With its unwavering commitment to quality, innovation, and customer satisfaction, Algerian iron and steel companies is poised for even greater success in the years to come. As it continues to expand its operations and forge strategic partnerships, they're destined to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of the iron and steel industry in Algeria and beyond.

To achieve its industrial ambitions, Algeria has relaunched several large mining projects. The one at Gara Djebilet in the Sahara is among the most pivotal. The desert landscape is covered by a blackish layer. It's the surface of one of the largest iron ore deposits in the world.

Billions of tons of iron ore have been lying dormant since their discovery in 1952. Finally, after years of studies, the site was opened up this summer.

In the long term, the objective is to extract tens of millions of tonnes per year, including the 12 million tonnes needed by the Algerian steel industry.

"The only deposit in Algeria that can meet this demand is the Gara Djebilet deposit," says Noureddine Aoussat, Technical Director at the Algerian national iron and steel company Feraal. "Exploiting it is easy, it's in the open air. The waste rock is only 60cm thick. You remove 60 cm and you see the ore!"

Algeria's economy is on the rise, and a significant contributor to this growth is the booming iron and steel industry. At the heart of this success lies iron and steel companies, companies setting the standard for excellence and innovation in the region.

With its state-of-the-art facilities and unwavering commitment to quality, these companies are poised to become a driving force in the region's economic landscape.

Iron companies in Algeria boast a fully integrated production chain, encompassing everything from iron ore extraction and processing to the finalization of high-quality steel products. This end-to-end approach guarantees complete control over quality and ensures a consistent supply of steel to meet the ever-growing demand, including:

• Reinforced bars: Essential for the construction industry, these rebars are renowned for their strength, durability, and compliance with international standards.

• Wire rods: Used in various applications, from wire mesh and cables to nails and springs, Algerian made wire rods are known for their superior quality and versatility.

• Spiral pipes: Providing efficient and reliable water transportation solutions, Algerian spiral pipes are ideal for irrigation, drainage, and other infrastructure projects.

• Billets: Serving as the raw material for further processing, billets are supplied to other steel producers and manufacturers.

• Steel Profiles: used in reinforcing concrete or building structure, these steel profiles help to increase the strength of the projects they are used in.

From Iron Ore to Finished Products

Iron and steel companies in Algeria are not just about production; it is also about continuous improvement and innovation. The company embraces cutting-edge technology to optimize its processes, ensuring efficiency, consistency, and environmental sustainability.

• State-of-the-art equipment: From the latest electric arc furnaces to advanced rolling mills, these companies utilize the best technology available to consistently deliver high-quality products.

• Environmental responsibility: Committed to responsible resource management and minimizing its environmental footprint, these companies implement eco-friendly practices throughout its operations.

Technology and Sustainability at the Core

Today, the European Union needs to look for other resources, which are not too far away, whose potential is well known: Algeria!

Messaoud Houfani

Minister's Advisor, Algerian Ministry Of Energy And Mines

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One of the largest iron ore deposits in the world

Algeria is pursuing plans to produce 40-50 million tonnes of iron ore per year from a giant mine in the Western part of the North African nation, an Algerian industry official was reported on Tuesday as saying.

Gâra Djebilet mine in the western Tindouf province was commissioned in mid-2022 with planned initial production of between 2 to 3 million tonnes per year.

Officials this month revealed plans to build a 1,000-km rail line to link the mine with Bechar province in Northwest Algeria.

“The completion of the rail project will allow us to fully exploit Gâra Djebilet mine and achieve the targeted production of 40-50 million tonnes per year,” said Ahmed bin Abbas, Director General of the government-owned Algerian National Steel Company.

Abbas, quoted by the Algerian Arabic language daily Elkhabar, said the project would turn the OPEC member into one of the largest steel producers in the Middle East and allow it to boost exports.

He said the Company would sign an agreement with China before the end of 2023 to supply it with 500,000 tonnes of iron ore per year.

Gâra Djebilet is one of the world’s largest iron ore reserves, with estimated 3.5 billion tonnes, of which around 1.7 billion tonnes are exploitable.

international trade and strengthens Algeria's position as a key exporter of iron and steel products.

Algeria to produce 40-50 mln tonnes of iron in 2026

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