TAKE PART IN STEELCHALLENGE-21 SAUDI ARABIA
steelChallenge-21 Saudi Arabia is a game-based learning experience hosted on SSA, giving learners and professionals the opportunity to practise steelmaking decision-making through online simulation.
Registration opens
1 September 2026
Regional Championship
17 November 2026 | 12:00 UTC
Competition window
24 hours to complete successful simulator runs.
Categories
High School, University and Industry
What is steelChallenge?
steelChallenge is a game-based learning experience where participants use steelmaking simulators to produce high-quality steel at the lowest possible cost while meeting technical requirements.
Hosted through SSA, steelChallenge-21 Saudi Arabia supports students and professionals as they develop practical knowledge of steelmaking, process control and industrial decision-making.
Learn by doing through realistic simulation.
Build technical skills in cost, quality and process control.
Connect with industry through a recognised steel education initiative.
A global steel education challenge
steelChallenge has become one of steeluniversity’s flagship learning initiatives, connecting students and professionals through realistic steelmaking simulations.
30,000+ participants
Since its inception, steelChallenge has attracted participants from around the world.
Competition history
Past challenges and winners show the global reach of the competition across universities and industry.
Saudi Arabia pathway
SSA provides a local platform to help participants access resources, prepare and take part.
Who can take part?
Participants will compete according to their category. Final category rules and eligibility details will be confirmed before the Regional Championship.
High schools
For secondary school learners exploring steel, technology, sustainability and future career pathways.
Universities
For students developing steelmaking knowledge through simulation and applied problem-solving.
Industry participants
For professionals applying steelmaking, process control and cost-optimisation knowledge.
Representing a school, university or company?
Submit an expression of interest to request participation guidance for your institution or organisation.
High School Category
steelChallenge-21 Saudi Arabia includes a dedicated category for secondary school students, helping younger learners explore steelmaking, sustainability, technology and real-world problem-solving.
A dedicated page for schools, teachers and coordinators will provide more details about participation, resources and preparation.
HOW THE CHALLENGE WORKS
From registration to competition day, participants will be able to prepare through SSA and take part during the official championship window.
STEP 1
Register
Create your SSA account and register for steelChallenge-21 Saudi Arabia.
STEP 2
Prepare
Access learning resources, tutorials and support materials through SSA.
STEP 3
Practise
Use the simulators to improve your decision-making before competition day.
STEP 4
Compete
Complete successful runs during the 24-hour championship window.
STEP 5
Recognition
Results, recognition and progression details will be confirmed by the organisers.
Schedule
Key dates for steelChallenge-21 Saudi Arabia. The masterclass schedule and progression details may change without notice.
1 SEP 2026
Registration opens
Create your SSA account and access preparation resources.
6 OCT 2026
Masterclass
Learning by Doing: EAF and Secondary Steelmaking Simulation Explained.
17 NOV 2026
Regional Championship
15:00 Saudi Arabia time / 12:00 UTC. 24 hours to complete successful runs.
TBC
Next stage
Progression and recognition details will be confirmed.
Recommended learning pathway
Participants can prepare through a focused pathway that builds steelmaking fundamentals, process knowledge, simulator confidence and competition readiness.
STEP 1
Steelmaking fundamentals
Review the key ideas behind steel production, process control, cost, quality and operational decision-making.
STEP 2
Electric Arc Furnace
Complete MAN0105 to build knowledge of EAF steelmaking, from charging and melting to slag, tapping and additions.
STEP 3
Secondary Steelmaking
Complete MAN0106 to understand refining, composition control, ladle furnace operations and steel quality improvement.
STEP 4
Simulation practice
Use tutorials, simulator guidance and masterclass materials to practise before the Regional Championship.
Tip: Register early to access the available resources, complete the pathway and practise before the competition window opens.