Vedanta Aluminium, the leading aluminium producer in India, has announced the appointment of Luca Zipponi as CEO of its Rolled Products division. Zipponi will be tasked with overseeing all operations within this segment, which serves a range of industries including automotive, insulation, power projects, electrical components, and packaging.
With over three decades of experience, Zipponi brings extensive expertise to the role, having previously held key leadership positions across Europe and Asia. He most recently served as the Group Chief Operating Officer and Managing Director UK at Reflexallen Group. His proven track record in operations and strategic planning is expected to play a crucial role in driving the growth and innovation of Vedanta Aluminium’s rolled products business.
Vedanta Aluminium’s Bharat Aluminium Company (BALCO) in Korba, Chhattisgarh, boasts a modern rolled products facility with a capacity of 72,000 tonnes per annum. The facility is equipped with advanced casting stations, continuous casters, hot rolled mills, and cold rolled mills.
John Slaven, CEO of Vedanta Aluminium, expressed enthusiasm about Zipponi’s appointment, stating, “We are delighted to welcome Luca to our team. His arrival enhances our leadership capabilities and supports our ambitious growth objectives through his strategic insight and operational expertise.”
Luca Zipponi, upon his appointment, remarked, “Joining Vedanta Aluminium is an exciting opportunity. The rolled products segment has significant potential in India, and I look forward to applying my global experience to create exceptional value for our customers and stakeholders.”
Vedanta Aluminium, a unit of Vedanta Limited, is India’s largest aluminium producer, accounting for over 50% of the country’s aluminium production with 2.37 million tonnes in FY24. The company is a frontrunner in value-added aluminium products with critical applications across key industries.
Vedanta Aluminium also leads the aluminium sector in sustainability, ranking first in the S&P Global Corporate Sustainability Assessment 2023. The company’s advanced smelters, alumina refinery, and power plants underscore its commitment to advancing aluminium as a pivotal element for a greener future.
