Federacciai, the Italian steel federation, has warned that the scrap shortage in Europe is likely to deteriorate further. The organization highlighted that the increasing demand for scrap, driven by the shift towards electric arc furnace (EAF) steelmaking, is exacerbating the situation.

Federacciai emphasized the need for strategic planning and policies to ensure a stable supply of scrap, which is essential for sustainable steel production. The federation also called for measures to prevent the export of scrap to countries with less stringent environmental regulations, which could undermine the competitiveness of the European steel industry.