In this issue

GE-tting the hang of China’s graphite
electrodes market!
Wending through the dynamics of China’s graphite electrodes market requires
more intricate steps than, perhaps, its dragon dances! The country has emerged
as the market-mover where GE prices are concerned. Are scrap prices likely to
further head south, amid tepid demand for finished steel? In this issue, our cover
story module focuses on GE, scrap and DRI in anticipation of SteelMint’s
upcoming 4th Steel Scrap, Billet & DRI Summit & 2nd Global Graphite Electrode
Conference, 2019. For an extended read, turn to pg. 38.
Impact delves deep into the NMDC-CMDC Bailadilah Deposit 13 impasse.
Mining has been stopped by the Chhattisgarh government, while AEL says it will
initiate activity only after the mandatory requirements are met by the mine
owners. For a 360 degree view, turn to pg. 28. While on the topic of iron ore,
miners are worried over the MMDR Act cap on iron ore lease areas. Details are
on pg. 06.
From this issue, Nikunj Turakhia, President & CEO, Standard Group India &
President, SUFI, will offer his take on key steel industry issues. Read Expertalk on
pg. 16.
Is it time for India to protect its steel against US aggression? Guest Column on
pg. 52 explores how protectionist measures defeat the prime objectives of the
WTO. Anomalous isn’t it?
Our Technology section is rich in information on hot metal pretreatment, CCS
and how Emirates Steel is moving towards zero waste through a slag
management deal with ECOFER.
Plus, we focus on a lot more. Enjoy the read!
Madhumita Mookerji
editor@steel-360.com

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Steel 360 is a monthly magazine covering the metal and mining industry in India. The magazine has a readership of 50,000+ across the globe in the metal and mining fraternity across the country (print circulation only in India). Each issue of the magazine carries a highly informative cover story; write-ups on trending topics, market prices & offers, current news from the metal & mining industry, latest technology trends, columns from industry veterans, import-export statistics, information on upcoming events and much more.
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