
Aluminium Bahrain B.S.C. (Alba) has appointed three executives across finance, legal and organisational development, strengthening its leadership capabilities as the company prepares for its next phase of growth. Aluminium Bahrain B.S.C. (Alba), the world's largest aluminium smelter on one site,...
Aluminium Bahrain B.S.C. (Alba), the world's largest aluminium smelter on one site, is pleased to announce the recent promotions of S. Abbas S. Baqer to Manager Calciner & Marine and Ali Aseeri to Manager Engineering & Projects. Since joining Alba in 1989 as a Vocational Trainee, S. Abbas S. Baqer...
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Aluminium Bahrain B.S.C. (Alba), the world’s largest aluminium smelter on one site, has etched a new precedent in the industry’s history books by achieving a historic milestone of 35 million safe working hours without a Lost Time Injury (LTI) on 08 May 2025, reaffirming its position as safety...

On April 27, 2025, Alba (Aluminium Bahrain) announced their adaptation of the AI-powered analytics platform Seeq, the first aluminium smelter in the Middle East with such cutting-edge technology. This has been done in a strategic partnership with Saudi Arabia's Crucial Solutions and Services (CSS)...

Aluminium Bahrain B.S.C. (Alba), the world’s largest smelter on one site, recognised 12 exceptional contracting companies based in Bahrain for their top performance in Safety and Well-being throughout 2024, in an awarding ceremony that was held on 27 February 2025 at the Oasis Hall. Alba’s Chief...

Aluminium Bahrain B.S.C. (Alba) has become the Sea Cargo Charter's latest signatory, strengthening the organisation's global presence in the aluminium sector and reaffirming its commitment to decarbonisation and transparency. As the world's largest single-site aluminium smelter, Alba produces...

Aluminium Bahrain B.S.C. (Alba), the world's largest smelter ex-China, has announced its fourth quarter and full-year results for 2024, reporting an impressive growth in financial output, coincided with its new high of net finished production at 1,622,261 tonnes. Image source: Aluminium Bahrain...
Aluminium Bahrain B.S.C. (Alba), the world’s largest smelter on one site, announces that Saudi Arabian Mining Company (Ma’aden) as its new strategic shareholder following the acquisition of SABIC’s 20.62% stake in Alba. The c.US$1 billion transaction marks a transformative moment for Alba and...

The Middle East has long been a powerhouse in the global aluminium industry, with its strategic location, abundant energy resources, and advanced technological infrastructure. As the world shifts towards sustainable production and decarbonisation, the region is embracing a new era of low-carbon...

Aluminium Bahrain B.S.C. (Alba), the world’s largest smelter on one site, is the proud recipient of the prestigious Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents (RoSPA) Life President Award for its commitment to ensure a safe and healthy work environment as well as setting global benchmarks in...

Aluminium Bahrain B.S.C. (Alba) has taken another stride to accomplish its decarbonisation goals with its newest discovery — an electric, battery-powered Aluminium Fluoride (AlF3) feeding vehicle. The pilot apparatus has been shaped into reality with the utilisation of an advanced vehicle from...

Technical advancement in any industrial sector is the secret agent steering the business forward. From implementing artificial technology to indulging in advanced machinery, the aluminium industry has similarly progressed through the path of time, overcoming numerous snags along the route. Here, we...

Aluminium Bahrain B.S.C. (Alba), the world’s largest aluminum smelter on one site, has joined the Open Innovation Program, backed by Bahrain’s Labour Fund (Tamkeen) and managed by Brinc MENA. This Program connects leading enterprises with innovative Bahraini startups and SMEs to develop...
Aluminium Bahrain B.S.C. (Alba), the world's largest aluminium smelter on a single site, is convening its Annual Majlis from 14 to 18 January 2025. This event serves as a platform to foster open dialogue, two-way communication between the Company's top management and employees through multiple live...

On Monday, January 13, Aluminium Bahrain B.S.C. (Alba) updated that its strategic merger discussion with Saudi Arabian Mining Company (Ma'aden) is no longer in action after being decided mutually. Ma'aden also said the same in its filing to Tadawul, adding that it would keep looking for growth...

Aluminium Bahrain B.S.C. (Alba) yet again outperformed and achieved a new high of aluminium production in 2024. On Thursday, January 9, the company announced it attained 1,622,261 tonnes of net finished production in 2024. Image source: Alba Output over the years: From 2021 to 2023, Alba produced...

Aluminium Bahrain B.S.C. (Alba), the world’s largest aluminium smelter on one site, held a special celebratory event on 07 January 2025 to honour 15 national employees with ‘Inspirational Employee of the Year’ Award for 2024. Notably, seven of the awardees were women, reflecting Alba’s commitment...

Aluminium Bahrain B.S.C. (Alba) has deployed yet another cutting-edge technology for operational enhancement. According to a report on December 24, Alba has partnered with Comvision (India) Private Limited, a leading provider of intelligent transportation solutions, to upscale its inventory...

The deadline for the proposed merger between Aluminium Bahrain (Alba) and subsidiaries of Saudi Arabia’s Ma’aden has been extended to the second quarter of 2025. Originally anticipated to be finalised in Q1 2025, the extension was disclosed in a statement to the Bahrain Bourse on 22 December 2024....
Aluminium Bahrain B.S.C. (Alba), the first aluminium smelter in the Middle East and the world's largest smelter ex-China with a production of more than 1.548 million tonnes per annum has achieved several milestones in 2024 and marked many crucial benchmarks for the entire global aluminium industry....