22nd International Ferro-alloys Conference

Steel Guru as media partner is proud to present 22nd International Ferro-Alloys Conference Steel conference which is organized Metal Bulletin on 5th-7th November 2006 at Hilton Prague Hotel, Prague, Czech Republic.

As steel demand from China continues unabated and other emerging markets including Western Europe are also showing an increase in consumption so the outlook for ferro-alloys in 2006 looks bright. Theses predicted increase in crude steel and stainless steel production bode well for the ferro-alloys market, although increased volatility will continue to be a key feature.

Ferro-alloys are a fickle business so make sure you stay ahead of all the changes in market conditions and new technologies. Once again leading analysts will be discussing trends and sharing their thoughts on what the future might hold for this dynamic marketplace, and offering insights for what is in store for 2007. Leading companies will be discussing strategies for success in the coming year. .
This event will once again prove it is a must attend event for anyone in the industry. The perfect place to stay ahead of all the changes in the markets and meet acquaintances both old and new.
The 22nd International Ferro-Alloys Conference will examine the entire range of ferro-alloys from mine through to market, covering a range of topical questions

Companies presenting include:

Base Metals Strategist, UBS, UK
Mr Robin Bhar,
Kermas, South Africa
Dr Danko Konchar, Chairman.
Jindal Stainless Limited, India
Mr NC Mathur, Director.
Precious Metals Australia Limited, Australia
Mr Roderick J H Smith, Managing Director.
BHP Billiton, Singapore
Mr Brett Suann, Vice President Manganese Marketing,
ELG Haniel, USA
Mr Fritz Teroerde, Chairman.
EvrazHolding LLC, Russia
Mr Georgy Eliseev, Head of Analytic Dept, Corporate Development and Strategic Planning.
Hernic, South Africa
Ms Dina van Druten, Marketing and Logistics’ Manager.
Shanxiang Minmetals, USA
Mr George Song, President.
Hatch Beddows, UK
Mr Duncan Hobbs, Senior Analyst.
Metal Expert Research Group, Ukraine
Mr Andrey Pupchenko, Head of Raw Materials Research.

PROVISIONAL PROGRAMME

5th November
15.00 Registration desk opens
19.00-21.00 Cocktail reception
6th November
08.00 Registration desk opens
09.00 Opening remarks
09.10 Nickel: A demand and supply outlook
Mr Robin Bhar
Base Metals Research Analyst, UBS, UK
09.40 Emerging Importance of Low Nickel Austenitic Stainless Steel – Indian Success Story
Mr NC Mathur
Director of Jindal Stainless Limited, India
10.10 Outlook for stainless steel scrap
Mr Fritz Teroderde
Chairman of ELG Haniel, USA
10.40 Coffee break
11.15 Supply and demand forecast for 2007-2008
Ms Dina van Druten
Marketing and Logistics Manager of Hernic, South Africa
11.45 SA Chrome Industry - The Capacity for Growth
Dr Danko Konchar
Chairman of Kermas, South Africa
12.15 Projected supply and demand for molybdenum 2006-2007
Mr Xiaoying Song
President of Shanxiang Minmetals, USA
13.00 End of day one and lunch
7th November
09.00 Registration desk open
09.30 World steel demand and supply dynamics: Implications for ferroalloys
Mr Duncan Hobbs
Senior Analyst of Hatch Beddows, UK
10.00 Future supply and demand forecast for manganese ore
Mr Brett Suann
Vice President Manganese Marketing of BHP Billiton, Singapore
10.30 Russian ferro-silicon market: trends and forecasts
Mr Andrey Pupchenko
Head of Raw Materials Research of Metal Expert Research Group, Ukraine
11.00 Coffee break
11.40 Global demand and supply trends for vanadium
Mr Roderick J H Smith
Managing Director, Precious Metals Australia
Limited, Australia
12.10 An overview of the world markets of ferrovanadium and vanadium feedstock
Mr Georgy Eliseev
Head of Analytic Dept, Corporate Development and
Strategic Planning, EvrazHolding LLC, Russia
12.45/13.00 Lunch and end of conference

Venue
Hilton Prague Hotel, Prague, Czech Republic.

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