Where the Middle East shapes the future of steel

The Middle East Iron & Steel Conference and Exhibition is the premier meeting for leaders across the value chain – mining, trading, decarbonization and advanced technologies – to address pressing challenges. As trade routes shift and green steel demand grows, this three-day event provides crucial intelligence, networking and technology insights.

Beyond the horizon

Just some of the key topics in 2026:

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Geopolitics & Regional Stability

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Decarbonization & Green Steel

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Trade Policy & Global Market Shifts

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Raw Materials & Supply Chain Resilience

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Technology & Production Innovation

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Africa’s Emerging Steel Markets

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Confirmed leaders in 2025 included:

Eng. Saeed Ghumran Al Remeithi
Group CEO
Emsteel

Débora Gracio
Market and Business General Manager – Iron Ore Briquettes Business Development
Vale

Hatim Senhaji
CEO
Maghreb Steel

Melinda Moore
VP Innovation & Commercial, Development
Ivanhoe Atlantic

Mohamed Zada
General Manager
Suez Steel

Ramy Saleh
Chief Business Development & Sustainability Officer
El Marakby Steel

Priyanka Agrawal
Lead, Steel Market
Wood Mackenzie

Sharjeel Azhar
Chief Executive Officer
AL-ITTEFAQ STEEL / ISPC

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More about the 2025 conference

Diversifying product range, reducing carbon emissions need to be main focus for MENA steelmakers, top executives say: MEIS 2025

Understand the future of steel producers in the Middle East as they adapt to environmental responsibilities and market trends.

MENA region must focus on sustainability, Emirates Steel CEO says: MEIS 2025

Learn how MENA sustainability initiatives are transforming the region’s industries, focusing on efficiency and artificial intelligence.

Middle East ‘one step ahead’ in green steel transition, Jindal Steel CEO says: MEIS

Explore the green steel transition in the Middle East and its potential for global steelmaking dominance through sustainable practices.

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Middle East Iron & Steel 2026

The region's leading iron and steel trading event is a must-attend conference for the latest industry news, trends, and analysis, where over 1,450 international senior executives come together to meet, discuss and get the latest insights into the market.