ReMA opposes European efforts seeking export restrictions for recyclables

Governments of several European countries recently called for export restrictions for recycled steel at the Summit on the Future of the European Steel Industry in February.

Tight supply poised to keep recycled steel prices buoyant

If recycled steel prices rise in the United States, it could be more of a supply issue instead of a demand one.

Tariff reactions mixed, but reshoring advocates see positive signs

As some trade association statements express reservations about the Trump White House tariff regimen, the Reshoring Initiative is tracking company decisions.

ReMA effort yields Capitol Hill meetings

Recycled Materials Association members met with Congressional representatives and staff members at late February fly-in.

BVSE announces April conference details

Paper recycling organization will convene April 1 in Bonn, Germany.

Copper tariff talk causes price spike

A Trump administration investigation into copper imports has led to an after-hours rise of 20 cents per pound in Comex copper’s value.

BIR says recycled materials import roster is incomplete

Bureau of International Recycling says just two dozen nations have informed the European Union they wish to accept scrap materials.

Commentary: The right deal for America and US aluminum

The Aluminum Association supports strengthened Section 232 tariffs on aluminum but says, “We must maintain tariff-free access to aluminum from Canada.”

Ternium reports Q4 loss but maintains 2024 profitability

Steelmaker with operations in Latin America expects improved margins and stable-to-recovering shipment volumes in 2025.

Europe’s paper and board industry rebounds in 2024

Trade group CEPI says paper and board production in its region grew by 5.2 percent last year after a “difficult” 2023.

Ferrous supply, demand woes signaled worldwide

A combination of tight supply, muted demand and disruptive tariffs presents recycled steel processors and traders with a concerning landscape.