Riba Farré Invites You to the SMM (3rd) Global Recycled Metals Industry Peak Forum

Published: Apr 30, 2026 10:07

Against the backdrop of global sustainable development, the recycled metal industry is gaining importance. As the conflict between resource shortages and growing demand intensifies, countries are increasing policy and technology investment in this sector to promote a green economy. Japan, as a key recycled resource hub in Asia, possesses advanced technologies (such as aluminum dross processing) and closed-loop recycling models, and plans to expand the scale of e-waste recycling. However, its domestic capacity to absorb secondary aluminum is limited, necessitating expansion into markets outside China; secondary copper capacity is also expanding simultaneously. Sino-US trade issues have also highlighted the necessity of supply chain stability.

Against this backdrop, with the theme "Voice of Low Carbon, Global Resonance," the will be held in Tokyo, Japan, on May 11–12, 2026.

At this conference, will participate as an attending company, with Chairman Javier Riba Mas and Asia Manager Jose Maria Lozoya Fontanals in attendance.

Global sustainability highlights the importance of the recycled metal sector. With resource shortages intensifying, countries (notably Japan, Asia's recycling hub) are advancing tech and policies. Japan aims to expand e-waste recycling but needs markets outside China for secondary aluminum; secondary copper output is also growing. Sino-US trade tensions further emphasize supply chain stability.

2026 SMM (3rd) Global Renewable Metal Industry Chain Summit (Theme: Voice of Low Carbon, Global Resonance) is scheduled for May 11–12, 2026, in Tokyo, Japan.

At this conference, RIBA FARRE will attend, with Chairman Javier Riba Mas and Asia Manager Jose Maria Lozoya Fontanals in attendance.

Your Trusted Global Partner in Non-Ferrous Metals
Processor with more than 85 years experience

Your Trusted Global Partner with Over 85 Years of Expertise in Non-Ferrous Metal Processing

Comercial Riba Farré was established in 1940 and has long been deeply engaged in the non-ferrous metal recycling sector. Leveraging profound industry experience, the enterprise has firmly established itself in the Spanish domestic market while fully expanding into global markets. Drawing on years of accumulated expertise, we rigorously benchmark against London Metal Exchange quotations daily, updating purchase and sale prices in real time. Riba Farré firmly believes that long-term, sustainable business operations never rely on short-term arbitrage transactions, but rather on a solid corporate structure and persistent, dedicated operations. Our current industry standing is a powerful testament to this philosophy.

Comercial Riba Farré se creó en 1940 y desde entonces ha desarrollado su actividad en el sector del reciclaje de metales no férricos. Nuestra EXPERIENCIA nos ha permitido consolidarnos dentro del mercado español y los mercados internacionales. Es la misma experiencia que nos permite garantizar la máxima actualización diaria de los precios de compra y venta de material según la Bolsa de Londres. En Riba Farré estamos convencidos que un NEGOCIO próspero no se basa en transacciones rápidas que ofrezcan beneficios inmediatos, sino en una estructura sólida y en el trabajo constante a lo largo de los años. Y nuestra posición actual confirma esa convicción.

The outstanding development of an enterprise is inseparable from a professional, efficient, and motivated core team. The company continuously conducts skills training and implements people-oriented management to constantly enhance the team's overall capabilities. Meanwhile, it is equipped with industry-leading production equipment to fully ensure refined processing and sorting of non-ferrous metals. We consistently introduce cutting-edge intelligent equipment to achieve efficient operations with state-of-the-art capacity.

Gran parte de este éxito se debe a la alta calificación, y a la motivación de nuestro EQUIPO. Dos aspectos que Riba Farré potencia cada día mediante la formación continua y el trato personalizado. Nuestro equipo está además plenamente respaldado por la mejor MAQUINARIA para el tratamiento y la clasificación de metales no férricos. Creemos que la máxima eficacia solo se consigue incorporando las máquinas más innovadoras en cada momento.

In addition to the core metal recycling business, the group operates the RAEECICLA dedicated division, which specializes in the recycling and processing of e-waste and used electrical appliances.

También, a parte de Riba Farré, contamos con RAEECICLA, la división de residuos informáticos y electrónicos.

Main Products Productos principales

  • Copper, aluminum, brass, lead, zinc
  • Stainless steel, bronze, nickel, tin
  • Cobre, aluminio, latón, plomo, zinc
  • Acero inoxidable, bronce, níquel, estaño

Our Advantages Nuestras ventajas

  • Stable and controllable quality with fully standardized processing
  • Flexible allocation tailored to various supply needs
  • Long-term stable cooperation building reliable partnerships
  • Global presence: Spain, Colombia, China, and India
  • Calidad estable y controlada, procesamiento estandarizado en todo el ciclo.
  • Suministro flexible adaptado a todo tipo de necesidades.
  • Cooperación estable a largo plazo y alianzas comerciales fiables.
  • Presencia global: España, Colombia, China e India.

Key Reasons to Choose Riba Farré Por qué elegir Riba Farré

  • Over 80 years of deep industry expertise
  • Extensive global presence across international markets
  • A hands-on producer, not merely a trade intermediary
  • Committed to sustainable circular development
  • Más de 80 años de experiencia consolidada en el sector.
  • Fuerte presencia y expansión en mercados internacionales.
  • Procesador industrial, no solo intermediario comercial.
  • Compromiso firme con la economía circular y la sostenibilidad.

Contact Information Contacto

+34 932 643 630

INFO@RIBAFARRE.COM


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