Objectives

The main objective of the ISF is export promotion and export development of steel and steel intensive construction and pressure equipment by local and global collaboration.

The main methodology of operation is by developing and maintaining relationships with main contractors and engineering companies globally and offering products and services to participate as contractors or sub-contractors of projects whether as individual or joint-venture suppliers.

This methodology offers clients the choice to select a single supplier or, if fast-tracking is required, to contract a number of suppliers either directly or via a lead supplier. 

To ensure on time and quality delivery, ISF mill, merchant, intermediate as well as project insurers/guarantor members are involved from day one in any enquiry.

The ISF and its members also maintain their network of similar and other suppliers in many countries, especially Africa, to maximise the use of local capabilities where required; this being a typical requirement of all countries in the developing world.

The ISF is also a supporter of “Team Southern Africa Inc.” principles and thus collaborates with many local and regional industry associations, Chambers of Commerce, Governmental departments, Development Agencies, financiers, etc. and a strong founder supporter of the “Maximising African content in African Projects” philosophy.