RX, the global powerhouse behind world-class events and the renowned ALUMINIUM exhibition in Düsseldorf, has unveiled an exciting new chapter for the aluminium industry, ALUMINIUM Arabia. Set to make its grand debut at The Arena Riyadh from 27 to 29 April 2026, this landmark event will spotlight the rapid rise of Saudi Arabia's aluminium sector.
Recent research reveals that Saudi Arabia's aluminium market is on track to surpass US$3.6 billion by 2034, driven by a robust compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.4 per cent starting in 2025. Forward-looking government policies power this impressive growth focused on localisation, industrial innovation, and major infrastructure development, all of which are propelling the kingdom to the forefront of the global metals and manufacturing arena.
Positioned at the heart of the Kingdom's industrial transformation, ALUMINIUM Arabia will unite leading producers, processors, innovators, and technology pioneers from across the entire value chain. More than just an exhibition, it's a bold step into the future where global expertise meets regional ambition and where the aluminium industry's next frontier takes shape.
Michael Köhler, Managing Director of RX Germany, added, "Under the ALUMINIUM brand, RX will cover all relevant core markets in the industry, from Europe's leading innovation centre to the largest production hub, China and the highly developed North American sales market through to the economically thriving Middle East region."
Saudi Arabia's aluminium ambitions
Saudi Arabia's aluminium ambitions are powered by two game-changing advantages: access to low-cost sustainable energy sources and abundant domestic bauxite reserves. These natural strengths have laid the foundation for the Kingdom's rise as a global aluminium powerhouse.
At the heart of this transformation is Ras Al-Khair Industrial City in the Eastern Province, the world's largest integrated aluminium production complex, with an impressive annual output of 740,000 tonnes. This facility stands as a symbol of the Kingdom's industrial capability and strategic vision.
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Vasyl Zhygalo, Managing Director, Middle East and Emerging Markets, RX, said, "ALUMINIUM Arabia will serve as the ultimate platform to harness the immense business potential of one of the world's fastest-growing aluminium markets. By bringing together stakeholders from across the aluminium value chain, the event will foster meaningful opportunities for collaboration, innovation and industry advancement."
With ambitions to rank among the top 10 aluminium producers worldwide, Saudi Arabia has already committed over US$32 billion to its metals sector, including a significant US$12 billion earmarked specifically for aluminium-focused initiatives. The momentum signals a bold industrial future, with aluminium playing a central role in the Kingdom's economic transformation.
As a cornerstone of Saudi Arabia's economic diversification and industrial development, the aluminium industry is entering a new era of rapid growth, fuelled by Vision 2030 and bold government initiatives. The timing of ALUMINIUM Arabia's launch couldn't be more fitting, as it arrives just as the sector gears up for a major leap forward.
With over US$1.3 trillion in infrastructure and mega projects currently underway, demand for aluminium is soaring, especially across construction, automotive, packaging, and aerospace. ALUMINIUM Arabia will serve as the premier platform to harness this momentum, bringing the global industry to the heart of one of the world's most dynamic aluminium markets.
The Premier meeting ground for the global aluminium community
ALUMINIUM Arabia is set to become a pivotal meeting point for the global aluminium community, bringing together a dynamic mix of manufacturers, producers, technology innovators, policymakers, and international investors under one roof. This landmark event will spotlight the latest breakthroughs in aluminium production while exploring the rapid expansion of downstream industries from automotive to aerospace that depend on this versatile metal.
More than just an exhibition, ALUMINIUM Arabia will delve deep into Saudi Arabia's strategic vision to build a fully integrated aluminium ecosystem—one rooted in sustainability, innovation, and smart resource management. With the Kingdom charting a bold course to become a global leader in the aluminium sector, the event will provide exclusive insights into the policies and investments shaping that future.
As RX expands its prestigious global portfolio of aluminium events, ALUMINIUM Arabia offers a powerful new platform for collaboration, innovation, and business development—at the crossroads of industrial ambition and opportunity.
RX Germany proudly hosts the flagship ALUMINIUM trade show in Düsseldorf every two years, an event that continues to set the global benchmark for the industry. The latest edition, held in October 2024, brought together over 800 exhibitors from 50 countries and attracted 20,900 visitors representing 99 nations, underscoring its status as the premier international gathering for the aluminium sector.
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