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Turkey’s wire rod exports down by 51.7% in January-February 2025

In February this year, Turkey’s wire rod exports amounted to 46,869 metric tons, down by 15.3% compared to January and by 66.7% year on year, according to the preliminary data provided by the Turkish Statistical Institute (TUIK). Meanwhile, the revenue generated by these exports totaled $26.99 million, decreasing by 16.0% compared to the previous month […]

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Morocco : Ministry launches AD probe into galvanized wire imports from Egypt & UAE

Morocco’s Ministry of Industry and Commerce has initiated an anti-dumping investigation into galvanized wire imports from Egypt and UAE. The probe follows a complaint by Moroccan companies Somatref, Sicotrem, Galvaftl, and Sodefer, which allege that these imports are being dumped into the market at unfair prices. The product investigated, classified under HS code 7217.2099.00, is

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Elmarakby Steel plans to invest in renewable energy and increase exports

Hassan El Marakby, CEO of Elmarakby Steel, one of Egypt’s leading steel product manufacturers and suppliers, has shared some of the company’s future plans. Accordingly, Mr. El Marakby stated that the company plans to increase its rebar exports to 140,000 mt this year, with its 2024 rebar exports amounting to 120,000 mt worth $80 million.

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El Marakby Steel commissions SMS group to upgrade its mill to increase capacity and reduce operating costs

El Marakby Steel has decided to upgrade its mill in collaboration with SMS Group to boost production capacity and reduce operating costs. Following a comprehensive assessment conducted by SMS Group in 2023, the annual production capacity was increased by 10%, from 400,000 tons to 460,000 tons. As industries and market demands evolve over time, SMS

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