state of the stainless steel nation
Standing Firm amid Energy, Policy, and Trade Pressure South Africa’s stainless steel sector is under pressure from energy issues, policy uncertainty, and global trade shifts. Yet, as Sassda Executive Director Michel Basson explains, the industry is adapting by pushing back against unfair imports, exploring export growth, and calling for practical support in skills, infrastructure, and localisation...
South Africa’s economy continues to face pressure from energy insecurity, logistics constraints and policy uncertainty. How are these macroeconomic challenges impacting the local stainless steel value chain? The local stainless steel industry remains constrained by energy issues, logistics challenges, and policy uncertainty. However, in some areas, the situation has improved over the past year. While electricity supply is less insecure at a national or generation level than in previous years, availability at the municipal level and the cost of electricity remain serious concerns. Although solar and other renewables have become viable for certain users, small and medium enterprises often find the cost of implementation beyond their reach.
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Issue 3 – 2025
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