Major steel-producing countries in 2022 and 2023
million tonnes, crude steel production Country 2023 2022 Rank Tonnage Rank Tonnage China 1 1 019.1 1 1 019.1 India
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Ferrous Metals
Global pig iron production in 2022 and 2023
million tonnes Production2022 Production2023 – Exports2023 + Imports2023 = Apparent Consumption2023 Austria 5.8 5.5 0.0 0.0
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Direct reduced iron production 2019 to 2023
million tonnes 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 Germany 0.5 0.5 0.5 0.2 0.2 e Sweden
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April 2024 crude steel production
Brussels, Belgium – World crude steel production for the 71 countries reporting to the World Steel Association (worldsteel) was 155.7
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South 32: South Africa Manganese saleable production increased by 8%
South Africa Manganese saleable production increased by 8% (or 119kwmt) to a record 1,641kwmt in the nine months ended March
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Hydrogen sparks change for the future of green steel production
Steel might exist as a crucial product in modern societies, but it’s also a major source of CO2 emissions. So
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€130 million deal for supply near zero emissions steel
Global supplier to the automotive industry, KIRCHHOFF Automotive, signs 7-year agreement with H2 Green Steel for the delivery of near
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Koniambo Nickel to transition to care and maintenance
The shareholders of Koniambo Nickel SAS (KNS) – a joint venture between Société Minière du Sud Pacifique SA (SMSP) and
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How ArcelorMittal South Africa plans to wind down Longs Business
The second half of the financial year was dominated by the announcement of the contemplation of the wind down of
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ArcelorMittal SA posts headline loss of R1 890 million
The international steel environment in 2023 was characterised by low demand in almost all markets and prices were under pressure,
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Kumba Iron Ore production in Q4 2023 decreased by 27%
Kumba production and sales report for the fourth quarter, and trading statement, for the year ended 31 December 2023. Production
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Australia’s iron ore producers partner with BlueScope on steel decarbonisation
PERTH, Australia – Australia’s two largest iron ore producers and its biggest steelmaker have partnered in their efforts to accelerate
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H2 Green Steel: €4 billion for the world’s first large-scale green steel plant
H2 Green Steel signs definitive debt financing agreements for €4.2 billion in project financing and increases the previously announced equity
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Jubilee Metals updates Thutse complex projects in South Africa
Jubilee Metals is making progress in negotiations to establish additional Life-of-Mine (“LOM”) partnerships. Concurrently, the Company is focusing on expanding
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Jubilee Metals updates Thutse complex projects in South Africa
Jubilee Metals is making progress in negotiations to establish additional Life-of-Mine (“LOM”) partnerships. Concurrently, the Company is focusing on expanding
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BHP response to media commentary regarding Samarco
BHP notes the recent media commentary regarding a decision by the Federal Court of Brazil in relation to the BRL$155
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December 2023 crude steel production
World crude steel production for the 71 countries reporting to the World Steel Association (worldsteel) was 135.7 million tonnes (Mt)
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Jubilee Metals Operational and Projects Update Q2 FY2024
Jubilee, a diversified leader in metals processing with operations in Africa, has announced an operational and projects update to 31
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Tharisa plc: strong demand is evident in the chrome market
Tharisa, the mining, metals, and innovation company says continued strong demand was evident in the chrome market, particularly in the
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BHP and China’s HBIS to reduce carbon emissions in steelmaking
In a landmark agreement, BHP and China’s HBIS Group Co., Ltd (HBIS) forge a partnership to pioneer reduced carbon emissions
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MENA to lead the world in solar green steel production.
The Institute for Energy Economics and Financial Analysis (IEEFA) has unveiled a report proposing that the Middle East and North
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Electrolysis for green hydrogen is pivotal step in decarbonizing the steel
Salzgitter AG and Sunfire joined forces in a forward-thinking initiative aimed at revolutionizing steel production’s environmental impact. Their focus on
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thyssenkrupp Steel embarks on journey towards green sustainability
thyssenkrupp Steel, a key player in Germany’s industrial landscape, is embarking on a transformative journey towards sustainability. The company’s ambitious
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JFE Steel integrate waste plastic into steel production
JFE Steel Corporation sets forth on a groundbreaking venture, finalizing a partnership with J Circular System Co. Ltd. The focus?
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Baowu develops 1M ton hydrogen-ready Direct Reduced Iron facility
Baowu Group, a prominent steel entity, proudly announces a monumental achievement at Baosteel Zhanjiang Iron & Steel Co. Ltd. in
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JFE Steel pioneer JGreeX green steel
JFE Steel Corporation’s groundbreaking initiative, JGreeX™ green steel, secures a significant milestone in the maritime sector. Shipping giants Kawasaki Kisen
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Sibanye Stillwater Sandouville refinery: Nickel recovery improved to 98.8%
The Sandouville nickel refinery had an improved operating performance for Q3 2023 with operational stability achieved during Q3 2023 after
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Kumba Iron Ore delivers value through cost and capital discipline
Kumba has continued to deliver improved operational stability at both Sishen and Kolomela, while continuing to prioritise the elimination of
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Rio Tinto: Simandou iron ore project update
SYDNEY – Rio Tinto provides an update on the world class Simandou iron ore project in Guinea, which is being
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Wind down of the broader long steel products operations at AMSA
Vanderbijlpark – ArcelorMittal South Africa have previously advised of the efforts made to ensure the long-term viability of the Newcastle
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