Qatalum, the state-of-the-art greenfield aluminium smelter constructed in line with Qatar's long-term economic diversification strategy, will be participating in, and sponsoring, Aluminium China 2011, taking place from 13 to 15 July 2011 at the Shanghai New International Expo Centre in Shanghai, China.
Aluminium China is the world's leading aluminium trade fair dedicated to the whole supply chain in the aluminium industry and its major application fields. This year's event - the seventh annual edition - will facilitate world class trading, networking and educational activities while showcasing the latest innovations in products and cutting-edge technologies.
Speaking about Qatalum's participation, Mr. Tom P. Johansen, Qatalum CEO said: "Aluminium China is an important industry event that brings together international industry players and, for Qatalum, participation is vital.
"This event not only allows us to meet our peers from around the globe, but it also enables us to discuss opportunities and challenges, as well as to exchange information and receive updates on what is happening within the industry worldwide," he said.
Serving as the international platform for suppliers of aluminium raw material, semi-finished and finished products, surface treatment and producers of machinery, plant and equipment for aluminium processing and manufacturing, as well as light-metals trade and consultants, this year's Aluminium China will bring together 350 exhibitors from 30 nations, with an expected attendance of over 10 000 trade visitors from more than 90 nations.
With a first phase production capacity of 585,000 metric tonnes per year, and with ambitious plans for an expansion to 1,2 million tonnes per year, Qatalum will enable Qatar to contribute a significant portion towards GCC aluminium production.