Author: Jo Claes

Melbourne’s street furniture tells a story of identity and durability. Built from molybdenum-containing Type 316 stainless steel, these iconic designs resist corrosion, reduce maintenance, and contribute to a public realm that reflects care, continuity, and lasting performance. Read more

The International Nickel Study Group (INSG), together with the International Lead and Zinc Study Group (ILZSG) and the International Copper Study Group (ICSG), is pleased to announce the appointment of Kamila Slupek as Common Secretary-General, effective 1 February. Ms Slupek succeeds Paul White, who has retired from the Study Groups after more than 30 years of dedicated service. Read more

In early 2026, the Nickel Institute issued some key revisions to its Scope 3 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions guidance for the nickel industry. The document outlines more stringent, specific, and harmonised rules designed to improve data quality, transparency, and compliance with international standards. Read more

Madrid’s storied Bernabéu Stadium underwent major renovation to expand its events beyond football. Type 316 stainless steel plays an important role in the stadium’s shimmering stainless steel façade. Read more

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

In this session, Tim Collins (Secretary-General, worldstainless) explains how and why tea staining occurs, and outlines practical steps that material specifiers, fabricators and end users can take to prevent it and maintain the desired appearance of stainless steel in service. Read more

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. Read more

The next International Nickel Study Group (INSG) Meetings will be held at the INSG Headquarters in Lisbon, Portugal, on 20 and 21 April 2026. Read more

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. Read more

Held on 6 and 7 May in Rotterdam, Duplex World Conference 2026 is a meeting ground for professionals working in the duplex stainless steel supply chain to address key issues in from design and manufacture, through purchasing to usage and maintenance. Read more