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The 28th Annual Global Iron Ore & Steel Conference is back, co-located with the 26th Annual Mineral Sands & Rare Earths Conference, to deliver Australia’s premier platform for the iron and steel sectors. Taking place on 25-26 March 2026 at the Pan Pacific Perth, this event is the ultimate meeting place for iron ore executives, project directors, analysts, engineering firms, and industry suppliers to explore the latest trends, challenges, and opportunities shaping the future of Australia’s top export..
Why Attend?
- Exceptional Industry Insights: Gain exclusive updates on market forecasts, project developments, and international trends impacting the Australian iron and steel sectors.
- Focus on Sustainability: Dive into the opportunities for green iron and steel, decarbonisation strategies, and the future of sustainable production.
- Collaborative Networking: Connect with iron ore executives, project directors, analysts, engineering firms, and suppliers in a dynamic and collaborative setting.
- Comprehensive Coverage: From government initiatives to supply chain logistics, bulk shipping, and new rail and port developments, this event covers it all.
Be part of the conversation driving innovation, sustainability, and growth in the iron ore and steel industries. Don’t miss this opportunity to stay ahead in a rapidly evolving market.
Key Topics Include:
- Opportunities through government initiatives
- Outlook for new mine production
- Supply chain logistics
- Project updates that are emerging or ongoing
- International trends and their influence on the Australian market
- Iron ore and steel market forecasts and industry insights
- Green iron and steel opportunities
- Strategies for decarbonisation and sustainability
- Future of bulk shipping
- New rail and port developments
Join us at the 28th Annual Global Iron Ore & Steel Conference to shape the future of Australia’s iron and steel industries!
2026 Speakers
The Hon. David Michael MLA
Minister for Mines and Petroleum; Finance; Electoral Affairs; Goldfields-Esperance; Leader of the House, Government of Western Australia
Asad Majrouh
General Manager, Eliwana, Fortescue
Ingrid Burfurd
Carbon Pricing and Policy Lead, The Superpower Institute
Damian Tully
Chief Executive Officer, Mid West Ports
Nerida Peever
Executive General Manager Planning & Property, Pilbara Ports
Azlan Ho
Managing Director, Green Steel WA
Shaun Browne
Executive Chairman, AME Research
Clyde Russell
Asia Commodities and Energy Columnist, Thomson Reuters
Andrew Curtis
Executive Director, Zen Green Iron
Soroush Basirat
Energy Finance Analyst, IEEFA Australia
Tanya Hodgson
Associate Director - Investments, Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA)
Greg Lilleyman
Chairman, Genmin Limited
John Welborn
Executive Chairman, Fenix Resources Limited
Peter Sherry
Australia Country Lead, Baringa
Abhinav Gupta
Research – Dry Cargo, Braemar
David Trotter
Research Manager Green Steel, Minerals Research Institute Of Western Australia (MRIWA)
Daniel Rodriguez
Vice President Sales APAC, CRU
Matthew Nicholls
Senior Process Engineer, METS Engineering Group
Mark Rheinlander
Founder, Chief Executive Officer, Carbon 280
Peter Jones
Managing Director, Athena Resources
Dr Changlong Wang
Australian Research Council Industry Fellow, Monash University; Task Manager, IEA Hydrogen TCP Task 52 "Hydrogen for Iron and Steelmaking"
Tim Hard
SVP – Energy Transition & Ferrous, Business Development, Argus Media
Moana Eruera
Engagement Manager, Standards Australia
Matthew Ambrose
Chief Researcher, AME Research
Lloyd Hain
Consultant, Xenith
David Cachot
Research Director, Steel & Raw Materials, Wood Mackenzie
James Rhee
Managing Director, Progressive Green Iron Solutions
Anna Lockwood
Junior Policy Analyst, OECD Directorate for Science, Technology and Innovation
Erik Hedborg
Head of Steelmaking Raw Materials, CRU
Sebastiaan van Dorp
Senior Business Development Manager, Calix Limited
Glenn Brooks
Partner, KPMG
Liz Gao
Lead Iron Ore Analyst, CRU
Iain Robinson
Manager Planning and Development, Southern Ports
Aaron Walker
Head of Economics, The Chamber of Minerals and Energy of Western Australia (CME)
Bernhard Steenken
Chief Sales Officer, Region APAC & MEA, SMS group
Sponsorship & Exhibition Opportunities
Event sponsorship or exhibiting will allow your organisation to:
- Build relationships with potential and existing clients
- Generate leads from a high-level, targeted audience
- Close sales in a more personal manner than via phone
- Demonstrate your product in person
- Network with the industry extensively
- Build brand awareness
To see what is on offer please contact:
Megan Rogulski
Sponsorship Manager
T: +61 (0)2 9080 4334
E: [email protected]
Event Code of Conduct
We want everyone who comes to our events to have a great experience. This code explains our expectations and rules, which includes general good practice behaviour, and how to report anything witnessed or experienced that goes against them. Read our Event Code of Conduct here.
Sustainability
Our Commitment to Sustainability
In Australia, we are committed to running our events in an environmentally and socially responsible way. Across Informa Connect we are focusing on the short and long-term sustainability impacts we have on customers and colleagues alongside the communities we work in.
We recognise that it’s not just about the way we produce our events and products but recognising that we have a role to play in providing a space to work in partnership together with our markets to inspire the sustainable development of the industries we serve.
To read more on our latest sustainability reports and Faster Forward initiatives – click here.
ConnectMe
ConnectMe • Networking enhanced
All of our events utilise a bespoke dynamic smartphone app, ConnectMe – which guarantees attendees a premium event experience. Logins are sent prior to the conference commencement allowing you to check who’s attending, schedule in meetings and catch ups, participate in live Q+A and interactive polls, and much more. ConnectMe ensures you never miss a beat prior, during and post event.
when & where
25 - 26 Mar 2026
Pan Pacific Perth
207 Adelaide Terrace,
Perth WA 6000
Book accommodation with HotelMaps
To access the best available rate, book here.
contact
Still have a question?
Lisa Hedlund
Conference Manager
+61 2 9080 4324
[email protected]
Megan Rogulski
Sponsorship Manager
+61 (0)2 9080 4334
[email protected]