- CEO
- Shinichi Nakamura
- Full Time Employees
- 6,584
- Sector
- Basic Materials
- Industry
- Steel
- Address
- 2-7-1 Nihonbashi Tokyo Japan 103-6025
- IPO Date
- Jan 31, 2022
- Business
- Nippon Steel Trading Corporation (NPSTF) operates as a global trading company primarily engaged in the marketing, sales, and distribution of steel products and related raw materials. The company offers a diverse portfolio of products and services, including steel sheets, plates, bars, pipes, and tubes; raw materials such as iron ore, coal, and scrap metal; non-ferrous metals like aluminum and copper; and chemicals, machinery, and construction materials; alongside logistics, financing, and steel processing services. It serves industries including automotive, construction, shipbuilding, and energy across key markets in Asia, North America, Europe, and other regions.
Founded in 1978 and headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, Nippon Steel Trading Corporation functions as a core subsidiary of Nippon Steel Corporation, leveraging an extensive global network of offices and subsidiaries to facilitate international trade and supply chain solutions.
In recent developments, the company has pursued strategic expansions, including strengthened partnerships in sustainable steel supply chains amid global decarbonization efforts; key acquisitions to bolster its non-steel commodity trading capabilities; and new service launches focused on digital trading platforms and green steel initiatives within the last two years.