Aleris Announces Contract with Boeing to Supply Aluminum
Aleris facilities will supply aluminum to the world's largest aerospace company
CLEVELAND, May 3, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- Aleris has entered into a multi-year contract with Boeing to supply aluminum plate and sheet for the production of various airplane models. The contract validates Aleris' status as a key supplier of aluminum rolled products to all major airplane manufacturers worldwide.
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Aleris has more than 30 years of experience serving the aerospace industry. It intends to supply innovative materials to Boeing with the objective to meet the industry's highest quality standards. The aluminum plate and sheet provided by Aleris will be used in applications across Boeing's commercial airplane models.
"Our strength lies in the combination of strategically located production facilities and a continuous focus on enhancing our product offering," said Sean Stack, Aleris Chairman and CEO. "We are committed to service and innovation to meet Boeing's high expectations in a particularly competitive environment."
Aleris is well positioned to support the significant growth of the aerospace industry in the coming years. According to Boeing's Current Market Outlook, Boeing projects a worldwide demand for 41,030 new airplanes over the next 20 years.
About Aleris
Aleris is a privately held, global leader in aluminum rolled products serving diverse industries including aerospace, automotive, building and construction, commercial transportation and industrial manufacturing. Headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio, Aleris operates production facilities in North America, Europe and Asia. For more information, visit www.aleris.com.
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