Bahrain’s Alba Deputy CEO key panellist at ARABAL 2018

The Arab International Aluminium Conference (ARABAL) is the premium trade event for the Middle East's aluminium industry. Kuwait Industries Co. Holding are the host of the 22nd ARABAL in its 35th year. ARABAL’s theme this year focuses on ‘The Global Challenges to the Aluminium Industry and Suitable Solutions’.  ARABAL combines a strategic conference with an international exhibition.

Aluminium Bahrain (Alba) is a key participant of ARABAL being held from 11 to 13 November 2018 in Kuwait. Alba’s Deputy Chief Executive Officer (DCEO) and Chief Supply Officer Ali Al Baqali was a key speaker on the ‘Industry Dynamics’ panel discussion held on Monday 12 November. Also, He is a on the ‘Investor Experience’ panel discussion to be held on Tuesday 13 November at ARABAL.

Speaking at the ARABAL 2018 event, Alba’s DCEO Ali Al Baqali said: “Trade policies, environmental factors and US sanctions have played a major part in shaping the Aluminium market in 2018 and will continue to do so in the medium-run. As a Region with a major influence on the global aluminium industry, Middle East smelters should not depend solely on external sources and look at alternatives to secure their alumina supply. At ARABAL, we look forward to more of such solutions and long-term partnerships that will lead to a sustainable and strategic growth for GCC smelters.”

This year, Alba was represented by Mr. Yousif Taqi – Alba’s Board Director, Ali Al-Baqali - Deputy CEO and Chief Supply Chain Officer, Khalid A. Latif - Chief Marketing Officer, Shawqi Al Hashimi - Line 6 Smelter Project Director and Mohammed Khalil - Director Safety, Health and Environment along with other key officials.