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The Australian Aluminium Council is the peak body representing the aluminium industry in Australia.

The Council's members include companies operating in bauxite mining, alumina refining, aluminium metal production, semi-fabricated aluminium production and distribution.

Australian Aluminium Industry Interactive Flowchart

The AAC has developed this flowchart to provide users with an opportunity to learn and discover detailed information about the Australian aluminium industry and processes of aluminium production in a visual and interactive way.

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This series of websites was created by the International Aluminium Institute in cooperation with national and regional aluminium associations around the world.

These websites hold a wealth of information on their respective topics and are recommended to those who seek credible and accurate data; information on processes and benefits; and facts about the aluminium industry and products.

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26-Nov-2012
Aluminium Closures Turn 360°
Today’s roll-out of the multilingual website www.aluminium-closures.org marks the start of the pan-European promotional campaign titled ‘Aluminium Closures – Turn 360˚’, specially designed to enhance general awareness of the benefits of aluminium closures for wine. Read More
09-Nov-2012
Inquiry needed to fill gas gap
Following the release of the Federal Government’s Energy White Paper, manufacturers from across Australian industry are today jointly calling for a dedicated and independent inquiry to resolve serious questions about domestic gas supply and prices in light of the expected massive increase in gas exports. Read More
18-Oct-2012
Gas pressures put squeeze on alumina
The current state of Australia’s natural gas markets is squeezing out investment opportunities for the Australian alumina refining industry – an industry that includes some of the country’s largest users of natural gas. Read More

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Rio Tinto Alcan has completed the expansion of its Yarwun 2 alumina refinery in Gladstone, QLD. Click here to watch the YouTube video, which includes footage of Yarwun, Weipa, RTM vessel, and the Yarwun 2 opening event.


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