News


December 20, 2009

First primary aluminium produced in Qatar

The first of Qatalum’s 704 reduction cells started operation on Sunday morning, on schedule. Qatalum’s Board Chairman, Mr. Abdulla Salatt considers this milestone a historic beginning of aluminium production in Qatar, confirming Qatalum’s ability to deliver on time, within budget and with an excellent environmental and safety standard.

December 18, 2009

Qatalum exports its first aluminium on Qatar National Day

On the 18th December, 2009, Qatalum made its first shipment of aluminium foundry alloys, marking the start of aluminium exports from Qatar. This coincides with the Qatar National Day and follows weeks of test production at the Casthouse.

December 17, 2009

CEO's invited to Doha for GAC Committee meeting

On December 16th Qatalum hosted the Gulf Aluminium Council’s (GAC) quarterly meeting. The meeting was represented by all the Gulf aluminium producers and discussed ways to coordinate and promote the interests of the members of the Council.