50 stories · Latest: 00:00 GMT, 11 Oct 2026
Govt Releases Draft National Steel Policy 2047, Targets 604 Mt CapacitySun, 11 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMTThe government has released a new steel policy to boost India's crude steel capacity to 604 million tonnes by 2047, enhance industry competitiveness and address key import challenges. According to the draft National Steel Policy 2047, finished steel demand will rise to 505 MT by 2047, per capita consumption to 302 kg and steel exports to 45...
https://www.business-standard.com/industry/news/govt-releases-draft-national-steel-policy-2047-targets-604-mt-capacity-126101100130_1.html
Draft Steel Policy Eyes Nearly Threefold Rise in Capacity by 2047Sun, 11 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMTRoadmap envisages major expansion in slurry pipelines with support from viability gap funding, a 39 per cent cut in emission intensity, 45 MT exports and measures to expand scrap use
https://www.business-standard.com/economy/news/economy-news-draft-steel-policy-targets-604-mt-capacity-by-2047-126101100296_1.html
Delayed UK EAF Investments Could Miss Demand WindowSat, 10 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMTDelaying investment into new electric arc furnace capacity in the UK could result in steelmakers…
https://eurometal.net/delayed-uk-eaf-investments-could-miss-demand-window/
Webco Industries to Expand Oklahoma OperationsFri, 09 Oct 2026 12:41:00 GMTWebco Industries Inc., a manufacturer of carbon and stainless steel tubing products headquartered in Sand Springs, Okla., has announced plans to expand its Oklahoma operations at Port Muskogee.
https://www.thefabricator.com/tubepipejournal/news/tubepipeproduction/webco-industries-to-expand-oklahoma-operations
Kazakhstan: $150-Million Modernization Plan Underway for Rare Earth Metals PlantFri, 09 Oct 2026 09:00:02 GMTThe rare earth metals plant (Sacero LLP) in Stepnogorsk, owned by the Kazakh company Silkway Metals (a subsidiary of Australia’s Lindian Resources), was announced by the Akmola region akimat (state administration). The project is estimated to cost $150 million. Of this, $50 million is planned for upgrading the existing plant, and another...
https://metalukraine.com/2026/10/09/kazakhstan-150-million-modernization-plan-underway-for-rare-earth-metals-plant.html
MMK Launched Blast Furnace No. 7 After Major Repairs for 4.8 Billion RublesFri, 09 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMTThis is stated on the MMK website. After the repair, the furnace's capacity increased to 1.1 million tons of pig iron per year from 1 million tons. Coke consumption has also decreased by 16 kg per 1 ton of cast iron. During the modernization, the complex of air heaters …
https://www.akm.ru/eng/news/mmk-launched-blast-furnace-no-7-after-major-repairs-for-4-8-billion-rubles/?sphrase_id=1127939
We Expect the Moscow Exchange Index to Consolidate Below the 2,300 Point MarkFri, 09 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMTAs a result, the Moscow Exchange index fell by 1.2% at the end of the session, retreating slightly below 2,270 points. Among the sectors, we note the pressure on metallurgists, where the decline was led by Mechel, TMK and MMK, which lost 3.9%, 3.6% and 3.2%, as well as financial companies, where Sovcombank and AFK Sistema were under significant...
https://www.akm.ru/eng/comments/we-expect-the-moscow-exchange-index-to-consolidate-below-the-2-300-point-mark/?sphrase_id=1127939
BHP or Rio Brokers at Odds Over the ASX's Best Copper StockFri, 09 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMTAs the red metal's long-term boom collides with near-term price swings, the market can't decide whether Rio Tinto or BHP offers the smarter exposure.
https://www.afr.com/markets/commodities/bhp-or-rio-brokers-at-odds-over-the-asx-s-best-copper-stock-20261009-p613hu
Uzbekistan: Geological Exploration Expands to 200,000 Sq. KmFri, 09 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMTThe level of geological exploration coverage in Uzbekistan increased from 20% to 45% in 2016-2025, while the area studied grew from 89,000 to 200,000 square kilometres. During the period, 185 prospective areas and more than 50 mineral deposits were identified. In 2025, geological exploration was carried out under 289 projects. As a result, 33...
https://metalukraine.com/2026/10/09/uzbekistan-geological-exploration-expands-to-200000-sq-km.html
Trasteel Acquires Remaining 40% Stake in Bbc AlloysFri, 09 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMTTrasteel Holding announced on 7 October 2026 that its subsidiary, Trasteel International, had…
https://eurometal.net/trasteel-acquires-remaining-40-stake-in-bbc-alloys/
Indiana Gov. Braun Grows Jobs as Nucor Corporation Chooses Indiana for Additional ExpansionFri, 09 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMTINDIANAPOLIS – Indiana Governor Mike Braun announced today that Nucor Corporation, the largest U.S.-based steel producer, announced plans to expand its Towers & Structures manufacturing operations in Crawfordsville, creating up to 100 new jobs by the …
https://companies.einnews.com/pr_news/948365130/indiana-gov-braun-grows-jobs-as-nucor-corporation-chooses-indiana-for-additional-expansion
Nucor Corporation Expands Crawfordsville, Indiana, Manufacturing OperationsFri, 09 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMTRelated Research Steel manufacturer Nucor Corporation plans to expand its operations in Crawfordsville, Indiana. The $105 million project is expected to create 100 jobs in Montgomery County. The investment will include more than 120,000 square feet of …
https://companies.einnews.com/article/948532616?lcf=xgyvabykuLNgZ5DVug6dXCU94D2Sqs87prISK7QXoGM=
Steel Dynamics Announces Third Quarter 2026 Earnings Conference Call and WebcastThu, 08 Oct 2026 19:33:36 GMTFORT WAYNE, Ind., Oct. 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Steel Dynamics, Inc. (NASDAQ/GS: STLD), a leading industrial metals solutions company in North America, today announced it intends to release third quarter 2026 financial results after market close on Monday, October 19, 2026. The teleconference is scheduled to begin at 11:00 a.m. Eastern...
https://ir.steeldynamics.com/steel-dynamics-announces-third-quarter-2026-earnings-conference-call-and-webcast/
Fortescue Iron Ore Sales Slump as China Cranks up the PressureThu, 08 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMTThe iron ore miner says sales volumes have fallen over the past three months because of ongoing tensions with China's central purchasing agency.
https://www.afr.com/companies/mining/fortescue-iron-ore-sales-slump-as-china-cranks-up-the-pressure-20261008-p613sf
A Tariff Blow to the Iron and Steel Sector: Ukrainian Railways Wants to Raise Freight Rates AgainThu, 08 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMTThe sharp rise in Ukrainian Railways' freight rates will have negative consequences for the Ukrainian economy as a whole
https://gmk.center/en/posts/a-tariff-blow-to-the-iron-and-steel-sector-ukrainian-railways-wants-to-raise-freight-rates-again/
Naveen Jindal Weighs Bid for EU Firm CelsaThu, 08 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMTNaveen Jindal, chairman of Jindal Steel, is considering a €5-billion bid for European steelmaker Celsa to enhance his operations. The discussions are at a preliminary stage and could attract competition from other bidders. Celsa, headquartered in Barcelona, has a manufacturing capacity of 7.5 million tonnes and is focused on long steel products....
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/industry/indl-goods/svs/steel/naveen-jindal-weighs-bid-for-eu-firm-celsa/articleshow/134601730.cms
Kohler Leveling Appoints National Sales Manager for U.s.Wed, 07 Oct 2026 15:26:00 GMTKohler Leveling, a provider of leveling technology for metal fabrication, has appointed Joe Salesi as national sales manager for the U.S.
https://www.thefabricator.com/thefabricator/news/shopmanagement/kohler-leveling-appoints-national-sales-manager-for-us
Primetals Press Release: Dingsheng Chooses Primetals Technologies Flatness ControlWed, 07 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMTPrimetals Technologies delivers 23 aluminum flatness control packages to Jiangsu Dingsheng foil mills in China, boosting strip quality and efficiency.
https://www.primetals.com/en/news/dingsheng-again-chooses-primetals-technologies-for-proven-aluminum-flatness-control-solutions/
Steel Dynamics Press Release: Tue, 06 Oct 2026Tue, 06 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMTSteel Dynamics News: Wells Fargo upgrades Cleveland-Cliffs to $14 on hidden 2027 upside
https://www.investing.com/news/stock-market-news/wells-fargo-upgrades-clevelandcliffs-to-14-on-hidden-2027-upside-4934191
Proxy Adviser Opposes Hinchliffe's BHP Board Role After Kpmg MeetingsTue, 06 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMTThe Ownership Matters recommendation comes as investigation by Macquarie concludes that directors Michelle Hinchliffe and Susan Lloyd-Hurwitz did not breach its "policies or rules".
https://www.afr.com/companies/professional-services/proxy-adviser-opposes-hinchliffe-s-bhp-board-role-after-kpmg-meetings-20261006-p6134t
POSCO Future M Signs Krw 1.1 Trillion Lfp Cathode Material Supply Contract with Sk On… Order WinsTue, 06 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMTPOSCO Future M signs KRW 1.1 trillion LFP Cathode Material Supply Contract with SK On… Order wins gather pace #LFP #LFP cathode material #POSCO Future M 2026/10/06
https://newsroom.posco.com/en/posco-future-m-signs-krw-1-1-trillion-lfp-cathode-material-supply-contract-with-sk-on-order-wins-gather-pace/
Saudi Arabia's Steel Industry: a National PriorityTue, 06 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMTRiyadh's policy of import substitution has created favourable conditions for the metallurgical industry
https://gmk.center/en/posts/saudi-arabia-s-steel-industry-a-national-priority/
Jindal Stainless, Iocl Renew Lubricants Supply Pact for Five YearsMon, 05 Oct 2026 17:30:00 GMTJindal Stainless, one of India’s leading stainless steel manufacturers, and Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL) have renewed their Lubricants Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI) partnership for
https://www.chemanalyst.com/NewsAndDeals/NewsDetails/jindal-stainless-iocl-renew-lubricants-supply-pact-44812
SAIL H1 Hot Metal Output 10.2 Mt, up 2% on YearMon, 05 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMTSteel Authority of India Ltd has set a new benchmark with a record hot metal production of 10.2 million tonnes for the period of April to September 2026. The company also achieved significant figures in crude and finished steel production, totaling 9.6 million and 8.39 million tonnes respectively. Notably, high-end steel saw a remarkable...
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/industry/indl-goods/svs/steel/sail-h1-hot-metal-output-10-2-mt-up-2-on-year/articleshow/134712533.cms
Comprehensive Modernization of an Ebner Hicon® Pusher FurnaceMon, 05 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMTAt Yeongju in South Korea, NOVELIS Korea is modernizing the HICON® pusher furnace facility that has been in operation since 2005 in cooperation with EBNER. The existing facility is used for heating and homogenizing aluminum ingots and represents an essential part of the production chain.
https://ebnergroup.cc/en/comprehensive-modernization-of-an-ebner-hicon-pusher-furnace
Steelonthenet.com Insights Report: the One-Way Door: Why Carbon Steelmakers Divest Specialty SteelSun, 04 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMTIndependent analysis of whether carbon and specialty steelmaking belong under one roof. Traces roughly thirty ownership changes across nine countries and five decades, finding that carbon steel majors divest specialty businesses about three times as often as they acquire them — and that only one clean reversal appears in the record. Sets out the...
https://www.steelonthenet.com/insights/one-way-door-specialty-steel.html
Hydrogen Infrastructure Update: Jacobs Extends Role on Duisburg Direct-Reduction PlantSat, 03 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMTHydrogen news Hydrogen Infrastructure Update: Jacobs Extends Role on Duisburg Direct-Reduction Plant Jacobs Solutions extends its program and construction management role on thyssenkrupp Steel's hydrogen DRI plant in Duisburg, a 2.5 Mt/y facility back… Oct 3, 2026 By Jake Banks 7 ☼ Research
https://www.hydrogenfuelnews.com/hydrogen-infrastructure-update-jacobs-extends-role-on-duisburg-direct-reduction-/8576796/
Outokumpu Introduces Evomaterials Technology PlatformFri, 02 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMTOutokumpu introduces EvoMaterials technology platform 02.10.2026 Outokumpu has introduced EvoMaterials, a new technology platform for producing low-CO₂, high-purity metals. The sulfidation-based process will initially be used for chromium materials and could later be extended to other metals such as nickel and molybdenum. A pilot plant in the...
https://www.wire-tradefair.com/en/Media_News/News/Industry_News/Outokumpu_introduces_EvoMaterials_technology_platform
Brazil Mine Licence System Faces Court TestFri, 02 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMTBrazil is trying to speed up mine approvals just as its Supreme Court weighs challenges that could undo parts of the country's new environmental licensing system. The overhaul sets national…
https://www.northernminer.com/news/brazil-mine-licence-system-faces-court-test/1003895404/
Chinese Electrolytic Chromium Coated Steel Market Softens Amid Raw Material Shifts and Weak Peak-Season DemandThu, 01 Oct 2026 17:40:00 GMTThe Chinese Electrolytic Chromium Coated Steel (ECCS) market is operating under cautious sentiment as loosening feedstock costs and underwhelming downstream peak-season consumption weigh on trade a
https://www.chemanalyst.com/NewsAndDeals/NewsDetails/chinese-electrolytic-chromium-coated-steel-market-softens-44799
Peter Brennan Appointed Director-General of UK SteelThu, 01 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMTPeter Brennan appointed Director-General of UK Steel 1st October 2026: Peter Brennan appointed Director-General of UK Steel, taking over the leadership of the trade association at a pivotal moment for the UK steel industry. Peter succeeds Gareth Stace, who steps down after 12 years as Director-General. Read More
https://www.uksteel.org/steel-news-2026/peter-brennan-appointed-director-general-of-uk-steel
The September Edition of the Responsiblesteel Newsletter is Out!Thu, 01 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMTThe September edition of the ResponsibleSteel Newsletter is out! September marks an important milestone for ResponsibleSteel with the launch of the public consultation on proposed revisions to the International Production Standard. Stakeholders are now invited to review and provide feedback on proposals relating to greenhouse gas emissions, just...
https://www.responsiblesteel.org/news/the-september-edition-of-the-responsiblesteel-newsletter-is-out
Primetals Press Release: Primetals Technologies and Zhongshou Set Arvedi ESP RecordsThu, 01 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMTPrimetals Technologies Arvedi ESP line at Zhongshou in China sets world records for ultra-thin eHRC, 7 t/min productivity.
https://www.primetals.com/en/news/primetals-technologies-breaks-one-record-after-another-at-zhongshou-arvedi-esp-plant-in-china/
Stegra Seeks More Capital – Again – for Green Steel Megaplant on 'significantly Higher ThanThu, 01 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMTCompanies/ Environment Stegra Seeks More Capital – Again – for Green Steel Megaplant on 'significantly Higher than Assumed' Costs Mark Segal October 1, 2026 Swedish green iron and steel maker Stegra announced the completion of a 100-day review of its […]
https://www.esgtoday.com/stegra-seeks-more-capital-to-build-green-steel-megaplant-on-significantly-higher-than-assumed-costs/
Stegra Seeks More Capital (Again) for Green Steel Megaplant on 'significantly Higher than Assumed'Thu, 01 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMTCompanies/ Environment Stegra Seeks More Capital (Again) for Green Steel Megaplant on 'significantly Higher than Assumed' Costs Mark Segal October 1, 2026 Swedish green iron and steel maker Stegra announced the completion of a 100-day review of its […]
https://www.esgtoday.com/stegra-seeks-more-capital-to-build-green-steel-megaplant-on-significantly-higher-than-assumed-costs/
Miners, Banks and Supermarkets 'Pay Very Large Amounts of Tax'Thu, 01 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMTMining companies BHP and Rio Tinto were the largest contributors to Australia's $87.5 billion corporate tax haul from large businesses.
https://www.afr.com/policy/economy/miners-banks-and-supermarkets-pay-very-large-amounts-of-tax-20261001-p611pt
Consultation Now Open: Help Shape Version 3.0 of the Responsiblesteel International Production StandardWed, 30 Sep 2026 00:00:00 GMTConsultation now open: Help shape Version 3.0 of the ResponsibleSteel International Production Standard The International Production Standard is the foundation of ResponsibleSteel's certification programme and a key tool for driving more socially and environmentally responsible steel production globally. As the steel industry continues to...
https://www.responsiblesteel.org/news/consultation-now-open-help-shape-version-3-0-of-the-responsiblesteel-international-production-standard
Big Super Fires up Bid for Rio Tinto's Power InfrastructureWed, 30 Sep 2026 00:00:00 GMTIFM Investors has been working with Macquarie Capital to prepare an indicative bid.
https://www.afr.com/street-talk/big-super-fires-up-bid-for-rio-tinto-s-power-infrastructure-20260930-p611ff
Tenova Press Release: Wed, 30 Sep 2026Wed, 30 Sep 2026 00:00:00 GMTTenova to Supply Second Consteel® EAF to Nippon Steel's Hirohata Plant
https://tenova.com/newsroom/press-releases/tenova-supply-second-consteelr-eaf-nippon-steels-hirohata-plant
Green Steel World and Hydrogen Tech World 2026: a RetrospectTue, 29 Sep 2026 09:11:21 GMTThe 2026 editions of the Green Steel World and Hydrogen Tech World Conferences brought together industry leaders in Düsseldorf on 23 & 24 September.
https://greensteelworld.com/green-steel-world-and-hydrogen-tech-world-2026-a-retrospect
Tenova Press Release: Tue, 29 Sep 2026Tue, 29 Sep 2026 00:00:00 GMTTenova, in collaboration with GE Vernova, to supply the World's Largest EAF to Nippon Steel's Yawata Works
https://tenova.com/newsroom/press-releases/tenova-collaboration-ge-vernova-supply-worlds-largest-eaf-nippon-steels
Fortescue Produces First Hot Metal from DRI Smelting Furnace Technology in AustraliaMon, 28 Sep 2026 07:50:58 GMTFortescue's Christmas Creek Green Metal Project, featuring Metso's DRI smelting furnace technology, has produced its first hot metal in the Pilbara, Western Australia.
https://greensteelworld.com/fortescue-produces-first-hot-metal-from-dri-smelting-furnace-technology-in-australia
World Steel Association: Steelie Awards 2026Mon, 28 Sep 2026 05:52:32 GMTThe post Steelie Awards 2026 appeared first on worldsteel.org.
https://worldsteel.org/about-us/steelie-awards/steelie-awards-2026/
Rio Tinto and Revocast Partner to Expand Low-Carbon Aluminium Billet Supply in North AmericaMon, 28 Sep 2026 00:00:00 GMTVANCOUVER, Canada – Rio Tinto and RevoCast Aluminum Billets Ltd. have entered into a long-term agreement to expand the supply of low-carbon aluminium billet to extrusion customers across North America. Under the agreement, Rio Tinto will exclusively market billet produced at RevoCast's newly commissioned casting facility in Langley, British...
https://www.riotinto.com/en/news/releases/2026/rio-tinto-and-revocast-partner-to-expand-low-carbon-aluminium-billet-supply-in-north-america
Study: Global Clean Steel Transition Achievable Without Hike in Consumer CostsMon, 28 Sep 2026 00:00:00 GMTResearch makes case for 'revenue neutral' policy approach it claims could support global shift away from fossil fuelled steelmaking without harming industrial competitiveness
https://www.businessgreen.com/news/4536344/study-global-clean-steel-transition-achievable-hike-consumer-costs
Nigeria, Germany Deepen Steel Cooperation as Minister Receives German Oems DelegationFri, 25 Sep 2026 00:00:00 GMTThe Federal Government has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening industrial cooperation between Nigeria and Germany, particularly in steel development, technology transfer, mineral processing and…
https://sciencenigeria.com/nigeria-germany-deepen-steel-cooperation-as-minister-receives-german-oems-delegation/
World Steel Association: August 2026 Crude Steel ProductionThu, 24 Sep 2026 08:40:42 GMTWorld crude steel production for the 70 countries reporting to worldsteel was 144.2 million tonnes (Mt) in August 2026, a 1.2% decrease compared to August 2025. The post August 2026 crude steel production appeared first on worldsteel.org.
https://worldsteel.org/media/press-releases/2026/august-2026-crude-steel-production/
Emsteel Group Continues to Drive Digital Transformation Through Our Immersive Vr Crane Simulation Training.Thu, 24 Sep 2026 06:53:39 GMTFully integrated into our daily operations under our Digital Transformation strategy, the platform utilises 3D simulations and digital twins to deliver safe, standardised and scalable operator […]
https://www.emsteel.com/emsteel-group-continues-to-drive-digital-transformation-through-our-immersive-vr-crane-simulation-training/
Jindal Calls for Coordinated Action to Curb Yamuna Pollution Tnn / Sep 19, 2026, 23:07 (ist)Thu, 24 Sep 2026 00:00:00 GMTJindal calls for coordinated action to curb Yamuna pollution TNN / Sep 19, 2026, 23:07 (IST)
https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/chandigarh/jindal-calls-for-coordinated-action-to-curb-yamuna-pollution/articleshow/134358248.cms
Alnf and Rio Tinto Partner to Strengthen First Nations LanguagesTue, 22 Sep 2026 00:00:00 GMTSYDNEY, Australia -- The Australian Literacy and Numeracy Foundation (ALNF) and Rio Tinto have announced a new three-year partnership to support First Nations communities in preserving, revitalising and strengthening their Languages for future generations.The partnership supports the objectives of the United Nations International Decade of...
https://www.riotinto.com/en/news/releases/2026/alnf-and-rio-tinto-partner-to-strengthen-first-nations-languages
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