Industry (Pakistan’s Iron & Steel Industry)

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Where is Pakistan's Iron & Steel Industry located?

Pipri, near Gharo Creek.

What are the locational advantages for the Pipri steel industry?

Locational advantages include:

1. Flat, cheap land near Port Qasim which has a natural harbour for importing raw materials and exporting steel.
2. Close to market: Steel-using industries in Karachi, such as tool making.
3. Along a railway (Karachi-Pipri-Kotri) and metalled road.

What are the main raw materials (inputs) for steel production?

Iron ore, coke, limestone, and scrap iron.

What is the source of water for the steel industry?

Water is brought from Lake Haleji.