The Board of Directors of the Arab Iron and Steel Union held its 132nd ordinary meeting in the Algerian capital, Algiers, chaired by Eng. Ahmed Ezz, Chairman of the Union, with the participation of Board members. During the meeting, a number of organizational, financial, and strategic issues related to the Union’s activities and the future […]
Steel production in Arab countries recorded noticeable growth during 2025, with total output for the January–December period reaching around 43.7 million tonnes, an increase of 7.2% compared to the same period in 2024. December production alone rose to 3.9 million tonnes, marking a year-on-year growth of 6.1%. Gulf RegionGulf countries continued to show strong performance,
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Saudi Iron & Steel Company (Hadeed) announced an increase in rebar prices for February 2026 sales. According to the company, prices for rebar sizes 12–32 mm were adjusted upward by SAR 70 (USD 19) per ton, reaching SAR 2,260 per ton (USD 603). Meanwhile, prices for wire rod coils in sizes 6.5–16 mm rose by
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Emirates Steel, a subsidiary of the EMSTEEL Group, announced that it has maintained rebar prices for February 2026 production. The company kept the ex-works price of rebar unchanged at AED 2,648 (USD 721). The above prices do not include the 5% value-added tax (VAT). Emirates Steel is headquartered in Abu Dhabi, with an annual production
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The Board of Directors of East Pipes Integrated Company for Industry has approved the establishment of a new external steel pipe coating line at the company’s pipe coating plant located in the Second Industrial City in Dammam, at an estimated cost of approximately SAR 78.5 million. In a statement published on Tadawul, the company said
EMSTEEL has expanded cooperation with Emirati real estate developers by signing a strategic memorandum of understanding with MERED to evaluate and deploy high-strength reinforcement steel in property developments. The agreement sets a framework to pilot advanced steel solutions aimed at improving structural efficiency while supporting sustainable construction practices. This marks EMSTEEL’s second such partnership, following
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Qatar’s Official Gazette has published its first issue of the current year, including a package of Amiri decisions, decrees, and legislative amendments. In this context, Amiri Decree No. (117) of 2025 was issued, providing for an increase in customs duties on rebar and Wire rod products. Article (1) of the decree stipulates raising the customs
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Saudi Iron & Steel Company (Hadeed) and the National Shipping Company of Saudi Arabia (Bahri) have signed a letter of intent to explore opportunities for cooperation in maritime transport to meet Hadeed’s requirements for seaborne iron ore shipments. The LOI, signed in Riyadh, outlines the two parties’ intention to discuss mechanisms for leveraging Bahri’s capabilities
EMSTEEL and Modon have signed a strategic memorandum of understanding to explore potential collaboration on steel solutions for future developments. The partnership will assess innovative, high-yield and sustainable materials aimed at improving efficiency, performance and long-term value across projects. This marks the second MoU between the two companies, following an agreement signed in December 2024
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A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed between Steel Steel Company and the National Industrial Development Center to cooperate in the production of special bar quality (SBQ) and round steel billets, in line with the objectives of Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030, which aims to localize industry and create new job opportunities. The MoU aimed to
Gulf Steel has submitted a formal bid to acquire Specialty Steel, the third-largest steel producer in the United Kingdom, during the weekend, in a move aimed at rescuing the struggling British company and ensuring the continuity of its operations. Gulf Steel, also known as Arabian Gulf Steel Industries, is one of a limited number of
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Morocco’s leading flat steel producer Maghreb Steel has strengthened steelmaking efficiency and workplace safety by installing new automated systems supplied by MORE, a manufacturer of chemical energy and auxiliary equipment for the steel industry. The company has commissioned MOTANK, a remote-controlled ram that removes scrap from the slag door to prevent blockages, and STROP, a
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His Excellency Dr. Saleh bin Saeed Masan, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Commerce, Industry and Investment Promotion for Commerce and Industry, conducted an extensive field visit to the industrial complexes of Tsingshan Group in the People’s Republic of China. The visit comes within the framework of translating the objectives of the Industrial Strategy 2040, which
Saudi Iron and Steel Company (Hadeed) announced an increase in rebar prices for January sales, while maintaining wire rod prices at their current levels. According to the company, rebar prices for sizes 12–32 mm were raised by SAR 70 per ton, reaching SAR 2,190 per ton.Meanwhile, wire rod prices for sizes 6.5–16 mm remained stable
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Emsteel Group, one of the largest listed producers of steel and building materials in the region, is collaborating with the Emirates Nuclear Energy Corporation (ENEC) to reduce carbon emissions in steel production by using electricity generated from nuclear energy. This electricity is certified under Abu Dhabi’s Clean Energy Certificates Program (I-REC standard), which is supervised
The steel sector in the Arab region witnessed notable positive developments during the period from January to November 2025, reflected in higher production levels and improved overall performance in several Arab countries. This progress was supported by the continued implementation of major development projects and increased demand for steel products, particularly in infrastructure and construction
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World crude steel production for the 70 countries reporting to the World Steel Association (worldsteel) was 140.1 million tonnes (Mt) in November 2025, a 4.6% decrease compared to November 2024. Africa produced 2.0 Mt in November 2025, up 7.4% on November 2024. Asia and Oceania produced 99.9 Mt, down 7.1%. The EU (27) produced 10.2
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Emirates Steel, a subsidiary of the EMSTEEL Group, announced that it has maintained rebar prices for January 2026 production. The company kept the ex-works price of rebar unchanged at AED 2,648 (USD 721). The above prices do not include the 5% value-added tax (VAT). Emirates Steel is headquartered in Abu Dhabi, with an annual production
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The Amena Energy Consortium has signed a strategic memorandum of understanding with Meranti Green Steel to supply green hydrogen for a major industrial project aimed at producing low-carbon iron in the Special Economic Zone at Duqm, with an annual capacity of 2.5 million tons. This step marks an important milestone in Oman’s journey toward carbon
EMSTEEL, one of the region’s largest publicly listed steel and building materials companies, said its low-carbon sheet piles were used in one of the UK’s major rail infrastructure projects, supporting the expansion of Oxford Railway Station through its UK partner, Sheet Piling (UK) Limited. The sustainable sheet piles were installed as part of a GBP
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Qatar Steel has signed a cooperation agreement with Qatar Primary Materials Company (QPMC) to recycle iron and steel recovered from construction and demolition waste at the Rawdat Rashed site. The partnership supports Qatar’s push toward a circular economy by converting reclaimed metals into reusable industrial inputs. Under the agreement, QPMC will extract and sort steel
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The Saudi Iron and Steel Company (Hadeed) has announced an increase in rebar prices (12–32 mm) for the month of December by SAR 40 (USD 10), bringing the new price to SAR 2,120 (USD 565) per ton. Wire rod prices (6.5–16 mm) have also risen by SAR 25 (USD 6), reaching SAR 2,270 (USD 605)
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The steel industry in the United Arab Emirates continues to record sustainable growth in 2025, supported by strong demand from the construction sector, as well as from manufacturing activities and major projects in housing and infrastructure. Industrial data shows that the country’s crude steel production reached 3.25 million tons in 2024, while the output of
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Emsteel Group, one of the region’s largest publicly listed producers of steel and construction materials, has announced its key contribution to the development of the Zayed National Museum located in the Cultural District on Saadiyat Island. The museum was inaugurated by His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE, may God
The African Development Bank and the European Investment Bank signed a $275 million financing package to help Mauritania modernize its main railway line. The two banks said in a statement that the agreement stipulates that the African Development Bank will contribute $150 million and the European Investment Bank $125 million to modernize the railway line
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Sharjeel Azhar, CEO of Al-Ittifaq Steel, stated that the company’s largest markets are concentrated within the region and explained that Al-Ittifaq Steel was the first Saudi exporter to Canada, and has also exported to Hong Kong, Singapore, and countries in the Far East. However, With current global steel price levels, Azhar believes the main focus
ADNOC Gas announced on Wednesday the signing of a landmark agreement with EMSTEEL valued between $3.5 and $4.2 billion. The 20-year agreement, effective January 1, 2027, secures a stable and reliable supply of lower-carbon natural gas to power EMSTEEL’s operations and future growth. “This landmark agreement to supply EMSTEEL with lower-carbon natural gas underpins ADNOC
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The steel sector in the Arab region recorded a steady and balanced performance during October 2025 across the Gulf, North Africa, and the Eastern Mediterranean. Most Arab countries achieved notable growth in production, supported by continued industrial expansion and rising local and regional demand for steel products.Aggregated data for the period from January to October
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The Board of Directors of the Chamber of Metal Industries at the Afro-Asian General Union of Investors held its first meeting on the sidelines of the Middle East Iron and Steel Conference in Dubai. The meeting addressed the major transformations taking place in the global iron and steel industry, particularly shifts in trade flows, the
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Saudi Minister of Municipal, Rural Affairs and Housing and Chairman of the Real Estate General Authority, Majid Al-Hogail, said that the results achieved at the Cityscape Expo reflect the strength of Saudi Arabia’s real estate sector and the development of its investment environment, noting that more than SAR 237 billion in real estate deals were
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