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Iran remained the regional leader in sponge iron (DRI) and crude steel producing in 2023 and 2024, respectively

Iran remained the regional leader in sponge iron (DRI) and crude steel producing in 2023 and 2024, respectively.

Iran remained the regional leader in sponge iron (DRI) and crude steel producing in 2023 and 2024, respectively

According to the latest data, Iran continues to lead the region in steel production, maintaining its position as the top producer of Direct Reduced Iron (DRI) and crude steel. In 2023, Iran produced an impressive 33.5 million tons of DRI, and it is projected to produce 31.0 million tons of crude steel in 2024, solidifying its status as a regional powerhouse in the steel industry.

Other Leading Countries:

  • Saudi Arabia: 6.7 million tons of DRI and 9.6 million tons of crude steel.
  • Egypt: 6.4 million tons of DRI and 10.7 million tons of crude steel.
  • Algeria: 4.2 million tons of DRI and 4.5 million tons of crude steel.
  • Iraq: 3.0 million tons of crude steel.

These figures highlight the growing importance of these countries in the global steel market, with Iran continuing to dominate DRI production. Saudi Arabia and Egypt also remain significant players, showcasing their role in meeting both regional and global steel demands.

Implications for the Global Steel Industry

These statistics underscore the critical role that countries in the region play in the global steel industry. As production continues to increase, Iran's dominance in DRI production, along with Egypt and Saudi Arabia's growth, positions the region as an essential hub in steel manufacturing, impacting global supply chains and markets.

The ongoing development in these countries demonstrates the importance of continued investment and innovation in the steel sector, as they remain key contributors to shaping the future of global steel production.

Country

DRI 2023 (Mt/y)

Steel 2024 (Mt/y)

Morocco

1.4

0

Algeria

4.2

4.5

Tunisia

0.1

0

Libya

1.7

0.9

Egypt

6.4

10.7

Jordan

0

0.3

Iraq

3.0

0

Iran

33.5

31.0

Kuwait

0

1.0

Saudi Arabia

6.7

9.6

Bahrain

1.6

0

Qatar

2.7

0

UAE

3.7

1.7

Oman

1.6

3.0

Yemen

0

0


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