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For this edition Glencore has won two awards in social and governance category respectively. Their partnership with the South African National Council for the Blind to improve access to eye care in communities around Emalahleni, Mpumalanga was highly praised as well as their Geographic Information Systems to enhance environmental and social risk governance across their operations, improving sustainability oversight and stakeholder engagement.

Global chrome ore production decreased by 2,8% to 10,47%Mt q-o-q with output falling across most producing regions to the exception of South Africa, global ferrochrome production increased marginally by 0,6% to 4,36Mt q-o-q supported by higher output in India and the gradual restart of South Africa smelters as well as CBAM effects in the EU which supported local production.

In this MetalshubTalks webinar, we examine how geopolitical developments, industrial transformation, and digitalisation are influencing the future of chromium supply chains.

The ICDA is pleased to welcome a new ferrochrome producer in the ICDA membership: Inner Mongolia Shuofeng Industrial

The 5th edition of the ICDA Cape Town networking event and dinner reaffirmed its relevance and impact, drawing 120 delegates and marking one of the most successful gatherings since these events were launched.

The ICDA Africa Chromium Week from 14 to 16 April 2026 in Zimbabwe, Victoria Falls, will bring together policymakers, industry leaders, and market participants to examine the forces reshaping the sector.