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The International Bauxite, Alumina & Aluminium Society (IBAAS) has received an impressive lineup of technical paper submissions for its upcoming Aluminium Conference & Exhibition, scheduled to be held from September 9–11, 2026, in Jharsuguda, India.
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The accepted papers cover a broad spectrum of themes including artificial intelligence, process optimisation, sustainability, advanced materials, and operational excellence. Some of the interesting topics of the technical papers are given below:
- Towards Operator Actionable Early Warning of Anode Effects: A 60 Minute Horizon Prediction System in Aditya Potlines by Himan Kundu of Hindalco Industries Limited
- Development of a Vision AI System to Distinguish between Bauxite and Laterite Ores by Saptarshi Sengupta of Hindalco Industries Ltd.
- AI Enabled Soft Sensors and Condition Based Monitoring for Driving Operational Excellence in Bauxite Mining by Sushil Kumar of Hindalco Industries Ltd.
- Smart Boiler Tube Leakage Detection System by Ajay Upadhyay of Hindalco Industries Limited
- Optimisation of Green Anode Density (GAD) & Electrical Resistivity (ER) through AI/ML by Saprativ Basu of Vedanta Aluminium Metal Ltd
- Impact of Trace Impurities on Properties and Cost of High-Purity Alumina for Advanced Applications by Priyanka Nayar of JNARDDC, India
- Navigating Resource Depletion and Geopolitical Volatility through Technological Agility by Yves Occello of Amber Development, France
- Geological Controls on Critical Mineral Enrichment in Indian Lateritic Bauxite by Pravin Bhukte of JNARDDC, India
- Sustainable Alumina Solutions for Innovative High Alumina Refractories in Iron and Steel Applications by Shankha Chatterjee of Almatis Alumina P. Ltd, India
- Process–Structure–Performance Relationships in Specialty Aluminas for Non-Metallurgical Applications by Nils Rosenberger of Almatis GmbH, Germany
- Red Mud to Aluminium and Silica Separation by Kaushik Palicha of Entity1 Value Emissions Private Limited (E1VEPL)
- Revolutionising Aluminum Furnaces with Precast Pre-Fired Refractory Technology by Swarnavo Basu of Calderys India Refractories Limited
- Pre- Cast Ceramic- Steel Composites for Improved Cast House Service Life by Jeremy Peat of Fiberstone Limited, UK
- Evolution of Pot Stoppage Philosophy: From Run-to-Fail to Data-Driven Predictive Planning Based by Alok Singh of Hindalco Industries Limited
- Design and Development of Integrated High-Pressure Oxygen Lancing System with Manifold and Lance Holder for Emergency Aluminium Potline Operations by Vinay Kumar Tiwari of Hindalco Industries Limited
- Impact of Refractory Health in Anode Baking Quality at higher Age by Suryakanta Nayak of Hindalco Industries Limited
- Reduction in Stub to Carbon Voltage Drop of Anode in Aluminium Electrolysis by P Pradeep of Vedanta Aluminium Metal Ltd.
- Utilisation of Skimmed Coke Waste Stream by Purandar Mahanta of Vedanta Aluminium Metal Ltd.
- Development of Al-Si-REE Alloy for High Temperature Application by Anirban Giri of Vedanta Aluminium Metal Ltd.
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- From Variability to Stability: A Systematic Approach to Improving Quality in Pre‑Baked Anodes by Chandresh Vaghasia of Vedanta Aluminium Metal Ltd.
- Operating Aluminium Smelters beyond Design Amperage: Some Experiences/ Challenges of Amperage Increase by Ankit Pareek of Vedanta Aluminium Metal Ltd.
- 10 Kg PFA Journey in DTA Cast House by Rashmi Sahoo of Vedanta Aluminium Metal Ltd.
- MR162 Alloy Development for Microotube Tube Application by Deepesh Goyal of Vedanta Aluminium Metal Ltd.
- Valorisation of Aluminium Extrusion Leachate for Detergent Grade Zeolite Production via Controlled Crystallisation by Amol Mankar of JNARDDC, India
- Real Time Condition Monitoring of Transformer by Ajay Upadhyay of Hindalco Industries Limited
The response reflects a healthy mix of industry experience, applied research, and forward-looking innovation across the aluminium value chain—from bauxite mining and refining to smelting, casting, and advanced materials. Contributors include leading names such as Hindalco Industries, Vedanta Aluminium, Almatis, Calderys, and JNARDDC, along with international participation from Europe.
According to IBAAS, the quality and range of submissions indicate a strong momentum within the aluminium sector, particularly in India, where companies are increasingly adopting advanced technologies while addressing sustainability and cost pressures.
With participation from engineers, researchers, and decision-makers, the IBAAS 2026 conference is expected to serve as a platform for meaningful technical exchange and industry dialogue.
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Interested participants can explore the submitted abstracts and stay updated on conference
developments by visiting: www.ibaas.info
