Qatalum supports 'Understanding Islam' Publication

(December 28, 2014) English language publication aims to introduce Qatari society and culture to expat non-Muslims living in Qatar. Read More

Qatalum Spreads Joy and Cheer Witnessing Qatar's National Day

(December 21, 2014) Qatalum held a large event celebrating Qatar's National Day Read More

Qatalum opens project canteen for contractors

(December 15, 2014) In an attempt to streamline contractor man-hours and increase hygiene, nutrition and safety, Qatalum will facilitate the old project canteen for use as the Qatalum Contractor Canteen starting December 2, 2014. Read More

Qatalum hosts Aluminium Symposium at Qatar Science and Technology Park

(December 14, 2014) Qatalum co-hosted with Hydro Aluminium, December 10th Symposium addressing materials challenges for the 21st Century. Additionally the next day prizes were given to winners of the student competition 2014: “Aluminium Reduce CO2 Footprint.” Read More

Qatalum receives Food Safety Hygiene award from MIC

(December 09, 2014) MIC is the highest food service authority in Qatalum’s business area and therefore which maintains very high performance standards. Therefore to achieve a certified recognition requires excellent procedural standards thus practised by the Qatalum Canteen.... Read More

QU students visit Qatalum

(December 08, 2014) Qatalum’s collaboration with Qatar University was again brought to fruition on the 27th of November with a student visit to the plant. Read More

2014 Physical Fitness Campaign Concluded

(December 07, 2014) Celebrating a successful campaign, the 2014 Physical Fitness Campaign Closing and Awarding Ceremony was held on the 3 December 2014 at 10:00 am, at the Service Center Lobby, Qatalum. Read More

Qatalum organises Aluminium Symposium 2014

(December 04, 2014) The Annual Aluminium Symposium 2014 begins on December 10, 2014. It will take place at the GE Auditorium, Qatar Science and Technology Park from 8:00 am to 2:00 pm. Read More

Qatalum showcases innovations in Qatari aluminium sector at ARABAL 2014

(November 30, 2014) Qatalum participated in the 18th edition of ARABAL, which included expert speaking engagements and hosting of a pan-sector lunch, affirming Qatalum’s leadership in regional innovation. Read More

Qatalum presents at QDB seminar

(November 25, 2014) QDB invited Qatalum to present on the smelter, its products and its facilitative role as a catalyst for downstream business looking to exploit growing aluminium consumption globally. Read More

Innovations in Pot Tending at the Qatalum Smelter

(November 17, 2014) Qatalum’s vision to install and operate the world’s most advanced Pot Tending Machines (PTM’s) has resulted in the 14 units functioning with over 95% efficiency, directly contributing to increased safety and productivity. Read More

Qatalum Supports Qatar Diabetes Association Projects

(October 20, 2014) Qatalum has contributed to the Qatar Diabetes Association Read More

Qatalum takes part in Aluminium 2014 at 10th World Trade Fair and Conference in Dusseldorf

(October 15, 2014) The Aluminium Trade Fair from the 7th -9th October is a world's leading event and B2B-platform for the aluminium industry. Read More

Qatalum Announces One-Year Agreement to Support Qatar Foundation for Elderly People (IHSAN)

(October 14, 2014) New CSR initiative underlines company’s commitment to supporting marginalised people through progressive corporate citizenship. Read More

Qatalum introduces completion for students

(October 12, 2014) Qatalum with one of its owners, Hydro from Norway have created a competition for university students titled, 'Novel application of aluminium in reducing the global carbon footprint'. Read More

Qatalum Ships first 6,000 MT Break Bulk under PSO to Turkey

(October 02, 2014) Taking advantage of the inherent advantages in a Preliminary Sales Order (PSO) to the customer, Qatalum crossed its first milestone with Turkey on the 25 September 2014 with the benefit of increased customer satisfaction. Read More

A brighter future for the visually impaired

(September 28, 2014) Directives embedded into the Qatalum Way emphasise values that go beyond the company and embrace society as a whole. Read More

Qatalum rated 4th amongst all smelters in the world by CRU hosts Aluminium Value and Knowledge Seminar

(September 17, 2014) In their efforts to grow an aluminium knowledge hub in Qatar, Qatalum and its partners hosted a Seminar to facilitate a cross pollination and transfer of ideas between the industry and academia. Read More

Qatalum’s Physical Fitness Campaign underway

(September 07, 2014) In order to further promote employees physical fitness, Qatalum launched this year’s Physical Fitness Campaign with the opening ceremony held on the 5th of September 2014, 3:00 pm, at the QAPCO Club, Mesaieed Industrial City. Read More

Qatalum changes Coke supply source to redeem savings in freight

(July 13, 2014) In line with the mission to become one of the most efficient smelters in the world, Qatalum's new contractual arrangements for the supply of petroleum coke allow for a net savings in freight rates and time for the foreseeable future. Read More

Qatalum well- placed to meet aluminum demand, says CRU

(July 07, 2014) Doha Primary aluminium smelters in GCC are competitive on global cost curve and companies such as Qatar Alumunium (Qatalum), have an excellent competitive position enabling it to remain profitable even in the current challenging market conditions, a repo... Read More

Qatalum wins Arab Organization for Social Responsibility Prize and Certificate of Excellence

(June 30, 2014) During the 4th Session of the recognition ceremony in Dubai, Qatalum won a Certificate of Excellence from the Arab Organization for Social Responsibility, in an awards ceremony held at the Burj Al Arab in Dubai, June 24th. The award was received on behalf... Read More

Qatalum inaugurates state-of-the-art Pot Relining plant

(June 29, 2014) US$44m facility will produce almost 300 pots per year by 2016 Read More

The Company awarded a commendation in Strong Contractor Management

(June 23, 2014) Qatalum’s 2013 Sustainability Report highlights social and environmental strategic innovations Read More

Qatalum highlights downstream industry support within Qatar

(May 28, 2014) Qatalum's participation as a Strategic Sponsor of the Conference is seen by the DCEO, Khalid Laram, as an opportunity to illustrate opportunities available to enterprising Qatari companies in the lucrative aluminium downstream industry. Read More

Qatalum Delegation to attend 19th World Aluminium Conference as Sponsor

(May 27, 2014) As a Silver Sponsor, Qatalum to engage with international industry representatives on downstream support, environmental protection and current benchmarked practices. Read More

Qatar TV features Qatalum in ‘Cities of Qatar’

(May 25, 2014) On the 20 and 21 of May, Qatar TV sent a crew to site to create a film featuring Qatalum. The footage was part of an overall story about the industrial town of Mesaieed for a programme called ‘Cities of Qatar’. Read More

Qatalum receives ‘Support and Liaison with the Education Sector’ certificate

(May 22, 2014) The Qatarisation policy of the Energy and Industry sector focuses on quality rather than quantity, HE the Minister of Energy and Industry Dr. Mohamed bin Saleh Al-Sada said yesterday. Presents Qatalum with 'Support and Liaison with the Education Sector's ... Read More

Qatalum joins the 2014 Job Fair

(May 18, 2014) On the 13th of May, 2014 Qatalum participated in the 2014 Job Fair at the College of the North Atlantic Qatar (CNAQ) Read More

Qatalum participates in 7th GCC Quality Conference

(May 15, 2014) On the 30th of April 2014, Qatalum participated in The 7th GCC Quality Conference at the Sharq Village and Spa Hotel, Doha, Qatar. Read More

Qatalum takes part in annual QP Environmental Fair

(April 24, 2014) Qatalum promotes water conservation solutions innovations in the aluminium industry to a broad audience in line with the Fair's theme. Read More

Qatalum surpasses key QIP and HSE targets over 2013

(April 21, 2014) Qatalum marks milestones in path to become one of the world’s top smelters Read More

IIEE-SQC visit Qatalum

(April 17, 2014) Members from the IIEE-SQC were very impressed by the engineering excellence they witnessed at Qatalum and appreciated the knowledge gained about the production of premium aluminium products. Read More

Qatar University Student Visit Qatalum

(April 14, 2014) The purpose of the visit was a field trip introducing new students from Qatar University to Qatalum and also to participate in QSTP project work. Read More

Qatalum Casthouse wins Hydro Primary Metal HSE Award

(April 08, 2014) The award was a Casthouse line managed venture supported by HSE. Already chosen as the winning project in its category, at the internal QIP awards held in February, Hydro saw outstanding performance in the initiative. Read More

Qatalum manages production with robust industrial network

(March 26, 2014) Good IT network management plays a key role in maintaining high system reliability. Read More

Qatalum’s Aerated Distribution System is industry leading

(March 23, 2014) ADS wows annual Minerals, Metals & Materials Society (TMS) meeting in San Diego Read More

Gulf smelters discuss mutual CSR initiative

(March 17, 2014) A joint approach to CSR activities in the region would have far reaching benefits both for society and the establishment of the region as an international aluminium hub. Read More

Qatalum celebrates first year with local clients

(March 12, 2014) The first year of successful local sales reinforces Qatalum’s commitment to supply the local downstream market with premium aluminium. Read More

Qatalum’s Reduction and EI Casthouse involved in ISO/TS 16949 certification

(March 09, 2014) Qatalum completed its third periodical ISO/TS 16949 audit which included an extended scope for the production of primary liquid aluminium (Potlines and Logistics) and extrusion ingots (Casthouse) Read More

Qatalum acknowledged by Qatar University for contribution to the educational sector

(March 06, 2014) The strong HR policy on developing new talent for Qatalum is duly recognised by Qatar’s pre-eminent educational body, Qatar University. Read More

Qatalum, only smelter in the world to use automated Cover Handlers

(March 04, 2014) The pot cover handling task at Qatalum is automated and results in shorter atmospheric exposure times compared to conventional methods leading to increased safety and reduced emission respectively. Read More

Rectiformer efficiency at Qatalum sets global smelter benchmark

(March 02, 2014) Rectiformers are critical in managing power between the Power Plant and Potlines. So exact are the standards of maintenance and improvement that Qatalum’s Rectiformers have set a global benchmark for power consistency. Read More

Qatalum.com featured as top SharePoint website by industry watchdog

(February 27, 2014) Qatalum’s website has been independently chosen as a benchmark, based on its originality, usability, creativity and productivity. Read More

Contractor HSE forum provides great platform for discussion

(February 13, 2014) Qatalum's management team and the organisation's Contractor Management team met on 9th February at the MIC Golf Club, to discuss current HSE Performance, Requirement, Issues and Challenges Read More

Qatalum celebrates National Sports Day

(February 12, 2014) Qatalum celebrates National Sports Day with range of activities for employees Read More

Qatalum’s Procurement receives CIPS certification

(January 30, 2014) The certification will allow Qatalum to enhance its competitive position by ensuring procurement operates in a highly efficient manner. Read More

Qatalum buys top of the line Pierce Fire Engine

(January 16, 2014) State-of-the-art equipment is part of the continued improvement of Qatalum’s HSE and emergency response procedures. A benchmarked standard Qatalum is proud attain. Read More

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