
Aluminium Bahrain B.S.C. (Alba) has reached 50 million safe working hours without a Lost Time Injury (LTI) . The milestone was achieved on September 7, 2026, marking a record in the company’s history. The achievement reflects Alba’s continued focus on workplace safety across its aluminium...
Odisha has brought forward its investment roadshow in the United Arab Emirates as competition among Indian states for overseas capital intensifies. The programme was initially planned for December, but growing investor outreach by other states prompted the government to advance the visit, according...
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On Monday, February 19, the National Bank of Oman (NBO) agreed to provide a working capital facility worth US$50 million to Sohar Aluminium Co. LLC for its operational requirements. The news came after Abdullah Al Hinai, Chief Executive Officer at the National Bank of Oman, and Engr Said Mohamed Al...

Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid al-Maktoum announced on February 18, 2023, that the United Arab Emirates achieved a historic milestone in its non-oil trade, reaching around $952.93 billion (3.5 trillion dirhams) in 2023. This remarkable accomplishment underscores the nation's commitment...

Guinea is poised to secure approximately $4 billion in funding from the United Arab Emirates this week. Under the junta ruling since 2021, the government has strategically engaged with development funds and investors in Dubai to support key sectors such as infrastructure, healthcare, and education....

Rose Aluminium, one of Ghana's most esteemed and enduring enterprises, has completed 30 years of quality production and services. Emerging from humble origins, Rose Aluminium Company Ltd, formerly known as Parkview Aluminium Ltd, has evolved from a modest local manufacturing firm into a renowned...

Emirates Global Aluminium (EGA), the leading aluminium giant in the UAE, has partnered with beverage can manufacturers Crown and CANPACK to launch "Every Can Counts," an innovative campaign aimed at promoting the recycling of used aluminium drink cans. This initiative, introduced during COP28,...

In the dynamic realm of aluminium, where innovation meets industry, a beacon of insight emerges with the launch of " Aluminium Middle East: Focus 2024" . This e-Magazine publication is a testament to the thriving landscape of aluminium in the Middle East, capturing the pulse of an ever-evolving...

Loubiworld, under the illustrious Maison Louboutin Beauty, continues to redefine luxury with its exquisite Eau de Parfum collection. In a partnership with the TNT Group, renowned for crafting jewel-like caps, the 50 ml variant emerges as a masterpiece, seamlessly blending oriental aesthetics with...
Oman recently played host to its inaugural Aluminium Recycling Forum at the JW Marriott Hotel in Muscat on February 14. Dr Abdullah bin Ali al Amri, Chairman of the Environment Authority, graced the event, marking a significant step towards sustainable practices in the country. The forum,...

Emirates Global Aluminium and the UAE's Artificial Intelligence, Digital Economy and Remote Work Applications office will promote the adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) across the region's industrial sectors. The news came on Wednesday, February 14, after the signing of a memorandum of...

India is witnessing a surge in imported aluminium prices this week driven by several factors, including a notable increase in futures, limited availability of material, and a positive shift in demand. Across various grades of aluminium scrap, prices have risen by approximately $25-35/t w-o-w....

Frédéric Pereira is a seasoned professional with over 13 years of dedicated service at Fives ECL, where he currently holds the esteemed position of Services Development Manager for the Aluminium division. With a robust background in production engineering complemented by a Master of Business...

One of the most critical areas determining cell life reduction and productivity over that life is the efficient sealing or lack of good sealing at the cathode bar penetrations on each cell. Engineers and product developers have worked for years to improve the sealing solutions in this critical...

Sohar Aluminium Company, the first aluminium smelter in the Sultanate of Oman, will reportedly finance the construction of a building for Takaful Suhar Social Charity Team in Suhar, North Batinah. The news came on Sunday, February 11, after Sohar Aluminium inked a memorandum of understanding (MoU)...

Bruce Wilson is a successful engineering professional with over 25 years of experience in the primary aluminium industry. A graduate in mechanical engineering and business administration with certification in project management. His experience working for world-class companies has given him strong...

Mahmood Daylami is the Secretary General of the Gulf Aluminium Council (GAC) and former Deputy Chief Executive at ALBA. He has been associated with the aluminium business for over forty years. Additionally, he is the author of the book 'Understanding Cultural Diversity in the Gulf: A Management...

René von Kaenel received his diploma as a physicist from The Swiss Federal Institute of Technology Lausanne (EPFL) before working for International Computer Limited in London and specialising in computer science. In 1981, he joined Alusuisse and became the head of the modelling activities for...

Egyptalum plans to develop and rehabilitate the current smelter and evaluate the capital expenditures required to ensure operation for another 25 to 30 years of the operational life of the current smelter, with compliance with all health, safety, and environmental laws and standards. The project...

Emirates Global Aluminium has inked an agreement to supply alumina to The Alumina Industrial Company. This collaboration aims to foster the emergence of a new sector dedicated to manufacturing speciality products from alumina, aligning with the UAE's ambitious industrial growth strategy, Operation...