Media
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Learn MoreOur triannual publication ‘Aluminium News’ offers ALFED members and the wider industry a great advertising opportunity to promote your products and services to key decision makers and influencers within the aluminium industry in the UK.
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Aluminium News – Issue 21 – September 2024
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Aluminium News – Issue 20 – May 2024
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Industry News
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UK Government Launches Business Consultation on US Tariffs – ALFED Encourages Member Input
The UK Government has launched a new consultation inviting UK businesses to submit views on the impact of the United States’ Section 232 tariffs on aluminium and steel exports. The...Read More
TWI Blog: Developing Novel Rapid Heat Treatment for Additively Manufactured A205 Aluminium Alloy Parts
A new paper, co-written by experts from TWI has been published in the journal of Materials Science and Engineering. The paper, ‘Development of a Novel Heat Treatment in L-PBF Fabricated...Read More
A Day in the Life of Anna Richardson – Head of UK Operations, ARUN Technology Ltd
We are thrilled to announce the launch of our brand-new campaign, ‘Day in the Life of Women in the UK Aluminium Industry’, celebrating the talent, dedication, and career journeys of...Read More
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Government Updates
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View more updatesUK Government Launches Business Consultation on US Tariffs – ALFED Encourages Member Input
The UK Government has launched a new consultation inviting UK businesses to submit views on the impact of the United States’ Section 232 tariffs on aluminium and steel exports. The...Read More
ALFED Member Update: US Tariffs on Aluminium Imports
On 2 April at 16:00 ET, President Trump invoked his authority under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act of 1977 (IEEPA) to: impose an additional 10% tariff on top...Read More
Member Update: UK Government Briefing on US Tariff Impacts – ‘Liberation Day’
On Wednesday 2 April, ALFED joined a high-level industry briefing with Sarah Jones MP, Minister of State at both the Department for Business and Trade (DBT) and the Department for...Read More
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Publications
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Executive Summary: UK Manufacturing – The Case for Effective Regulation
ALFED is pleased to have contributed as an Affiliate Partner to the latest Make UK report on UK Manufacturing and Effective Regulation. This report provides crucial insights into how regulatory frameworks impact UK industry,...Read More
ALFED Member Update: U.S. Aluminium Import Tariff Adjustments
On February 18, 2025, the U.S. administration announced a significant adjustment to aluminium import tariffs, increasing duties to 25% on all aluminium products. This measure is aimed at strengthening domestic aluminium production, addressing...Read More
Critical Update: UK REACH Compliance Resources Now Available
As the aluminium industry navigates the complexities of UK REACH compliance, ensuring readiness for upcoming registration deadlines is crucial. ALFED is pleased to share comprehensive resources to support our members and...Read More