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Installed as a finishing unit after a reversing mill and 12 H/V stands, the Kocks Block is at the heart of the new 500,000t/a combined mill. © Kocks

30/01/2026 – RSB in regular production at Tata Steel in Jamshedpur

RSB in regular production at Tata Steel in Jamshedpur

Successful integration in India

Tata Steel, one of India's leading manufacturers of high-alloy, value-added steel, has successfully integrated Kocks' Reducing+Sizing Block “RSB 370++/4(5)” ... By Jörg Dambock

H.E. Dr Sultan Al Jaber, the UAE Minister for Industry and Advanced Technology, and Captain Mohamed Juma Al Shamisi, Group CEO and Managing Director of AD Ports Group launched Metal Park. © Metal Park

29/01/2026 – Khalifa Economic Zones - Abu Dhabi/UAE – Kezad Group

Khalifa Economic Zones - Abu Dhabi/UAE – Kezad Group

Metal Park: “pay-as-you-grow” metals ecosystem in Kezad

New integrated industrial operating model enables scalable growth for downstream metals manufacturers without heavy upfront capital investment By Jörg Dambock

Ahmedabad Production (Sanand Workshop), Gujarat, India. A strategic facility that strengthens the global supply chain, enhances our manufacturing capability and fulfill our commitments towards being a first class supplier. © SMS Group

28/01/2026 – SMS opens state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Ahmedabad (Sanand), India

SMS opens state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Ahmedabad (Sanand), India

Strengthening presence in growth market

With a grand opening ceremony on January 21, 2026, SMS group took a significant step forward in its international expansion strategy. This state-of-the-art ... By Jörg Dambock

Maximilian Fiedler is the new Regional Chief Executive Officer Asia/Pacific. © Schaeffler

27/01/2026 – Schaeffler appoints Maximilian Fiedler

Schaeffler appoints Maximilian Fiedler

New Regional Chief Executive Officer Asia/Pacific

Schaeffler announced the appointment of Maximilian Fiedler (38) as Regional CEO Asia/Pacific, effective January 1, 2026. In this role, he is also part ... By Jörg Dambock

Meist-gelesen-Wire-KW-4 Copyright WAI — The online platform offers on-demand access to both ferrous and non-ferrous courses delivered by industry experts. © WAI

26/01/2026 – Most‑Read Insights

Most‑Read Insights

Top 5 of the Week – 4/2026

These five articles drew the most attention in your industry last week. By Daniel Keienburg

26/01/2026 – 75 years of WIRE (1951 – 2026)

75 years of WIRE (1951 – 2026)

Celebrate with us!

This year, the English-language trade magazine WIRE can look back on 75 years of history. The first issue of WIRE was published in 1951 by Prost+Meiner ... By Jörg Dambock

A key annual event for South China's manufacturing sector, the fair's 2026 edition will expand its robotics coverage. © Mesago

23/01/2026 – “Guangzhou Industrial Technology 2026” to return in March

“Guangzhou Industrial Technology 2026” to return in March

Expanded focus on robotics

“Guangzhou Industrial Technology” will return to Area B of the China Import and Export Fair Complex from 4 – 6 March 2026. By Jörg Dambock