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Alliance for the Future of Industry Presents Industrial Policy Paper
20.03.2026
On 13 March 2026, Federal Minister of Economics Katherina Reiche, BDI President Peter Leibinger and IG Metall Deputy Chairman Jürgen Kerner presented a joint industrial policy paper.
Germany's "Energy Dependency Day" Falls on 5 May – Efficiency Potential Remains Untapped
20.03.2026
In purely arithmetical terms, 5 May 2026 is the last day of the year on which Germany's energy demand could still be covered by domestic energy production. From that point on, the country is entirely dependent on energy imports.
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Appointment of David Clarke As New Director of Vallourec
16.03.2026
The Board of Directors of Vallourec, meeting today, decided to co-opt, at the request of ArcelorMittal, Mr. David Clarke as a member of Vallourec Board of Directors, replacing Mr Keith James Howell.
EU Accelerated Decarbonisation Act: New Framework Conditions for Steel, Aluminium and Net-Zero Technologies
13.03.2026
On 4 March 2026, the European Commission adopted a legislative proposal aimed at boosting demand for low-carbon technologies and products manufactured in Europe. The Accelerated Industrial Decarbonisation Act implements recommendations from the Draghi Report and is designed to strengthen the EU's industrial base.
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Corinth Pipeworks to acquire LSAW pipe mill in the UK
13.03.2026
Corinth Pipeworks, the steel pipe division of Cenergy Holdings, has acquired an LSAW pipe manufacturing facility in Hartlepool, UK, through an asset purchase agreement with the administrators of Liberty Pipes (Hartlepool) Ltd. The transaction, valued at GBP 10 million, strengthens Corinth Pipeworks’ presence in the European large-diameter pipe market.
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Tubacex secures three new umbilical tube orders worth €26 Million
09.03.2026
Tubacex has secured three umbilical tube contracts worth €26 million, boosting its order book in the offshore Oil & Gas segment and strengthening its global presence across key energy regions.
New report on a just transition in the mining and steel sectors
06.03.2026
On March 2, ResponsibleSteel and the Initiative for Responsible Mining Assurance (IRMA) published a comprehensive report titled “Driving just transitions in the mining & steel sectors: The role of voluntary sustainability standards”.
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Vallourec and Baker Hughes partner on underground hydrogen storage using Delphy solution
06.03.2026
A new memorandum of understanding aims to integrate Vallourec’s hydrogen storage technology with Baker Hughes compression systems, advancing scalable green hydrogen infrastructure across industrial value chains.
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How much manufacturing is involved in the steel tube trade today?
02.03.2026
From turning and grinding to complete finishing: at TUBE, Schierle, the hydraulic engineering centre of excellence of the Hoberg & Driesch tube group, is highlighting its exceptional vertical range of manufacture for demanding hydraulic applications.
Introduction: A New Chapter in Manufacturing Innovation
27.02.2026
On 19 February 2026, GMH Gruppe launched a new start-up called ProMateria to strengthen its position as an industrial innovator. This company is dedicated to advanced metal powder production and additive manufacturing, with a particular focus on high-nitrogen alloyed steel.