Alutrends Report 2024

Welcome to the first Alutrends Report, which is brought to you by Aluminium International Today, in collaboration with leading experts, representing industry bodies, suppliers, and operators.


Alutrends aims to delineate the crucial trends that will steer and transform the aluminium industry in the year ahead. The report is poised to deliver in-depth insights into the forces that will shape our industry's trajectory in 2024. It focuses on pivotal areas such as challenges in recruitment and resources, technological advancements, and the imperative shift towards sustainability, and will spotlight the strategies businesses need to adopt to navigate these evolving landscapes successfully.

Our exploration begins with an examination of forecasting sustainability and shaping commodities in 2024, providing insights into the evolving demands of environmentally conscious consumers and regulatory frameworks.

Aluminium’s role as the linchpin in the green energy transition takes centre stage, showcasing how this versatile metal serves as the material of the future for renewable energy infrastructure, electric vehicles, and energy-efficient technologies. From wind turbines to electric vehicle chassis, aluminium’s lightweight, durable, and recyclable properties are driving the shift towards a greener, more sustainable future.

Furthermore, we hear from those in the sector already undergoing a transformative journey towards net-zero manufacturing processes. Through innovation, technology, and strategic partnerships, industry leaders are spearheading initiatives to minimise carbon emissions, optimise energy efficiency, and embrace circular economy principles.

Contents

Section One

Forecasting sustainability calls for shaping commodities in 2024

Section Two

Aluminium’s green energy transition – sustainably powering the future

Section Three

Light work: aluminium’s vital role in sustainable automotive and aerospace industries

Section Four

Forging a sustainable future

Section Five

The rise of gamechanging health & safety tech

Section Six

Digitalisation drives the future of aluminium manufacturing

Section Seven

Greenhouse gas emissions: a critical turning point

Section Eight

Aluminium’s sustainable future

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I would like to take this opportunity to thank all the contributors to this report and look forward to receiving any comments from readers who have found it useful.

Zahra Awan

Editor, Aluminium International Today