Vedanta Aluminium (BSE: 544780 | NSE: VAML), India’s leading aluminium producer, has expanded its automotive solutions portfolio with the launch of two advanced products from its Primary Foundry Alloy (PFA) range. The new Copper-Doped Alloy and Vedanta Foundry Alloy (VFA) were unveiled at AutoEdge 2026, the company’s automotive industry conclave, as manufacturers increasingly seek lighter, stronger and more efficient materials for next-generation vehicles.
Now in its second edition, AutoEdge 2026 brought together leading automotive companies and component manufacturers from across India. The conclave featured technical presentations, expert discussions and industry insights focused on emerging mobility trends and the evolving requirements of automotive manufacturing.
The Copper-Doped Alloy has been developed for demanding automotive applications where enhanced durability, wear resistance and performance at elevated operating temperatures are required. The material is designed for applications including critical engine, transmission and powertrain components.
The Vedanta Foundry Alloy, developed in collaboration with IIT Delhi, combines lightweighting with higher strength, improved corrosion resistance and enhanced casting characteristics. The alloy is intended for a broad range of conventional and electric vehicle applications.
Rajesh Kumar, CEO, Vedanta Aluminium, said: “India’s automotive industry is rapidly evolving, creating demand for lighter, stronger and more sophisticated material solutions. Aluminium is uniquely positioned to meet these parameters through its versatile combination of lightweighting, strength, durability, resistance to corrosion, and high recyclability. At Vedanta Aluminium, we are strengthening our automotive-grade portfolio with advanced next-generation metals that are fully developed and manufactured in India while meeting world-class performance benchmarks. These innovations reinforce our commitment to the Make in India effort, building globally competitive manufacturing capabilities within the nation.”
The new alloys are expected to help automotive manufacturers improve component life, vehicle efficiency and reliability while addressing increasingly demanding performance requirements. Vedanta Aluminium is also working with OEMs and component manufacturers to develop customised material solutions through its expanding R&D capabilities.
The company currently has an annual PFA production capacity of 380 KTPA and is expanding its value-added product portfolio, targeting a 90% share of value-added products. Its ongoing expansion at BALCO, Korba, Chhattisgarh, is expected to take its primary billet capacity to 1.25 million tonnes per annum, positioning the company to become the world’s largest primary billet producer.
The product expansion also supports India’s focus on localisation and resilient domestic supply chains. Vedanta Aluminium serves customers across more than 60 countries and operates certified facilities in Odisha and Chhattisgarh, with products spanning automotive, engineering, energy and other industrial applications.
Vedanta Aluminium Metal Limited is one of the world’s leading aluminium producers and India’s largest aluminium producer. The company operates integrated assets including an alumina refinery, aluminium smelters and the Bharat Aluminium Company (BALCO). Its products serve customers across more than 60 countries and support industries involved in advanced manufacturing, energy transition and next-generation technologies.
