IBAAS-IMMT-IIM 2025 Conference & Exhibition – Promising Developments So Far

With increasing domestic and international participation, the 13^th International Bauxite, Alumina & Aluminium Conference & Exhibition (IBAAS-IMMT-IIM 2025), slated for October 8–10, 2025, in Bhubaneswar, India, is taking shape as a major industry event.

• Around 50 abstracts of technical papers have been received from experts, researchers, and professionals worldwide, reflecting growing engagement across key areas of the aluminium value chain.
• About 30 companies have already confirmed their participation, including major players, offering excellent opportunities for interaction, collaboration, and business development.
• Sponsorship support has been confirmed from three notable companies — SNF, Nalco Water, and EPIQ Machinery — further enhancing the profile and outreach of the event.
• A special session and panel discussion by the Aluminium Stewardship Initiative (ASI) will be conducted, focusing on key topics such as sustainability, responsible sourcing, ASI certification, and ESG standards in the aluminium industry.
• The prestigious IBAAS-Cetizion Verifica ESG Awards 2025 will be held alongside the event, promoting best practices and recognising efforts towards sustainability and responsible governance.
• Participants from over 15 countries have shown interest, setting the stage for strong international interaction and knowledge exchange.
• The conference souvenir and technical proceedings will feature participating organizations and authors, providing valuable visibility within the global aluminium community.
• Planned technical sessions will cover a wide range of topics including Bauxite Beneficiation, Alumina Refining, Non-metallurgical bauxite-alumina, Aluminium Smelting, Downstream Applications, Sustainability, Digitalisation, and Industry 4.0.
• A pre-conference workshop on October 7, 2025, will offer hands-on learning and interactive training opportunities.
• A post-conference plant visit is scheduled for October 11, 2025, giving delegates a chance to witness operations and innovations within the Indian aluminium industry.

As preparations continue, more abstracts, participating companies, sponsors, and partners are expected to join. The IBAAS-IMMT-IIM 2025 Conference is shaping up to be a truly global platform connecting stakeholders from across the aluminium ecosystem.