The Netherlands' metals sector is set for sound growth over the coming years as prices for high quality steel remain elevated and encourage production. Steel will continue to dominate the country's metals industry;however, we do not expect any significant new investment over the coming years.

BMI Industry View 5

SWOT 7

Metals SWOT 7

Industry Forecast 9

Steel: Growth To Head Higher 9

      Table: The Netherlands - Steel Industry ('000 tonnes, unless stated otherwise) 12

      Table: Netherlands - Steel Industry Historical Data ('000 tonnes, unless stated) 12

Regulatory Development 13

      Table: The Netherlands - Political Overview 13

Commodities Forecast 15

Commodity Strategy 15

Aluminium: Small Rebound 18

Copper: Sideways Trading To Give Way 19

Nickel: Still No Relief 22

Zinc: Short-Term Strength 24

      Table: Select Commodities - Performance & BMI Forecasts 25

      Table: Global Commodities Strategy 26

Commodities Forecast 26

      Table: BMI Steel Forecast 26

      Table: Steel Forecast 34

Competitive Landscape 35

      Table: Largest Listed European Metals Producers 36

Company Profile 38

Tata Steel Limited 38

Recent Financial Results 40

      Table: Tata Steel - Key Financial Data 41

Methodology 42

Cross Checks 42

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