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  • China’s Scrap Import Policy – How will it change the market dynamics?

    China’s Scrap Import Policy – How will it change the market dynamics?

    The global steel and scrap industry is awaiting the announcement from the Chinese govt. regarding reforms on resumption on scrap imports. Sources expect announcements to be made shortly and may be implemented from Jan’ 2021. This move is likely to boost Chinese scrap import volumes which have fallen drastically from CY’17. The global steel market awaits its announcement and its impact on global scrap, iron ore, and steel prices

    Key points of discussion:-

    • What is this policy?
    • When is it expected to get implemented?
    • How will this change the trade flows- supplies and prices?
    • Will there be a shortage of scrap in the global market?
    • Potential markets for scrap supply to China
    • Will it impact the global billet market?
    • China’s heavy dependence on iron ore imports to come down?

    Speakers

    • Mr. Tao Jiangshan, Deputy Secretary General of China Association of Metalscrap Utilization (CAMU) – DRI working committee, China
    • Mr. Abhijeet Mahanta, Head Ferrous – European Metal Recycling (India, Bangladesh)
    • Mr. Henry Liu, Head of Iron Ore Analytics, Mysteel, China
    • Mr. Arshdeep Singh, Director, Vital Solutions Pte Ltd, Singapore
    • Ms. Nishtha Mukerjee, GM – Iron ore & Scrap, SteelMint, India

    Date:

    21st December, Monday at 12:30 PM (IST); 3:00 PM (Singapore time); 11 AM (Dubai Time)


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  • Indian Long Steel : Short and Medium term Outlook

    Indian Long Steel : Short and Medium term Outlook

    Indian long steel prices are rallying with prices that have hit record-high levels. Raw material cost-push and supply constraints have resulted in sharp price hikes. How long will the price rally continue?

    Key points of discussions on long steel

    • What are the key factors driving steel demand?
    • Are current price levels sustainable?
    • What are export allocations of billets by Indian mills in next few months?
    • Current utilization capacity of IF based bills ?
    • What is the situation of steel inventories in the system?
    • Update on other key global markets

    Speakers:

    • Mr Nalin Gupta, Managing Director, J Kumar InfraProjects Ltd
    • Mr Sanjay Agrawal, Senior VP, JSW Steel Ltd
    • Mr Yogesh Mandhani, MD, Mahalakshmi TMT Pvt Ltd
    • Mr Ramesh Agrawal, Owner, MD – Real Ispat & Power Ltd
    • Mr Subimal Sarmah, Head Sales : TMT(E & S) & Cement, JSPL

    Date: Tuesday, 8th Dec, 3:00 PM (IST), 5:30 PM (Singapore time), 1:30 PM (Dubai time)


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  • Indian Flat Steel Market – Short and Medium Term Outlook

    Indian Flat Steel Market – Short and Medium Term Outlook

    Indian flat steel prices are rallying with prices that have hit record-high levels. Raw material cost-push, pent up demand from auto & white good sales, and supply constraints have resulted in sharp price hikes. Indian mills have been cutting down export allocations on higher domestic realizations. How long will the price rally continue?

    Date: Wednesday, 2nd Dec, 3:00 PM (IST), 5:30 PM (Singapore time), 1:30 PM (Dubai time)

    Speakers:

    • Mr Saji Samuel, Vice President – Cold Rolled Products & Head SBU Auto (All India) JSW Steel Ltd
    • Mr Nikunj Turakhia, President, Steel Users Federation of India
    • Mr Saptarshi Saha, Head, Heavy Plates Sales at AMNS


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    Key points of discussions on flat steel

    • What are the key factors driving steel demand?
    • Are current price levels sustainable?
    • Are steel imports viable?
    • What are export allocations by Indian mills in next few months?
    • What is the situation of steel inventories in the system?
    • Update on other key global markets
  • Commercial coal mining reforms: New beginning or non-starter?

    Commercial coal mining reforms: New beginning or non-starter?

    The government has invited technical and financial bids for 38 coal blocks to be submitted for commercial mining. Sans the restrictive end-user clause in mining auctions, commercial mining is expected to boost output and rein in burgeoning coal imports. However, uncertainties persist about private participation in coal mining, especially at a time when core sectors of the economy are grappling with the pandemic-induced slowdown. Join us as we interact with our panel of experts on a plethora of pressing issues.

    Date: Saturday, 17th Oct, 11:00 AM (IST), 1:30 AM (Singapore time), 9:30 AM (Dubai time)

    Panellists:

    • Mr A.K. Jha, Former Chairman, CIL
    • Mr Somesh Biswas, Chief, Raw Materials Strategy Group, Tata Steel India
    • Mr V.K. Arora, Chief Mentor, Karamchand Thapar & Bros. (Coal Sales) Ltd.


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    Points of discussion:

    • Restrictive industry structure as a disincentive to private participation in coal mining
    • Concerns related to quality of domestic coal, grade slippage
    • National Coal Index, grade issues and rationale behind factoring in import prices in NCI
    • Will commercial miners be able to match lower prices than CIL?
    • Delay in approvals/difficulty in acquiring land as against facilities available to PSUs under Coal Bearing Act
    • Evacuation and logistical concerns around blocks to be auctioned
    • Renewables and new investments in coal mining – the broader picture
  • VIRTUAL EVENT – CHROMIUM 2020

    VIRTUAL EVENT – CHROMIUM 2020

    ICDA is pleased to announce that the Chromium 2020 conference will be maintained and held online and you will have the opportunity to attend themed sessions covering a wide range of topics which are decisive for businesses.

    “Highlights”

    • What to Expect for the Coming Months and 2021?
    • How is China’s Economy Recovering After the First Wave of COVID-19?
    • Is Europe the Weak Link in Between China and Usa, Struggling to Maintain its Economy Amidst Lockdown?

    The world at the time of Covid-19 and after

    • In addition to a world sanitary crisis, geopolitical tensions are rising and developed countries’ economies are stagnating waiting for signs of recovery, when will the recovery happen?
    • Covid-19 has shown how other regional economies are highly dependent on China, will the after crisis leads to a new economic world order with countries repatriating industries?
    • Who are China key partners for economic cooperation and trade, will China remain a strong driving force after Covid-19?

    Climate emergency remains

    • How the chromium industry is adapting its processes to protect the climate and meet with regulatory standards?
    • What role can chromium have in the sustainable transition?

    Regional and sectoral industry analysis

    • South Africa overview for chromium and ferrochromium amidst social and energy matters
    • China ferrochromium and stainless steel industry, will growth of the previous year come back?
    • Is the sector in a state of overcapacity?
    • India, overview of the industry following the auctions, what are the changes?
    • Global supply demand balance for chrome ore and ferrochromium
    • Stainless steel, special steels, what are the updated forecasts for consumption ?

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