ASI enlists Hulamin Operations as the new Production and Transformation member

Aluminium Stewardship Initiative has announced the joining of Hulamin Operations (Pty) Limited as the Production and Transformation member. Hulamin Operations, based in South Africa, is known for providing aluminium semi-fabricated products across the region and worldwide. Hulamin, the only significant aluminium rolling facility in Sub-Saharan Africa, is one of the leading exporters, accounting for more than 60 per cent of sales.

“Hulamin has an organisational culture that places great value on its shareholders, employees, communities and key stakeholders, with a clear understanding of the close connection between the health of these key stakeholders to that of the business. By joining ASI, we believe that all we have in place will add credibility to Hulamin as a responsible and sustainable producer of aluminium products. We view the certification processes of the ASI Performance Standard as an opportunity to critically reassess the governance of our industry and to challenge our current approaches to our stakeholders. Furthermore, it is expected that certification with the ASI Performance Standard will result in adding value to our products and possibly attract new markets,” said Hendrik de Villiers, Head of Environmental Sustainability.

The significance of regional growth is of utmost importance for the organisation, as the company want to actively contribute to the promotion of sustainable development within the context of South Africa. The organisation is dedicated to upholding responsible corporate leadership and practising good governance. Additionally, they also strive to provide a beneficial influence on the economy, environment, and communities in which we conduct our operations.