Alba teams up with ARRAY Innovation for AI-powered efficiency in aluminium smelting

Aluminium Bahrain (Alba), the world's largest single-site aluminium smelter, has entered into a strategic partnership with Bahrain-based ARRAY Innovation, a leader in AI and digital cloud solutions. The partnership, formalised at the Gateway Gulf Investment Forum's second edition, focuses on advancing Alba's digital transformation journey under the Industry 4.0 framework.

Alaa Saeed, ARRAY Innovation Founder and CEO, said, "We're excited to partner with Alba on their Industry 4.0 initiatives, leveraging the depth of ARRAY's Quantitative Development and software engineering expertise to provide Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, and Data Analytics solutions. Array is on a mission to build advanced enterprise software, analytics, artificial intelligence, and machine learning solutions in Bahrain while creating high value jobs for Bahrainis. The engagement we have entered into today with Alba realises this vision, amplifies our impact in the community while strengthening Alba's position in the global aluminium industry."

ARRAY Innovation will implement customised AI, machine learning, and data analytics solutions to enhance operational efficiency and streamline Alba's manufacturing processes. These initiatives aim to set new benchmarks for productivity, safety, and sustainability in the aluminium industry, reinforcing Alba's commitment to innovation-driven growth.

Khalid Al Rumaihi, Alba's Chairman of the Board of Directors, said "Our strategic collaboration with Array marks a significant step towards positioning Alba as a technology-driven industry leader. This partnership will not only accelerate our Industry 4.0 journey, driving operational excellence and cost reduction but also align with Bahrain Economic Vision 2030 by investing in local talent. Together, Alba and ARRAY Innovation are set to advance Industry 4.0 goals and contribute to Bahrain's standing as a centre of industrial and technological excellence."