Price crisis and the net-zero transition

Price crisis and the net-zero transition

Like the rest of the economy, the UK steel sector is facing a perfect storm of rising costs, the energy price crisis and the continuing goal to decarbonise steel production. This is a challenging combination. The net-zero transition is an important goal, but it adds...
Steel safeguard measure extended for 2 years

Steel safeguard measure extended for 2 years

The ‘steel safeguard’ measures introduced by the EU to protect against excessive imports of cheap foreign steel have been extended by the UK government for a further two years. Under the steel safeguard, certain categories of steel are subject to import...
What is steel sheet piling?

What is steel sheet piling?

Steel sheet piling is a way to build retaining walls, riverbank protection and shells for underground structures, with good strength and rapid assembly. At James Dunkerley Steels we have steel sheet piles for sale at reasonable prices. Read on to find out more about...
Steel and the Energy Intensive Industries Compensation Scheme

Steel and the Energy Intensive Industries Compensation Scheme

The current cost of living crisis is not only hitting consumers; it also affects Energy Intensive Industries (EII) like steelmaking, where any increase in wholesale energy costs can be magnified many times over. For several years, the UK government’s Energy...
What are anti-skid road plates?

What are anti-skid road plates?

Anti-skid road plates are a special type of steel road plate better suited to more challenging environments, where extra grip is needed for vehicles and pedestrians. HSE guidance requires traffic routes in workplaces to offer sufficient grip, as well as being even and...