CISCE 2023: "Made in Chongqing" aluminium products are hailed by International OEMs

The China International Supply Chain Expo (CISCE) opened in Beijing from November 28 to December 2 with great anticipation. It showcased various aluminium alloy materials that are suitable for automotive use and materials for power battery packs. Of particular interest was the exhibit by Chinalco Advanced Manufacturing Co., Ltd., which featured a range of aluminium materials for use in vehicles. 

An on-site staff member of Chinalco Advanced Manufacturing Co., Ltd asserted: "These aluminium materials for vehicles are primarily supplied to new energy vehicle enterprises. Today, many companies have come to inquire, expressing a desire to deepen technological and product cooperation with us."

Chinalco Advanced Manufacturing Co., Ltd., being one of the earliest domestic enterprises to conduct research and production of aluminium for automotive use, has played a pioneering role in exploring the basic theory, industrial technology, and key equipment technology of automotive aluminium.

The company has successfully established two state-of-the-art production lines that specialize in aluminium alloy sheet materials for automotive covering components. By doing so, they have created an exceptional production capacity chain for aluminium sheet materials, profiles, and automotive components.

Additionally, the company has obtained product certifications from nearly ten automotive Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs), including renowned brands such as BMW, NIO, Li Auto, Nissan, and XPeng Motors. Thanks to its world-class products, which have already been applied in various joint ventures and domestically produced NEVs, the company has become a trusted partner in the industry.

The current trend in the automotive industry is toward the use of lightweight materials. By replacing traditional steel materials with lightweight materials like aluminium alloy, the weight of a vehicle can be significantly reduced, which in turn lowers energy consumption.

Aluminium alloy has emerged as a popular choice in the automotive industry due to its recyclability, especially in the context of "dual carbon goals." Many mainstream automakers worldwide have already incorporated aluminium alloy materials into their key components and vehicle bodies.

The individual in charge of Chinalco Advanced Manufacturing Co., Ltd. expressed their desire to leverage this expo as an opportunity to showcase their "Made in Chongqing" aluminium materials to both domestic and foreign NEV (New Energy Vehicle) enterprises. In addition, they aim to broaden their network and establish more technological and product collaborations with other enterprises. This will contribute to the wider application of lightweight technology and products based on aluminium alloy in high-end NEVs, thus facilitating the overall advancement of the industry chain.

The CISCE is a national-level exhibition that centres on the theme of "Connecting the World for a Shared Future," providing a premium platform for trade promotion, investment cooperation, innovation accumulation, and learning exchange for enterprises across the globe.

The exhibition, which covered a total area of 100,000 square meters, features five major supply chains: Smart Vehicle, Green Agriculture, Clean Energy, Digital Technology, and Healthy Life, along with a dedicated area for supply chain services. A total of 515 domestic and foreign enterprises and institutions participated, showcasing new technologies, products, and services across the key segments of the supply chain.

Around 132 international exhibitors from 55 countries and regions, including the United States, Japan, the United Kingdom, Germany, and more, primarily participated in the event, constituting 26% of all participants. The event was globally unprecedented and provided an excellent platform for collaborations and partnerships, attracting a diverse range of exhibitors and businesses from around the world.

If you wish to learn more about aluminium use in the transportation sector, please have a look at AL Circle's special report on the same, Future of Aluminium in Transportation Sector.