PPGI Demand Surges as Construction Season Peaks in Southeast Asia

Pre-painted galvanized iron (PPGI) exports from China to Southeast Asian markets have reached their highest levels this quarter, as the region’s construction sector enters its peak season.

Export volumes to Vietnam, Indonesia, and the Philippines increased by 15% compared to the previous quarter, according to customs data. The surge in demand is attributed to ongoing urbanization projects and government housing initiatives across the region.

Vietnamese buyers have been particularly active, with orders for color-coated steel sheets up 22% year-on-year. The country’s booming manufacturing sector and expanding industrial parks continue to drive demand for building materials.

“Southeast Asia remains our fastest-growing export market,” noted a sales manager at a leading PPGI manufacturer in Shandong province. “Quality requirements are increasing, and buyers are willing to pay premium prices for products that meet international standards.”

The strong export demand has helped offset softer domestic consumption, providing support for PPGI prices which have remained stable over the past month despite fluctuations in raw material costs.