Emirates Global Aluminium (EGA), the world’s largest producer of ‘premium aluminium,’ has announced its intention to acquire an 80% stake in Italian aluminium recycling specialist Eco Green.

The move marks a significant acceleration of EGA’s “RevivAL” recycling strategy in Europe, following its 2024 acquisition of German foundry Leichtmetall. The transaction remains subject to regulatory approvals.

Key Transaction & Operational Highlights
The Stake: EGA to acquire 80% of Eco Green; the Scappini family, who founded the firm in 1993, will remain involved in leadership.

Current Capacity: Eco Green processes over 70,000 tonnes of material annually across scrap collection, sorting, and dross processing.

Regional Footprint: Operates facilities in Villafranca di Verona and Nogara di Verona in northeast Italy.

Expansion Plans: A current expansion at the Nogara facility is set to add 15,000 tonnes of recycled capacity by H2 2026.

Supply Chain: Boasts a robust network of 350+ scrap suppliers and serves over 60 European customers in the automotive and construction sectors.

EGA’s Rapid Global Recycling Expansion
Upon completion, this acquisition will push EGA’s total global recycling capacity to over 400,000 tonnes per year across the UAE, Europe, and the US.

“Eco Green will bring EGA reach and expertise in the European aluminium scrap market, making this a significant step forward in supplying the recycling operations we are building across the continent,” said Abdulnasser Bin Kalban, CEO of EGA.