• New state-of-the-art production and extrusion facility strengthens the UAE’s downstream capabilities and further elevates standards in the Middle East

  • International expansion plans based on positive market outlook

  • SENAAT reaffirms commitment to Abu Dhabi's Economic Vision 2030 to build a diversified economy

Abu Dhabi, UAE : H.E. Sheikh Sultan bin Tahnoon Al Nahyan, Member of the Executive Council, today inaugurated Taweelah Aluminium Extrusion Company (TALEX), the region’s most highly automated and flexible aluminium extrusion plant and the first aluminium extrusion project to be established in Khalifa Industrial Zone Abu Dhabi (KIZAD).

TALEX is an industrial monument, and an extension for the national economy, which continues to deliver continuous growth and prosperity under the wise leadership of H.H. Sheikh Khalifa Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE; HH Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai; and under the direction of H.H. Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces.

TALEX was formed through a joint venture between General Holding Corporation - SENAAT, one of the largest holding companies in the UAE’s industrial sector and privately-owned Gulf Extrusions under Al Ghurair Group. The new company is the result of an US$240 million investment to strengthen the Middle East’s downstream capabilities to spur industrial growth and broaden the Emirate’s economic base, with growing demand for aluminium and its proprietary hard alloys in the global construction, automotive, locomotive and aerospace industries. Spreading over almost 200,000 square metres, TALEX has an estimated production capacity of 50,000 tonnes per annum of aluminium profiles and 45,000 tonnes of aluminium billets for regional and international markets.

The opening ceremony was attended by excellencies, ministers, key government officials, as well as senior executives representing existing and potential clientele.

 Speaking at the official opening ceremony, H.E. Ali Murshed Al Marar, Chairman of TALEX said: “The inauguration of TALEX further strengthens the strategic pillars of Abu Dhabi’s focused industrial strategy in line with the economic diversification plan while building a competitive edge for ‘Made-in-UAE’ industrial products. TALEX’s ability to apply innovative operating systems that add efficiency to the process of supplying aluminium products is a shining example of UAE’s increasing technological and industrial know-how. Our timing is also perfect, as worldwide demand for aluminium products is growing, which makes for an exciting future for this business.”

The plant features state-of-the-art technologies and operating equipment offering an integrated aluminium cycle that starts with liquid metal, to casting, extrusion surface treatment and precision machining fabrication. TALEX’s vertical integration and fully automated material handling and storing equipment guarantees the quality, traceability and shorter lead time of its products.  In addition, TALEX’s laboratories are equipped with the latest technology available to ensure continuous monitoring of its production processes to ensure that TALEX’s products comply with the highest quality standards set by the most advanced markets around the world.

TALEX is one of the projects on the Hot Metal Road to receive liquid metal from Emirates Global Aluminium (EGA). Molten aluminium is delivered in a crucible on a truck at 950oC, poured directly into TALEX’s melting furnace. In this way, TALEX saves the cost of re-melting aluminium ingots.

H.E. Eng. Jamal Salem Al Dhaheri, CEO, SENAAT said: “TALEX demonstrates SENAAT’s commitment to developing industrial downstream projects in the Emirate in full alignment with the Abu Dhabi Economic Vision 2030. In addition, the plant complements Abu Dhabi’s vision to establish integrated industrial plants, to be the cornerstone of the Emirate’s industrial sector development. TALEX can respond quickly and cost-effectively to sophisticated customers' demands for precision engineered aluminium products locally, regionally and internationally. Combined with the buoyant growth predictions for the global aluminium extrusion market of an anticipated CAGR of more than 6% by 2020, TALEX has a great future ahead of it.” 

Eng. Al Dhaheri added: “Against the backdrop of strong global market growth, TALEX has investment plans for the Australian market and is also continuously developing its market share in North America, Europe, India and Middle East markets.”  

H.E Majid Saif Al Ghurair, Vice Chairman of ‘TALEX’ added: “We have built a strong company with the best team of specialists in the aluminium downstream industry and successfully brought online TALEX’s state-of-the-art technology. We are proud to run the most advanced and innovative aluminium extrusion plant in the Middle East, which has an exceptional potential to drive market growth and create value for its shareholders.”

“Our main scope is the automotive, transportation, architecture and construction industries. We have witnessed a rise in global demand for precision engineered aluminium products for the automotive sector. This market is looking for lightweight materials to help improve performance whilst also reducing pollution,” Al Ghurair added.

TALEX follows all environmental laws in the UAE and contributes to the environmental goals of the Emirate of Abu Dhabi, particularly in sustainable industry, as well as optimal use of resources. Waste from the treatment section is considered environmentally friendly due to its lack of toxic substances. The plant includes waste recycling system, supplied with a water treatment system that is completely free of all heavy metals and silica, further preserving the environment.

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About SENAAT

SENAAT is one of the UAE’s largest industrial holding companies, managing assets for the Government of Abu Dhabi. SENAAT is fully owned by Abu Dhabi Government and has been mandated to create, acquire and optimise industrial businesses in Abu Dhabi and beyond to maximize shareholder value. It is a key contributor to Abu Dhabi’s Economic Vision 2030, which aims to diversify the Emirate’s economy away from its reliance on the hydrocarbon sector by developing a strong industrial capability. SENAAT currently operates in four of the key industrial sectors listed in Abu Dhabi 2030 – Metals, Oil & Gas Services, Construction & Building Materials and Food & Beverages Manufacturing. SENAAT contributes to the socio-economic development of Abu Dhabi, in a profitable manner, while developing human capital.

SENAAT, which translates as ‘Industries’ manages more than AED 27.2 billion of industrial assets and has invested in the non-oil sector an average of AED1.9 billion a year over the last 10 years. SENAAT employs nearly 20,000 people across its portfolio of nine companies and its leadership is made up mainly of Emirates nationals.

Its subsidiary companies benefit from SENAAT’s unique ability to source innovation, create and grow businesses and provide proactive, strategic input through to commercial productivity. SENAAT aligns itself with its portfolio companies to build world-class companies:

  • Emirates Steel

Emirates Steel is the only integrated steel producer in the UAE and one of the largest integrated steel producers in the GCC.

  • National Petroleum Construction Company (NPCC)

NPCC is a major international contractor providing integrated onshore and offshore oil and gas fabrication, support and Engineering, Procurement and Construction services.

  • Arkan

Arkan specialises in the manufacturing of building and construction products in the UAE.

  • Ducab

Ducab is a joint venture between the Abu Dhabi and Dubai governments and is one of the leading manufacturers of high-quality power cables and wires in the Middle East.

  • Agthia

Agthia is one of the UAE’s leading food and beverage groups with assets across the Middle East, North Africa and Turkey.

  • Al Foah

Al Foah is the largest date company in the world. It manages the process of packaging, distributing and marketing dates in Abu Dhabi to 48 different countries.

  • Taweelah Aluminium Extrusion Company (TALEX)

TALEX is a joint venture with Gulf Extrusions, an Al Ghurair Group company, and owns and manages, state-of-the-art Aluminium Extrusion plant based at Kizad.

  • Al Gharbia Pipe Company

Al Gharbia Pipe Company is a joint venture between SENAAT and two of Japan’s leading companies in the steel sector, JFE Steel Corporation and Marubeni-Itochu Steel Inc (MISI). It owns and manages the UAE’s first sour service capable, welded steel pipe plant based at Kizad with expected capacity of 240,000 tons annually.

  • Ducab Aluminium Company (DAC)

DAC is a joint venture between SENAAT and its portfolio company Ducab, which is currently constructing a facility to manufacture aluminium alloy rods, wires, and bare overhead conductors, mainly for use in cable-making, utilities, and other manufacturing.

For further information, please visit our website: www.SENAAT.co 

About TALEX

Taweelah Aluminium Extrusion Company LLC (TALEX) is the Middle East’s most advanced aluminium extrusion plant. TALEX is located in Abu Dhabi’s Khalifa Industrial Zone (KIZAD).

TALEX is a joint venture between Abu Dhabi’s SENAAT and the Al Ghurair Group’s Gulf Extrusions, who bring industrial manufacturing expertise and a global sales network to our enterprise.

TALEX’s vertically integrated production process links liquid primary metal to state-of-the-art precision engineering and on to export markets in the Gulf and around the world, via KIZAD’s Khalifa Port. From our purpose-built factory, covering 200,000 square metres, TALEX provides casting, extrusion, surface treatment and fabrication services to international customers.

We imagine, innovate and inspire to supply our customers with quality products at competitive prices on demand and on time.

© Press Release 2018