LISCO exports to Europe, unloading from Brazil
The state Libyan Iron and Steel Company (LISCO) announced last Friday (9 May) the loading of 29,000 tons of hot briquetted iron (HBI) began on Thursday on the ship 'KEREM,' which will head to Spain after completing its shipment.
LISCO also announced the loading of 4,000 tons of hot-rolled coils is also continuing on the ship 'FEHN LYRA,' bound for European markets.
Meanwhile, the ship 'Winning Práctica' also docked last Friday from Brazil, carrying a shipment of pelletized ore estimated at 160,000 tons, and is being unloaded.
LISCO commented that this continuous activity reflects the company's readiness and its leading position in meeting the needs of the local and global markets, as part of its strategy to support the national economy and expand its export footprint.
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