Global Steel Production Overview
Global crude steel production reached approximately 1.9 billion metric tons in 2025, with the World Steel Association projecting modest growth of 1.5–2% in 2026. This production underpins massive demand for ferrous scrap as a primary raw material.
Production by Region (2025)
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EAF vs BOF: The Scrap Demand Driver
The global shift from BOF (blast furnace) to EAF (electric arc furnace) steelmaking is the single most important structural trend for scrap demand.
Current EAF Share by Region
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Why EAF Growth Matters for Scrap
Regional Market Analysis
Asia-Pacific
India is the growth engine:
Vietnam and Bangladesh continue strong growth:
Middle East
Turkey remains the world's largest seaborne scrap consumer:
UAE and Saudi Arabia expanding:
Europe
EU Green Deal implications:
Scrap Market Pricing Trends
2025–2026 Price Evolution
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*All prices USD/MT, FOB Rotterdam. Current pricing: Contact Nautica*
Key Price Drivers for 2026
Strategic Implications for Buyers
Short-Term (2026)
Medium-Term (2027–2030)
Sustainability and Circular Economy
The scrap metal industry is central to global sustainability goals:
These factors are driving policy support for scrap recycling and EAF steelmaking globally, creating a structural tailwind for scrap demand and pricing.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will scrap prices go up in 2026?
Structural demand growth (India EAF expansion, decarbonization) supports moderate price increases. Cyclical factors (construction activity, freight rates) will cause short-term volatility.
Which region will drive the most scrap demand?
India and Southeast Asia are the fastest-growing scrap import markets. China's EAF expansion is the largest potential demand driver long-term.
Is ferrous scrap a good investment?
The structural shift toward EAF steelmaking and circular economy policies create long-term demand growth. However, scrap is a commodity subject to cyclical price volatility.
How does decarbonization affect scrap?
Carbon pricing (EU CBAM, national carbon taxes) makes scrap-based EAF steel more competitive versus blast furnace steel, driving increased scrap demand.
Where can I source scrap for the long term?
Establish relationships with proven bulk suppliers from major exporting regions. Nautica Metal Scrap B.V. offers long-term contract structures.
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