Why CRU?
CRU offers unrivalled business intelligence on the global metals, mining and fertilizer industries through market analysis, price assessments, consultancy and events. Since 1969, we have consistently invested in primary research and robust methodologies, and developed expert teams in key locations worldwide, including in hard-to-reach markets such as China. CRU employs over 290 experts and has more than 11 offices around the world, in Europe, the Americas, China, Asia and Australia. When facing critical business decisions, you can rely on our first-hand and independent knowledge to give you a complete view of a commodity market:
CRU's Aluminum Capabilities
CRU Events
For over 50 years, CRU has provided independent, data-led coverage of the aluminium value chain. Our analysts offer unrivalled knowledge of aluminium markets, from mining to end use, providing clarity on topics such as fluctuating production costs, a complex trading environment and surging demand driven by the energy transition.
Our customers include leading producers of aluminium and aluminium products, as well as end-use consumers in wide-ranging sectors such as aerospace, automotive and transportation. We also deliver breaking coverage on policy developments and geopolitical factors influencing the aluminium supply chain – all so your company can navigate an ever-changing landscape with confidence.
Upstream
CRU provides insight into upstream aluminium raw materials, from bauxite and alumina to carbon products. Our services cover supply and demand analysis, price assessments, smelter and refinery data, and key aluminium-adjacent commodities including green petroleum coke, calcined petroleum coke, coal tar, pitch and anodes.
Midstream
CRU covers every stage of the aluminium supply chain, including primary and secondary products. Our services provide data and insight on value-added product premiums, upcharges, profitability, aluminium rolling costs and smelter power tariffs.
Downstream
Our downstream coverage includes extrusions, rolled products, can sheet and foil. We deliver analysis of demand, production, trade, stocks, prices and premiums, including our composite scrap index and market insight across extruded and flat rolled products.
CRU Events’ core mission is to share knowledge, spark debate and facilitate networking within your community.
CRU Events creates industry leading commercial, technical and networking conferences for the global commodity markets. Our knowledge of the sectors we serve, combined with our trusted market relationships, enables us to deliver valuable programs, driven by topical themes addressed by the thought-leaders in our industries.
From networking forums, to strategic conferences, CRU events are timed, located and planned to maximize business opportunities for our customers, helping them make informed decisions and connect with the right people.
CRU’s network of overseas offices and analysts based in key commodity hubs across Asia, Europe and the Americas, enables deep insight into local markets and gives CRU the capability to forge connections across global supply chains. We are in business to share our knowledge, spark debate and facilitate networking within CRU's communities to build lifetime value for our Customers.
Explore our comprehensive array of community-driven events, newsletters, seminars and thought leadership initiatives spanning the entire metals and mining value chain, from mine to end-use. At CRU, we aim to unlock competitive advantages and explore new market opportunities for our customers.
The metals and mining sector – pivotal in the transition to a greener economy – encompasses critical minerals essential to modern technologies. Our offerings provide deep market intelligence and foster meaningful debate, empowering you to unlock deeper insights and make informed decisions.
Join us in shaping the future where your contributions are valued. Together, let's navigate the complexities of the metals and mining industry and seize opportunities for growth and innovation.