Danieli closes the gap between recycling and steelmaking

The growing pressure on steelmakers to improve efficiency, reduce emissions and secure raw material quality is driving a profound transformation in the

What happened

In this context, the integration of advanced scrap-processing technologies within steelmaking facilities is becoming increasingly important. By bringing scrap preparation inhouse and aligning it with downstream operations, producers can ensure more consistent raw material quality, reduce process variability, and improve both productivity and sustainability.

Why it matters

The experiences of Metalfer in Serbia and Aza in Chile illustrate how this approach can be successfully implemented in different industrial and geographical contexts. While each company has followed its own development path, both demonstrate how integrating scrap processing into the steelmaking value chain generates tangible benefits across the entire production process.

Founded in London in 1993 and active in the Balkans since 2002, Metalfer has grown into a leading regional player in steel, mining, energy, and infrastructure. In Sremska Mitrovica, Serbia, the company has developed a vertically integrated steel production hub from scrap processing to finished rolled products powered entirely by Danieli technology.

To support its long-term growth strategy and increase self-sufficiency, Metalfer selected Danieli to supply both the rolling mill and a complete scrap processing line, reinforcing the integration between upstream and downstream operations.

This news brief is based on reporting published by Recycling International on 2026-09-20. The original report is linked below.