Let’s delve into why global primary aluminium production experienced a slower growth rate in Q1 2025, examine the total output during this period, and assess whether it aligns with the industry’s outlook for the year.
1. Q1 2025 production
In the first quarter of 2025, the world primary aluminium production was 18.108 million tonnes, compared to 17.869 million tonnes in Q1 2024. In March (31 calendar days), the output stood at 6.23 million tonnes, up by 10.07 per cent from 5.66 million tonnes in February (28 calendar days). On a year-on-year calculation, it registered a 2.32 per cent increase from 6.089 million tonnes.
The daily average primary aluminium production during the period under review was 200,900 tonnes, up by 2.29 per cent from 196,400 tonnes a year ago, aligned with the growth rate seen through March.
