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Nucor Expands Decatur, Alabama, Manufacturing Operations
nucor production steel usa
24 October 2026
Related Research Steel and steel products manufacturer Nucor Corporation plans to expand its operations in Decatur, Alabama. The $60 million project is expected to create 60 jobs in Morgan County. The investment will increase production capacity at the …
https://companies.einnews.com/article/952068599?lcf=xgyvabykuLNgZ5DVug6dXCU94D2Sqs87prISK7QXoGM=


Kraftblock Study: Large Amounts of Waste Heat Remain Unused in ...
europe investment steel
23 October 2026
Kraftblock Study: Large Amounts of Waste Heat Remain Unused in the Steel Industry 23.10.2026 At current gas prices, the unused waste heat from the flare alone in an average European steel plant is worth just under €14 million per year. In almost every other key production step of steelmaking, too, energy is lost as waste heat that could be recovered with storage technology available today. Read more
https://www.wire-tradefair.com/en/Media_News/News/Industry_News/Kraftblock_Study_Large_Amounts_of_Waste_Heat_Remain_Unused_in_the_Steel_Industry


WV Stahl: German Steel Output Falls in Sep as Blast Furnace Production ...
germany production steel
23 October 2026
Crude steel production in Germany fell significantly in September, declining 13% year on year to…
https://eurometal.net/wv-stahl-german-steel-output-falls-in-sep-as-blast-furnace-production-falters/


Federacciai: Italian Steel Output Rebounds as New Import Measures ...
italy production steel
23 October 2026
Italian steel production returned to growth in September, ending a two-month declining streak, as…
https://eurometal.net/federacciai-italian-steel-output-rebounds-as-new-import-measures-support-producers/


Fortescue Warns of Pilbara Cuts if China Deadlock Continues
australia fmg iron ore production
22 October 2026
The iron ore miner's stockpiles are growing amid Beijing's hardball tactics. It may be forced to cut production if an agreement cannot be reached.
https://www.afr.com/companies/mining/fortescue-flags-trouble-ahead-if-china-talks-remain-unresolved-20261022-p61789


Nucor Expanding Decatur Operation with $60 Million Investment ...
nucor production usa
21 October 2026
DECATUR, Ala. —Nucor Corp. is expanding its Decatur operation with a $60 million investment that is expected to create 60 new jobs in Morgan County. The company plans to expand its Towers & Structures facility, increasing its utility pole production …
https://companies.einnews.com/article/951174570?lcf=xgyvabykuLNgZ5DVug6dXCU94D2Sqs87prISK7QXoGM=


M.c. Dean Plans $412.5 Million Expansion of Virginia Campus
investment
20 October 2026
Power and technology engineering firm M.C. Dean has announced it will invest $412.5 million to expand production capabilities at its Modular Mission Critical manufacturing campus in Caroline County, Va.
https://www.thefabricator.com/thefabricator/news/shopmanagement/mc-dean-plans-4125-million-expansion-of-virginia-campus


Iron-rich Foods That are Great for Lactating Women Etimes.In ...
production
20 October 2026
Iron-rich foods that are great for lactating women etimes.in / Oct 24, 2026, 14:31 (IST) For nursing mothers, nutrition is paramount to restore energy levels and ensure high-quality breast milk production. Incorporating iron-rich foods like leafy greens, lentils, and halim seeds significantly boosts maternal health. Including lean meats and eggs provides easily absorbed heme iron, while quick snacks such as sesame seed laddoos offer convenient nourishment. A well-rounded diet, sufficient
https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/etimes/wellness/iron-rich-foods-that-are-great-for-lactating-women/articleshow/135166564.cms


Green Steel Production Needs Electricity, European Plan: Rauber
emissions europe production steel
20 October 2026
Green steel production depends on resolving issues related to energy costs and electricity…
https://eurometal.net/green-steel-production-needs-electricity-european-plan-rauber/


Governor Kay Ivey Announces $60 Million Nucor Corp. Expansion ...
nucor production usa
20 October 2026
DECATUR, Ala. (WAFF) - Governor Kay Ivey announced a $60 million expansion coming to Nucor Corp. on Tuesday, creating more jobs in the area. The expansion will increase utility pole production and add laydown and galvanizing-inspection space, Ivey's office …
https://companies.einnews.com/article/951046228?lcf=xgyvabykuLNgZ5DVug6dXCU94D2Sqs87prISK7QXoGM=


Press Brake Handles High-Mix Jobs to Mass Production
production
19 October 2026
Optonics, powered by Mazak, has introduced the XB series high-precision press brake, designed to handle everything from high-mix/low-volume jobs to mass production.
https://www.thefabricator.com/thefabricator/product/bending/press-brake-handles-high-mix-jobs-to-mass-production


Ukraine: Zaporizhstal Again Attacked by Russian Troops
employment ukraine
19 October 2026
On October 17, Russia again attacked the Zaporizhstal plant with ballistic missiles, which after a series of previous strikes never returned to normal production mode. At dawn, six ballistic missiles hit the internal energy and logistics infrastructure, and also damaged the blast furnace production sites again. Thanks to the timely transition of workers to shelters,…
https://metalukraine.com/2026/10/19/ukraine-zaporizhstal-again-attacked-by-russian-troops.html


Uzbekistan: Metallurgical Industry up in January-August 2026
production uzbekistan
19 October 2026
Uzbekistan’s metallurgical industry produced goods worth 243.6 trillion sums in January-August, an increase of 7.8% compared with the same period last year, according to the National Statistics Committee. Navoi region accounted for the largest share of production, with output reaching 157.6 trillion sums. Tashkent region ranked second at 62 trillion sums, while the city of…
https://metalukraine.com/2026/10/19/uzbekistan-metallurgical-industry-up-in-january-august-2026.html


The Next Evolution of Nesting Software for Metal Fabrication
production
15 October 2026
Nesting software has evolved beyond maximizing material yield. Advances in automation and AI could help metal fabricators optimize cutting operations, improve downstream material flow, and make smarter production decisions.
https://www.thefabricator.com/thefabricator/article/lasercutting/the-next-evolution-of-nesting-software-for-metal-fabrication


Estonia: Silmet Promises to Drop Russian Supplier by Year's ...
metals production russia
15 October 2026
Estonian rare earth metals producer Silmet plans to end its reliance on Russian raw materials until the end of the year, a move that will involve reduced production and temporary shutdowns at its existing facility. Silmet’s parent company, NEO Materials Group, has reportedly circulated information internally and to Estonian government agencies indicating that it is…
https://metalukraine.com/2026/10/15/estonia-silmet-promises-to-drop-russian-supplier-by-years-end.html


Rio Tinto Says Oil Price Shock Advantages Australian Miners
australia mining production rio tinto
14 October 2026
Rio Tinto says rivals with longer shipping routes are curbing production as fuel prices play to Australia's geographic advantage.
https://www.afr.com/companies/mining/rio-tinto-says-oil-price-shock-advantages-australian-miners-20261014-p615ab


Magnitogorsk Will Host a Hardware Industry Conference
mmk production
10 October 2026
September 15-16, Magnitogorsk will host the 15th international conference "WIRE FASTENERS", where participants will discuss current issues of the hardware industry development, as well as get acquainted with the production capabilities of the MMK-METIZ Magnitogorsk Hardware and Calibration Plant (OJSC MMK-METIZ, part of the MMK Group). The organizers of the event are the Prommetiz Association and the Metal Supply and Sales Institute. Among the main topics of the forum are the dynamics
https://www.akm.ru/eng/press/magnitogorsk-will-host-a-hardware-industry-conference/?sphrase_id=1164554


Naveen Jindal Weighs Bid for EU Firm Celsa
europe jspl steel
8 October 2026
Naveen 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. The creditors controlling Celsa have invested significantly to stabilize the company's finances after a lengthy restructuring.
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/industry/indl-goods/svs/steel/naveen-jindal-weighs-bid-for-eu-firm-celsa/articleshow/134601730.cms


SAIL H1 Hot Metal Output 10.2 Mt, up 2% on Year
india production sail steel
5 October 2026
Steel 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 production of around 2 million tonnes, while September marked the highest saleable steel sales at 1.
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 Furnace
production
5 October 2026
At 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


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