----Interview with Shankar Roshansanja
General Manager
Sree Sumangala Metals and Industries Pvt. Ltd.
Sree Sumangala Metals and Industries Pvt. Ltd., a subsidiary of the Sree Sumangala Group, is a leading Indian producer of primary and secondary aluminum alloys. Established in 1985, the group entered the aluminum alloy manufacturing sector in 2009. The company operates three types of melting furnaces to maximize melting efficiency and optimize recovery from aluminum scrap. It has also installed a highly efficient baghouse dust collection system for environmental protection and utilizes advanced testing equipment to ensure precise control of alloy chemical compositions.
Asian Metal: Welcome to the interview. To begin, could you please give us a brief introduction to your company?
Shankar Roshansanja: Our company has been engaged in the aluminum alloy business since 2009 and currently has an annual production capacity of 42,000 tonnes. We produce both primary and secondary aluminum alloys, covering more than 200 grades, including A356 and ADC12. The company employs over 500 people.
Asian Metal: Secondary aluminum alloy prices have risen over the past few months. What do you think has been driving the increase? Does your company focus more on the domestic market or exports?
Shankar Roshansanja: Yes, prices have increased in recent months. In my view, the rise has been driven by stronger demand as well as reduced availability of certain aluminum scrap grades, including Zorba, which has pushed up raw material costs. Our primary focus is the domestic market, which accounts for more than 90% of our sales. Exports represent around 10%, with China and Japan being our main export destinations.
Asian Metal: What was your mainstream ADC12 price level in early June, and what is your outlook for the third quarter?
Shankar Roshansanja: In early June, our mainstream ADC12 price was stable at INR365,000-370,000/t (USD3,758-3,863/t) delivered India. Looking ahead, I expect prices to remain relatively stable throughout the third quarter.
Asian Metal: Could you share your sales strategy for the coming year?
Shankar Roshansanja: We plan to increase our export volume by 5-10% in 2026, supported by our expectation of stronger demand in overseas markets.
Asian Metal: What do you see as the key advantages of Indian aluminum alloys? How would you assess the country's current production capacity, and do you expect further expansion over the next two years?
Shankar Roshansanja: Indian aluminum alloys are recognized for their good quality. In addition, we are able to offer relatively short delivery times, typically around 20 days. At our company, we utilize rotary furnaces, Sklenar furnaces and crucible furnaces to achieve efficient melting and maximize value recovery from aluminum scrap. As for the broader market, I estimate India's total aluminum alloy production capacity at around 4.5 million tonnes per year, and I believe it could increase by approximately 20% over the next two years.
Asian Metal: Aluminum scrap is one of the key raw materials for alloy production. Has the conflict in the Middle East affected your scrap supply? How do you ensure supply security?
Shankar Roshansanja: So far, we have not encountered any significant issues. Around 90% of our aluminum scrap requirements are met through imports, primarily from Europe, the United States, Australia, Malaysia and Singapore. We have established diversified sourcing channels and remain confident in our ability to maintain a stable and secure supply of raw materials.
Asian Metal: Has the recent heatwave in India had any impact on aluminum alloy production?
Shankar Roshansanja: Yes. Taking our plant as an example, production in June is expected to decline by around 20% month on month to approximately 2,300 tonnes.
Asian Metal: According to Customs data, China and Japan imported more than 40,000 tonnes of aluminum alloys from India in 2025. What growth do you expect in 2026?
Shankar Roshansanja: I expect the volume to increase by around 10% in 2026.
Asian Metal: Finally, we wish your company continued success in achieving its sales targets this year.
Shankar Roshansanja: Thank you for the opportunity to share our views.
