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Gulf Business
17-02-2025
- Business
- Gulf Business
Emirates Global Aluminium to explore clean energy development in Indonesia
Image credit: Wam Emirates Global Aluminium plans to explore alternative clean energy development in Indonesia, Jakarta said, amending a statement denied by the company that EGA planned to build a nuclear power plant in the Southeast Asian country. Indonesia's economic affairs ministry issued a statement late on Saturday, replacing one that had said EGA planned to build a nuclear plant of up to 5 gigawatts in an attempt to remedy a shortage of low-carbon power bedevilling efforts to boost capacity at an aluminium smelter in North Sumatra. An EGA spokesperson said in an email on Thursday that the company 'is not in the nuclear power business so, with all respect, the account of this aspect… is inaccurate'. EGA reiterated it was 'interested in Indonesia'. Indonesia has no nuclear power capacity. The company agreed in 2022 to help expand production capacity by up to 400,000 tons a year at the smelter owned by state-owned Indonesia Asahan Aluminium. Indonesia has been trying to develop its mineral processing industry by attracting investment on the basis of its rich reserves of minerals such as nickel, copper and bauxite. Senior Economic Minister Airlangga Hartarto and EGA CEO Abdulnasser Ibrahim Saif Bin Kalban met in Dubai on Wednesday to discuss development of the aluminium industry. Airlangga, in Dubai to attend the World Government Summit, also met Mohamed Jameel Al Ramahi, the chief executive of UAE state-owned renewable energy firm Masdar. The two discussed their projects in Indonesia, including a 145-megawatt floating solar power plant on a reservoir in the province of West Java and development of a gas pipeline from Aceh to East Java.
Zawya
17-02-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Indonesia says UAE firm to explore clean energy, amending statement on nuclear power
JAKARTA: Emirates Global Aluminium plans to explore alternative clean energy development in Indonesia, Jakarta said, amending a statement denied by the company that EGA planned to build a nuclear power plant in the Southeast Asian country. Indonesia's economic affairs ministry issued a statement late on Saturday, replacing one that had said EGA planned to build a nuclear plant of up to 5 gigawatts in an attempt to remedy a shortage of low-carbon power bedevilling efforts to boost capacity at an aluminium smelter in North Sumatra. An EGA spokesperson said in an email on Thursday that the company "is not in the nuclear power business so, with all respect, the account of this aspect... is inaccurate". EGA reiterated it was "interested in Indonesia". Indonesia has no nuclear power capacity. The company agreed in 2022 to help expand production capacity by up to 400,000 tons a year at the smelter owned by state-owned Indonesia Asahan Aluminium. Indonesia has been trying to develop its mineral processing industry by attracting investment on the basis of its rich reserves of minerals such as nickel, copper and bauxite. Senior Economic Minister Airlangga Hartarto and EGA CEO Abdulnasser Ibrahim Saif Bin Kalban met in Dubai on Wednesday to discuss development of the aluminium industry. Airlangga, in Dubai to attend the World Government Summit, also met Mohamed Jameel Al Ramahi, the chief executive of UAE state-owned renewable energy firm Masdar. The two discussed their projects in Indonesia, including a 145-megawatt floating solar power plant on a reservoir in the province of West Java and development of a gas pipeline from Aceh to East Java. (Reporting by Stefanno Sulaiman; Editing by John Mair, Clarence Fernandez and William Mallard)
Mid East Info
07-02-2025
- Business
- Mid East Info
Emirates Global Aluminium joins Dubai Future Forum's network of sponsors - Middle East Business News and Information
Emirates Global Aluminium (EGA), one of the world's largest aluminium producers, has signed an agreement with the Dubai Future Foundation (DFF) to become an official sponsor of the Dubai Future Forum, the world's largest gathering of futurists, held annually in Dubai. By joining the Forum's network of sponsors, EGA reinforces its commitment to future-readiness, knowledge exchange, and global collaboration in shaping the future of industry and advanced manufacturing. The agreement was signed by His Excellency Khalfan Belhoul, CEO of DFF, and Abdulnasser Ibrahim Saif Bin Kalban, CEO of EGA, in the presence of senior representatives from both organisations. Strengthening Future-Focused Industry Engagement: As a sponsor, EGA will play a key role in the Forum's discussions, contributing its expertise in industrial innovation, advanced manufacturing, and technological transformation. The company will participate in keynote sessions and panel discussions, where its executives will highlight EGA's strategic vision and leadership in industrial advancements. His Excellency Khalfan Belhoul, CEO of DFF, said: 'Enhancing future readiness requires strong strategic partnerships and the exchange of expertise to accelerate research, development, and innovation. The Dubai Future Forum is a global platform that brings together key stakeholders to explore new possibilities and drive meaningful progress. Belhoul added: 'Our collaboration with Emirates Global Aluminium will support knowledge sharing and the adoption of advanced technologies, contributing to the growth of future industries and reinforcing Dubai's role as a hub for innovation.' Abdulnasser Bin Kalban, Chief Executive Officer of Emirates Global Aluminium, said: 'Our strategic partnership with the Dubai Future Foundation will drive collaboration and knowledge exchange to advance the future of the UAE's industrial sector through research, development, and innovation. At EGA, we have been developing our own proprietary aluminium smelting technologies in the UAE over 30 years to strengthen our global competitiveness.' Bin Kalban added: 'Four years ago, we set ourselves a bold goal to transform the aluminium industry by pioneering the adoption of Industry 4.0. Today, the World Economic Forum has recognised EGA as a Global Lighthouse for our leadership in the adoption of these technologies. Through this partnership, we look forward to accelerating digital transformation in the UAE's industrial sector and reinforcing the nation's position as a hub for developing future technologies.' As part of this sponsorship, Emirates Global Aluminium will receive priority access to marketing and communications opportunities linked to the Dubai Future Forum, ensuring prominent visibility as a key supporter of future-focused discussions. EGA will also gain access to exclusive Forum publications and specialised content, providing valuable insights into emerging trends and developments in future industries. Additionally, the sponsorship includes opportunities to benefit from programmes offered by the Dubai Future Academy, an initiative of DFF that fosters knowledge-sharing and leadership development.
Emirates 24/7
05-02-2025
- Business
- Emirates 24/7
Emirates Global Aluminium joins Dubai Future Forum's network of sponsors
Emirates Global Aluminium (EGA), one of the world's largest aluminium producers, has signed an agreement with the Dubai Future Foundation (DFF) to become an official sponsor of the Dubai Future Forum, the world's largest gathering of futurists, held annually in Dubai. By joining the Forum's network of sponsors, EGA reinforces its commitment to future-readiness, knowledge exchange, and global collaboration in shaping the future of industry and advanced manufacturing. The agreement was signed by His Excellency Khalfan Belhoul, CEO of DFF, and Abdulnasser Ibrahim Saif Bin Kalban, CEO of EGA, in the presence of senior representatives from both organisations. Strengthening Future-Focused Industry Engagement As a sponsor, EGA will play a key role in the Forum's discussions, contributing its expertise in industrial innovation, advanced manufacturing, and technological transformation. The company will participate in keynote sessions and panel discussions, where its executives will highlight EGA's strategic vision and leadership in industrial advancements. His Excellency Khalfan Belhoul, CEO of DFF, said: "Enhancing future readiness requires strong strategic partnerships and the exchange of expertise to accelerate research, development, and innovation. The Dubai Future Forum is a global platform that brings together key stakeholders to explore new possibilities and drive meaningful progress. Belhoul added: 'Our collaboration with Emirates Global Aluminium will support knowledge sharing and the adoption of advanced technologies, contributing to the growth of future industries and reinforcing Dubai's role as a hub for innovation." Abdulnasser Bin Kalban, Chief Executive Officer of Emirates Global Aluminium, said: 'Our strategic partnership with the Dubai Future Foundation will drive collaboration and knowledge exchange to advance the future of the UAE's industrial sector through research, development, and innovation. At EGA, we have been developing our own proprietary aluminium smelting technologies in the UAE over 30 years to strengthen our global competitiveness.' Bin Kalban added: 'Four years ago, we set ourselves a bold goal to transform the aluminium industry by pioneering the adoption of Industry 4.0. Today, the World Economic Forum has recognised EGA as a Global Lighthouse for our leadership in the adoption of these technologies. Through this partnership, we look forward to accelerating digital transformation in the UAE's industrial sector and reinforcing the nation's position as a hub for developing future technologies.' As part of this sponsorship, Emirates Global Aluminium will receive priority access to marketing and communications opportunities linked to the Dubai Future Forum, ensuring prominent visibility as a key supporter of future-focused discussions. EGA will also gain access to exclusive Forum publications and specialised content, providing valuable insights into emerging trends and developments in future industries. Additionally, the sponsorship includes opportunities to benefit from programmes offered by the Dubai Future Academy, an initiative of DFF that fosters knowledge-sharing and leadership development. Follow Emirates 24|7 on Google News.
