The multinational Novelis, a company that operates in the areas of aluminum rolling and recycling, made it to the list of the 100 most important companies in Brazil.

The company ranked 83rd, eleven places higher than last year. It also ranks sixth among the 50 companies in the metallurgy and steel sector, based on net income.

According to Novelis, its growth in Brazil can be seen in the last five years, where it has received more than 1 billion reais in investments for expansions and improvements. Novelis is the leading buyer and recycler of used beverage cans (UBC) worldwide, recycling more than 74 billion cans per year.

Novelis is a leading provider of sustainable aluminum solutions and the world leader in aluminum rolling and recycling. The multinational operates an integrated network of technically advanced rolling and recycling facilities in North America, South America, Europe and Asia.

The company also leverages its global footprint to offer consistent, high-quality products worldwide. Novelis is a subsidiary of Hindalco Industries Limited, a leader in the aluminum and copper industry, and the metallurgical arm of the Aditya Birla Group, a multinational conglomerate based in Mumbai, India.