Middle East Iron & Steel 2025
The region's leading iron and steel trading event is a must-attend conference for the latest industry news, trends and analysis, where over 1,300 international senior executives come together to meet, discuss and get the latest insights into the market.
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With an estimated $125 trillion of investment required by 2050 to meet net-zero carbon emissions globally and an objective among countries in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region to be at the forefront of the green steel transition, the challenges and opportunities of decarbonizing the industry was a prominent theme at the conference.
Catch the latest Live Lounge interviews, featuring in-depth conversations with key players from the steel market. Recorded live at the Middle East Iron & Steel 2024 Conference in Dubai, these episodes bring you expert insights on market trends, innovation, and the industry’s future.
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Regional host sponsor
Emirates Steel, part of the EMSTEEL Group, the UAE’s largest steel and building materials manufacturer, leverages cutting-edge technologies to supply both the local market and over 70 international markets with high-quality finished steel products, creating a comprehensive one-stop shop for industry’s steel requirements.
Established in 1998, Emirates Steel grew from a simple re-roller of imported steel billets to an integrated steel plant with a total steel production capacity of 3.5 million tons annually, producing rebar, heavy and jumbo sections, wire rod, sheet piles, and steel billets.
With over a 60% share of the UAE rebar market, and 80% of the heavy sections and sheet piles markets, Emirates Steel is committed to contributing to the UAE’s industrial strategy ‘Operation 300 billion’ by delivering market-leading products to support local industries, creating job opportunities for UAE Nationals, and enhancing its sustainable practices.
As the world’s first steel player to decarbonise its supply chain, Emirates Steel is a global leader in low-carbon steel production, and has developed the MENA region’s first green hydrogen project to elevate the standard of green steel production and set industry benchmarks for national hydrogen economy goals. Headquartered in Abu Dhabi, it operates several state-of-the-art plants that not only fuel some of the nation’s most iconic projects but drive Abu Dhabi’s economic diversification goals as a world class manufacturer of high-quality steel.
For more information, please visit our website: www.emsteel.com.
Platinum sponsors
Champion Iron owns and operates the Bloom Lake mine located in the Labrador Trough, close to Fermont, Québec. Bloom Lake, an open-pit operation primarily sourcing energy from renewable hydroelectric power, produces 15Mtpa of low contaminant high-grade 66.2% Fe iron ore concentrate and proved its ability to produce a Direct Reduction quality iron ore concentrate. Champion’s high-purity product characteristics reduce emissions in the steelmaking process and facilitate the production of high-end steel. Champion is currently focused on further developing Direct Reduction iron ore products destined to support the global decarbonization of steel. Additionally, Champion owns exploration projects including the Kamistiatusset Project, near Bloom Lake, and the Consolidated Fire Lake North iron ore project in the Labrador Trough.
Ezz Steel is one of the fastest growing and most technically advanced steel producers in the world. It is the largest independent steel producer in the Middle East and North Africa, exporting high-quality steel products to many countries on four continents around the world. It has become established as a technological leader in the steel industry, having invested more than $6 billion in the most advanced steelmaking technology.
The company’s four purpose-built, state-of-the-art plants are strategically located close to major road links and international ports. They are located in Alexandria, Suez, Sadat and 10th Ramadan cities. The Alexandria mill serves export customers – through the Mediterranean – in Europe and the U.S.A., while the Suez mill, with close proximity to Sokhna port, is in the best location to meet export requirements in the Gulf and further afield in the Asian markets. Together, all mills have the capacity to produce 7 million tons of steel per year, with 4.7 million tons of long products capacity and 2.3 million tons of hot-rolled coil (HRC) capacity. These products are manufactured in more than 450 grades with precisely controlled properties to meet the demands of many challenging applications in the construction, manufacturing, engineering and transport sectors.
The primary focus for Ezz Steel is to continue its expansion to keep pace with growing demand. At the same time, the company remains devoted to investing in sustainable operations and technologies, upholding its position as a modern, efficient and forward-looking steel producer.
A fully integrated section steel producer in the GCC, SULB is a joint venture between Floulath Group (51%) and Yamato Kogyo of Japan (49%). Situated in a region of growing demand, SULB can produce the widest range of sections as compared to any other producer in the region. The heavy section mill in Bahrain has a capacity of 600,000 mt/year, while the medium and light section mill in Jubail, KSA can produce 450,000 mt/year. Both the SULB plants are ISO and CE approved and have world class processing capabilities to produce products of the highest quality. Both plants adhere to strict international safety and enviromental standards and have been accepted widley across the world.
Qatar Steel Company was established in 1978 as the first integrated steel plant in the Arabian Gulf. Commercial production commenced in 1978 with the company becoming wholly owned by Industries Qatar (IQ) in 2003. Qatar Steel was the proud recipient of ‘2015 Frost & Sullivan Middle East Integrated Steel Plant of the year’ award in the global flagship event, GIL 2015: Middle East among the five steel companies. Company also celebrated its 40 years of excellence in 2018.
Today, Qatar Steel is widely recognized as a foremost leader in the steel industry, extending its pioneering commitment from an expansive mill site located in the heart of the progressive Mesaieed Industrial City – 45 kilometers south of the nation’s capital, Doha. The Company also operates a UAE based subsidiary – Qatar Steel Company FZE.
Qatar Steel Company FZE was established to meet the growing demand for high- quality steel wire-rod products within the GCC as well as in international markets.
Inspired to meet the growing demand for steel in Qatar as well as in the region in general, Qatar Steel has embarked upon a series of initiatives aimed at increasing its production capacity.
State-of-the-art technically advanced expansion projects are designed to produce world class products. Over the years, Qatar Steel has successfully forged a remarkable reputation by establishing unrivalled quality, flexibility and reliability in all its products and service offerings. Central to this achievement has been the drive to exceed customer’s expectations.
Qatar Steel’s main business is the production and supply of Reinforcement Bar (rebar) (8mm to 40mm), Wire Rods of different grades, Billets and Hot Briquetted Iron (HBI)/ Direct Reduced Iron (DRI), manufactured through modern and state of the art production technology.
We also market by-products like, oxide fines, DR Slurry, DR Dust generated from DRI plant, EAF dust generated from Electric Arc Furnace, Slag generated from Electric Arc and Ladle Furnaces, Mill scale generated from Caster & Rolling mills.
Gold sponsors
Danieli designs, manufactures and installs metal producing plants and equipment worldwide, either on a turnkey basis or supplied as individual units, covering, with company-owned technology, the whole process cycle, from ore and scrap processing to finished flat, long, tube and extruded products, for ferrous and non-ferrous metals. Danieli plants are run by Danieli Automation process control, power and instrumentation systems, robotics, and include DIGI&MET smart manufacturing solutions (Industry 4.0). Sustainable production is guaranteed by energy-saving processes, hybrid plants using renewable energies, and hydrogen-based processes, as well as Danieli Environment solutions.
10,000 people operate in the Group companies located in Italy, Germany, Sweden, Austria, France, The Netherlands, Spain, UK, USA, Brazil, Thailand, Vietnam, China, India and Japan. Danieli Group average annual turnover is over 3 billion Euro. Investments in R&D amount to 150 million Euro per year (average for the last five years)
ESince 1960 elmarakbysteel is existing in the steel business to serve our customers with steel products putting in mind that customers have to experience the highest quality with no exception in everything we do. As the business grew and proved to be sustainable, investment in the steel industry took place wherein elmarakby started the rebars rolling mill in 2007 with today’s production capacity reaching more than 300 KT/year in sizes 10 – 32 mm. Then a backward integration happened by investing in melt shop and continuous casting mill 400 KT billet/year started in 2016. In 2019 elmarakbysteel started the new rolling mill with a production capacity of 400 KT/year of rebar 10 –40 mm diameter and wire rods 5.5 – 14 mm diameter, in addition, elmarakbysteel is having a lime calcination plant, industrial gaseous unit, steel fabrication and machining workshops. We are supplying to the iconic projects taking place in Egypt as well as exporting to Africa, Asia, Europe, North and South America.
Established in 2019, Emdad is headquartered in Al-Khobar. We take immense pride in being the first Saudi company to offer high-quality anthracite among other industrial commodities and raw materials. At Emdad, we are dedicated to delivering exceptional products that cater to several different industries, including the steel manufacturing industry, the chemical industry, the energy sector, and the metal alloy industry. Our key expertise lies in the manufacturing of anthracite, available in various sizes to suit diverse applications.
Midrex is the world leader for direct reduction ironmaking technology and aftermarket solutions. Midrex has designed, built, and serviced direct reduced iron (DRI) plants for 50-plus years. Plants based on MIDREX® Process technology produce approximately 80% of the world’s low CO2 DRI.
The MIDREX Process is highly flexible and plants can be configured to operate on natural gas, natural gas with hydrogen addition (MIDREX Flex™), and 100% hydrogen (MIDREX H2™). Any iron oxide pellets and lump ores can be transformed into either cold DRI (CDRI), hot DRI (HDRI), or hot briquetted iron (HBI). Combination plants can simultaneously discharge CDRI and HDRI, and proven systems are available for transporting and charging HDRI into melting furnace.
The company’s headquarters and research and technology development center are located in Charlotte, NC, USA. Midrex Technologies also has offices in the United Kingdom, China, India, and UAE (Dubai).
Hongte is a leading manufacture of Needle Coke, UHP Graphite electrode, Carbon Fiber,Glass. The Capacity of production Needle Coke is 150,000 ton per year. The Capacity for UHP Graphite electrode is 80,000 ton per year and main product size of electrode is 600, 650,700, 750 mm. Hongte electrode is a qualified vendor of Arcelormittal, Baosteel,Emirates Steel as well as other leading steel makers in different regions.
PP Rolling Mills Mfg. Co. Pvt Ltd. (PPRM) is a professionally managed company that started as a small family-run business in 1952. Over the past seven decades, the company has grown to deliver and provide comprehensive project solutions to the Hot Rolling Mill and Tube Mill industries globally.
Our services encompass design, manufacturing, and mill commissioning, all aimed at maximising value for our customers. Our commitment to being the customers’ first choice is deeply ingrained in our vision.
PPRM is well supported by an in-house Research and Development Centre and Design team. The six state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities and an exclusive team for erection and commissioning allow PPRM to provide a complete and comprehensive package. PPRM also produces gearboxes for high-torque applications, EOT cranes, and heavy equipment as per customers’ designs. Headquartered in Faridabad, Haryana, India, the company employs over 1200+ people.
Keeping in mind the vision of the founders and in line with the desire to constantly grow to be able to serve our customers better, PPRM acquired POMINI Long Rolling Mills, Legnano in Italy (PLRM), the oldest and most experienced long product plant supplier in the world. The companies are complementary to each other, yet the synergies they bring together for the customers are immense.
Primetals Technologies delivers cutting-edge, tailor-made plant equipment, services, and solutions to metals producers worldwide. We bring new solutions for green steel production, digital innovations for production-related processes, advanced automation, future-proof and sustainable designs for casting and rolling, and advanced process analysis and optimization to the market. With thousands of references in steel-plant building and numerous next-level service partnerships with producers worldwide, we support our customers in setting new targets and shaping their future in the metals business. We pioneer new solutions to redefine sustainable metals production. We are making orange the new green.
Spraying Systems Co. is the world’s leading manufacturer of spray nozzles. Spray technology is essential for efficient operations in steel, aluminium and metal fabricating facilities We can help you optimizing spray technology for the steel and metal manufacturing. As a result, you will improve performance, ensure consistency, boost your quality, safe resources and money and overall meet your sustainability goals. Made in Germany. Visit our homepage www.spray.com
Manufacturer of heavy-duty high-pressure pumps and complete pumping systems. Main applications are descaling, water hydraulic for forging and extrusion presses, roll cleaning, etc. HYDROWATT’s pump technology with the unique hermetically sealed AXIFLEX-piston is providing superior quality, highest reliability and lower TCO-cost over the years compared to conventional plunger pumps. Flow rate range from 20 to 800 l/min and operating pressure up to 600 bar. Made in Switzerland. https://www.hydrowatt.com/home.html
Team Bulk Carriers Pte. Ltd. is a Drybulk Operator offering End-to-End solutions to cargo owners across the globe. We transport a wide range of dry bulk commodities: Iron Ore and related products, Cement Clinker and Construction Materials, Minerals, Coal & Energy products, Grain & Agricultural Products etc.
Our mission is to be the leading integrated dry bulk operator through consistent outperformance and sustainable growth. We aspire to be a first-class partner to our Customers. We are committed to providing a Quality service, which shall consistently & continuously meets the requirements of the Customers.
We work as a Team, progress as a Team. Let us join together for a better future.
Tianjin Xinyu Color Plate Co., Ltd, is the China leading coated steel manufacturer for Galvanized, Aluzinc, ZAM, CRC-Black annealed, Prepainted steel coils. We have 4 plants, 35 production lines, more than 2000 employees, 730,000 m2 covered area, 3.5 million tons production capacity. Eatablished in 2002; ranks in Top 500 manufacturer in China since 2022; recognized as No.1 sales volume of prepainted steel in China in 2023. With high quality and advanced production lines, we hope could cooperate with customers in Middle East market.
VERSLIN MENA DMCC is a private trading company based in Dubai focusing on the trading of various carbon-based raw materials in varying industries ranging from Steel to Ferro Alloy to Soda Ash to Titanium Dioxide Producers and beyond. Our product range includes but is not limited to Anthracite Coal, Petroleum Coke, Carbon Injection, Carbon Foaming Slag, etc…
VERSLIN MENA DMCC is an international and global supplier of raw materials with offices established in various regions around the world, and with the infrastructure and know how to get products delivered to the Buyers doorstep from Europe to the Middle East to Africa and to Asia.
With a strong presence in North Africa and the Middle East VERSLIN MENA DMCC was set up in Dubai for the purpose of being close to our clients and to ensure fulfilling all their needs by timely and most effective means necessary.
Based on our vast expertise in the field of raw materials, a wide network in the mining industry developed over the past decade, and strong logistical team, VERSLIN MENA DMCC is capable of supplying Buyers in bulk by sea going vessel, bulk in container by liner vessels, bagged in BB or 25kg bags in container by liner vessels, by truck, and other means as well. Considering the different methods of delivering the material to our Buyers we are always looking for most cost-effective ways to meet our customers needs, and make them happy. VERSLIN MENA DMCC is a fast growing company with a vision to become an industry leader in the supply of raw materials globally, and is currently handling over a million tons of various raw materials per annum. Our deep faith in our business, long experience in commodities trading, wise management, reliable clients, and our professional employees make VERSLIN MENA DMCC a reliable and client-oriented partner. We look forward to growing our business with you together!
Vesuvius is a global leader in molten metal flow engineering and technology. We think beyond today to create the innovative solutions that will shape the future for everyone, delivering products and services that help our customers make their industrial processes safer, more efficient and more sustainable.!
Silver sponsors
Calderys is a leading global provider for industries operating in high-temperature conditions. The Group specializes in thermal protection for industrial equipment with a wide range of refractory products and advanced solutions to enhance steel casting, metallurgical fluxes, and molding processes. With a presence in more than 30 countries and a strong footprint in the Americas through the brand HWI (HarbisonWalker International), Calderys’ international network of experts ensures an end-to-end offer with tailored services. Drawing on over 150 years of experience, Calderys supports its customers in their energy transition needs. Headquartered in Paris, France, the Group counts 50 plants on five continents.
For more information, visit www.calderys.com
FCT Combustion is a world leader in high temperature processing plants for heavy industry. With a focus on delivering environmentally friendly technologies, FCT specializes in helping clients achieve significant emissions reductions, increased fuel efficiency, higher levels of productivity, and the flexibility to meet ever-changing requirements.
Whether you need a complete plant or individual equipment, FCT is the trusted partner to meet your pyro-processing requirements.
Kathuria Group is a renowned name in the steel industry, with over four decades of expertise, celebrated for its exceptional engineering and innovative solutions. The foundation of its success lies in its ability to design, manufacture, and manage diverse projects, particularly for Hot Steel Rolling Mills. These include custom setups for Rebar Mills, Wire Rod Mills, Section Mills, Strip Mills, and Merchant Mills, all tailored to meet specific production needs. Additionally, under Hollteck India, it manufactures Rolling Mill Guiding Equipment to cater to the Indian subcontinent market. Kathuria also integrates essential components such as Bearings, HSS Rolls, Composite Rolls, TC Rings, Electric Motors, Cardan Shafts, Gearboxes, and Industrial Robots. The group excels in post-rolling and packaging by offering efficient solutions like Strapping Machines, Tying Machines, and Coil Compactors, enhancing product safety, reliability, and traceability. Known for its expertise in High-Speed Wire Rod Mill applications, Kathuria provides advanced technologies to meet the growing demand for high-quality, fast production. By consistently innovating and staying aligned with the latest technological trends, Kathuria solidifies its position as a leading global engineering force in the steel industry.
Established in 1929, the MAGALDI Group proudly looks back on almost a century of excellence in engineering, design, and manufacturing of cutting-edge conveyor solutions. Our expertise extends across a wide array of industries, including metallurgy, metalcasting, aluminum recycling, cement, and power generation.
By tailoring our conveyors to meet the unique demands of each application, we ensure unparalleled reliability, exceptional performance, cost-effectiveness, and a commitment to environmental protection. This reputation has made us a trusted partner for steel mills, scrap yards, and metal processors seeking to optimize their material handling processes. Whether it’s scrap, DRI, briquettes, HCI, or aggregate, we possess the expertise and experience needed to deliver high-quality solutions that meet client expectations.
POMINI Long Rolling Mills specializes in the design, construction, installation and start-up of plants for the hot rolling of long products such as bars, commercial profiles, sections, rails and wire rod. The plants and equipment of POMINI Long Rolling Mills can process all the steel grades, from carbon to alloyed steel, special steels and superalloys. Solutions are offered that integrate consolidated knowledge in all domains of steel plant engineering: mechanical, electrical, automation, metallurgical, fluid engineering, civil and infrastructural. With a base of more than 500 installed plants in the world, the company brings continuous innovation to the steel market.
Since 1978, RB Automazione has been manufacturing, in Genova – Italy, instruments for technological tests on iron ores and pellets as:
DISINTEGRATION • REDUCIBILITY • REDUCTION DEGRADATION • RUL • CLUSTERING • HYL TENOVA STICKING • LTD • DYNAMIC REDUCIBILITY • COLD CRUSHING STRENGTH (CCS) … and more …
Our experience acquired in the field allows us to maintain excellent reputation as a worldwide supplier to the major Blast Furnace and DRI plants, mines and inspection companies. We are strongly committed to design durable and easy-to-use products.
Our worldwide network of dealer grants to the laboratories a smooth commissioning and a efficient after sale service. A Remote Monitoring Device for online connection with our engineers is also available to ensure an easier assistance and system upgrade.
SMS group is renowned worldwide for its future-oriented technologies and outstanding service for the metals industry. The company applies its 150 years of experience and its digital know-how to provide the industry continuously with innovative products and processes – even beyond its core business – and generates worldwide sales of around 3.1 billion euros. SMS is the right partner for challenging projects, and supports its customers throughout the lifecycle of their plants, enabling profitable and resource-efficient value creation chains. Paving the way for a carbon-neutral and sustainable metals industry is the company’s stated goal. As a global player with German roots, SMS takes responsibility for its 14,400 employees.
With more than 50 years of experience in the metal scrap market, Vezzani S.p.A. has been one of the greatest innovators, inventing the inclined shear introduced to the market in the late 70s.
The development of its expertise and capitalization of its knowledge has made Vezzani the world leading company in engineering and manufacturing the highest-productivity and lowest-operating costs shears, balers and other equipment for metal scrap processing.
Highest reliability, productivity and lowest running costs are and will be driving the Vezzani strategy in developing new solutions and long lasting partnerships with its customers.