Warsaw, Poland – In an open letter to Donald Tusk, Prime Minister of Poland, a coalition of local steel suppliers and service centers, including Ferrum, Alchemia, Stalprofil, Izostal, Proma, and the Metallurgical Chamber of Commerce and Industry, have urged the government to introduce stricter public procurement regulations. Their call aims to support domestic and European industry participants and address the growing concerns about the influx of cheap imports from non-EU countries.
The letter highlights that the Polish and European steel industries are currently facing one of the most severe crises in decades, exacerbated by geopolitical and global economic shifts. According to the signatories, Polish companies are struggling significantly, with many being forced to limit or even close production facilities, leading to a reduction in employment.
The letter argues that state-owned enterprises and projects funded with public money should prioritize purchasing materials from domestic and European suppliers. It also pointed out that steel products needed for critical infrastructure projects, such as gas pipelines, are frequently sourced from China, India, or Turkey, often at the lowest prices. This practice, according to the signatories, poses a risk to the integrity of the infrastructure, as low-cost imports may fail to meet the stringent quality and safety standards required for gas and power networks.
The steelmakers’ plea for more protective procurement policies underscores the urgent need to safeguard both the quality and sustainability of the steel industry in Poland and across Europe.
Vietnam Steel by Hoa Sen Group
