ALVANCE British Aluminium in the Scottish Highlands is one of the world’s greenest metal production plants.
Our operations in Lochaber, Fort William deliver sustainable industrial development by integrating aluminium manufacturing, renewable hydropower and responsible land management.
ABA’s aluminium smelter – Britain’s last such plant and a national strategic asset – produces some of the lowest carbon aluminium in Europe.
JAHAMA Highland Estates’ expert land management of the surrounding local estates promotes biodiversity and cuts carbon emissions.
And we engage closely with our local communities to support skilled employment, rural activities and community projects.

Our History
The Lochaber hydroelectric scheme was a hydroelectric power generation project constructed in Lochaber after the First World War in 1929. Like its predecessor at Kinlochleven, it was intended to provide electricity for aluminium production.
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Alvance British Aluminium Hosts Family Fun Day in Support of Lochaber Mountain Rescue
On Saturday 21st June 2025, colleagues, contractors and their families came together for the annual Alvance British Aluminium Family Fun...
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£215000 Investment Powers Furnace Improvements at Fort William
A major upgrade has just been completed on our No.4 Holding Furnace in the Casting Shop which forms part of...
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Alvance British Aluminium Supports Kilmallie Shinty Club with New Under-17 Team Strip
It was a real pleasure to join Kilmallie Shinty Club pitch-side as they unveiled their brand-new Under-17 team strip, proudly...
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Celebrating Rosie Flannigan as ‘Volunteer of the Year’ at the Voscars
Alvance British Aluminum are so proud to share that Rosie Flannigan has been named ‘Volunteer of the Year’ today at...
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