Trusted Expertise for a Transforming Aluminium Industry
With deep aluminium know-how and independent, hands-on advice we help aluminium companies identify profitable opportunities, strengthen customer and market strategies and achieve measurable operational improvements.
Built on decades of international aluminium industry experience, Lightmet Consulting connects plant operations, market strategy and business development.
We understand the technical, commercial and operational realities behind investment decisions, process improvements and growth strategies across the entire value chain.
Independent, hands-on and industry-focused: as one-stop-shop we support companies from analysis to implementation.
We help aluminium companies achieve measurable performance improvements, unlock profitable growth and execute transformation with confidence.
What We Do
Strategy, Corporate Development & M&A Support
Strategic clarity through roadmap development, market analysis, portfolio optimisation, feasibility studies, due diligence support and post-merger integration.
Sales & Business Development
Strong performance improvement through focused and impact-oriented market segmentation, product and pricing strategies.
Project Development & Execution
Sustainable growth and efficient execution through CAPEX projects, plant and location planning & optimisation and focused product development.
Operations Excellence & Readiness
Improved operational performance and fast readiness through optimised processes, benchmarking and KPI-based performance systems for CAPEX projects.
Recycling & Sustainability
Profitable and sustainable operations through circularity concepts and profound technical and commercial recycling expertise.
Technology, Innovation & Digitalisation
Improved operations and quality performance through focused roadmaps, metallurgical know-how, data transparency and automation.
Our Projects
Our comprehensive project list provides insights into the breadth of initiatives we have supported — across regions, products and markets.
See here some of our case studies in more detail.
Extrusion Plant Turnaround
Discover how we help an extrusion site overcome persistent underperformance, operational complexity and declining margins. By combining operational analysis, product portfolio prioritisation and organisational realignment — supported by clear cost transparency and performance metrics — we create a structured restructuring roadmap.
The outcome is restored operational focus and a solid foundation for sustainable profitability.
Rolling Mill Strategy & Investment Roadmap
See how we support a rolling mill operator in building a fact-based commercial strategy directly linked to future investment decisions. Starting with market and customer segmentation, we identify attractive target segments and translate strategic priorities into a clear, actionable investment roadmap.
The result is a shared strategic direction, greater transparency in decision-making and reduced risk for long-term capital allocation.
Machining Plant Layout & Machinery Concept
Explore how we support an aerospace machining operation in developing a robust plant layout and machinery concept. By focusing on optimised process flow, technology fit, automation potential and long-term scalability, we design a solution aligned with both operational requirements and future growth.
The resulting concept provides a reliable foundation for efficient ramp-up, stable operations and sustained performance over time.
About Lightmet
Lightmet Consulting is an independent consulting that combines technical excellence, market insight and hands-on execution to drive sustainable performance improvements.
What sets us apart:
Fully independent of plant manufacturers and light metal plants ensuring objective, unbiased advice
Access to a trusted network of specialised partners with complementary expertise across the aluminium downstream value chain
Deep process, material and market expertise, combined with hands-on operational execution
Pragmatic, data-driven and outcome-focused, delivering results that work in practice
Bring us your challenges. We bring the right people together and find a solution.
References
Ready to strengthen performance, reduce complexity and unlock growth?
Address
Lightmet Consulting FlexCo
Konstantingasse 6-8/9
1160 Vienna
Austria