Assofermet reports stable prices after summer lull - unstable scrap market

Milan - Many operators opted for early closures in response to weak demand and limited visibility troughout August.

5. Sep 2025

Shougang Jingtang commissions SMS to supply new continuous galvanizing line

Düsseldorf - New plant will focus on producing high-quality galvanized steel for automotive applications and is designed to reach an annual output of 450,000 tons.

4. Sep 2025

South Korean steelmakers remain hopeful for improved US trade terms

Sheffield - Expectations that a bilateral summit in Washington could ease the Trump administration’s 50% import tariffs were not fulfilled.

4. Sep 2025

Stahl Gerlafingen boosts output and reliability with wire rod mill upgrade

Gerlafingen / London - Modernisation, supplied by Primetals Technologies, focused on the installation of a new laying head system and advanced automation components.

29. Aug 2025

WV Stahl renews contract with managing director Kerstin Maria Rippel

Berlin - Early renewal signals continuity and long-term commitment at a time of major challenges for the steel industry.

29. Aug 2025

European Commission confirms CBAM to begin on 1 January 2026

Brussels - In response to recent speculation about a possible delay, the European Commission has reaffirmed the existing legislative timeline.

29. Aug 2025

Golden Aluminum and SMS group commission next-generation strip caster

Düsseldorf / Fort Lupton - The jointly developed technology enables the continuous casting of high-alloy aluminum grades in a compact, energy-efficient production line.

28. Aug 2025

US steel importers adjust supply strategies under 50% tariffs

Sheffield - New data from the International Trade Administration (ITA) shows that the impact on overall volumes and pricing has so far been limited.

28. Aug 2025

Baosteel completes gearbox overhaul at hot strip mill with SMS

Düsseldorf - The scope of work included online measurement and alignment of gearboxes , complete disassembly, inspection and testing of key components.

28. Aug 2025

Tyasa orders advanced bar drawing line from Danieli Centro Maskin

Buttrio - The latest contract includes a newly patented 60-tonne pinion/rack drawing bench for the production of high-quality steel bars.

23. Aug 2025

Liberty Speciality Steel placed into administration under UK government

London - The key supplier of advanced steel products in the UK, has entered administration following a High Court winding-up petition.

23. Aug 2025