FAQs

Q - What is Alba's contribution to the national economy?
A - Aluminium Bahrain Company's contribution to the gross national product is estimated to be around BD 200 million per annum. This share is expected to increase with the recent expansion in the company.

Q - What is the total number of Alba's employee?
A - There are 3,000 full time employees working in the various departments within Alba 90% of which are Bahrainis, An average of 500 sub-contractors working on several projects in Alba.

Q - What is Alba's production capacity?
A - The production lines are capable of producing an annual production of 870,000 metric tones per year. Making Alba the biggest single smelter in the world.

Q - What is the significance of the "77-safe days startup"?
A - The ’77 Safe Days Start Up’ is a record breaking achievement by Alba. The operational team managed to start a total of 336 pots with an average of 6 pots/day within 77 days. This progress stands as a benchmark in the aluminium industry.

Q - What is Alba's product range?
A - Alba produces a range of products such as: Standard and T-ingots, extrusion billets, rolling slab, propertzi ingots and molten aluminium. These products are supplied to local downstream industries as well as the international clients.

Q - What are the major downstream industries?
A - The major downstream industries are: Gulf Aluminium Rolling Mill (Garmco), Bahrain Extrusion company (Balexco), Midal cables, Bahrain Atomizers, Aluwheel and many more.

Q - What are the training opportunities in Alba?
A - The training department offers the opportunity for university students and technical school student to join the company in a comprehensive industrial training program every year. This is in-line with the company's contribution towards developing the Bahraini workforce.

Q - How to apply for job vacancies in Alba?
A - Job vacancies are posted on the website. Applicants can apply directly to the suitable vacancies by visiting the link: www.albasmelter.com/jobs