Novelis Produces First 100% Recycled Aluminium Coil for Automotive Industry

Novelis announced on Thursday that it has successfully produced the world’s first aluminium coil made entirely from 100% recycled, end-of-life automotive scrap. The development marks a major step forward in sustainability and circular manufacturing for the European automotive sector.

The new aluminium material meets the rigorous industry standards for surface quality and formability, making it suitable for car body outer skin applications. Novelis, a leader in aluminium rolling and recycling, has been expanding its efforts to increase the recycled content in its products in collaboration with automakers and industry partners.

The breakthrough was achieved through the Automotive Circularity Platform (ACP), a system developed in partnership with thyssenkrupp Materials Services. ACP facilitates the efficient sourcing of high-quality end-of-life materials by digitalizing the secondary materials market. This initiative aims to optimize supply chain efficiency and enhance the recovery of aluminium from scrapped vehicles.

By pioneering the first 100% recycled aluminium coil, Novelis reinforces its commitment to reducing environmental impact and supporting a closed-loop economy in the automotive sector. The company continues to invest in innovative recycling technologies and sustainable production processes to further advance circular manufacturing.