[SMM Iron & Steel] Italy’s April 2026 Crude Steel Production Recovers Driven by Double-Digit Jump in Long Products

Published: May 21, 2026 15:13

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According to data published by the Italian steel producers association (Federacciai), Italy's crude steel production experienced a recovery in April 2026, rising by 6.4% year-on-year to approximately 1.83 million metric tons (mt). This rebound was heavily supported by the long products segment, which posted a double-digit growth of 12.5% year-on-year to hit 1.02 million mt. Conversely, flat products output continued to face structural drag, declining by 4.2% year-on-year to 715,000 mt during the month. Cumulatively for the first four months of 2026 (January-April), Italy’s total crude steel output stood at 7.21 million mt, representing a 2.1% decrease compared to the same period in 2025.

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