THE BLOG
June 11, 2025
The steel and energy sectors are facing major shifts in 2025, driven by rapid policy changes, market pressures, and evolving global dynamics.
The UK steel industry is under intense pressure as the US threatens to impose a shocking 50% import tariff, risking cancelled orders and export disruption to one of its largest markets.
Across Europe, electricity prices have dropped significantly, influenced by falling gas prices and record renewable energy generation—offering both cost relief and new concerns about grid stability, highlighted by recent blackouts in Spain and Portugal.
Meanwhile, the UK’s growing reliance on imported steel—particularly from non-EU countries like India, Vietnam, and Turkey—is reshaping the competitive landscape, creating both opportunities and risks for buyers and suppliers
June 7, 2025
In a bold return to protectionist trade policy, the United States has reinstated a 25% duty on all imported metal products, effective March 12, 2025. This move significantly limits access to one of the world’s largest steel markets, dealing a fresh blow to foreign producers—particularly those in the European Union, who have historically depended on U.S. demand to drive exports.
At Lux Metal, we’re keeping a close eye on global trade dynamics that may reshape steel and metal flow patterns. Here’s a breakdown of what’s unfolding in the U.S., and how it could impact exporters, pricing, and industrial construction over the next few years.
June 3, 2025
In the evolving landscape of metal fabrication, reducing waste is not just a cost-saving measure—it’s a commitment to sustainability, operational excellence, and long-term competitiveness. As industries push for more efficient and eco-friendly manufacturing practices, the ability to minimize waste while maximizing output has become a critical marker of success.
At Lux Metal, we understand that waste reduction doesn't always require expensive technology. Sometimes, it's the simplest practices—applied consistently—that lead to the most profound impacts.
May 27, 2025
In a bold move toward industrial sustainability, global steel manufacturer Tenaris has taken major strides with the launch of Romania’s first solar park dedicated to the steel sector and earned key environmental and safety certifications for its U.S. facility in Pennsylvania. Recognized for the eighth consecutive year as a worldsteel Sustainability Champion, Tenaris is setting a global benchmark in green steel production. This blog explores their latest milestones and how these developments reflect the evolving landscape of sustainable steel manufacturing—while introducing how Lux Metal in Malaysia mirrors this commitment through precision, innovation, and eco-conscious fabrication services.
May 25, 2025
Liberty Steel, once a beacon of hope for British manufacturing, now teeters on the edge of collapse. With production halted and 1,450 jobs at stake, its Rotherham and Sheffield plants face liquidation due to massive unpaid debts. Discover how financial mismanagement, failed restructuring, and industry headwinds have brought the UK’s third-largest steelmaker to its knees — and what this means for the future of UK steel.
May 23, 2025
ArcelorMittal Europe is rewriting the playbook for sustainable steel production and delivery. With the launch of its low-carbon transport initiative—slashing road transport emissions by up to 90%—and the debut of the industry’s first low-carbon emission steel tubes using XCarb® recycled and renewably produced steel, the company is leading a bold transformation. These advancements mark a critical step in decarbonizing not only steel manufacturing but also its logistics chain, offering a powerful blueprint for other industrial giants striving to meet global climate targets.