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February 2024 crude steel production
World crude steel production for the 71 countries reporting to worldsteel was 148.8 million tonnes (Mt) in February 2024, a 3.7% increase compared to February 2023.
Market trends in construction, a series of informative videos delving into crucial topics at the forefront of steel construction engineering and the changing role of the infrastructure CEO.
January 2024 crude steel production
World crude steel production for the 71 countries reporting to worldsteel was 148.1 million tonnes (Mt) in January 2024, a 1.6% decrease compared to January 2023.
Alternative propulsion will power the future of air travel
As the air industry faces up to a world where more sustainable flight is crucial to its future survival, the race for greener propulsion is on.
Open Forum 2024 - Save the date
The next Open Forum will take place in Brussels, Belgium on 11-12 June. The discussions aim to address topics of interest to the steel industry ecosystem by reaching beyond steelmakers to engage with all stakeholders.
An overview of global market trends, comments from constructsteel's new Chair, Prof. Olivier Vassart, and key takeaways from McKinsey's panel discussion at Davos.
December 2023 crude steel production and 2023 global crude steel production totals
December 2023 crude steel production, full-year annual production 2023 and top 40 steel-producing countries in 2023.
Update on the market trends and technical trends in the construction sector with a new AI-informed approach to decarbonising buildings. Also, keep up to date with construction news headlines.
November 2023 crude steel production
World crude steel production for the 71 countries reporting to worldsteel was 145.5 million tonnes (Mt) in November 2023, a 3.3% increase compared to November 2022.
Publications
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The Steel Story
An informative and entertaining look at steel’s enormous impact on the history of mankind.
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Steel - the permanent material in the circular economy
Given the inherent properties of steel, steel has a major role to play in the circular economy.
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World Steel in Figures 2023
A comprehensive overview of the global steel industry in figures.
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Safety and health in the steel industry: 2023 report
Transparency is essential. A series of key safety and health indicators for the global steel industry.
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Sustainable Steel
Eight sustainability indicators for the steel industry and a historical overview.
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Safety and Health Recognition 2022
Seven companies recognised for their excellence in safety and health.
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Safety culture and leadership fundamentals
This publication sets out four fundamentals which will contribute to a safer and healthier workplace.
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worldsteel membership benefits
The advantages of joining a vibrant steel community.
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Safety and health principles and definitions
Six safety and health principles for the steel industry with useful definitions and calculations.
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Safety and health policy paper
Six principles for a safe and healthy work environment and other important topics.
Policy paper
Water management policy paper
How to manage water sustainably across the steel industry.
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Co-product policy paper
An overview of the importance of steel industry co-products and why their use should be encouraged.
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steelFacts
A collection of amazing facts about steel classified into four sections.Videos
ABOUT WORLDSTEEL
The World Steel Association (worldsteel) is one of the largest and most dynamic industry associations in the world, with members in every major steel-producing country. worldsteel represents steel producers, national and regional steel industry associations, and steel research institutes. Members represent around 85% of global steel production.Read moreFacts & Figures
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