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Fastmarkets Bauxite & Alumina brings together industry leaders, innovators and policymakers and is the premier event for exploring the full value chain of the bauxite and alumina industry. Discover exclusive insights, engage in high-level dialogue and explore the forces shaping the future of global trade. Witness a deep dive into emerging growth, evolving market dynamics and strategic resilience across the sector.
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Fastmarkets Bauxite & Alumina 2026
200+
attendees
110+
companies represented
30+
countries represented
70%+
attendees at director level or above
General Manager Bauxite & Alumina Sales & MarketingRio Tinto
CEONimba Mining Company
President & CEOCanadian Energy Metals Corp.
“The Bauxite & Alumina Conference was a first-class event. The presentations were very market relevant; the Panel discussions were insightful and informative. Lovely format, it is not very often you see business competitors sit in a panel discussion and talk about their industry challenges. Q&A session was efficient. This is one of my favorite Conferences as it provides great access to the key stakeholders in the industry.” Engineering Manager Hatch
“The best conference for Bauxite and Alumina with wholesome agenda, networking , venue and good timing.”
FounderAL Circle Pvt Ltd
“It was a phenomenal opportunity to network with industry participants. It was also, an incredibly enriching experience as I was able to learn about current trends and gain valuable insights from experts in the field.”
Managing directorVirtus Consultoria Empresarial
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Platinum Sponsor
Hydro is a leading aluminium and renewable energy company committed to a sustainable future. Our purpose is to create more viable societies by developing natural resources into products and solutions in innovative and efficient ways.Since 1905, Hydro has turned natural resources into valuable products for people and businesses, creating a safe and secure workplace for our 32,000 employees in more than 140 locations and 42 countries.We are now changing the aluminium game to provide greener materials for products crucial to sustaining the world’s rapid development.
Gold Sponsors
Alcoa (NYSE: AA; ASX: AAI) is a global industry leader in bauxite, alumina and aluminum products with a vision to build a legacy of excellence for future generations. With a values-based approach that encompasses integrity, operating excellence, care for people and courageous leadership, our purpose is to Turn Raw Potential into Real Progress. Since developing the process that made aluminum an affordable and vital part of modern life, our talented Alcoans have developed breakthrough innovations and best practices that have led to greater efficiency, safety, sustainability and stronger communities wherever we operate
Silver Sponsors
Ghana Bauxite Company Limited (GBC) is Ghana’s leading bauxite producer and operator of the Awaso bauxite mine in the Western North Region. Established in the 1940s, GBC plays an important role in Ghana’s mining sector and export earnings, with a focus on operational excellence, sustainability, and innovation across its mining and logistics chain.Ownership GBC is jointly owned by Ofori-Poku Company Limited (80%) and the Government of Ghana (20%). The Government’s interest in the project is managed by the Ghana Integrated Aluminium Development Corporation (GIADEC).Operations GBC maintains a strong track record in safe and responsible mining. The company produces high-grade, gibbsite-rich (trihydrate) bauxite with an average alumina content of 52% and low silica of 1.5%, ensuring premium performance for downstream refineries.Currently, GBC exports over 2 million tonnes of bauxite annually through the Takoradi Port. To drive growth and minimise environmental impact, GBC has deployed state-of-the-art surface miners, enabling selective ore extraction with reduced reliance on drilling and blasting. Backed by these investments and infrastructure upgrades, GBC is targeting an increase in annual production capacity to 6 million tonnes by 2026.Commitment to Sustainability Sustainability is central to GBC’s strategy. The company prioritises responsible environmental management, health and safety, and meaningful community engagement. Through job creation, community development initiatives, and strict environmental stewardship, GBC aims to meet global demand while adhering to international mining standards.Vision and Strategic Direction GBC’s vision is to be a world-class enterprise that delivers value for all stakeholders while contributing significantly to Ghana’s export drive and industrial development. The company seeks to strengthen its position as a trusted supplier in the global bauxite and alumina value chain through operational excellence, innovation, and strategic partnerships.Importantly, GBC supports Ghana’s ambition to move beyond raw bauxite exports. By advocating for and investing in local value addition, GBC aims to facilitate the transition to domestic alumina refining, support the creation of a fully integrated aluminium industry, and drive sustainable national growth.
The Ministry of Mines and Geology of the Republic of Guinea is responsible for the formulation, implementation, and monitoring of the Government’s policy in the fields of mining and geology.Given Guinea’s vast mineral wealth—particularly bauxite, iron ore, gold, and diamonds—the Ministry plays a central role in national economic growth and sustainable resource management. It formulates and implements mining policies, grants and supervises licenses and permits, oversees geological research, exploration and mining, negotiates mining agreements, and ensures compliance with environmental, social4 standards and local contents.The Ministry also works to promote investment, strengthen transparency and governance, and maximize mining revenues to support Guinea’s long-term economic and social development.
Over the years, Société Minière de Boké (SMB) has emerged as Guinea’s leading bauxite producer and exporter, while securing a prominent position on the global market. Through the SMB-Winning Consortium, the company has been at the forefront of large-scale infrastructure development, delivering strategic road and rail networks and state-of-the-art logistics facilities critical to the bauxite value chain. For more than a decade, SMB has actively supported the growth of the local mining industry, generating employment and unlocking new economic opportunities. In 2025, SMB produced and exported more than 71 million tons of bauxite—around 40% of Guinea’s total national production and exports—thereby reinforcing Guinea’s status as one of the world’s leading bauxite producers.
Meeting Room Partners
Media partners
Aluminium International Today (AIT) is the leading bi-monthly English language journal dedicated to all sectors and regions of the international aluminium manufacturing and processing industry.With more than 35 years’ experience, AIT is committed to delivering up-to-date global news, events, and statistics, as well as more detailed technical articles, company and country profiles, conference reports andregular regional economic briefings.The journal has changed dramatically since its formation and now publishes news regularly on its website:www.aluminiumtoday.com. As well on our website, AIT has also extended its online presence with a free weekly newsletter, which is sent to the inbox of more than 16,000 industry professionals, a monthlynewsletter and exclusive editor’s Blog focusing on global industry trends.In addition, AIT can be found discussing the latest industry news and views on social media sites such as X and LinkedIn to more than 20,000 followers.We are always on the lookout for new contributors to both the print and digital editions. Many authors from the industry have commented on the interest their articles have generated and the AIT team isalways happy to interview industry professionals for company profile features and make site visits to see technology first-hand.
AL Circle is a global virtual ecosystem for the aluminium industry, providing news, business, and event platforms. With a mission to be a one-stop information hub, it offers daily updates on industry news, interviews, blogs, price updates, and more. Through its B2B platform, AlCircleBiz, it connects global industry players and facilitates business leads. With over a decade of experience, 1000+ partners worldwide, and 196 countries global presence, AL Circle serves as a key resource for aluminium companies, offering advertising opportunities to boost brand visibility and helping buyers and sellers find global business opportunities.
The GAC is a coordinating body that represents, promotes and protects the interests of the aluminium industry within the Gulf.The council’s main objectives are to provide a forum to develop strategies for common issues and concerns facing the aluminium industry in the region and to share best practices to improve the industry’s efficiency.
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