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🌿 This week, QAL proudly sponsored the BIEEC STEM-Tacular Girls camp, supporting 46 successful applicants through a transformative 5-day STEM program. Katie Genn, Acting Specialist – Energy & Soda representing QAL, delivered the opening address following General Manager, Trent Scherer's official camp commencement This year, Katie was joined by Brooke Thomas, QAL Environment Undergraduate to lead students through a hands-on session on water filtration at the Boyne Island duck pond, enriching the girls' experience with practical knowledge and sharing her own path in STEM. We extend our gratitude to all staff involved in the BIEEC STEM Camp, whose dedication and contributions ensured a rewarding and successful event. #qal #STEMeducation #GirlsinSTEM #sponsorship

Queensland: A Powerhouse in Bauxite and Aluminium Production 🌏 Exciting news from the Resources and Energy Quarterly report for June! Queensland has reaffirmed its position as a leading player in the bauxite and aluminium sector. Over the past year, Queensland has mined more than 40 million tonnes of bauxite, representing 39% of Australia’s total output. In addition, the state's export of bauxite, alumina, and aluminium reached nearly $5 billion, marking a 17% increase from the previous year. The demand for higher value-added aluminium products is surging, driven by their crucial role in renewable energy and battery technologies. To meet this growing demand, Queensland is set to become the site of the world's largest High Purity Alumina (HPA) refinery. Alpha HPA will begin constructing its state-of-the-art facility in Gladstone later this year, supported by the $170 million Queensland Critical Minerals and Battery Technology Fund. Additionally, the Commonwealth Government is contributing $400 million in loans to support this transformative project. #Queensland #Bauxite #Aluminium #CriticalMinerals #RenewableEnergy #BatteryTechnology #Innovation

In our latest episode of Crafted with Capral we shine the spotlight on Ciltech a West Australian company that has supplied and continues to supply the most renowned Marinas and Ports located throughout Australia. Many of Ciltech's projects are #CraftedwithCapral Aluminium David Geddes, Luke Hawkins, Nigel Williamson, Mason Cilia, GTS Australia #marine #aluminium #sustainability

We’ve been working on a new approach to how we treat residue due left over from alumina refining — commonly know as red mud. Rehabilitating red mud is a ongoing challenge for the mining industry, but we are making progress. The research teams at The University of Queensland led by Professor Longbin Huang, have been working at alumina refineries in Queensland and the Northern Territory to scale up larger trials of a new eco-engineering solution. Field trials have shown it’s possible to rehabilitate extremely alkaline or saline bauxite residues this way within 2–3 years. 👉 For the full story: https://lnkd.in/gVRAvQ3U #FindingBetterWays

Synthetic sapphire is used in camera lenses primarily for its exceptional hardness and scratch resistance. This material helps protect the lens from scratches, dust, and impacts, ensuring clear, high-quality images over time. Its high optical clarity also allows for better light transmission, which improves the overall image quality. These properties make synthetic sapphire an ideal choice for camera lenses for high-end cameras, where durability and image clarity are crucial. #AlphaSapphire #SyntheticSapphire #CameraLenses #OpticalClarity #Durability #ScratchResistance