Turkey produced 38.1 million tons of crude steel in 2025, ranking 7th among the world's largest steel-producing countries, according to data from the World Steel Association.
The country's output increased from 36.9 million tons in 2024, allowing it to surpass Germany, which produced 34.1 million tons in 2025. Germany fell to 8th place. Brazil and Iran also ranked in the top 10.
China produced 960.8 million tons in 2025, down from 1,005.1 million tons in 2024. India's output rose from 149.4 million tons to 164.9 million tons, securing second place. The United States was third with 81.9 million tons, followed by Japan (80.7 million), Russia (67.9 million), and South Korea (62.2 million).
Global crude steel production fell to 1,848.9 million tons in 2025. The World Steel Association attributed Turkey's climb to growing output in developing economies and stagnant production in mature markets.
Veysel Yayan noted that Turkey is currently Europe's largest steel producer. He said the country could improve its ranking further if it controls imports at 19.5 million tons. He also projected that China's production may decline by 2% to 3% annually due to a slowdown in its construction sector and could settle around 800 million tons, while India's output could reach 350 million tons by 2047 if current growth trends persist.
Other countries that increased production in 2025 include Saudi Arabia, Algeria, Australia, Portugal, and Qatar.