Trading & Investment

Getting to know copper
November 17, 2023
At a glance Copper has been used by people since around 8000 B.C., and its applications continue to expand A bullish estimate suggests that the price of copper could nearly double by 2025 Samsung C&T performs various roles in the copper business, in which it has operated since 1981 There are at least two reasons […]

Getting to know fertilizer
October 24, 2023
At a glance Global Fertilizer Day on Oct. 13 marks the anniversary of a key patent that paved the way for the modern fertilizer industry Underscored by its importance to food supply, the global fertilizer market is forecast to continue expanding steadily Samsung C&T is expanding target regions and products for its fertilizer business, which […]

SC&T Office Spotlight: Accra
October 4, 2023
When you fly into the Ghanaian capital of Accra, you land in the middle of the city. Imagine for a moment that you’re traveling to Samsung C&T Trading & Investment Group’s Accra Office. You get off the plane, feeling a blast of warmth and already sensing the bustle of one of the most developed and […]

Samsung C&T’s deal to expand solar power presence in the U.S.
September 15, 2023
At a glance Samsung C&T Trading & Investment Group agrees to new deal to develop 15 solar power and Energy Storage System projects in the U.S. Combined power capacity to reach 3 gigawatts, enough to cover annual demand for 600,000 American households Total land area of 6,100 acres, the size of 3,450 soccer fields Samsung […]

Getting to know renewable energy
September 8, 2023
At a glance The world’s renewable electricity capacity is set to rise faster than ever before in 2024 Samsung C&T Trading & Investment Group’s renewable energy business areas include solar and wind, while it is also active in the field of green hydrogen The company’s commitment to sustainability also includes battery recycling As extreme weather […]

SC&T Office Spotlight: Nairobi
August 17, 2023
Kenya may be renowned for its natural scenery and wildlife, but the capital Nairobi has also become a thriving urban hub for international organizations and multinational companies. That has created a cosmopolitan atmosphere in the city, where Samsung C&T Trading & Investment Group has operated an office since 2012. As we reboot our Office Spotlight […]

How the solar power development business works
August 1, 2023
At a glance Solar energy is set to overtake coal as the world’s biggest source of power by 2027 There is a need to diversify and expand solar power development Samsung C&T Trading & Investment Group has broadened its focus from North America to Australia and from photovoltaics to energy storage systems We are approaching […]

Getting to know battery recycling
July 12, 2023
At a glance Increasing global battery demand is raising the need for a circular battery value chain EV battery retirements alone could surpass half a million vehicle batteries every year by 2030 The battery materials recycling market is expected to reach US$64 billion by 2032 Batteries are hidden all around us in plain sight. Since […]

Passion & Expertise: DNA of a trader’s knowhow
June 23, 2023
When you imagine steel trading, it might be easy to overlook many of the intricate areas of expertise that can mean the difference between success and failure. In this latest edition of our Passion & Expertise series, we’re going to dive a little deeper into some of the most important aspects of that expertise. For […]

Getting to know EV charging infrastructure
June 7, 2023
At a glance Global EV sales are set to jump 35% this year, meaning 14 million more EVs on the road There are 2.7 million public charging points for EVs globally, though availability varies significantly The EV charging infrastructure market is expected to soar at a CAGR of 31.02% between 2023 and 2030 Whenever we […]