Alcoa: Worldwide: News Releases

Alcoa’s Kawneer Architectural Aluminum Products Enhance Learning in an Environmentally Friendly Way

2009-11-06

HOT SPRINGS, Ark.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Hot Springs Intermediate School, located in Hot Springs, Arkansas, may appear to be an everyday, two-story school. But in taking a closer look at the aluminum, glass and brick building it is apparent that there is much more to the building than meets the eye. Sustainability was a key factor in creating the new school. It was important that the Intermediate School incorporate solutions that help provide a healthy, productive learning environment, such as in

Alcoa to Rebuild, Enhance Forging Press in Cleveland

2009-11-05

CLEVELAND--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alcoa (NYSE:AA) announced today that funding has been approved for the complete repair and refurbishment of its 50,000-ton forging press at the company’s Cleveland Works. The project will make Cleveland Works the world’s premier producer of large aluminum and titanium forgings for the defense, aerospace and industrial markets. “This could not have happened without the support of our employees, community leaders and leadership of United Auto Workers L

Alcoa Partners with His Royal Highness The Prince of Wales’ Rainforests Project

2009-11-04

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alcoa (NYSE:AA) announced today that it is partnering with The Prince’s Rainforests Project (PRP), an environmental initiative started by His Royal Highness The Prince of Wales to protect the rainforests and tackle climate change. Alcoa joins with corporate, NGOs and other groups to support Prince Charles’ action to protect rainforests in advance of the international climate change meeting hosted by the United Nations in Copenhagen this December. Alcoa is a

Alcoa Highlights Sustainable Aluminum Design for Building and Construction Industry at Greenbuild 2009

2009-11-03

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alcoa aluminum has always offered unique advantages for designing the shape, appearance and finish of modern buildings. Today it offers an even more important advantage: sustainability. That is what visitors to Alcoa booth (#1162) will see for themselves at the 2009 Greenbuild International Conference and Expo in Phoenix on November 10-12. The exhibit shows how aluminum products from Alcoa help architects optimize the physical environment by making buildings more energ

RUSNANO and Alcoa Sign a Memorandum of Understanding

2009-10-29

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alcoa (NYSE:AA) President and CEO Klaus Kleinfeld and RUSNANO CEO Anatoly Chubais have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to explore opportunities for applying nanotechnology in the aluminum industry. The two companies have identified several promising technical and commercial fields to begin pursuing together. These include off-shore oil and gas drilling systems, high-efficiency power transmission, next-generation lighting, energy-efficient buildings and transportat

Alcoa and COMAC Explore Leading Technology Solutions for C919, China’s Largest Passenger Aircraft

2009-10-29

NEW YORK & BEIJING--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alcoa (NYSE:AA) and Commercial Aircraft Corporation of China Ltd. (COMAC) today announced they are jointly exploring leading technology solutions for the design and development of China’s new, large passenger jet, the C919. Through a technology cooperation agreement, the two companies are examining advanced aluminum structural concepts, designs and alloys to create the 190-seat aircraft. “We are working closely with COMAC to develop a tailored sol

John Thuestad and Jean-Pierre Gilardeau Elected Vice Presidents of Alcoa

2009-10-21

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alcoa (NYSE:AA) announced today that its board of directors has elected John Thuestad, 49, and Jean-Pierre Gilardeau, 57, as vice presidents of Alcoa. Thuestad is Chief Operating Officer for Global Primary Products Worldwide, focusing primarily on reducing the cost of aluminum production within Alcoa’s worldwide aluminum smelters as well as reducing the cost of alumina production at its refineries worldwide. With the two new smelters Alcoa recently acquired in No

Alcoa Engineer Presents Sustainable Water Technologies at China America National Frontiers of Engineering Symposium

2009-10-20

NEW YORK & CHANGSHA, China--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Natural water technology systems have enabled Alcoa (NYSE:AA) to decrease water usage and to return more clean water to the communities in which the company operates, said Rajat Ghosh, Ph.D., a senior project leader in Alcoa’s Environmental Science and Sustainable Technology Division. Speaking at the China America National Frontiers of Engineering (CAFOE) symposium held at Changsha University, Hunan Province, Ghosh explained Alcoa’s water

Daniel Cruise to Join Alcoa as Vice President – Public and Government Affairs

2009-10-15

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alcoa (NYSE:AA) today announced that Daniel Cruise will join Alcoa as Vice President for Public and Government Affairs. He will oversee all global, national, state and local governmental and regulatory affairs and other public matters for the company. Daniel Cruise comes to Alcoa from the Albright Stonebridge Group where, as a Managing Director, he ran the firm’s New York office. At Albright Stonebridge, Mr. Cruise advised global businesses as they entered new ma

Alcoa Executive Emphasizes Aluminum Advantages for Commercial Vehicle Market at SAE Conference

2009-10-14

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Low weight aluminum offers real-world fuel economy and emissions benefits to manufacturers of commercial vehicles. That was the key message Todd Summe, Division Manager, Product Design & Development for Alcoa (NYSE:AA), told attendees at the SAE Commercial Vehicle Engineering & Exhibition held last week in Illinois. Summe participated in a panel discussion on sustainability issues representing the Aluminum Association’s Aluminum Transportation Group. "Wit

Alcoa Names 2009 Top Scrap Suppliers

2009-10-09

KNOXVILLE, Tenn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alcoa North American Rolled Products (NARP) Scrap Purchasing announced today the Top Ten Scrap Suppliers, as we continue to apply the same high purchasing standards used with our supply base for the past five years. The suppliers are recognized as a result of their performance against key measurement criteria that focus on safety, quality, volume, and delivery. With this proven strategy, NARP Scrap Purchasing has been able to sustain our scrap purchasing requir

Alcoa Defense to Supply Aluminum Armor Kits to AM General

2009-10-08

WASHINGTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alcoa (NYSE: AA) announced today that it will supply aluminum armor kit components for AM General’s Expanded Capacity High Mobility Multipurpose Wheeled Vehicles (HMMWV ECV). The aluminum kits increase vehicle occupant protection while improving the vehicle's mobility, dependability and performance. “We look forward to strengthening our relationship with AM General by delivering innovative armor solutions for this critical program,” said David Dobso

World Issues of Energy and Environmental Concerns Dependent on Nanotechnology Breakthroughs, Says Alcoa Chief Technology Officer

2009-10-08

MOSCOW & NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Nanotechnology breakthroughs will be essential in developing game-changing solutions to address world issues, such as energy shortages, environmental concerns and greater connectivity, said Alcoa (NYSE:AA) Executive Vice President and Chief Technology Officer Mohammad A. Zaidi at Rusnanotech ’09, the second international nanotechnology forum held in Moscow Oct. 6-8. “I believe that future growth drivers in business will focus on energy, environment

Alcoa Strengthens Cash Position and Returns to Profitability in Third Quarter

2009-10-07

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alcoa (NYSE: AA) today announced third quarter 2009 income from continuing operations of $73 million, or $0.07 per diluted share, compared to a loss from continuing operations of $312 million, or $0.32 per share, in the second quarter 2009. Income from continuing operations in the third quarter of 2008 was $306 million, or $0.37 per share. Excluding restructuring and special items, income for the third quarter 2009 was $39 million, or $0.04 per share. The third quarter

Alcoa Executive to Discuss Nanotechnology’s Role in Industry at Rusnanotech ‘09

2009-10-05

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alcoa (NYSE:AA) announced today that Dr. Mohammad A. Zaidi, executive vice president and chief technology officer – Alcoa, will discuss the role of nanotechnology in industry at Rusnanotech ’09, second international nanotechnology forum held in Moscow on Oct. 6. Dr. Zaidi will deliver his speech and take part in the panel discussion, “Nanotechnology in Manufacturing,” from 3 to 6:45 p.m. MSD tomorrow in Hall 3 of the Moscow Central Exhibition Co

Alcoa Executive to Discuss Aluminum’s Role in Sustainable Building Design at Metalcon International Conference and Exhibition

2009-10-01

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alcoa (NYSE:AA) announced today that Eddie Bugg, Director, Sustainable Solutions for Kawneer and Alcoa Building and Construction Systems, will discuss aluminum’s role in sustainable building design at METALCON International 2009 next week in Tampa, Florida. Bugg’s presentation, “Aluminum and Sustainable Building Design”, will be held on Monday, October 5, 2009, from 1:00 – 2:30 p.m. It is sponsored by the U.S. Aluminum Association, where h

2009 Alcoa Worldwide Month of Service: Alcoa Employees Prepare to Set New Volunteering Record

2009-09-30

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--This month, Alcoa (NYSE:AA) employees across the globe are expected to set a new volunteering record, as close to a third of the company’s more than 60,000 employees gear-up to make a difference during the company’s annual Worldwide Month of Service. Now in its fourth year, Alcoa’s Month of Service is a month-long event that mobilizes Alcoa’s global workforce to make a positive impact in their local communities, while also recognizing employees

Alcoa Recognized for Recruiting and Retaining Diverse Workforce

2009-09-29

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alcoa (NYSE:AA) announced today that it is the first Metals and Mining company to achieve a top rating of 100 in the 2010 Corporate Equality Index and Best Places to Work Survey for its efforts in recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce. The index rates 590 businesses on a scale from 0 to 100 based on several criterion, including diversity training, transgender and partner health benefits and insurance, employer-sponsored and supported employee resource groups, an

Alcoa Foundation Joins Forces with GLOBE to Help Make Today's Youth Environmentally Aware

2009-09-29

AMSTERDAM--(BUSINESS WIRE)--GLOBE Europe & Eurasia and the Alcoa Foundation today announced a joint program that will help enlarge GLOBE Europe's reach and impact by further developing its environment tracking network for European youngsters. Financial support for the program will be provided through a $76,000 donation from the Alcoa Foundation and will cover all European countries in which GLOBE currently is active. Measuring impact “GLOBE is all about creating environmental and susta

Alcoa Announces Third Quarter 2009 Dividend

2009-09-25

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Board of Directors of Alcoa (NYSE:AA) declared (a) a quarterly common stock dividend of 3 cents per share payable November 25, 2009 to shareholders of record at the close of business on November 6, 2009 and (b) a quarterly dividend of 93.75 cents per share on Alcoa’s $3.75 cumulative preferred stock payable January 1, 2010 to shareholders of record at the close of business on December 11, 2009. Alcoa has paid a quarterly dividend on its common stock for more

Alcoa and Exal Combine Efforts to Promote Water Purification System New Technology to Be Unveiled at G-20 Summit

2009-09-21

PITTSBURGH & YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alcoa (NYSE: AA), the world leader in the production and management of primary aluminum, and Exal Corporation, the world’s leading manufacturer of specialized aluminum packaging, have joined together to help promote newly developed water purification technology set to be introduced prior to the G-20 Summit. The event will be held at the Carnegie Science Center starting at 12:00 noon on Wednesday, September 23. With aluminum supplied by Alcoa,

Alcoa’s AWAC Opens Juruti Bauxite Mine in Brazil

2009-09-15

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--As part of Alcoa’s (NYSE:AA) ongoing effort to continually move its global primary products operations down the cost curve, Alcoa today commissioned the opening of its new bauxite operations in Juruti, Brazil. The Juruti operations, which are part of the Alcoa World Alumina and Chemicals (AWAC) joint venture with Alumina Limited in which Alcoa holds a 60 percent share, consist of a port facility, a mine and a 50 kilometer rail system to the port. Initial output a

Alcoa Reestablishing an Ecosystem in Australia, One Million Plants at a Time

2009-09-14

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alcoa’s (NYSE:AA) Australia Operations have been recognized by national and international organizations as a world leader in mine site rehabilitation for its long term management of the ecosystem. Once again, Alcoa has demonstrated its leadership after growing its one millionth plant at its state-of-the-art laboratory near Perth, Australia. Mine site rehabilitation is a complex and scientific process and some plant species, which need to be returned to the land d

Alcoa Bohai Sheet Business Inaugurated

2009-09-14

BEIJING & NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--A significant milestone was reached today for Alcoa's (NYSE:AA) growth in China with the inauguration of Alcoa Bohai sheet business at its plant in Qinhuangdao, China. Alcoa China now has the capacity to produce the highest quality aluminum sheet for the printing, transportation, electronics and packaging industries. During the inauguration ceremony that took place at the Bohai plant in Qinhuangdao, Klaus Kleinfeld, Alcoa President and Chief Executive Officer

Alcoa CEO Klaus Kleinfeld Named Chairman of U.S.-Russia Business Council

2009-09-11

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alcoa (NYSE:AA) announced today that President and CEO Klaus Kleinfeld has been appointed Chairman of the U.S.-Russia Business Council (USRBC), effective September 25, 2009. Mr. Kleinfeld succeeds Neville Isdell, who is stepping down following his retirement as Chairman and CEO of the Coca-Cola Company. “There is great potential for cooperation between the U.S. and Russia in many areas, and business plays a key role in helping identify and generate opportunities

Alcoa Re-Aligns Global Primary Products Business to Sustain and Accelerate Improvements, Seize Growth Opportunities

2009-09-03

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alcoa (NYSE:AA) announced today a re-alignment of its Global Primary Products (GPP) business organization that will sustain and accelerate the many improvements the operations have made, and seize growth opportunities as the economy recovers. Effective immediately, John Thuestad, 49, has been named to the new position of Chief Operating Officer for GPP Worldwide, reporting to Bernt Reitan, Alcoa Executive Vice President and President GPP. Thuestad was formerly Presiden

Alcoa Named Component of Dow Jones Sustainability Index for Eighth Consecutive Year

2009-09-03

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alcoa (NYSE:AA) announced today that it has been selected for the eighth consecutive year as a component of the Dow Jones Sustainability Indexes (DJSI). The DJSI follow a best-in-class approach and include sustainability leaders from industries worldwide and serve as an important guide for investors to assess a company’s sustainability portfolio. Selection to the indices is based on a thorough analysis of a company’s economic, environmental and social perfo

Alcoa Introduces New Web Tool that Compares the Economics of Aluminum and Steel Wheels for Truck Fleets

2009-08-27

CLEVELAND--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alcoa (NYSE:AA) announced today that its Alcoa Wheel and Transportation Products business today introduced CalcuLighter™, http://www.alcoa.com/calculighter, an easy-to-use on-line tool, for truck fleet and owner-operators. CalcuLighter™ provides exact financial data comparing steel and aluminum wheel alternatives. Site visitors can quickly compare steel duals versus aluminum duals or wide base wheels, or aluminum duals compared to wide base, simply by ente

Alcoa Reinforces Its Pittsburgh Roots of 120 Years in Advance of G-20 Summit

2009-08-25

PITTSBURGH--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alcoa today announced initiatives to help Pittsburgh and the Company prepare for the G-20 Summit. The Company’s engineers are fixing the iconic fountain at Point State Park, Alcoa employee volunteers will clean up a 2-mile stretch of the Allegheny River and the Company is installing the Alcoa logo atop its environmentally-friendly building on the North Shore, These initiatives are intended to help make a positive first impression on the G-20 visitors as they en

Alcoa Completes Deal to Acquire Bauxite and Alumina Interests in Suriname

2009-07-31

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alcoa (NYSE:AA) today announced that Alcoa World Alumina LLC has completed its previously announced transaction to acquire BHP Billiton’s bauxite and alumina refining interests in

Alcoa Names Chief Legal and Compliance Officer

2009-07-28

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alcoa (NYSE:AA) announced today the appointment of Nicholas DeRoma as Executive Vice President, Chief Legal & Compliance Officer, effective August 3, 2009. In addition to leading

Alcoa Partners with CIMC in China to Develop Energy-Efficient, Sustainable Aluminum Fuel Tanker Trailer

2009-07-28

NEW YORK & CHINA--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alcoa (NYSE:AA) and CIMC Vehicles (Shandong) Co., Ltd., a leading specialty truck manufacturer in China, announced today that they have formed a strategic partnership, to design and

Alcoa Celebrates 50 Years on the Dow at Ringing of New York Stock Exchange Opening Bell

2009-07-27

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alcoa Chairman, Alain Belda, and CEO, Klaus Kleinfeld, rang the opening bell of the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) this morning, commemorating Alcoa’s 50 years as a component of the Dow

Alcoa Announces Second Quarter 2009 Dividend

2009-07-24

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Board of Directors of Alcoa (NYSE:AA) declared (a) a quarterly common stock dividend of 3 cents per share payable August 25, 2009 to shareholders of record at the close of business on

Alcoa Launches Seventeen-Inch Classic Dually Wheels

2009-07-15

CLEVELAND--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alcoa Automotive Wheels, a Cleveland, Ohio based business unit of Alcoa, Inc., today announced the extension of their Classic aftermarket catalog to include new seventeen-inch dually

Alcoa Second Quarter 2009 Results – Solid Cash Performance

2009-07-08

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alcoa (NYSE: AA) today announced it generated cash from operations in the second quarter of 2009 of $328 million, a $599 million improvement from the first quarter. This improvement was

Worldwide Accolade for Alcoa Technology

2009-07-07

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alcoa (NYSE:AA) announced today that one of the world’s most prestigious engineering accolades has been awarded to Vince Dooley of Alcoa’s global refining research and development

Tim Myers to Lead Alcoa’s Wheel and Transportation Products Business

2009-07-01

CLEVELAND--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alcoa (NYSE:AA) announced today that effective immediately Tim D. Myers, 43, has been named President, Alcoa Wheel and Transportation Products, with responsibility for forged wheels and

Alcoa’s Kawneer Business Introduces AA®3350 ISOPORT® Window Designed to Enhance Energy Efficiency

2009-06-30

NORCROSS, Ga.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alcoa (NYSE:AA) announced today that its Kawneer business, the leading manufacturer of architectural aluminum building products and systems for commercial construction, introduced its

Alcoa Names Kevin Kramer to New Position as President, Growth Initiatives

2009-06-30

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alcoa (NYSE:AA) announced today that Kevin B. Kramer, 49, has been named to the newly created position of President, Growth Initiatives. In this role, he is responsible for supporting

Alcoa Continues Penetration in Oil and Gas Market; Alcoa and Cameron Announce Joint Collaboration on Oil and Gas Projects

2009-06-29

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alcoa (NYSE:AA) announced today that it has signed a development agreement with Cameron to commercialize aluminum drilling riser systems for offshore oil and gas exploration and

Alcoa Expands Position in Oil and Gas Market; Agrees to Purchase Intellectual Property from Noble for Welded Aluminum Risers

2009-06-25

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alcoa (NYSE:AA) announced today that it has reached an agreement with Noble Corporation to acquire Noble’s intellectual property pertaining to welded aluminum risers used in offshore

Alcoa Russia’s Samara Plant Launches New Coating Line for Aluminum Sheet

2009-06-24

SAMARA, Russia--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alcoa Russia’s Samara Plant today commissioned a new state-of-the-art coating line for production of high-quality coated sheet used in the packaging market for aluminum soft drink

Alcoa Completes Divestiture of Wire Harness and Electrical Distribution Business To Platinum Equity

2009-06-15

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alcoa (NYSE:AA) announced today that it has completed the divestiture of its wire harness and electrical distribution business to Platinum Equity, a California-based private equity

Alcoa Fastening Systems Expands into Casablanca, Morocco

2009-06-11

TORRANCE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alcoa Fastening Systems (AFS) announced today that it is continuing its global growth strategy and has completed the acquisition of assets from Demicron SNC, which will be integrated

Matthew Garth Named Head of Alcoa Investor Relations

2009-06-10

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alcoa (NYSE:AA) announced that effective immediately Matthew Garth, 35, has been appointed Director, Investor Relations. Mr. Garth was most recently Director, Alcoa Corporate Treasury,

AIAS and Kawneer Announce 2009 Student Design Competition

2009-06-09

WASHINGTON & NORCROSS, Ga.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alcoa, The American Institute of Architecture Students (AIAS) and Kawneer Company, Inc. announced today the fourth annual national student design competition. Sponsored by

Alcoa President and CEO Klaus Kleinfeld to Present at Sanford C. Bernstein Strategic Decisions Conference

2009-05-28

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alcoa (NYSE:AA) announced today that Klaus Kleinfeld, President and CEO, will speak to investors and securities analysts at the 2009 Sanford C. Bernstein Strategic Decisions Conference on

Alcoa Supports the Illinois Army National Guard Recycling Program

2009-05-28

PITTSBURGH--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alcoa (NYSE:AA) announced today that more than 50 U.S. Army National Guard facilities in Illinois, through support from the Illinois Recycling Association, will enhance their recycling

Sustainable Architectural Aluminum Products From Alcoa’s Kawneer Business Contribute to Energy Efficiency of Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh of UPMC

2009-05-12

PITTSBURGH--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alcoa (NYSE:AA) announced today that a range of its Kawneer architectural aluminum products are contributing to the “green” campus of the newly constructed $625 million

Alumina Production at Suriname Refinery to be Curtailed by 870,000 Metric Tons

2009-05-05

PARANAM, Suriname--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Suriname Aluminum Company LLC (Suralco) today announced that production at the Paranam, Suriname alumina refinery was being curtailed by approximately 40% or 870,000 metric tons per

Alcoa Agrees to Sell Its Wire Harness and Electrical Distribution Business to Platinum Equity

2009-04-30

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alcoa (NYSE:AA) announced today that it has agreed to sell its wire harness and electrical distribution business to Platinum Equity, a California-based private equity group. The terms of the

Alcoa, BHP Billiton Reach Agreement in Principle; Alcoa’s Suralco To Acquire Joint Venture Interests of BHP Billiton in Suriname

2009-04-29

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alcoa World Alumina LLC and Billiton Suriname Holdings B.V. have reached an agreement in principle where Suriname Aluminum Company LLC (Suralco), an Alcoa subsidiary, will acquire the bauxite

Alcoa Announces Winners of 2008 Tier 1 Core Truckload Carriers Awards

2009-04-27

KNOXVILLE, Tenn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alcoa (NYSE:AA) announced today the results of its Tier 1 Core Truckload Carrier Awards Program for 2008. The award program recognizes a select group of Tier 1 U.S. and Canadian

Lamborghini Selects Alcoa Wheels for Murciélago LP 670-4 SuperVeloce

2009-04-23

CLEVELAND--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alcoa Auto Wheels has been selected by Automobili Lamborghini to supply lightweight wheels for the Murciélago LP 670-4 SuperVeloce (SV). The forged aluminum wheels reduce un-sprung

Alcoa Transportation Products Wins 2009 Automotive News PACE Award

2009-04-22

CLEVELAND--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alcoa Transportation Products was awarded a 2009 Automotive News PACE Award. The prestigious award recognizes automotive suppliers for superior innovation, technological advancement and

Alcoa Volunteers Set to Contribute to a More Sustainable Future

2009-04-22

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--As the world celebrates Earth Day, fifteen Alcoa (NYSE:AA) employees are preparing to contribute to help unlock solutions to some of the biggest sustainability challenges of our time,

Alcoa Announces Ratified Contract Extension with UAW Local 1050

2009-04-19

CLEVELAND--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alcoa (AA) announced today that members of the United Auto Workers Local 1050 at the company’s Cleveland Works facility have ratified a two-year extension of their current labor

Alcoa’s 2008 Sustainability Report Details Commitment to Communities, Customers and Shareholders

2009-04-14

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alcoa (NYSE:AA) announced today the release of its 2008 Corporate Sustainability Report, an annual account of the company’s global environmental, social, and economic performance. The

Alcoa Kawneer Introduces New Institutional Solutions Brochure Demonstrating Its Capabilities for Education, Healthcare and Public Buildings

2009-04-13

NORCROSS, Ga.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alcoa’s Kawneer business, the leading manufacturer of architectural aluminum building products and systems for commercial construction, has introduced a new institutional solutions

Alcoa Reports 1st Quarter 2009 Results

2009-04-07

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alcoa (NYSE: AA) today reported a 27 percent sequential drop in revenue resulting in a loss of $480 million for the first quarter of 2009, reflecting the impact of the economic downturn on

NYPA, Alcoa Partner to Save Hundreds of Jobs at Massena, NY Operations Despite Major Production Curtailment

2009-03-31

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--In an innovative example of a private corporation and a public entity partnering to retain jobs during the economic downturn, the New York Power Authority (NYPA) and Alcoa (NYSE:AA), the

Alcoa Completes Exchange with ORKLA ASA For 2 Norwegian Smelters and Anode Plant

2009-03-31

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alcoa (NYSE:AA) today announced it has completed its exchange of stakes with ORKLA ASA for its Elkem Norwegian smelting partnership, which includes aluminum smelters in Lista and Mosjoen, as

Webinar Offers Energy-Saving Architectural Solutions

2009-03-30

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alcoa (NYSE:AA) announced today that an upcoming webinar co-sponsored by Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory and Alcoa’s Kawneer architectural aluminum products business will provide

Alcoa Announces Successful Pricing on Common Stock and Convertible Debt Offerings

2009-03-19

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alcoa Inc. (NYSE: AA) today announced that it has successfully priced its public offerings of common stock and convertible notes. The offerings were made pursuant to the Company's

Alcoa Launches Innovative Wheel Line for Trucking Customers Facing Economic Downturn

2009-03-18

PITTSBURGH--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alcoa (NYSE: AA) today announced that its Commercial Vehicle Wheels business has launched an innovative new line of forged wheels using a new proprietary process that results in the

Alcoa Dura-Bright® Wheels Prominent at NASCAR Shelby 427

2009-03-18

LAS VEGAS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The NASCAR Sprint Cup Series Shelby 427 race held recently at Las Vegas Motor Speedway was led by a pack of Shelby pace cars fitted with forged aluminum wheels featuring Alcoa’s

Alcoa Takes Decisive Action: Cost Structure Improved and Liquidity Reinforced

2009-03-16

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alcoa (NYSE:AA) announced today a series of operational and financial actions to significantly improve the Company’s cost structure and liquidity. The operational actions will reduce

FORTUNE Names Alcoa Most Admired Metals Company

2009-03-09

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alcoa (NYSE:AA) is the world’s most admired metals company according to Fortune magazine’s annual survey of the World’s Most Admired Companies. On newsstands starting

Alcoa Continues Commitment to Communities

2009-02-23

PITTSBURGH--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alcoa (NYSE:AA) and Alcoa Foundation have confirmed a continued commitment to corporate citizenship and community sustainability amidst the economic downturn, reporting 2008 community

Alcoa Continues to Reduce Greenhouse Gas Emissions in Primary Aluminum Production Through Operational Excellence

2009-02-16

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alcoa (NYSE:AA) announced today that it continues its leadership position on climate change by achieving a 36 percent reduction in total direct greenhouse gas emissions in 2008 from its

Alcoa Forms Strategic Cooperation Agreement with Henan Province in China on Aluminum Projects

2009-02-12

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alcoa (NYSE:AA) announced today that it has formed a strategic cooperation agreement with the People’s Government of Henan Province in China to jointly establish world class

Exit of Shining Prospect to Improve Alcoa Balance Sheet

2009-02-12

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alcoa today announced it is exiting the Shining Prospect special purpose vehicle formed together with Chinalco to purchase shares in Rio Tinto plc. Alcoa will receive a total of $1.021

Alcoa Inc. and Aluminum Corporation of China ("Chinalco") to Explore Strategic Ventures

2009-02-12

BEIJING & NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Chinalco and Alcoa jointly announced today that the two companies intend to explore opportunities to expand their commercial relationship by identifying strategic ventures that will

Alcoa Sites Around the World Featured in Discovery Channel Program on How Aluminum is Made

2009-01-30

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--When Discovery Channel wanted to better understand aluminum, one of the world’s most recyclable materials, for its new television series, “How Stuff Works,” they came to

Alcoa Fastening Systems Announces Successful Deployment of Trolley-Tray Fastener Kitting System

2009-01-29

TORRANCE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alcoa Fastening Systems (AFS) announced today the successful deployment of its unique Trolley-Tray fastener kitting system at the new Airbus A320 Final Assembly Line (FAL) in Tianjin,

Alcoa Again Named One of the World's Most Sustainable Corporations at Davos

2009-01-29

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alcoa (NYSE:AA) announced today that it was named as one of the most sustainable corporations in the world in the fifth annual Global 100 ranking of the top role models in sustainable

Alcoa Continues Leadership Position in International Ethical Reputation Ranking

2009-01-26

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alcoa (NYSE:AA) announced today that it has achieved the top ranking in the Basic Resource category of the 2008 Covalence Ethical Ranking, a methodology that gauges the reputation of

Alcoa Announces Dividend

2009-01-23

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Board of Directors of Alcoa (NYSE:AA) declared (a) a quarterly common stock dividend of 17 cents per share payable February 25, 2009 to shareholders of record at the close of business on

Alcoa in Launch of USCAP Blueprint for Legislative Action, a Landmark Climate Protection Initiative

2009-01-15

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--As a founding member of the U.S. Climate Action Partnership (USCAP), Alcoa (NYSE:AA) joined with other corporate and environmental organizations today in launching the Blueprint for

Alcoa, NY Governor Paterson, and NYPA Finalize Power Contract For Massena Operations

2009-01-13

PITTSBURGH--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alcoa (NYSE:AA) today announced it hosted New York Governor David A. Paterson to celebrate finalization of a 30-year hydropower contract to supply the company’s two aluminum smelters

Alcoa Reports 4th Quarter 2008 Results

2009-01-12

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alcoa (NYSE: AA) today reported its fourth quarter 2008 results which include the impact of an historic decline in metal prices; weak end markets; and restructuring, impairment, and other

Alcoa Taking Decisive Action to Address Economic Downturn

2009-01-06

PITTSBURGH--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alcoa (NYSE:AA) today detailed a series of specific actions to conserve cash, reduce costs and strengthen the Company’s competitiveness during the current economic downturn. Building

Alcoa and ORKLA ASA Agree to Exchange Equity Stakes

2008-12-22

PITTSBURGH--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alcoa (NYSE:AA) today announced it has agreed with ORKLA ASA (Orkla) to exchange their stakes in a Norwegian smelting partnership and a Swedish extrusion joint venture in order to focus on

Alcoa, Hydro Québec Sign Power Agreements Through 2040

2008-12-19

MONTRÉAL--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alcoa (NYSE:AA) today announced that it has finalized new power agreements in Quebec through 2040. The agreements will supply clean, renewable energy to all three of the Company’s

GM Selects Alcoa Forged Aluminum Wheels for Chevy Volt

2008-12-19

CLEVELAND--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alcoa Automotive Wheels, a division of Alcoa Wheel and Transportation Products, announced today that it has been awarded the wheel program for the Chevy Volt extended-range electric vehicle.

Products from Alcoa’s Kawneer Business Earn Cradle-to-Cradle Certification

2008-12-11

NORCROSS, Ga.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alcoa (NYSE:AA) announced today that its Kawneer North America business, the leading manufacturer of architectural aluminum products and systems for the commercial construction

50,000 Helped as Alcoa Employees Make a Difference in Challenging Economic Times During 2008 Alcoa Worldwide Month of Service

2008-12-05

PITTSBURGH--(BUSINESS WIRE)--On International Volunteer Day, Alcoa CEO and President Klaus Kleinfeld congratulated the record number of 22,000 Alcoa employees who came together in almost 700 separate service events as

Alcoa Announces Winner of “Count the Can” Contest Held at GreenBuild

2008-12-04

PITTSBURGH--(BUSINESS WIRE)--When Michael Schwartz, an Eco-Solutionist for Waste Management, Inc.’s Green Squad unit, attended the Greenbuild Conference and Expo in Boston a couple of weeks ago, his goal was to

Alcoa Transportation Products Celebrates Finalist Status In 2009 Automotive News PACE Award Competition

2008-11-25

CLEVELAND--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alcoa Transportation Products is a finalist in the prestigious 2009 Automotive News PACE Award competition. The 15th annual PACE (Premier Automotive Suppliers’ Contribution to

Alcoa Features Aluminum Solutions for Building and Construction Industry at Greenbuild 2008

2008-11-18

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alcoa (NYSE:AA) announced today that it is featuring numerous examples of how green buildings start with Alcoa aluminum at the Greenbuild International Conference and Expo, which starts today

Aluminum Provides Sustainable Future for Automotive Market

2008-11-17

DETROIT--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Thirty years of uninterrupted growth – largely at the expense of iron and steel – confirms that automotive aluminum is a cost-effective solution, especially when considering the

Alcoa Chairman Alain Belda Honored By Asia Society for Environmental Leadership

2008-11-14

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alcoa (NYSE:AA) announced today that Alcoa Chairman Alain Belda was honored by the Asia Society this week for his environmental leadership, including Alcoa

Patricia F. Russo Appointed to Alcoa Board of Directors

2008-11-13

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alcoa (NYSE:AA) announced today that its board of directors has appointed Patricia F. Russo, 56, a director of the company effective immediately. Ms. Russo is the

Alcoa to Curtail Additional 350,000 mtpy of Aluminum Production Across Its Global Smelting System

2008-11-10

PITTSBURGH--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alcoa (NYSE:AA) today announced it will curtail an additional 350,000 metric tons per year (mtpy) of aluminum production beginning immediately. Last month the

NASA Certifies Alcoa as Sole Supplier of Al-Li Alloy for Ares 1

2008-11-07

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alcoa (NYSE:AA) announced today that NASA has certified its Davenport, Iowa, facility as the only supplier in the U.S. to produce aluminum-lithium alloy 2195 thin

Shining Prospect's Rio Shares Transferred

2008-11-04

PITTSBURGH--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alcoa (NYSE:AA) today announced the shares held in Rio Tinto plc by Alcoa and Chinalco, which were held under a custodian agreement with Lehman Brothers

Alcoa Achieves One-Year Milestone with Honda

2008-11-04

CLEVELAND--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alcoa Forged and Cast Products announced today a one-year milestone in contributing to the success and sleekness of Honda’s most

Alcoa Recognized for Innovation and Excellence for Carbon Capture Technology

2008-10-28

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alcoa (NYSE:AA) announced today that its Kwinana alumina refinery in Australia was recognized for excellence in the Australian mining industry when it was named

Alcoa to Reduce Production at Pt. Comfort, TX Refinery 25%

2008-10-23

PITTSBURGH--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alcoa (NYSE:AA) today announced it will reduce production at its Point Comfort, Texas alumina refinery by approximately 25 percent, or a reduction of

Alcoa Supplies Spaceframe for Ferrari California

2008-10-23

CLEVELAND--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alcoa Wheel and Transportation Products announced today that it has been selected by Ferrari S.p.A. to supply the all-aluminum spaceframe for the upcoming Ferrari

Chrysler LLC's Street and Racing Technology (SRT) Selects Alcoa's Dura-Bright(R) Technology for Dodge Viper and Jeep(R) Grand Cherokee

2008-10-21

CLEVELAND--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alcoa Automotive Wheels, a division of Alcoa Wheel and Transportation Products, announced today that it has been awarded platform placement of Dura-Bright

Alcoa Fully Expects Shining Prospect Shares in Rio Tinto plc to be Moved Smoothly

2008-10-17

PITTSBURGH--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alcoa (NYSE:AA) said today it expects its joint shareholding in Rio Tinto to be transferred promptly and smoothly from a custodial account with Lehman

Alcoa Stays Sustainability Course

2008-10-11

BARCELONA, Spain--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alcoa reaffirmed its commitment to the pursuit of a sustainable future today, drawing a clear connection between environmental sustainability, through

Alcoa Signs Power MOU with Bonneville Power Administration

2008-10-10

PITTSBURGH--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alcoa (NYSE:AA) today announced it has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Bonneville Power Administration (BPA) for a power contract to supply its

Audi Selects Alcoa Wheel's Dura-Bright(R) Technology for New A6

2008-10-10

CLEVELAND--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Audi AG has selected Alcoa to supply forged aluminum wheels with Dura-Bright® technology surface treatment for the new 2009 Audi A6

Alcoa Reports Third Quarter 2008 Results; Taking Action to Preserve Profitability, Liquidity Through the Downturn

2008-10-07

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alcoa (NYSE: AA) today reported third quarter net income of $268 million, or $0.33 per diluted share. The results include a previously announced $31 million

Alcoa Celebrates 120 Years of Innovation

2008-10-01

PITTSBURGH--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alcoa (NYSE:AA), the company that created the modern aluminum industry, today marked its 120th anniversary with the launch of a website (

2008 Alcoa Worldwide Month of Service: Alcoa Employees to Make a Difference Where They Live and Work

2008-09-30

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alcoa (NYSE:AA) announced today that October is the start of the company’s third annual Month of Service (MOS) when more than 16,000 Alcoa

Alcoa to Curtail Remainder of Rockdale, TX Smelter Due to Local Power Supply and Market Conditions

2008-09-30

PITTSBURGH--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alcoa (NYSE:AA) today announced it will curtail the remaining production at its Rockdale, Texas aluminum smelter – comprising

Alcoa Wheel and Transportation Products Announces Partnership with Greater Dayton Regional Transit Authority

2008-09-29

CLEVELAND--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alcoa Wheel and Transportation Products is pleased to announce a partnership with the Greater Dayton Regional Transit Authority, one of the oldest bus fleets in

Alcoa Named to Climate Disclosure Leadership Index for Sixth Consecutive Year; Commended on Quality of Climate Change Disclosure Practice

2008-09-29

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alcoa (NYSE:AA) announced today that it has been named to the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP) Carbon Disclosure Leadership Index for the sixth consecutive year.

Alcoa Board Elects Kurt Waldo Vice President and General Counsel; Alcoa Executives Jake Siewert and Bill O'Rourke Take New Roles

2008-09-25

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alcoa announced today that the Alcoa Board of Directors has elected Kurt Waldo, 53, as Vice President and General Counsel, responsible for leading Alcoa

Alcoa Receives Opening Minds Corporate Leadership Award for its Commitment to Social Responsibility and Conservation and Sustainability

2008-09-24

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alcoa (NYSE:AA) announced today that it was recognized by the Institute of International Education (IIE) for its outstanding commitment to education and corporate

Alcoa Announces Dividend

2008-09-19

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Board of Directors of Alcoa (NYSE:AA) declared (a) a quarterly common stock dividend of 17 cents per share payable November 25, 2008 to shareholders of record

Alcoa and Pew Center on Global Climate Change Launch Make an Impact Climate Change Program

2008-09-18

PITTSBURGH--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Growing concern around the environmental impacts of climate change and rising energy costs has prompted many to question what they can do to take action in their

Alcoa Foundation Aids Victims of Hurricane Ike; Grant to American Red Cross Chapter in Louisiana

2008-09-18

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alcoa Foundation today announced that it has awarded a $100,000 grant to the American Red Cross of Southwest Louisiana to aid victims of last week's widespread

Alcoa Plays Part in Nobel Peace Prize on Climate Change

2008-09-11

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alcoa announced today that four of its employees played a part in the United Nations Organization’s Intergovernmental Panel on

Alcoa Named to Dow Jones Sustainability Index for Seventh Consecutive Year

2008-09-09

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alcoa (NYSE:AA) announced today that it has been selected as a component of the North American Dow Jones Sustainability Index. The inclusion in the index marks the

Alcoa Launches Three New Wheel Lines for Full Size Trucks

2008-09-04

CLEVELAND--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alcoa Automotive Wheels, a Cleveland, Ohio-based business of Alcoa (NYSE:AA), today announced the expansion of their aftermarket catalog to include three new

Alcoa Wheels Teams Up with Hot Wheels on Project Vehicle

2008-08-25

CLEVELAND--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Since 1969, Larry Wood, the Chief Designer for Mattel Toys – Hot Wheels Division, has been the driving force behind the success of

Alcoa Sets Dates for Employee Layoffs at Rockdale Smelter Due to Local Power Issues

2008-08-22

PITTSBURGH--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alcoa (NYSE:AA) today said it has set dates for the layoff of approximately 300 employees at its Rockdale, Texas, aluminum smelter where the company has idled

Alcoa's Lafayette Operations Receives Safety Excellence Award from National Safety Council For Fourth Consecutive Year

2008-08-14

LAFAYETTE, Ind.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alcoa (NYSE:AA) announced today that for the fourth year in a row it’s Lafayette, Indiana, facility was awarded an Occupational

Alcoa Leads in Social Responsibility, Innovation and Quality and Corporate Governance in Annual Ranking of 500 Best Companies in Brazil

2008-08-14

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alcoa (NYSE:AA) announced today that it has taken top honors in Social Responsibility, Innovation and Quality, and Corporate Governance in the Steel and Metallurgy

Alcoa Contributes to a Sustainable 2008 Beijing Olympics

2008-08-06

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alcoa (NYSE:AA) announced today that it is contributing to China’s commitment to a “green

Alcoa's Kawneer Business Puts the Spotlight on Sustainability at Kawneergreen.com

2008-08-05

NORCROSS, Ga.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--As an expression of its long-term commitment to sustainability, Kawneer Company, Inc., the leading manufacturer of architectural aluminum building products

Alcoa Notified of Hart Scott Rodino Filing by Highfields Capital

2008-07-28

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alcoa (NYSE:AA) today announced it received an official notification on Friday, July 25 2008, that Highfields Capital has filed under the Hart Scott Rodino Act its

Alcoa Materials Management Names Top Scrap Suppliers for 2008

2008-07-24

PITTSBURGH--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alcoa (NYSE:AA) announced today that its Materials Management business has named the top ten scrap processors for 2008. Criteria required for top scrap suppliers

Alcoa Launches Alcoa-TV Video Channel on Alcoa.com Website

2008-07-21

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alcoa (NYSE:AA) announced today a new feature for its alcoa.com Website: AlcoaTV, an all-video, YouTube-style microsite that aggregates and lists all streaming

Alcoa Announces Dividend

2008-07-18

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Board of Directors of Alcoa (NYSE:AA) declared (a) a quarterly common stock dividend of 17 cents per share payable August 25, 2008 to shareholders of record at

Alcoa, Yutong Introduce Environmentally-Friendly Buses for Beijing Games

2008-07-17

BEIJING--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alcoa (NYSE:AA), the world’s leading aluminum company, and Zhengzhou Yutong Bus Company (Yutong), China’s

Alcoa's Vacuum Die Casting Process Wins Global Innovation Award from Nissan Motor

2008-07-17

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alcoa (NYSE:AA) announced today that it is the recipient of a Global Innovation Award from Nissan Motor Company for its proprietary vacuum die casting process

Alcoa Reaches New Renewable Power Deal for Wenatchee, WA Smelter

2008-07-15

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alcoa (NYSE:AA) today announced it has reached agreement with the Chelan PUD on a new, clean-energy hydropower contract to supply its Wenatchee, Washington

Alcoa Foundation Assists World Scouting in Launch of World Environment Education Program

2008-07-14

GENEVA--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Scouts from all over the world have traveled to Jeju Island, Korea to attend the 38th World Scouting Conference, which begins today. During

Alcoa Electrical and Electronic Systems to Restructure Honduran and Mexican Operations Serving North American Auto Market

2008-07-11

PITTSBURGH--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alcoa (NYSE:AA) today announced that its Alcoa Electrical and Electronic Systems (AEES) business has initiated a restructuring of its Honduran and Mexican

Alcoa Reports Strong 2nd Quarter 2008 Results; Higher Volume and Pricing Offset Input Cost Pressures

2008-07-08

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alcoa (NYSE: AA) today announced that strong revenue growth in its second quarter 2008 led to an 80 percent increase in profitability compared with the first

Alcoa's Popular Dura-Bright(R) Wheel on Permanent Display In New Transportation Museum

2008-07-07

CLEVELAND--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alcoa (NYSE:AA) announced today that a permanent aluminum wheel display has been placed in the recently opened over-the-road transportation museum, America On

Alcoa Issues 2007 Corporate Sustainability Highlight Report

2008-06-27

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alcoa (NYSE:AA) today announced the release of its 2007 Corporate Sustainability Highlights, which details the company’s global

Alcoa Wins Prestigious Australian National Award for Process Control System that Links Alcoa Alumina Refineries Worldwide

2008-06-25

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--One of the largest process control projects in the world undertaken by Alcoa World Alumina and Honeywell, QUASAR (Quality Automation Solutions in Alumina

Alcoa Chairman Alain Belda Elected to IBM Board of Directors

2008-06-25

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alcoa (NYSE:AA) announced today that Alcoa Chairman Alain Belda was elected to the IBM board of directors, effective July 29, 2008.

Alcoa Announces Cooperation Agreement with Vietnam on Development of Bauxite Mining and Alumina Refineries

2008-06-24

WASHINGTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alcoa (NYSE:AA) today announced the signing of a Cooperation Agreement with Vietnam’s premier minerals development company,

Alcoa Chairman Alain Belda Among Global Executives Calling for G8 to Lead on Climate Change

2008-06-24

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alcoa Chairman Alain Belda joined 99 global business leaders last week in calling for the Group of 8 (G8) leaders to take the lead on climate change and to commit

Alcoa to Temporarily Idle Half of Rockdale, TX Smelter Due to Local Power Supply Issues

2008-06-19

PITTSBURGH--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alcoa (NYSE: AA) today announced it will temporarily idle half the production at its Rockdale, Texas aluminum smelter effective today as a result of ongoing

Alcoa of Australia Declares Force Majeure

2008-06-10

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--As a result of an explosion at Apache Energy's Varanus Island facility, and the disruption of gas supply to its Western Australia facilities, Alcoa of Australia

Alcoa President and CEO Klaus Kleinfeld Presenting at UBS Global Basic Materials Conference

2008-06-05

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alcoa President and CEO Klaus Kleinfeld will speak at the UBS Global Basic Materials Conference on Thursday, June 12, 2008, at 1 p.m. London time (8 a.m. EDT). Mr.

Alcoa Again Named One of the World's Most Ethical Companies

2008-06-05

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alcoa (NYSE:AA) again has been named one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies by Ethisphere, a think-tank dedicated to the

Alcoa and Chinalco Partner to Sponsor Concert Marking 35th Anniversary of the Renewal of Relations Between the U.S. and China

2008-06-02

BEIJING--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alcoa (NYSE:AA) and Alcoa Foundation announced today they have partnered with the Aluminum Corporation of China (Chinalco) to sponsor The Philadelphia

Alcoa Wheel and Transportation Products New Retro Wheel Stands the Test of Time

2008-05-27

CLEVELAND--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alcoa Wheel and Transportation Products, a Cleveland, Ohio-based business unit of Alcoa Inc. has introduced a new wheel with a

Alcoa President and CEO Klaus Kleinfeld to Speak at Sanford Bernstein Strategic Decisions Conference

2008-05-22

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alcoa (NYSE:AA) President and CEO Klaus Kleinfeld will speak at the Sanford Bernstein Strategic Decisions Conference on Thursday, May 29, 2008 at 3:00 p.m. EST at

Alcoa Recognized as Having the Best Safety Performance in the Aluminum Industry

2008-05-20

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alcoa (NYSE:AA) announced today that it was the recipient of the International Aluminium Institute’s award for Best Safety

Greenland Parliament Agrees to 2nd Phase of Joint Studies on Potential Smelter and Hydropower Project

2008-05-13

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alcoa (NYSE:AA) today welcomed the decision taken by the Greenland parliament to advance into a second phase of joint studies with Alcoa into the feasibility of

Alcoa Electrical and Electronic Solutions to Close Operations in Puebla, Mexico and Del Rio, Texas

2008-05-12

PITTSBURGH--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alcoa today announced that its Alcoa Electrical and Electronics Solutions business will close its operations in Puebla, Mexico and its warehouse in Del

Alcoa Board Elects Klaus Kleinfeld President and CEO

2008-05-08

PITTSBURGH--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alcoa's Board of Directors has elected Klaus Kleinfeld, 50, President and Chief Executive Officer of the Company. He succeeds Alain Belda, 64, as CEO. Mr. Belda

Alcoa Team Selected for International Quality Competition

2008-05-05

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alcoa (NYSE:AA) announced today that its Warrick (Indiana) Operations has been selected as a finalist in a prestigious, international competition hosted by the

Ball and Alcoa Help Deliver Latest in Can Innovation

2008-05-02

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alcoa (NYSE:AA), the company that invented the pull-top aluminum can, announced today that it has worked with Ball Corporation and Coors Brewing Company to

Mike Schell to Join Alcoa as Exec VP - Business Development and Law

2008-05-01

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alcoa (NYSE:AA) today announced that J. Michael (“Mike”) Schell will join Alcoa as Executive Vice

Alcoa Foundation Announces Three Strategic Partnerships: ''Partners for Pittsburgh's Future''

2008-04-28

PITTSBURGH--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alcoa (NYSE: AA) announced today that Alcoa Foundation is partnering with three major Pittsburgh organizations—the August Wilson

Alcoa and Delphi Thermal Systems Named Finalist in Prestigious 2008 Automotive News PACE Awards for Novel Aluminum Brazing Sheet Material

2008-04-10

PITTSBURGH & AUBURN HILLS, Mich.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alcoa (NYSE:AA) and Delphi announced today that Alcoa’s North American Rolled Products business and Delphi

Alcoa Advanced Aerospace Alloys and Materials Used on China's First Home-Produced Regional Jet, ARJ21-700

2008-04-08

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alcoa (NYSE:AA) announced today that several Alcoa-developed high-performance alloys and products produced from Alcoa operations worldwide are used on China

Alcoa Reports Strong First Quarter 2008 Results In Face of Challenging Economic Conditions

2008-04-07

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alcoa (NYSE: AA) today announced first quarter 2008 income from continuing operations of $303 million, or $0.37 per diluted share, versus $624 million, or $0.74

Donna Dabney Elected Alcoa Vice President

2008-03-28

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alcoa (NYSE: AA) announced today that its Board of Directors has elected Donna Dabney a vice president of the corporation. She has served as Alcoa Corporate

Alcoa Wheel and Transportation Products Proudly Celebrates 60 Years of Innovation

2008-03-27

CLEVELAND--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alcoa Wheel and Transportation Products, a Cleveland, Ohio-based business unit of Alcoa Inc. (NYSE:AA) announces the kick-off of its 60th

Alcoa Announces Winners of 2007 Tier 1 Core Truckload Carriers Awards

2008-03-24

KNOXVILLE, Tenn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alcoa (NYSE:AA) announced today the results of its Tier 1 Core Truckload Carrier Awards Program for 2007. The award program recognizes a select group of

Alcoa Announces Dividend

2008-03-14

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Board of Directors of Alcoa (NYSE:AA) declared (a) a quarterly common stock dividend of 17 cents per share payable May 25, 2008 to shareholders of record at

Alcoa Acquires Two Aerospace Fastener Businesses to Bolster its Growing Aerospace Portfolio

2008-03-12

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alcoa Inc. (NYSE:AA) announced today it has acquired Republic Fastener Manufacturing Corporation (“Republic

Kenneth Wisnoski Named President of Alcoa Business Responsible for Primary Product Growth, Bauxite, Energy and Africa

2008-03-10

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alcoa (NYSE:AA) announced today that effective immediately Kenneth Wisnoski, 53, has been named President, Global Primary Products –

Alcoa Named to FORTUNE Magazine's Most Admired List for 25th Consecutive Year

2008-03-10

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--For the 25th year in a row, Alcoa (NYSE:AA) has been named to FORTUNE Magazine’s

Alcoa Launches New Website on Aluminum Beverage Can Recycling - a Part of the Clean Air Solution

2008-03-07

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alcoa (NYSE:AA) announced today that it has launched a new corporate recycling website detailing how aluminum recycling is part of the clean air solution.

Alcoa Employees to Help Scientists Study Critical Environmental Issues

2008-03-06

PITTSBURGH--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alcoa (NYSE: AA) announced today that 15 of its employees will assist in scientific field research expeditions around the world this year through a partnership

Aluminum Can Help Transportation Industry Meet Sustainability Objectives

2008-03-05

PITTSBURGH--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Aluminum is part of the solution to improve the sustainability of the transport industry. That was the key message given by Randall Scheps, Alcoa

Alcoa, Government of Quebec Reach New Renewable Power Agreement For Three Smelters in Province

2008-03-04

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alcoa (NYSE:AA) today announced it has reached an agreement with the government of Quebec on a new, renewable energy contract to supply all three of the

Alcoa Combines Wheel Products and Auto and Truck Business into New Business Unit; Kevin Kramer Named President of the New Business Unit

2008-03-03

CLEVELAND--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alcoa (NYSE:AA) announced today that it has combined its Wheel Products business with its Auto and Truck Structures business to form a new business unit, called

Alcoa Completes Sale of Packaging and Consumer Businesses To New Zealand's Rank Group

2008-02-29

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alcoa (NYSE:AA) today announced it has completed the sale of its packaging and consumer businesses to New Zealand’s Rank Group

Alcoa and Alcoa Foundation Support Brazil Amazon Education Program for New York Public Schools as Part of Sponsorship of Amazonia Brasil Exhibition

2008-02-26

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alcoa announced today that through an Alcoa and Alcoa Foundation supported program, New York City teachers will participate in Amazônia

Alcoa and Alcoa Foundation Report 2007 Philanthropic Giving of $49 Million in Alcoa Communities Worldwide

2008-02-25

PITTSBURGH--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alcoa (NYSE:AA) and Alcoa Foundation, one of the largest corporate foundation in the

Significant Modernization Project at Alcoa Operations in Hungary Completed

2008-02-21

SZEKESFEHERVAR, Hungary & NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alcoa (NYSE:AA) today announced the completion of a US$83 million, (Euro 70 million), major modernization investment project at Alcoa-K

Alcoa Inc. Partners with Chinalco to Acquire a 12% Stake in Rio Tinto

2008-02-01

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alcoa Inc. (NYSE: AA) announced today that it is partnering with Aluminum Corporation of China (“Chinalco

Kawneer Launches 2008 Sustainability Campaign: ''Every Day You Make a Choice, Make a Choice That Counts''

2008-01-31

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alcoa (NYSE:AA) announced today that its Kawneer business, the leading manufacturer of architectural aluminum building products and systems for commercial

Alcoa and Brunei Economic Development Board Sign Agreement to Extend Feasibility Studies to Establish a Modern Aluminum Industry in Brunei Darussalam; Youth and Small Business Development Program Announced

2008-01-29

NEW YORK & BANDAR SERI BEGAWAN, Brunei Darussalam--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alcoa (NYSE:AA) and the Brunei Economic Development Board (BEDB) yesterday signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to enable

Alcoa Again Named One of the World's Most Sustainable Companies at Davos

2008-01-28

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alcoa (NYSE:AA) was named as one of the most sustainable corporations in the world in the fourth annual Global 100 ranking of the top role models in sustainable

Alcoa Sets Goal to Raise North American Aluminum Beverage Can Recycling Rate from 52% to 75% by 2015

2008-01-22

PITTSBURGH--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alcoa (NYSE:AA) announced today that it has established a goal to raise the industry’s used beverage can (UBC) recycling rate in

Alcoa Appoints Two New Directors; Stan O'Neal and Michael G. Morris to Join Company Board of Directors

2008-01-18

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alcoa (NYSE:AA) announced today that the board of directors has appointed Stan O’Neal, 56, former chairman and CEO of Merrill

Alcoa Announces Dividend

2008-01-18

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Board of Directors of Alcoa (NYSE:AA) declared (a) a quarterly common stock dividend of 17 cents per share payable February 25, 2008 to shareholders of record

Alcoa Names Tony Thene Vice President and Controller; Greg Aschman to Head Investor Relations

2008-01-18

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alcoa (NYSE:AA) announced today that Tony R. Thene, 47, has been elected by the company’s board of directors as vice president and

Alcoa Takes Action on Climate Change; Becomes Founding Reporter of The Climate Registry

2008-01-15

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alcoa (NYSE:AA) announced today that it has become a Founding Reporter on The Climate Change Registry, a non-profit organization that measures and publicly reports

Alcoa Foundation Awards Grant to SC Nature Conservancy to Fund Restoration of Oyster Reefs

2008-01-10

CHARLESTON, S.C.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alcoa (NYSE:AA) announced today that the Alcoa Foundation has awarded a $200,000 grant to the South Carolina Nature Conservancy to initiate a multi-year

Alcoa 2007 Revenues, Income and Cash From Operations Highest in Company's History

2008-01-09

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alcoa (NYSE: AA) today announced it achieved record results in revenues, income from continuing operations and cash from operations for the full year 2007.