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🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Nigeria seeks German investment to develop steel industry

Nigeria is aiming to attract long-term German investments to enhance its steel industry and transition from raw material exports to value-added production.

Mar 4 • 14:37 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
World

Failed start-up of the blast furnace in Spain. The steel giant has a serious problem

A steel company in Spain is facing significant challenges after five failed attempts to restart a blast furnace, leading to its shutdown and a potential two-year repair process costing around €100 million.

Feb 19 • 10:42 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
National & Local

Ternium begins operations of the third phase of expansion in the Industrial Center in Pesquería

Steel company Ternium has confirmed the launch of operations for the third phase of its industrial project in Pesquería, Mexico, including a $4 billion investment upon completion.

Feb 19 • 04:32 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Not Steel Fabrication, Instead... The Operator is Seen Making Children Work in the Video

A shocking truth has emerged following a devastating explosion in Bhivadi, Rajasthan, where illegal firecracker production was taking place under the guise of a steel fabrication unit.

Feb 18 • 10:48 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

Košice Steelworks Doubled Profit in First Year Under Japanese Ownership Despite Lowest Production Since COVID

The Košice Steelworks in Slovakia significantly improved its profitability in the first year under Japanese ownership, even while facing record low steel production since 2020.

Feb 16 • 11:24 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

Ilva, another 'no' from the judges. The damage rises to 2.4 billion

Judges in Taranto have denied the request to lift the seizure of the high oven at the former Ilva steel plant, resulting in significant economic damages.

Feb 13 • 06:36 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

Ilva captures 4 million tons

Ilva, after significant investments, plans to resume production at 4 million tons and updates stakeholders on the restart schedule of two blast furnaces.

Feb 12 • 04:00 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Ternium takes control of Usiminas after buying Nippon's stake in Brazil

Ternium has acquired the remaining stake of Nippon in Usiminas, solidifying its control over the Brazilian steel company.

Feb 11 • 22:26 UTC
🇸🇪 SVT Nyheter
National & Local

Sudden Stop for Green Steel Production in the World – but Stegra has Progressed Furthest

The green steel and iron production sector experienced a significant slowdown last year, with several projects being postponed or halted, particularly in Europe, although Sweden's Stegra initiative shows the most progress.

Feb 11 • 06:22 UTC
🇸🇪 Aftonbladet
National & Local

Sudden halt for green steel in the world

The green steel and iron production sector faced significant setbacks last year, with only two new projects announced while many were paused or scrapped, according to the Green Steel Tracker.

Feb 11 • 05:50 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

ArcelorMittal secures its foothold in France by investing 1.3 billion euros in decarbonization

ArcelorMittal is investing 1.3 billion euros in electric arc furnace construction in Dunkirk, emphasizing its commitment to steel production in France.

Feb 10 • 10:38 UTC
🇸🇪 SVT Nyheter
National & Local

The dredger Hector helps the port of Oxelösund grow

The port of Oxelösund, one of Sweden's largest cargo ports, is undergoing expansion to support SSAB's goal of fossil-free steel production.

Feb 9 • 11:43 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
Life & Tech

Scientists told Al Jazeera: We have invented a steel that consumes less energy

Researchers from the University of Illinois have discovered a physical explanation for how magnetic fields slow the motion of carbon atoms in steel, potentially leading to more energy-efficient steel production.

Feb 9 • 03:48 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
Life & Tech

Hyundai Steel begins mass production of carbon-reducing steel plates that reduce carbon emissions by 20%

Hyundai Steel has started mass production of 'carbon-reducing steel plates' that cut carbon emissions by 20% compared to its existing products, aiming to supply them initially to Hyundai and Kia's domestic and European vehicle models while expanding globally.

Feb 3 • 03:23 UTC
🇨🇿 iRozhlas
National & Local

Will Ostrava become a steel city again? The company Nová huť wants to restore its production within four years

The company Nová huť plans to revive steel production in Ostrava within four years, raising hopes for a return to the city's industrial roots.

Jan 13 • 05:00 UTC

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