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

Employment Rights Act 2025: Getting employers ready for employment rights changes

News from The Department of Business and Trade (DBT) Following the passing of the Employment Rights Act 2025, it is important that employers are aware and prepared for how employment...
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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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Aluminium Federation 5 hours ago

🌟 Ruby Sponsor Alert! Aluminium Shapes are proud to support the 2026 #ALFEDAnnualDinner 🎉 24 Sept | Get your earlybird tickets 👉https://t.co/oAH6RjZxjX
#UKAluminium https://t.co/iNeZiJA7wa

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Aluminium Federation 22 hours ago

Aluminium is everywhere – but do you know why it matters? ⚡
Our entry-level Aluminium Light course gives you the fundamentals of this strategic metal. Perfect for beginners!
Register here: https://t.co/qcwl6EzB4S
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Aluminium Federation 1 day ago

Powdertech Surface Science announces Ian Manning as Head of INTRICOAT!
Precision, quality, and innovation at every step. ✨
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#PowderCoating #EngineeringExcellence #INTRICOAT #SurfaceScience https://t.co/4iubCCY50v

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🌟 Ruby Sponsor Announcement! Aluminium Shapes Ltd joins us for the 2026 #ALFEDAnnualDinner! Celebrating 40 years, they deliver precision-cut aluminium solutions across automotive, construction & engineering. ⚡ 📅 24 Sept 2026 | 📍 Crowne Plaza, Stratford-Upon-Avon 🎟️ Earlybird tickets until 30 Jan – grab yours now by tapping the link in our bio! Big thanks to Aluminium Shapes for supporting this unmissable industry night! 🙌 #RubySponsor #AluminiumShapes #UKAluminium #Networking #IndustryPartners
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🌟 Ruby Sponsor Announcement! Aluminium Shapes Ltd joins us for the 2026 #ALFEDAnnualDinner!
Celebrating 40...

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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Run by women. For women.
Built for the realities of recycling in 2026.
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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,...