The Ritz-Carlton, Bahrain selected to hold Arabal 2004

A number of speakers from the industry around the world have been approached to speak at the conference, which has as its theme 'Critical Issues, Global Trends and Drivers'.

The organising committee of arabal 2004 consisting of Alba, Balexco, Garmco, Midal Cables, Bahrain Atomisers International (BAI) and a representative from the Ministry of Oil has been established and, after careful consideration, has selected The Ritz-Carlton as the preferred venue.

More than 600 delegates from all over the world are expected to attend the conference and exhibition, which is hosted biennially in turn, by Kuwait, UAE, Egypt and Bahrain. The last event was held in the UAE in 2001.

According to the arabal organising committee, an exciting combination of global experts has been invited to speak at the event under the theme 'Critical Issues, Global Trends and Drivers'. At the same time an international exhibition of industry specialists will run alongside the conference.

Rayan Kazerooni from Alba heading up the working committee said "We are pleased to be able to work together with The Ritz-Carlton for this very prestigious event and we feel sure that the visitors to arabal will not be disappointed with this wonderful venue".

This region now accounts for more than 5 percent of the total global primary aluminium production and is a major source of quality aluminium products for consumers of the world. The amount of industry interest in the region generally, and the conference specifically with delegates attending in the past from over 30 countries, is a clear indication of the role the region now plays on the international aluminium scene.