Kenmare Q3 Mkt Update14 Oct 2023 17:09
I'm 'sure' everyone here knows what CMET will be actually mining and its uses in the market, eh-hem...
I was interested to read Kenmare's update on the titanium market, which they delivered with their Q3 report:
"Market update
Demand for titanium feedstocks and zircon softened in Q3, reflecting weaker global economic activity, and consequently Kenmare achieved lower average prices compared to the previous quarter. Despite the current headwinds, the Company believes the medium- and long-term fundamentals for all of its products remain strong.
Pigment production in China, one of Kenmare’s key markets, continues at high levels supported by new capacity. Pigment exports from China are at record levels and competing aggressively in the global market, with major producers outside of China lowering utilisations and closing selected plants in response.
Feedstock supply has remained flat during the year. Ilmenite concentrates entering China remain the largest source of new supply offsetting supply disruptions at several large operations outside China, which are continuing in Q4 2023. This is coupled with major producers reducing their supply to the market, reflecting the weaker demand.
Demand for high-quality ilmenite has been more resilient than other titanium feedstocks, benefiting from the strong pigment production in China and the thriving titanium metal market, supporting relatively stable demand for Kenmare’s ilmenite products."