The Voice of the UK Aluminium Industry

The Aluminium Federation (ALFED) is a non-profit organisation dedicated to representing and supporting the UK aluminium industry by promoting growth, sustainability, and fair competition while advocating for its interests with policymakers.
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Government Updates

Member Update: US Tariff Developments and ALFED Engagement with Government

ALFED would like to share a timely update on recent developments concerning potential new US tariffs, which have been widely reported over the weekend, and to outline how we are...
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Industry News

Envantage Update – Understanding the BICS Scheme

Last year, the UK government announced its Modern Industrial Strategy, which paved the way for targeted actions for the UK’s highest potential growth sectors. One of these actions is the...
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Sustainability

Unlocking Energy Savings Through the Climate Change Agreement (CCA) Scheme – Phase 3 Begins January 2026

As energy costs and sustainability pressures continue to shape the future of UK manufacturing, the Government’s Climate Change Agreement (CCA) scheme remains one of the most effective mechanisms for reducing...
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Training

Specifying Aluminium Sheet, Strip, and Extrusions for Anodising: What You Need to Know 

Anodising is one of the most popular ways to give aluminium a durable, decorative finish. But it can also be one of the trickiest. Many quality complaints we see at the...
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Meet Our Members

We bring the supply chain together – helping everyone involved in UK aluminium make connections for mutually beneficial business and supply development. As a member of the Aluminium Federation, you benefit from a range of services that help you develop your business.

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ALFED Social

Aluminium Federation 7 days ago

💎 Huge thanks to Smart Aluminium Extrusions, who have upgraded their sponsorship from 2025 to become Diamond Sponsor of the 2026 #ALFEDAnnualDinner🌟
📅 24 Sept 2026 | 🎟️ Earlybird tickets available until January 30th
🔗https://t.co/gkrPEVSGuf
#DiamondSponsor #UKAluminium https://t.co/ndQerpD7Ge

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Aluminium Federation 1 week ago

ALFED CEO Nadine Bloxsome visited new member @MultipanelUK in Dover, meeting Daniel Edwards & the team. They discussed ACP production, growth plans & #UKManufacturing opportunities. Excited to welcome them to ALFED! 🌐 multipaneluk.co.uk https://t.co/S3QrVXmte8

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Aluminium Federation 1 week ago

🚨 SOLD OUT 🚨
Our first #AluminiumAllies event of 2026 – a tour of the @LME_news – is now fully booked due to huge demand.
More ALFED Member LME Tours are coming.
Missed this one? Email alfed@alfed.org.uk to register your interest.
#ALFED #LME https://t.co/xzZ00BykhK

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Run by women. For women. Built for the realities of recycling in 2026. From policy and exports to burnout and resilience – this is where real conversations happen and real futures are shaped. 👉 Read more and find out how to get your tickets by tapping the link🔗in our bio. #WomenInRecycling2026 #WomenWhoLead #CircularEconomy #RecyclingIndustry
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ALFED is proud to launch the Online Member Map, a first-of-its-kind digital tool showcasing the #UKAluminium industry. Explore where #ALFEDMember businesses operate, what they do, and how they contribute to domestic supply chains. 🔗 Link in bio to view the map. #UKManufacturing #IndustrialStrategy #SupplyChain #ALFED
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ALFED is proud to launch the Online Member Map, a first-of-its-kind digital tool showcasing the...

A fantastic group of ALFED members will be joining us at the LME for our first Aluminium Allies event of 2026. Check out some of the companies taking part – a great reflection of our industry community. Missed out? More ALFED Member LME Tours are coming. Email alfed@alfed.org.uk to register your interest. #AluminiumAllies #ALFED #LME #AluminiumCommunity
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A fantastic group of ALFED members will be joining us at the LME for our...

🚗💨 On the road with ALFED! This week we visited Tradmet Ltd, Amari Precision Tubes, Scanmetals UK Ltd & ABL Aluminium Components, seeing first-hand the innovation across the UK aluminium sector. 👋✨ Tuesday vibes: 🔹 Nadine Bloxsome at Tradmet Ltd, exploring their aluminium trading growth & market insights. 🔹 Sophie Allen & Rachel Wiffen at Amari Precision Tubes, UK leaders in high-spec tubes. 🔹 Rachel Wiffen at Scanmetals UK Ltd, turning incinerator ash into reusable metals ♻️. Thursday highlights: ⚙️ ABL Aluminium Components — machining, anodising, powder coating & more. 💡 Great talks on skills, investment & future growth. 📅 Don’t miss them at Southern Manufacturing & Electronics ’26, stand L290! Huge thanks to all our members for welcoming us, seeing your work up close helps ALFED support the sector better than ever. 🙌 #ALFED #Aluminium #UKManufacturing #Manufacturing #Metals #CircularEconomy #Sustainability #Recycling #IndustryEngagement #MemberVisits
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🚗💨 On the road with ALFED!

This week we visited Tradmet Ltd, Amari Precision Tubes,...

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Policy. Industry. Real conversation.
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