Metal Recycling News

Smoke blankets Montreal as recycling plant fire prompts health warning, investigation

Santé Montréal issued a notice on social media warning that the fire was affecting air quality.

Embattled scrap metal yard wants judge to dismiss case with Providence

Land also said that vessels identified in the a special order and additional vessels that were brought to the site from time to time have been removed.

Global Metal Recycling Market to Reach $585.9B by 2033 on Sustainability Drive

The market is supported by growing volumes of scrap generated through rapid urbanization, infrastructure expansion, and industrialization.

Recycling associations call for intervention from Competition Commission on scrap metal policy

He expresses that the commission has repeatedly warned, since 2014, about the high risk of collusion inherent in the PPS mechanism.

BIR World Recycling Convention 2026 to Open with Keynote by Fredrik Härén

Drawing from extensive international experience, Haren’s session will combine compelling stories with practical insights aimed at enhancing resilience and strategic thinking.

Large scrap pile fire under investigation in Rockville

Responding firefighters worked quickly to bring the fire under control.

Global steel scrap collection will reach 873 million tons by 2050 – JISF

The JISF also notes that by 2050, the geographic center of scrap supply will gradually shift from China and developed economies toward developing countries.

Russia’s Scrap Sector Grapples with Export Ban Concerns, Demand Changes

At the same time, structural changes in steel production are reducing scrap demand.

Laws to prevent export of scrap metal affecting local industry

He further explained that Sri Lanka’s metal-based industries meet a portion of their raw material requirements through locally sourced scrap metal.

Ukrainian Scrap Metal Exporters Challenge New Government Restrictions in Court

Limiting scrap metal exports could be a crucial step for supporting Ukraine's domestic processing industry.

Fire erupts at North Carolina metal recycling plant

The fire required multiple agencies to respond, and one firefighter was taken to a hospital for evaluation.

EU Scrap Exports Up 6% in 2025 Despite Price Drop

The imports of steel scrap into the EU from third countries also saw a modest increase, edging up by 1% to 4.8 million tonnes.

US Scrap Markets Respond to Middle East Aluminum Supply Disruption

Moreover, the US scrap markets react to Middle East aluminum disruption through multiple transmission channels that amplify initial supply signals.

Lawsuit against NJ recycling company now includes massive barge fire

EMR owns and operates metal recycling facilities that collect, process and recycle scrap metal.

New Jersey Tightens Scrap Yard Safety Rules Amid Rising Concerns

The state has since filed a lawsuit alleging repeated safety failures.

Tenaris completes acquisition of Beaver Falls area metal scrap yard

Officials said its operations will remain unchanged under the company's Steel Recycling Services subsidiary.

New Forecast: Global Scrap Metal Recycling Market to Hit $722B by 2035

By metal type, ferrous metals accounted for the largest share at approximately 75% in 2025, while non-ferrous metals are projected to grow at the fastest pace.

World Recycled Metal Market 2026 Analysis and Forecast to 2035

However, the market faces persistent challenges related to collection efficiency, contamination of scrap streams, and the logistical complexities of a global trade network.

Scrap metal fire on Delaware River barge now under control, officials say

The Delaware Emergency Management Agency assisted the Coast Guard in its response.

Massive fire erupts on scrap metal barge in Delaware Bay

Smoke billowed from several fires aboard the boat, and its location was shifting to the New Jersey side of the bay.

Global Ferrous Scrap Markets Post Mixed Trends in Feb 2026

In Turkey, HMS 1&2 (80:20) scrap prices slipped 0.6% between February 6 and March 6 to $373.1 per tonne CFR after rising in January.

Law firm Bowmans warns scrap metal dealers

Depending on the findings, Irvine said it may be possible to qualify for immunity from prosecution in terms of the Commission’s Corporate Leniency Policy.

Willenhall scrap metal firm rescued from administration

Conrad Beighton and Kirsty Swan from Leonard Curtis were appointed joint administrators and concluded the sale on the same day.

Scrap metal sector calls for broader changes as price-fixing probe highlights fault lines

The metals recycling sector has reiterated its call for a full, independent inquiry into the policy framework governing scrap metal.

Poland's Ferrous Scrap Exports Fall; Ukraine Imports Hit Record

Exports to the United States surged 2.2 times year on year to 68,560 tons.