Speira joins Alumobility initiative
Aluminium roller and recycler Speira has joined Alumobility – a global initiative committed to advancing the adoption of aluminium with automakers.
Speira with headquarters in Grevenbroich, Germany, will be one of three full members, joining founding members Constellium and Novelis.
For a lighter, more sustainable future mobility
“We are enthusiastic about joining Alumobility, to drive the use of aluminium in vehicles, for a lighter, more sustainable future mobility,” commented Speira CEO Einar Glomnes. “We see this engagement as an important step for our ambitions toward low-carbon mobility.”
As the other full members, Speira will dedicate resources to support the work and projects of Alumobility. Pascal Wagner, head of the business unit Automotive in Speira, is serving as a board member of Alumobility.
“As a leader in aluminium rolling and recycling, Speira prioritizes sustainability and innovation, making it a good match for Alumobility, which is committed to educating the automotive industry on the benefits of aluminium for creating lighter, safer, smarter and more sustainable vehicles,” said Thomas Rudlaff, managing director of Alumobility. “We are pleased to welcome Speira and the Fischer Group, who will further enhance our organization and the value we bring to automakers.”
Fischer Group a new associate member of Alumobility
The addition of new associate member Fischer Group is broadening Alumobility’s expertise with a leader in aluminium hot forming innovation, which provides new possibilities in the design of lightweight, yet strong automotive components.
About Alumobility
Alumobility is a global initiative of leading aluminium and downstream technology partners that supports automotive manufacturers in creating lighter, safer, smarter and more sustainable vehicles. The non-profit association was founded to focus on technical studies to advance the adoption of aluminium automotive body sheet (ABS). Working with global automakers, Alumobility is helping to fulfil the promise of a lighter, more efficient, more sustainable mobility future.
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