Trading & Investment

Market Inside and Beyond: The Future of the Fertilizers that Feed Our World
December 10, 2024
The fertilizer industry is set for steady growth over the next decade, driven by global food demand. Samsung C&T Trading and Investment Group is a key player globally sourcing and trading fertilizers, evolving to meet the demand for future trends in agriculture and clean energy. Discover more about the future of the global fertilizer market […]

SC&T Office Spotlight: Sydney
November 25, 2024
Samsung C&T Australia is actively advancing its trading and renewable energy businesses, with significant progress on the Dunmore Solar Project. Through strong camaraderie and strategic opportunities, the Sydney branch and SREA are set on becoming a major player in Australia, reflecting Samsung C&T’s vision for impactful growth around the world. Visiting a farm to see […]

Market Inside & Beyond: The Future Outlook for Plastic Polymers
October 30, 2024
Plastics, made from polymers like Polyethylene (PE) and Polypropylene (PP), are essential in modern life, from food packaging to automotive parts. As demand grows, the future of the plastics industry is shifting to focus on reducing environmental impact, increasing recycling, and developing sustainable alternatives. Colorful plastic pellets that are the building blocks of everyday products […]

Market Inside & Beyond: The Key Trends Shaping the Future of the Steel Industry
October 11, 2024
The steel industry is undergoing a significant transformation, prioritizing decarbonization to meet the increasing demand for renewable energy and electric vehicles. Innovations such as green steel and steel recycling are crucial in reducing carbon emissions as the world makes progress towards its 2050 net-zero targets. Steel is a fundamental material that has shaped the infrastructure […]

Essential Chemicals: How Sulfuric Acid is Used to Make Electronics
September 25, 2024
Sulfuric acid is a crucial chemical used to clean and etch silicon wafers that are found in semiconductors, the chips in the electronics we use daily. Discover more about this process and gain insight into the market outlook for sulfuric acid. Close-up of a silicon wafer The devices and electronics we use daily are made […]

Sustainable Aviation Fuel: The Key to Decarbonizing Air Travel
September 4, 2024
Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) is emerging as a crucial solution for reducing the aviation industry’s carbon footprint. SAF is made from waste-derived feedstocks and can significantly lower greenhouse gas emissions. What is sustainable aviation fuel and will it help decarbonize the aviation industry? The thrill of international travel or shopping from global online retailers can […]

Passion & Expertise: The Trader in Istanbul Who Values Trust
August 16, 2024
We recently sat down with Cem Enginarlar, the General Manager of the Steel Business at Samsung C&T’s Istanbul office. Read our interview with the Samsung C&T Trading and Investment (T&I) “Best Employee” award recipient to learn more about his value for trust and passion for business. Meet Cem Enginarlar, General Manager of the Steel Business […]

Market Inside & Beyond: The Materials We Will Rely on Over the Next 25 Years
July 30, 2024
The materials we will rely on over the next three decades are the building blocks for the low-carbon technologies required to meet net-zero targets by 2050. This article provides an outlook on the demand for key materials, including lithium, copper, cobalt, and nickel. The global energy transition is seeing countries shift to renewable energy sources, […]

The Global Adoption of Electric Vehicles is Helping Drive the Energy Transition
July 16, 2024
Discover how electric vehicles are helping advance the global energy transition. While EVs produce significantly less CO2 emissions than conventional combustion vehicles, challenges such as high costs, limited charging infrastructure, and a volatile battery materials market persist. Continued investment and innovation in renewable energy and EV technologies are essential to meet climate goals. The transportation […]

Market Inside & Beyond: Global Energy Transition Trends
June 28, 2024
The world is undergoing a significant shift to renewable energy to mitigate the impact of climate change. This article provides a brief overview of trends in three major markets in the transition towards renewable energy. Renewable energy in the U.S. comprised 22% of its total power generation in 2022. China still relies heavily on coal […]