Fastmarkets Live Lounge

Asam joins the Fastmarkets Live Lounge to discuss how circular manufacturing, low-carbon production and net zero steel are reshaping the Middle East steel industry. The conversation explores why smaller, more resilient steel models can outperform traditional scale-driven production, how green financing is accelerating industrial transformation, and why localised supply chains are becoming central to decarbonisation strategies. Asam also shares insights on the UAE’s role in leading sustainable steel innovation and what responsible growth looks like for heavy industry in the Gulf. Recorded live at the Fastmarkets Middle East Iron & Steel Conference 2026 in Dubai. Follow us on social media to stay updated on all of our upcoming events and insights on global commodities: LinkedIn: Fastmarkets Metals & Mining | X: @Fastmarkets

James joins the Fastmarkets Live Lounge to explore how commodity exchanges and benchmarks are evolving in the Middle East and other emerging markets. The discussion focuses on regional price discovery, the role of exchanges in managing volatility and risk, and why locally relevant benchmarks are becoming increasingly important in global commodities trading. James also shares perspectives on building market infrastructure, trust in frontier markets, and the growing link between commodities, national resilience and economic security. Recorded live at the Fastmarkets Middle East Iron & Steel Conference 2026 in Dubai. Follow us on social media to stay updated on all of our upcoming events and insights on global commodities: LinkedIn: Fastmarkets Metals & Mining | X: @Fastmarkets

Jose joins the Fastmarkets Live Lounge to discuss the emergence of hydrogen-based ironmaking and what it will take to scale low-carbon iron production in Europe and beyond. The conversation focuses on GravitHy’s approach to replacing carbon with renewable hydrogen, the economics and infrastructure required to support large-scale deployment, and how upstream green iron can accelerate the transition to green steel. Jose also shares perspectives on why collaboration across regions, particularly between Europe and the Middle East, will be critical to building a competitive and resilient low-carbon steel value chain. Recorded live at the Fastmarkets Middle East Iron & Steel Conference 2026 in Dubai. Follow us on social media to stay updated on all of our upcoming events and insights on global commodities: LinkedIn: Fastmarkets Metals & Mining | X: @Fastmarkets

Soumyodeep joins the Fastmarkets Live Lounge to discuss how steelmakers are translating decarbonisation ambition into practical action. The conversation focuses on realistic pathways towards lower-carbon iron and steelmaking, including direct reduction, hydrogen-ready technologies, and the role of energy access, policy and economics in shaping investment decisions. Soumyodeep also shares perspectives on common misconceptions around green steel and why emissions reduction, rather than net zero claims, is driving near-term progress across the industry. Recorded live at the Fastmarkets Middle East Iron & Steel Conference 2026 in Dubai. Follow us on social media to stay updated on all of our upcoming events and insights on global commodities: LinkedIn: Fastmarkets Metals & Mining | X: @Fastmarkets

Alicia joins the Fastmarkets Live Lounge to discuss global steel trading from a cross-border perspective, focusing on how supply chains between China and the Middle East are evolving. The conversation explores shifting trade flows, logistics reliability, sustainability requirements including CBAM, and how traders are responding to changing customer expectations. Alicia also shares why diversity, trust and long-term partnerships are becoming essential in an increasingly complex global steel market. Recorded live at the Fastmarkets Middle East Iron & Steel Conference 2026 in Dubai. Follow us on social media to stay updated on all of our upcoming events and insights on global commodities: LinkedIn: Fastmarkets Metals & Mining | X: @Fastmarkets

Cameron joins the Fastmarkets Live Lounge to discuss how tailings management, water scarcity and environmental risk are reshaping the mining sector. The conversation focuses on why tailings dewatering and filtration are becoming critical for operational resilience, how investor and community expectations are changing project design, and what responsible mining looks like in water-stressed regions. Cameron also shares perspectives on operating globally and why sustainability and performance are increasingly inseparable in modern mining. Recorded live at the Fastmarkets Middle East Iron & Steel Conference 2026 in Dubai. Follow us on social media to stay updated on all of our upcoming events and insights on global commodities: LinkedIn: Fastmarkets Metals & Mining | X: @Fastmarkets

Erik joins the Fastmarkets Live Lounge to share a financier’s perspective on how capital, risk and policy are shaping the future of the steel and mining sectors. The conversation explores what makes projects investable in an increasingly uncertain environment, how tariffs and regulation are influencing decision-making, and why long-term competitiveness comes down to energy access, raw materials and regional dynamics. Erik also reflects on problem-solving, leadership and why unpredictability has become a defining feature of today’s steel markets. Recorded live at the Fastmarkets Middle East Iron & Steel Conference 2026 in Dubai. Follow us on social media to stay updated on all of our upcoming events and insights on global commodities: LinkedIn: Fastmarkets Metals & Mining | X: @Fastmarkets

Aman joins the Fastmarkets Live Lounge to discuss how digital tools, data and smart manufacturing are beginning to reshape heavy industry and steelmaking. The conversation explores efficiency, trust in technology and why digital transformation only works when it delivers real value on the plant floor. Aman also shares perspectives on leadership, teamwork and what it takes to drive meaningful change in traditionally hard-to-digitise industrial environments. Recorded live at the Fastmarkets Middle East Iron & Steel Conference 2026 in Dubai. Follow us on social media to stay updated on all of our upcoming events and insights on global commodities: LinkedIn: Fastmarkets Metals & Mining | X: @Fastmarkets

Kaushalendra joins the Fastmarkets Live Lounge to share a long-term perspective on how the iron ore, DRI and raw materials trade has evolved — and where it is heading next. The conversation explores shifting trade flows, logistics innovation, regionalisation and how the Middle East is positioning itself within the global steel supply chain. Kaushalendra also reflects on leadership, talent development and why adaptability and continuous learning matter as the industry navigates decarbonisation and structural change. Recorded live at the Fastmarkets Middle East Iron & Steel Conference 2026 in Dubai. Follow us on social media to stay updated on all of our upcoming events and insights on global commodities: LinkedIn: Fastmarkets Metals & Mining | X: @Fastmarkets

Miriam joins the Fastmarkets Live Lounge to share a market analyst’s perspective on what is shaping steel and iron ore markets today. The conversation explores how policy, trade measures and geopolitical developments are influencing prices and trade flows, as well as what recent shifts in China and new supply routes mean for the global market. Miriam also reflects on how analysts navigate uncertainty, why adaptability matters, and what realistic progress on lower-carbon steel looks like in the near term. Recorded live at the Fastmarkets Middle East Iron & Steel Conference 2026 in Dubai.   Follow us on social media to stay updated on all of our upcoming events and insights on global commodities: LinkedIn: Fastmarkets Metals & Mining | X: @Fastmarkets

Shady El-Malakh joins the Fastmarkets Live Lounge to discuss how steel producers across the GCC and wider MENA region are navigating growth, localisation and rising competitiveness. Drawing on his industry experiences, Shady shares how customer priorities are evolving, why long term partnerships matter in the Middle East, and how efficiency, value and service are shaping decision-making across the steel value chain. The conversation also touches on leadership, trust and the importance of continuous learning in a fast-moving industrial environment. Recorded live at the Fastmarkets Middle East Iron & Steel Conference 2026 in Dubai. Follow us on social media to stay updated on all of our upcoming events and insights on global commodities: LinkedIn: Fastmarkets Metals & Mining | X: @Fastmarkets

Dr. Alexander Fleischanderl joins the Fastmarkets Live Lounge to explore the role of technology, innovation and digitalisation in shaping the future of steelmaking. The discussion covers sustainable steel production, emissions reduction, process optimisation and how collaboration across the value chain is accelerating industrial transformation.   Recorded live at the Fastmarkets Middle East Iron & Steel Conference 2026 in Dubai. Follow us on social media to stay updated on all of our upcoming events and insights on global commodities: LinkedIn: Fastmarkets Metals & Mining | X: @Fastmarkets

Catriona Bell joins the Fastmarkets Live Lounge to discuss how transition finance is enabling decarbonisation across mining, steel and industrial supply chains. The conversation explores capital deployment, project risk, critical minerals and the financial structures needed to support low-emissions steel and industrial transformation. Recorded live at the Fastmarkets Middle East Iron & Steel Conference 2026 in Dubai. Follow us on social media to stay updated on all of our upcoming events and insights on global commodities: LinkedIn: Fastmarkets Metals & Mining | X: @Fastmarkets

Satyajit Roy joins the Fastmarkets Live Lounge to discuss how ship recycling and circular economy models are evolving to support lower-carbon steel production. The conversation explores responsible end-of-life asset management, the growing importance of high-quality scrap, and how sustainable recycling practices can play a meaningful role in decarbonising steel and maritime supply chains. Recorded live at the Fastmarkets Middle East Iron & Steel Conference 2026 in Dubai. Follow us on social media to stay updated on all of our upcoming events and insights on global commodities: LinkedIn: Fastmarkets Metals & Mining | X: @Fastmarkets

Robin Nundoo joins the Fastmarkets Live Lounge to unpack the realities of operating one of the world’s most remote iron ore supply chains. The conversation explores Arctic logistics, high-grade iron ore’s role in greener steelmaking, and why social licence, stakeholder engagement and operational resilience are critical for responsible mining. Recorded live at the Fastmarkets Middle East Iron & Steel Conference 2026 in Dubai. Follow us on social media to stay updated on all of our upcoming events and insights on global commodities: LinkedIn: Fastmarkets Metals & Mining | X: @Fastmarkets

Grant Budge joins the Fastmarkets Live Lounge to share insights on industrial decarbonisation, carbon capture and the commercial realities of delivering low-carbon projects at scale. The discussion covers investment readiness, policy clarity, and leadership challenges in heavy industry, highlighting what it really takes to move from ambition to execution. Recorded live at the Fastmarkets Middle East Iron & Steel Conference 2026 in Dubai. Follow us on social media to stay updated on all of our upcoming events and insights on global commodities: LinkedIn: Fastmarkets Metals & Mining | X: @Fastmarkets  

Paolo Magaldi joins the Fastmarkets Live Lounge to explore industrial innovation, energy efficiency and technology deployment across steel and heavy industry. The conversation focuses on how operational optimisation, material handling innovation and smarter systems can improve competitiveness while supporting decarbonisation goals. Recorded live at the Fastmarkets Middle East Iron & Steel Conference 2026 in Dubai. Follow us on social media to stay updated on all of our upcoming events and insights on global commodities: LinkedIn: Fastmarkets Metals & Mining | X: @Fastmarkets

William Wallace joins the Fastmarkets Live Lounge to discuss global shipping markets, logistics strategy and the role of freight in supporting steel and raw materials trade. The conversation examines trade flows, freight volatility and how logistics providers are adapting to changing demand, regulation and decarbonisation pressures. Recorded live at the Fastmarkets Middle East Iron & Steel Conference 2026 in Dubai. Follow us on social media to stay updated on all of our upcoming events and insights on global commodities: LinkedIn: Fastmarkets Metals & Mining | X: @Fastmarkets

Gorkem Bolaca, Managing Director of GalexSteel International, joins the Fastmarkets Live Lounge to share a trader’s perspective on today’s global steel market. Recorded live at the Fastmarkets Middle East Iron & Steel Conference, the episode explores shifting trade flows, geopolitical risk, and the realities of operating across multiple regions and cultures. Gorkem reflects on the importance of human relationships in global trade, managing volatility in freight and tariffs, and why the steel industry can best be described as both progressive and chaotic.   Recorded live at the Fastmarkets Middle East Iron & Steel Conference 2026. Follow us on social media to stay updated on all of our upcoming events and insights on global commodities: LinkedIn: Fastmarkets Metals & Mining | X: @Fastmarkets

Shivakumar Kuppuswamy, Director of Development & Innovation at Responsible Steel, joins the Fastmarkets Live Lounge to discuss what credible “responsible steel” looks like in practice — and why standards, certification, and consistent measurement matter as the industry decarbonises. The episode explores collaboration across the supply chain, the role of policy and finance in scaling low emission steel, and the technologies gaining momentum — including hydrogen — alongside the leadership traits needed to drive real-world change. Recorded live at the Fastmarkets Middle East Iron & Steel Conference 2026. Follow us on social media to stay updated on all of our upcoming events and insights on global commodities: LinkedIn: Fastmarkets Metals & Mining | X: @Fastmarkets

Stefano Maggiolino joins the Fastmarkets Live Lounge to discuss the evolving role of direct reduction technology in enabling lower-carbon steel production. The conversation explores global DRI project deployment, energy and feedstock considerations, and how technology providers are supporting steelmakers as they navigate decarbonisation, cost pressures and long-term competitiveness. Stefano also shares leadership insights on scaling innovation across regions with very different industrial and regulatory realities. Recorded live at the Fastmarkets Middle East Iron & Steel Conference 2026 in Dubai. Follow us on social media to stay updated on all of our upcoming events and insights on global commodities: LinkedIn: Fastmarkets Metals & Mining | X: @Fastmarkets

Giorgio joins the Fastmarkets Live Lounge to share perspectives on steel markets, industrial strategy and the shifting dynamics shaping global supply chains. The discussion covers market volatility, competitiveness across regions, and how producers and technology providers are responding to decarbonisation, customer demand and long-term investment decisions. Giorgio also reflects on leadership in a period of structural change for the steel industry. Recorded live at the Fastmarkets Middle East Iron & Steel Conference 2026 in Dubai.   Follow us on social media to stay updated on all of our upcoming events and insights on global commodities: LinkedIn: Fastmarkets Metals & Mining | X: @Fastmarkets

Laureen joins the Fastmarkets Live Lounge to discuss leadership, sustainability and the evolving role of people and culture in the steel and industrial sectors. The conversation explores how organisations are balancing decarbonisation goals with operational performance, talent development and long-term resilience. Laureen also shares insights on navigating change in traditionally male-dominated industries and why inclusive leadership matters more than ever. Recorded live at the Fastmarkets Middle East Iron & Steel Conference 2026 in Dubai. Follow us on social media to stay updated on all of our upcoming events and insights on global commodities: LinkedIn: Fastmarkets Metals & Mining | X: @Fastmarkets

Dr. Sebastian joins the Fastmarkets Live Lounge to explore innovation, processing technologies and the future of materials and steelmaking. The discussion focuses on efficiency gains, scalability and how new technologies are supporting decarbonisation and supply-chain optimisation. Sebastian also reflects on collaboration across the value chain and the skills needed to deliver the next phase of industrial transformation. Recorded live at the Fastmarkets Middle East Iron & Steel Conference 2026 in Dubai. Follow us on social media to stay updated on all of our upcoming events and insights on global commodities: LinkedIn: Fastmarkets Metals & Mining | X: @Fastmarkets

Abu joins the Fastmarkets Live Lounge to discuss regional steel market dynamics, industrial development and the Middle East’s growing role in global steel and raw materials flows. The conversation explores investment trends, competitiveness, decarbonisation ambitions and how producers in the region are balancing growth with sustainability and long-term resilience. Abu also shares insights on leadership, strategy and what the next phase of industrial transformation could mean for the wider steel value chain. Recorded live at the Fastmarkets Middle East Iron & Steel Conference 2026 in Dubai. Follow us on social media to stay updated on all of our upcoming events and insights on global commodities: LinkedIn: Fastmarkets Metals & Mining | X: @Fastmarkets

François-Xavier Rame, CEO of Adionics, explains how the company is redefining direct lithium extraction with proprietary liquid technology and AI driven modelling. He shares lessons from turning around engineering firms, the power of teamwork, and what winning the innovation award at the conference means for the future of sustainable lithium. Recorded live at the Fastmarkets Lithium Supply and Battery Raw Materials Conference 2025.   Follow us on social media to get the latest commodity pricing news, as well as updates on all of our events:   LinkedIn: @Fastmarkets   X: @Fastmarkets

Paul Charles, a clean energy pioneer and Principal of Charles and Associates, LLC, reflects on three decades of building companies across Switzerland, Silicon Valley, and Arizona. He explores gigafactory innovation, modular construction, universal standards, and how the Finnish concept of sisu, grit in the face of adversity, has defined both his leadership and life. Recorded live at the Fastmarkets Lithium Supply and Battery Raw Materials Conference 2025.   Follow us on social media to get the latest commodity pricing news, as well as updates on all of our events:   LinkedIn: @Fastmarkets   X: @Fastmarkets

Madan Manoharan, CEO of Tuleva Inc, shares how his career journey from NASA licensed tech startups to private equity and refining shaped his vision for carbon neutral lithium refining. He unpacks the difference between risk and uncertainty, the myths of green premium pricing, and how Tuleva aims to build sustainable impact without sacrificing competitiveness. Recorded live at the Fastmarkets Lithium Supply and Battery Raw Materials Conference 2025.    Follow us on social media to get the latest commodity pricing news, as well as updates on all of our events:   LinkedIn: @Fastmarkets   X: @Fastmarkets

Ken Brinsden, CEO of Patriot Battery Metals, talks building teams, scaling hard rock projects, and what North America must do to catch up in critical minerals. He reflects on transforming Pilbara Minerals, the importance of resilient leadership, and why energy storage is an underestimated growth driver. Recorded live at the Fastmarkets Lithium Supply and Battery Raw Materials Conference 2025.   Follow us on social media to get the latest commodity pricing news, as well as updates on all of our events:   LinkedIn: @Fastmarkets   X: @Fastmarkets

Howard Klein, Founder of and Partner at RK Equity, reflects on two decades of capital markets experience in lithium and why volatility is both a challenge and an opportunity. He discusses investor sentiment, China’s long term strategy, and how the Rock Stock Channel has become a hub for mentorship and market insight. Recorded live at the Fastmarkets Lithium Supply and Battery Raw Materials Conference 2025.   Follow us on social media to get the latest commodity pricing news, as well as updates on all of our events:   LinkedIn: @Fastmarkets   X: @Fastmarkets

Haydn Daxter, CEO of Power Metals Corp, shares his journey from mining camps in Africa to building North America’s most significant new cesium project. He explains why educating the market is key, how supply gaps create opportunity, and what it takes to lead with resilience in a niche but critical space. Recorded live at the Fastmarkets Lithium Supply and Battery Raw Materials Conference 2025.   Follow us on social media to get the latest commodity pricing news, as well as updates on all of our events:   LinkedIn: @Fastmarkets   X: @Fastmarkets

Dorothea Soule, Advisory Board Member at Momentum Technologies, reflects on her path from neuroscience to global battery recycling leadership. She discusses navigating geopolitical dynamics, the real business of production scrap, and how purpose, adaptability, and systems thinking are critical for innovation and long term strategy. Recorded live at the Fastmarkets Lithium Supply and Battery Raw Materials Conference 2025.   Follow us on social media to get the latest commodity pricing news, as well as updates on all of our events:   LinkedIn: @Fastmarkets   X: @Fastmarkets

Stéphane Ballèvre, Managing Director at Geolith, unpacks the role of direct lithium extraction in creating a more secure, sustainable, and scalable supply chain. He shares why simplicity, resilience, and results define true innovation, and how partnerships like Geolith and KBR are redefining turnkey solutions from brine to battery grade lithium. Recorded live at the Fastmarkets Lithium Supply and Battery Raw Materials Conference 2025.   Follow us on social media to get the latest commodity pricing news, as well as updates on all of our events:   LinkedIn: @Fastmarkets   X: @Fastmarkets

Melanie Sheldon, Senior Director of Business Development at Nevada GOED, outlines how the state is evolving into a full cycle lithium hub, from mining and recycling to battery innovation and workforce upskilling. She reflects on the power of local partnerships, policy agility, and what placemaking really means in the energy transition. Recorded live at the Fastmarkets Lithium Supply and Battery Raw Materials Conference 2025.   Follow us on social media to get the latest commodity pricing news, as well as updates on all of our events:   LinkedIn: @Fastmarkets   X: @Fastmarkets

Dale Henderson, CEO of Pilbara Minerals, shares lessons from leading through market cycles and building one of Australia’s most prominent lithium producers. He talks strategic resilience, downstream partnerships, and why innovation must be embedded in a company’s DNA, not added on as an afterthought. Recorded live at the Fastmarkets Lithium Supply and Battery Raw Materials Conference 2025.   Follow us on social media to get the latest commodity pricing news, as well as updates on all of our events:   LinkedIn: @Fastmarkets   X: @Fastmarkets

Gary Godwin, Vice President at KBR, reflects on 35 years in global process engineering and what it takes to lead through disruption. He shares his perspective on technology licensing, risk-managed innovation, and how KBR is applying proven expertise to accelerate lithium project delivery. Recorded live at the Fastmarkets Lithium Supply and Battery Raw Materials Conference 2025.   Follow us on social media to get the latest commodity pricing news, as well as updates on all of our events:   LinkedIn: @Fastmarkets   X: @Fastmarkets

Andy Robinson, President and COO of Standard Lithium, unpacks the bold decisions behind building a next-generation lithium company. He reflects on developing real-world innovation at commercial scale, partnering with Equinor, and how a clear vision and a top-tier resource can anchor a decade-long journey through volatility. Recorded live at the Fastmarkets Lithium Supply and Battery Raw Materials Conference 2025.   Follow us on social media to get the latest commodity pricing news, as well as updates on all of our events:   LinkedIn: @Fastmarkets   X: @Fastmarkets

David Christensen, Managing Director of Renascor Resources, explains why graphite is the missing link in battery supply chains and how Renascor is positioning South Australia as a key global source of sustainable anode material. He shares insights on eco-friendly purification, geopolitical tension, and what it takes to lead in an emerging market with near-total Chinese dominance. Recorded live at the Fastmarkets Lithium Supply and Battery Raw Materials Conference 2025.   Follow us on social media to get the latest commodity pricing news, as well as updates on all of our events:   LinkedIn: @Fastmarkets   X: @Fastmarkets

Jay Keener, CEO of Altillion, explains how his chemistry background and global water experience inform a fresh approach to lithium brine processing. He shares why low-energy design, smart integration, and external collaboration are the future of DLE—and why data quality must guide innovation. Recorded live at the Fastmarkets Lithium Supply and Battery Raw Materials Conference 2025.   Follow us on social media to get the latest commodity pricing news, as well as updates on all of our events:   LinkedIn: @Fastmarkets   X: @Fastmarkets

Austin Devaney, CEO of Li7 Charged, reflects on his 35-year journey through the alkaline earth metals world and why now was the right time to go independent. He talks EV innovation, lessons from the supply side, and what the lithium market can learn from oil and gas cycles. Recorded live at the Fastmarkets Lithium Supply and Battery Raw Materials Conference 2025.   Follow us on social media to get the latest commodity pricing news, as well as updates on all of our events:   LinkedIn: @Fastmarkets   X: @Fastmarkets

Daniel Abdo, VP of International Relations and Business Development at Sigma Lithium, shares how the company scaled from five employees to over 600 and built Brazil’s first green lithium operation. He dives into community development, dry stack tailings, and how diplomatic neutrality gives Brazil a global edge. Recorded live at the Fastmarkets Lithium Supply and Battery Raw Materials Conference 2025.   Follow us on social media to get the latest commodity pricing news, as well as updates on all of our events:   LinkedIn: @Fastmarkets   X: @Fastmarkets

Cristina Paredes, Executive Director of SC NEXUS, shares how South Carolina is building a resilient energy innovation ecosystem through testbeds, university–industry collaboration, and public–private partnerships. She also reflects on female leadership, navigating imposter syndrome, and how strategic vision and inclusive dialogue can power sustainable growth. Recorded live at the Fastmarkets Lithium Supply and Battery Raw Materials Conference 2025.   Follow us on social media to get the latest commodity pricing news, as well as updates on all of our events:   LinkedIn: @Fastmarkets   X: @Fastmarkets

Martin Turenne, CEO of FPX Nickel Corp, explains why nickel matters for the energy transition and how FPX’s Baptiste project could redefine sustainable supply. He shares insights on community partnerships, permitting in Canada, and the real ESG differentiators investors should watch. Recorded live at the Fastmarkets Lithium Supply and Battery Raw Materials Conference 2025.   Follow us on social media to get the latest commodity pricing news, as well as updates on all of our events:   LinkedIn: @Fastmarkets   X: @Fastmarkets

Gene Morgan, CEO of Zelandez, reveals how his oil and gas roots shaped the world’s leading lithium brine services firm. He shares lessons from operating in high-pressure environments, the rise of direct lithium extraction, and why optimism and adaptability are vital in a volatile market. Recorded live at the Fastmarkets Lithium Supply and Battery Raw Materials Conference 2025.   Follow us on social media to get the latest commodity pricing news, as well as updates on all of our events:   LinkedIn: @Fastmarkets   X: @Fastmarkets

Hugh McDonald, Secretary of Commerce for Arkansas, shares his journey from nuclear plant engineer to public office. He explores the state’s lithium potential, lessons from the private sector, and why workforce strategy and outdoor infrastructure matter in attracting investment. Recorded live at the Fastmarkets Lithium Supply and Battery Raw Materials Conference 2025.   Follow us on social media to get the latest commodity pricing news, as well as updates on all of our events:   LinkedIn: @Fastmarkets   X: @Fastmarkets

Karol Kerrane, Managing Director of EPC Engineering & Technologies, discusses scaling industrial battery material production and why collaboration is critical in today’s lithium supply chain. He unpacks EPC’s turnkey engineering approach, the value of international partnerships, and how to balance innovation with project execution. Recorded live at the Fastmarkets Lithium Supply and Battery Raw Materials Conference 2025.   Follow us on social media to get the latest commodity pricing news, as well as updates on all of our events:   LinkedIn: @Fastmarkets   X: @Fastmarkets

David Klanecky, President and CEO of Cirba Solutions, explores the intersection of circularity and electrification, the urgency of battery recycling infrastructure, and raising $700 million to scale solutions. He reflects on his global leadership journey, why culture drives strategy, and what it takes to lead in a fast-evolving critical minerals economy. Recorded live at the Fastmarkets Lithium Supply and Battery Raw Materials Conference 2025.   Follow us on social media to get the latest commodity pricing news, as well as updates on all of our events:   LinkedIn: @Fastmarkets   X: @Fastmarkets

Ken Hoffman, CEO of Traubenbach Associates, reflects on his career path, the pitfalls of battery investment, and why China’s innovation is reshaping the EV landscape. He shares advice for startups seeking capital, critiques Tesla’s stagnation, and outlines what defines true leadership in lithium. Recorded live at the Fastmarkets Lithium Supply and Battery Raw Materials Conference 2025.   Follow us on social media to get the latest commodity pricing news, as well as updates on all of our events:   LinkedIn: @Fastmarkets   X: @Fastmarkets

Venkee Sharma, CEO of Aquatech, discusses the intersection of water innovation and critical minerals. He explores how water–energy nexus technologies are supporting sustainable lithium extraction, the shift from supplier to strategic partner, and why North America needs coordinated action to lead the energy transition. Recorded live at the Fastmarkets Lithium Supply and Battery Raw Materials Conference 2025.   Follow us on social media to get the latest commodity pricing news, as well as updates on all of our events:   LinkedIn: @Fastmarkets   X: @Fastmarkets

Ruchi Dana, Executive Board Member at Dana Group, shared her leadership approach in shaping the company’s future, emphasizing innovation, sustainability, and the integration of these strategies with business growth. She also reflected on Dana Steel’s global expansion and her vision for women in the industry. Recorded live at the Fastmarkets Middle East Iron and Steel Conference 2025. Follow us on social media to get the latest commodity pricing news, as well as updates on all of our events: LinkedIn: @Fastmarkets X: @Fastmarkets