FACE at ALUMINIUM 2024: a key event to promote fair access to aluminium in Europe

FACE at ALUMINIUM 2024: a key event to promote fair access to aluminium in Europe

FACE, with the Vice President and Development Director Alberto Pomari, proudly participated in “ALUMINIUM 2024”, the world’s leading trade fair for the aluminium industry, held from 8 to 10 October 2024 at the Düsseldorf Exhibition Centre in Germany, under the motto “Sharing a Vision“. For our association, which represents small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the European aluminium value chain, this event was a unique opportunity to highlight the importance of creating fair access conditions to this essential raw material. Our mission is to protect the interests of the thousands of companies involved in the processing, transformation, and use of this lightweight metal, which is vital for industry and sustainability.

The fair provided a crucial platform for dialogue on key issues facing the sector, such as energy, environment, recycling, and circular economy. The open discussions between institutions, businesses, and stakeholders allowed for an in-depth exploration of the economic, regulatory, and social challenges confronting the aluminium industry. Specifically, we addressed how technological innovation can help reduce energy costs and foster more sustainable practices.

For FACE, the topic of recycling and the circular economy is central: aluminium is infinitely recyclable, but it is crucial to raise awareness of its environmental benefits and economic potential. The fair offered an ideal opportunity to emphasize the importance of investing in research and development to further improve recycling processes and promote aluminium in innovative and sustainable applications.

“ALUMINIUM 2024” was a strategic meeting point to strengthen collaboration among industry players, fostering a shared vision for a fairer and more sustainable future. FACE will continue to work tirelessly to ensure that access to aluminium resources in Europe is fair and transparent, so that our small and medium-sized enterprises can compete in an increasingly challenging global market