Interviews
“Steel remains the backbone of modern infrastructure not because alternatives don’t exist, but because no other material yet matches its reliability, versatility, and lifecycle predictability under real-world engineering conditions.”
Abhishek Anand is a Geologist and mining entrepreneur with hands-on experience in mineral exploration, resource evaluation, and project development. His work spans technical assessment, operational strategy, and mineral trading. He focuses on connecting geological potential with commercial viability, risk management, and sustainable production within global supply chains.
The Science Behind Steel Cans: Innovations in Coatings and Sealants for Food, Paints, and Aerosols
Graduated in pharmacy and biochemistry, 28 years working in the metal packaging industry as a supplier of chemical specialties. Initiated his carrier in the quality control laboratory for sealant compound at W R Grace division Darex, passing thru can coatings, plastisols and printing inks. Served in several rules like technical support, regulatory issues, salesman and sales manager. After WRGrace has sold Darex business to another company, left the company after 22 years and move to Actega as Area Sales Technical Manager for South America being responsible for serving canmakers with Coatings, Closures, Sealants and Printing Inks. Currently it’s working on sealant supplier WAKOL.
The future of steel packaging is both sustainable and digital—where green hydrogen, eco-friendly coatings, and smart manufacturing converge to deliver not just lower emissions, but a truly circular value chain.
C-Level executive with over 40 years of expertise in the metal packaging industry, leading operations, R&D, and innovation at multinational companies such as Canpack and Grupo CSN. Specialist in the development of new technologies, new metal alloys, and processes for steel and aluminum cans. Proven track record in plant start-ups, efficiency improvement (OEE), cost reduction, and strengthening relationships with global customers and the supply chain. Bachelor's degree in Chemistry with a postgraduate degree in Production Engineering and an MBA.
Steel’s future lies in disciplined intelligence - where trusted data, resilient architecture, and AI converge to turn legacy strength into sustainable speed.
Fabio Mori is a digital executive, mentor and advisor with 20 years of experience across e-commerce, telecom, and B2B platforms. Former Director at Telefónica Brasil, he currently supports scale-ups and industrial companies in digital strategy, data-driven growth, and leadership development across Latin America.
Messe Muenchen India Pvt. Ltd.
As per the World Bank, India has made a substantial effort in attempting to address environmental challenges. It has endorsed rigorous environmental legislation and has created relevant institutions to monitor and enforce legislation. In response to the threat of climate change, the Prime Minister?s National Council on Climate Change issued India?s first comprehensive National Action Plan.
South African Institute of International Affairs
Downstream beneficiation and mineral wealth capture present significant hurdles for Africa?s iron and steel industries. Ross Harvey, Senior Research Fellow, Governance of Africa?s Resources Programme, South African Institute of International Affairs, spoke to Metal Bulletin Events about what African countries and governments need to be aware of in achieving such developments.
Made in Steel s.r.l
The Italian and European steel sectors still offer many opportunities. Also for India, says Emanuele Morandi, President of Siderweb (the Italian Iron and Steel Community) and Managing Director of Made in Steel (the conference & exhibition of the steel Industry).
Tata Steel Processing and Distribution Ltd
The name has changed and so has the game, and with it the growth trajectory of Tata Steel Processing and Distribution (TSPDL), India?s largest steel service centre. A wholly owned subsidiary of Tata Steel, TSPDL?s turnover has jumped from Rs18 million in 1997-98 ? when it came into being as Tata Ryerson ? to Rs16.4 billion in 2012-13 on the back of unrelenting customer focus, innovative processes and a driving ambition to get better all the time. In this interview with Christabelle Noronha, TSPDL?s managing director, Sandipan Chakravortty, talks about the organisation?s evolution, the reinvention that has enabled it to stay ahead of the competition, and how it is gearing up for a brighter future.
