Ye Chiu Metal Smelting achieves the ASI Performance Standard V3 (2022) Certification

On Tuesday, 23 April, the Aluminium Stewardship Initiative (ASI) announced that Ye Chiu Metal Smelting has achieved the ASI Performance Standard V3 (2022) for its secondary aluminium alloy ingot manufacturing operations in Johor, Malaysia.

This facility, among the largest in Asia for aluminium recycling, specialises in producing alloy ingots from scrap aluminium. Its infrastructure includes melting and holding furnaces, casting lines, and stacking machines, enabling it to process over 40,000 tonnes annually. SGS-CSTC Standards Technical Services conducted the independent audit of Ye Chiu Metal Smelting Sdn. Bhd.

“Ye Chiu Group has achieved a major milestone by obtaining the Performance Standard Certification, which recognises its commitment to responsible production practices in the secondary aluminium industry. This certification underscores the company’s dedication to maintaining high sustainability standards and driving progress towards a more sustainable future. Ye Chiu Group’s focus on energy efficiency, environmental stewardship, and ethical operations has been instrumental in reaching this prestigious recognition. We express our gratitude to the invaluable team whose contributions have been pivotal in attaining this milestone,” stated Lew Kae Ming, Marketing Director and General Manager of Ye Chiu Metal Smelting Sdn. Bhd.

The ASI Certification program, formulated through extensive collaboration among stakeholders, is the foremost voluntary sustainability standard initiative within the aluminium industry. ASI Performance Standard V3 (2022) encompasses 11 principles and 62 criteria across three sustainability pillars—Environment, Social, and Governance—to address critical sustainability challenges throughout the aluminium value chain.

 “We congratulate Ye Chiu Metal Smelting Sdn. Bhd. on achieving Performance Standard Certification V3 (2022). The company’s utilisation of scrap aluminium in its production processes makes it an important node in the circular economy, exemplifying its commitment to minimising waste and reducing environmental impact. The Certification recognises Ye Chiu Metal Smelting’s work towards aligning its production processes with criteria that prioritise environmental protection, social responsibility, and strong corporate governance, making it a positive example for others in the industry,” said Fiona Solomon, Chief Executive Officer of the Aluminium Stewardship Initiative.