Vedanta Aluminium’s second-quarter production in fiscal year 2027 saw a significant increase, with alumina output rising 37% to a record 895,000 tonnes and aluminium production climbing 5% to 649,000 tonnes. The company reported its highest-ever quarterly aluminium output, supported by expanded capacity and operational improvements. Zinc India’s refined metal production also rose 7% to 264,000 tonnes in Q2 FY2027. The company faces potential cost increases due to a court ruling that may affect bauxite supplies, though it has stated the order does not impact current supplies. Vedanta is reviewing legal options and evaluating its response to a demand notice from Odisha Mining Corporation.
The production update highlights continued growth in Vedanta’s aluminium and other metals operations, despite challenges in oil and gas and iron ore sectors. The company is also navigating raw-material cost pressures, with potential financial impacts estimated at up to $290 million. Vedanta has indicated that increased sourcing from OMC and the planned commissioning of its captive Sijimali bauxite mine could help moderate costs over the medium term.
The company’s performance underscores the ongoing challenges and opportunities in its diverse operations, with strong results in aluminium and alumina production contrasting with declines in oil and gas output. Vedanta remains focused on capacity expansion and operational improvements, while addressing legal and financial implications of recent court rulings related to bauxite supplies.