Post Views: 385 Poland steel production Poland’s Steel Production Growth in June 2025 Poland significantly boosted steel production by 25.7% year-on-year in June 2025, reaching 749,000 tons. This increase followed a 16.8% rise compared to May. Overall, Polish steelmakers produced 3.87 million tons in the first half of 2025, up 7.4% from the previous year. The restart of Huta Częstochowa, after a year-long shutdown, played a key role in this growth. However, ArcelorMittal Poland temporarily shut down a blast furnace due to unprofitability caused by high energy costs, CO2 emissions, and excess imports. These challenges reflect ongoing struggles for Poland’s steel sector amid rising operational costs and global competition. Industry Challenges and EU Steel Market Context Polish metalworkers plan intensified protests over government support delays. Unions demand a €60/MWh electricity rate for energy-intensive sectors and protection against steel imports from countri...
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