Jamshedpur, January 27, 2026: Tata Steel, in collaboration with the Indian Institute of Metals (IIM) Jamshedpur Chapter and the Pellet Manufacturers Association of India (PMAI), will be hosting International Conference on Sintering, Pelletizing & Briquetting (ICSPB) 2026. The event will be held on January 29th and 30th at The Alcor Hotel in Jamshedpur, bringing together global thought leaders, industry experts, and researchers.
ICSPB 2026 aims to serve as a premier platform to advance innovation, knowledge sharing, and collaboration in iron ore preparation, a cornerstone of efficient BF–BOF steelmaking. The hybrid-format conference will spotlight emerging trends and technologies focused on decarbonization, operational efficiency, resource optimization, and cost reduction, aligning with the steel industry’s transition toward sustainable and low‑carbon production pathways.
The conference themes encompass breakthroughs in agglomeration technologies, sustainable emission‑reduction solutions, challenges in producing BF and DRI grade pellets, and new frontiers in briquetting for waste utilization and green steel applications. The agenda will feature invited lectures, technical sessions, thematic tracks, and an exclusive plant visit, offering participants firsthand exposure to cutting‑edge processing technologies.
ICSPB 2026 will witness participation from leading organizations and academic institutions across the globe, including:
Tata Steel, Luleå University of Technology, Rio Tinto, Swinburne University, Ardent Steel, Innovative AI, SNF India, ALLWYN CHEM INDUSTRIES, SMS India Pvt. Ltd, FLSmidth Private Limited, Metal 7, Auroglobal Comtrade Pvt Ltd, Fosbel India, Ashapura, Rungta Mines, JSW Bellary, Eirich, Fives Combustion Systems Pvt. Ltd, RDCIS Ranchi, Abhitech Energycon Limited, EPCM India, AMNS, Evonith Steel, JSW BPSL, JC Steel, NML Jamshedpur, Derrick Corp, Weir, Green Sustainable Solution, QED Analytics, Newfer, Jindal Stainless, Ardent Steel Limited, and Atha & Amalgam Steel.
