A significant production landmark has been reached at the aluminium foundry operated by Trimet Aluminium in Essen, Germany. On March 5, the facility recorded the casting of its ten-millionth tonne of aluminium, marking a major achievement for the site since it first began operations in 1971.

The milestone batch was produced at casting table 216 and formed into extrusion billets. These billets have been supplied to long-standing customer Otto Fuchs, a manufacturer that converts aluminium into high-performance components used across the automotive industry, global aerospace markets, and a range of industrial applications.

Reflecting on the achievement, Philipp Schlüter, Chief Executive Officer of Trimet Aluminium, described the production record as a clear demonstration of the site’s operational strength. He noted that reaching ten million tonnes highlights both the capability of the Essen facility and the wider importance of maintaining a dependable domestic supply of aluminium for industry. 

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According to Schlüter, the milestone also illustrates the technical expertise behind the operation, the continuous development of the production site, and the durability of long-standing industrial partnerships, including Trimet’s collaboration with Otto Fuchs.

The relationship between the two companies stretches back more than three decades. Since 1994, Otto Fuchs has sourced aluminium alloys from Trimet in a range of forms and specifications suited to its manufacturing requirements.

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Partner of Andreas Engelhardt, Otto Fuchs has explained how the partnership plays an important role in strengthening their shared competitiveness. Engelhardt added that Trimet’s reliability, together with its strong commitment to quality and flexibility, is particularly valuable in a market environment that continues to become more dynamic and demanding.

The casting of the ten-millionth tonne therefore represents more than a numerical benchmark. It reflects decades of investment, workforce growth, and technological advancement that have helped establish the Essen facility as an important contributor to aluminium supply for multiple industries.

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