Steel Ingots Market Report 2026

The steel ingots market size has grown steadily in recent years. It will grow from $719.59 billion in 2025 to $748.29 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to urban infrastructure expansion, industrial machinery manufacturing, availability of iron ore, construction sector growth, shipbuilding industry demand.

The steel ingots market size is expected to see steady growth in the next few years. It will grow to $874.4 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to smart city development, renewable energy infrastructure growth, electric vehicle manufacturing expansion, advanced alloy steel demand, steel recycling investments. Major trends in the forecast period include rising demand from infrastructure development, growing use in heavy engineering projects, increased adoption of alloy and stainless steel ingots, modernization of steel manufacturing facilities, focus on high strength structural steel.

The increasing production of vehicles is expected to drive the growth of the steel ingots market. Vehicles, which are designed to transport people or goods across various terrains and environments, rely on a variety of propulsion systems. The rise in vehicle production is fueled by growing consumer demand and expanding automotive manufacturing capabilities around the world. Steel ingots serve as the primary raw material for producing high-strength automotive components, allowing manufacturers to enhance the durability, safety, and performance of vehicles. For example, in January 2025, the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders, a UK-based trade association, forecasted that UK car and light van production would reach approximately 839,000 units in 2025, rising to 930,000 units by 2027, potentially exceeding one million in 2028 and surpassing 1.1 million by 2030. As a result, the growing vehicle production is contributing to the expansion of the steel ingots market.

Leading companies in the steel ingots market are focusing on developing innovative products, such as ingots for the wind energy industry, to improve efficiency, durability, and meet the rising demand for sustainable energy solutions. Steel ingots play a vital role in manufacturing critical components such as turbine towers, nacelle structures, and rotor hubs for the wind energy sector. These ingots are processed into high-strength steel parts designed to endure extreme wind conditions and mechanical stresses. For example, in April 2023, Indu Steel, a France-based specialty steel manufacturer, introduced a new catalog of premium-quality ingots, particularly suited for applications in the wind energy sector. The catalog highlights ingots specifically designed to meet the rigorous demands of windmill construction, prioritizing reliability and durability for long-lasting performance in essential components.

In November 2024, Sandur Manganese & Iron Ores Limited, an Indian iron ore company, acquired Arjas Steel Private Limited for an undisclosed sum. This acquisition allows Sandur Manganese & Iron Ores Limited (SMIORE) to shift from being a mining company to an integrated metals and mining powerhouse. Arjas Steel Private Limited, based in India, manufactures steel products and coke, including heavy ingots.

Major companies operating in the steel ingots market are ArcelorMittal S.A., Pohang Iron and Steel Company, Nippon Steel Corporation, China Baowu Steel Group Corporation Limited, thyssenkrupp AG, JFE Steel Corporation, Cleveland-Cliffs Inc., United States Steel Corporation, Hyundai Steel Co. Ltd., Steel Authority of India Limited, PAO Seversta, Liberty Steel Group Holdings UK Ltd., Mitsubishi Steel Manufacturing Co. Ltd., Ambica Steels Limited, Ellwood Quality Steels Company, Laxcon Steels Limited, Bansal Alloys & Metals Pvt. Ltd., Japan Steel Works M&E Inc., Jay Jagdamba Limited, Kisco Castings (India) Limited.

Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the steel ingots market in 2025. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the steel ingots market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the steel ingots market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The steel ingots market consists of sales of slab ingots, bloom ingots, and killed steel ingots. Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.

The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD unless otherwise specified).

The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.

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