National Aluminium Company Limited (NALCO) is a Navratna CPSE under the Ministry of Mines, Government of India. Established in 1981, NALCO is one of the largest integrated Bauxite-Alumina-Aluminium- Power Complex in Asia. The company operates from its headquarters in Bhubaneswar, Odisha and has been instrumental in contributing significantly to the development of downstream aluminium industries in India.

NALCO specializes in mining bauxite, refining it into alumina, and then smelting this alumina to produce high-grade aluminum. It also generates power for operations through its captive power plants.

The company's product portfolio includes various grades of calcined alumina powders which are used as raw material for several critical industrial applications such as refractories, ceramics and polishing. In addition to that NALCO produces aluminum metal billets with quality certification complying with international standards.

An area where NALCO stands out among its competitors is their commitment towards sustainable practices. The company has implemented innovative technologies to minimize environmental impact by reducing pollution levels and maximizing energy efficiency.

One notable example is NALCO’s collaboration with ISRO (Indian Space Research Organisation) on developing eco-friendly technology for solid waste management using red mud generated during the process of producing alumina. In terms of partnerships and collaborations, NALCO has inked agreements with reputed global players like Almex USA Inc., RUSAL etc., facilitating knowledge exchange and technological advancements. Overall, National Aluminium Company Limited continues to be a front-runner due to its consistent focus on sustainability measures along with providing top-notch products backed by cutting-edge technology.