Insight
Jamalco’s delayed restart to intensify Atlantic alumina deficit
*Please note that this report only includes an Excel data file if this is indicated in "What's included" below
Report summary
A major fire at Jamalco’s powerhouse on 22 August, extensively damaged that section of the plant. The powerhouse produces power, compressed air and steam for refining operations. Jamalco declared force majeure on alumina shipments after the incident. The global alumina market has been rocked by disruptions in the Atlantic market. The 1.2-Mtpa Gramercy refinery in the USA ceased operations in the wake of Hurricane Ida. The 3.8-Mtpa Alumar refinery is still operating at reduced capacity following structural damage of one bauxite unloader. Even though the Gramercy refinery has resumed operations, the Atlantic alumina market is still in a deficit. In this insight, we will assess the impact of the disruptions in the alumina market.
Table of contents
-
Jamalco fire ignites the spot alumina price
- Jamalco to resume output by June 2022.
- A tale of two markets
- What to expect in the next few months?
Tables and charts
This report includes the following images and tables:
- Chart: Pacific and Atlantic alumina balance
What's included
This report contains:
Other reports you may be interested in
Insight
Tokyo Metals and Mining Briefing 2025
Ferrous market outlook, energy transition, and trade dynamics—key insights from Wood Mackenzie’s Metals and Mining Tokyo briefing.
$1,050
Commodity Market Report
Global gas & LNG weekly summary: 1 Aug 2024
Zachary settles withdrawal from Golden Pass LNG while heatwaves expected in Asia
$4,000
