A strong start: steel export orders reach record high

SUMEC International Technology Co Ltd, or SUMEC-ITC, has kicked off 2026 with particularly strong momentum, and in January alone, it broke the record with a massive 488% year-on-year increase in monthly steel export orders.

The group supplies a wide range of steel products to overseas markets — including round steel, coated and galvanized sheets, hot-rolled coils and stainless steel — serving such sectors as construction, infrastructure and industrial manufacturing. 

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Its operations support both the transformation of China's steel industry and its ongoing global expansion.

In recent years, SUMEC-ITC has focused on key markets in Southeast Asia, Africa, and Europe, building a robust global logistics network and expanding its overseas presence. 

By strengthening its regional operations, integrating distribution channels and identifying new growth opportunities, it delivers tailored supply chain solutions to meet diverse market and customer needs.

At the same time, it has expanded its partnerships with leading steel mills at home and abroad — securing long-term cooperation in major markets to enhance quality control and ensure stable supply. 

Together, these efforts help the company form a diversified and competitive resource network.

In response to global industrial upgrading trends, the company has also optimized its export portfolio. It has expanded into segments such as premium steel, specialty steel and variety steel products — further enhancing the competitiveness and value of its supply chain services.

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Moving forwards, SUMEC plans to continuously focus on its core businesses in industrial and supply chain operations, deepen its global resource deployment and strengthen its core capabilities and competitive advantages.