Steel 360 - August 2019

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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