Superior Metals Trading has proudly sponsored Giant Steps, a charity dedicated to supporting families with children with autism and special needs, both commercially and personally for the past decade. This organisation holds a special place in the hearts of our team, especially given that we all have young families. Our ongoing commitment reflects our deep appreciation for the vital work Giant Steps does in making a meaningful difference in the lives of the families they support.
Visit Giant Steps website to see the great work they do and find ways you can help.
Recycling
By facilitating the trade of recycled metals, we are preventing metals from reaching landfills and so preserving natural resources for future generations. Choosing recycled instead of raw metals also reduces emissions, recycled metals require significantly less energy to process and therefore reduces the carbon footprint.
Some of the environmental benefits of recycling metals
Energy saved using recycled material versus virgin ore
- 74% for iron and steel scrap.
- 95% for aluminum scrap
- 85% for copper scrap
Recycling 1 Tonne of steel saves
- 1.2 Tonnes of Iron ore
- 0.7 Tonner of coal.
- 0.5 Tonnes of Limestone
Recycling 1 Tonne of Aluminium saves
- 8 Tonnes of Bauxite ore
- 14 megawatt hours of electricity
Reduction in CO2 emissions by using scrap
- 58% for iron and steel scrap
- 92% for aluminium scrap
- 65% for copper scrap
It makes you think:
- Global averaged concentrations of carbon dioxide (CO2), the most important greenhouse gas, in 2022 were a full 50% above the pre-industrial era for the first time. They continued to grow in 2023.
- Overall, Earth was about 1.36 degrees Celsius (or about 2.45 degrees Fahrenheit) warmer in 2023 than in the late 19th-century (1850-1900) preindustrial average.
- The decade between 2011 and 2020 was the hottest on record for the planet’s land and oceans as the rate of climate change ‘surged alarmingly’, according to a new report from the World Meteorological Organisation. 2023 was the warmest year globally since records began in 1850.
- Global temperature is projected to warm by about 1.5 degrees Celsius (2.7° degrees Fahrenheit) by 2050 and 2-4 degrees Celsius (3.6-7.2 degrees Fahrenheit) by 2100.
- Population in the world is growing at a rate of around 0.91% per year in 2024 (up from 0.88% in 2023, and down from 0.98% in 2020, and 1.06% in 2019). The current population increase is estimated at around 73 million people per year.
- Global demand is projected to reach about 660 quadrillion Btu in 2050, up about 15% versus 2021, reflecting a growing population and rising prosperity. Residential and commercial primary energy demand should decline by approximately 15% by 2050 as efficiency improvements offset the energy needs of a growing population.
FAQ's
1 – What do we buy and sell?
We specialise in sourcing and purchasing a diverse range of ferrous and non-ferrous materials that have been processed using industry-accredited equipment. Our commitment to quality ensures that all materials adhere to the highest standards, providing reliable and efficient solutions for our suppliers and consumers.
2 – What regions do we cover?
Based in Australia and Asia, with a history of sourcing materials from the USA, Europe, Australia and New Zealand throughout our company's lifespan. We pride ourselves on building long-term relationships with our suppliers and consumers, ensuring a consistent supply of premium materials.
3 – How do we pay?
Superior Metals Trading offers flexible payment terms and the capability to handle multiple currencies to better serve our suppliers.
We tailor payment arrangements to suit supplier needs and simplify transactions by using their preferred currencies. This approach helps avoid extra costs from currency conversion and strengthens supplier relationships by supporting their financial planning and efficiency in cashflow.
David LoweManaging Director