A €58 million investment is set to strengthen Hungary’s role in sustainable aluminium production, with REMET Hungary Zrt. announcing plans to build a state-of-the-art aluminium alloy plant in western Hungary. 

The facility is expected to become one of the most advanced of its kind in Central Europe, combining Hungarian engineering with leading U.S. recycling technology.

At the core of the project is melting and recycling equipment supplied by U.S.-based Gillespie & Powers Inc., a long-established specialist in aluminium processing systems. The collaboration will introduce advanced know-how to the region and support the production of high-quality aluminium alloys made entirely from recycled beverage cans and industrial scrap.

Designed with sustainability at its forefront, the new plant will operate using significantly less energy than traditional methods—up to 20% less than standard recycling and around 90% less than primary aluminium production. With a planned capacity of 4,500 tonnes per month, the facility will help create a closed-loop supply chain and reduce carbon emissions across the regional packaging and manufacturing sectors.

According to REMET Hungary CEO Ernő Huszár, the project goes beyond industrial expansion. “Aluminium is a critical material for the green transition, from renewable energy systems to electric mobility. Producing these materials locally reduces reliance on long-distance imports and supports Europe’s climate goals,” he said.

The development also highlights growing economic cooperation between Hungary and the United States, reflecting deeper ties in technology and energy-related industries. Alongside its transatlantic partnerships, REMET is working with Central European partners, including Czech manufacturer REMET spol. s r.o., to build a more resilient regional supply network.

Construction is expected to begin shortly, with commissioning planned after a 23-month build period. Once operational, the plant is expected to secure regional aluminium supply and generate hundreds of new jobs, reinforcing Hungary’s position in the evolving European circular economy.