Organisation of Association
In order to realise its objectives, GDA acts as the umbrella organisation for product-related specialist trade associations. GDA keeps its member companies informed about markets, environment and technology via the specialist trade associations.
In addition, GDA strives to co-operate with other associations, organisations and institutions in order to benefit from synergies and thus improve the metal’s standing.
The handling of specific technical matters, the exchange of experience between the individual aluminium companies and the politico-economic representation of the interests of the individual product groups take place within various specialist associations. Currently, there are specialist associations covering:
The handling of specific technical matters, the exchange of experience between the individual aluminium companies and the politico-economic representation of the interests of the individual product groups take place within various specialist associations. Currently, there are specialist associations covering:
| Association Name | Area of Responsibility |
|---|---|
| Fachverband Primäraluminium | primary aluminium |
| Fachverband Sekundäraluminium | seconday aluminium |
| Fachverband Aluminiumguss | aluminium castings |
| Fachverband Aluminiumhalbzeug | aluminium semi-finished products |
| Fachverband Aluminiumfolien | aluminium foil |
| Fachverband Flexible Verbundstoffe | flexible composite materials |
| Fachverband Tuben, Dosen und Fließpressteile | tubes, cans and impact extrusions |
| Fachverband Metallpulver | metal powder |
Furthermore, GDA represents the interests of other product groups such as bottle caps and light-metal sheet products.
