Metal Recycling News
It should be noted that in 2025, scrap exports from Ukraine increased by 53% compared to 2024, reaching 448,680 tons.
The property at 55 Concord St. was previously part of 100 Concord St. before an earlier subdivision of the land.
The head of Ukrmetallurgprom recalled that the mining and metallurgical complex is one of the few industries that continues to operate, generates foreign exchange earnings and provides tax revenues.
Sims has also entered an agreement to sell its Mayo Shell property in Houston.
In addition, the reduction in CO2 emissions through domestic scrap processing directly meets the requirements of the European Union.
The organisation further warned that turning recyclable materials into financial liabilities could increase the risk of unmanaged waste streams.
The event will be hosted at the Swedish Exhibition & Congress Centre – Gothia Towers,
Revenue from scrap exports in December increased by 96.8% compared to the previous month and by 106.9% year-on-year, to $19.14 million.
Metal recycling involves the collection, processing, and transformation of discarded metals into reusable materials.
In late December, Kyiv introduced zero export quotas on ferrous scrap, effectively halting shipments from Jan. 1, 2026, in a move aimed at supporting Ukraine’s wartime steel industry.
Authorities have not reported any injuries, and it remains unclear whether hazardous materials at the site could pose additional risks.
As part of the rollout, BIR will release its first Academy video focused on the London Metal Exchange (LME) in mid-February.
During the search, a large quantity of assorted scrap metal was seen by the police.
Initial operations for the multi-phase project are scheduled to begin in Spring 2027, with full completion expected by 2031.
The scrap metal recycling market is growing due to increasing demand for sustainable materials, rising metal prices, and global efforts to reduce environmental impact.
The measure is also intended to limit imports of high-carbon Asian stainless steel semi-finished products from Asia.
The 2019 Steel Scrap Recycling Policy, aimed at promoting the circular economy of the steel sector, was intended to encourage processing and recycling of end-of-life products in an organised, safe and environment-friendly manner.
Success requires sustained political commitment and adequate resourcing for monitoring compliance.
Open for submissions until 31 January 2026, the initiative explores multiple policy scenarios and their potential impact on the EU aluminium market.
The collapse follows the recent death of director and owner Ken Booth, ending more than a century of family involvement in one of Britain’s best-known metal recycling businesses.
Leading mills from Türkiye, India, China, and the US will provide perspectives on evolving raw material strategies, substitution trends, and long-term procurement approaches.
Assemblyman William Moen Jr. issued a statement on Monday after Platkin announced the lawsuit.
Seasonal factors also remain influential, as winter weather disruptions can constrain collection and transportation activity.
He called for greater manpower, tougher laws, and ethical conduct among enforcers.
As reported by GMK Center, back in April 2025, the Ministry of Economy of Ukraine was considering the possibility of introducing a zero quota on scrap metal exports.