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GMH Steel Group showcases its expertise in high-performance die-casting applications
15.07.2026
At “Die Casting China 2026”, which takes place in Shanghai from 15 to 17 July, Schmiedewerke Gröditz, Kind & Co. and Buderus Edelstahl will be exhibiting their combined expertise in high-pressure die-casting applications as part of the GMH Group’s Open-Die Forging Group.
Mongolia aims to develop its metal industry
13.07.2026
Copper, steel and gold: Mongolia intends to start processing its raw materials. A copper smelter and a steelworks are to be the first to undergo construction. Investments worth billions are on the horizon, according to GTAI.
JSW Steel is investing in electric steel production
09.07.2026
As part of JSW Steel's expansion into non-grain-oriented (NGO) electrical steel production at its Vijayanagar Works, Fives together with John Cockerill signed a contract to design and supply three processing lines.
Benteler opens new automotive plant in Morocco
07.07.2026
Automotive supplier Benteler has opened a new automotive plant in Kenitra, Morocco. The factory is designed as a digital and networked production facility. Industry 4.0 solutions promise efficient processes, high quality and maximum transparency.
Damage in metals increases under shear load
01.07.2026
The extent to which materials can withstand mechanical loads is crucial to the safety of components – e.g. in aeroplanes. Researchers have now discovered a previously unknown mechanism of damage in metals, which is particularly relevant to materials’ formability and safety with an eye to recycling processes.
Climate-neutral steel production in Germany can be profitable
26.06.2026
Transformation is achievable, a new study by Mannheim-based economists shows.
SSAB to install a gas atomization plant for the production of metal powder for additive manufacturing
22.06.2026
The new plant will enable industrial-scale, high-quality metal powder output to meet growing market demand. Advanced melting and atomization technology helps to produce clean, spherical powders suitable for reliable 3D printing.
Saritas Stainless Steel is building a new stainless steel plant
17.06.2026
The turkish stainless steel manufacturer Saritas is building a new integrated stainless steel plant in Yalova. Once fully completed, this multi-phase project is set to significantly boost Turkey’s domestic stainless steel production
Novelis commissions first electric pusher furnace at Sierre Plant
15.06.2026
The aluminium manufacturer Novelis has officially started operating its first electric pusher furnace at its Sierre plant in Switzerland. The switch from natural gas to electricity is seen as a milestone for low-carbon aluminium production, delivering significant energy and emissions reductions.
Saarland’s steel industry to install pilot plant for scrap processing with Ki support
10.06.2026
German ROGESA Roheisen- und Rohstoffgesellschaft Saar is building an innovative processing plant in Dillingen/Saar for shredded steel and iron scrap – known as shear scrap. The scrap will be used in resource-efficient production of high-quality “green” steel at the steel companies Saarstahl and Dillinger.