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BNSF urges shippers to question rail merger
The freight rail company is encouraging its customers to contact a federal agency to express opposition to the proposed acquisition of Norfolk Southern by Union Pacific.
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German trade groups object to export ban proposal
Two Germany-based metals recycling groups have issued a statement saying a recycled metals export ban would weaken its economy.
Malaysian ministry seeks low-carbon steel path
The nation’s Ministry of Trade and Industry has announced its intention to back low-carbon steel production.
Outokumpu spells out stainless steel market concerns
The metals producer says the global stainless steel supply chain has been disrupted by tariffs and other geopolitical factors.
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August global steel output drops month on month
Steel mills around the world made 5 million metric tons less steel this August compared with July, the World Steel Association says.
Barge traffic faces drought-related woes
Low water levels on the Ohio and Mississippi Rivers could affect ferrous scrap and finished steel flows in the Midwest and South.
True to its core
Allied Alloys is positioning itself for growth by letting its core values guide its mission.
S. Norton adds to Scotland site’s capabilities
The British metal recycling firm says it has made significant investments into its Glasgow, Scotland, recycled metal export site.
Bantam Materials hits 20th birthday
Canadian plastics trading and recycling firm Bantam Materials International celebrates 20 years in business after being founded in 2005.
Analysis: China’s metals sector continues to influence global markets
The nation’s outsized presence in global metals production is producing another wave of trade disruptions that will affect recyclers.
Reciprocal tariff scope now includes PET
Changes to tariff rates are unknown, but the move could affect U.S.-based recyclers.
