Join the STO Community
Transparency, trust, and long-term growth for the global scrap industry.
🚫 This is not a marketplace. This is where the industry connects, sets standards, and protects itself. We provide the community layer; our partners handle the trading.
What Does “Community-Driven” Mean?
STO is built around participation. Members help shape the platform through engagement, contribution, and shared responsibility.
Share Insights
Share industry knowledge, news, and regional updates.
Participate
Join discussions, webinars, and events to grow your network.
Set Standards
Help guide ethical trading practices and community rules.
Protect
Help identify risks and guide new members to safety.
Trust & Verification
Trust is the foundation of the scrap trade. STO exists to strengthen trust by promoting transparency, accountability, and ethical conduct.
While we don’t conduct trades, we act as the Trust Layer that supports verified partner platforms.
Community Standards
Our standards are built by the community, for the community:
- ✓ Best-practice trading guidelines
- ✓ Documentation compliance
- ✓ Environmental responsibility
Membership: Your Pace
Joining STO is open and flexible. There is no obligation to participate beyond your comfort level.
- Join to stay informed
- Join to network with peers
- Join to contribute expertise
- Join to support industry standards
Become a Community Moderator
Moderators are trusted members—not staff—who help guide discussions and maintain professional conduct. If you are experienced and respected, this is a meaningful way to give back.
Apply for ModerationWho Should Join?
If you care about long-term industry credibility, STO is built for you.
Join the Community