Local procurement leverage Tomago spends a substantial amount locally, including $800m in the Hunter Region and $900m annually on materials, supplies and labour in Australia. This indicates a strong preference for local suppliers and a potential opportunity to introduce or expand value-added materials, services, and maintenance solutions tailored to regional operations.

Industrial scale demand As the largest aluminium smelter in Australia producing 590,000 tonnes annually and representing about 37% of the country’s primary aluminium capacity, Tomago offers a significant, stable demand stream for upstream materials, logistics, and energy-related services that can be packaged as long-term contracts or supply chain optimizations.

Technology and modernisation Tomago highlights use of modern technologies and a diverse tech stack (SAP SuccessFactors, CMS, analytics, etc.), signaling openness to digital tooling for operations, HR, and stakeholder engagement. This presents an opportunity to propose integrated software, data analytics, maintenance tech, and workforce development solutions.

Community and safety focus Active engagement in NAIDOC Week, safety campaigns, and community career initiatives show a strong emphasis on people, culture, and safety. Sales opportunities exist for training programs, safety equipment and services, apprenticeship partnerships, and community-oriented programs that align with ESG and local workforce development.

Strategic partnerships Joint venture structure with major global players and recognition in regional awards suggests a priority on reliability and quality. This points to opportunities for high-value collaborations in materials, engineering services, supply chain optimization, and sustainability initiatives aligned with their scale and reputation.