Vedanta Aluminium sets new industry standards with LME Passport digital connectivity

In a major milestone for India's aluminium industry, Vedanta Aluminium has become the first smelter in the country to successfully implement the London Metal Exchange (LME) Passport program. This development positions Vedanta Aluminium, India's largest aluminium producer, as only the fifth primary aluminium producer globally to establish a direct digital connection for the submission of Certificates of Analysis (CoA) to the LME's Passport platform.

The LME Passport, a digital solution for managing metal quality documentation, automates the submission of CoAs, ensuring streamlined operations, enhanced traceability, and full compliance for metal shipments. By integrating this platform, Vedanta Aluminium is set to improve accessibility and transparency throughout its supply chain while also reducing the risk of errors traditionally associated with paper-based processes.

This move is seen as a significant step forward in modernising the company's operations. The LME Passport allows for a centralized digital record, simplifying the management of metal quality certifications and transforming how metal documentation is handled—from production all the way to delivery. By automating key administrative tasks, it enhances operational efficiency, reinforcing Vedanta Aluminium's commitment to quality and innovation.

Sunil Gupta, Vedanta Aluminium's Chief Operating Officer (COO), commented on this achievement, "Vedanta Aluminium's successful implementation of the LME Passport underscores our commitment to adopting cutting-edge digital technologies that enable us to meet the highest global standards in metal quality assurance. This initiative further strengthens our position as a leader in the aluminium industry, ensuring our customers receive the highest quality products with the utmost transparency."

The London Metal Exchange (LME), as the global hub for trading industrial metals and setting benchmark prices for aluminium, has mandated that all primary aluminium smelters digitise their Certificate of Analysis (CoA) submission processes by October 2024. Vedanta Aluminium's early adoption of the LME Passport positions the company to seamlessly meet these evolving industry standards while enhancing its reputation for innovation, operational excellence, and sustainability. This proactive approach reinforces Vedanta's commitment to leadership and elevates India's prominence in the global aluminium market.