металлургия
European Business Association proposes extending zero export quota for scrap metal in 2027
Companies belonging to the European Business Association have appealed to the government to maintain a zero export quota for scrap metal throughout 2027. Alternatively, the business community is considering the introduction of a customs duty of €180…
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Ukrainian metallurgical enterprises reduced production volumes in the first 8 months of 2026
During the first eight months of 2026, the Ukrainian metallurgical industry showed a significant reduction in steel, pig iron, and rolled metal production indicators. The negative dynamic was a result of constant russian shelling of industrial…
Maritime blockade and industrial strikes cause 57% drop in steel production in August 2026
In August 2026, Ukrainian metallurgical enterprises reduced steel smelting by 57.3% compared to the same period last year, down to 277,000 tons. The industry has been under pressure from the maritime blockade, European trade restrictions, and a…
Federation of Metallurgists of Ukraine: Industry faces shutdown without state aid
Ukraine must urgently change its support policies for large businesses to prevent large-scale industrial shutdowns. Due to Russian strikes and logistics challenges, the industry is losing its ability to operate without state intervention.
Libya shuts down largest steel plant LISCO due to energy crisis
The Libyan government has ordered a full production halt at the country’s largest metallurgical enterprise, LISCO. The decision was made due to the critical state of the energy system and the need to redirect the plant’s capacity to the national…
Pig iron exports fell 72% in July
In July, Ukraine’s pig iron exports fell 72% to 51,500 tonnes. Over seven months, shipments decreased 0.55% year-on-year to 1.03 million tonnes.
