Trading & Investment

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 […]

Passion & Expertise: Secrets of a successful career switch

May 18, 2023

As the global energy market continues to transition towards clean energy, both the energy industry and individuals are changing their own career focus accordingly. Samsung C&T Trading & Investment Group is also strengthening its diverse eco-friendly business portfolio, including with the solar power business, rechargeable battery materials, and hydrogen, in line with the global trend […]

Getting to know EVs

May 10, 2023

The global EV market is set to expand more than eightfold by 2028 EVs are not only an eco-friendly option, they are also relatively safe as they must pass safety tests EV batteries can be recycled, and Samsung C&T supplies some of their recovered resources The recent return of the Chicago Auto Show in its […]

Getting to know hydrogen, Part 2

May 2, 2023

Around 40 national hydrogen strategies have already been released or are in development Hydrogen holds great potential for applications such as transportation and power generation The hydrogen economy could produce jobs as well as cutting carbon emissions Hydrogen is growing as a key clean energy solution, as we saw in the first part of our […]

Getting to know Hydrogen, Part 1

April 14, 2023

Green hydrogen, produced using renewable energy, is seen as a key part of limiting global warming The green hydrogen market is already growing rapidly in line with falling production cost Samsung C&T has already signed several green hydrogen cooperation agreements As global energy demands continue to weigh on the world, there is ongoing pressure to […]