30th International Ferro-Alloys Conference

SPAIN(SCRAPMONSTER)Join Metal Bulletin Events to celebrate the 30th birthday of the industry’s premier conference.  For this momentous occasion, we’ve provided for ample networking opportunities with more than 10 receptions to make the most of your annual meetings; all of which you’ll be able to organise under one roof.  The accessibility of the meeting rooms, grand lobby and conference halls will enable delegates to easily and strategically divide their time between the generous networking zones and the conference space.  We have all of the Rey Juan Carlos hotel at our disposal and are utilising it to allow you to maximise your time in Barcelona; from meeting clients and listening to senior level panel discussions, to joining us in IFA’s 30th birthday ball. 

Some of the topics to be covered:

Will there be further consolidation in the steel market? How could the M&A and macroeconomic trends impact the alloys raw materials markets

Developments and forecasts in the major steel producing regions: China, USA, Europe and emerging markets  

Are we still scrambling to secure safe supply of nickel in light of the Indonesian non-beneficiated materials export ban

How will new projects and expansions help offset these supply worries? How is South Africa coping with its energy crisis?  Is there any solace on the horizon for chromite miners?  Must the industry patiently suffer through the sluggish passing and implementation of legislation which could help in the long term?  What is the future for chrome-bearing ores and ferrochrome both in South Africa and other regions

Will ferromanganese prices strengthen this year on the back of healthier demand with certain supply constraints? How does the market look for silicomanganese

One year on from 2013 discussions: Is the market still optimistic about ferromolybdenum and molybdic oxide prices?  Sierra Gorda is officially up and running; what affect is this having on the market

The noble future: prospects for ferroniobium, ferrotungsten and ferrvoanadium

“The event where you can meet the global ferro alloys industry”
Ilya Khobotilov, Senior Analyst, Mechel

“Great opportunity to hear comments from the major players in the industry”
Erika Shemmeld, Sales & Marketing, Marubeni Corporation

“Excellent format, content and amenities”Bill Dickerson, Manager, Gerdau

“These events always help us to plan out requirements depending on its analysis and expectations that are based on real statistics”Emad El-Masry, Procurement Manager, EZZ Steel

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