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All the latest headlines from NAFTA trading partners: the U.S., Canada and Mexico.

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Strategic Alliance for Steel Fuel Tanks Appoints New Program Manager

04 January 2013 - The Strategic Alliance for Steel Fuel Tanks (SASFT), together with the Steel Market Development Institute (SMDI), a business unit of the American Iron and Steel Institute, recently announced the appointment of Richard J. Cover as program manager.

Operations Unaffected by Steam Explosion at Essar Steel Algoma

03 January 2013 - A steam explosion at Essar Steel Algoma's steelworks in Sault Ste. Mario, Ont., Canada, in the early morning of 3 January 2013 did not affect operations, according to a report from Sootoday.com Additionally, no injuries were reported.

AISI: December U.S. Imports Down 11% from November

03 January 2013 - The American Iron and Steel Institute (AISI) reported that U.S. steel import permit applications for the month of December totaled 2,358,000 tons. This was a 10% decrease from the 2,615,000 permit tons recorded in November and down 11% from the November preliminary imports total of 2,659,000 tons.

CMI to Supply a Stainless Steel Tube Furnace to Veridiam

03 January 2013 - CMI Industry received an order from Veridiam, Inc. of El Cajon, Calif., for a roller hearth furnace for the bright annealing of stainless steel tubes dedicated to nuclear and medical applications.

Borusan Mannesmann Set to Enter U.S. OCTG Market with US$150 Million Investment

02 January 2013 - Turkey's leading steel pipe manufacturer, Borusan Mannesmann, will invest US$150 million in the U.S. to establish a steel pipe manufacturing plant to cater to the energy sector. This plant is set to start production in 2014.

Timken Acquires Wazee Companies, Expands Industrial Service Offerings

02 January 2013 - The Timken Company announced its acquisition of the assets of Wazee Companies, LLC, a regional leader providing motor, generator, wind and industrial crane services to diverse end markets including oil and gas, wind, agriculture, material handling and construction.

Shale Gas Revolution Spurs Wave of New U.S. Steel Plants

02 January 2013 - The U.S. shale-gas revolution, which has revitalized chemicals companies and prompted talk of domestic energy self-sufficiency, is attracting a wave of investment that may revive profits in the steel industry, the Pittsburgh Post Gazette reports.

U.S. Preliminary Imports Rise 2% From October to November

02 January 2013 - Based on preliminary Census Bureau data, the American Iron and Steel Institute (AISI) reported that the U.S. imported a total of 2,659,000 tons of steel in November, including 1,988,000 tons of finished steel (up 2% and down 6%, respectively, from October final data).

Olympic Steel Announces Management Promotions

02 January 2013 - Olympic Steel, Inc., a national metals service center, announced several executive and operating management changes to support the company's strategic growth initiatives in 2013 and beyond.

ArcelorMittal to Sell a 15% Interest in ArcelorMittal Mines Canada for US$1.1 Billion

02 January 2013 - ArcelorMittal has agreed to sell a 15% interest in ArcelorMittal Mines Canada to a consortium led by POSCO and China Steel Corporation for US$1.1 billion.

U.S. Steel Caucus Urges Pentagon to Commit to USA-Made Steel

01 January 2013 - Congressional Steel Caucus Chairman Rep. Tim Murphy (PA-18) and Vice-Chairman Rep. Peter Visclosky (IN-01) sent a letter urging Defense Secretary Leon Panetta to clarify the Navy’s future shipbuilding plans.

Gerdau's Plants in Spain and Mexico Receive Environmental and Health Certifications

01 January 2013 - Gerdau's plants in Reinosa, Spain and in Tultitlán, Mexico received the OHSAS 18001 and ISO 14001 certifications due to their commitment with the environment and their occupational health and safety system.

Association of Women in the Metal Industries Hosts Annual Conference in Denver

31 December 2012 - A gathering of nearly 150 metals industry professionals assembled in the Mile-High City at the Association of Women in the Metal Industries' annual conference in November to network, share ideas, interact with industry leaders and learn about the latest developments impacting their businesses.

McNeilus Steel Orders Fourth Red Bud Stretcher Leveling Line

31 December 2012 - McNeilus Steel recently ordered a .500” (12.7 mm) cut-to-length Line with a stretcher leveler with SUREGRIP® technology from Red Bud Industries for its Fond Du Lac, Wis., facility.

Olympic Steel Named 2012 Pillar Award Recipient for Community Service

27 December 2012 - Olympic Steel, Inc., a national metals service center, announced it received a Medical Mutual 2012 Pillar Award for Community Service. The company was named one of 10 honorees.

Kentucky Electric Steel Reaches Labor Accord

27 December 2012 - The United Steelworkers Local 7054 and KES Acquisition Co. (dba Kentucky Electric Steel) have reached agreement on a new labor contract.

U.S. Steel Exports Increase in October

26 December 2012 - Steel exports increased in October compared to September 2012 by 12.1%, according to government reporting analyzed by the American Institute for International Steel.

Horsehead and Shell Extend Option

26 December 2012 - Horsehead Corporation, has signed an amendment to the option and purchase agreement with Shell Chemical LP that extends by six months the period of time during which Shell can perform its evaluation of the Monaca site.

Severstal North America Appoints General Manager, Metallics Purchasing

26 December 2012 - Severstal North America has appointed Mr. Sachin Shivaram, general manager, metallics purchasing, reporting to Mr. Saikat Dey, chief strategy and procurement officer.

SSINA Releases Stainless and Specialty U.S. Market Data for September 2012

24 December 2012 - The Specialty Steel Industry of North America (SSINA) has released statistical data on imports, U.S. consumption, and import penetration for YTD September 2012.

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