Aleris has announced it has signed a contract with FAW-Volkswagen to provide aluminium for several Audi models to be produced in China.
Aleris will supply aluminium for the Audi A3 Sportback and Sedan models to be produced in Foshan, in Guangdong Province, and the Audi Q5 produced in Changchun, in Jilin Province. Aleris will also increase its supply of aluminium provided for the Audi A6 made in Changchun.
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“We look forward to expanding our strategic partnership with FAW-Volkswagen (Audi) in China,” said Andreas Gondorf, vice president of Global Automotive, Aleris Rolled Products.
Aleris says that it is well-positioned to support Audi’s continued focus on the production of lighter, more environmentally-sustainable vehicles.
