Scrap imports increase in Jan-Jul 2026
Turkey imported 11.3 mln tons of scrap in the first seven months of 2026, up 3.7pct YoY, according to data from the Turkish Statistical...
Global long steel market faces weak demand, rising costs – Irepas
The global long steel market remains under pressure from subdued demand, while higher energy costs, supply disruptions and tighter trade restrictions are supporting prices,...
Chinese billet exports to GCC soar in July as logistics crisis persists
Chinese exports of semi-finished steel (primarily billets, HS 7207) to GCC countries surged in July 2026, as regional steelmakers increasingly relied on imported feedstock...
Ekinciler’s steel billet shipments reach record monthly value in August
Turkish steel producer Ekinciler Demir ve Celik shipped steel billets worth USD 25.43 mln in August 2026, marking the company's highest monthly shipment value...
Maghreb Steel sales and revenue rise in Q2 2026
Moroccan steel producer Maghreb Steel recorded higher sales volumes and revenue in the second quarter of 2026, supported mainly by improved sales in the...