Product Code: ETC6183350 | Publication Date: Sep 2024 | Updated Date: Apr 2025 | Product Type: Market Research Report | |
Publisher: 6Wresearch | Author: Shubham Padhi | No. of Pages: 75 | No. of Figures: 35 | No. of Tables: 20 |
The iron ore pellets market in Australia is shaped by demand from steel manufacturers seeking high-grade raw materials that offer superior efficiency in blast furnaces. Although Australia has focused more on lump and fines, pelletization is gaining attention for its environmental benefits and better metallurgical properties. Investments in pellet plant infrastructure and green steel initiatives are enhancing market prospects.
The iron ore pellets market in Australia is gradually gaining traction as the steelmaking industry shifts towards higher-quality and more energy-efficient raw materials. Demand is fueled by the preference for pellets in direct reduced iron (DRI) and electric arc furnace (EAF) processes due to their uniform size and lower impurities. Environmental regulations and carbon reduction goals are further pushing the adoption of pelletized iron ore, promoting cleaner production practices across the steel industry.
Challenges in the iron ore pellets market stem from volatile demand from steel manufacturers, the capital-intensive nature of pelletizing plants, and growing pressure to reduce carbon emissions in the mining and processing stages.
The iron ore pellets market in Australia offers value-added investment opportunities compared to traditional iron ore mining. As steel manufacturers globally shift toward low-carbon technologies, pellets are preferred for their efficiency in blast furnaces. Investors can explore pelletization plants, logistics solutions, and international export partnerships to expand revenue streams and capitalize on global steel demand trends.
Australia`s government policies on value-added mineral processing encourage the production of iron ore pellets domestically through state grants and tax incentives. Additionally, mining and industrial emissions are regulated under the National Greenhouse and Energy Reporting (NGER) Scheme.
1 Executive Summary |
2 Introduction |
2.1 Key Highlights of the Report |
2.2 Report Description |
2.3 Market Scope & Segmentation |
2.4 Research Methodology |
2.5 Assumptions |
3 Australia Iron Ore Pellets Market Overview |
3.1 Australia Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 Australia Iron Ore Pellets Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F |
3.3 Australia Iron Ore Pellets Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 Australia Iron Ore Pellets Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 Australia Iron Ore Pellets Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Source, 2021 & 2031F |
3.6 Australia Iron Ore Pellets Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Grade, 2021 & 2031F |
3.7 Australia Iron Ore Pellets Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Technology, 2021 & 2031F |
3.8 Australia Iron Ore Pellets Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Pelletizing Process, 2021 & 2031F |
3.9 Australia Iron Ore Pellets Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Balling Technology, 2021 & 2031F |
3.10 Australia Iron Ore Pellets Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Application, 2021 & 2031F |
3.11 Australia Iron Ore Pellets Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Industry, 2021 & 2031F |
4 Australia Iron Ore Pellets Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.3 Market Restraints |
5 Australia Iron Ore Pellets Market Trends |
6 Australia Iron Ore Pellets Market, By Types |
6.1 Australia Iron Ore Pellets Market, By Source |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 Australia Iron Ore Pellets Market Revenues & Volume, By Source, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.3 Australia Iron Ore Pellets Market Revenues & Volume, By Hematite, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.4 Australia Iron Ore Pellets Market Revenues & Volume, By Magnetite, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.5 Australia Iron Ore Pellets Market Revenues & Volume, By Taconite, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.6 Australia Iron Ore Pellets Market Revenues & Volume, By Others, 2021- 2031F |
6.2 Australia Iron Ore Pellets Market, By Grade |
6.2.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.2.2 Australia Iron Ore Pellets Market Revenues & Volume, By Blast Furnace, 2021- 2031F |
6.2.3 Australia Iron Ore Pellets Market Revenues & Volume, By Direct Reduction, 2021- 2031F |
6.3 Australia Iron Ore Pellets Market, By Technology |
6.3.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.3.2 Australia Iron Ore Pellets Market Revenues & Volume, By Oxygen Based/Blast Furnace, 2021- 2031F |
6.3.3 Australia Iron Ore Pellets Market Revenues & Volume, By Electric Arc Furnace, 2021- 2031F |
6.3.4 Australia Iron Ore Pellets Market Revenues & Volume, By Electric Induction Furnace, 2021- 2031F |
6.4 Australia Iron Ore Pellets Market, By Pelletizing Process |
6.4.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.4.2 Australia Iron Ore Pellets Market Revenues & Volume, By Grate Kiln, 2021- 2031F |
6.4.3 Australia Iron Ore Pellets Market Revenues & Volume, By Straight Travelling Grate, 2021- 2031F |
6.5 Australia Iron Ore Pellets Market, By Balling Technology |
6.5.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.5.2 Australia Iron Ore Pellets Market Revenues & Volume, By Balling Disc, 2021- 2031F |
6.5.3 Australia Iron Ore Pellets Market Revenues & Volume, By Balling Drum, 2021- 2031F |
6.6 Australia Iron Ore Pellets Market, By Application |
6.6.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.6.2 Australia Iron Ore Pellets Market Revenues & Volume, By Iron-basedChemicals, 2021- 2031F |
6.6.3 Australia Iron Ore Pellets Market Revenues & Volume, By Steel Production, 2021- 2031F |
6.7 Australia Iron Ore Pellets Market, By Industry |
6.7.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.7.2 Australia Iron Ore Pellets Market Revenues & Volume, By Construction, 2021- 2031F |
6.7.3 Australia Iron Ore Pellets Market Revenues & Volume, By Automotive, 2021- 2031F |
6.7.4 Australia Iron Ore Pellets Market Revenues & Volume, By Consumer Goods, 2021- 2031F |
6.7.5 Australia Iron Ore Pellets Market Revenues & Volume, By Consumer Goods, 2021- 2031F |
6.7.6 Australia Iron Ore Pellets Market Revenues & Volume, By Shipping, 2021- 2031F |
6.7.7 Australia Iron Ore Pellets Market Revenues & Volume, By Industrial, 2021- 2031F |
6.7.8 Australia Iron Ore Pellets Market Revenues & Volume, By Others, 2021- 2031F |
6.7.9 Australia Iron Ore Pellets Market Revenues & Volume, By Others, 2021- 2031F |
7 Australia Iron Ore Pellets Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 Australia Iron Ore Pellets Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 Australia Iron Ore Pellets Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 Australia Iron Ore Pellets Market Key Performance Indicators |
9 Australia Iron Ore Pellets Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 Australia Iron Ore Pellets Market Opportunity Assessment, By Source, 2021 & 2031F |
9.2 Australia Iron Ore Pellets Market Opportunity Assessment, By Grade, 2021 & 2031F |
9.3 Australia Iron Ore Pellets Market Opportunity Assessment, By Technology, 2021 & 2031F |
9.4 Australia Iron Ore Pellets Market Opportunity Assessment, By Pelletizing Process, 2021 & 2031F |
9.5 Australia Iron Ore Pellets Market Opportunity Assessment, By Balling Technology, 2021 & 2031F |
9.6 Australia Iron Ore Pellets Market Opportunity Assessment, By Application, 2021 & 2031F |
9.7 Australia Iron Ore Pellets Market Opportunity Assessment, By Industry, 2021 & 2031F |
10 Australia Iron Ore Pellets Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 Australia Iron Ore Pellets Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024 |
10.2 Australia Iron Ore Pellets Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations |
13 Disclaimer |