Constellium, a French aluminium leader, is teaming up with German recycler OSR Metallrecycling and a premium European carmaker to revolutionize automotive aluminium recycling using laser-induced breakdown spectroscopy (LIBS). The technology enables over 95% purity in sorting 5xxx and 6xxx alloys, preserving material quality for high-value applications.

At Constellium’s expanded Neuf-Brisach plant in France, LIBS has proven its industrial viability, reducing emissions and advancing sustainability. The French-German partnership aims to expand the technology’s use to end-of-life vehicles (ELVs), promoting a fully circular aluminium recycling system across Europe. ♻️✨