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Leading suppliers across the aluminum value chain will be showcased, covering recycled aluminum, rolling, extrusion, die casting, precision machining, and surface treatment. A dedicated “Top 20 Chinese Aluminum Industry Companies” zone will enable buyers to compare samples on-site, verify production capabilities, and identify cost-effective suppliers with reliable and stable delivery capacity.

The main summit will be complemented by multiple product application forums, bringing together technical leaders from major Chinese companies and industry experts. Sessions will cover China’s raw material market, process innovation, market trends, and sustainable development, facilitating international business cooperation and technical exchange.

Leveraging SMM’s global industry database, international business communities, and multilingual media network, AICE provides support before, during, and after the exhibition—from advance supplier matching and on-site meetings to post-event follow-up. Overseas buyers can submit their sourcing requirements in advance, allowing SMM to match them with Chinese exhibitors based on product, specifications, production capacity, and other criteria. A dedicated overseas buyer service channel will also pro

AICE will be held concurrently with exhibitions covering the copper industry and new energy materials. Overseas buyers can compare products and screen suppliers for aluminum materials, copper connectors, thermal management components, and new energy-related products all at one venue—significantly reducing sourcing time and procurement costs.

The 22nd AICE, China’s premier aluminum industry exhibition, will be held April 15–17, 2027 at Suzhou International Expo Center, China.

Organized by SMM, an authoritative non-ferrous metals information provider with over 20 years of expertise, the event welcomes 2,000+ premium exhibits, 30+ themed forums & co-located events, 30,000+ global industry visitors, alongside 200+ targeted business matchmaking sessions. It integrates product displays, high-level industry forums and targeted business matching, helping global aluminum buyers connect with trusted Chinese suppliers and access cutting-edge technologies and latest market updates. Supporting activities include an annual gala, industrial site tours and the Aluminum Industry Top 20 Awards.

Co-located with the 22nd SMM Copper Industry Conference & Expo and the 12th New Energy Industry Chain Expo, it offers one-pass entry to three exhibitions, sharing cross-sector buyer and supplier resources.