Australia’s national security demands reliable steel manufacturing

Summary

1. Whyalla steel mill is Australia's only producer of 'long'* steel products.
2.  Delayed $500 million arc furnace investment raises concerns over the mill's future.
3. Contingency plans are essential for Australia's basic steel manufacturing continuity.
4. The steel mill's future is uncertain without timely investments and planning.

*Long steel refers to a category of steel products that are typically characterised by a long, narrow shape and are primarily used in construction, infrastructure, and manufacturing.

References

• Media Check: The STRATEGIST Australian Strategic Policy Institute ASPI Australian Commonwealth-owned independent, think tank: HIGH CREDIBILITY
• Collections |The Runway (airforce.gov.au)
• RAAF RUNWAY: RATIONALE, GUIDELINES, LEARNING OUTCOMES, ETC