The northern region is a core hub of China's wire and cable industry. Drawing on its industrial heritage, entire industry chain support, and favorable policies from Beijing-Tianjin-Hebei coordinated development, it has established a complete industrial cluster integrating raw material processing, wire and cable production, new material R&D, and intelligent equipment manufacturing. The annual output value of the regional wire and cable industry has surpassed 100 billion yuan, with a solid industrial foundation and broad market potential. will be held on July 23-24, 2026 at the Crowne Plaza Qingdao Jinshui, Shandong . The conference will focus on three major themes: industrial synergy, green intelligence, and globalization. SMM , in partnership with Guangdong Superconducting Cable Co., Ltd. , invites merchants from across the entire industry chain to gather, explore industry opportunities, and promote the quality upgrade of the northern wire and cable industry. Click to attend. We look forward to meeting you at the conference. Guangdong Superconducting Cable Co., Ltd. is located in Zengcheng District, Guangzhou. It is a specialized cable manufacturer integrating R&D, production, and sales, primarily engaged in various conductor, wire, and power cable products. The company relies on advanced automated production equipment, mature and stable manufacturing processes, comprehensive detection instruments and standardized detection procedures, complemented by a modern enterprise management system and a full-process closed-loop quality control system, to achieve full-chain quality control from raw material incoming inspection, production processing to finished product delivery, thereby solidifying the foundation of product quality. The business scope covers: wire and cable manufacturing, non-ferrous metal rolling processing, production and sales of metal materials, metal wire ropes and their products, as well as wholesale and retail of wire and cable, electrical equipment, power distribution switch control devices, hardware products, and building decoration materials—spanning the entire industry chain. This meets procurement needs across multiple fields such as power engineering, construction engineering, industrial and mining support, and dealer supply. The company adheres to the quality policy of "guaranteeing operation standards through strict management, forging product quality through excellent processes, and always centering on customer needs." It upholds the business philosophy of customer first, integrity and pragmatism, continuous improvement, and concerted efforts. Committed to technological iteration and product innovation, it strives to build a modern cable benchmark enterprise with superior quality, innovation-driven, and continuous advancement, consistently providing cost-effective cable products and one-stop supporting solutions to cooperative clients both in and outside China. Contact: Zhang Yaobo 139 2407 0890 SMM Conference Contact Chen Xiaolong 180 1708 9983 chenxiaolong@smm.cn

EcoPro Group announced on June 30 that it has secured a 39% stake in the BNSI smelter construction project within the International Green Industrial Park (IGIP), which is part of the second phase of its investment in Indonesian nickel smelting. As a result, EcoPro and EcoPro BM plan to lead the nickel smelting project. Total investment is estimated at around KRW 1.5 trillion.

According to the evaluation results for the selection of participants in South Korea’s EV deployment program announced by the Ministry of Climate, Energy and Environment on June 30, eight out of 35 manufacturers and importers, including BYD Korea, were disqualified.

Hyundai Motor published its 2026 Sustainability Report on June 30, outlining its proactive risk management capabilities and future sustainability management strategy amid tightening global ESG regulations. In the report, Hyundai Motor said it has achieved RE100, or 100% renewable energy use, across all of its business sites in Europe, North America and India.

Battery materials company L&F announced on June 30 that it signed a strategic investment agreement with CIS Chemical on June 29 to further strengthen cooperation in the recycling sector. The investment is a follow-up measure to the memorandum of understanding (MOU) signed in May for cooperation in LFP and NCM recycling. It was pursued to respond more stably to customers’ recycling demand.

The State Grid Corporation of China announced on June 30 that the Shaanbei–Anhui ±800 kV ultra-high-voltage direct current (UHVDC) transmission project was put into operation that day. This is China’s first UHVDC transmission project commissioned during the 15th Five-Year Plan period and another landmark project in the nation’s west-to-east power transmission program. Green electricity from northern Shaanxi will light up homes in the Dabie Mountain region. The project starts at the Baotashan Converter Station in Yan’an, Shaanxi, passes through Shaanxi, Henan, and Anhui provinces, and ends at the Hezhou Converter Station in Hefei, Anhui, with a total DC line length exceeding 1,000 km. The project has a rated voltage of ±800 kV and a rated capacity of 8 million kW. Once in operation, it can transmit over 36 billion kWh of electricity to Anhui annually, with new energy electricity accounting for more than 50% of the total. In addition to strongly supporting reliable power supply in Anhui and east China, it will replace the consumption of 5.5 million mt of coal each year and reduce CO₂ emissions by over 14 million mt, delivering significant energy-saving benefits.

Guangdong is the core cluster region of China’s wire and cable industry, with a fully developed industry chain, pronounced regional advantages, and influence extending across South China, Hong Kong, Macau, and Southeast Asian markets. Currently, the industry is navigating a landscape of both opportunities and challenges. Outside China, new energy and infrastructure markets are broadening the space to go global, while copper and aluminum raw material fluctuations, homogenous capacity, and low-price involution are squeezing enterprise profits. Digital and intelligent upgrading has emerged as the key to breaking through the impasse. will be held on July 14-15, 2026 at the Wyndham Guangzhou Design Capital, Guangdong . SMM , in partnership with Shanghai Rottweil Electronic-Mechanical Technology Co., Ltd., sincerely invites you to join the conference. Leveraging entire industry chain data and resources in and outside China, the conference will focus on market analysis and outlook, transformation and upgrading, supply-demand matchmaking, and going global empowerment. It aims to help local enterprises improve quality and expand markets, driving high-quality, internationalized development within the regional wire and cable industry. Click to attend. We look forward to meeting you at the conference. Preferred Brand in China's Wire and Cable Industry Enduring Leadership in the Coding and Marking Industry Shanghai Rottweil Electronic-Mechanical Technology Co., Ltd. is a professional company providing high-grade industrial coding equipment and marking identification solutions , integrated with R&D, design, production, and sales . Headquartered in Shanghai, it has one production site in China; five logistics centers in the US, Germany, South Africa, China, and India; and has established branches or distributors in over 30 countries globally, including the US, Germany, South Africa, Russia, Brazil, and India. In China, it has a dedicated team of 200 and 15 offices across key economic centers, enabling it to serve clients in any Chinese city. The Rottweil factory has obtained ISO 9001 quality certification and ISO 14001 environmental management system certification, with products conforming to multiple international safety standards such as CE and RoHS. Its solutions are widely applied across numerous industry sectors, including wire and cable, food and beverage, building materials, pharmaceuticals, daily chemicals, pipes and tubes, electronics, civil explosives, and military industries . To enhance the purchasing experience and after-sales service quality for clients globally, Rottweil adopts an after-sales service system based on "One-on-One Service," "Prompt Response," and "Individual Accountability" . Adhering to the principles of client supremacy, sincerity, and efficiency, it serves every client, establishing Rottweil as a well-recognized brand with high client recognition, loyalty, and satisfaction. Contact Information Ren Jianjun 139 2220 8945 SMM Conference Contact Chen Xiaolong 180 1708 9983 chenxiaolong@smm.cn

Killi Resources acquired an 80% interest in the Lodestone Iron Ore Project in Western Australia. The project currently has an inferred mineral resource of 110 million metric tons and shows potential to produce a high-grade magnetite concentrate (around 69% Fe), which could serve as a low-emission feedstock for EAF and DRI steelmaking.

Nippon Steel has submitted plans to build an electric arc furnace (EAF) at its Košice steelworks in Slovakia. Construction is expected to start in 2027, with operations beginning by 2030. The plant's overall annual steelmaking capacity will remain at 4.5 million metric tons, but the new facility is projected to cut carbon monoxide emissions by 56%.

India's JSW Steel announced a $500 million investment to modernize its US facilities in Mingo Junction, Ohio, and Baytown, Texas. The plan includes a $165 million capex over three years for a vacuum tank degasser and an advanced slab caster, enabling the production of 12-inch steel slabs and eliminating reliance on imports from Brazil. Additionally, a $110 million modernization program at the Baytown plate and pipe mill is scheduled for commissioning on October 1, 2026. This capacity enhancement will allow JSW to supply North American customers with 100% US-melted and manufactured steel, strengthening its regional supply chain footprint.