Russia retained its fifth place in the list of largest steel producers. In this respect says In a report by the World Steel Association (WSA).
China maintained its leadership in steel production last month. During this period, the country produced 67.4 million tons (-14.9% on an annual basis). India ranks second with 12.1 million tons (+9.5%).
The third and fourth places in the top 5 were taken by Japan with 7 million tons (+1.1%) and the USA with 6.8 million tons (+7.6%). Russia is in the top five with 6 million tons (+4.3%).
The top ten steel producers include South Korea, Germany, Turkey, Brazil and Iran.
Global steel production in 71 countries reporting to WSA fell 5.3% year on year to 135.7 million tonnes in December 2023. In all of 2023, 1.849 billion tons of production took place.
The other day, representatives of the aluminum industry discussed the development of Russian industry. More details – In the material “socialbites.ca”.
Previously reportedIt is stated that China doubled its aluminum purchases from the Russian Federation in one year.