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• Tuesday 08 October

• 10:45 – 11:15

  Consequences of CBAM: The Future of the European Aluminium Industry

  Eline Johansen Nielsen, Market Analyst Hydro & Ana Mingo, Senior EU Affairs Manager Hydro
   
  The Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) is set to take effect in 2026, raising several concerns about its scope and potential impact on the European aluminium industry. In this seminar, we will explore key challenges posed by CBAM, including market implications and regulatory gaps. Additionally, we will discuss Hydro’s ongoing efforts to collaborate with EU regulators and other stakeholders to address these issues. Join us for an insightful discussion on shaping a workable solution for CBAM and ensuring a sustainable future for the aluminium industry.

• 11:30 – 12:00

  (re)Cycling, Circal and the (cycle)Path to Zero

  Nick Kemp, Head of Design -X50 Brompton Bicycle
   

  Brompton’s mission is Creating Urban Freedom for Happier lives, enabling active and multi-modal travel through cities of the world. Cycling makes us, our cities and our planet healthier and happier. However, as a manufacturer we need to acknowledge the environmental impact of our production. Circal offers a more sustainable, circular route for aluminium in cycling and micro-mobility – The same urban freedom and positive impact, but with a tiny carbon footprint. Having successfully worked with Hydro to produce the world’s first 100% post-consumer safety critical components, we have jointly taken the first essential step on an exciting journey. 

• 13:30 – 14:00

  Circularity in Surface Treatment @ Hydro Extrusion Europe with the Green P&L in Anodizing

  Marc-Steffen Hinderer, Director Surface Opex & Commercial Hydro
   

  Monitoring the main consumers in the anodizing process on different HYDRO locations all over Europe. The main target was to built a network and reporting platform, to analyse and benchmark on consumption different lines with each other. Driving operational excellence in energy reduction, waste reduction or eliminate waste with choosing different technologies e.g, zero liquide discharge vs. minimum liquid discharge,  sulfuric retardation, caustic retardation development, filter cake qualification process to be a circular product in the future. Local or regional tolerances in permissions and water treatment regulations create a lot of challenges and influence the Technology development for the future. This is now in use, to built our future best available technologies in our HYDRO anodizing plants to reduce our CO2 footprint significantly.

• 14:15 – 14:45

  Recommendations for Surface Treatment of Recycled Material

  Annica Crispin, Senior Research Engineer Innovation & Technology Hydro & Magnus Gustavsson, Senior Research Engineer Hydro

  With good process control, recycled material can be successfully anodized and painted. In this presentation we will outline the major aspects of what to look out for in surface treatment of recycled material and present the known mitigation methods to reduce variations. 

• 15:00 – 15:30

  Sustainability for a Just Transition in Brazil

  Milene Maués, Partnership Manager Hydro

• 15:45 – 16:15

  The Path towards a Resilient, Agile, and Sustainable Supply Chain for Lasting Customer Value

  Gerd Aalborg Aas, VP and Head of Logistics Hydro

  The seminar will explore strategies for building a resilient, agile, and sustainable supply chain that consistently delivers value to customers, with a focus on Hydro AM's logistics operations. Participants will learn how agility can coexist with stability in supply chain management, as well as the role of digitalization in enhancing supply chain efficiency and sustainability. 

• Wednesday, 09 October

• 10:00 – 10:30

  Business Case for Light-Weighting in BEV

  Dinesh Thirunavukkarasu, Head of Automotive Program Management Hydro

  Light-weighting is a key enabler to reduce energy demand and hence emissions of vehicles. The presentation outlines why light-weighting will still play an important role in the current transition from ICEV to BEV and how aluminum as a material can contribute.

• 10:45 – 11:15

  Battery Storage for Industry: Opportunities for Reducing Energy Costs and Emissions in Germany

  Jan Ohlenbusch, Battery Market Analyst Hydro Rein

  The seminar will present Hydro Rein’s hands-on experience with deploying behind-the-meter energy storage solutions, showcasing opportunities for energy cost savings, revenue generation, and decarbonisation. Attendees will gain insights into the practical benefits of battery storage for industrial applications. Hydro Rein is a renewable energy company that provides sustainable energy solutions to industrial customers, focusing on solar, wind, energy efficiency and battery storage technologies. As a subsidiary of Hydro, it leverages its expertise in clean energy to help businesses reduce costs, increase energy efficiency, and achieve decarbonization goals.

• 11:30 – 12:00

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• 13:30 – 14:00

  Market Update - Navigating Uncertain Waters

  Eline Johansen Nielsen, Market Analyst Hydro

  The aluminium market has experienced increased volatility the last few years. In Europe we have experienced an energy crisis, reducing the smelting capacity significantly. We have entered a new economic reality characterised by high interest rates, reduced activity, and increased political polarisation. Geopolitics has affected freight markets and consequently European supply. The European automotive industry is experiencing increased pressure as Chinese electric vehicle production booms. Not to mention decarbonisation of the industry, pushed forth by regulations like CBAM. How will aluminium navigate these uncertain waters going forward?

• 14:15 – 14:45

  Und es geht doch...Kooperation als nachhaltigere Superpower

  Katharina David, Co-CEO K2 Systems & Simon Globig, Einkaufsleiter K2 Systems

  In einer immer komplexeren und vernetzeren Welt hat Kooperation eine immense Stärke, ist nachhaltig ressourcenschonend und führt oft zu innovativeren und wettbewerbsfähigeren Lösungen.

• 15:00 – 15:30

  Hycast Insight: Next level safety solution!

  Ola Furu, Head of Sales and Marketing Hycast Hydro

  Hycast, a technology company committed to delivering sustainable and safe casthouse solutions. We claim and endeavor to be the best at what we do. Our technology enables production of aluminium products of superior quality through fully automated casting lines for Billet and Slab, including our unique drain free melt treatment units. For our customers this means a safe casthouse, sustainable solutions, increased value creation and competitive market advantages. 

  Now we are proud to present Hycast Insight which will revolutionize the way operators monitor the product during a cast.  

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