Aurubis AG (OTCMKTS:AIAGY) is a leading integrated copper producer and recycler headquartered in Hamburg, Germany. The company operates at every stage of the copper value chain, from raw material sourcing and smelting to refining and distribution of finished copper products. With a focus on sustainable practices, Aurubis processes both primary and secondary raw materials, including complex concentrates and electronic scrap, to produce high-purity copper cathodes and specialty copper alloys.
The company’s primary product offerings include copper cathodes, wire rod, continuous cast shapes, rolled products and strip, as well as refined precious metals by-products such as gold, silver and platinum group metals. Aurubis also provides recycling services for electronic and metal-bearing waste, transforming end-of-life products into reusable metals. Its proprietary recycling technologies enable efficient recovery of copper, iron, precious metals and other valuable materials, supporting circular economy objectives in the metals industry.
Aurubis maintains a diversified global footprint, operating smelters, refineries and recycling sites across Europe and North America. Key production facilities are located in Hamburg (Germany), Pirdop (Bulgaria), Olen (Belgium) and various recycling centers in the United States. The company serves a broad range of end markets, including the automotive, electronics, construction and renewable energy sectors, supplying copper products that are essential for electrical conductivity, heat exchange and structural applications.
Tracing its roots to the Norddeutsche Affinerie founded in 1866, the company adopted the Aurubis name in 2009 to reflect its expanded international presence and commitment to innovation. Today, Aurubis employs over 7,000 people and is led by CEO Roland Harings, under whose guidance the firm continues to invest in environmental technologies and process optimization. Through ongoing research and development, Aurubis aims to enhance resource efficiency and reduce the carbon footprint of copper production worldwide.
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