Synopsis: - U.S. Steel and Nippon Steel have received full regulatory approval, including an Executive Order from President Trump, for their historic steelmaking partnership, which promises $11 billion in investments by 2028 and safeguards over 100,000 American jobs.

Synopsis: - The US Department of Justice has secured a motion from the DC Circuit Court to pause its legal challenge against Nippon Steel's proposed acquisition of US Steel, effectively placing the antitrust suit in abeyance as merger talks continue.

Synopsis: - Residents of Koppal, Karnataka, have united to oppose the proposed expansion of the Baldota Steel and Power Limited plant, citing severe pollution concerns. Despite directives from Chief Minister Siddaramaiah to halt preparatory work, local authorities have been accused of non-compliance, intensifying the conflict.

Synopsis: - The European Union has formally notified the WTO of its plan to reintroduce country-specific quotas for steel imports from Türkiye, the United Kingdom & South Korea, reversing its earlier global quota policy for category 17 steel products. This revision aims to address inequities triggered by the 15% global cap & will take effect from 1 July 2025, following consultations with affected countries.

Synopsis: - The Coalition of American Metal Manufacturers and Users has raised alarms over the U.S. doubling Section 232 steel & aluminum tariffs, warning it will damage domestic manufacturing, increase costs, and undermine supply chains shared with allies like Canada and Japan.

Synopsis: - ArcelorMittal Spain is transforming its former Villaverde plant into a state-of-the-art steel distribution, recycling & processing centre for the Madrid region, consolidating operations from Getafe & Coslada to streamline logistics & boost sustainability.

Synopsis: - SA Unions have called for the public ownership of the Whyalla Steelworks to safeguard jobs and transform the site into a global hub for green steel. Following Sanjeev Gupta’s exit, the South Australian government seized control under a $2.4 billion rescue plan.

Synopsis: - The Italian government has pledged an additional €200 million to support Acciaierie d’Italia, formerly Ilva, during its transition towards privatization, led by an Azerbaijani consortium including Baku Steel & the Business Development Fund of Azerbaijan.

Synopsis: - CriteriaCaixa, the investment arm of Spain’s “la Caixa” banking group, has withdrawn from its agreement to acquire a 20% stake in Celsa Group, citing shifting market dynamics & strategic recalibration.

Synopsis: - Speciality Steel UK, a subsidiary of Liberty Steel, faces financial turmoil with debts exceeding £618 million. Despite efforts to restructure, including a proposed debt write-off, the company has struggled to regain operational stability at its Sheffield and Rotherham plants. The appointment of a receiver by Together Finance marks a critical juncture in the company's battle for survival.

Synopsis: - Zhongshou Special Steel Group & Primetals Technologies have achieved a record-setting milestone by installing four high-reduction rolling stands for China’s first-ever 4+5 Arvedi ESP line at Luanzhou within just one week, marking the 11th global ESP line set for launch by November 2025.

Synopsis: - POSCO and HD Hyundai Heavy Industries have forged a strategic alliance to advance the application of POSCO’s high-manganese steel in naval shipbuilding, aiming to enhance the durability and performance of future warships.

Synopsis: - Jiangsu Dejing Piping System Technology is set to commission 13 stainless steel pipe production lines by end of June 2025, aiming to expand capacity & strengthen its market presence in China’s competitive steel sector.

Synopsis: - BSRM, Bangladesh’s leading steel manufacturer, has begun producing 50 mm diameter reinforcing steel bars exclusively for the Padma Bridge. This rare innovation marks a regional milestone, making BSRM the only producer of such rebar in South Asia.

Synopsis: - Researchers at Shenzhen University, including Feng Xing & Zhongfeng Zhu, have pioneered a self-sensing steel–FRP composite bar equipped with distributed fiber-optic sensors to detect concrete cracks in real time, enhancing civil infrastructure durability.

Synopsis: - Bourns has launched its new Thick Film on Steel product line, beginning with the TFOS30-1-150 model, to enhance high-energy applications across BESS, solar, motor drives & industrial power systems, offering durability, power, & thermal resilience.

Synopsis: - The U.S. Department of Labor and Trade Representative have requested that Mexico review alleged labor rights violations at Tubos de Acero de Mexico S.A. following claims by Mexican union SINAIN under the USMCA’s Rapid Response Mechanism.

Synopsis: - The U.S. Department of Commerce has issued final results in its 2022 countervailing duty review on finished carbon steel flanges from India, assigning subsidy rates to Norma Group, RNG & other exporters. The review also rescinded action against 30 companies lacking eligible shipments.

Synopsis: - The U.S. Department of Commerce has finalized its decision to impose a 78.17% dumping margin on four Taiwanese steel nail producers, Dar Yu, Liang Chyuan, Tricera & Your Standing International, citing failure to cooperate in an antidumping review for the 2023–2024 period.

Synopsis: - Baowu & Rio Tinto have inaugurated the $2.4 billion Western Range iron ore project in Western Australia, marking a new milestone in their long-term alliance. Dignitaries including Baowu Chairman Hu Wangming, Premier Roger Cook & Rio Tinto CEO Jakob Stausholm attended the launch.

Synopsis: - Erdemir, backed by OYAK Maden Metalürji, hosted the second edition of the SteelOrbis Piyasa Sohbetleri in Istanbul, where leading voices from Türkiye’s steel sector discussed challenges, forecasts & global trends impacting the industry.

Synopsis: - New calls for submissions have opened for four major architecture & design competitions, including the UIA Gold Medal, Steedman Fellowship, Steel Competition, & the Design for Aging Competition, offering global recognition & up to $100,000 in awards.

Synopsis: - Tata Steel CEO T. V. Narendran, in an interview with McKinsey, discussed global steel decarbonization, outlining hydrogen-based plans in the Netherlands, scrap-driven strategies in the UK, & India's EASyMelt innovation as part of Tata’s green transformation roadmap.

Synopsis: - ENTSO E, the European Network of Transmission System Operators for Electricity, has raised key objections to the EU's upcoming Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism, calling for exemptions for electricity TSOs, clearer CO₂ tracking methods, and fairer treatment of grid-balancing flows from third countries. The group seeks urgent revisions before the 2026 rollout.

Synopsis: - Tenaris has earned an Environmental Product Declaration for its seamless steel pipes across seven global sites, validated by Germany's IBU, showcasing its commitment to circularity, transparency & eco-conscious steel production.

Synopsis: - Baosteel has achieved a major milestone by successfully deploying its self-developed hydrogen storage oil casing in Asia’s first deep salt cavern storage facility, showcasing its innovation in safe & sustainable H₂ containment.

Synopsis: - Malaysia’s government, led by Prime Minister Dato’ Seri Anwar Ibrahim, is preparing to introduce a carbon tax by 2026, targeting energy & iron & steel sectors. The initiative draws inspiration from global models in Singapore, the European Union & Indonesia, as explained by the Secretary General in SEASI’s latest briefing.

Synopsis: - Vietnam's steel industry, led by Hoa Phat Group and Vietnam Steel Corporation, is undertaking significant efforts to reduce carbon emissions in response to the European Union's Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism, set to be fully implemented by 2034.

Synopsis: - Esteel Enterprise Sabah Sdn Bhd inaugurated Phase I of its industrial complex in Kota Kinabalu on 30 May 2025, in a ceremony graced by Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim & Chief Minister Hajiji Noor. The project aims to propel Sabah as a pivotal player in the downstream oil & gas sector, spurring employment & economic resilience.

Synopsis: - SEASI’s blog highlights the transformative power of renewable energy in building a safer, healthier, & more resilient future. It underscores global efforts across industries to promote sustainability, reduce emissions, & accelerate innovation in solar, wind, biomass & hydrogen sectors.

Synopsis: - The Community of Madrid has become the first regional government in Europe to issue a European Green Bond aligned with EU Regulation 2023/2631, supported by a pre-issuance review from DNV, securing €500 million to fund eco-conscious transport projects.

Synopsis: - A new study by the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa reveals that airborne iron from coal & steel industries is disrupting ocean life thousands of miles away in the North Pacific Transition Zone, threatening vital fisheries near Hawaiʻi.

Synopsis: - A recent amendment to the EU's CO₂ regulation for passenger cars & vans allows manufacturers to average emissions over 2025–2027, giving them flexibility but delaying climate goals, says a report by the International Council on Clean Transportation.

Synopsis: - Former U.S. President Donald Trump claimed that the U.S. holds a “golden share” in United States Steel Corp., asserting presidential control over the company despite a planned $14.1 billion takeover by Japan’s Nippon Steel.

Synopsis: - The Trump administration has extended 50% steel tariffs to include imported household appliances from countries like South Korea & Mexico. The U.S. Commerce Department will now apply duties based on the steel content of products like refrigerators, dishwashers, & ovens.

Synopsis: - Britain is prepared to enforce its end of a new UK-US tariff agreement on cars, steel, beef & ethanol, pending final approval by President Donald Trump. UK Trade Secretary Jonathan Reynolds says both sides are close to implementation.

Synopsis: - The Australian Steel Institute is urging the government to secure exemption from the US’s newly doubled 50% global steel tariff. ASI fears economic fallout, trade disruption & a flood of cheap imports if relief is not granted.

Synopsis: - ANDRITZ has received final acceptance for its advanced pickling line & acid regeneration systems at voestalpine’s cold rolling mill #3 in Linz, Austria. The project enhances sustainable steel strip production for sectors like automotive & e-mobility.

Synopsis: - Godo Steel has commissioned Danieli to modernize its 87-year-old big bar mill at Himeji Works in Japan, aiming to enhance quality, productivity & safety by installing advanced double-shiftable reverse stands.

Synopsis: - Steel Authority of India Limited’s Rourkela Steel Plant has commissioned its state-of-the-art Ladle Furnace 2D in Steel Melting Shop-II, enhancing steel refining capacity, operational efficiency & safety compliance.

Synopsis: - Sanjog, the crane manufacturing arm of Preet Group, has secured a contract with Bhilai Steel Plant in Chhattisgarh, India, to develop and deploy a 125T/35T x 28m overhead crane designed for liquid metal handling. This project underscores India's commitment to indigenous innovation and self-reliance in the steel industry.

Synopsis: - Hyundai Steel is set to replace Baoshan Iron & Steel as the primary steel supplier for GM Korea, marking a significant move in the automotive supply chain amid escalating U.S.-China trade tensions.

Synopsis: - HBIS has begun supplying green & low-carbon weather-resistant steel (Q355D & Q420ND) for the Dasu 765 kV power transmission project in Pakistan, a key Belt & Road Initiative country, aiming to strengthen the region’s grid & infrastructure.

Synopsis: - Nordec Group Oy has been entrusted by HENT AS to design, manufacture & install the prefabricated steel-concrete structural frame for the towering Spektrumkvarteret project in central Oslo, including a 27-story skyscraper & an adjacent congress complex.

Synopsis: - Acrow Bridge has installed a heavy-duty modular steel bridge in Santa Cruz County, Arizona, to improve access to South32’s Hermosa mining project, enabling transport of critical materials like manganese & zinc.

Synopsis: - Outokumpu Corporation has launched its bold EVOLVE strategy for 2026–2030, aiming to boost shareholder value by streamlining operations in stainless steel, expanding into advanced alloys, & leveraging its exclusive chrome mine within the EU.

Synopsis: - The U.S. Department of Commerce has finalized its antidumping duty review on certain steel nails from Taiwan, determining that four Taiwanese exporters, Dar Yu, Liang Chyuan, Tricera & YSI, sold at below-market prices, incurring a 78.17% dumping margin.

Synopsis: -The U.S. Department of Commerce has concluded that Argentina's Siderca S.A.I.C. sold oil country tubular goods at less than fair value between May 2022 & October 2023. The final antidumping duty margin imposed on Siderca is 6.76%.

Synopsis: - The U.S. Department of Commerce has preliminarily found that Dongkuk Steel & Hyundai Steel of Korea received countervailable subsidies in 2023 for certain cut-to-length carbon-quality steel plates, prompting a partial rescission of review for six other firms.

Synopsis: - The Hauke Oldendorff, the largest bulk carrier ever seen on the Humber, delivered 130,000 metric tons of iron ore from South Africa to British Steel's Immingham Bulk Terminal. The ore will fuel production at the company's Scunthorpe steelworks.

Synopsis: - Mining magnate Gina Rinehart has unified Roy Hill & Atlas Iron into Hancock Iron Ore, combining major Pilbara iron ore operations with over 70 million metric tons annual capacity, aiming to boost regional growth & innovation.

Synopsis: - Joe Kerr, a welder from Tata Steel UK’s Port Talbot site, completed a grueling 450-mile bike ride from Paris to Wales in memory of his late friend Ryan Lewis, raising over $1,700 for Neath Port Talbot Mind, a leading mental health charity.

Synopsis: - The World Steel Association reports a rise in global steel production via Electric Arc Furnaces, reaching 29.1% in 2024. Nations like the US, India, also Italy are driving this shift toward greener, low-CO₂ steelmaking technologies.

Synopsis: - A pathbreaking study by MIT, University of Illinois, & ExxonMobil explores how carbon capture, electric arc furnaces, hydrogen-based fuel, & strategic recycling can help decarbonize the iron & steel sector by up to 75%, aligning the industry with Paris Agreement climate goals.

Synopsis: - Hebei Province is spearheading China's steel sector decarbonisation through innovative financing and policy reforms. The Climate Bonds Initiative and Transition Asia report highlights Hebei's issuance of transition loans and the Bank of China's pioneering green transition bonds, aiming to reduce the steel industry's carbon footprint

Synopsis: - SSAB has partnered with Volvo Cars to deliver SSAB Zero™, a fossil-free steel made using recycled scrap & renewable energy, marking the first use of decarbonized steel in serial automotive production starting this year.

Synopsis: - Solar Steel, in partnership with RP Global, has launched its first solar project in Croatia atop Pag Island, deploying robust fixed structures engineered for extreme weather. The RackSmarT system showcases durable design, corrosion resistance & geotechnical adaptability.

Synopsis: - NH₃ Clean Energy, Pilbara Ports Authority & Oceania Marine Energy have signed a Joint Development Agreement to create low-emission ammonia bunkering operations at Dampier Port by 2030, supporting decarbonised shipping of iron ore from major mines like BHP’s Mt Whaleback & Rio Tinto’s Brockman Hub.

Synopsis: - A blast inside the furnace of Chintpurni Steel Plant near Charhi, Jharkhand caused chaos on Wednesday. Though there were no fatalities, one worker was injured, raising fresh questions about industrial safety in the region.

Synopsis: - Ronald P. Sandmeyer Sr., former President & CEO of Sandmeyer Steel Company, has passed away at the age of 95. His visionary leadership for nearly three decades transformed the family business into a leading stainless steel manufacturer in the U.S.

Synopsis: - The Pennsylvania House passed H.B. 1018, a bill mandating American-made steel in all publicly funded projects, including private developments receiving public subsidies. The bipartisan move, led by Rep. Frank Burns, aims to boost domestic manufacturing & protect U.S. steelworkers.

Synopsis: - ArcelorMittal Long Products Canada is shutting its Hamilton wire drawing mill, leading to 153 job losses, citing U.S. steel tariffs & operational efficiency as key factors. Operations will be consolidated in Montreal.

Synopsis: - Hyundai Steel has suspended operations at its No. 2 plant in Pohang due to prolonged global steel industry downturn & declining domestic demand. The decision follows restructuring efforts, union negotiations & mounting trade pressures.

Synopsis: - The Italian government has pledged continued financial support to Acciaierie d’Italia despite stalled sale talks & operational setbacks following a blast furnace fire. Baku Steel’s bid hinges on unresolved environmental & fiscal conditions.

Synopsis: - The Polish government is in talks to grant PLN 1 billion ($268.5 million) to ArcelorMittal Poland for modernising a blast furnace at its Dąbrowa Górnicza steelworks, aiming to secure jobs & support local steel production amid global economic pressures.

Synopsis: -The Russian market for flat rolled steel is shrinking due to falling demand, with players like Severstal & Karmet navigating surplus stocks, pricing pressures, & competitive tensions. Global markets show similar signs of softening, though factory quotations remain surprisingly stable.

Synopsis: - Jindal Shadeed Iron & Steel LLC, in collaboration with SMS Group, is modernizing its eight-strand Concast billet caster in Sohar Port, Oman, to produce new SBQ steel sections, enhancing product quality & expanding capacity for the global construction industry by the end of 2025.

Synopsis: - Jindal Saw Ltd has announced three major cross-border investments in UAE & Saudi Arabia to establish new manufacturing facilities through subsidiaries & joint ventures, strengthening its presence in the MENA region’s oil, gas & infrastructure sectors.

Synopsis: - Shandong Guangfu Group ignited its 35-meter annular furnace on June 5, advancing its intelligent steel pipe production line, part of a three-line hub serving critical sectors like aerospace, nuclear power & energy.

Synopsis: - Ukrainian firm Interpipe has supplied its first offshore pipes for Turkey’s South Akçakoca Sub-Basin gas field in the Black Sea, using its proprietary UPJ-M premium gas-tight connection, marking a milestone in its global expansion.

Synopsis: - CRC Evans, a UK-based welding specialist, has secured a major contract from Morocco’s OCP Group to execute 12,000 precision welds along a 150-km water pipeline from Jorf Lasfar to Khouribga, addressing critical water shortages in the region.

Synopsis: - Metinvest Group, led by Yulia Dankova & Anton Ishchenko, has automated 95% of its business operations using AI, drones, & robotic tools, including systems like myOCR & SPAIS, while aligning with EU’s ESG mandates.

Synopsis: - Russian steelmakers, including firms tracked by Corporation Chermet, reported a 5.2% fall in steel output and a 6.2% drop in rolled products during January–May 2025, reflecting a troubling trend in the nation’s ferrous metallurgy sector.

Synopsis: - Malaysia’s Ministry of Investment, Trade & Industry has launched a sunset review of anti-dumping duties on coated flat-rolled steel imports from China, South Korea & Vietnam, as current tariffs near expiry.

Synopsis: - The U.S. Department of Commerce released preliminary results of its antidumping review on stainless steel bars from India, citing a 30.92% margin for Atlas Stainless Corporation & affiliates, while Aamor Inox Limited posted no dumping. The review affects key Indian producers like Ambica Steels, Laxcon Steels & Venus Wire.

Synopsis: - Metinvest Group has partnered with Insulate Ukraine to install over 1,500 blast-resistant windows in war-damaged buildings across Zaporizhzhia, bringing safety & shelter to civilians. The effort is supported by international donors including Deutsche Bank & the University of Cambridge.

Synopsis: - Eduardo Bartolomeo, former CEO of Vale, has joined Boston Metal’s Board of Directors to bolster the commercialization of its revolutionary Molten Oxide Electrolysis platform, an emissions-free steelmaking technology set to transform the global metals industry.

Synopsis: - Outokumpu, a global leader in low-emission stainless steel, has ranked 25th in Corporate Knights’ Top 50 Most Sustainable Companies in Europe for 2025, marking the highest recognition in the steel industry for its strong ESG performance.

Synopsis: - The European Commission has launched a $28 million call for proposals under the Clean Steel Partnership to resolve complex issues in carbon-neutral iron & steelmaking using mixed-quality materials. The initiative invites collaboration from academia, SMEs, and industry to accelerate Europe's transition to climate-neutral metallurgy by 2050.

Synopsis: - Tata Steel Nederland has joined the Low Emission Steel Standard to advance climate-neutral steel production across Europe. CEO Hans van den Berg affirms this move will help reinforce sustainability & standardisation in steel manufacturing.

Synopsis: - European steelmakers are struggling to meet green steel targets due to rising costs, import competition from Asia & weak demand. Industry voices call for urgent policy support, investment & public procurement reforms.

Synopsis: - Fernando Espada, Vice-President of EUROMETAL, addressed pivotal issues facing European steel distribution at the Breakbulk Club Meeting in Antwerp, focusing on balancing decarbonization targets & industrial resilience.

Synopsis: - Kobe Steel has joined hands with Mitsubishi UBE Cement Corporation to explore the use of torrefied wood pellets for decarbonising steelmaking, aiming for a commercial joint venture by 2026.

Synopsis: - China’s steel sector faces a financing dilemma as it seeks to decarbonize amid climate goals & looming European carbon tariffs. Greenpeace East Asia highlights the urgent need for unified transition finance standards to support the industry’s shift toward sustainability.

Synopsis: - Outokumpu & Adven are investing SEK 50 million to double waste heat recovery at Outokumpu’s Avesta steel plant in Sweden, using previously lost heat from annealing furnaces to power district heating for 4,000 households.

Synopsis: - Vietnam has begun the pilot phase of its emissions trading scheme, compelling steel, cement & thermal power sectors to purchase allowances based on their carbon dioxide intensity, as part of a national strategy to cut industrial emissions.

Synopsis: - The American Iron and Steel Institute praised the EPA's plan to repeal strict greenhouse gas rules for power plants. CEO Kevin Dempsey said the move will support energy affordability & industrial innovation.

Synopsis: - The Steel Manufacturers Association, led by President Philip K. Bell, has supported the Trump administration’s repeal of Biden-era power plant emission rules, citing concerns about energy grid reliability & implications for electric arc furnace steelmakers.

Synopsis: - A new study by Nick Hawco of the University of Hawaii Manoa reveals that nearly 39% of dissolved iron in the North Pacific Transition Zone stems from human industrial emissions, disrupting ocean ecosystems thousands of miles from the pollution source.

Synopsis: - DNV’s "Energy Transition Outlook: CCS to 2050" reveals that global carbon capture & storage capacity will quadruple by 2030, driven by increased investments in North America & Europe. Ditlev Engel & Jamie Burrows of DNV emphasize the urgent need for bold policy & finance to meet net-zero targets.

Synopsis: - RWE, in partnership with Lannion-Trégor SEM, has inaugurated the Beg Ar C’Hra wind farm in Brittany, France. This 14.7 MW project will supply clean electricity to around 15,000 residents, reflecting RWE’s collaborative approach to local energy transition.

Synopsis: - RES has secured new five-year solar operations & maintenance contracts from TRIG in the UK & Spain, covering 355MW across 15 sites, further expanding its renewable services in Europe.

Synopsis: - RWE has launched a series of large-scale solar parks along Germany’s A44n motorway near Garzweiler. With a combined capacity of 86.5 MWp, the project features over 141,000 solar modules to power nearly 27,700 homes, supported by leaders like Katja Wünschel & Dr. Lars Kulik.

Synopsis: - RES is developing a Green Hydrogen Electrolyser facility at Kimberly-Clark’s Northfleet site in Kent, aiming to decarbonise paper production for brands like Andrex® using dual-fuel boilers. The project was selected under the UK Government’s Hydrogen Allocation Round (HAR1).

Synopsis: - Greenpeace East Asia has urged China to halt new coal power approvals in 2025, warning that continued coal reliance threatens to derail emissions targets. Despite a clean energy boom, China approved 11.29 gigawatts of new coal projects in early 2025, raising concerns about conflicting policy directions.

Synopsis: - Greenpeace East Asia revealed that China approved 11.29 GW of new coal power in Q1 2025, reversing a rare 2024 decline. Gao Yuhe from Greenpeace warns this risks oversupply, stranded assets & climate delay.

Synopsis: - Kobe Steel has extended its Kobenable® Aluminum lineup to include low-CO₂ extrusion, fabrication, and suspension products from Chofu & Daian Works, aiming for a carbon-neutral future backed by DNV certification.

Synopsis: - Mitsubishi UBE Cement Corporation, in collaboration with UBE Corporation, has launched the world's first commercial-scale ammonia combustion demonstration for cement manufacturing at its Ube Cement Plant in Japan, aiming for a 30% coal replacement ratio to decarbonize the sector.

Synopsis: - Algoma Steel has filed a $2 million lawsuit against GFL Environmental after a GFL worker, Damien Bryant, died in June 2023 while working at the steel plant in Sault Ste. Marie. The legal dispute focuses on responsibility for safety failures in a confined space.

Synopsis: - UN Special Rapporteur Francesca Albanese has urged Turkey to stop the cargo ship VELA, allegedly transporting steel to Israel Military Industries. Rights groups claim the shipment may violate international law & support war crimes in Gaza, prompting calls for an urgent probe.