​Unlocking new frontiers:
Supply, trade and technology

The Asian iron ore market is undergoing a significant transformation, shaped by China’s shifting demand, growing needs in India and Southeast Asia and an increase in global supply. In addition, a focus towards high-grade ore, recycling and electric arc furnaces (EAF) for green steel are also contributing to reshaping market dynamics.

As part of the Singapore International Ferrous Week, SGX Commodities is partnering with S&P Global Commodities Insights on Singapore Iron Ore Forum (SIOF). SIOF is the key platform to address the most pressing challenges in the iron ore industry. By bringing together iron ore producers, traders, steel manufacturers, investors and technology experts, the forum facilitates collaborations and fosters actionable strategies to manage declining demand, oversupply, and capitalize on sustainable steel production. This is a must-attend event for stakeholders looking to preserve their position as leaders in the iron ore market. Don’t miss the opportunity to engage in critical discussions and shape the future of the iron ore sector in a rapidly changing global landscape.​

Themes on the horizon:
•  Iron ore demand outlook: China, India and Southeast Asia
•  Export volumes and supply trends from Australia and Brazil
•  Macroeconomic trends and implications in the industry
•  New policy initiatives and impact of green steelmaking on iron ore
•  Direct Reduced Iron (DRI) processes and developments on the use of hydrogen
•  Analyzing the complementary dynamics between iron ore spot and derivative markets
•  Project updates and the latest on emerging magnetite producers

Who attends:
•  Iron ore producers, miners
•  Steelmakers and manufacturers
•  Iron ore traders
•  Suppliers and equipment manufacturers
•  Investors, financial institutions, banks
•  Technology experts

In addition to SIOF, we invite you to join us at the Singapore Coking Coal Conference on May 29-30, 2025, the main destination for coal and coke market leaders. Find out more here.

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Agenda

Simultaneous interpretation from English to Mandarin will be provided for all presentations at the Singapore Iron Ore Forum.
在新加坡铁矿石论坛的所有演示中,将提供英语到华语的同声传译服务。


The agenda for the Singapore Iron Ore Forum is available in mandarin, click here to view.
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Wednesday, May 28, 2025
  • 8:50 am Conference chairperson’s welcome remarks
    Calvin Lee, Head of Asia Content, S&P Global Commodity Insights
  • 8:55 am Opening remarks
    Vera Blei, Head of Market Reporting & Trading Services, S&P Global Commodity Insights
Session 1: Market dynamics and global trade
  • 9:05 AM Keynote: Macroeconomic trends and implications to the iron ore industry
    - Shifting trade policies and their economic implications
    - Supply chain disruptions and inflationary pressures
    - Environmental regulations, geopolitical tensions and impact on demand
  • 9:25 AM Keynote: Navigating the future of supply, sustainability and geopolitical uncertainty
    - Strategies in adapting to evolving market dynamics
    - Shifting demand in Asia and its impact on production
    - Building resilient supply chain amid uncertainty
  • 9:40 AM Panel discussion: Managing market volatility and strategic risk management
    - Analyzing complementary dynamics between iron ore spot and derivative markets
    - Interaction between spot prices and derivative contracts for market stability
    - Strategies for leveraging futures and options to hedge against price fluctuations
    Eric Bretting, Head of Ferrous Trading, Macquarie Group
    William Prajogo, Director, Commodities, SGX Group
  • 10:20 AM Networking break
Session 2: The future of iron ore demand

  • 11:00 AM Fireside chat: Decoding China’s shifting iron ore demand
    - How China’s economic growth slowdown and infrastructure policies impact demand
    - Decarbonization initiatives effect on consumption and imports
    - China’s approach to securing stable iron ore supplies amid geopolitical tensions and price volatility
    Aurelia Waltham, Commodities Strategist, Goldman Sachs Global Investment Research
    Danila Kotlyarov, Chief Financial Officer, IRC Limited
    Xinzhi Zhang, Trader, Sino Crown International
    Moderator: Keith Tan, Regional Pricing Director – Metals – Asia, S&P Global Commodity Insights
  • 11:30 AM Panel discussion: Examining rising demand trends in India, Southeast Asia and Middle East
    - Analysis of iron ore demand from Southeast Asia and Middle East
    - Outlook for Indian iron ore or low-grade iron ore
    - Impact of infrastructure developments on demand
    Dave Tan, Regional Sales Manager – MENA, Anglo American
    Rajesh Banwala, Head Raw Materials, Jindal Steel & Power Limited
    Mohamad Chafic, CEO, President, and Board Member, Kazax Minerals
    Swapnil Patil, Head of Iron Ore and Sponge Iron Trading, Tata International
    Moderator: Paul Bartholomew, Lead Analyst, S&P Global Commodity Insights
  • 12:10 PM Panel discussion: Uncovering the challenges of meeting high-grade iron ore demand
    - Analyzing the dynamics of current pricing trends for high-grade iron ore
    - Examining the complexities of supply chain constraints
    - Fostering cross-industry collaborations for sustainable sourcing
    Juan Merlini, Head of Strategy and Marketing – Iron Ore Solutions, Vale
    François Lavoie, Senior Vice-President Sales, Technical Marketing and Product Development, Champion Iron
    Moderator: Mriganka Jaipuriyar, Global Head of Metals and Agriculture News, S&P Global Commodity Insights
  • 12:50 PM Networking lunch
Session 3: Supply chain insights

  • 1:50 PM Panel discussion: Export volumes and supply trends
    - Current export trends and forecasts
    - Challenges faced by key exporting countries
    - Logistics and transportation developments
    Subrat Kumar Sahoo, Vice President, Head of Logistics, Marketing and Port Management, JSW Steel
    Vivek Nishant Nath, Chief General Manager, Odisha Mining Corporation
    Moderator: Clyde Russell, Asia Commodities and Energy Columnist, Thomson Reuters
  • 2:30 PM Panel discussion: Future-proofing bulk shipping
    - Analyzing shifts in global trade routes and their impact on iron ore transportation
    - Understanding how trade policies influence shipping logistics
    - Strategies for adapting to market changes and ensuring resilience in shipping
    Yuichi Himeno, Managing Director, MOL Ocean Bulk
    Moderator: Rahul Kapoor, VP, Global Head of Shipping Analytics & Research, S&P Global Commodity Insights
  • 3:10 PM Networking break
Session 4: Iron ore in the green economy

  • 3:40 PM Presentation: Synergy in the iron ore and green iron pathway to decarbonization
    - Policy and technological advancements
    - Reduction of carbon footprint in iron ore extraction and processing
    - Collaboration between industries to advance green iron technologies
    Dr John Atherton, Secretary General, International Iron Metallics Association
  • 3:55 PM Panel discussion: Low carbon supply chains and impact of green steelmaking on iron ore
    - Overview of recent policy changes and regulations
    - Implications for iron ore producers and consumers
    - Innovations in green steel technologies
    Christer Lindqvist, Group Chief Executive Officer, Grangex
    Dr Sebastian Lagendorf, Founder & CEO, Meranti Green Steel
    Zahi Mikhael, Head of APAC, Samarco
    Gunmeet Singh, Head of Ferrous Origination, Vale
  • 4:35 PM Fireside chat: Direct reduced iron (DRI) and developments on the use of hydrogen
    - DRI technologies and processes
    - The role of hydrogen in sustainable production
    - Opportunities and challenges in DRI implementation
    Raj Aggarwal, Co-Founder and Director, Green Steel of WA
    Dr. Vincent Chevrier, General Manager, Technical Sales and Marketing, Midrex Technologies
    Moderator: Gilberto Cardoso, Founder & CEO, Tarraco Commodities
  • 5:05 PM Closing remarks
  • 5:10 PM Drinks reception hosted by Fastmarkets
  • 7:00 PM End of conference

Key Numbers

300+

attendees

57%

C-level/ senior-level executives participation

20+

countries represented

12+

high-impact sessions


Speakers

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Regional Sales Manager – MENA, Anglo American

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Senior Vice-President Sales, Technical Marketing and Product Development, Champion Iron

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Group Chief Executive Officer, Grangex

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Co-Founder and Director, Green Steel of WA

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Headshot Silhouette - Man_150x150 - 1.jpg Aurelia Waltham
Commodities Strategist, Goldman Sachs Global Investment Research

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Secretary General, International Iron Metallics Association

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Danila Kotlyarov
Chief Financial Officer, IRC Limited

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Rajesh Banwala
Head Raw Materials, Jindal Steel & Power Limited

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Subrat Kumar Sahoo
Vice President, Head of Logistics, Marketing and Port Management, JSW Steel

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Headshot Silhouette - Man_150x150 - 1.jpg Mohamad Chafic
CEO, President, and Board Member, Kazax Minerals

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Head of Ferrous Trading, Macquarie Group

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Dr Sebastian Lagendorf
Founder & CEO, Meranti Green Steel

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General Manager, Technical Sales and Marketing, Midrex Technologies

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Managing Director, MOL Ocean Bulk

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Vivek Nishant Nath
Chief General Manager, Odisha Mining Corporation

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Head of APAC, Samarco

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Headshot Silhouette - Man_150x150 - 1.jpg Xinzhi Zhang
Trader, Sino Crown International

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William Prajogo
Director, Commodities, SGX Group

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Gilberto Cardoso
Founder & CEO, Tarraco Commodities

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Swapnil Patil
Head of Iron Ore and Sponge Iron Trading, Tata International

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Headshot Silhouette - Man_150x150 - 1.jpg Clyde Russell
Asia Commodities and Energy Columnist, Thomson Reuters

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Gunmeet Singh
Head of Ferrous Origination, Vale

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Juan Merlini
Head of Strategy and Marketing – Iron Ore Solutions, Vale

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S&P Global Speakers

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Head of Asia Content, S&P Global Commodity Insights

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Regional Pricing Director – Metals – Asia, S&P Global Commodity Insights

Coming soon

Mriganka Jaipuriyar.jpg Mriganka Jaipuriyar
Global Head of Metals and Agriculture News, S&P Global Commodity Insights

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Lead Analyst, S&P Global Commodity Insights

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Rahul Kapoor, VP, Global Head of Shipping Analytics & Research SPGCI_APPEC.jpg Rahul Kapoor
VP, Global Head of Shipping Analytics & Research, S&P Global Commodity Insights

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Global Head of Established Benchmarks, S&P Global Commodity Insights

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Stand Out at the Singapore Iron Ore Conference 2025


The Singapore Iron Ore Forum (SIOF) 2025, part of the renowned Singapore International Ferrous Week co-organized by SGX Commodities, brings together global leaders in the ferrous industry. Join top mining producers, traders, and buyers from Asia and around the world. Sponsoring SIOF 2025 offers an unparalleled opportunity to showcase your brand as a leader, engage with key decision-makers, and distinguish yourself in this competitive market.

Sponsorship Benefits:

•  Global Thought Leadership – Influence, inspire, and shape the industry​
•  Exclusive Access to high-level industry leaders​
•  Drive the Conversation on the future of iron ore​
•  Strengthen Your Brand and showcase your expertise​
•  High ROI through focused, impactful engagement​
•  Custom Packages tailored to your goals

For more information on the full range of opportunities available and what we can do for your business, please contact:

Sheryl Tan
+65 6216 1191
[email protected]

Pricing


Early Bird Rate
Register by April 11
Standard Rate
Register by May 23
Delegate
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$1,199    
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Rates are in USD and are not inclusive of local taxes or VAT. Asia-Pacific Region event terms and conditions apply.

* See FAQs for details on registering at this special rate.

Enjoy a 10% discount when you add the Singapore Coking Coal Conference (29-30 May) to your registration for the Singapore Iron Ore Forum (28 May). Find our more about the Singapore Coking Coal Conference here.




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Sponsorship opportunities

We offer a variety of standard and tailor-made sponsorship opportunities to fit your marketing and business-to-business needs—and your budget. Please reach out directly to the Business Development Manager for this event:

Sheryl Tan

Email: [email protected]

Speaking opportunities

We're always looking for the best voices in the industry to share their experience and perspective on opportunities, challenges, and trends. Please reach out directly to the Conference Producer to discuss availability and suitability:

Aileen Vitug

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Press passes

We allow accredited media writing on behalf of major industry publications to cover the event at no charge. Please reach out to the contact below for press pass approval.

Min Jia Loh

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