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ESNA: In long term, logistics sector will become more regionalized, data-intensive, and security-focused

We spoke with Naci Tacikayan, managing partner of ESNA International Transportation, about the effects of tensions in the Middle East on the logistics sector.

KOSDER: Coastal shipping is becoming a critical solution

We spoke with Neslihan Torlak Gönençer, chair of the board of directors of the KOSDER, about the effects of tensions in the Middle East on the logistics sector.

Simaş Metal Elektrik: We aim to increase our market share in the cable tray and support systems

We spoke with Murat Hapçıoğlu from Simaş Metal Elektrik, about the company’s flagship products and capabilities, as well as its plans for the coming period.

Akpen Metal: It’s getting harder to survive as demand falls and competition intensifies

We spoke with Mahir Yılmaz, owner of Akpen Metal, about the challenges in the industry and the changes brought about by geopolitical developments.

Angora Shipping: The tightening of energy supplies, freight costs, supply chain issues, and insurance problems will ...

We spoke with Hakan Çendik, co-founder of Angora Shipping, about the impact of the situation in the Strait of Hormuz on maritime transportation and global supply chains.

Giuseppe Pasini: Electricity becoming a national emergency in Italy for industry and families

At Wire&Tube 2026, SteelOrbis talked to Giuseppe Pasini, president of Feralpi Group, about a number of topics, and especially electricity prices for the Italian steel industry.

STAR DEMİR ÇELİK A.Ş.: We are a center for large-scale integrated solutions for the defense and heavy industries

We spoke with Sevda Baltacı, from Star Demir Çelik, about the services they provide, especially to the defense industry, and their plans for the coming period.

Bor Lojistik: We aim to expand scope of our international operations in long term

We spoke with Osman Karapınar, representative of Bor Lojistik, about how their experience in the iron and steel sector has shaped their logistics processes.

Redshaw: New era of cost pressure for high-carbon steel producers

SteelOrbis talked to Anıl Akalın from Redshaw Advisors about the first tangible changes observed among steel importers following the implementation of the EU’s CBAM.

Galva Metal: Green steel also signifies a commercial and operational transformation for steel service centers

SteelOrbis talked to Tolga Kısacıkoğlu, chairman of the Board of Galva Metal, about the role of steel service centers in the industry.

Hasçelik: With our new steel mill investment, we aim to secure a stronger position in international competition and ...

SteelOrbis talked to Adnan Naci Faydasıçok, chairman of Hasçelik, regarding the current conditions in the specialty steel sector and their latest investment.

Mert Çelik: Reducing foreign dependency in specialty steel is possible with process capability, not capacity

SteelOrbis talked to Mert Öztaş, board member at Mert Çelik, about the latest developments in specialty steel sector and expectations for next year.

ÇEMTAŞ: Green energy investments are bolstering ÇEMTAŞ’s competitive strength

SteelOrbis talked to Nuri ÖZDEMİREL, general manager, ÇEMTAŞ, regarding the latest developments in specialty steel market.

Bimeks Çelik: We aim to increase our sales by 20 percent by 2026

We spoke with Selim Aydın, sales manager at Bimeks Çelik, about the company’s operations and its goals for 2026.

Yametaş: Projections for 2026 reflect cautious optimism

SteelOrbis talked to Mehmet Ali Fincan, general manager of Yametaş Yassı Metal Mamulleri regarding their 2025 review and expectations for 2026.

YİSAD: CBAM uncertainties will put pressure on our exports in the first six months

Tayfun İşeri, Chairman of Turkey’s Flat Steel Exporters and Industrialists Association, spoke to SteelOrbis regarding his 2025 review and 2026 expectations.

Recycling Europe: Preserving recyclers’ access to open markets remains essential in 2026

Maria Vera Duran, policy director at Recycling Europe, talked to SteelOrbis giving her review of 2025 and expectations for 2026.

PASSAD: Turkish stainless steel industry starts 2026 with new hopes

SteelOrbis talked to Dr. Erdem Şireli, secretary general of Turkey’s Stainless Steel Industry Association, about 2025 review and 2026 expectations.

KOSDER: Transformation will be mandatory for our sector in 2026 and beyond

Neslihan Torlak Gönençer, chair of the board of directors of Turkey’s KOSDER, spoke to SteelOrbis giving her review of 2025 and expectations for 2026.

SOGAD: We anticipate a limited improvement in demand in 2026

Kerem Çakır, chairman of Turkey’s SOGAD, spoke to SteelOrbis regarding his review of 2025 and expectations for 2026.

TÇÜD: Despite all challenges, we expect an increase in production and consumption in 2026

Dr. Veysel Yayan, secretary general of the Turkish Steel Producers Association (TÇÜD) spoke to SteelOrbis about 2025 review and 2026 expectations.

PASDER: General expectation for 2026 is for a moderate and regionally differentiated increase

Fatih Köksal, secretary general of Turkish-based PASDER (Stainless Steel Association), spoke to SteelOrbis, reviewing 2025 and giving his expectations for 2026.

Galva Metal: We are very optimistic about 2026-27

Tolga Kısacıkoğlu, chairman of Galva Metal, talked to SteelOrbis, sharing his review of 2025 and expectations for 2026.

Hasçelik: In 2026, we will strengthen our investments with a focus on operational excellence and sustainability

Adnan Naci Faydasıçok, chairman of the board of Hasçelik, talked to SteelOrbis, sharing his review of 2025 and his expectations for 2026.

EUROFER: No improvement in apparent steel consumption expected before Q1 2026

Alessandro Sciamarelli, EUROFER director of economic research and market analysis, spoke to SteelOrbis, reviewing 2025 and giving his expectations for 2026.

Çolakoğlu Metalurji: Our priority in the coming period is to increase the share of low-emission and value-added ...

SteelOrbis talked to Gökhan Erdem, sales and marketing director at Çolakoğlu Metalurji, regarding 2025 review and 2026 expectations.

Kocaer Steel: 2026 could be a more balanced and predictable year compared to 2025

SteelOrbis talked to Mehmet Çakmur, general manager of Kocaer Steel about 2025 review and 2026 outlook.

Assofermet: 2026 will be a year of major changes

SteelOrbis talked to Laila Matta, president of Assofermet Rottami about 2025 review and expectations for 2026.

Borusan Boru: A more protectionist trade approach emerged in 2025

SteelOrbis talked to Zafer Atabey, chairman of executive board of Borusan Boru about 2025 review.

ÇİB: Cautiously optimistic prospects for steel sector in 2026

SteelOrbis talked to Adnan Aslan, Chairman of Turkish Steel Exporters’ Association about 2025 review and 2026 expectations.

EUROMETAL: 2026 must be a year in which Europe seriously addresses industrial competitiveness

EUROMETAL president Alexander Julius recently talked to SteelOrbis, giving his review of 2025 and expectations for 2026.

Alacero: High imports pose central challenge for 2026

SteelOrbis talked to Ezequiel Tavernelli, executive director at Latin American Steel Association (Alacero) about 2025 review and 2026 expectations.

SMA: Current US administration’s trade policies and tax strategies poised to strengthen steel industry in 2026

SteelOrbis talked to Philip K. Bell, President and CEO, Steel Manufacturers Association, about 2025 review and 2026 expectations.

Federacciai: 2026 could be turning point given right conditions

SteelOrbis talked to Antonio Gozzi, president of Federacciai, the Italian steel producers association, about the situation in the EU steel market and decarbonization efforts.

Bülent Hacıoğlu: European Union issues “latest model” trade protection measures

Bülent Hacıoğlu, managing partner at Trade Resources, shared his views with SteelOrbis as follows on the EU's new protection restrictions and their repercussions.

Redshaw: CBAM not only creates carbon costs, but also a new trade order

SteelOrbis talked to Louis Redshaw, founder and CEO of Redshaw Advisors Ltd., regarding EU's safeguard policy and the effects of CBAM.

BVSE: CBAM - lost opportunity or sturdy defender of green EU production?

SteelOrbis talked to Sebastian Will, member of bvse executive committee, about decarbonization actions in EU.

BDSV: Global overcapacity will continue to limit upside potential

SteelOrbis talked to Guido Lipinski, managing director, German Steel Recycling Association (BDSV), regarding latest situation in the EU steel market.

Crowe: One of the biggest issues regarding CBAM remains data availability and quality

SteelOrbis talked to Jamie Mcleod, director at Crowe U.K. LLP on EU's trade measures and CBAM effects.

IPHGZ: Regulation alone will not solve problem of steel industry's lack of competitiveness

SteelOrbis talked to Piotr Ślusarz, president of Polish Metallurgical Chamber of Industry and Commerce, about latest developments in EU steel industry.

EUROMETAL: Recovery unlikely before mid-2026 unless macroeconomic and policy conditions improve

SteelOrbis talked to EUROMETAL president Alexander Julius about the challenges the EU steel industry is facing.

OECD: EU steel demand expected to see gradual recovery from 2026

SteelOrbis talked to Luciano Giua, economist and policy analyst at the Organization for OECD, regarding the latest developments in EU steel market.

EUROFER: Apparent steel consumption not expected to improve substantially before Q1 2026

SteelOrbis talked to Alessandro Sciamarelli, EUROFER director of economic research and market analysis about the factors affecting EU steel market.

Assofermet: Lighter bureaucracy and softer decarbonization schedule would support ferrous metal recycling sector

SteelOrbis talked to Laila Matta, president of Assofermet Rottami, on decarbonization costs and bureaucracy linked to customs and environmental rules.

Climease: ETS prices will be factored in CBAM certificate cost calculation

SteelOrbis has interviewed Nicolas Endress, CEO and founder of Climease, a globally experienced Swiss company that has developed dedicated software to calculate CBAM costs.

İÇDAŞ: Rising protectionism is causing markets to shrink, competition to increase and the supply-demand balance to be ...

We spoke with Murat Cebecioğlu, export manager of Turkish steel producer İÇDAŞ, about the current situation in the Turkish steel sector and the outlook for the future.

TMB: Strengthening domestic production and developing high value-added products is of great importance

We spoke with Doğukan Baylan Board member of Işık Çelik about the current situation in the steel sector.

Işık Çelik: We have tripled our capacity with our new production facility

We spoke with Doğukan Baylan Board member of Işık Çelik about the current situation in the steel sector.

İzmir Demir Çelik: We expect the current calm outlook to continue largely into the final quarter

We spoke with Eftal Pehlivan, Export manager at İzmir Demir Çelik, about the current situation in the steel sector.

Ekinciler Holding: We expect a volatile but controlled market for the remainder of the year

We spoke with Batuhan Ekinci, sales and marketing coordinator at Ekinciler Holding, about the current situation in the steel sector and expectations for the coming period.

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