World Steel Association
The World Steel Association (worldsteel) represents approximately 170 steel producers (including 17 of the world's 20 largest steel companies), national and regional steel industry associations, and steel research institutes. worldsteel members represent around 85% of world steel production.
Latest News
worldsteel to Launch Steel Safety Day
03 March 2014 - The World Steel Association (worldsteel) will hold its first Steel Safety Day on 28 April 2014.
worldsteel Announces 8th steelChallenge World Champions
21 February 2014 - The World Steel Association (worldsteel) announced the new World Champions of the 8th steelChallenge.
Global Steel Output in January 2014 Down 0.4% Year-on-Year
20 February 2014 - World crude steel production for the 65 countries reporting to the World Steel Association (worldsteel) was 130 million metric tons in January 2014, a decrease of -0.4% compared to January 2013.
Missouri S&T Students Represent U.S. in International Steelmaking Competition
03 February 2014 - Two metallurgical engineering students from Missouri University of Science and Technology are headed to Belgium to test their mettle — and their ability to make virtual steel — in an international competition.
World Crude Steel Output Increased by 3.5% in 2013
23 January 2014 - World crude steel production reached 1,607 million tonnes for the year 2013, up by 3.5% compared to 2012, with the growth coming mainly from Asia and Middle East while production in all other regions decreasing year-on-year, according to the World Steel Association.
Global Steel Production Up 3.6% Y-o-Y in November 2013
20 December 2013 - World crude steel production for the 65 countries reporting to the World Steel Association (worldsteel) was 127 million tonnes in November 2013, an increase of 3.6% compared to November 2012.
worldsteel Promotes Green Manufacturing in China
28 November 2013 - On 21 November 2013, the World Steel Association (worldsteel) co-hosted a major one day conference in China on "Green Manufacturing, the Future of Steel and Automotive."
worldsteel Announces the steeluniversity Challenge Regional Champions
22 November 2013 - The World Steel Association (worldsteel) announced the regional champions for the 8th steeluniversity Challenge.
World Crude Steel Production Up 6.6% in October 2013
20 November 2013 - World crude steel production for the 65 countries reporting to the World Steel Association (worldsteel) was 134 million tonnes in October 2013, an increase of 6.6% compared to October 2012.
World Crude Steel Production Up 6.1% in September
22 October 2013 - World crude steel production for the 65 countries reporting to the World Steel Association (worldsteel) was 133 million tonnes in September 2013, an increase of 6.1% compared to September 2012.
worldsteel Announces 8th Steeluniversity.org Challenge Launch Date
17 October 2013 - The World Steel Association (worldsteel) announced the 8th Virtual Steelmaking Challenge will begin with the Round 1 Regional Championship on 12 November 2013 and will finish with the Round 2 World Championship in February 2014.
Inspiring a Generation: Worldsteel Launches Short Films Showcasing Careers in Steel Industry
11 October 2013 - The World Steel Association (worldsteel) has launched a series of films lifting the lid on the global industry.
Worldsteel Announces Winners of 4th Steel Awards
09 October 2013 - The World Steel Association (worldsteel) hosted its fourth Steel Awards ceremony at the farewell dinner to close its 47th annual steel industry conference.
Worldsteel Sustainability Indicators: A Decade of Collective Achievement by the Steel Industry
09 October 2013 - The World Steel Association (worldsteel) has published its 2013 sustainability indicators, providing the steel industry's sustainability performance trend for the past decade.
Worldsteel Recognizes Three Steel Producers for Safety & Health Excellence
08 October 2013 - The World Steel Association (worldsteel) has recognized three member companies, ArcelorMittal, Gerdau, and Tata Steel Europe, for excellence in four distinct safety and health programs.
World Steel Association Releases Short Range Demand Outlook
07 October 2013 - The World Steel Association (worldsteel) released its Short Range Outlook (SRO) for 2013 and 2014.
World Steel Association Elects New Chairman
07 October 2013 - The Board of Directors of the World Steel Association (worldsteel) has elected the following new officers for 2013/2014:
Worldsteel: Crude Steel Production Rises 5.2% Year-on-Year
23 September 2013 - World crude steel production for the 64 countries reporting to the World Steel Association (worldsteel) was 130 million tonnes in August 2013, an increase of 5.2% compared to August 2012.
World Steel Association Announces 8th Virtual Steelmaking Challenge
11 September 2013 - Each year since 2005, the World Steel Association (worldsteel) has hosted the steeluniversity Virtual Steelmaking Challenge, where students and young industry employees can test their skills using the sophisticated online process simulations.
Global Crude Steel Production Up 2.7% Year-on-Year in July
20 August 2013 - World crude steel production for the 64 countries reporting to the World Steel Association (worldsteel) was 132 million tonnes in July 2013, an increase of 2.7% compared to July 2012.