US’ first zero-landfill aluminium production facility set to launch in Texas County

Aluminz Corporation has unveiled plans to establish the United States’ first zero-landfill aluminium production facility in Titus County, Texas. The project, developed in collaboration with the Mount Pleasant City Council and the Mount Pleasant Economic Development Corporation (MPEDC), will span a 155-acre site under a 30-year lease agreement. Once operational, the facility is expected to create more than 130 permanent jobs in the region.

“This initiative isn’t only good for Titus County and Aluminz; it will help drive growth for a wide ecosystem of partners and customers,” said Richard Mayenknecht, CEO of Aluminz.

The project is set to generate 130 full-time jobs across operations, maintenance, and administration, all offering above-market wages, in addition to 75 skilled construction positions. This initiative is anticipated to deliver a major economic boost to Titus County.

“Our customers are our partners. Whether they generate white dross, black dross, or scrap, we help them recover aluminium, close the loop, and meet aggressive sustainability targets,” added Larry Harmon, COO of Aluminz.

Aluminz’s facility will incorporate a 7.5 MW solar array and state-of-the-art emissions controls, cutting its greenhouse gas emissions by more than 90 per cent compared to traditional secondary aluminium producers. Its zero-landfill model, powered by advanced technology, will divert roughly 60,000 metric tons of waste from landfills each year. Construction is scheduled to begin in late 2025, with the facility projected to become operational by mid to late 2027.

Erman Hensel, Board President of MPEDC, expressed excitement about the project, stating, “This announcement represents a major milestone in Mount Pleasant’s continued efforts to attract new investment and support job creation.”