steel market News — GMK Center https://gmk.center/en/tag/rinok-stali-en/ This is an informational-analytical, discussion platform Thu, 11 Jun 2026 12:05:02 +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 steel market News — GMK Center https://gmk.center/en/tag/rinok-stali-en/ 32 32 <![CDATA[Steel shipments to the US fell by 6.6% m/m in April]]> https://gmk.center/en/news/steel-shipments-to-the-us-fell-by-6-6-m-m-in-april/ Thu, 11 Jun 2026 12:04:43 +0000 https://gmk.center/?post_type=news&p=124799 In April, US steel mills reduced shipments of steel products by 6.6% month-on-month to 7.66 million short tonnes, according to the American Iron and Steel Institute (AISI). Compared with the same period last year, this figure rose by 1.1%. Shipments in January–April 2026 totalled 30.84 million tonnes, up 3.6% year-on-year. Supplies of corrosion-resistant sheet and […]

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]]> <![CDATA[Anti-dumping measures on steel remained a common tool in 2025 – OECD]]> https://gmk.center/en/news/anti-dumping-measures-on-steel-remained-a-common-tool-in-2025-oecd/ Fri, 05 Jun 2026 11:54:24 +0000 https://gmk.center/?post_type=news&p=124557 In 2025, anti-dumping and countervailing duties (AD/CVD) continued to be widely used in the global market to combat steel dumping and subsidisation. This is stated in a new report by the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) — the OECD Steel Outlook 2026. In addition, an increasing number of countries have introduced or are […]

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]]> <![CDATA[CISA forecasts pressure on China’s steel market in the near term]]> https://gmk.center/en/news/cisa-forecasts-pressure-on-china-s-steel-market-in-the-near-term/ Fri, 22 May 2026 09:45:12 +0000 https://gmk.center/?post_type=news&p=123968 The steel market in China will remain under pressure due to high raw material prices and the upcoming summer lull in demand, despite the fact that domestic prices for steel products have continued to rise since the second half of April. This is stated in the monthly report by the China Iron and Steel Association […]

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]]> <![CDATA[Steel shipments to the US rose 4.4% y/y in Q1]]> https://gmk.center/en/news/steel-shipments-to-the-us-rose-4-4-yy-in-q1/ Thu, 07 May 2026 12:09:31 +0000 https://gmk.center/?post_type=news&p=123393 In the first quarter of 2026, U.S. steel mills increased shipments of steel products by 4.4% year-on-year – to 23.2 million tons, according to the American Iron and Steel Institute (AISI). In March of this year, U.S. steel companies increased shipments of steel products by 6.2% year-on-year – to 8.2 million tons. Compared to the […]

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]]> <![CDATA[ANNOUNCEMENT: Kallanish Europe Steel Markets 2026]]> https://gmk.center/en/news/announcement-kallanish-europe-steel-markets-2026/ Tue, 28 Apr 2026 11:04:26 +0000 https://gmk.center/?post_type=news&p=123010 The Kallanish Europe Steel Markets 2026 conference will take place on June 9–10, 2026, in Vienna, Austria. The European steel industry has endured several challenging years—geopolitical crises and high energy costs have dampened investment and demand, while market share has increased. The situation was further complicated by stricter environmental regulations, which drove up production costs […]

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]]> <![CDATA[European steelmakers expect the market to recover – Reuters]]> https://gmk.center/en/news/european-steelmakers-expect-the-market-to-recover-reuters/ Tue, 28 Apr 2026 07:48:50 +0000 https://gmk.center/?post_type=news&p=123030 Steel producers in the European Union are preparing for a recovery after several seasons of subdued profits, Reuters reports. Although demand in the European market has not returned to 2022 levels, steel prices have recently risen faster than expected due to higher energy costs and a reduction in imports from outside the bloc caused by […]

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]]> <![CDATA[WV Stahl welcomes the EU agreement on stricter protection of steel imports]]> https://gmk.center/en/news/wv-stahl-welcomes-the-eu-agreement-on-stricter-protection-of-steel-imports/ Wed, 15 Apr 2026 08:09:32 +0000 https://gmk.center/?post_type=news&p=122578 The German Steel Industry Federation (WV Stahl) welcomes the trilateral agreement reached by European institutions on a new, significantly stricter trade defense instrument for steel imports. The industry believes this decision is an important step toward strengthening the EU steel industry amid ongoing pressure from global overcapacity. The new mechanism provides for the introduction of […]

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]]> <![CDATA[Ukraine reduced imports of flat steel by 23% y/y in January–February]]> https://gmk.center/en/news/ukraine-reduced-imports-of-flat-steel-by-23-y-y-in-january-february/ Wed, 18 Mar 2026 09:04:09 +0000 https://gmk.center/?post_type=news&p=121518 In January–February 2026, 133,210 metric tons of flat-rolled steel were shipped to the Ukrainian market, a 22.8% decrease compared to the same period in 2025. This is according to calculations by the GMK Center based on data from the State Customs Service. Over 50% of imports consisted of coated flat-rolled products (HS Code 7210) – […]

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]]> <![CDATA[ANNOUNCEMENT: Kallanish Asia Steel Markets 2026]]> https://gmk.center/en/news/announcement-kallanish-asia-steel-markets-2026/ Tue, 17 Feb 2026 10:05:22 +0000 https://gmk.center/?post_type=news&p=120187 On April 22-23, Kuala Lumpur (Malaysia) will host the Asia Steel Markets 2026 conference, organized by Kallanish. The event will be dedicated to the question of whether 2026 will be a turning point for the metallurgical sector after several difficult years, and will bring together representatives of the global steel community. The world is moving […]

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]]> <![CDATA[ANNOUNCEMENT: 22nd Steel Development Strategy Conference]]> https://gmk.center/en/news/announcement-22nd-steel-development-strategy-conference/ Wed, 11 Feb 2026 11:54:10 +0000 https://gmk.center/?post_type=news&p=119973 The 22nd Steel Development Strategy Conference, organized by SteelHome, will be held in Shanghai, China, from April 16 to 17, 2026. The conference will focus on a wide range of key issues related to the dynamics and challenges in the steel, iron ore, coal, and coke markets. The event will serve as a platform for […]

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]]> <![CDATA[Steel shipments to the US in 2025 increased by 4.9% y/y]]> https://gmk.center/en/news/steel-shipments-to-the-us-in-2025-increased-by-4-9-y-y/ Fri, 06 Feb 2026 08:47:32 +0000 https://gmk.center/?post_type=news&p=119711 Shipments of steel products from US steel mills in 2025 increased by 4.9% compared to 2024, reaching 90.95 million short tons, according to the American Iron and Steel Institute (AISI). In December 2025, US steel companies shipped 7.45 million tons of steel, which is 3.5% more than in December 2024 (7.21 million tons). On a […]

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]]> <![CDATA[The European steel market started the year with greater stability – Eurometal]]> https://gmk.center/en/news/the-european-steel-market-started-the-year-with-greater-stability-eurometal/ Mon, 02 Feb 2026 10:04:35 +0000 https://gmk.center/?post_type=news&p=119491 The European steel market entered 2026 with greater stability but limited momentum. This is evidenced by a January survey by Eurometal, an association representing European distributors of steel, pipes, and metal products. According to the study, current activity remains largely unchanged compared to the last months of last year, with no further decline. At the […]

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]]> <![CDATA[ANNOUNCEMENT: AsiaCoke 2026 conference]]> https://gmk.center/en/news/announcement-asiacoke-2026-conference/ Tue, 20 Jan 2026 13:15:32 +0000 https://gmk.center/?post_type=news&p=118948 AsiaCoke 2026, organized by Smithers, will take place in Jakarta, Indonesia, from March 30 to April 1. The global coking, coal, and steel industries are facing many challenges caused by declining demand for steel, geopolitical tensions, environmental regulations, high interest rates, currency fluctuations, and China’s troubled real estate sector. Some of these challenges represent structural […]

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]]> <![CDATA[Turkey accounts for up to 60% of Ukraine’s rolled steel import market in 2025]]> https://gmk.center/en/news/turkey-accounts-for-up-to-60-of-ukraine-s-rolled-steel-import-market-in-2025/ Mon, 05 Jan 2026 08:19:36 +0000 https://gmk.center/?post_type=news&p=118150 Supplies of rolled steel from Turkey to the Ukrainian market in January-November 2025 increased by 30.4% compared to the same period in 2024, reaching 746.77 thousand tons. Thus, the share of Turkish products in Ukrainian imports reached 59.4% compared to 53.2% a year earlier. This is evidenced by GMK Center calculations based on data from […]

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]]> <![CDATA[ANNOUNCEMENT: Kallanish Steel Scrap 2026]]> https://gmk.center/en/news/announcement-kallanish-steel-scrap-2026/ Wed, 17 Dec 2025 12:02:54 +0000 https://gmk.center/?post_type=news&p=117663 The Kallanish Steel Scrap 2026 conference will take place on February 5 in Istanbul, Turkey. The global steel industry is entering one of the most intense periods of transformation in its history. Volatile raw material prices, rapid changes in trade flows, and a growing drive toward decarbonization are rapidly changing the sector. Scrap is at […]

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]]> <![CDATA[Steel exports from Turkey grew by 12.6% y/y in the first 10 months]]> https://gmk.center/en/news/steel-exports-from-turkey-grew-by-12-6-y-y-in-the-first-10-months/ Mon, 01 Dec 2025 12:54:17 +0000 https://gmk.center/?post_type=news&p=116907 In January-October 2025, Turkish steelmakers increased steel exports by 12.6% compared to the same period in 2024, to 12.54 million tons. Export revenues rose to $8.49 billion (+4.1% y/y). This is according to data from the Turkish Steel Producers Association (TCUD), as reported by SteelOrbis. The main driver of the positive dynamics was the finished […]

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]]> <![CDATA[Vikant has opened a new steel warehouse in Lutsk]]> https://gmk.center/en/news/vikant-has-opened-a-new-steel-warehouse-in-lutsk/ Thu, 27 Nov 2025 09:11:24 +0000 https://gmk.center/?post_type=news&p=116718 The steel trading company Vikant has announced the opening of a new representative office in Lutsk, making steel supply services even more accessible to customers in Volyn and neighboring regions. This is stated in the company’s press release. The new steel warehouse is equipped with everything necessary for efficient and safe service. The spacious area […]

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]]> <![CDATA[Imports of steel products to Ukraine grew by 18.6% y/y over 10 months]]> https://gmk.center/en/infographic/imports-of-steel-products-to-ukraine-grew-by-18-6-y-y-over-10-months/ Mon, 24 Nov 2025 06:37:16 +0000 https://gmk.center/?post_type=infographic&p=116430 Imports of steel products (long/flat rolled products, pipes) to Ukraine in 2025 continue to grow at double-digit rates. In January-October, supply volumes increased by 18.6% compared to the same period in 2024, reaching 1.24 million tons. Currently, this figure has already exceeded the total import volume in 2024 – 1.26 million tons (+6.4% y/y). Turkish […]

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]]> <![CDATA[Ukraine increased imports of long rolled products by 69.5% y/y in January-October]]> https://gmk.center/en/news/ukraine-increased-imports-of-long-rolled-products-by-69-5-y-y-in-january-october/ Fri, 21 Nov 2025 08:19:11 +0000 https://gmk.center/?post_type=news&p=116383 In January-October 2025, the long steel market in Ukraine showed significant growth in imports – by 69.5% compared to the same period in 2024 – to 238.02 thousand tons. This is evidenced by GMK Center calculations based on data from the State Customs Service. The main volumes of supplies are accounted for by angles, shapes, […]

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]]> <![CDATA[Salzgitter cuts financial forecasts for 2025 due to market conditions]]> https://gmk.center/en/news/salzgitter-cuts-financial-forecasts-for-2025-due-to-market-conditions/ Tue, 11 Nov 2025 12:10:39 +0000 https://gmk.center/?post_type=news&p=115800 German concern Salzgitter AG is cautiously optimistic about 2026. This was stated by the company’s CFO Birgit Potrafki, according to Reuters. These expectations are linked to upcoming EU measures to ensure the competitiveness of steel producers in the bloc. In the first nine months of 2025, the group’s revenue amounted to €6.9 billion compared to […]

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]]> <![CDATA[Ukrainian steel industry is operating at 92% capacity utilization – deputy minister]]> https://gmk.center/en/news/ukrainian-steel-industry-is-operating-at-92-capacity-utilization-deputy-minister/ Mon, 10 Nov 2025 16:07:23 +0000 https://gmk.center/?post_type=news&p=115748 Despite the war, Ukraine’s steel industry is operating at 91.9% capacity. This was announced by Andriy Telyupa, Deputy Minister of Economy, Environment, and Agriculture, at an online meeting of the Global Forum on Steel Excess Capacity (GFSEC). According to him, 4.91 million tons of steel were produced in Ukraine in the first eight months of […]

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]]> <![CDATA[Asian steel market to remain under pressure in Q4 – S&P Global]]> https://gmk.center/en/news/asian-steel-market-to-remain-under-pressure-in-q4-s-p-global/ Mon, 10 Nov 2025 13:39:12 +0000 https://gmk.center/?post_type=news&p=115739 Asian flat and long steel markets will see weak demand in the fourth quarter, with export volumes likely to decline after a strong start to the year. This is the forecast from S&P Global. Domestic demand in China is expected to weaken in winter due to the seasonal slowdown in construction and weather conditions. Therefore, […]

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]]> <![CDATA[Gerdau expects demand for steel in the US to grow in Q4]]> https://gmk.center/en/news/gerdau-expects-demand-for-steel-in-the-us-to-grow-in-q4/ Mon, 03 Nov 2025 09:11:01 +0000 https://gmk.center/?post_type=news&p=115307 Brazilian steel producer Gerdau expects data center construction and renewable energy investments to support steel demand in the US during the fourth quarter and throughout 2026, Argus Media reports. Gerdau also expects the steel spread to widen due to rising prices and stable scrap costs. The company believes that protective measures continue to support the […]

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]]> <![CDATA[European steel distributors lowered expectations for Q4 activity]]> https://gmk.center/en/news/european-steel-distributors-lowered-expectations-for-q4-activity/ Tue, 28 Oct 2025 10:16:48 +0000 https://gmk.center/?post_type=news&p=115034 The European steel distribution sector has slightly lowered its expectations for activity in the fourth quarter. This is evidenced by the October Market Sentiment Survey conducted by the Eurometal industry association. As noted, this view has partially replaced the cautious optimism observed in September. “Although this is not a sharp shift, this trend reflects continued […]

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]]> <![CDATA[UK seeks sustainable alliance with EU to counter China – Politico]]> https://gmk.center/en/news/uk-seeks-sustainable-alliance-with-eu-to-counter-china-politico/ Mon, 27 Oct 2025 09:32:19 +0000 https://gmk.center/?post_type=news&p=114959 The UK is pushing for a Western alliance with the EU to limit China’s dominance in the global steel market, according to Politico, citing sources familiar with the talks. London hopes that coordination could help Britain avoid new tariffs on metal imports that Brussels plans to introduce and obtain exemptions. The idea of creating an […]

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]]> <![CDATA[Metinvest-SMС increases supplies of galvanized rolled steel to the Ukrainian market]]> https://gmk.center/en/news/metinvest-sms-increases-supplies-of-galvanized-rolled-steel-to-the-ukrainian-market/ Fri, 19 Sep 2025 07:42:11 +0000 https://gmk.center/?post_type=news&p=113526 Metinvest-SMC, a steel trading company that is part of the Metinvest Group, is increasing its supplies of galvanized rolled steel to the Ukrainian market amid the growing trend towards frameless construction. Demand for such structures is growing rapidly, as they are used as warehouses, logistics terminals, production workshops, as well as sports and entertainment complexes, […]

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]]> <![CDATA[Steel Dynamics forecasts earnings growth in all segments in Q3]]> https://gmk.center/en/news/steel-dynamics-forecasts-earnings-growth-in-all-segments-in-q3/ Tue, 16 Sep 2025 13:18:35 +0000 https://gmk.center/?post_type=news&p=113390 US steel producer Steel Dynamics expects its steel production earnings for July-September this year to be higher than in the second quarter, according to a company statement. The forecast is based on expectations of high shipment volumes. In addition, Steel Dynamics believes that the cost of scrap as a raw material will decline more than […]

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]]> <![CDATA[ANNOUNCEMENT: China Steel Industry Summit for 2026 Market]]> https://gmk.center/en/news/announcement-china-steel-industry-summit-for-2026-market/ Tue, 09 Sep 2025 11:07:40 +0000 https://gmk.center/?post_type=news&p=113123 On October 30-November 1, 2025, the China Steel Industry Summit for 2026 Market, organized by SteelHome, will be held in Nanjing, China. The event is expected to attract around 1,000 participants, including representatives of the government, industry associations, more than 150 steel mills, mines, traders, research institutes, the media, and delegates from more than 20 […]

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]]> <![CDATA[Consumption of metal products in Ukraine in January–July increased to 2.3 million t]]> https://gmk.center/en/news/consumption-of-metal-products-in-ukraine-in-january-july-increased-to-2-3-million-t/ Thu, 14 Aug 2025 06:26:30 +0000 https://gmk.center/?post_type=news&p=112581 According to the results for January–July 2025, Ukraine increased its consumption of steel products (rolled products and semi-finished products) by 13.2% compared to the same period in 2024, reaching 2.302 million t. This is evidenced by data from Ukrmetallurgprom Association. Over the seven months, the country imported 862.7 thousand t of steel products, which is […]

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]]> <![CDATA[Hot-dip galvanized rolled steel imports increased by 60% y/y in 1H2025 – Metipol]]> https://gmk.center/en/news/hot-dip-galvanized-rolled-steel-imports-increased-by-60-y-y-in-1h2025-metipol/ Thu, 07 Aug 2025 07:35:59 +0000 https://gmk.center/?post_type=news&p=112314 Imports of hot-dip galvanized rolled steel (HDG) to Ukraine in January-June 2025 increased by 60% compared to the same period in 2024, reaching 147,000 tons. This is according to a study by Metipol. During the second quarter, import volumes increased by 44.6% year-on-year and by 30.3% quarter-on-quarter, reaching 83,140 tons. In the import structure, supplies […]

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]]> <![CDATA[Geopolitical factors and trade barriers: how this will affect the Ukrainian steel market]]> https://gmk.center/en/posts/geopolitical-factors-and-trade-barriers-how-this-will-affect-the-ukrainian-steel-market/ Thu, 17 Jul 2025 05:00:01 +0000 https://gmk.center/?post_type=posts&p=111445 The current year has intensified the regionalization of global steel trade. The strengthening of protective measures in key markets is leading to changes in global trade flows and shifts in import patterns. This factor is also affecting the Ukrainian steel products market, particularly the long products segment. The situation for domestic steelmakers will be significantly […]

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]]> <![CDATA[Consumption of steel products in Ukraine rose to 1.94 million tons in January-June]]> https://gmk.center/en/news/consumption-of-steel-products-in-ukraine-rose-to-1-94-million-tons-in-january-june/ Fri, 11 Jul 2025 12:01:35 +0000 https://gmk.center/?post_type=news&p=111308 In January-June 2025, Ukraine increased its consumption of steel products (rolled products and semi-finished products) by 11.6% compared to the same period in 2024, to 1.939 million tons. This is evidenced by data from Ukrmetprom. Over six months, 716,700 tons of steel products were imported into Ukraine, which is 25.2% more than in the same […]

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]]> <![CDATA[Consumption of steel products in Ukraine rose to 1.56 million tons in January-May]]> https://gmk.center/en/news/consumption-of-steel-products-in-ukraine-rose-to-1-56-million-tons-in-january-may/ Mon, 30 Jun 2025 07:47:20 +0000 https://gmk.center/?post_type=news&p=110748 In January-May 2025, Ukraine increased its consumption of steel products (rolled products and semi-finished products) by 14.5% compared to the same period in 2024, to 1.558 million tons. This is evidenced by data from Ukrmetallurgprom. Over five months, Ukraine imported 591,800 tons of metal products, which is 25.2% more than in the same period last […]

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]]> <![CDATA[The Ukrainian steel trading market has stopped growing]]> https://gmk.center/en/opinion/the-ukrainian-steel-trading-market-has-stopped-growing/ Tue, 17 Jun 2025 05:00:54 +0000 https://gmk.center/?post_type=opinion&p=110252 The situation on the Ukrainian steel trading market is deteriorating. The reason is not only the weak level of business activity and the lack of growth drivers, but also the actual cessation of state funding for the construction of infrastructure and defense facilities. Market situation In the first five months of this year, our sales […]

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]]> <![CDATA[Ukraine increased imports of long products by 81.1% y/y in January-April]]> https://gmk.center/en/news/ukraine-increased-imports-of-long-products-by-81-1-y-y-in-january-april/ Sat, 24 May 2025 05:54:14 +0000 https://gmk.center/?post_type=news&p=109427 In January-April 2025, the Ukrainian long products market showed a significant increase in imports, up 81.1% year-on-year – to 70.78 thousand tons. This is evidenced by GMK Center’s calculations based on the State Customs Service data. Angles, shaped and special profiles (HS 7216) accounted for the bulk of supplies, amounting to 31.11 thousand tons, up […]

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]]> <![CDATA[Ukraine extends duties on coated steel from Russia and China for another 5 years]]> https://gmk.center/en/news/ukraine-extends-duties-on-coated-steel-from-russia-and-china-for-another-5-years/ Thu, 22 May 2025 11:41:52 +0000 https://gmk.center/?post_type=news&p=109361 On May 21, 2025, the Interdepartmental Commission on International Trade (ICIT) decided to extend safeguard duties on imports of a number of steel products to Ukraine to protect domestic producers from unfair competition, the Ministry of Economy said in a press release. In particular, anti-dumping duties on imports of rolled steel products with anti-corrosion coatings […]

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]]> <![CDATA[Ukraine increased imports of flat products by 22% y/y in January-April]]> https://gmk.center/en/news/ukraine-increased-imports-of-flat-products-by-22-y-y-in-january-april/ Wed, 21 May 2025 09:06:55 +0000 https://gmk.center/?post_type=news&p=109312 In January-April 2025, 355.56 thousand tons of flat products were supplied to the Ukrainian market, up 22% year-on-year. This is according to GMK Center’s calculations based on data from the State Customs Service. Coated flat products (HS 7210) accounted for more than 40% of imports, amounting to 149.27 thousand tons, up 15.7% y/y. The main […]

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]]> <![CDATA[Consumption of steel products in Ukraine increased to 1.2 million tons in January-April]]> https://gmk.center/en/news/consumption-of-steel-products-in-ukraine-increased-to-1-2-million-tons-in-january-april/ Wed, 14 May 2025 15:43:32 +0000 https://gmk.center/?post_type=news&p=109083 In January-April 2025, Ukraine increased its consumption of steel products (rolled products and semi-finished products) by 19.1% compared to the same period in 2024, to 1.199 million tons. This is evidenced by the data of Ukrmetprom. Over 4 months, Ukraine imported 450.9 thousand tons of steel products, up 28.2% y/y. Imports account for 37.6% of […]

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]]> <![CDATA[China increased steel exports by 13.4% y/y in April]]> https://gmk.center/en/news/china-increased-steel-exports-by-13-4-y-y-in-april/ Mon, 12 May 2025 07:59:46 +0000 https://gmk.center/?post_type=news&p=108935 In April 2025, Chinese steelmakers increased steel exports by 13.4% compared to April 2024, to 10.46 million tons. Compared to the previous month, the figure increased by 6 thousand tons, remaining almost stable. This is evidenced by the data of the General Administration of Customs of China, Kallanish reports. April exports reached their highest level […]

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]]> <![CDATA[The number of steel structure producers in Ukraine fell by 9.1% in 2024]]> https://gmk.center/en/news/the-number-of-steel-structure-producers-in-ukraine-fell-by-9-1-in-2024/ Mon, 05 May 2025 14:04:53 +0000 https://gmk.center/?post_type=news&p=108715 In 2024, there were 50 steel fabrication companies on the Ukrainian market, down 9.1% from 2023. This was stated by Anna Gontarenko, Acting Executive Director of the Ukrainian Steel Construction Center (USCC), at the Metal Expert conference “Ferrous Metallurgy of Ukraine 2025”. At the same time, more than 70% or 36 steelmaking companies have production […]

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]]> <![CDATA[Consumption of rolled steel in Ukraine increased by 23% y/y in Q1]]> https://gmk.center/en/news/consumption-of-rolled-steel-in-ukraine-increased-by-23-y-y-in-q1/ Mon, 05 May 2025 07:47:20 +0000 https://gmk.center/?post_type=news&p=108664 Apparent consumption of rolled steel in Ukraine increased by 23% in January-March 2025 compared to the same period in 2024. This was discussed at the Metal Expert conference “Ferrous Metallurgy of Ukraine 2025”. The largest growth was observed in the flat hot-rolled thin sheet segment, up 60% compared to the first quarter of 2024, to […]

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]]> <![CDATA[Defense orders named the main driver of steel consumption in Ukraine]]> https://gmk.center/en/news/defense-orders-named-the-main-driver-of-steel-consumption-in-ukraine/ Thu, 01 May 2025 11:26:08 +0000 https://gmk.center/?post_type=news&p=108590 Defense projects have been a key driver of metal consumption growth in Ukraine over the past two years and will remain so in 2025. This was stated by Sergiy Kovalenko, Commercial Director of Vartis, during a panel discussion at the Metal Expert conference “Ferrous Metallurgy of Ukraine 2025”. According to him, by the end of […]

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]]> <![CDATA[ANNOUNCEMENT: Kallanish Europe Steel Markets 2025]]> https://gmk.center/en/news/announcement-kallanish-europe-steel-markets-2025/ Wed, 30 Apr 2025 11:04:44 +0000 https://gmk.center/?post_type=news&p=108512 The annual Kallanish Europe Steel Markets conference will be held in Amsterdam (the Netherlands) on June 17-18, 2025. The event will bring together steel industry executives and market participants to discuss the industry’s outlook for 2025. Expectations for the European steel market for the current year are much more restrained than they were at the […]

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]]> <![CDATA[Ukrainian steel market in Q1: slowdown in production and trade]]> https://gmk.center/en/infographic/ukrainian-steel-market-in-q1-slowdown-in-production-and-trade/ Thu, 24 Apr 2025 11:05:11 +0000 https://gmk.center/?post_type=infographic&p=108240 Ukraine’s steel market showed mixed trends in Q1 2025: production of key products mostly increased, domestic consumption and imports also recovered, while exports slowed. In January-March, metallurgical enterprises increased pig iron production by 7.2% compared to the same period in 2024, to 1.7 million tons. Steel output increased by 2.7% y/y – to 1.73 million […]

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]]> <![CDATA[Anna Gontarenko: «The workload of steel structure producers is now 40-60%»]]> https://gmk.center/en/interview/anna-gontarenko-the-workload-of-steel-structure-producers-is-now-40-60/ Wed, 23 Apr 2025 09:05:15 +0000 https://gmk.center/?post_type=interview&p=108144 The Ukrainian steel construction market continues to recover. Although its volume is still 40% lower than before the war, the growth dynamics is quite high and coincides with the increase in the volume of the construction market in Ukraine. In an interview with GMK Center, Anna Gontarenko, Executive Director of the Ukrainian Steel Construction Center […]

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