Setback: Panel rejects marine crushing steel for TMT bars

A recent event has led the Ministry of Steel panel to reject a proposal that sought to incorporate steel plates from ship dismantling into the production of TMT (Thermo-Mechanically Treated) bars. The decision has implications for the steel sector and affects the potential exploitation of an important flow of resources. The rejection of the proposal highlights the current challenges in diversifying raw materials for steel production. Proponents defended the cost-effectiveness and sustainability of reusing shipbreaking steel, while opponents emphasized their concerns about the structural integrity and quality standards of the resulting TMT bars. This decision is reverberating throughout the steel industry and has implications for manufacturers, suppliers and stakeholders. The rejection reflects the regulator's commitment to strict quality control and compliance with established standards in the production of construction materials.