Steel Caucus urges Vietnam retain 'non-market economy' status
The Congressional Steel Caucus have expressed concern regarding the US government’s potential trade status change for Vietnam.
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Final thoughts
Sometimes, words can lead you in interesting directions. Specifically, crosswords. For the last six weeks we have been making steel-themed crosswords in the lead-up to SMU's Steel 101 course in Fort Wayne, Ind., which is taking place today and tomorrow. I’ve learned snippets of steel history and educated myself on the finer points of sponge iron.
SMA, MSCI: USMCA vital to North America as long as rules followed
The USMCA is an important trade agreement, as long as the member countries honor its requirements. These were the sentiments echoed by top officials of the Steel Manufacturers Association (SMA) and Metals Service Center Institute (MSCI) during a press conference at their annual meeting last week in Scottsdale, Ariz.
Final thoughts
When you step out of the airport in Phoenix in June, the heat tends to focus your mind. I was in town to attend the Steel Manufacturers Association/Metals Service Center Institute (MSCI) annual meeting in Scottsdale, Ariz. The desert locale with palm trees, swimming pools, and the obligatory high-powered air conditioning was fitting for 2024. Between the presidential election and the geopolitical situation, things have definitely been heating up.
SMA taps Farris as VP of government affairs
The Steel Manufacturers Association (SMA) has named Brandon Farris as vice president of government affairs
JSW Steel USA returns to SMA
JSW Steel USA has rejoined the Steel Manufacturers Association (SMA).
Biden hikes tariffs on Chinese goods, including steel and aluminum
The Biden administration announced a series of actions on Tuesday targeting China’s "unfair" trade policies. These actions will, among other things, make imports of steel and aluminum from the Asian nation even more prohibitive.
USTR targets China in new 301 probe; Biden calls for higher tariffs
The Biden administration on Wednesday announced measures to support the domestic steel industry.
Iron, steel win big in Dept. of Energy’s $6B decarb initiative
The Department of Energy (DOE) announced on Monday six projects that will receive up to $1.5 billion in funding to further decarbonize the iron and steel industry.
JSW Steel picks Simon as CEO of US operations
India’s JSW Steel has selected steel industry veteran Robert Simon as CEO of JSW Steel USA.
SMA: US steelmakers deserve credit for leading decarbonization charge
When it comes to finding ways to reduce emissions in steel manufacturing, we are in the all-of-the-above camp.
Mexico eyes steel tariffs on US as trade fight brews
Mexico has said it will place retaliatory steel tariffs on the United States if the US acts to reimpose Section 232 on its neighbor, according to an article in Reuters.
Stricter EPA air-quality standards could hit steel
The US Environmental Protection has announced more stringent air quality standards that could impact domestic steel producers.
Second Trump term could mean 60% tariff on Chinese imports: Report
Former President Donald Trump discussed, if re-elected, placing a 60%-or-more tariff on all Chinese imports in an interview with Fox News on Sunday.
SMA cheers extension of US-EU talks on CO2 emissions in steel, aluminum
The Steel Manufacturers Association (SMA) outlined its praise for the US and EU extension on negotiations towards the proposed Global Arrangement on Sustainable Steel and Aluminum.
SMU Spotlight: SMA's Gregg Walker connects the outside world with the steel industry
When significant events happen in the world of steel, many media outlets turn to the experts for insight. Associations like the Steel Manufacturers Association (SMA) are advocates for the steel industry and communicate with the outside world. SMA's director of communications and media relations, Gregg Walker, shared his expertise with SMU.
SMA: Looking ahead at 2024
The new year represents an opportunity to capitalize on America’s leadership position in free market principles, steel industry modernization, and global efforts to create a lower carbon future for the steel industry. Steel Manufacturing Association (SMA) members are poised to lead the way.
US extends tariff-rate quotas with EU through 2025
The tariff rate quotas (TRQ) on steel and aluminum imports from the European Union are being extended for another two years.
Japan's Nippon Steel to acquire U.S. Steel for more than $14B
Nippon Steel will acquire U.S. Steel in a deal valued at $14.9 billion, or $55 per share, the two companies announced on Monday morning. The Japanese steelmaker will keep U.S. Steel's iconic logo and its Pittsburgh headquarters, the companies said.
Leibowitz: Steel and aluminum intensity—the trade implications
This year saw a huge increase in debate and proposals for addressing greenhouse gas emissions, not only here in the US but around the world.
Steel associations respond to Steel Standards Principles introduced at WTO
SMU asked the two major US steel associations for their thoughts on the Steel Standards Principles. Here’s what they had to say.
Steel Standards Principles introduced at COP28 in Dubai
A group of organizations and stakeholders introduced a set of Steel Standards Principles at the COP28 UN Climate Change Conference.
Bell: Buy clean programs need a single carbon emissions standard for steel
The Biden administration’s climate ambitions are laudable. Buy Clean programs have the potential to meaningfully reduce CO2 emissions, supporting the American steel industry and its workers. Buying clean steel In February 2022, the administration launched the federal Buy Clean initiative and established its Buy Clean Task Force. These programs prioritize the use of American-made, low […]
US, EU To Continue Talks on Steel, Aluminum Deal After White House Meeting
After a meeting Friday at the White House, the EU and US issued a joint statement noting no concrete movement towards a Global Arrangement on Sustainable Steel and Aluminum.
US and EU to Discuss 'Global Arrangement' for Steel and Aluminum
The US and European Union will continue trade talks on Friday, Oct. 20, according to a statement from the European Council.
Leibowitz: Readout of the SMU Steel Summit—Steel Decarbonization
As the Oct. 31 deadline approaches to reach an agreement on steel matters, the US and EU are headed for an impasse.
Flack’s Daniel Doderer Receives 2023 NexGen Leadership Award
Flack Global Metals’ Daniel Doderer was the recipient of the 2023 SMU NexGen Leadership Award.
Steel Groups Urge US-Made Material to Receive IRA Tax Credits
Five domestic steel trade associations wrote a letter requesting the government to ensure the use of US-made steel in certain components of wind and solar projects receiving federal funding. Addressing the letter to US Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen, the groups included the American Iron and Steel Institute (AISI), Steel Manufacturers Association (SMA), American Institute of Steel Construction (AISC), […]
Steel Groups Urge US-Made Material to Receive IRA Tax Credits
Five domestic steel trade associations wrote a letter requesting the government to ensure the use of US-made steel in certain components of wind and solar projects receiving federal funding. Addressing the letter to US Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen, the groups included the American Iron and Steel Institute (AISI), Steel Manufacturers Association (SMA), American Institute of Steel Construction (AISC), […]
Steel Summit 2023 Speaker Focus: Philip K. Bell
Steel Manufacturers Association (SMA) president Philip K. Bell will be joining as a panelist and presenter at the 2023 SMU Steel Summit Conference Aug. 21-23 in Atlanta. “I’ve been attending Steel Summit for over a decade, and each year it gets bigger and better,” Bell said in a sitdown with SMU. This year he will […]