Aluminum Scrap Markets
May 12, 2026
Alcoa to upgrade Norway facility, increase scrap capabilities
Written by Stephanie Ritenbaugh
Alcoa Corp. plans to invest $65 million to expand foundry production capabilities to include recycled content in the casting process at its Mosjøen smelter in Norway.
The upgrades are expected to increase capacity by up to 75,000 metric tons, the company said in an announcement.
The Pittsburgh-based aluminum producer said the enhancements will deliver low-carbon products, particularly in automotive and packaging sectors, while incorporating post-consumer recycled aluminum into its Mosjøen products for the first time.
Upgrades include an open mold foundry casting line, melting furnaces and additional casthouse improvements. Improvements will also enable a broader foundry alloy portfolio, offering greater flexibility in ingot size and format, expanded alloy diversity, and enhanced recycled content capabilities, the company said.
“This investment places Alcoa at the forefront of delivering low-carbon aluminum while creating long-term value for our customers and shareholders,” CEO William Oplinger said. “The increased capacity, combined with recycling capabilities, positions Mosjøen as a cornerstone of low-carbon aluminum supply across Europe.”
The project is expected to be completed in phases, with commissioning and ramp-up scheduled to progress throughout 2028.
