Two natural disasters put a big dent in Thailand's steel industry but it's beginning to recover, thanks in part
to construction projects funded by the government.
Thailand is one of the largest producers and consumers of steel products in southeast Asia. The country's apparent steel consumption reached 14.1mn tonnes in 2010, supported by robust demand in the automotive and construction sectors, according to the Iron and Steel Institute of Thailand (ISIT). Imported steel grew by 56.3%, while...
Keep on reading: Thailand’s steel industry rebounding from disasters
Keep on reading: Thailand’s steel industry rebounding from disasters