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NOVEMBER 17 - 18, 2026
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SHANGHAI, CHINA
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APAC (11TH) NI-CR STAINLESS STEEL INDUSTRY CONFERENCE 2026
In 2026, the nickel chain shifts from oversupply to a long-term tight balance constrained by resources and power, widening volatility. Supply-side: Indonesia’s RKAB quota tightening and new HPM policy raise ore costs, while aluminium production strains power, reversing cost/supply trends. Nickel prices rose stepwise in H1 on strong fundamentals and cost support. Downstream stainless steel rebounded, driven by China’s anti-involution policies and Indonesian raw-material shortage expectations. Mills expanded scrap substitution to offset cost inversion, but remain constrained by scrap tax compliance and falling NPI grades; restocking demand boosts high-grade nickel, worsening structural raw-material imbalances. Global markets face intersecting risks from mining policy, energy, and demand. Q4 is key for production, procurement, and hedging plans. SMM will hold the 2026 SMM APAC Stainless Steel Conference in Shanghai from November 17-18, 2026, bringing together global nickel, chromium, and stainless steel stakeholders to discuss policies, price trends, substitution, and medium/long-term supply-demand, breaking down information barriers and supporting operational decisions.
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300+ SENIOR REPREENTATIVES
3 FORUMS
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17November
Main Forum
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17November
Nickel Session
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18November
Chromium Session
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18November
Stainless Steel Session
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Association Partners 2025
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Honoured Attendees 2025
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The conference bring us together to jointly explore challenges and opportunities in the stainless steel industry supply chain, analyze market trends, regional strategy and future outlook.
I found it to be an enlightening and motivating experience. The range of topics covered in the sessions provided me with valuable insights into the latest innovations, market trends, and industry challenges. Interacting with industry leaders, exhibitors, and fellow delegates was incredibly beneficial, sparking engaging conversations and expanding my professional connections.
Shanghai, CHINA
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Opening Times
November 17, 2026
Morning: 08:00 - 12:00
Afternoon: 13:00 - 17:00
Banquet Dinner: 18:00-20:00
November 18, 2026
Morning: 09:00 - 12:00
Afternoon: 13:30 - 15:30
Contact Us
Programme & Speakers Enquires
Allen Wu
wuchenyu@smm.cn
Exhibition & Sponsors Enquires
Allen Wu
wuchenyu@smm.cn
Partnership & Media Enquiries
Catherine Zhan
catherinezhan@smm.cn
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Shanghai, CHINA
#NCSS2026