CRU Launches Aluminum Summit Alongside SMU Steel Event
Aluminum | 2026-06-04 05:53:27
The AMU Aluminum Summit aims to become a key gathering for North America's industrial metals community.
By Paul Ploumis
SEATTLE (Scrap Monster): Global commodities intelligence provider CRU has announced the launch of the AMU Aluminum Summit, a new industry conference aimed at strengthening commercial ties across North America's aluminum and steel sectors. The inaugural event will be held from August 24–26, 2026, in Atlanta, Georgia.
The AMU Aluminum Summit aims to address growing challenges facing the U.S. aluminum industry, including trade uncertainty, evolving procurement strategies, and the need for greater visibility into downstream markets. By co-locating the event with the SMU Steel Summit, CRU aims to provide aluminum market participants with direct access to a broad network of buyers, manufacturers, processors, traders, and end users.
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The conference will mainly focus on key industry issues including tariffs, trade policy, scrap and recycling trends, investment opportunities, and demand outlooks across major consuming sectors.
According to Nicola Coslett, CEO of CRU Communities, the event is designed to bridge the gap between the steel and aluminum industries and create new opportunities for collaboration. Michael Cowden, Editor-in-Chief of Aluminum Market Update (AMU), said the summit will offer participants an opportunity to assess market sentiment and strengthen business relationships.
The AMU Aluminum Summit aims to become a key gathering for North America's industrial metals community.
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What is the primary objective of the new AMU Aluminum Summit?
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the AMU Aluminum Summit?
It is a new industry conference launched by CRU to connect stakeholders across North America's aluminum and steel value chains.
- When and where will the inaugural summit be held?
The event will take place from August 24–26, 2026, in Atlanta, Georgia.
- Why is the summit being co-located with the SMU Steel Summit?
The co-location allows aluminum market participants to engage directly with steel industry stakeholders, expanding networking and business opportunities.
