Major miners BHP, Rio Tinto and Fortescue are reported to have urged for closer coordination and potential government support as they respond to China’s reshaping of global iron ore purchasing through China Mineral Resources Group (CMRG).

Steel demand has somewhat begun to feel the bite of higher inflation caused by elevated energy prices

Shipments from the project’s Morebaya port hit 2.2-million tons in the month

In the 2025/2026 fiscal year (ending March 31), India reduced its exports of iron ore and pellets by 15% year-over-year

The company forecasts that steel production in the country will grow faster than iron ore production.

Inventories of BHP's Jimblebar fines, a type of iron-ore

Iron ore imports to India are set to rise to a seven-year high in the 2025/2026 fiscal year (ending March 31)

Pilbara Ports has continued its strong run of export performance, delivering 55.9 million tonnes (Mt) of throughput in February 2026