Top April aluminium events to look out for

Winter is over and the spring has slowly started putting colours in nature’s landscape. Positive trends in the global aluminium market, news of alumina and aluminium capacity cut in China and a stable US dollar have made April the perfect time to attend some of the major global events.  Here are a few significant events worth attending to leverage on the positive market trends and form business relationships:

1. 121st Metalcasting Congress 

Date: 25^th –27^th April, 2017

Location: Milwaukee, WI, USA

The AFS Metalcasting Congress is an annual technical conference and trade show event that brings together suppliers, foundries and casting customers under a single umbrella for the biggest industry event of the year. This conference will include Technical Presentations, Roundtable Discussions, and provide ample networking opportunities.

2. 7th International Conference on Electrodes for Primary Aluminium Smelters 

Date: 25^th –27^th April, 2017

Location: Reykjavik, Iceland

7th International Conference on Electrodes for Primary Aluminium Smelters will highlight topics covering both anodes and cathodes. Emphasis will be on environmental issues, increasing productivity and future prospects and challenges in the aluminium industry.

3. Argus Asian Petroleum Coke 2017

Date: 25^th –27^th April, 2017

Location: Mumbai, India

Argus Asian Petroleum Coke 2017 is not only the best platform for up-to-date market knowledge and networking but is also the ideal opportunity to display products, innovations and solutions. The event offers a lucrative opportunity for global suppliers, technology companies, solution providers and logistics industries to showcase their company profile, meet new customers and expand client base.

4. 6th Annual Global Automotive - Lightweight Materials Design & Engineering Summit 2017 

Date: 25^th –27^th April, 2017

Location: Birmingham, UK

The 6th GALM Conference Europe brings the latest OEM-led case studies and innovative solutions from the material and technology providers to the critical audience of the automotive experts, in order to help OEMs deliver the next generation of lightweight vehicles.

The key topics for the 6th Annual Global Automotive - Lightweight Materials Design & Engineering Summit 2017 (GALM Europe 2017) will include material selection strategies & multimaterial architectures, lightweighting opportunities of structural parts, components, engine and powertrain, innovative joining technologies, use of composites, thermoplastics, glass fiber and other new materials for weight reduction etc.

5. The Big 5 Construct North Africa

Date: 25^th –27^th April, 2017

Location: CASABLANCA, MOROCCO

The Big 5 Construct North Africa is the latest addition to the largest portfolio of world-leading construction industry events in the Middle East and Africa and an ideal platform to launch new business and find new customers in this growing region. North Africa has the resources and comparative advantage to position itself as the world’s next manufacturing market. The region is a magnet for international FDI’s. The event provides an exceptional opportunity to network, learn and do business with the who's who of the North Africa construction world.

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6.  Architect @ Work - Kortrijk 2017 

Date: 27^th –28^th April, 2017

Location: Kortrijk, Belgium

Architect @ Work - Kortrijk 2017 is one of the most popular shows that is related to the field of Architects, Engineering Consultants and Interior Designers. The show will invite lots of visitors as well as exhibitors to participate and direct conversation with each other on the most recent market innovations and remunerative business opportunities in the respective industry and disseminate their business in the world. 

7. New Jersey Electrical Connections Trade Show 2017 

Date: 27^th –28^th April, 2017

Location: Saddle Brook, NJ

New Jersey Electrical Connections Trade Show 2017 will be offering three CEU courses and the event will be a tabletop showcase show, featuring 40+ electrical manufacturers, associations and distributors that support electrical contractors in the state of New Jersey.