Dr. Umut Turunc
Market Analyst-Sustainability SMR- Steel & Metals Market Research
Dr. Umut Turunc has almost 15 years of experience in the mining and metals industries, combining deep technical expertise with commercial insight. At SMR, he manages projects across stainless steel, special steel (including GO and NGO electrical steel), carbon steel, and nickel alloys supply chains, focusing on high-value products and sustainable practices, while analyzing macroeconomic trends, industry dynamics, and competitive landscapes.
Previously, he served as Area Manager at Eczacıbaşı Esan, a leading European mining company, overseeing sales and marketing for base metal concentrates with an annual turnover of nearly €150 million, and gained strategy and project management experience with top-tier consulting firms. Beyond his professional work, he actively participates in mentoring programs, supporting the development of future industry professionals.
2026 Event Agenda Sessions
Electrical Steel (GO & NGO) Market: Drivers, Challenges, and Opportunities
This presentation will deliver an in-depth exploration of the global electrical steel landscape, with a particular focus on the rapidly evolving e-mobility sector and its impact on non-grain-oriented (NGO) electrical steel demand. Complementary insights on grain-oriented (GO) electrical steel production and market volumes will also be provided
Tuesday 19 May 11:40 - 12:10 Central Grid
Global Market Trends and Challenges
This presentation will deliver an in-depth exploration of the global electrical steel landscape, with a particular focus on the rapidly evolving e-mobility sector and its impact on non-grain-oriented (NGO) electrical steel demand. Complementary insights on grain-oriented (GO) electrical steel production and market volumes will also be provided
Central Grid Europe/Madrid
