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Sheet Metal Production for the Automotive Sector in China in 2024: Growth, Challenges, and Prospects for 2025
According to SMM statistics, China's automotive sheet metal production in 2024 reached about 492,000 tons, registering an increase of about 8,000 tons compared to 2023. Although the growth rate continues to slow down, the industry maintains a positive trend. However,...
The Clean Industry Pact: A Boost for Decarbonization and Industrial Growth.
The European Commission (EC) recently announced an ambitious package of measures known as the Clean Industry Pact, a strategic plan aimed at turning decarbonization into a growth engine for European industries. The initiative aims to reduce energy costs, create new...
China’s Metallurgical-Grade Alumina Production: Trends and Outlook for 2025
According to data collected by SMM (Shanghai Metals Market), China's metallurgical-grade alumina production in February 2025 (28 days) decreased by 8.5% month-on-month (M-o-M) but increased by 10.4% year-on-year (Y-o-Y). As of February 28, 2025, the total existing...
Metinvest and the Reconstruction of Ukraine: A Future of Steel
Three years after Russia's invasion of Ukraine, peace negotiations are gaining momentum, and Metinvest, the country's largest steel producer, is preparing to contribute to national reconstruction. The company is open to strategic partnerships to address international...