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How primary aluminium is made in Lochaber
Aluminium is used in almost every part of daily life, from vehicles and buildings to packaging and technology. It is...
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Unsung hero of Glasgow climbing scene, Willie Gorman, honoured in top mountain award
The Fort William Mountain Festival has this week awarded its 19th annual Scottish Award for Excellence in Mountain Culture, sponsored...
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Restoring Landscapes to Support Sustainable Aluminium Production
Recently, we welcomed the British Dragonfly Society (BDS) to our Mamore Estate on Jahama Highland Estates as part of our wider...
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Alvance British Aluminium recognised nationally for developing future talent
Alvance British Aluminium has been recognised at the Make UK Manufacturing Awards, reaching the national finals in the Developing...
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Your Future Career in Lochaber 2026 – Limited Spaces Available
We’re delighted to welcome you to Your Future Career in Lochaber, taking place on Wednesday 4 March 2026, 3pm–6pm, at...
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Why Skills, Housing and Transport Are Essential for Highland Industry
Alvance British Aluminium operates one of the most unique industrial sites in the UK. Our Fort William smelter produces aluminium...
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Christmas Celebrations Bring Colleagues & Families Together in Lochaber
Alvance British Aluminium and Jahama Highland Estates recently held their annual Christmas party for employees and their families, continuing a...
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The Energy Challenge Facing British Aluminium
In this blog, we examine one of the most pressing challenges for primary aluminium production in the UK: energy. Producing...
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Alvance British Aluminium wins Make UK Manufacturing Award for Developing Future Talent
Alvance British Aluminium has been named regional winner in the Developing Future Talent category for the North West region at...
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Over 120 Years of Family Commitment Making British Aluminium – The Fairgrieve Story
From a young age, David Fairgrieve had a clear interest in chemistry and maths, and when he joined Lochaber...
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BBC ALBA Interview Highlights Sales to US and £1.6 Million Upgrades
Featuring on BBC ALBA on Thursday 25 September 2025, our Managing Director, Tom Uppington, and Head of Operational Excellence, Jane...
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National Manufacturing Day Reception at No. 11 Downing Street
On Thursday 25th September, our Business Development Manager, James Tangney, attended a reception at No. 11 Downing Street to mark...
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