Rio Tinto and BlueScope to explore low carbon-steelmaking pathways
MELBOURNE, Australia – Rio Tinto and BlueScope will work together to explore low-carbon steelmaking pathways using Pilbara iron ores, including
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Sidenor’s innovative approach results in 600 mm dia bloom casting
In line with its innovative approach to contribute with the presence of new products in its markets, Sidenor will soon
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World February 2022 crude steel production
BRUSSELS – World crude steel production for the 64 countries reporting to the World Steel Association (worldsteel) was 142.7 million
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Does steel have a bright green future?
The nature and expanse of technological innovation required for green steel ventures to succeed is not unique. The decarbonisation of
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January 2022 crude steel production
World crude steel production for the 64 countries reporting to the World Steel Association (worldsteel) was 155.0 million tonnes (Mt)
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STEEL: Digital disruption and application of emerging technologies
When we consider the impact of digital disruption on organisations, steel companies tend to be overlooked. However, the fact is
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Robots and drones in the steelmaking industry
Use of robots in the steel industry is not a new trend. Today, robots come with artificial intelligence embedded with
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STEELMAKING: Internet of things and artificial intelligence
According to International Data Corporation (IDC), a total of USD 6 trillion has been spent on Internet of things (IoT)
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The Indian steel industry: Growth and challenges
Steel has contributed immensely towards India’s economic growth. This is evident from the similar growth patterns of India’s GDP and
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Arcelormittal SA saw strong steel demand recovery worldwide in 2021
The global steel environment for 2021 was characterised by overall positive, yet differing dynamics, when comparing the two halves of
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Arcelormittal South Africa reports strongest annual profit since 2008
Despite the volatility from the ongoing presence and repercussions of Covid-19 and its various variants, 2021 was an exceptionally strong
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How metallurgical coal is still vital for steelmaking
Global population growth, increased urbanization, and a growing middle class will continue to drive long-term demand for steel and the
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December 2021 and 2021-year global crude steel production
Brussels, Belgium – World crude steel production in December 2021 for the 64 countries reporting to the World Steel Association
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Arcelormittal SA profits improve more than 100% YoY
VANDERBIJLPARK – Based on the information currently available, Arcelormittal South Africa expects: The earnings per share to improve from R1,80
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Steelmaker AMSA: Comeback from existential crisis to record profits
In 2020, ArcelorMittal SA’s sustainability had being questioned by its most important stakeholders who wondered if the country’s only upstream
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Major challenges in the European steel industry
The technological transition to green production faces the entire European steel industry with major challenges. voestalpine, Austria’s only producer of
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2021 Steel Statistical Yearbook published
The World Steel Association (worldsteel)’s Steel Statistical Yearbook 2021 contains comprehensive statistics from 2011 to 2020 on crude steel production by country
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WORLD STEEL: November 2021 crude steel production
World crude steel production for the 64 countries reporting to the World Steel Association (worldsteel) was 143.3 million tonnes (Mt)
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EAF furnace designed to handle scrap of varied composition and quality
Chinese steel producer Wuzhou Yongda Iron and Steel Co., has issued the final acceptance certificate (FAC) for an EAF Quantum
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STEELMAKING: Hydrogen-based process for fine iron ore reduction
Finding new solutions to decarbonize the steelmaking value chain is a must for the industry to become fossil-free and to
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New KOBM converter shortens blowing process and improves steel purity
A KOBM converter, upgraded from a former BOF converter by Primetals Technologies, has started up in the steel plant of
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Baosteel unveils plan to build steel plate plant with Saudi Aramco
Baoshan Iron and Steel, the Chinese state-owned metals giant, known as Baosteel, has said it will build a world-class integrated
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October 2021 crude steel production shows 10.6% decline
World crude steel production for the 64 countries reporting to the World Steel Association (worldsteel) was 145.7 million tonnes (Mt)
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Partners to build direct reduction test plant with hydrogen
Hydrogen will play a key role on the path towards decarbonising the steel industry. But how can the energy source
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Decarbonization of ironmaking – roadmap to climate-friendly production
In order to accelerate the decarbonization of the steel industry, it is essential to focus on the primary stage of
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STEELMAKING: Developing economies short range outlook for 2021/2022
Steel demand in the developing economies excluding China continued to recover in 2021, aided by the recovery in commodity prices
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STEEL: Finance minister’s medium-term budget policy welcomed
JOHANNESBURG – The Steel and Engineering Industries Federation of Southern Africa (SEIFSA) welcomes Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana’s Medium Term Budget Policy
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Worldsteel short-range outlook for developed economies in 2021-2022
More targeted and localised lockdowns helped to minimise the impact of the latest infection waves on economic activities in developed
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China steel industry short range outlook – NEGATIVE
The Chinese economy sustained its strong recovery momentum from 2020 into the early part of 2021. However, it has slowed
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Partnering with Bahrain Steel for sustainable steel
Steelmaking is considered one of the most energy-intensive industries in the world, with long-term, mutually beneficial relationships key to tackling
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