Alcoa has announced a $65 million capital investment at its Mosjøen smelter in Norway to expand foundry production capabilities and incorporate post-consumer recycled aluminum into its casting process for the first time. The investment will expand and upgrade the Mosjøen casthouse, increasing production capacity by up to 75,000 metric tons through a new open mold foundry casting line, melting furnaces, and additional casthouse improvements.
The upgrade responds to evolving customer requirements in the automotive and packaging sectors, where demand for recycled-content aluminum products is growing alongside broader expectations for low-carbon materials. The expanded facility will offer greater flexibility in ingot size and format, a broader foundry alloy portfolio, expanded alloy diversity, and enhanced recycled content capabilities — strengthening Alcoa’s competitive position across the European market. The project is expected to be completed in phases, with commissioning and ramp-up scheduled to progress throughout 2028.
Mosjøen is one of the largest industrial employers in Northern Norway, with more than 700 direct employees and a significant regional impact across the Helgeland region. Since 2020, Alcoa has invested approximately $180 million in sustaining and return-seeking capital projects at the smelter, making the latest $65 million commitment part of a sustained multi-year investment program at the site. Alcoa is a global industry leader in bauxite, alumina, and aluminum products, and is listed on both the NYSE and ASX.
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“This investment places Alcoa at the forefront of delivering low-carbon aluminum while creating long-term value for our customers and shareholders. The increased capacity, combined with recycling capabilities, positions Mosjøen as a cornerstone of low-carbon aluminum supply across Europe.”
William F. Oplinger, President and CEO, Alcoa Corporation
