Significant producer
Australia is one of the world's largest producers of bauxite
We are the peak industry association representing the Australian aluminium industry
The Council, through its technical group, develops and maintains material specifications, standards and other technical data for those users both within and outside the industry.
Key facts
Aluminium at a glance
Largest exporter
Australia is the world’s largest exporter of alumina
$15b
In export earnings across bauxite, alumina and aluminium every year
20,000
Jobs created in Australia
60,000
Families provided with income by the industry
Second largest
Australia is the second largest producer of alumina in the world
Our approach to sustainability
We are committed to maintaining and developing a sustainable industry that benefits Australia
Rio Tinto Brief on Decarbonising Australian Alumina Refineries
Aluminium has a vital role to play in the transition to a low-carbon economy — as a lightweight metal in vehicles, and to upgrade energy grids and renewable energy infrastructure. Finding better ways to produce low-carbon raw materials needed for a low-emission aluminium value chain is key to a net-zero future.
Latest news
Alcoa - Rubber hits the road on tyre recycling
October 15, 2024
Old tyres are being given a new life thanks to a jointly led recycling initiative by Alcoa Australia and Tyrecycle, a global leader in tyre recycling. As part of this initiative, “off-the-road” (OTR) haul truck tyres that have reached the…
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Australian Aluminium Council renews call for inclusion of Bauxite, Alumina, and Aluminium on Critical Minerals listing
October 10, 2024
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ASI certifies South32 Worsley Alumina against Performance Standard V3
September 26, 2024
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