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UK, US, and EU Plan “Steel Alliance” — Global Steel Trade Landscape May See New Shifts 2025-10-28

The United Kingdom recently announced plans to form a “Steel Alliance” with the United States and the European Union, aiming to coordinate efforts in addressing global steel overcapacity, particularly from China and other major producers. The proposed alliance seeks to enhance ...

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Canada Grants Tariff Relief on Certain Steel and Aluminum Imports 2025-10-23

Ottawa, October 21, 2025 — The Government of Canada has announced tariff relief on select steel and aluminum products imported from the United States and China. The move aims to support domestic industries affected by trade tensions with both countries.According to the Ministry ...

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IFS China at Fastener Poland 2025 2025-10-20

From October 15 to 16, 2025, Fastener Poland®, the leading international trade fair for the fastener industry in Central and Eastern Europe, was successfully held at the EXPO Kraków Exhibition Center. The event brought together exhibitors and professional buyers from Germany, Pol...

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Canada Issues 4th Sunset Review Final Ruling on Carbon Steel Fasteners from China 2025-10-16

On October 2, 2025, the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) announced its fourth sunset review final determination concerning carbon steel fasteners originating in or imported from mainland China and the Taiwan region. The CBSA concluded that the termination of the existing anti...

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China’s Automotive Fastener Industry: Current Status and Future Trends 2025-10-13

Ⅰ. Industry OverviewFasteners, known as the “rice of industry,” are the most essential connection components in automotive manufacturing. Though small and simple in structure, they play a decisive role in the assembly, safety, and performance of vehicles. From engines and chas...

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On-site Highlights from M-Tech Osaka 2025! 2025-10-11

From October 1 to 3, the Mechanical Components & Materials Technology Expo (M-Tech Osaka) was grandly held at INTEX Osaka, Japan. As one of the most influential industrial exhibitions in the Kansai region, this year’s event brought together thousands of exhibitors from aroun...

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Engineering the Future of Construction Fastening 2025-10-09

The global construction industry is entering a new era of innovation and sustainability, creating higher technical demands for fastening systems that combine strength, durability, and compliance.Gala Precision Engineering Ltd is meeting these challenges through advanced design, i...

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Fastener Supply Chain Risks – What Procurement & Engineering Must Know 2025-09-29

Fasteners may be small, but their supply chains are tied to steel markets, international trade policies, and global logistics. This makes them highly complex and vulnerable to external shocks.Three Major Risks in the Supply Chain: 1. Steel Price Fluctuations: Raw materials a...

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Rapid Setup Technology Signals a Step Forward for the Fastener Industry 2025-09-25

As global manufacturing undergoes rapid transformation, the fastener industry faces multiple challenges, including the need for higher efficiency, consistent quality, and greater automation. Issues such as operator shortages, complex machine setup, and excessive downtime are beco...

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China’s Fastener Industry Accelerates Growth — IFS Bridges Global Opportunities 2025-09-22

China’s fastener industry is accelerating its shift toward high-quality development. Yongnian in Hebei Province stands out as a leading hub, with mid-to-high-end products now accounting for about 70% of its output. The region’s annual output value has surpassed RMB 50 billion, ...

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