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Minimum Volume Threshold rules take full effect
Following a phased implementation period, MVT requirements are now fully in effect, together with automated crossing functionality. These measures are designed to support efficient order matching and help enhance transparency and price discovery.
LME progresses warehouse and physical market enhancements and consults on streamlined brand listing
The LME has confirmed a range of enhancements for the physical market that were proposed in March. It is also consulting on changes to make the brand listing process more efficient while retaining the LME's industry leading standards.
LME Metals Seminar 2026 – secure your spot today!
Join us on 19 October 2026 for the LME Metals Seminar, where industry leaders, market participants and experts from across the value chain comes together for a day of insight, analysis and debate. Secure your spot today.
Fastmarkets International Aluminium Conference 2026
The LME is a proud silver sponsor of this year's Fastmarkets International Aluminium Conference in Budapest.
ALFED Business Briefing and Annual Dinner
The Aluminium Federation Business Briefing & Annual Dinner brings together industry leaders to discuss key market trends, challenges, and opportunities across the UK aluminium sector. The LME is pleased to be returning as a silver sponsor of this year's events.
LME Metals Seminar
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