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Slight Decline in China’s Rebar Production in the First Nine Months of 2025

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Data from the National Bureau of Statistics of China showed that the country’s rebar production totaled 143.387 million metric tons from January to September 2025, marking a slight year-on-year decrease of 0.1%. During the same period, domestic wire rod production reached 102.111 million metric tons, up 1.7% year on year, while welded pipe production amounted …

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AISU: Launch of the “Direct Reduction Technologies” Training Program in Cooperation with Ezz Steel

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The first training program on Direct Reduction Technologies (DRI) has commenced as part of a series of specialized technical training programs organized by the Arab Iron and Steel Union (AISU) in cooperation with Ezz Steel. The program runs from October 19 to October 30, 2025, with the participation of several technical professionals from member companies …

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China’s semi-finished steel exports rise 215.43% in January – September 2025

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In September this year, China’s semi-finished steel exports totaled 1.4936 million mt, down 15.34% month on month. While rising by 41.85% year on year, according to China’s customs authorities. In the January-September period this year, China’s semi-finished steel exports amounted to 10.7297 million mt, up 215.43% year on year. In the January-September period this year, …

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Canada Opens the Door to Tariff Exemptions to Support Its Struggling Economy

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The Canadian government has announced tariff exemptions on several steel and aluminum products imported from the United States and China, as part of efforts to support local companies affected by trade tensions with both countries, according to Reuters. Prime Minister Mark Carney is leading negotiations with U.S. President Donald Trump, who imposed tariffs on Canadian …

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China’s Crude Steel Output Falls by 2.9% in January–September 2025

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China’s production of pig iron, crude steel, and finished steel reached 66.05 million tons, 73.49 million tons, and 124.21 million tons, respectively, in September 2025, according to data from the National Bureau of Statistics of China (NBS).Year-on-year, production declined by 2.4% for pig iron and 4.6% for crude steel, while finished steel output increased by …

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SMS Group Modernizes Hot Strip Mill for Salzgitter

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German steelmaker Salzgitter has reached a major automation milestone with the implementation of SMS Group’s X-Pact Centerline Control system at its seven-stand hot strip mill at Salzgitter Flachstahl GmbH. The project forms part of a wider modernization package ordered in 2024 aimed at improving product quality and operational stability. According to SMS Group, the X-Pact …

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Ukraine’s Imports of Flat Products Rise by 13.1% in January–September 2025

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Ukraine’s imports of flat products increased by 13.1% year-on-year during the period from January to September 2025, reaching 832.2 thousand tons, according to data from the State Customs Service of Ukraine and estimates by GMK Center. Coated flat steel products (HS code 7210) accounted for about 50% of total imports, amounting to 409.42 thousand tons, …

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UAE launches anti-dumping investigation into Chinese steel sections

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The UAE Ministry of Foreign Trade has initiated an anti-dumping investigation into imports of heavy steel sections from China, following a complaint filed by Emirates Steel, the sole local producer of these products. The complaint alleges that Chinese exporters are selling their products at prices below their normal value in the domestic market, causing harm …

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Eng. Ahmed Ezz Calls for Protecting the Arab Steel Industry Amid Rising Global Protectionism

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Eng. Ahmed Ezz, Chairman of the Arab Iron and Steel Union and Chairman of Ezz Steel, emphasized that recent decisions to impose customs tariffs to protect national industries reflect a fundamental shift in the global economic philosophy toward greater protectionism, noting that “the idea of a borderless global village no longer exists.” In an interview …

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Al-Ittefaq Steel: No Slowdown in Demand; Scrap Prices Continue to Rise Amid Shortage

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Jassim Al-Abbas, General Manager of Marketing, Sales, and Business Development at Al-Ittefaq Steel, confirmed that domestic steel demand in Saudi Arabia stands at around 7.5 million tons annually, while the total installed production capacity of all steel plants in the Kingdom is approximately 15 million tons per year. Speaking to Argaam on the sidelines of …

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Egypt and Saudi Arabia Discuss Strengthening Industrial Cooperation in the Iron and Steel Sector

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Lieutenant General Kamel El-Wazir, Deputy Prime Minister for Industrial Development and Minister of Industry and Transport, participated alongside Bandar Al-Khorayef, Saudi Minister of Industry and Mineral Resources, in the ministerial session titled “Empowering the Localization of the Iron Value Chain to Support Economic Growth and Income Diversification”, held within the framework of the 3rd Saudi …

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Minister of Industry: SAR 60 Billion in New Investment Opportunities in the Steel Sector

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Minister of Industry and Mineral Resources Bandar bin Ibrahim Al-Khorayef revealed the completion of studies to determine the optimal options to address the local market deficit and reduce steel flat product imports. He noted that there are investment opportunities worth around SAR 60 billion, distributed across a range of key products vital to the Kingdom’s …

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National Committee for the Steel Industry: Demand Shows Positive Growth and Expected to Continue

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Bandar Al-Sulaim, Chairman of the National Committee for the Steel Industry, stated that demand for steel products in Saudi Arabia and the Arab world has witnessed positive growth in recent years. In an interview with Argaam, Al-Sulaim expressed optimism that this momentum will continue in the coming years, supported by the mega projects associated with …

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Global Steel Demand Expected to Stabilize in 2025 with a Slight Increase in 2026

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According to the latest report issued by the World Steel Association (worldsteel) on global steel demand for 2025 and 2026. Global steel demand in 2025 is projected to be flat compared to 2024, reaching about 1,750 million tonnes (Mt). A modest rebound of 1.3% is forecast for 2026, pushing global demand to 1,773 Mt. Alfonso Hidalgo …

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China’s Steel Exports Rise by 9.2% in the First Nine Months of 2025

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Data from the General Administration of Customs of China showed that the country’s steel exports increased by 9.2% year-on-year during the period from January to September 2025, reaching 87.96 million tons, according to Reuters. In September alone, Chinese steel companies exported 10.47 million tons, up 10% from the previous month — the highest level in …

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Egypt Stock Exchange announces details of Al-Organi’s acquisition of a stake in Ataqa

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The Egyptian Stock Exchange has announced the details of Al-Organi for Development and Investment’s acquisition of a 26.25% stake in Misr National Steel Company – Ataqa. Al-Organi for Development purchased around 315 million shares of Ataqa’s capital for a total value of EGP 1.9 billion, at an average price of EGP 6.04 per share. As …

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EMSTEEL Leads the Steel Industry Toward Global Sustainability

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The United Arab Emirates has solidified its position as a regional and global leader in the steel industry, supported by national strategies focused on industrial sustainability, production efficiency, and the country’s goal of achieving climate neutrality by 2050. At the forefront of this transformation is the EMSTEEL Group, through its subsidiary Emirates Steel, which has …

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Experts: Infrastructure and Housing Investments Are the Main Drivers of Steel Demand in Arab Countries

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Experts and decision-makers at the 18th Arab Steel Summit, held in the Sultanate of Oman on October 7–8, confirmed that infrastructure and housing investments are the primary engines of steel demand in Arab markets in the near term. They emphasized the importance of maintaining predictable and stable project pipelines to ensure the sustainability of local …

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Ahmed Ezz: Empowering the Private Sector and Facilitating Land Allocation Are the Keys to Sustaining the Steel Industry

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Eng. Ahmed Ezz, Chairman of the Arab Iron and Steel Union, emphasized that stimulating local demand for steel products in Arab countries begins with industrial growth, streamlining permit procedures, and facilitating land allocation for investors. He underscored the importance of empowering the private sector and supporting construction and infrastructure projects to ensure the industry’s sustainability …

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Algeria : First Iron Ore Pre-Processing Unit to Be Launched by End of April 2026

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Algeria is set to commission its first iron ore pre-processing unit at the Gara Djebilet mine in Tindouf Province by the end of April 2026, with an annual production capacity of 4 million tonnes, according to Belkacem Soltani, Chairman and CEO of the National Mining Industrial Group (SONAREM). In an interview with APS, Soltani explained …

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ArcelorMittal Shuts Down Fos-sur-Mer Blast Furnace After Major Fire

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On October 8, 2025, a significant fire broke out at ArcelorMittal’s Fos-sur-Mer plant, one of France’s largest integrated steel facilities. The fire began on two conveyor lines carrying raw materials to the steelmaking shop and quickly spread to nearby structures, according to local reports. Internal fire brigades, supported by local emergency teams, battled the flames …

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