<p><img src="https://biz-file.com/c/2501/761894-208x117.jpg?5" width="208" height="117" alt="The decision to sunset Long Steel has sparked debate in the steel industry. Source: ArcelorMittal" align="left"><br><span >The decision to sunset Long Steel has sparked debate in the steel industry. Source: ArcelorMittal</span><p>ArcelorMittal South Africa's (Amsa) decision to mothball its long-steel operations at Newcastle Works, Vereeniging Works, and its rail and structural subsidiary Amras has ignited fierce debate over South Africa's industrial policy, with industry bodies pointing to systemic failures in government support and protection measures. The closure, set to take effect at the end of January, will result in approximately 3,500 direct job losses, with industry experts warning of far more extensive damage to the broader economy.</p><br> <a href="https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/arcelormittal-long-steel-closure-sparks-debate-over-industrial-policy-475929a">Read more...</a> | <a href="https://www.bizcommunity.com/Request/SendToEmailRedirect.aspx?ct=1&ci=254545">Send to a friend</a></p><div style="clear:left"></div>
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