Business Visits

On the afternoon of 1 July 2026, Mr. Bart Udeshi, the General Manager of Metals Range, visited Asian Metal and were warmly greeted by Ms. Vivian Pang, the Consultant & Senior Product Manager for Rare Earth Industry, Ms. Daphne Zhang, the Consultant & Senior Product Manager for Magnesium Industry, and Ms. Miranda Zhang, the Analyst & Product Manager for Chromium, Lead, Zinc, and Copper industries.

On Jun 24th, 2026, Mr. Haijing Li, Sales Director, and Mr. Yuanzhi Zeng, Sales Manager, of Xinjiang GEENSI Silicon Material Technology Co., paid a visit to Asian Metal and held cordial exchanges with Mr. Hao Zhao, Sales Director of Asian Metal, and Ms. Blair Huang, Silicon Metal Market Analyst.

On the afternoon of Jun 4th, 2026, Ms. Ellen Jorgensen, the SVP Strategic Sourcing and Mr. Yi Wang, the Sourcing Manager China of Hydro visited Asian Metal and were warmly greeted by Ms. Daphne Zhang, the Consultant & Senior Product Manager for Magnesium Industry and Mr. Friday Gao, the Chief Consultant for Aluminum Industry.

On the afternoon of May 25, 2026, Mr. Jie Cai, Deputy Director of the Institute of Resource Utilization and Rare Earth Development under the Guangdong Academy of Sciences, and Mr. Zhe Lin, researcher from the Guangdong Development Research Center, visited Asian Metal. They exchanged views with Ms. Vivian Pang, Senior Analyst of Rare Earth Market and Senior Product Manager, on the supply and demand dynamics of rare earth products.

On the afternoon of April 28th, 2026, Ms. Wei Zhao, the Chairman of Chongqing Xinqiyuanyu Import and Export Trading Co., Ltd., together with Mr. Weipeng Jiang, the General Manager, and Mr. Pengfei Wang, the Vice General Manager, visited Asian Metal and had a communication with Mr. Alex Guo, the Tin Market Analyst.

On the afternoon of April 23, 2026, Mr. Chengjun Liu, General Manager of Luobei Yunshan Carbon Co., Ltd., visited Asian Metal and had a friendly communication with Mr. Bang Liu, Graphite Market Analyst.

On the morning of April 21st, 2026, Mr. Changhong Qin, General Manager of Semo Metal Resources Co., Ltd., and Ms. Xuehong Jia, Business Manager, visited Asian Metal and held an in-depth discussion with Ms. Siya Chen, Molybdenum and Vanadium Market Analyst.

On the afternoon of April 2, 2026, Mr. Weitao Jiang, Procurement Director of Guizhou Wanshan Yinhe Chemical Co., Ltd., visited Asian Metal and held in-depth discussions with Ms. Bonnie Song, Mercury Market Analyst.

On the afternoon of March 26, Mr. Yunyun Song, Business Director of Zheshang Development Group Co., Ltd., and Mr. Hao Su, Senior Business Specialist, visited Asian Metal. They held in-depth discussions with Ms. Bonnie Song, Cobalt and Lithium Market Analyst, and Mr. Alex Guo, Nickel and Tin Market Analyst at Asian Metal.

On the afternoon of March 6th, 2026, Mr. Alex Guo, Tin Market Analyst at Asian Metal, visited Gejiu Datun Linyun Dressing Plant and met with the company’s General Manager, Mr. Jianlong Li, who consulted Mr. Alex Guo on his assessment of tin price trends. Mr. Jianlong Li explained that the company is focusing on building a raw material warehouse this year and is preparing to transition to the production of refined tin. Mr. Jianlong Li also expressed his interest in the Tin Forum 2026 to be held by Asian Metal in Nanning, China, on April 23–24.

On the afternoon of March 6th, 2026, Mr. Alex Guo, Tin Market Analyst at Asian Metal, visited Gejiu Jingcui Mining Co., Ltd., where he was warmly received by the company’s General Manager, Mr. Yang Zhang. Mr. Yang Zhang led Mr. Alex Guo on a tour of the dressing plant and shared his views on the current state of the industry. Mr. Yang Zhang indicated that he would actively participate in the Tin Forum 2026 to be held by Asian Metal in Nanning, China, on April 23–24.

On the morning of March 6th, 2026, Mr. Alex Guo, Tin Market Analyst at Asian Metal, visited Yunnan Lingteng Technology Co., Ltd. and met with the company’s General Manager, Ms. Ping Yang, and Deputy General Manager, Mr. Guodong Shen, as well as Mr. Yongping Zhang, Vice General Manager of Yunnan Yunfan Nonferrous Co., who was visiting at the time. Ms. Ping Yang briefed Mr. Alex Guo on the company’s tin mining operations in Laos and sought his views on current market price trends. Ms. Ping Yang stated that the company would actively participate in the Tin Forum 2026 to be held by Asian Metal in Nanning, China, on April 23–24.

On the morning of March 6th, 2026, Mr. Alex Guo, Tin Market Analyst at Asian Metal, visited Honghe Ruixin Mineral Trading Co., Ltd. and exchanged views with the company’s General Manager, Mr. Bayi Gong, and Market Manager, Mr. Jisong Peng. Both parties discussed the current domestic supply and demand situation for mid- and low-grade tailings and exchanged views on price trends for the year. Mr. Bayi Gong and Mr. Jisong Peng expressed their eagerness to exchange ideas with peers at the Tin Forum 2026 to be held by Asian Metal in Nanning, China, on April 23–24.

On the morning of March 6th, 2026, Mr. Alex Guo, Tin Market Analyst at Asian Metal,visited Gejiu Kaimeng Industry and Trade Co., Ltd., where he met with the company’s Marketing Manager, Ms. Rui Fang. Ms. Rui Fang introduced the company’s production and operations since its restructuring. As a long-established producer, the company plans to leverage its raw material advantages to actively expand the market, build a new solder processing plant, and establish a complete industrial chain. Ms. Rui Fang expressed her anticipation for the Tin Forum 2026 to be held by Asian Metal in Nanning, China, on April 23–24.

On the afternoon of March 5th, 2026, Mr. Alex Guo, Tin Market Analyst of Asian Metal, visited Gejiu Hongning Mining Co., Ltd. and met with the company's General Manager, Mr. Jinlong Li. Mr. Jinlong Li introduced the company's achievements over the past year and its business layout plans for the new year. After inquiring the latest preparation progress of the 2026 Tin Forum in detail, Mr. Jinlong Li stated his decision of participation and strong intention of sponsorship.

On the morning of March 5th, 2026, Mr. Hao Zhao, Sales Director of Asian Metal, and Mr. Alex Guo, Tin Market Analyst, visited Mr. Yuming He and Ms. Yuan Wang, Chairman and Vice General Manager of Yunnan HDIC Group International Investment & Development Co., Ltd. Mr. Yuming He provided a detailed introduction to the group's business direction for the current year. Both parties discussed emerging growth points in the downstream tin industry market. Mr. Yuming He and Ms. Yuan Wang expressed their plan to actively participate in the 2026 Tin Forum to be held on April 23rd to 24th in Nanning, China.

On the morning of March 5th, 2026, Mr. Hao Zhao, Sales Director of Asian Metal, and Mr. Alex Guo, Tin Market Analyst, visited Yunnan Tin Co. and met with Mr. Chi Zhang, Operations Director, and the head of the futures department. Both parties exchanged views on the annual market outlook, downstream demand, and the current resource situations in various countries around the world. Mr. Chi Zhang inquired with Asian Metal team about the detailed preparation progress of the 2026 Tin Forum, which will be held in Nanning, China on April 23rd to 24th, in order to report to the company's leadership.

On the afternoon of February 28th, 2026, Mr. Fengzhi Dong, General Manager of Shanghai Jinyuehang Trading Co., visited Asian Metal and and was warmly greeted by Mr. Arthur Yang, Indium, Bismuth, Germanium and Gallium Market Analyst.

On the afternoon of February 6th, 2026, Mr. Hao Zhao, Sales Director of Asian Metal, and Mr. Arthur Yang, In, Bi, Ge and Ga Market Analyst, visited Shaoguan Jinniu Economic & Trade Co., Ltd. and Shaoguan Huili Metal Materials Co., Ltd., and held in-depth discussions with Mr. Boding Tan, General Manager of the companies, regarding indium market price trends and plant operations. Mr. Boding Tan stated that Shaoguan Jinniu is currently mainly engaged in indium trading, while Shaoguan Huili focuses on refined indium production and deep processing business. Mr. Boding Tan expressed recognition and support for the information services provided by Asian Metal and confirmed that he would actively participate in the 18th In Bi Ge Ga Forum, to be held by Asian Metal in Nanning, Guangxi on April 23–24th, 2026.

On the afternoon of February 6th, 2026, Mr. Hao Zhao, Sales Director of Asian Metal, and Mr. Arthur Yang, In, Bi, Ge and Ga Market Analyst, visited Shaoguan Yuntian Metal Materials Co., Ltd., and held in-depth exchanges with Mr. Yangwen Li, General Manager of the company, on indium and downstream product production as well as the current market supply and demand situation. Yuntian Metal focuses on the comprehensive utilization of minor metals, with its main products including high-purity materials such as indium, germanium, gallium, bismuth, tellurium, and selenium powders. Mr. Yangwen Li expressed recognition of the market information provided by Asian Metal and stated that he would actively attend the 18th In Bi Ge Ga Forum, to be held by Asian Metal in Nanning, Guangxi on April 23–24th, 2026.

On the morning of February 6th, 2026, Mr. Hao Zhao, Sales Director of Asian Metal, and Mr. Arthur Yang, In, Bi, Ge and Ga Market Analyst, visited Shaoguan Tuoxin Metal Materials Co., Ltd., where they had in-depth discussions with Mr. Xiaoxin Zhou, Chairman of the company, regarding the indium market and price trend movements. Mr. Xiaoxin Zhou indicated that Tuoxin is currently mainly engaged in minor metals trading, and operates crude indium and refined indium plants in Yunnan and Hunan provinces, with a refined indium plant under construction in Guangdong. Mr. Xiaoxin Zhou highly appreciated the market information services provided by Asian Metal and confirmed that he would actively participate in the 18th In Bi Ge Ga Forum, to be held by Asian Metal in Nanning, Guangxi on April 23–24th, 2026.

On the morning of February 6th, 2026, Mr. Hao Zhao, Sales Director of Asian Metal, and Mr. Arthur Yang, In, Bi, Ge and Ga Market Analyst, visited Shaoguan Shaozhou Weibang Mining Investment Co., Ltd. and Shaoguan Liejin Metal Co., Ltd., and held friendly discussions with Mr. Lun Cai, General Manager of the company. Mr. Lun Cai stated that Weibang and Liejin are currently mainly engaged in cooperative indium trading business, and both companies have been involved in the indium industry for nearly 20 years. Mr. Lun Cai also expressed his intention to actively participate in the 18th In Bi Ge Ga Forum, to be held by Asian Metal in Nanning, Guangxi on April 23–24th, 2026.

On February 5th, 2026, Mr. Hao Zhao, Sales Director of Asian Metal, and Mr. Arthur Yang, Analyst for Indium, Bismuth, Germanium and Gallium Markets, visited the Danxia Smelter of Shenzhen Zhongjin Lingnan Nonfemet Co., Ltd., Shaoguan Shengfa Renewable Resources Technology Co., Ltd., Omat Advanced Materials (Guangdong) Co., Ltd., Shaoguan Jinyuan Industrial Co., Ltd., and Shaoguan Kaidi Technology Development Co., Ltd. The team received warm hospitality from the companies above.

On the afternoon of January 28th, 2026, Mr. Norman Ting, Marketing General Manager of Metro Mining Limited, accompanied by Commercial Manager Mr. Chaoqian Wu, visited Asian Metal and had a pleasant meeting with Mr. Friday Gao, Chief Consultant.

On the afternoon of January 24th, 2026, Ms. Daphne Zhang, the Consultant & Senior Product Manager of Asian Metal, visited Shanxi Jinhongmai I&E Co., Ltd. and engaged in in-depth discussions with Mr. Xiaokun Yang, the General Manager and Ms. Kerry Ning, Sales Manager on the multidimensional challenges facing magnesium product exports, including geopolitical dynamics, escalating trade barriers, and severe exchange rate fluctuations. Both parties agreed that 2026 will be a year of significant tests for the magnesium export market, where the complexity and uncertainty of the external environment are pushing the industry into the deep waters of risk management and profit balancing. Against the backdrop of global supply chain restructuring, exporting companies not only need to establish more agile currency hedging mechanisms and trade compliance systems but also must seek a dynamic balance between pricing power and long-term customer value amidst volatility.

On the afternoon of January 24th, 2026, Ms. Daphne Zhang, the Consultant & Senior Product Manager of Asian Metal, visited Yuncheng Zhente Magnesium Co., Ltd. and exchanged views with Deputy General Manager, Mr. Xinjun Su on the current supply and demand situation of the magnesium industry and the market application prospects for 2026. Although the magnesium market faces a tug-of-war between cost support and weak demand in the short term, in the long run, with the release of structural demand in fields such as automotive lightweighting, 3C electronics, and new energy, the application penetration rate of magnesium alloys is expected to achieve a critical breakthrough. Concurrently, the industry needs to be wary of price pressures brought about by capacity expansion and accelerate the technological iteration of high value-added products to realize the transformation from raw material advantages to industrial advantages.

On the morning of January 24th, 2026, Ms. Daphne Zhang, the Consultant & Senior Product Manager of Asian Metal, visited Shanxi Bada Magnesium Industry Co., Ltd. and engaged in discussions with General Manager Mr. Yingwei Liu, the Vice General Manager Guangning Zhang and Financial Controller Mr. Guohui Zhang on the cost status of primary magnesium producers and trends in industry application development. From the perspective of cost restructuring on the supply side, the breakthrough application of vertical furnace technology, while reducing costs and improving efficiency, is simultaneously shifting the primary magnesium cost curve downward and enabling quality grading. Furthermore, on the demand side, as the magnesium-aluminum price spread continues to widen, "magnesium substituting aluminum" and "magnesium substituting plastics" have evolved from technical concepts into economically driven realities. The application boundaries in diverse scenarios such as automotive lightweighting and consumer electronics are accelerating outwards. Based on this, both parties reached a consensus on the broad prospects for the magnesium industry in 2026, driven by the dual engines of lightweighting and cost-effectiveness.

On the morning of January 24th, 2026, Ms. Daphne Zhang, the Consultant & Senior Product Manager of Asian Metal, accompanied by Mr. Guangning Zhang, Managing Director of Shanxi Credit Magnesium Co., Ltd., visited Bada New Materials Co., Ltd. and had an in-depth discussion with General Manager Mr. Xukai Zhao on the opportunities and challenges of the magnesium industry. Mr. Zhao stated that driven by the strategic window for lightweighting and the cost advantage of magnesium prices, the application potential of magnesium alloys in automotive lightweighting, 3C electronics, and other fields will continue to be unleashed. In recent years, Bada New Materials has been deeply engaged in the field of magnesium die-casting and has achieved breakthroughs in core technology development and scaled production. Mr. Zhao firmly believes that through collaborative process innovation and standard co-construction across the upstream and downstream industry chain, the yield rate of magnesium die-casting will be significantly improved, and the "tipping point" for the large-scale application of magnesium alloys is imminent.

On the afternoon of January 23rd, 2026, Mr. Qiao Ma, Chief Representative of the Beijing Office of Avani Resources Pte Ltd., along with Sales Manager Mr. Yan Li, visited Asian Metal and held a meeting with Mr. Friday Gao, Chief Consultant.

On the afternoon of January 23rd, 2026, Ms. Daphne Zhang, the Consultant & Senior Product Manager of Asian Metal, visited Shanxi Zhenxin Magnesium Co., Ltd. She engaged in in-depth discussions with General Manager Mr. Xiaolong Liu and Sales Director Mr. Xiaobin Wang on application directions related to semi-solid die-casting of magnesium products. In 2026, the driving force behind the magnesium industry's development is shifting from the short-term benefits of "price differential substitution" to a new stage of "performance breakthrough," anchored by advanced manufacturing technologies like "semi-solid die-casting." While the magnesium-aluminum price gap acts as a catalyst for market penetration, semi-solid die-casting technology represents a key process revolution that unlocks the ultimate performance of magnesium alloys—combining lightweight, toughness, and low carbon—and overcomes their forming challenges. This technology enables the more stable and precise manufacturing of complex thin-walled components, thereby truly opening doors to demanding fields such as new energy vehicle integrated die-casting and high-end 3C electronics, where material and process requirements are stringent. The core competitiveness of enterprises will be reflected in their ability to leverage control over upstream resources, deeply integrate with downstream applications, and translate the inherent advantages of magnesium into irreplaceable performance benefits and carbon reduction value for end products through process innovation, thus securing a defining position in the industrial value chain.

On the afternoon of January 23rd, 2026, Ms. Daphne Zhang, the Consultant & Senior Product Manager of Asian Metal, visited Shanxi Regal Metal New Material Co., Ltd. She held in-depth discussions with General Manager Mr. Guoqing Yan and Purchasing Manager Mr. Ze Yang regarding the supply-demand outlook and application directions for the magnesium market in 2026. The year 2026 represents a critical transition window for the magnesium industry, moving from "cost substitution" toward a "material revolution." The shift from plastics to magnesium points to low-carbon restructuring in consumer and light industrial sectors, while substituting aluminum with magnesium signifies a structural leap from a "backup option" to the "preferred choice" in high-end manufacturing. These parallel trends not only broaden application boundaries but fundamentally reshape the industry's perception of magnesium's value.

On the morning of January 23rd, 2026, Ms. Daphne Zhang, the Consultant & Senior Product Manager of Asian Metal, visited Shanxi Yinguang Huasheng Magnesium Industry Co., Ltd. She held in-depth discussions with Deputy General Manager Mr. Zongkun Wang, Sales Manager Mr. Xiangyun Yang, and Sales Manager Mr. Zejun Lu regarding the supply and demand situation of the magnesium market in 2025, as well as the application prospects and development trends of the magnesium industry in 2026. Mr. Wang frankly stated that magnesium die-casting has become the core direction for demand growth, driven by the dual thrust of the lightweight trend and the widening price differential between magnesium and aluminum. Meanwhile, high-end processing paths such as magnesium extrusion and forging are also expected to see simultaneous demand expansion. Magnesium extrusion and forging are emerging as key areas for expanding high-end applications. Magnesium extruded materials will leverage their advantages of high strength and corrosion resistance in fields like rail transit and construction formwork, while magnesium forged components target scenarios with extremely high demands for lightweighting and structural integrity, such as aerospace and high-performance automotive chassis. These two directions not only represent an upgrade path for magnesium materials from "substitution" to "design-led" but also reflect the industry's strategic determination to continuously break through application boundaries and deepen penetration into high-value-added fields through process innovation.

On the morning of January 23rd, 2026, Ms. Daphne Zhang, the Consultant & Senior Product Manager of Asian Metal, visited visited Shanxi Wenxi Kangtai Metal Products Co., Ltd. She held an in-depth exchange with General Manager Mr. Gang Li regarding the application scenarios and demand outlook for magnesium alloys in 2026. Mr. Li stated that the magnesium alloy industry is poised for structural growth opportunities in 2026: on one hand, the sustained price differential between magnesium and aluminum will continue to create space for substitution demand, accelerating the penetration of magnesium alloys in high-end manufacturing sectors such as automobiles and aerospace; on the other hand, the trend of "replacing plastic with magnesium" will generate clear incremental demand in lightweight transportation areas like two-wheeled vehicles, aligning with the dual global trends of green, low-carbon development and material upgrades. These two engines will jointly drive the transition of magnesium alloys from a "cost-sensitive" to a "value-driven" material, signifying the industry's entry into a strategic new cycle empowered by technology and expanded applications.

On the afternoon of January 22nd, 2026, Ms. Daphne Zhang, the Consultant & Senior Product Manager of Asian Metal, visited Shanxi Baosheng Yuanhua New Material Co., Ltd., and engaged in discussions with General Manager Junkang Ji regarding the current historic expansion of the price gap between magnesium and aluminum. This significant development is substantively propelling the substitution of magnesium for aluminum from a technically feasible concept to the threshold of large-scale economic viability. This shift is not merely driven by cost considerations but represents a deepening of the industrial logic of lightweighting in sectors such as automotive, 3C products, and high-end equipment. Baosheng Yuanhua's focus on magnesium alloy die-casting extends beyond capturing the opportunity presented by the price gap; more importantly, through its strategic pivot toward "high-precision die-casting components," the company aims to transform its material cost advantages into structural design benefits and performance premiums for end products. The core competitive barriers for the enterprise are evolving from simple alloy smelting capabilities to integrated die-casting processes, mold design, and synchronous research and development capabilities with major manufacturers.

On the afternoon of January 22nd, 2026, Ms. Daphne Zhang, the Consultant & Senior Product Manager of Asian Metal, visited Shanxi Fuhengdi New Materials Co., Ltd. She held an in-depth discussion with General Manager Chai Juncai and Deputy General Manager Chai Jin regarding the global supply and demand landscape of the magnesium powder market in 2025 and the market application prospects for 2026. Mr. Chai stated that while maintaining its traditional market share, Fuhengdi is currently making forward-looking investments in the research, development, and production of hydrogen storage magnesium powder. This essentially targets the future track of "solid-state hydrogen storage" within the hydrogen energy industry chain. If downstream applications such as hydrogen metallurgy achieve commercial breakthroughs, hydrogen storage magnesium powder will not only open up a new high-value-added market but may also drive a qualitative leap in the entire magnesium powder consumption, thereby reshaping the industry landscape. This requires enterprises not only to overcome technical challenges but also to build an entire ecosystem capability—from material innovation to the implementation of application scenarios.

On the afternoon of 22nd January, 2026, Ms. Vivian Pang, Rare Earth Market Senior Consultant of Asian Metal, visited Domel d.o.o. Suzhou Office and met Mr. Ales Leben, General Manager of Asia Division, and exchanged opinions on price trend and global supply prospect of NdFeB magnet.

On the afternoon of 22nd January, 2026, Ms. Vivian Pang, Rare Earth Market Senior Consultant of Asian Metal, visited Kone Elevator Co. and held in-depth discussions with Mr. Mars Zhu, Purchase Director, and Ms. Yaozhen Cai, Purchase Manager of Motor Department, regarding price trend and demand outlook of NdFeB magnet.

On the morning of January 22nd, 2026, Ms. Daphne Zhang, the Consultant & Senior Product Manager of Asian Metal, visited Shanxi Fusheng Magnesium Co., Ltd. and engaged in an in-depth discussion with Mr. Chen Xiaojun, the General Manager, regarding the supply and demand expectations for the magnesium powder market in 2026. Currently, the magnesium powder market is undergoing a structural transformation characterized by simultaneous pressure on traditional applications and the rise of high-end demand. In the second half of 2025, monthly magnesium powder exports remained around 6,000 tons, reflecting the industry's ongoing challenge of structurally weakening demand from traditional sectors such as steel desulfurization. Looking ahead to 2026, the core of market competition will no longer be about extensive volume expansion but will shift toward a focus on refined dimensions such as particle fineness, sphericity, purity, and specific alloy compositions. Particularly in fields such as powder metallurgy, 3D printing (additive manufacturing), and high-end military applications, the demand for ultra-fine and specialty alloy magnesium powders is approaching a critical inflection point for growth.

On the morning of 22nd January, 2026, Ms. Vivian Pang, Rare Earth Market Senior Consultant of Asian Metal, visited Suzhou ODL Building Materials Manufacturing Corporation and shared opinions with Mr. Derek Zhou, SCM Manager, and Mr. Steven Feng, Supply Chain Planer of the company, regarding NdFeB magnet price trend and rare earth raw material supply prospect.

On the morning of 22nd January, 2026, Ms. Vivian Pang, Rare Earth Market Senior Consultant of Asian Metal, visited Suzhou Aichi Technology Co., Ltd. and met Ms. Lei Pei, General Manager, and Ms. Xuemei Xu, Procurement Director, and Mr. Fei Li, Procurement Manager. The both sides exchanged opinions about NdFeB magnet price trends.

On the afternoon of 21st January, 2026, Ms. Vivian Pang, Rare Earth Market Senior Consultant of Asian Metal, visited Valeo Group China Headquarter and was warmly received by Mr. Liang Zeng, Group Segment Manager. The both sides shared opinions regarding global supply and demand pattern and price trend of NdFeB magnet.

On the morning of 21st January, 2026, Ms. Vivian Pang, Rare Earth Market Senior Consultant of Asian Metal, visited Solvay Investment Co., Ltd. and was warmly received by Mr. Sébastien Meric, GBU Special Chem-Executive Vice President, Dr. Renaud Rohe, Project Director, Ms. Vivian Wei, Global Commercial Manager, Mr. Ken Sun, Account Manager, and Ms. Fan Jiang, Business Development Manager. The both sides held in-depth discussions regarding rare earth price trend and supply and demand pattern.

On the morning of 21st January, 2026, Ms. Vivian Pang, Rare Earth Market Senior Consultant of Asian Metal, visited Shanghai United Magnetics Co., Ltd. and held in-depth discussions with Ms. Jenny Zhang, General Manager, and Mr. Steven Wang, Manager of Division 5, of the company. Both sides exchanged views regarding the current demand and prospects of NdFeB magnet.

On the afternoon of January 16th, 2026, Mr. Dongmin Jiang, General Manager of Imerys (Zhejing) Zironia Co., and Mr. Tianrong Yao, Sales Director of the company, visited Asian Metal and had a friendly communication with Ms. Maggie Li, Zirconium Senior Market Analyst.

On the afternoon of January 14th, 2026, Mr. Hao Zhao, Sales Director of Asian Metal, and Mr. Arthur Yang, Indium Bismuth Germanium Gallium Market Analyst, visited Yunnan Lincang Xinyuan Germanium Industry Co., where they held a friendly discussion with Mr. Tony Zhao, the company's Marketing Director. Mr. Tony Zhao indicated that in 2025, the demand for germanium metal had diverged: demand for germanium used in solar applications increased with positive expectations, while civilian infrared demand faced significant substitution, leading to a nearly 50% year-on-year decrease in germanium usage for infrared applications, making the market outlook less optimistic.

On the afternoon of January 14th, 2026, Mr. Hao Zhao, Sales Director of Asian Metal, and Mr. Arthur Yang, Indium Bismuth Germanium Gallium Market Analyst, visited Yunnan Kaiyu Optoelectronic Technology Co., where they met with Mr. Ziming Wu, General Manager of the company. They engaged in discussions regarding the domestic upstream and downstream markets of the current germanium industry.

On the afternoon of January 14th, 2026, Mr. Hao Zhao, Sales Director of Asian Metal, and Mr. Arthur Yang, Indium Bismuth Germanium Gallium Market Analyst, visited Kunming Huiquan High-Purity Semiconducting Materials Co., where they met with Mr. Anxiong Tang, General Manager of the company, and Mr. Ruishan Li, General Assistant. Both sides engaged in in-depth discussions on the current supply and demand dynamics of the germanium market both domestically and internationally.

On the afternoon of January 14th, 2026, Mr. Bang Liu, Magnesia Market Analyst at Asian Metal, visited Anshan Yingfeng New Material Technology Co., Ltd. and met with General Manager Mr. Yong Dou. The two parties conducted detailed discussions on industry hot topics such as current mining policies, the phase-out of caustic calcined magnesia capacity, and recent price trends of electric fused magnesia, and exchanged views on the downstream demand outlook for 2026.

On the afternoon of January 14th, 2026, Mr. Bang Liu, Magnesia Market Analyst at Asian Metal, visited Anshan Junteng Refractory Co., Ltd. and met with General Manager Mr. Tiezhu Cui. Established in 2023, Anshan Junteng Refractory Co., Ltd. has rented seven 6,300kVA high-power electric arc furnaces from Anshan Wanli Magnesia Material Technology Co., Ltd. over the past two years, mainly producing electric fused magnesia and consistently maintaining a monthly output of around 6,000t.

On the morning of January 14th, 2026, Mr. Bang Liu, Magnesia Market Analyst at Asian Metal, visited Anshan Iron & Steel Metallurgical Furnace Lining Technology Co., Ltd.and met with Purchasing Director Mr. Feng Zhou and Purchasing Manager Mr. Xinhang Jiang. The two parties conducted in-depth discussions on the current supply situation of various refractory raw materials and the price trends for 2026.

On the morning of January 14th, 2026, Mr. Hao Zhao, Sales Director of Asian Metal, and Mr. Arthur Yang, Indium Bismuth Germanium Gallium Market Analyst, visited Yunnan Chihong International Germanium Co., where they were warmly received by Mr. Kang Yang, Director of the Marketing Department, and Mr. Haidong Qian, Deputy Manager of the Marketing Department. Both parties exchanged views on the current market conditions of germanium.

On the afternoon of January 13th, 2026, Mr. Bang Liu, Magnesia Market Analyst at Asian Metal, visited Liaoning Donghe New Materials Co., Ltd. and met with Vice Chairman Mr. Baohua Dong and Assistant to the Vice Chairman Mr. Jun Wang.

On the afternoon of January 13th, 2026, Mr. Bang Liu, Magnesia Market Analyst at Asian Metal, visited Haicheng Guotian Mining Co., Ltd. and met with Chairman Mr. Shengchun Bi and Sales General Manager Mr. Guangce Xu.

On the morning of January 13th, 2026, Mr. Bang Liu, Magnesia Market Analyst at Asian Metal, visited Liaoning Lirr Magnesia Composite Material Co., Ltd. and met with Sales Manager Mr. Yongyu Fan. The two parties reviewed the market price trends of dead burned magnesia and electric fused magnesia in 2025 and held detailed discussions on the current supply-demand situation.

On the morning of January 13th, 2026, Mr. Bang Liu, Magnesia Market Analyst at Asian Metal, visited Haicheng Haiming Mining Co., Ltd. and met with Sales Director Mr. Zhi Qiao. The two parties held detailed discussions on the current supply-demand situation and price trends of the high-purity magnesia market and exchanged views on the demand outlook of the downstream building materials industry in 2026.

On the afternoon of January 12th, 2026, Mr. Bang Liu, Magnesia & Graphite Market Analyst at Asian Metal, visited Liaoning Wanxin Technology Material Co., Ltd. and met with General Manager Mr. Jixiang Guo.

On the morning of January 12th, 2026, Mr. Bang Liu, Magnesia & Graphite Market Analyst at Asian Metal, visited Dashiqiao Jinhe Refractory Factory and met with General Manager Mr. Jinhe Xu.

On the morning of January 12th, 2026, Mr. Bang Liu, Magnesia & Graphite Market Analyst at Asian Metal, visited Yingkou Kaining Industry Co., Ltd. and met with General Manager Mr. Gang Wang.

On the afternoon of January 9th, 2026, Mr. Damon Shi, the Abrasives & Refractories Market Analyst at Asian Metal, visited Tianjin Comfort International Trade Co., Ltd. and met with the company's General Manager, Ms. Yali Zhang. The two sides held detailed communication regarding the 2025 bauxite export market and exchanged views on the 2025 international bauxite price forecast, as well as bauxite demand and price trends.

On the morning of January 9th, 2026, Mr. Damon Shi, the Abrasives & Refractories Market Analyst at Asian Metal, visited Jason Refractories (Tianjin) Co., Ltd., where he held in-depth discussions with General Manager Ms. Jinmiao Li regarding the fused alumina and bauxite markets in Europe and North America. Jason Refractories (Tianjin) Co., Ltd. has long-term cooperation experience with Asian Metal, highly recognizes its comprehensive and accurate market information, and spoke highly of the 8th International Refractories and Abrasives Summit they attended in Wuhan last year. Ms. Jinmiao Li stated they would actively participate in the 9th International Refractories and Abrasives Summit organized by Asian Metal in Hangzhou on May 7-8, 2026.

On the morning of January 9th, 2026, Mr. Damon Shi, the Abrasives & Refractories Market Analyst at Asian Metal, visited Tianjin Zexi Mineral Processing Co., Ltd. He held detailed discussions with Export Manager Mr. Ronghua Fan and Business Manager Mr. Hong Zhang regarding the 2025 bauxite export situation and the bauxite price market.

On the afternoon of January 9th, 2026, Mr. Alex Guo, Tin Market Analyst of Asian Metal, met with colleagues from Shanghai Xinyinglei Metal Materials Co., Ltd., Shanghai Xihe Industrial Co., Ltd., Shanghai Yuguang Gold & Lead International Trade Co., Ltd., and SDIC Futures Co., Ltd. During the tea party, Mr. Alex Guo introduced the current raw material market situation and shared his judgment on market price trends. After introducing the preparation progress for the Tin Forum 2026 o be held by Asian Metal on April 23-24th, 2026 in Nanning, China, Mr. Alex Guo sent invitations to the colleagues attended.

On the morning of January 9th, 2026, Mr. Alex Guo, Tin Market Analyst of Asian Metal, visited C&D Logistics (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. and met with Ms. Chenchen Wang, Deputy General Manager of the company, and Business Manager Ms. Xiaohua Cheng. Ms. Chenchen Wang introduced the company's current business situation and plans for expanding raw material-related business. Subsequently, Mr. Xiaohua Cheng inquired with Mr. Alex Guo about the current supply and demand situation in the tin market and his views on the prospects of the AI industry. Ms. Chenchen Wang stated that the company would actively participate in the Tin Forum 2026 to be held by Asian Metal on April 23-24th, 2026 in Nanning, China.

On the morning of January 9th, 2026, Mr. Alex Guo, Tin Market Analyst of Asian Metal, Shanghai Chongyin Metal Materials Co., Ltd. and met with Mr. Shifa Wu, General Manager of the company. Both parties exchanged views on the current market situation and their judgment on future prices. Mr. Shifa Wu stated that he would actively participate in the Tin Forum 2026 to be held by Asian Metal on April 23-24th, 2026 in Nanning, China.

On the afternoon of January 8th, 2026, Mr. Alex Guo, Tin Market Analyst of Asian Metal, visited Shanghai Linjun Metal Materials Co., Ltd. and met with Mr. Jiaqing Qian, General Manager of the company, and his business partners Mr. Cheng Wei and Mr. Rui Chen. Mr. Jiaqing Qian first introduced the company's current business scope. Both parties discussed the current price trends. Subsequently, Mr. Jiaqing Qian expressed the need to broaden tin ingot supply channels with the help of the Asian Metal platform and stated that the company would actively participate in the Tin Forum 2026 to be held by Asian Metal on April 23-24th, 2026 in Nanning, China.

On the afternoon of January 8th, 2026, Mr. Alex Guo, Tin Market Analyst of Asian Metal, visited Jinchuan Qirun (Shanghai) International Trade Development Co., Ltd. and met with Mr. Zhen Wu, Tin Business Manager of the company. Mr. Zhen Wu exchanged views with Mr. Alex Guo on the development of the company's current trade business, hoping to actively expand business through the Asian Metal platform. Mr. Zhen Wu stated that the company would actively participate in the Tin Forum 2026 to be held by Asian Metal on April 23-24th, 2026 in Nanning, China.

On the afternoon of January 8th, 2026, Mr. Alex Guo, Tin Market Analyst of Asian Metal, visited Shanghai Linsen Industrial Co., Ltd. and met with Mr. Haibin Zhou, General Manager of the company. Mr. Haibin Zhou introduced the current trade situation of the company and the production status of its parent company, Weitai Tin Industry, to Asian Metal. Both parties then exchanged views on the current market price trends. Mr. Haibin Zhou expressed his attention to the Tin Forum 2026 to be held by Asian Metal on April 23-24th, 2026 in Nanning, China.

On the afternoon of January 8th, 2026, Mr. Alex Guo, Tin Market Analyst of Asian Metal, visited Shanghai Xintou Enterprise Development Co., Ltd. and met with Mr. Chongqing Li, Tin Business Manager of the company. Mr. Chongqing Li introduced the basic situation of the company to Asian Metal. The company is a third-level wholly-owned subsidiary under the Xinjiang Commerce & Logistics (Group) Co., Ltd. (referred to as "the Group"), a state-owned Category I enterprise directly supervised by the SASAC of Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region. Since commencing business last year, the company has achieved considerable scale in tin ingot trade. Subsequently, both parties exchanged views on the current market situation. Mr. Chongqing Li stated that the company would actively participate in the Tin Forum 2026 to be held by Asian Metal on April 23-24th, 2026 in Nanning, China.

On the morning of January 5th 2026, Ms. Liwen Liang, Deputy General Manager of Capital Market Department (Institute of Industry and Finance), and Mr. Bihao Wang, Manager, visited Asian Metal and held discussions with Mr. Xianghua Wang, Aluminum Market Analyst; Ms. Daphne Zhang, Senior Magnesium Market Analyst; Mr. Alex Guo, Tin Market Analyst; and Ms. Bonnie Song, Lithium Market Analyst.