Steel
Purem by Eberspaecher’s Wilsdruff plant switches to sustainable stainless steel for exhaust systems
Eberspaecher Group announced that around 90% of the most common steel grade used in the production line for exhaust gas aftertreatment systems for the European market of a major commercial vehicle manufacturer at Purem by Eberspaecher’s Wilsdruff plant in Germany has been converted to Outokumpu's Circle Green stainle
Mazda and Nippon Steel strengthen collaboration
On October 23, Mazda Motor and Nippon Steel announced that they have applied the results of their co-creation activities, redefining the traditional relationship between finished vehicle manufacturers and materials suppliers, to the development of the all-new CX-5 crossover SUV. Based on the long-standing business re
thyssenkrupp Steel presents solutions for lightweight construction and sustainable mobility at Blechexpo 2025
thyssenkrupp Steel Europe AG, a subsidiary of thyssenkrupp AG, announced that it will present solutions for lightweight construction and sustainable mobility at Blechexpo 2025 in Stuttgart, Germany, from October 21 to 24.
The company will unveil InPart Solutions, a new concept developed to reduce the number of compon
Stegra raising funds to build green-steel plant in Boden, Sweden
On October 13, Stegra announced that it is now in a new financing round for the construction of the world’s first large-scale green-steel plant in Boden, Sweden. The proceeds from the round are expected to represent approximately 15% of Stegra’s total project funding. It is also in advanced discussions regarding outs
ACEA critical of proposal for continued measures on European steel imports
On October 8, the European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association (ACEA) released a statement on the European Commission‘s proposal to extend protection of the European steel market. Automobile manufacturers source approximately 90% of their direct steel purchases in the EU and are most concerned about the inflationar
China Chamber of Commerce in the European Union (CCCEU) raises concern for EU's steel import restrictions
On October 8, the China Chamber of Commerce in the European Union (CCCEU) raised concern regarding the EU's steel import restrictions. CCCEU stated that the EU's proposed steel import restrictions were a "protectionist step" that could negatively impact global trade stability and downstream industries.
While the CCC
Gestamp and Hydnum Steel, Spain, partner for green steel for automotive components
On October 8, Gestamp and primary metals producer Hydnum Steel signed an agreement to use clean steel produced with renewable energy and green hydrogen for the manufacturing of automotive components. Gestamp, through its metal recycling subsidiary, Gescrap, will supply high-quality steel scrap from stamping processes
European Commission announces plan to protect EU steel industry
On October 7, the European Commission presented a proposal to protect the EU steel sector from the unfair impacts of global overcapacity. The proposal upholds the principle of open trade and enhances engagement with global partners to address overcapacity. The proposal will replace the steel safeguard measure that is
Vingroup launches VinMetal to strengthen steel supply for EVs and infrastructure in Vietnam
On October 6, 2025, Vingroup Corporation announced the formation of VinMetal Production and Trading Joint Stock Company. The new subsidiary aims to meet material needs within the Vingroup ecosystem and contribute to the growth of Vietnam’s heavy industry.
Headquartered in Hanoi, VinMetal begins operations with a char
ArcelorMittal expanding in Ontario with tailored blanks plant in Ingersoll, Ontario
On October 1, ArcelorMittal Tailored Blanks North America (AMTB) announced plans for a 154,000 square-foot plant in Ingersoll, Ontario.
Construction of the new plant is already underway and production equipment is set to start arriving at the plant in late 2025. Installation and commissioning will run through the fi
Meneta, Denmark, produces brake components with recycled steel from SSAB
On September 30, Meneta Group announced that it has produced automotive brake components with SSAB Zero, a recycled steel made with fossil-free energy. By integrating SSAB Zero into their global manufacturing, Meneta’s customers can achieve up to 60% lower CO₂ emissions, compared to conventional steel, while maintain
Steelform begins construction of new plant in Mexico
On September 11, it was reported that Steelform, a Swiss-American automotive supplier formed from the merger of Steel Warehouse and Forming AG, began construction of a new plant in Pesquería, Nuevo León, Mexico.
The project represents a USD 60 million investment and is expected to generate more than 100 formal jobs.
Mukand Sumi plans greenfield integrated steelmaking facility in India
On September 1, Mukand Sumi Special Steel Limited (MSSSL) announced it is constructing a greenfield integrated steelmaking facility at Kanakapura, Koppal, Karnataka. A joint venture between India’s Bajaj Group and Sumitomo Corporation, MSSSL continues to strengthen its position as a leading special steel manufacturer
Stahl, Netherlands launches RelcaDur, water based bonding agent for rubber-to-metal automotive applications
On September 2, Stahl, a Netherlands based firm specializing in coatings for flexible materials, launched RelcaDur, a new bonding agent that connects rubber to surfaces such as steel, aluminium, and plastic.
It is a two-layer system i.e., a primer and a bonding agent. Unlike traditional solvent-based adhesives used i
Posco and JSW Group to form full-scale business partnership in steel and other areas
South Korea’s Posco Group announced that it had reached a basic agreement with India’s JSW Group for a full-scale business partnership. In October 2024, the two parties signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) for a partnership in some business areas, including steel and secondary battery materials. The production
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