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The Romanian steel plant Liberty Galati, a subsidiary of the global steel producer Liberty Steel, announced the restart of blast furnace No. 5 after a shutdown in May. The resumption of the unit is planned to begin in the coming days. This was discussed at a meeting of Liberty Steel CEO Sanjeev Gupta and Deputy Prime Minister of Romania Mariana Neatsu. During the meeting, the parties discussed plans to restart the plant in Galati to meet the demand from the local infrastructure and shipbuilding industry, as well as Liberty’s plans to invest in the decarbonization of existing facilities. The company asked the government for support regarding the distribution of CO2 certificates and existing incentives for energy-intensive consumers. The Deputy Prime Minister stressed the importance of continuing green investments in the enterprise, and noted that the government will cooperate with the company to restart the blast furnace. The recovery of the unit is facilitated by a significant recovery in demand for thick sheet rolled products and coated rolled products. «The last 12 months have been extremely difficult for the steel industry in Europe, but we are encouraged by the support we have received from the Romanian government. We are grateful for our cooperation in overcoming these challenges and understanding the important role that Liberty Galati plays in the production of metal products for critical infrastructure, as well as in providing high-quality employment for thousands of people,» comments Ajay Aggarwal, Chairman of the Board of Liberty Galati. Read more here🔽 #GMKCenter #Ukraine #steelmakers #steel #metals #Romania #blastfurnace #CO2 #carbon #decarbonization #emissions

The marine steel structure market is booming due to a growing need for strong and affordable structures used in offshore and onshore projects. Steel is a popular choice because of its strength, corrosion resistance, and adaptability, making it ideal for ships, oil platforms, and ports. Valued at $6.67 billion in 2023, the market is projected to reach $12.2 billion by 2032, growing at a rate of 6.94% annually. This growth is fueled by increasing demand and presents exciting opportunities for the future. #GPSteelFacts #MarineSteelMarket

Blastr Green Steel signs offtake with INTERFER: Blastr Green Steel (Blastr) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with INTERFER Edelstahl Group, a leading European steel trading company, for the annual supply of 150,000 tonnes of ultra-low CO₂ steel products. #gasworld #industrialgas

🏗️ Our 2024 Pedal to the Metal report highlights a crucial shift: Lower-emissions electric arc furnace (EAF) steelmaking accounts for nearly half of all prospective capacity currently announced or under construction, up from 43% in 2023 and 33% in 2022 However, challenges remain in the green steel transition: 🌱 Electric arc furnace (EAF) projects announced at record rates, yet only 14% have moved to construction 🏭 46% of projects under construction are still emissions-intensive BOF-based 🌍 China maintains a large share of global operating capacity and relies heavily on coal-based blast furnaces Caitlin Swalec, Program Director for Heavy Industry at GEM, says, “The progress is promising for a green steel transition. Never before has this much lower-emissions steelmaking been in the pipeline. What the industry needs now is to make these clean development plans a reality, while backing away from coal-based developments.” Discover more insights in our comprehensive report: https://lnkd.in/esN4mbwU

GEM's data shows promising growth in electric arc furnace capacity -- crucial for steel decarbonization! Why? EAFs can be fed with scrap steel (secondary production) or with crude iron refined from ore (primary production). Improved scrap recycling and secondary steel production in EAFs are critical to align the steel industry with net zero goals. Beyond secondary production, the world's need for steel will also require low emissions primary production. The most industrially-ready low emissions primary production process for steel is the direct reduction of iron ore with green hydrogen, followed by steelmaking in an EAF.

Interesting fact: Did you know that to increase the resistance of weathering steels to corrosion, alloying elements such as copper, phosphorous, nickel, or chromium are incorporated into the steel? These alloys lead to the formation of an oxide layer which remains stable and adheres to the metal’s surface. A ‘patina’ thus develops as the weathering steel is exposed to alternate wetting and drying cycles. As well as being aesthetically pleasing, the patina creates a protective barrier which impedes the further access of oxygen, moisture and pollutants into the steel. This results in a much lower corrosion rate than that of unalloyed steels. #engineering #metallurgy #corrosionresistance #worldofsteel

🎥 Did you know this Blasting Method ? Carbon dioxyde blasting is a rock-breaking technology that uses liquid carbon dioxide in a steel pipe. When heated, the liquid CO2 expands rapidly, rupturing a bursting disc and creating a strong impact on the rock. This process occurs in less than a second, making it safer than explosive blasting methods. CO2 blasting is widely used in quarrying, construction, and mining due to its high safety, precision, and environmental friendliness.

Italian steel company Acciaiereie d’Italia (ADI) has restarted blast furnace No.1 (AFO1) at its Taranto steel plant after more than a year of downtime. This event marked an important milestone in the government’s plans to support the steel industry in the region. The event was marked by a ceremony with the participation of the company’s special commissioners and Italian Minister of Enterprises Adolfo Urso. Launching blast furnace No. 1 will help increase production capacity and allow the plant to obtain the necessary financial resources for further operation. The move is part of Taranto’s large-scale development plan, which involves significant capital investment in modernizing production, including the construction of direct iron recovery units and electric arc furnaces. «The restoration of AFO1 marks the first crucial step towards decarbonization and the implementation of electric furnaces, thanks to significant investments.This production progress, combined with the implementation of environmental improvement measures, helps enhance the site’s competitiveness on both national and international levels,» ADI said in a statement. It is planned that in 2024, ADI will produce 1.9-2.2 million tons of steel, although experts believe that the actual volumes may be lower. In the first quarter of 2025, blast furnace No. 2 is expected to be launched, and by the beginning of 2026, simultaneous operation of furnaces No. 1, No. 2, and No. 4 is expected, which should make it possible to achieve the production of 4.5-5 million tons of steel per year. Read more here🔽 #GMKCenter #Ukraine #steelmakers #steel #EU #Europe #Italy #investments #modernization #metals #blastfurnace #CO2 #carbon #emissions #decarbonization

A short Technical Basis for Impact Test requirements Certain materials (especially metals like steel) can behave in a ductile manner at higher temperatures but may become brittle at lower temperatures. Impact tests like the Charpy or Izod test are used to identify the ductile-to-brittle transition temperature. This is crucial for materials used in cold environments (e.g., pipelines, offshore structures), as brittle fractures can occur suddenly and catastrophically under impact conditions. Read the full article from below: https://lnkd.in/dDG6T5PD

When traditional methods fall short, hydrofracturing could be the solution, but how does it work? 🤔 A high-pressure packer is carefully placed in the borehole and expanded. Water is then pumped through a control system, creating pressure up to 1000psi beneath the packer, which is secured with a valve. If there are minor fractures, the pressure gradually drops as water clears away sediment near the borehole. As the pressure decreases, more water is injected, effectively clearing these fractures. For a deeper dive into the process, take a look below and remember, boreholes are our business. 👇 #borehole #boreholedrilling #drilcorp #boreholeengineering #watersupply #commercialwatersupply #geotechnicalengineering #geotechnical #waterwells #boreholemaintenance #boreholedevelopment #boreholetestpumping #boreholeacidisation #boreholeironremoval #boreholehighpressurejetting #boreholesurveys #groundsource #minesource