ALUMINIUM

Carlotta Ferretti

International Sales – UK / Ireland

Quinny D'souza

International Sales – India

Elisa Limatola

International Sales – Italy

What's on

Programme

Conference

Keynote

TBA

Event days

09:00–09:00

Typical time

Official agenda

This agenda is still being finalised. Check the official agenda for the latest sessions.

Speakers

Mona Neubaur

Deputy Minister President and Minister for Economic Affairs and Climate Action @ State Government of North Rhine-Westphalia

Opening keynote: aluminium's critical role in Europe's industrial and energy agenda

Patrick Herman

Event Director @ RX (Reed Exhibitions)

Official opening welcome

Angelika El-Noshokaty

Director General @ Aluminium Deutschland

Official opening welcome

Paul Voss

Director General @ European Aluminium

Official opening welcome

Maxime Vandersmissen

Chief Commercial Officer @ Arctial

Enabling Europe's First Primary Aluminium Smelter in Over Three Decades

Marijn Rietveld

VP and Head of Innovation and Strategic Partnerships @ Hydro

Aluminium as a Strategic Raw Material

Claudia Bierth

European Sustainability Manager @ Ball Beverage Packaging Europe

Packaging for a Changing World

Johannes Schleifenbaum

Managing Director @ ACAM (Aachen Center for Additive Manufacturing)

Additive and digital manufacturing

Werner Loscheider

Referatsleiter (Head of Division) @ Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Climate Action (BMWK)

Industrial policy and energy transformation

Benedikt Binder-Krieglstein

CEO @ RX Austria & Germany

Opening welcome (German-language conference)

Marius Baader

Managing Director @ Aluminium Deutschland

Opening welcome (German-language conference)

Dominique Breuer

Leiter Marketing & Sales @ TRIMET

TBC

Dr. Antonia Barten

Director Marketing @ Achenbach Buschhütten

TBC

Emilio Braghi

Executive Vice President and President, Novelis Europe @ Novelis

TBC – senior executive panel

Time TBA

Enabling Europe's First Primary Aluminium Smelter in Over Three Decades: Low Carbon, in Europe, for Europe

Presentation

ALUMINIUM Conference Stage7a

Time TBA

Automotive under Pressure – Can Europe Keep its Competitive Edge?

Panel Debate

ALUMINIUM Conference Stage7a

Time TBA

Packaging for a Changing World

Panel Debate

ALUMINIUM Conference Stage7a

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Building Beyond Carbon

Panel Debate

ALUMINIUM Conference Stage7a

Time TBA

Sustainability & Recycling Conference – Circular Economy, Low-Carbon Production and Carbon Regulation

Conference

Sustainability & Recycling Conference Stage6

Time TBA

Sustainability & Recycling Conference – Day 2

Conference

Sustainability & Recycling Conference Stage6

Time TBA

Sustainability & Recycling Conference – Day 3

Conference

Sustainability & Recycling Conference Stage6

09:00

Opening Keynote: Aluminium's Critical Role in Europe's Industrial and Energy Agenda

Keynote

ALUMINIUM Conference Stage7a

Topic tracks

ALUMINIUM ConferenceSustainability & Recycling Conference

Co-located events

ALUMINIUM China

Separate ticket

ALUMINIUM Arabia

Separate ticket

ALUMINUM USA

Separate ticket

Awards

ALUMINIUM Innovation Awards

Annual (2026 Inaugural)

New for 2026, the ALUMINIUM Innovation Awards celebrate pioneering achievements across the global aluminium sector. Open to all ALUMINIUM 2026 exhibitors, the awards recognise standout innovations in three categories reflecting the industry's drive to reduce environmental impact, unlock new applications, and enhance operational efficiency through digitalisation. Winners are announced at a ceremony on the second day of the event

Sustainable & Low-Carbon ManufacturingTechnology & Product InnovationSmart Manufacturing, Automation & Connectivity

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Government supporters

Ministry for Economic Affairs, Industry, Climate Action and Energy of the State of North Rhine-Westphalia

Political supporter (opening keynote)

How the last edition performed

Previous edition

Current edition

2026 · 20,000 visitors · 800 exhibitors

Based on organiser and trade press forecasts; official final figures not yet published

Forecast — not final

Visitors

20,904

Exhibitors

819

Exhibitor countries

Visitor countries

Growth over time

Edition recap

ALUMINIUM 2024 took place from 8–10 October at Messe Düsseldorf, bringing together 819 exhibitors and partners from 50 nations and 20,904 visitors from 99 countries – a new visitor record. The positive sentiment in the international aluminium industry was evident despite market challenges. The event featured themed pavilions (Foundry, Primary, Surface), the ALUMINIUM Conference, and the premiere of the 'Women With Metal – the ALUMINIUM Awards'. Sustainability, decarbonisation, and circular economy were central themes. The next edition is scheduled for 6–8 October 2026.

New this edition

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Hall 7a – Semi-Finished Products
New hall dedicated to semi-finished products, reflecting the strategic importance of this growing segment. Also hosts the ALUMINIUM Conference
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Sustainability & Recycling Conference
Expanded from the 2024 'Speakers Corner' into an independent conference hosted in collaboration with CRU, delivering expert insights on circular economy, recycling technologies, and sustainable production
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Sustainability & Recycling Plaza
Dedicated exhibition zone for sustainability solutions in Hall 6, complemented by a networking lounge
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ALUMINIUM Innovation Awards
New for 2026, awards celebrating pioneering achievements across three categories: Sustainable & Low-Carbon Manufacturing, Technology & Product Innovation, and Smart Manufacturing, Automation & Connectivity
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Photos

Testimonials

Optimism and confidence were the defining feelings at ALUMINIUM 2024, despite the various challenges in the individual markets. Aluminium remains a crucial factor in the future of many industries worldwide, particularly in the context of decarbonisation. As the leading global event, we are not just a platform; we are a vital driver of innovation and progress
Michael Köhler · Managing Director · RX Deutschland GmbH · 2024

There's a great atmosphere and energy, and it's important for the industry to come together and celebrate our fantastic material
Antti Laakkonen · Constellium · 2024

The exhibition is an opportunity for us to meet with our customers, suppliers, and business partners. This morning, we signed a very ambitious contract with our business partner. And ALUMINIUM is the platform to do something like that
Alexandre Gellert · Novelis · 2024

Next edition outlook

2026

organiser_forecast

ALUMINIUM 2026 is set to build on the momentum of 2024 with an expanded hall layout, the introduction of Hall 7A for semi-finished products, a new Sustainability & Recycling Conference in collaboration with CRU, and the debut of the ALUMINIUM Innovation Awards. Over 800 exhibitors and 21,000+ visitors are expected. The conference programme will address competitiveness, energy security, decarbonisation, and future demand, with keynotes from political leaders and industry executives

New Hall 7A dedicated to semi-finished products, hosting the ALUMINIUM Conference Sustainability & Recycling Conference launched as an independent track in Hall 6, co-organised with CRU ALUMINIUM Innovation Awards debut with three categories: Sustainable & Low-Carbon Manufacturing, Technology & Product Innovation, and Smart Manufacturing, Automation & Connectivity ALUMINIUM NOW mobile web solution for visitor navigation and contact capture Return of the Women With Metal Awards after a successful 2024 premiere

Impact

A bigger and stronger platform

ALUMINIUM 2024 demonstrated the aluminium industry's resilience and optimism despite energy, supply chain, and global competition challenges. With a record 20,904 visitors from 99 countries and 819 exhibitors from 50 nations, the event brought together the entire value chain. Industry leaders, government officials, and associations highlighted aluminium's critical role in decarbonisation, lightweight construction, and industrial transformation. The event served as a vital driver of innovation and progress, reinforcing its position as the world's leading platform for the aluminium sector

Audience quality

High-value decision-makers

ALUMINIUM 2024 attracted a high-calibre international audience of 20,904 trade visitors from 99 countries, setting a new attendance record. The audience comprised decision-makers, technical experts, and executives from raw material suppliers, producers, processors, recyclers, and key user industries such as automotive, aerospace, packaging, and construction. The event facilitated high-level discussions on energy supply, supply chains, decarbonisation, and global competition, with participation from government ministers (Dr Robert Habeck), industry association presidents (Rob van Gils, Paul Voss), and leading global companies

Exhibitor outcomes

Real business growth

Exhibitors reported strong business outcomes, with many signing significant contracts and partnerships on-site. The event provided a platform for presenting new products, engaging in customer dialogue, and driving business forward. Feedback from exhibitors such as Novelis, Constellium, Trimet, and Foppe+Foppe highlighted the value of maintaining existing relationships, making new contacts, and gaining first-hand market intelligence. The high volume of qualified leads and the presence of key decision-makers contributed to tangible business results

Intelligence

Market context

Key market insights, trends, news and related events to help you understand the bigger picture.

Global (with strong focus on Europe, Asia, Middle East, and North America)

Why it matters

ALUMINIUM 2026 takes place at a pivotal moment for the global aluminium industry. The market is navigating a perfect storm of tight supply, geopolitical disruptions, carbon regulation, and surging demand from the energy transition. Against this backdrop, the event serves as the industry's essential global meeting point, bringing together the entire value chain – from mining and primary production to recycling and end-use applications. Already 90% sold a year in advance, the show reflects strong industry confidence and the urgent need for face-to-face engagement to navigate tariff pressures, supply chain volatility, and sustainability imperatives. New features such as the Sustainability & Recycling Conference, Hall 7a for semi-finished products, and the ALUMINIUM Innovation Awards position the event as the defining industry moment of 2026. For buyers, it offers a critical opportunity to secure supply and evaluate low-carbon solutions; for exhibitors, it provides unparalleled access to decision-makers and a platform to showcase innovation in a market hungry for sustainable, resilient solutions

Industry trends

Key trends shaping this market and its wider industry.

Supply-Demand Tightness and Price Volatility

The global aluminium market entered 2026 with strong fundamentals, driven by structural demand from electric vehicles, renewable energy, and electrification, coinciding with persistent supply constraints. Global inventories are at multi-year lows, and production growth is limited by China's 45 million tonne capacity cap and power constraints elsewhere. Geopolitical disruptions, particularly the Iran war and Strait of Hormuz shipping freezes, have reduced Middle Eastern output by up to 2 million tonnes. Goldman Sachs projects a 720,000 tonne deficit in 2026, with prices forecast to reach $3,800 per tonne in Q3 2026

Recycling Shifts from Green Initiative to Strategic Necessity

Tight primary aluminium supply and geopolitical disruptions are accelerating demand for recycled aluminium, highlighting its strategic importance for supply chain security. Recycled aluminium requires approximately 95% less energy than primary production and significantly reduces CO₂ emissions. The shift is driving increased global competition for scrap, putting upward pressure on scrap prices. Industry leaders see recycling as key to mitigating supply impacts and strengthening supply chains

Sustainability and Carbon Regulation Reshaping Industry

Carbon metrics are becoming as important as cost and quality. The EU's Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) for aluminium imports from 1 January 2026 is reshaping trade flows and production economics. Low-carbon aluminium is emerging as a valuable market segment. The industry is under pressure to decarbonise while maintaining competitiveness, with sustainability now a central theme across the entire value chain

Demand Growth Driven by Energy Transition and Electrification

Aluminium demand is increasingly driven by long-term structural shifts: electric vehicles use significantly more aluminium than conventional cars; renewable energy expansion boosts consumption in solar panels, frames, and transmission infrastructure; and grid modernisation and broader electrification add further demand. Industry estimates suggest aluminium demand could grow at around 2.5% annually over the coming years

Geopolitical Supply Shocks and Supply Chain Realignment

The Iran war and Middle East outages have disrupted production in the UAE and Bahrain, with Goldman Sachs downgrading Middle East output by 660,000 tonnes in 2026. These shocks are forcing manufacturers to scramble for alternative supplies, including scrap and recycled aluminium. Meanwhile, Indonesia and China are ramping up production, with Goldman Sachs forecasting Indonesian output of 1.7 million tonnes in 2026

Market news

Latest updates from across the market.

Capped at home, China extends its aluminium dominance abroad

CRU estimates 2026 aluminium market deficit of nearly 500,000 tonnes

Aluminium forecast at $3,800 per metric ton in Q3 2026

Aluminum USA to become annual event from 2027

China's aluminium emissions may peak as output hits 45 million tonnes

ALUMINIUM 2026: Wettbewerb, Versorgung, Dekarbonisierung