On Tuesday, the World Steel Association (worldsteel) announced the election of TV Narendran, Managing Director and CEO of Tata Steel, as its new chairman. Narendran becomes the second Indian to hold this prestigious position, following Sajjan Jindal of JSW Group, who served as chairman in 2021.
The organization also elected Ugur Dalbeler from Colakoglu Metalurji AS and Leon Topalian, President and CEO of Nucor Corporation, as Vice Chairs. Additionally, Narendran has been named a member of the association’s 17-member Executive Committee, joining notable figures such as Jindal, ArcelorMittal’s Executive Chairman LN Mittal, Topalian, and Dalbeler.
Other members of the Executive Committee include:
- Abdulqader Al-Mubarak, CEO of Saudi Iron & Steel Company (HADEED)
- David Burritt, President and CEO of United States Steel Corporation
- In Hwa Chang, Chairman of POSCO Holdings
- Masayuki Hirose, President & CEO of JFE Steel Corporation
- HU Wangming, Chairman of China Baowu Steel Group Corporation
- Tadashi Imai, Representative Director, President and COO of Nippon Steel Corporation
- Andre Bier Gerdau Johannpeter, Executive Vice Chairman of Gerdau SA
- Paolo Rocca, President and CEO of Techint Group
- YU Yong, Chairman of HBIS Group Co., Ltd
- Hubert Zajicek, Member of the Board and CEO of the Steel Division at voestalpine AG
The World Steel Association represents around 85% of global steel production, comprising over 160 steel producers, national and regional industry associations, and research institutes. The World Steel Association (WSA) is a prominent international organization that represents the steel industry, encompassing over 150 steel producers, national and regional steel industry associations, and steel-related organizations worldwide.
Founded in 1967 and headquartered in Brussels, Belgium, the WSA aims to promote the steel industry’s interests by providing a platform for collaboration, innovation, and sustainable development. It plays a critical role in addressing global challenges such as climate change, resource efficiency, and circular economy practices by encouraging sustainable practices within the steel production process.
The association also conducts research, shares industry data, and fosters knowledge exchange among its members, aiming to enhance the overall competitiveness of the steel sector. Additionally, the WSA advocates for policies that support the industry’s growth and sustainability, ensuring that steel continues
