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Indonesia is betting on structural self-reliance through a 2027 commodity exchange and aggressive capacity scaling, aiming to secure its 100-million-ton future despite a 13.6% import… read more

Indonesia targets Southeast Asian steel hub status amid ambitious consumption goals. However, a contracting 46.9 PMI and a looming $282 million tax target create a… read more

Domestic steel coil prices have surged 20% as the May 20 SNI deadline looms. With testing labs overwhelmed and certification costs soaring, the industry faces… read more

PT Tata Metal’s CGL 2 expansion is a strategic strike against H2-2026 import volatility. As anti-dumping duties bite, domestic capacity is the new frontline for… read more

Shielding Indonesian steel from steep penalties means moving past old trade lines—leveraging Japanese capital and blockchain traceability to prove compliance and secure vital export corridors. read more

Locked in at a 19% tariff, Indonesia’s steel sector dodged a massive U.S. penalty—but surviving the new “Chinese DNA” audits and market changes means total… read more

Discover how PT MetalArt Astra Indonesia’s $45.3 million Karawang plant is revolutionizing the 4W OEM supply chain with precision forging and local capacity growth. read more

Indonesia’s steel mills operate at 52% capacity while imports cover 55% of demand. Discover the industry crisis, SNI enforcement, and 2026 market pressures. read more

Global Steel Market Breakdown: Chinese Inventory Accumulation, Freight Volatility, and Trade Protectionism Threaten Regional Supply Chains read more