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TEHRAN \u2013 A multilateral agreement to advance localization, technology development, and the domestic expansion of the steel and mining supply chain was signed by key Iranian entities, signaling a significant push toward reducing reliance on imports and fostering self-sufficiency.<\/p>\n
The agreement was formalized on the sidelines of the Sixth National Steel Festival and Exhibition in Tehran.<\/p>\n
Signatories included Touraj Amraei, Deputy for Development of Knowledge-Based Companies at the Vice Presidency for Science, Technology, and Knowledge-Based Economy; Reza Ansari, Deputy Minister and Head of Iran\u2019s Small Industries and Industrial Parks Organization (ISIPO); Mohammad Aghajani, Head of the Iranian Mines and Mining Industries Development and Renovation Organization (IMIDRO); Mohammad Nabi Shahiki, Deputy for Technology and Innovation at the Ministry of Science, Research, and Technology; and Bahram Sobhani, Chairman of the Iranian Steel Producers Association (ISPA).<\/p>\n
In the initial phase, the agreement focuses on leveraging the capacities of domestic producers, small-scale manufacturers, and knowledge-based companies, particularly in six provinces\u2014Isfahan, Khuzestan, Khorasan, Kerman, Yazd, and Hormozgan\u2014which host a significant concentration of mining and steel enterprises.<\/p>\n
These provinces will specialize in addressing the supply chain requirements for iron and steel, covering raw materials, consumables, mechanical and electrical components, and advanced technologies.<\/p>\n
The second phase envisions expanding these initiatives to provinces such as East Azarbaijan, Fars, and Semnan, with localized approaches tailored to regional industrial needs.<\/p>\n
Based on the agreement, ISIPO has committed to identifying and addressing technological challenges within the steel sector.<\/p>\n
This includes facilitating connections between supply and demand for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) operating in industrial parks, supporting the establishment of specialized knowledge-based units, and promoting innovation within the steel industry.<\/p>\n
Additionally, ISIPO will assist in identifying startups and innovative ideas in the steel value chain, helping commercialize them with the participation of major steel producers.<\/p>\n
The organization will also facilitate specialized training programs, research projects, and student theses to address key challenges in the steel industry.<\/p>\n
As reported, along with ISIPO, ISPA has played a crucial role in organizing the annual National Steel Festival since 2017.<\/p>\n
This event, distinct from other industry conferences, aims to address the needs of the domestic iron and steel supply chain, foster sustainable production and employment, and reduce dependency on imports.<\/p>\n
The 2023 festival, held from January 7-9 at Tehran’s Milad Tower, highlighted advances in technology and localization efforts.<\/p>\n
The experiences gained from five previous events helped shape the new agreement, aligning stakeholders to pursue a common goal of minimizing reliance on imports.<\/p>\n
The agreement aligns with Iran’s motto for the current year, “Leap in Production with Public Participation,” emphasizing maximum utilization of domestic production and legal frameworks to enhance knowledge-based economic growth.<\/p>\n
By localizing the mining and steel supply chains, Iran aims to achieve greater economic independence, boost innovation, and support domestic industries in reducing reliance on foreign resources.<\/p>\n
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