News & Press Releases

London, April 03, 2025

voestalpine Donawitz has started up its LD converter (BOF) No. 4 following a revamp carried out by Primetals Technologies. A new air-cooling system has significantly reduced the operating temperature of the trunnion ring and converter shell, resulting in longer equipment lifetime.

London, March 27, 2025

The newly installed equipment includes a 150-ton argon-oxygen decarburization (AOD) converter, a 150-ton ladle furnace, a single-strand continuous caster, and comprehensive automation solutions. With this expansion, JSL’s production capacity will increase by approximately 1 million tons per year. Advanced automation systems contribute to improved product quality and optimized process efficiency. 

London, March 20, 2025

Primetals Technologies has engineered and supplied the first-ever HZ-Mill for stainless steel production. The new reversing cold mill ensures Nippon Yakin Kogyo will be able to meet increasing demand for highly functional stainless steel grades. 

London, March 14, 2025

Primetals Technologies today announced Yoshiharu Ikeda has been appointed to the position of Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Primetals Technologies. He succeeds Satoru Iijima, who will continue to serve as a Director of the Board and Fellow Advisor. Yoshiharu Ikeda brings decades of experience in the metals industry to his role, and he has a track record of successful leadership in commercial and strategical roles as well as in the machinery business sector.

London, March 12, 2025

State-of-the-art control systems will ensure an increased yield by reducing downtime and enhancing mill availability at ArcelorMittal's compact strip production plant in Sestao, Spain. Additionally, the process optimization system enables more accurate calculations for the production process, minimizing production disruptions and further optimizing yield.