Stainless Today Continues as Media Partner for APAC 11th Ni-Cr-Mn Stainless Steel Industry Conference 2026
Stainless Today has renewed its media partnership with Shanghai Metals Market (SMM) for the APAC 11th Ni-Cr-Mn Stainless Steel Industry Conference 2026 (NCMSS2026), scheduled to take place on November 12–13, 2026, in Shanghai, China.
Following the successful collaboration in the previous edition, Stainless Today will once again support the global outreach and promotion of NCMSS2026, one of the most influential conferences connecting the nickel, chromium, manganese, and stainless steel industries.
Building on the success of its previous 10 editions, NCMSS2026 will bring together global experts, industry leaders, and enterprises to address emerging challenges and opportunities across the Ni-Cr-Mn stainless steel and new energy sectors, analyse market developments, and explore future strategies for the industry.
Addressing the Future of the Stainless Steel Value Chain
The global nickel chain is expected to experience significant transformation in 2026, moving from a phase of oversupply towards a long-term tighter balance influenced by resource availability, energy constraints, and evolving market dynamics.
Supply-side developments, including Indonesia’s RKAB quota tightening and the implementation of new HPM policies, are expected to impact ore costs and market conditions. At the same time, changing energy requirements, raw material availability, and downstream demand patterns continue to influence stainless steel production strategies.
During the first half of 2026, nickel prices witnessed stepwise growth supported by stronger fundamentals and rising cost pressures. Meanwhile, the stainless steel sector showed signs of recovery, supported by China’s anti-involution policies and expectations of tighter Indonesian raw material supply.
As producers increasingly explore scrap substitution to manage cost pressures, challenges such as scrap tax compliance and declining NPI grades continue to impact supply dynamics. With increasing demand for high-grade nickel, the industry faces structural raw material imbalances, making production planning, procurement strategies, and risk management critical priorities.
A Global Platform for Industry Leaders
Organised by Shanghai Metals Market (SMM), NCMSS2026 will gather stakeholders from across the entire stainless steel ecosystem, including mining companies, smelters, stainless steel producers, traders, policymakers, technology providers, and industry associations.
The conference will feature discussions on key topics including:
- Global nickel, chromium, and stainless steel market trends
- Impact of Indonesian policies on raw material supply
- Nickel price outlook and market volatility
- Chromium market developments
- Raw material substitution strategies
- Medium and long-term supply-demand analysis
- Derivatives hedging and risk management strategies
By bringing together upstream and downstream stakeholders, NCMSS2026 aims to break information barriers, encourage collaboration, and provide valuable insights for strategic industry decision-making.
300+ Delegates and 40+ Global Speakers Expected
NCMSS2026 is expected to welcome:
- 300+ senior industry representatives
- 40+ expert speakers
- 20+ participating countries
- 3 dedicated conference topics/forums
- Targeted networking opportunities
- Exclusive industry insights and market analysis
The conference will feature senior representatives from government bodies, global enterprises, and industry associations.
Expected participants and industry contributors include:
Government & Policy Authorities
- National Economic Council Republic of Indonesia
- CTCPM (Cellule Technique de Coordination et de Planification Minière)
Industry Players
- Norilsk Nickel
- POSCO
- China Minmetals Nonferrous Metals Co., Ltd.
- Lygend Resources & Technology Co., Ltd.
- Pacorini
- BTR New Materials Group Co., Ltd.
- Shanghai Liying Industry Co., Ltd.
- LG Electronics
Industry Associations
- Nickel Institute
- International Molybdenum Association
- International Chromium Development Association
Knowledge Sharing, Networking and Business Opportunities
NCMSS2026 will offer participants opportunities to gain strategic market intelligence, connect with global decision-makers, and explore new business opportunities.
Key highlights of the conference include:
Global Industry Leadership:
Connect with senior executives, analysts, producers, traders, and policymakers from across the global metals ecosystem.
Strategic Market Insights:
Gain access to expert analysis, policy updates, industry forecasts, and market intelligence shaping the future of stainless steel.
Business Networking:
Build valuable connections with professionals across mining, trading, manufacturing, and supply chain segments.
Exclusive One-to-One Meetings:
Participate in targeted business meetings designed to encourage collaboration and strengthen partnerships.
The conference will also be co-located with the Shanghai OTC Commodity Derivatives Association, enabling overseas participants to explore China’s OTC derivatives market and risk management resources within a compliant framework.
Industry Expertise and Global Participation
Previous editions of NCMSS have attracted leading organisations from across the global metals industry, including:
World Stainless, TISCO, Aperam, Tsingshan Holding Group, Outokumpu, Norilsk Nickel, Macquarie, Lygend Resources, Sumitomo Corporation, CATL, Baowu Resources, Jinchuan Group, POSCO, Eramet, China Minmetals, Acerinox, Sunwoda, BYD, Gunvor, CITIC Futures, Glencore, Trafigura, Mitsui & Co., Tsingtuo Group, and several leading stainless steel and raw material companies.
Conference Details
Event: APAC 11th Ni-Cr-Mn Stainless Steel Industry Conference 2026 (NCMSS2026)
Date: November 12–13, 2026
Location: Shanghai, China
Opening Schedule:
November 12, 2026
Morning: 08:30 – 12:00
Afternoon: 13:00 – 17:00
Banquet Dinner: 18:00 – 20:00
November 13, 2026
Morning: 09:30 – 12:00
Afternoon: 13:30 – 15:30
With Stainless Today continuing as a Media Partner, the collaboration aims to strengthen knowledge exchange and global connectivity within the stainless steel industry.
