BigMint India Non Ferrous Week 2026

About The Conference

BigMint India Non-Ferrous Week is a two-day premier industry forum designed to bring the entire non-ferrous value chain together—producers, recyclers, traders, policymakers, technology providers, and end-use manufacturers. The event explores how aluminium, copper, zinc, lead, nickel, tin, and other non-ferrous metals are shaping India’s industrial growth and how global market forces are reshaping trade flows, pricing, and investment decisions. 

India is rapidly evolving into a major hub for both primary and secondary non-ferrous metals. As demand expands across infrastructure, automotive, mobility, power equipment, renewables, electronics, and consumer applications, the sector is entering a new phase of complexity and opportunity. The conference will unpack these shifts, connecting long-term market drivers with the realities on the ground—supply gaps, raw material constraints, regulatory transitions, technology adoption, and the growing need for reliable pricing and intelligence. 

Designed as a platform for practical insights and meaningful dialogue, the event offers a mix of strategic outlooks, data-backed discussions, and case-led sessions. The conversations will highlight how global trade realignments, decarbonization pressures, policy reforms, and digital transformation are influencing decisions across the non-ferrous ecosystem. Through these discussions, the event aims to help businesses plan for the next decade with clarity and confidence. 

Objective

The objective is to build a strong, connected non-ferrous community and offer a dedicated space where industry participants can exchange knowledge, explore market opportunities, and collaboratively address challenges. The forum is structured to help stakeholders understand market developments, identify actionable strategies, and align long-term plans with India’s emerging opportunities. 

Conference Highlights

- Data-backed insights on global and Indian demand, supply, and pricing across key non-ferrous metals.

- Understand the impact of tariffs, trade policies, and global market shifts on Indian operations.

- Practical strategies for procurement, sourcing, and inventory optimization. 

- Expert forecasts to navigate price volatility, raw material risks, and market cycles. 

- Deep dive into decarbonization, recycling, and green-metal opportunities. 

- Policy intelligence on EPR, PLI, GST, mining reforms, and regulatory shifts.

- Technology-led pathways through AI, automation, and digital plant integration. 

- Networking platform for new partnerships across producers, recyclers, traders, and downstream industries. 

Big Questions Shaping the Future of the Metals Ecosystem

1. How rapidly are non-ferrous metal applications evolving across energy, mobility, and technology?

2. Can India secure reliable, long-term supplies of concentrates, alumina, zinc ore, scrap, and critical minerals?

3. Will circularity, EPR policies, and integrated scrap ecosystems effectively bridge supply gaps?

4. How quickly can India scale value-added products, alloys, and downstream capabilities?

5. Which pricing benchmarks and hedging tools will best manage rising market volatility?

6. Can domestic mining expansion and new offtake partnerships align with India’s Vision 2047?

7. What strategic role will India play in the emerging global green-metal supply chain?

The Story Behind the Data

Metals of the future powering global growth

Aluminium, copper, zinc, and lead are increasingly shaping the materials landscape of the future. Their versatility and performance characteristics make them indispensable across modern industrial value chains, especially as global markets push toward high-efficiency and low-carbon solutions.

Driven by advancements in energy systems, sustainable mobility, expanding infrastructure, and emerging technologies, these non-ferrous metals are finding broader and more sophisticated applications. From electric vehicles and renewable grids to smart infrastructure and advanced manufacturing, their relevance continues to deepen.

As industries accelerate their shift toward innovation and sustainability, the strategic importance of these metals is becoming more pronounced. Their role in enabling cleaner energy, efficient transportation, and resilient infrastructure highlights their growing impact on global development.

With this transformation underway, demand for aluminium, copper, zinc, and lead is expected to rise steadily in the coming years. Their critical role in powering next-generation systems positions them as essential drivers of industrial growth and technological progress worldwide.

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India’s growth momentum driving metals demand

India continues to rank among the world’s fastest-growing major economies, supported by a projected GDP expansion of around 6.5% CAGR. This sustained economic momentum is creating a strong foundation for increased industrial activity, infrastructure development, and manufacturing growth.

As the economy expands, the demand for key non-ferrous metals—aluminum, copper, zinc, and lead—is set to rise substantially. These metals play a critical role across core sectors such as construction, power, transportation, and consumer goods, making them directly aligned with India’s growth trajectory.

Industry assessments indicate that consumption of these metals will grow at a healthy pace. Even on a conservative basis, demand is expected to increase by approximately 6% over the coming years. However, under more optimistic market conditions, projections suggest demand growth could climb closer to 9%.

Overall, India’s economic outlook positions the non-ferrous metals industry for a robust expansion cycle, driven by escalating domestic requirements and sustained momentum across end-use sectors.

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India’s non-ferrous metal output set for a strong upswing by FY30

India is entering a decisive capacity-led growth phase in the non-ferrous metals sector. Across aluminium, copper, zinc, and lead, primary output is projected to rise from around 5.8 MT in FY25 to nearly 9.5 MT by FY30. This marks one of the strongest supply-side expansions the industry has seen in the past decade.

Aluminium remains the anchor of this growth, with capacity expected to increase from 4.2 MT to 7.0 MT, driven by new smelting efficiencies and sustained investment by major producers. Copper, too, is set for a significant upswing, with capacity likely to double to 1.2 MT, restoring India’s position in the regional value chain.

Parallel to primary expansion, the secondary non-ferrous ecosystem is strengthening. Production from recycling and scrap-based units is estimated to rise from 4.0 MT to nearly 6.2 MT by FY30, supported by improved scrap availability, formalisation of recycling networks, and a push toward circular manufacturing.

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Growing significance of recycled metals

Recycled metals or metal scrap is gaining prominence as industries accelerate decarbonization efforts and align with government mandates to increase recycled content under EPR policies. The share of secondary metals in production is rising steadily, reflecting a shift toward circularity, reduced carbon footprint, and more efficient resource utilization across the aluminum, copper, zinc, and lead value chains.

Navigating volatility in a fast-changing global landscape

However, these metals are not immune to global uncertainties, wars, and geopolitical crises, as well as trade frictions, protectionism, tariffs, and diplomatic standoffs. Aluminum, copper, zinc, and lead have witnessed significant volatility in recent years due to shifting supply-demand dynamics, trade wars and tariffs, and the accelerating green transition. These forces continue to shape pricing trends and market stability across the non-ferrous ecosystem.

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Schedule

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Day 1 - Session 1 | Macro Outlook: Tariffs, Overcapacity & Trade Flow Shifts

Global Trade & Macroeconomy

  • Impact of US tariffs on global trade
  • China's non-ferrous overcapacity and export trend
  • Shifting trade flows: SEA, India, Africa
  • Demand slowdown in Europe and implications
  • Global macro indicators & metal pricing correlation

 



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Day 1 - Session 2 | India Non-Ferrous 2047: Demand-Supply Transformation

India's Vision 2047

  • Long-term demand projections for Al, Cu, Zn, Pb, Ni, Sn- Supply and production
    expansion outlook
  • Policy and investment framework till 2047
  • Secondary vs primary sector contribution
  • Domestic capacity alignment with infrastructure push
 



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Day 1 - Session 3 | Metal Pricing Trends: Drivers, Correlation & Outlook

India's Vision 2047

  • Global vs domestic price divergence
  • LME, MCX correlation and volatility & arbitrage
  • Role of China and US inventory cycle
  • Forecasts for Al, Cu, Zn, Pb, Ni, Sn
  • Secondary metal price relationship and arbitrage

 
 



00:00 IST

Hedging & Risk Management in Non-Ferrous Markets

  • Price volatility & currency risk
  • LME & MCX-based risk tools
  • Hedging adoption among Indian producers
  • Case studies of Indian companies
  • Role of data-driven trade strategy



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Green Transition & Decarbonization in NF Sector

  • Carbon footprint of Al, Cu, Zn sectors
  • Scope 1, 2, 3 emission tracking
  • Green premiums and certification
  • Role of recycling and renewables
  • Decarbonization funding mechanisms



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Government Policies: EPR, PLI, GST and Mines

  • Policy landscape and future reforms
  • EPR compliance impact
  • PLI schemes for NF metals
  • GST input credit issues
  • Role of mines and recycling policy



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Aluminium: Demand, Supply, and Price Outlook

  • Domestic demand from infra & auto sectors
  • Primary vs secondary aluminium flow
  • Global price forecast & raw material costs
  • Role of downstream value-added products - Extrusion, Wires
  • Investment and capacity expansion plans
  • Raw material input



00:00 IST

AI & Digital Transformation in Metal Value Chain

  • AI in trading and forecasting
  • Process automation and traceability
  • Digital marketplaces and transparency
  • Data integration across production
  • Smart plant technology adoption



00:00 IST

Copper: Demand, Supply, and Price Outlook

  • EV and renewable sector demand
  • Mine supply bottlenecks
  • Price outlook and recycling trends
  • Indian copper alloy and wire rod market
  • Global copper supply-chain realignment
  • Investment and capacity expansion plans



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Unlocking Recycling Opportunities in Non-Ferrous Sector

  • Secondary metal contribution to India’s supply
  • Global scrap trade flows and India’s sourcing shift
  • Investment needs in domestic recycling
  • Policy incentives for circular economy



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Zinc & Lead: Price, Demand, and Energy Storage Shift

  • Demand from galvanizing and battery sectors
  • Price stability amid surplus
  • Recycling and secondary lead growth
  • Global market and export trend
  • Role in battery metal ecosystem



00:00 IST

India’s Metals Leadership Journey: From Crisis to Competitiveness

  • Building global competitiveness post-2025- ESG & decarbonization as growth drivers
  • Collaboration with govt and finance sector
  • Lessons from successful turnarounds


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Anamika Jain
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Ajeet Singh
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Ruchi Khanna
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Puja Sharma
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