Aluminium Bahrain (Alba), the world’s largest aluminium smelter on a single site, has formed a partnership with Array Innovation to accelerate its Industry 4.0 digitalization journey through advanced AI, data analytics, and automation solutions. The collaboration was formalized during the 2nd edition of the Gateway Gulf Investment Forum.
Array Innovation will implement tailored AI, machine learning, and data analytics solutions to optimize Alba’s operations and enhance efficiencies across its manufacturing processes. This initiative aims to support Alba’s transformation into Industry 4.0 (4IR), establishing new standards for production, safety, and sustainability in the aluminium sector.
Khalid Al Rumaihi, Chairman of the Board of Directors at Alba, remarked, “Our strategic collaboration with Array marks a significant step towards positioning Alba as a technology-driven industry leader. This partnership will not only accelerate our Industry 4.0 journey, driving operational excellence and cost reduction but also align with Bahrain Economic Vision 2030 by investing in local talent. Together, Alba and Array Innovation are set to advance Industry 4.0 goals and contribute to Bahrain’s standing as a center of industrial and technological excellence.”
Alaa Saeed, Founder and CEO of Array Innovation, expressed enthusiasm for the partnership, stating, “We’re excited to collaborate with Alba on their Industry 4.0 initiatives, leveraging Array’s expertise in Quantitative Development and software engineering to provide Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, and Data Analytics solutions.”
He added, “Array is on a mission to build advanced enterprise software, analytics, artificial intelligence, and machine learning solutions in Bahrain while creating high-value jobs for Bahrainis. This engagement with Alba realizes our vision, amplifies our impact in the community, and strengthens Alba’s position in the global aluminium industry.”
