.5 km from its Mahan aluminium smelter. This strategic move aims to ensure a stable and long-term energy supply for the smelter. The Bandha coal mine, with an estimated 197 million tonnes of mineable coal and a projected lifespan of 45 years, offers logistical advantages due to its proximity and transport infrastructure. Managing Director Satish Pai stated that while Hindalco plans to add 100–200 MW of renewable energy capacity at Mahan in the coming years, thermal energy remains essential for securing base load requirements. The transaction, approved on May 20, is expected to close within six to nine months, pending regulatory clearance. Pai emphasized the importance of balancing renewable expansion with reliable thermal base load to maintain grid stability.