What's new
Issue date: December 2023 and full year steel production data
worldsteel plans to release its December 2023 global crude steel production data and annual data on Thursday, 25 January.
Update on the market trends and technical trends in the construction sector with a new AI-informed approach to decarbonising buildings. Also, keep up to date with construction news headlines.
November 2023 crude steel production
World crude steel production for the 71 countries reporting to worldsteel was 145.5 million tonnes (Mt) in November 2023, a 3.3% increase compared to November 2022.
2023 Steel Statistical Yearbook published
worldsteel's Steel Statistical Yearbook presents a cross-section of comprehensive statistics from 2013 to 2022.
Stay informed on global construction market trends, read about generative AI's potential in real estate, and what's new in the construction market.
Transforming transport in Nigeria’s megacity
The Lagos Mass Transit System in Nigeria represents a new future for transport in one of Africa’s most populous and rapidly growing megacities.
worldsteel announces steelChallenge-18 World Championship Finalists
The Regional Championship of steelChallenge-18 took place online for 24 hours on 29 November 2023. This year’s steelChallenge attracted 1,649 participants. Find out who the finalists are.
Breakthrough Technology Conference 2023
Our first Breakthrough Technology Conference took place in Abu Dhabi, UAE on 5-6 December. It was an opportunity to discuss the technological options being explored and developed to transform our industry. Presentations, photographs and recordings are available.
Partnership including COP28 Presidency to catalyse decarbonisation across heavy-emitting sectors. ‘[We look forward] to working with its wide range of partners,’ says Åsa Ekdahl, Head, Environment and Climate Change.
Publications
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The Steel Story
An informative and entertaining look at steel’s enormous impact on the history of mankind.
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Steel - the permanent material in the circular economy
Given the inherent properties of steel, steel has a major role to play in the circular economy.
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World Steel in Figures 2023
A comprehensive overview of the global steel industry in figures.
Report
Safety and health in the steel industry: 2023 report
Transparency is essential. A series of key safety and health indicators for the global steel industry.
Report
Sustainable Steel
Eight sustainability indicators for the steel industry and a historical overview.
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Safety and Health Recognition 2022
Seven companies recognised for their excellence in safety and health.
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Safety culture and leadership fundamentals
This publication sets out four fundamentals which will contribute to a safer and healthier workplace.
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worldsteel membership benefits
The advantages of joining a vibrant steel community.
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Safety and health principles and definitions
Six safety and health principles for the steel industry with useful definitions and calculations.
Policy paper
Safety and health policy paper
Six principles for a safe and healthy work environment and other important topics.
Policy paper
Water management policy paper
How to manage water sustainably across the steel industry.
Policy paper
Co-product policy paper
An overview of the importance of steel industry co-products and why their use should be encouraged.
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steelFacts
A collection of amazing facts about steel classified into four sections.
Videos
worldsteel's Sustainability Charter
Join the recycling revolution!
Steel makes our world a better place
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