Yongmei Yan

HME Metal Europe

Copper / Germany Representative

With a strong background in both base metals and scrap trading, I bring extensive industry expertise and a global perspective to Women in Recycling. My career spans leading international and Chinese trading houses, where I have successfully navigated diverse markets, cultures, and trading conditions across China, Southeast Asia, and Europe.

Specializing in Copper, Scrap and other metals, I have built a reputation for market expansion, deal structuring, and cross-border trade management. Having moved cargo from regions such as Mozambique, the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), South America, and Indonesia, I understand the complexities of global supply chains and the critical role women play in shaping the future of recycling and sustainable resource management.

As a board member, I am committed to empowering women in the industry, fostering collaboration, and driving meaningful change in the recycling and commodities sector.