The London Metal Exchange is the world centre for industrial metals trading. Most of the world’s non-ferrous metals business is conducted on our three trading platforms: LMEselect (electronic), the Ring (open outcry) and the 24-hour telephone market.
The global metals community uses the LME to trade futures and options to hedge against adverse price movements – prices which are discovered on our markets and used as global references.
In 2023, 149 million lots were traded, equating to $15 trillion notional and 3.5 billion tonnes, with a market open interest high of 1.8 million lots.
In December 2023, 1,163,830 tonnes of material were held on LME warrant in more than 450 storage facilities in 14 countries across 32 global locations.
Participants can transfer or take on price risk against aluminium, copper, nickel, tin, zinc, lead, molybdenum, cobalt, lithium, steel scrap, rebar and hot-rolled coil as well as aluminium premiums and alloys.
All LME trades are cleared by LME Clear, which provides clearing and settlement services for users of the LME on all Ring, electronic and telephone trades.
An HKEX Group Company, the LME also provides benchmark administration services to the platinum-group metals community.
MBCL has maintained continued representation on the LME as a Category II member since 1991.We are a fully integrated liquidity provider and broker of LME futures, derivatives and price risk strategies for our global customer base. We are also active on Comex, in Aluminium Premiums, Iron Ore and Steel Swaps
Our wealth of experience, drawn from working with all aspects of industry, allows us to help identify and provide effective risk management solutions and pricing requirements
MBCL offers trading in forwards, options, cross currency, averaging, arbitrage, as well as market intelligence, online execution and client account access. We seek to provide a complete industry service and become a preferred counterpart for all your trading and risk management needs
The Agency – a dynamic logistics company revolutionizing the industry since 2017! Based in the vibrant hub of Antwerp, Belgium, we specialize in serving the European market with unparalleled efficiency and dedication.
At The Agency, our primary focus lies in the transport and distribution of non ferrous metals, amongst which aluminium products across the EU, leveraging our extensive trailer fleet to ensure seamless delivery. With a staggering yearly demand of approximately 9 million tonnes for primary metal in the EU, and a steadily growing market, our role in importing from third countries is paramount. But we don't stop there – since early 2024, we've expanded our offerings to include state-of-the-art warehousing facilities in strategic locations such as Antwerp (B), Koper (SI), and Trieste (IT). Our commitment to innovation and excellence knows no bounds, making us the trusted choice for all your logistics needs.
Welcome to The Agency – where efficiency meets reliability, and possibilities are endless.
İstanbul Mineral and Metals Exporters’ Association (İMMİB) is a professional establishment in affiliation with Ministry of Trade, Republic of Türkiye, incorporating 6 exporters’ associations within its body. İMMİB represents six big exporter industries in Turkey which are chemicals, steel, ferrous and non-ferrous metals, electronics, minerals, and jewellery. In 2023 the total export value of the 6 sectors represented by İMMİB constitutes 30% of Türkiye's total exports. İMMİB has almost 45.000 member companies producing and exporting in these associations.
İstanbul Ferrous and Non-Ferrous Metals Exporters’ Association (İDDMİB) is one of the association under the roof of İMMİB General Secretariat. Turkish Aluminium Industry has %38 share at İDDMİB’s export as being the first sector. Turkish Aluminium products are preferred by the world’s leading markets, recognized by specialist retailers and biggest chain stores for their high quality products certified to international standards while enjoying highly competitive prices and on time delivery. Türkiye, keeps pace with latest trends, fashion and Technologies and Turkish companies have being actively participating in the world’s leading exhibitions in Europe, Asia and USA for more than 30 years and and building up their brand “Turkish Aluminium” globally. The industry exports more than half of the production as finished goods. Exports of the Aluminium Industry reached 4,89 billion US$ in 2023. Turkish Aluminium sector makes export to more than 203 countries. There are approximately 1.500 active companies and employ more than 35.000 employees.