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Steel and Aluminium Scrap: A Heritage to Safeguard for Europe
The European Steel Association (EUROFER) and European Aluminium have launched a joint appeal to the European Commission to take rapid and concrete action against the increase of steel and aluminium scrap exports from the European Union. The statement emphasises the...
The European Union and the 16th Sanctions Package Against Russia: Scenarios and Impacts in 2025
In February 2025, the European Union (EU) may launch its 16th sanctions package against Russia, marking the third anniversary of the Russian invasion of Ukraine. This new package is part of a strategy to hit Russia's core revenue by reducing its ability to finance the...
The Global Copper Market in 2025: Opportunities and Challenges for Chinese Smelters
The global copper market is preparing for a tense and dynamic start to the year. Increased capacity at Chinese smelters and disruptions in the global supply of concentrates are shaping an environment in which Treatment and Refining Charges (TRCs) could fall further in...
New Agreement Between ILA and USMX: A Step Forward for the Modernisation of US Ports
On Tuesday evening, a joint announcement by the International Longshoremen's Association (ILA) and the United States Maritime Alliance (USMX) brought relief to the global logistics and trade sectors. The two parties reached a preliminary agreement on a new six-year...