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Accelerating Green Fleet: Alba Debuts Electric AlF3 Feeding Vehicle in Potlines

TDT | Manama

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In a forward step towards its ambitious decarbonisation goals, Aluminium Bahrain (Alba), the world's largest aluminium smelter on a single site, is embarking on a pilot programme for an electric, battery-powered Aluminium Fluoride (AlF3) feeding vehicle. This innovative step, utilising a cutting-edge vehicle from Techmo Car S.p.A., is currently being evaluated in Reduction Lines 4, 5, and 6.

Alba will analyse the data and performance of this trial vehicle to inform its decision on a potential fleet-wide adoption of electric AlF3 feeding vehicles. This move underscores Alba's commitment to sustainable operations and aligns perfectly with its overarching Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) strategy.

An official handover ceremony for the vehicle was held on 23 January 2025 at the Company’s premises, attended by top Alba officials, including CEO Ali Al Baqali and COO Dr. Abdulla Habib, as well as the Managing Director of Techmo Car S.p.A. Massimo Zannini. Ali Al Baqali, the Chief Executive Officer of Alba, commented: “This initiative to explore electric AlF3 feeding vehicles within our reduction lines represents a proactive and decisive step towards minimising our environmental footprint.”

Massimo Zannini, the Managing Director of Techmo Car S.p.A., added: “We are confident that this electric AlF3 feeding vehicle will not only enhance operational efficiency but also contribute significantly to Alba's decarbonisation journey.”

This initiative builds upon Alba's existing sustainability efforts. Since 2023, the Company has successfully deployed solar-electric powered industrial Personnel Carriers (PCs) across its premises.

Furthermore, three strategically located solar charging stations equipped with advanced battery storage systems are operational at the car park areas of Alba's Power Stations.

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