Fastmarkets Circular Steel Summit
The leading North American conference for the steel and scrap supply chain, where senior executives meet to exchange insights, forecast demand, and shape strategies for a resilient, sustainable future.
Houston hosts North America’s leading steel and scrap conference, bringing together mills, recyclers, traders, OEMs, policymakers and investors.
The 2026 programme addresses tariffs, cross border trade, scrap supply and demand forecasts across autos, construction and energy. With electric arc furnace capacity expanding, prime scrap availability and financing models for long term projects will be central themes.
More than 350 senior decision makers are expected. The Summit delivers direct access to procurement leaders, policy updates and market forecasts, making it the key meeting point for the North American steel industry.
George Adams
President
SA Recycling
Adam Shaffer
VP, International Trade and Global Affairs
Recycled Materials Association
Alasdair Gledhill
Chief Marketing Officer
Allied Alloys
Robert Thompson
President
SIMS Metal Management
Inside the mill playbook
Set strategies for the next four years as you navigate evolving trade, tariffs, regulation, and sustainability goals.
Meet the buyers shaping demand
Engage with auto and construction OEMs defining grade specifications, service expectations, and long-term contracts.
Making sense of the tariff debate
Understand how Section 232 and reciprocal measures are reshaping flows of scrap, pig iron, and DRI.
Strategies for stability
Access expert forecasts and in-depth analysis to better navigate global overcapacity, manage pricing volatility, and reduce supply chain risk.
Solving the scrap squeeze
Explore blending, technology, and trading strategies to secure low-copper scrap amid tightening supply.
Financing & Risk Management
Protect margins with hedging and leverage ESG debt, incentives, and innovative financing for long-term growth.
Decision Makers
Steel & Scrap Companies
Senior Management & above
Learn
Deep-dive into the issues shaping your business: tariffs, trade policy, scrap availability, steel demand, and investment. Practical sessions, case studies, and workshops give you strategies you can act on immediately.
Connect
Meet mills, recyclers, OEMs, policymakers, and investors. From senior dealmakers to niche specialists, the full scrap-to-steel value chain is here to discuss partnerships, supply security, and future growth.
Do Business
Whether negotiating pricing, exploring new technologies, or discussing M&A, this is where deals move forward. Dedicated networking spaces and one-to-one meetings ensure conversations become opportunities.
"Attending the Circular Steel Summit allowed me to meet with existing supplier, potential new suppliers to explore opportunities and gain insights into the Fastmarkets analytics in the forecasting of supply/demand and pricing impacts."
Andy Kaun Director, Procurement, Grede
"What an excellent event - deep insights and practical takeaways, with quality speakers and attendees. Putting this on my annual events calendar!"
Lisa Kagan, CEO, Buddy
"Beyond the insightful presentations, the networking opportunities were unparalleled, connecting me with industry leaders and peers who share a passion for sustainability. This summit is a must-attend for anyone looking to expand their knowledge and grow their network in the circular economy space.."
Marcie Rodriguez, CEO, Comal Iron & Metals
Showcase your solutions to decision makers across the value chain
Align your brand with the most senior gathering of the North American scrap and steel market. Sponsorship puts you in front of procurement heads, mill executives, recyclers, traders, and investors who are actively looking for partners and solutions.
From high visibility branding across the venue to curated networking spaces and private meeting opportunities, sponsors gain a platform to strengthen relationships, showcase expertise, and generate qualified leads. Whether your focus is technology, trading, finance, or processing, this is where the market comes together to do business.
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