The 26th ARABAL Conference, held in Dubai, UAE from 4–6 November 2025, marked a milestone as the Gulf Aluminium Council (GAC) hosted the event for the first time. Representing CRU, Paul Williams, Head of Aluminium Value Chain, and Zaid Aljanabi, Head of Aluminium Products, contributed to the dialogue with insights designed to help industry players navigate a rapidly evolving market.
At this year ARABAL Conference, CRU’s team brought a strong focus on the evolving dynamics of supply, demand, and policy with a practical lens on how these forces shape value chains. In the Market Outlook session, chaired by Nadine Bloxsome, CEO of the Aluminium Federation of UK, Paul Williams shared CRU’s views on where the market is headed, followed by an interactive Q&A that drew a high level of engagement from attendees. The session was well received, underscoring the value of CRU’s analytical framework in translating complex shifts into actionable implications for businesses across the aluminium ecosystem.
Contact us to explore how CRU’s thought leadership can help your business navigate aluminium market dynamics, policy shifts, and strategic planning in a volatile environment.
