China's shipbuilding sector remains strong despite proposed US tariffs, leading the industry for the 15th consecutive year in 2024 with 55.7% of global completions and 74.1% of new orders. Chinese shipyards benefit from low labor costs, efficient supply chains and competitive steel prices, offering vessels at significantly lower costs than US equivalents. High demand for materials and next-gen vessels further reinforces China's dominance in global shipbuilding.

As previously communicated, the decision to discontinue these assessments reflects changes in the printing market in the region. The last assessments for the LWC and SC rotogravure grades were published on April 3, 2025, reflecting March prices. The affected prices are: FP-GP-0055 SC rotogravure reels 56-g, Spain, €/tonneFP-GP-0057 LWC rotogravure reels 60-g, Spain, €/tonne To provide feedback on […]

Explore how rare earths power innovation, China's dominance and efforts to build a resilient global supply chain

The recent US executive order intended to fast-track seabed mining projects has thrown a spotlight on a sector that faces a storm of challenges, including from its stakeholders.

The publication of the following assessment was delayed: MB-AL-0052 Aluminum 6063 extrusion billet premium, delivered Midwest US, US cents/lb This price is a part of the Fastmarkets base metals package. For more information or to provide feedback on the delayed publication of this price or if you would like to provide price information by becoming a […]

Discover key insights from The Lumber Word Podcast on lumber market dynamics and the impact of current tariffs.

Explore the Peruvian containerboard market's rebound in 2024 as sales grow driven by agricultural exports and increased demand.

Fastmarkets is further extending the consultation period for its proposal to launch a monthly high-grade nickel matte payable indicator, 65-75% nickel contained, cif China, % of official exchange price assessment, following feedback from market participants. The initial proposal to launch the assessment was published on February 26, but following feedback related to market liquidity Fastmarkets extended the consultation […]

Sentiment was markedly lower during Shanghai Pulp Week 2025, standing in contrast to the bullish attitudes from a year prior. We focus on three main takeaways from our interactions with industry participants last week and conclude that a wait-and-see approach is likely to remain the dominant pattern in the short run. Key takeaways: US-Canada trade […]

Manganese ore inventories at the main Chinese ports of Tianjin and Qinzhou were originally published at 357 million-370 million tonnes. This has been corrected to 3.57 million-3.70 million tonnes. Chrome ore inventories at the main ports of Tianjin, Qinzhou, Lianyungang and Shanghai were originally published at 2.95 million tonnes. This has been corrected to 2.69 […]