Vale sending nickel to Welsh refinery
The first shipment of nickel concentrate to be processed into matte at Copper Cliff Smelter Complex since a strike by Steelworkers began seven months ago is on its way to Vale Inco's refinery in Clydach, Wales. Tenova I2S Cluster Mill commissioned in USA
Tenova I2S has announced the commissioning of their new ZR33-22” Mill at MK Metalfoils USA in Duncan, South Carolina. MK Metalfoils is a division of MK Metallfolien GmbH of Hagen, Germany. Ursa Major begins mining near Sudbury
Ursa Major Minerals Inc. has started mining operations at its nickel and copper mine near Sudbury, Canada after a strike was avoided at Xstrata PLC's nickel operation in the region and due to improved metal prices. Rolled Alloys reports zero injuries for 2009
Rolled Alloys has announced that the company has completed 2009 without any work related injuries at the Temperance, Michigan facility. Nucor may opt for new plant in Brazil
In 2009, Nucor Corp. sold a third fewer tonnes of steel than it did in 2008. That has made the company willing to take its time starting a proposed USD 2 billion production plant in Louisiana. 
An American industry group has charged that manufacturers in China are evading millions of US dollars of US anti-dumping duties on steel wire products by exporting them via third countries. 
Aven has developed Accu-Cut Pliers and Cutters. All 34 varieties of cutters and five pliers have dual leaf springs for smooth, consistent operation and ergonomic handles designed in Germany for comfort. 
After a month and a half of negotiations, CAW Local 598 has reached a tentative collective agreement with the Xstrata Nickel Sudbury Division. 
Central Wire has announced the acquisition of Charter Steel’s wire rod finishing mill, located in Fond du Lac, Wisconsin. 
Jien Canada Mining Ltd has finalized its takeover of the Canadian Royalties' Nunavik Nickel Mine project, at least on paper.