Ship dismantlers navigate new regulatory regimen

The enactment of Hong Kong Convention provisions could change where obsolete vessels flow in the second half of 2025.

Recycled steel trade patterns shift in 2024

With less scrap shipped from the U.S., Europe and Japan, global mill buyers reached into markets including Australia and Mexico.

Freight sector analysts fear container shipping chaos

Fewer containers and ships are leaving China for the U.S., though shipments from Vietnam have picked up some slack.

USTR announces phased measures designed to address China’s shipbuilding dominance

The actions follow a Section 301 investigation into Chinese commercial shipbuilding activity.

USTR hears comments on port fee proposal

While supported by U.S. steel producers, others speak out against the proposed fees on Chinese ships entering U.S. ports.

Egypt soaks up European scrap: Navigate Commodities

Satellite data information aggregator says Egyptian buyers brought in nearly 3.5 million metric tons of ferrous scrap in 2024.

BVSE announces April conference details

Paper recycling organization will convene April 1 in Bonn, Germany.

BIR says recycled materials import roster is incomplete

Bureau of International Recycling says just two dozen nations have informed the European Union they wish to accept scrap materials.

Germany tops Finland’s stainless scrap suppliers in 2024

More than three-quarters of Finland’s inbound stainless steel for recycling arrived from German and Dutch ports last year, according to Navigate Commodities.

PPRC webinar: Transportation and Logistics

A panel of industry experts addresses a number of factors affecting transportation and logistics, from the International Longshoremen’s Association strike last year to potential tariffs and their impact on freight rates, global container demand and new shipping alliances, in this webinar sponsored by Freight130.

BIR adds its voice to EU scrap export opposition

Brussels-based organization says it opposes restrictions backed by metals producers with melt shops in Europe.