As Vietnam accelerates investments in its bauxite, alumina and aluminium sectors, the country is preparing to host its first international event dedicated exclusively to the industry. The 15th International Bauxite, Alumina and Aluminium Conference & Exhibition (IBAAS–VFMSTA 2026) will take place on October 28–29, 2026, at the Hanoi University of Science and Technology, bringing together global stakeholders to discuss the future of the aluminium value chain in one of Asia's fastest-growing markets.
Jointly organized by the International Bauxite, Alumina & Aluminium Society (IBAAS) and the Vietnam Foundry & Metallurgy Science and Technology Association (VFMSTA), the conference is expected to become a key platform for technology exchange, business development and international collaboration.
The technical programme has already generated considerable interest, with around 50 abstracts submitted by researchers and industry professionals from across the world. The sessions will address topics ranging from bauxite mining and alumina refining to aluminium smelting, downstream manufacturing, recycling, sustainability, digital transformation, critical minerals and next-generation process technologies.
The event has also attracted participation from leading international organizations. China Nonferrous Metal Industry's Foreign Engineering and Construction Co., Ltd. (NFC), Shanghai Metals Market (SMM) and the Shenyang Aluminium & Magnesium Engineering & Research Institute (SAMI) have confirmed their participation, highlighting the conference's growing international profile.
On the exhibition front, PLA Process Analysers (Australia) and JGHECEPT Co., Ltd. (China) are among the early exhibitors that will showcase advanced technologies and engineering solutions for the aluminium industry.
With Vietnam possessing one of the world's largest bauxite resources and expanding its alumina, aluminium and critical minerals industries, the conference is expected to create significant opportunities for producers, engineering and EPC companies, equipment manufacturers, technology suppliers, researchers, investors and downstream users. Alongside technical sessions, delegates will benefit from an international exhibition, business networking programmes and industrial visits designed to encourage partnerships and investment.
Registrations, sponsorship opportunities, exhibition bookings and technical paper submissions are currently open. Companies/Organizations interested in participating can obtain further information by contacting info@ibaas.info or visiting www.ibaas.info.
