Italy News — GMK Center https://gmk.center/en/tag/italy/ This is an informational-analytical, discussion platform Thu, 18 Jun 2026 13:07:52 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 https://gmk.center/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/android-chrome-256x256-36x36.png Italy News — GMK Center https://gmk.center/en/tag/italy/ 32 32 <![CDATA[Italy increased steel production by 4.9% m/m in May]]> https://gmk.center/en/news/italy-increased-steel-production-by-4-9-m-m-in-may/ Thu, 18 Jun 2026 13:07:52 +0000 https://gmk.center/?post_type=news&p=125188 Italian steelworks increased steel production by 4.9% in May 2026 compared with the previous month, reaching 2.02 million tonnes. Compared with the same month in 2025, the figure rose by 3.2%. This is according to data from the industry association Federacciai, as reported by SteelOrbis. Flat steel output in May stood at 732,000 tonnes, down […]

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]]> <![CDATA[Thyssenkrupp has completed the sale of its remaining shares in AST to the Arvedi Group]]> https://gmk.center/en/news/thyssenkrupp-has-completed-the-sale-of-its-remaining-shares-in-ast-to-the-arvedi-group/ Fri, 12 Jun 2026 11:32:27 +0000 https://gmk.center/?post_type=news&p=124858 German steelmaker Thyssenkrupp has announced the completion of the sale of the remainder of its 15 per cent stake in Acciai Speciali Terni (AST) to the Arvedi Group. This is stated in a company press release. As noted, this step finalises the agreement reached in 2021 to sell the stainless steel plant in Terni and […]

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]]> <![CDATA[Italy has approved €100 million in additional funding to support Acciaierie d’Italia]]> https://gmk.center/en/news/italy-has-approved-e100-million-in-additional-funding-to-support-acciaierie-d-italia/ Thu, 28 May 2026 10:16:27 +0000 https://gmk.center/?post_type=news&p=124204 The Italian government has approved a new €100 million loan for the steel company Acciaierie d’Italia (ADI), according to Taranto Today. The financial support was included in a decree-law approved by the government late last week. As stipulated, the funds will be used to meet the urgent and unavoidable needs of maintaining the steel plant’s […]

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]]> <![CDATA[The Feralpi Group has called for greater support for the European steel industry]]> https://gmk.center/en/news/the-feralpi-group-has-called-for-greater-support-for-the-european-steel-industry/ Tue, 26 May 2026 07:06:10 +0000 https://gmk.center/?post_type=news&p=124073 The Italian Feralpi Group called for greater support for the European steel industry during a meeting with Member of the European Parliament Benedetta Scuderi. This was stated in a company press release. “Energy and raw materials, decarbonization, and international competitiveness. These are the main challenges facing the Italian and European steel industry today, and Europe […]

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]]> <![CDATA[Italy saw a 6.2% m/m decline in steel production in April]]> https://gmk.center/en/news/italy-saw-a-6-2-m-m-decline-in-steel-production-in-april/ Wed, 20 May 2026 08:43:24 +0000 https://gmk.center/?post_type=news&p=123867 Italian steelmakers reduced steel production by 6.2% in April 2026 compared to the previous month, down to 1.93 million tons. Compared to the same month in 2025, the figure rose by 7.2%. This is according to data from the industry association Federacciai, as reported by SteelOrbis. Flat steel production in April amounted to 743,000 tons, […]

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]]> <![CDATA[The Italian government will provide Arvedi with €22.5 million in support]]> https://gmk.center/en/news/the-italian-government-will-provide-arvedi-with-e22-5-million-in-support/ Tue, 12 May 2026 08:37:36 +0000 https://gmk.center/?post_type=news&p=123521 Italy’s Ministry of Entrepreneurship and Industry (MIMIT) has authorized the state agency Invitalia to sign a development agreement with the Arvedi steel group to support an €82.5 million investment at the company’s plant in Cremona. This was reported by Startmag. As part of the Arves project, the government will provide up to €22.5 million in […]

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]]> <![CDATA[Italy is keeping the tender for the sale of Acciaierie d’Italia open]]> https://gmk.center/en/news/italy-is-keeping-the-tender-for-the-sale-of-acciaierie-d-italia-open/ Fri, 08 May 2026 12:07:25 +0000 https://gmk.center/?post_type=news&p=123444 Italy continues its search for an investor for Acciaierie d’Italia, keeping the bidding process open to new participants. According to Italy’s Minister of Enterprise and Industry, Adolfo Urso, any interested party may submit a bid if it surpasses the offers already received. This was reported by Kallanish. Currently, two key contenders remain in the process—Flacks […]

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]]> <![CDATA[Acciaierie d’Italia has secured a €149 million loan]]> https://gmk.center/en/news/acciaierie-d-italia-has-secured-a-e149-million-loan/ Wed, 29 Apr 2026 07:55:43 +0000 https://gmk.center/?post_type=news&p=123071 The Italian steelmaker Acciaierie d’Italia (ADI, formerly Ilva) has received approval for a €149 million bridge loan, according to Rai. The financial support was approved with the publication in the Official Gazette of an executive order from the country’s Ministry of Business and Production. The financing in question is provided for by Decree No. 180 […]

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]]> <![CDATA[Italy increased steel production by 10.2% m/m in March]]> https://gmk.center/en/news/italy-increased-steel-production-by-10-2-m-m-in-march/ Tue, 21 Apr 2026 11:53:41 +0000 https://gmk.center/?post_type=news&p=122795 Italian steelmakers increased steel production by 10.2% in March 2026 compared to the previous month, reaching 2.06 million tons. Compared to the same month in 2025, the figure rose by 0.2%. This is according to data from the industry association Federacciai, as reported by SteelOrbis. Flat steel production in March amounted to 818,000 tons, which […]

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]]> <![CDATA[Acciaierie Bertoli Safau has begun construction of a hybrid digital green plant]]> https://gmk.center/en/news/acciaierie-bertoli-safau-has-begun-construction-of-a-hybrid-digital-green-plant/ Mon, 06 Apr 2026 12:11:34 +0000 https://gmk.center/?post_type=news&p=122298 Italian long-product manufacturer Acciaierie Bertoli Safau (ABS), the steelmaking division of the Danieli Group, has begun construction of a hybrid digital “green” plant at its facility in Pozzolo del Friuli. This was announced in a company statement. The €400 million ABS Hybrid Digital Green Plant project (of which €355 million is for Danieli equipment) involves […]

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]]> <![CDATA[The Italian government expects GDP to grow by 0.5% in 2026]]> https://gmk.center/en/news/the-italian-government-expects-gdp-to-grow-by-0-5-in-2026/ Mon, 30 Mar 2026 07:22:34 +0000 https://gmk.center/?post_type=news&p=122030 The Italian government expects the country’s economy to grow by 0.5% or 0.6% in 2026 and by 0.7% in 2027, assuming no policy changes. Reuters reported this, citing sources. Both forecasts are slightly lower than the GDP growth targets set last September, which were 0.7% and 0.8%, respectively. The projections may still be revised before […]

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]]> <![CDATA[Italy increased steel production by 8.1% m/m in February]]> https://gmk.center/en/news/italy-increased-steel-production-by-8-1-m-m-in-february/ Thu, 19 Mar 2026 08:41:41 +0000 https://gmk.center/?post_type=news&p=121582 Italian steelmakers increased steel production by 8.1% in February 2026 compared to the previous month, reaching 1.86 million tons. Compared to the same month in 2025, the figure rose by 2.6%. This is according to data from the industry association Federacciai, as reported by SteelOrbis. Flat steel production in February amounted to 737,000 tons, down […]

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]]> <![CDATA[Acciaierie d’Italia shuts down blast furnace No. 4 in Taranto for maintenance]]> https://gmk.center/en/news/acciaierie-d-italia-shuts-down-blast-furnace-no-4-in-taranto-for-maintenance/ Fri, 27 Feb 2026 08:39:26 +0000 https://gmk.center/?post_type=news&p=120729 On February 26, Acciaierie d’Italia (ADI), a metallurgical company under extraordinary administration, began a temporary shutdown of blast furnace No. 4 at its plant in Taranto. This was reported by Buonasera24, citing an announcement by the steel manufacturer. As noted, the process was initiated in accordance with the established schedule. This is in line with […]

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]]> <![CDATA[Acciaierie d’Italia has restarted blast furnace No. 2 at its plant in Taranto]]> https://gmk.center/en/news/acciaierie-d-italia-has-restarted-blast-furnace-no-2-at-its-plant-in-taranto/ Mon, 23 Feb 2026 15:14:12 +0000 https://gmk.center/?post_type=news&p=120498 Acciaierie d’Italia (ADI), a steel company under special administration, announced at the end of last week that it would restart blast furnace No. 2 at its plant in Taranto, Italy. This was reported by Agenzia Nova. Preparatory work for the restart began on February 10 this year. On February 11, testing, reheating, and loading of […]

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]]> <![CDATA[Italy increased steel production by 19.2% m/m in January]]> https://gmk.center/en/news/italy-increased-steel-production-by-19-2-m-m-in-january/ Thu, 19 Feb 2026 14:44:09 +0000 https://gmk.center/?post_type=news&p=120363 In January 2026, Italian steel companies increased steel production by 19.2% compared to the previous month, to 1.72 million tons. Compared to the same period in 2025, the figure increased by 1.6%. This is evidenced by data from the industry association Federacciai, according to SteelOrbis. Flat steel production in January amounted to 774,000 tons, down […]

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]]> <![CDATA[Acciaieria Arvedi will gain access to the Italian support scheme for energy-intensive enterprises]]> https://gmk.center/en/news/acciaieria-arvedi-will-gain-access-to-the-italian-support-scheme-for-energy-intensive-enterprises/ Fri, 13 Feb 2026 12:28:51 +0000 https://gmk.center/?post_type=news&p=120082 Italian steel producer Acciaierie Arvedi has signed an agreement with energy company Metlen to access Energy Release 2.0, an innovative Italian mechanism to support energy-intensive industries. This was announced in a statement by Metlen. The mechanism is managed by the country’s state energy authority, Gestore dei Servizi Energetici (GSE). Energy Release 2.0 is designed to […]

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]]> <![CDATA[Acciaierie d’Italia has presented details of the restart of the plant in Taranto]]> https://gmk.center/en/news/acciaierie-d-italia-has-presented-details-of-the-restart-of-the-plant-in-taranto/ Fri, 13 Feb 2026 09:38:48 +0000 https://gmk.center/?post_type=news&p=120073 The extraordinary administration of the metallurgical company Acciaierie d’Italia (ADI) has announced details of the restart of the Taranto plant. As noted, the emergency industrial plan for the main assets in Taranto is proceeding according to schedule. Testing, heating, and filling of blast furnace No. 2 have been completed, and its restart is planned for […]

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]]> <![CDATA[EU environmental policy hinders industrial development – Federacciai president]]> https://gmk.center/en/news/eu-environmental-policy-hinders-industrial-development-federacciai-president/ Thu, 12 Feb 2026 15:32:30 +0000 https://gmk.center/?post_type=news&p=120056 The EU’s environmental policy is blocking industrial development. This opinion was expressed in an editorial in the Italian newspaper Il Foglio by Antonio Gozzi, president of the Italian steel manufacturers’ association Federacciai. In his statement, Gozzi called for a thorough review of the ETS system. He stressed that European efforts have failed to bring about […]

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]]> <![CDATA[The EC approved a €390 million loan to help Acciaierie d’Italia]]> https://gmk.center/en/news/the-ec-approved-a-e390-million-loan-to-help-acciaierie-d-italia/ Wed, 11 Feb 2026 10:54:10 +0000 https://gmk.center/?post_type=news&p=119966 The European Commission (EC) has approved a rescue loan of up to €390 million for Acciaierie d’Italia (Adi, formerly Ilva), Italy’s largest integrated steel producer, in accordance with EU state aid rules. This is stated in a press release from the institution. “The measure aims to ensure that Adi can cover its operating costs until […]

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]]> <![CDATA[Nuclear startup Newcleo has attracted €75 million in new funding from investors]]> https://gmk.center/en/news/nuclear-startup-newcleo-has-attracted-e75-million-in-new-funding-from-investors/ Sun, 08 Feb 2026 08:02:18 +0000 https://gmk.center/?post_type=news&p=119766 Italian nuclear startup newcleo has raised €75 million in a recent funding round through contributions from investors, including new ones such as the Danieli group. This is stated in the company’s announcement. Thanks to the latest funding, the company’s total capital raised over the past 12 months has exceeded €105 million. Total funding since the […]

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]]> <![CDATA[Italy’s economy will grow by 0.7% in 2026 – forecast]]> https://gmk.center/en/news/italy-s-economy-will-grow-by-0-7-in-2026-forecast/ Thu, 05 Feb 2026 14:21:53 +0000 https://gmk.center/?post_type=news&p=119689 Italy’s economy will grow by 0.7% in 2026 and 2027, accelerating from 0.5% last year. This is according to estimates by the parliamentary budget oversight body UPB. In October last year, the UPB estimated GDP growth of 0.4% and 0.8% for 2026 and 2027, respectively. As noted in the forecast, updated international assumptions point to […]

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]]> <![CDATA[ArcelorMittal rejects Italy’s claims regarding Acciaierie d’Italia]]> https://gmk.center/en/news/arcelormittal-rejects-italy-s-claims-regarding-acciaierie-d-italia/ Fri, 30 Jan 2026 09:25:50 +0000 https://gmk.center/?post_type=news&p=119422 The former owner of Italy’s Acciaierie d’Italia (ADI), ArcelorMittal, rejects Italy’s claims regarding the former Ilva. This is stated in the company’s statement. Earlier, ADI’s state-appointed extraordinary administrators filed a lawsuit in a Milan court, demanding €7 billion in damages from ArcelorMittal, citing improper management on the part of the latter. ArcelorMittal confirmed that Acciaierie […]

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]]> <![CDATA[The Italian government will stimulate the production of stainless steel based on scrap metal]]> https://gmk.center/en/news/the-italian-government-will-stimulate-the-production-of-stainless-steel-based-on-scrap-metal/ Wed, 21 Jan 2026 13:23:55 +0000 https://gmk.center/?post_type=news&p=118998 The Italian government will encourage flat stainless steel producers to prioritize scrap-based production, according to Umbria24. According to Valentino Valentini, Italy’s Deputy Minister of Enterprise and Production, the 2026 budget law provides for an annual allocation of €35 million (until 2028) as a subsidy for companies that produce stainless steel, mainly using scrap and recycled […]

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]]> <![CDATA[Pittini begins modernization of Siderpotenza rolling mill in Italy]]> https://gmk.center/en/news/pittini-begins-modernization-of-siderpotenza-rolling-mill-in-italy/ Wed, 21 Jan 2026 09:56:11 +0000 https://gmk.center/?post_type=news&p=118978 Italian metallurgical company Pittini has commissioned Danieli to implement a project to modernize the rolling mill at Siderpotenza, which will be an important step in improving production efficiency and environmental sustainability of the asset. This is stated in the company’s press release. The project is part of Pittini’s long-term strategy aimed at developing industrial capacity, […]

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]]> <![CDATA[Italy increased steel production by 3.6% y/y in 2025]]> https://gmk.center/en/news/italy-increased-steel-production-by-3-6-y-y-in-2025/ Wed, 21 Jan 2026 09:30:10 +0000 https://gmk.center/?post_type=news&p=118977 According to Federacciai industry association data, Italian steelmakers increased their steel production by 3.6% year-on-year – to 20.7 million tons in 2025, SteelOrbis reports. Flat steel production increased by 3.8% compared to 2024, reaching 8.9 million tons, while long steel production increased by 5.5% year-on-year, reaching 12.3 million tons. In December, steel production fell by […]

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]]> <![CDATA[Italy demands €7 billion in compensation from ArcelorMittal for former Ilva]]> https://gmk.center/en/news/italy-demands-e7-billion-in-compensation-from-arcelormittal-for-former-ilva/ Tue, 13 Jan 2026 09:14:23 +0000 https://gmk.center/?post_type=news&p=118570 The state-appointed administrators of Acciaierie d’Italia steelworks are demanding €7 billion in damages from the former owner of the assets, ArcelorMittal, according to the Financial Times. They have filed a lawsuit in a Milan court alleging “mismanagement” by the former owner of the steel plant in Taranto, formerly known as Ilva. According to the complaint, […]

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]]> <![CDATA[Steel consumption in Italy: in the grip of crisis]]> https://gmk.center/en/posts/steel-consumption-in-italy-in-the-grip-of-crisis/ Mon, 29 Dec 2025 06:00:16 +0000 https://gmk.center/?post_type=posts&p=118105 According to data from the Italian steel association Federacciai, demand for steel in Italy fell by 2.1% – to 26.1 million tons in 2024. This is one of the worst results on record. Since 2015, only COVID-19-stricken 2020 saw lower demand, at 23.9 million tonnes. The situation in the main steel-consuming industries suggests a further […]

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]]> <![CDATA[Italy reduced steel production by 11.8% m/m in November]]> https://gmk.center/en/news/italy-reduced-steel-production-by-11-8-m-m-in-november/ Thu, 18 Dec 2025 13:56:38 +0000 https://gmk.center/?post_type=news&p=117898 In November 2025, Italian steel companies reduced steel production by 2.8% compared to November 2024, to 1.75 million tons. Compared to the previous year, the figure fell by 11.8%. This is evidenced by data from the industry association Federacciai, according to SteelOrbis. During January-November, steel production by Italian steelmakers increased by 2.5% compared to January-November […]

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]]> <![CDATA[Two bids have been submitted for the acquisition of Acciaierie d’Italia]]> https://gmk.center/en/news/two-bids-have-been-submitted-for-the-acquisition-of-acciaierie-d-italia/ Mon, 15 Dec 2025 12:40:30 +0000 https://gmk.center/?post_type=news&p=117632 According to an announcement by the extraordinary administrators of Acciaierie d’Italia (ADI) and the former Ilva (a company in Taranto), two bids for the acquisition of all the assets of the steel plant were submitted by the December 11 deadline, both from American funds, Sky Italia reports. The bids came from Bedrock Industries and Flacks […]

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]]> <![CDATA[Italy to demand €5 billion in compensation from ArcelorMittal for Ilva plants]]> https://gmk.center/en/news/italy-to-demand-e5-billion-in-compensation-from-arcelormittal-for-ilva-plants/ Thu, 04 Dec 2025 11:04:49 +0000 https://gmk.center/?post_type=news&p=117111 The commissioners of the former Ilva (Acciaierie d’Italia) assets are initiating a lawsuit against ArcelorMittal for compensation of €5 billion for damages caused to the company. This was announced by Minister of Enterprise and Production Adolfo Urso, according to Milano Finanza. According to the minister, there are no plans to close the company. On the […]

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]]> <![CDATA[Acciaierie d’Itali has restarted converter No. 1 at its Taranto plant]]> https://gmk.center/en/news/acciaierie-d-itali-has-restarted-converter-no-1-at-its-taranto-plant/ Fri, 28 Nov 2025 09:07:27 +0000 https://gmk.center/?post_type=news&p=116807 Italian steelmaker Acciaierie d’Italia (ADI), which is under administrative control, has announced the restart of converter No. 1 at the Acciaieria 2 plant in Taranto after an incident. This is according to data from LaGazzettaDelMezzogiorno. Earlier, on November 14, the converter was shut down in accordance with safety procedures after an uncontrolled slag spill damaged […]

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]]> <![CDATA[Acciaierie d’Italia has become a strategic partner of the H2Loop project]]> https://gmk.center/en/news/acciaierie-d-italia-has-become-a-strategic-partner-of-the-h2loop-project/ Sat, 22 Nov 2025 06:06:04 +0000 https://gmk.center/?post_type=news&p=116276 Acciaierie d’Italia has begun work as a strategic partner in the European H2Loop project. This was announced in a statement by the company. The project is dedicated to developing innovative solutions for sustainable hydrogen production and decarbonization of the steel sector. The initiative is co-financed by the European Commission under the RFCS-BIG TICKET program. Acciaierie […]

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]]> <![CDATA[Italy increased steel production by 6% m/m in October]]> https://gmk.center/en/news/italy-increased-steel-production-by-6-m-m-in-october/ Thu, 20 Nov 2025 09:15:56 +0000 https://gmk.center/?post_type=news&p=116300 In October 2025, Italian steel companies increased steel production by 2.2% compared to October 2024, to 1.99 million tons. Compared to the previous month, the figure increased by 6%. This is evidenced by data from the industry association Federacciai, SteelOrbis reports. During January-October, steel production by Italian steelmakers increased by 3.1% compared to January-October 2024, […]

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]]> <![CDATA[Italy to launch new round of investor search for Acciaierie d’Italia in December]]> https://gmk.center/en/news/italy-to-launch-new-round-of-investor-search-for-acciaierie-d-italia-in-december/ Wed, 19 Nov 2025 09:28:10 +0000 https://gmk.center/?post_type=news&p=116229 The Italian government has announced a new round of investor searches in December for Acciaierie d’Italia, the country’s largest steel company, which is struggling with significant financial losses and the threat of large-scale layoffs. According to government documents, a “secret bidder” has already gained access to the database, and Bedrock Industries and a consortium led […]

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]]> <![CDATA[Italian associations concerned about German industrial electricity prices]]> https://gmk.center/en/news/italian-associations-concerned-about-german-industrial-electricity-prices/ Tue, 18 Nov 2025 09:39:44 +0000 https://gmk.center/?post_type=news&p=116171 Italian industry associations have expressed concern about the announced German industrial electricity prices as a step that distorts competition. This was reported by Il Sole 24 Ore. Germany has announced a large-scale intervention to support its energy-intensive industry by introducing a fixed electricity price of €50/MWh for three years, starting in January 2026. This measure […]

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]]> <![CDATA[EU policy could accelerate decline in foundry production – Federacciai president]]> https://gmk.center/en/news/eu-policy-could-accelerate-decline-in-foundry-production-federacciai-president/ Tue, 11 Nov 2025 14:16:59 +0000 https://gmk.center/?post_type=news&p=115803 The EU’s current climate policy risks accelerating the collapse of blast furnace steel production in the bloc, which will face a combination of CBAM and the gradual phasing out of free CO2 emission allowances. This was stated by Antonio Gozzi, president of the Italian steel producers’ association Federacciai, at the organization’s annual meeting, Kallanish reports. […]

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]]> <![CDATA[Acciaierie d’Italia performs a series of shutdowns of blast furnace No. 4]]> https://gmk.center/en/news/acciaierie-d-italia-performs-a-series-of-shutdowns-of-blast-furnace-no-4/ Fri, 07 Nov 2025 09:57:12 +0000 https://gmk.center/?post_type=news&p=115611 Steel company Acciaierie d’Italia (ADI, formerly Ilva) is carrying out a series of shutdowns of blast furnace (BF) No. 4 at its steel plant in Taranto, Corriere di Taranto reports. The company implemented a 24-hour shutdown on November 5, and a 72-hour pause in the unit’s operation is planned from November 10. Blast furnace No. […]

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]]> <![CDATA[Pittini Group suspends Ferriere Nord operations in Ozzoppo due to fire]]> https://gmk.center/en/news/pittini-group-suspends-ferriere-nord-operations-in-ozzoppo-due-to-fire/ Thu, 30 Oct 2025 13:51:01 +0000 https://gmk.center/?post_type=news&p=115206 Italy’s Pittini Group has temporarily suspended production at its main plant, Ferriere Nord in Ozzoppo (province of Udine), following a fire that broke out on the evening of October 29. The fire started in a room housing an oil-filled electrical transformer and took several hours to extinguish. According to local media reports, the fire was […]

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]]> <![CDATA[Tenaris reduced pipe sales to 2.95 million tons in January-September]]> https://gmk.center/en/news/tenaris-reduced-pipe-sales-to-2-95-million-tons-in-january-september/ Thu, 30 Oct 2025 12:11:15 +0000 https://gmk.center/?post_type=news&p=115182 In January-September 2025, international pipe company Tenaris sold 2.95 million tons of pipe products, which is 2% less than in the same period of 2024. Sales of seamless pipes increased by 1% y/y – to 2.36 million tons, while supplies of welded pipes decreased by 14% y/y to 589,000 tons, according to the company’s financial […]

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]]> <![CDATA[Federacciai supports the Italian government’s position on the EU Green Deal]]> https://gmk.center/en/news/federacciai-supports-the-italian-government-s-position-on-the-eu-green-deal/ Mon, 27 Oct 2025 11:39:16 +0000 https://gmk.center/?post_type=news&p=114982 The Italian Steel Producers Federation (Federacciai) last week expressed its full support for the Italian government’s position on the European Green Deal, SteelOrbis reports. During a recent address to the Italian Senate ahead of the European Council meeting, Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni called on the European Commission to make adjustments to this policy, otherwise […]

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]]> <![CDATA[Italy increased steel production by 2.3 times m/m in September]]> https://gmk.center/en/news/italy-increased-steel-production-by-2-3-times-m-m-in-september/ Tue, 21 Oct 2025 09:31:46 +0000 https://gmk.center/?post_type=news&p=114684 According to the results of September 2025, Italian steel enterprises increased steel production by 4.3% compared to September 2024, to 1.88 million tons. Compared to the previous year, the figure increased 2.3 times. This is evidenced by data from the industry association Federacciai, according to SteelOrbis. During January-September, steel production by Italian steelmakers increased by […]

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]]> <![CDATA[Assofermet has expressed its disagreement with the EC’s proposal for new protective measures]]> https://gmk.center/en/news/assofermet-has-expressed-its-disagreement-with-the-ec-s-proposal-for-new-protective-measures/ Fri, 10 Oct 2025 08:08:46 +0000 https://gmk.center/?post_type=news&p=114274 Italy’s Assofermet, which represents companies in the trade, distribution, and processing of steel and non-ferrous metals, has expressed its strong disagreement with the new protective measures proposed by the EC. It called the proposal in its current form a “steel vice” for distributors and processing companies, which, however, provides a shield for metallurgists at the […]

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]]> <![CDATA[Uncontrolled scrap market becomes a challenge for large investment projects in the EU]]> https://gmk.center/en/news/uncontrolled-scrap-market-becomes-a-challenge-for-large-investment-projects-in-the-eu/ Thu, 09 Oct 2025 10:50:10 +0000 https://gmk.center/?post_type=news&p=114247 The European steel industry is moving towards a major transformation. Starting in 2030, the EU will abolish CO2 emission allowances, and steel production in blast furnaces will become economically unprofitable. Electric arc furnaces (EAFs), which run mainly on scrap metal, will be an alternative. This is a major risk, as the scrap market in Europe […]

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]]> <![CDATA[Assofermet calls for transitional measures under CBAM]]> https://gmk.center/en/news/assofermet-calls-for-transitional-measures-under-cbam/ Tue, 07 Oct 2025 07:36:52 +0000 https://gmk.center/?post_type=news&p=114139 Italy’s Assofermet, representing distributors of scrap, raw materials, and steel products, is calling for transitional measures under CBAM. The association has submitted its proposals to the Italian Ministry of Enterprise and Production (MIMIT). Assofermet requests that steel imports cleared through customs from January 1, 2026, be exempted from the obligation to purchase CBAM certificates, which […]

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]]> <![CDATA[Only two investors are bidding for the full acquisition of Acciaierie d’Italia]]> https://gmk.center/en/news/only-two-investors-are-bidding-for-the-full-acquisition-of-acciaierie-d-italia/ Mon, 29 Sep 2025 09:41:13 +0000 https://gmk.center/?post_type=news&p=113844 Italy has received 10 bids for the assets of former steel giant Ilva, but only two bidders have expressed their willingness to buy the company in its entirety. According to Acciaierie d’Italia (ADI), which manages the enterprise, these include the American investment company Bedrock Industries and a consortium involving the private fund Flacks Group (USA) […]

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