Novelis Aluminium Powers Milan's Torre Seta Regeneration with 90% Recycled Content
Event summary
- Novelis supplied 35 tons of aluminium alloy made from 90% recycled content for Milan's Torre Seta regeneration project.
- The project preserves the existing reinforced concrete core and introduces a modern façade, expected to complete mid-2026.
- The aluminium panels used are classified A2s1, d0 under EN 135011:2018, ensuring compliance with fire safety standards.
- Novelis' Super Windy® pre-painted coils were used for the façade, offering durability and resistance to environmental agents.
The big picture
Novelis' involvement in the Torre Seta project underscores the growing demand for sustainable and resilient urban regeneration solutions. The use of high-recycled-content aluminium aligns with broader industry trends towards circular economies and low-carbon construction. With net sales of $17.1 billion in fiscal year 2025, Novelis is positioning itself as a key player in the sustainable aluminium market, leveraging its recycling capabilities to meet stringent environmental and safety standards.
What we're watching
- Material Innovation
- How Novelis' use of high-recycled-content aluminium will influence future urban regeneration projects.
- Regulatory Compliance
- Whether the project's fire safety standards will set a new benchmark for similar constructions.
- Market Expansion
- The pace at which Novelis can scale its sustainable aluminium solutions across other European markets.
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