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2025-2026 saw the ASI provide input to governments and receive advice on a range of issues, including: Meetings with the Australian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ACCI) and Safe Work Australia to discuss proposed changes to the regulation of Non-Threshold Genotoxic Carcinogens (NTGCs). Representing the Australian Chamber of Commerce and Industry on the Safe Work Australia Crane Licence Working Group. Providing technical assistance to the Victorian Building Authority (VBA) in its ongoing investigation into the collapse of the Kew Recreation Centre, and other authorities where mishaps with steel occurred.  

In 2025-2026, the ASI:           Spearheaded a major revision of the AS/NZS 4100 Steel Structures Standard and sent it to Standards Australia for review in 2026, and presented a webinar on Advanced Analysis to AS 4100. AS 4100 sets out minimum requirements for the design, fabrication, erection, and modification of steelwork in structures. Presented a range of webinars, including on Advanced Analysis to AS 4100. AS 4100 sets out minimum requirements for the design, fabrication, erection, and modification of steelwork in structures. Developed a draft quality management system (QMS), configured specifically to integrate the requirements of AS/NZS ISO 9001, AS/NZS 5131 and AS/NZS ISO 3834. Once finalised the QMS will be offered on an online platform with integrated help and training. Developed a thought-leadership paper on Data-driven connectivity as a position paper for the construction industry in general and steel construction in particular. Alignment on digital connectivity systems...

Marketing and communications crafted and delivered communication strategies, created content, and managed campaigns across various channels to drive ASI initiatives in 2025-2026. Key initiatives included:    Promoting and growing the ASI’s associate member package. Associate member marketing in LinkedIn increased the visibility of the ASI brand by 40%. Writing and distributing media releases promoting ASI’s advocacy efforts on behalf of the local steel industry, including the ASI Safeguard campaign to combat the surge in imported fabricated steel (https://www.steel.org.au/what-we-do/advocacy/asi-campaign-on-imported-fabricated-steelwork/). Developing messaging and marketing support for the Steelwork Compliance Australia (SCA) scheme, communicating that SCA is now JAS ANZ accredited to provide certification to both AS/NZS 5131 and AS/NZS ISO 3834. Developing messaging and support for the Steel Sustainability Australia (SSA) scheme. Promoting awareness of and participation in the Steel...

ASI now has a record 7,045 total members, with 717 corporate members and 25,061 contacts in the broader ASI community. This represents a significant increase from last year, with 15% more contacts receiving ASI communications. Membership retention rate across all member categories was 92%, with all categories achieving retention rates equal to or higher than the last financial year. 2025-2026 saw the introduction of a new associate membership package. The package offers a multi-tiered advertising model across all ASI platforms, including website, communications, social media and the Steel Australia magazine. The new communication channels enable associates to reach a broader audience, build stronger relationships across the supply chain and help members find solutions to their problems.  Fabricators led ASI growth in 2025-2026, accounting for 62% of all new members. ASI’s compliance solutions Steelwork Compliance Australia (SCA) continued to be the biggest attraction for fabricator membership....