IAI Secretary General Ron Knapp welcomed the news of Mr Volynets' appointment. “The Institute looks forward to Artem’s leadership as the industry is facing the tough consequences of the global economic downturn. We are confident that his industry knowledge and experience will be highly instrumental for our members in resolving the matters of common concern and encouraging an early realization of the prospects of this healthy, safe and environmentally sound metal.”

Commenting on the appointment Artem Volynets said, “It’s a great honour and challenge for me to step up as the Chairman of the International Aluminium Institute at this crucial moment of the industry history.  The sustainable future of this uniquely valuable material is now at stake and I see my role in ensuring that aluminium has a solid platform to fully realize its potential and grow on the global metal arena with renewed strength.”

About UC RUSAL

United Company RUSAL (www.rusal.com) is the global leader in the aluminium industry, accounting for approximately 12% and 15% of global production of aluminium and alumina respectively. UC RUSAL sells its products in 70 countries worldwide and employs 90,000 people in 19 countries, across 5 continents.

About International Aluminium Institute (IAI)

The IAI (www.world-aluminium.org) is the global forum of aluminium producers, dedicated to the sustainable production, use and recycling of aluminium products. The Institute has 25 Member companies. Together IAI Member Companies represent more than 80% of world alumina and primary aluminium production and a significant volume of recycled metal production.

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