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The success of the steel industry is intrinsically linked to its diverse people. Education and training for a net-zero future is a priority.
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Steel is the most commonly used metal in the world. It is everywhere in our lives.
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Engineers from Carnegie Mellon University in the U.S. have developed pioneering stainless steel neural probes that could make brain research and treatment much safer and more effective.
Join our next SteelTalks in the Safety and Health Excellence Series on 2 July at 13:00 UTC where POSCO Holdings will present its AI‑based tuyere camera technology to enhance blast furnace safety.
The 2026 edition of the Stainless Steel in Figures is now available.
World crude steel production for the 70 countries reporting to worldsteel was 157.9 million tonnes (Mt) in May 2026, a 0.3% decrease compared to May 2025.
Researchers at the University of Aberdeen in Scotland are creating 3D-printed, reusable steel connectors that will make buildings easier to reuse, adapt and recycle, reducing demolition.
The highlight of this issue is that the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology released an updated version of the policy Measures for Steel Capacity Replacement, marking the restart of China’s national mechanism for steel capacity replacement. This is a member-only report.
Taking place on 10 June at 13.00 UTC, this steelTalks will explore how ArcelorMittal's AI, computer vision, and IIoT technologies can be integrated into industrial safety management.
worldsteel's ranking of steel companies that produced more than 3 million tonnes of crude steel in 2025 and 2024. This list is published every year around this time.
World Steel in Figures provides a snapshot of of today’s steel industry, including top steel producers, production by country and processes, demand, trade, and much more.
A comprehensive overview of the global steel industry in figures.
Crucial insights into our industry’s ongoing commitment to the safety and wellbeing of our workforce.
Nineteen Sustainability iIdicators for the steel industry and a historical overview.
Pathways and call to action to reduce CO2 emissions from the steel industry.
Six safety and health principles for the steel industry. An evolving set of guidelines.
The advantages of joining a vibrant steel community.
A collection of amazing facts about steel that demonstrate steel's value for society.
An informative and entertaining look at steel’s enormous impact on the history of mankind.
Given the inherent properties of steel, steel has a major role to play in the circular economy.
Six principles for a safe and healthy work environment and other important topics.
How to manage water sustainably across the steel industry.
An overview of the importance of steel industry co-products and why their use should be encouraged.
Air quality control is a major priority for the steel industry.
A life cycle approach is the only way to establish the true environmental performance of any given product.
worldsteel's Breakthrough Technology Conference
worldsteel's Sustainability Charter
worldsteel's Sustainability Champions
worldsteel's Open Forum