Tamkeen supports Alumicor to launch an advanced aluminum recycling factory in Askar

Tamkeen supports Alumicor to launch an advanced aluminum recycling factory in Askar

The Labour Fund (Tamkeen) announced its support for Alumicor, a global leader in aluminum recycling and manufacturing, for the set up of its new operational base in Askar. The initiative comes in line with Tamkeen's mission to support the industrial sector, an important pillar and contributor to the growth of Bahrain’s national economy, especially aluminum manufacturing, which represents a significant segment of the Kingdom’s exports.

The partnership brings cutting-edge international technologies in aluminum dross processing to Bahrain, offering local manufacturers opportunities to enhance operational efficiency, minimize waste, and improve profitability.

Alumicor is recognized as an emerging global innovator in the sector, with operations spanning Bahrain, South Africa, Australia, and the Seychelles. The company's state-of-the-art technology has the capability to recycle over 48,500 tons of aluminum dross and waste annually, which equates to approximately half of the aluminum waste generated from Bahrain's manufacturing activities. Alumicor’s eco-friendly recycling techniques conserve up to 90% of the energy typically consumed in traditional aluminum remanufacturing, thereby reducing emissions and allowing for the recycling of larger quantities of aluminum.

The upcoming facility is expected to create upwards of 30 new job opportunities for Bahraini professionals, including ten in senior executive and administrative roles. These opportunities are designed to hone