Please enable JS and disable any ad blocker Outokumpu (OUTKY) has announced its decision not to proceed with cold rolling capacity expansion in the U.S. The company remains focused on its target to increase cold rolling capacity in business area Americas by 80 kilotons through de-bottlenecking investments and productivity improvements by the end of 2025 having already achieved a 65 kiloton increase by end of 2024 The decision comes amid unpredictable market conditions and significantly increased imports The company will assess the impact of newly introduced 25% import tariffs on steel and derivatives in the U.S Outokumpu maintains approximately 900 kilotons of melting and hot rolling capacity and 600 kilotons of cold rolling capacity in the Americas Outokumpu (OUTKY) ha annunciato la sua decisione di non procedere con l'espansione della capacità di laminazione a freddo negli Stati Uniti a seguito di un'ampia analisi di fattibilità L'azienda rimane concentrata sul suo obiettivo di aumentare la capacità di laminazione a freddo nell'area business delle Americhe di 80 kilotoni attraverso investimenti per la riduzione dei colli di bottiglia e miglioramenti della produttività entro la fine del 2025 avendo già raggiunto un aumento di 65 kilotoni entro la fine del 2024 La decisione arriva in un contesto di mercato imprevedibile e con un incremento significativo delle importazioni L'azienda valuterà l'impatto dei nuovi dazi doganali del 25% sulle importazioni di acciaio e derivati negli Stati Uniti Outokumpu mantiene circa 900 kilotoni di capacità di fusione e laminazione a caldo e 600 kilotoni di capacità di laminazione a freddo nelle Americhe suddivisi tra Stati Uniti (350 kilotoni) e Messico (250 kilotoni) Outokumpu (OUTKY) ha anunciado su decisión de no proceder con la expansión de capacidad de laminación en frío en EE La empresa sigue enfocada en su objetivo de aumentar la capacidad de laminación en frío en el área de negocios de las Américas en 80 kilotoneladas mediante inversiones en desatascos y mejoras de productividad para finales de 2025 habiendo logrado ya un aumento de 65 kilotoneladas para finales de 2024 La decisión llega en medio de condiciones de mercado impredecibles y un aumento significativo de las importaciones La empresa evaluará el impacto de los nuevos aranceles del 25% sobre el acero y sus derivados en EE Outokumpu mantiene aproximadamente 900 kilotoneladas de capacidad de fusión y laminación en caliente y 600 kilotoneladas de capacidad de laminación en frío en las Américas (350 kilotoneladas) y México (250 kilotoneladas) Outokumpu (OUTKY)는 광범위한 타당성 조사 후 미국에서의 냉간 압연 용량 확장을 진행하지 않기로 결정했다고 발표했습니다 이 회사는 2025년 말까지 병목 현상을 해소하고 생산성 향상을 통해 아메리카 지역에서 냉간 압연 용량을 80킬로톤 늘리겠다는 목표에 집중하고 있으며 이 회사는 미국에서의 철강 및 파생품에 대한 새로운 25% 수입 관세의 영향을 평가할 것입니다 Outokumpu는 아메리카에서 약 900킬로톤의 용융 및 열간 압연 용량과 600킬로톤의 냉간 압연 용량을 보유하고 있으며 Outokumpu (OUTKY) a annoncé sa décision de ne pas procéder à l'expansion de sa capacité de laminage à froid aux États-Unis après une étude de faisabilité approfondie L'entreprise reste concentrée sur son objectif d'augmenter la capacité de laminage à froid dans la zone commerciale des Amériques de 80 kilotonnes grâce à des investissements pour réduire les goulets d'étranglement et à des améliorations de productivité d'ici la fin de 2025 ayant déjà atteint une augmentation de 65 kilotonnes d'ici la fin de 2024 Cette décision intervient dans un contexte de marché imprévisible et d'importations considérablement accrues L'entreprise évaluera l'impact des nouveaux droits de douane de 25% sur les importations d'acier et de dérivés aux États-Unis Outokumpu maintient environ 900 kilotonnes de capacité de fusion et de laminage à chaud et 600 kilotonnes de capacité de laminage à froid dans les Amériques réparties entre les États-Unis (350 kilotonnes) et le Mexique (250 kilotonnes) die Kapazitätserweiterung für das Kaltwalzen in den USA nicht weiterzuverfolgen nachdem eine umfassende Machbarkeitsstudie durchgeführt wurde die Kaltwalzkapazität im Geschäftsbereich Amerika bis Ende 2025 um 80 Kilotonnen durch Investitionen zur Beseitigung von Engpässen und Produktivitätssteigerungen zu erhöhen nachdem bereits bis Ende 2024 ein Anstieg um 65 Kilotonnen erreicht wurde Die Entscheidung erfolgt inmitten unvorhersehbarer Marktbedingungen und erheblich gestiegener Importe Das Unternehmen wird die Auswirkungen der neu eingeführten 25% Importzölle auf Stahl und Derivate in den USA bewerten Outokumpu hält etwa 900 Kilotonnen Schmelz- und Warmwalzkapazität sowie 600 Kilotonnen Kaltwalzkapazität in Amerika aufgeteilt zwischen den USA (350 Kilotonnen) und Mexiko (250 Kilotonnen) Outokumpu Corporation Press release/Investor News February 13 Outokumpu communicated that in the next strategy phase the focus will be on strengthening the company's market position further and developing more globally diversified operations the company announced it was seeking to increase its existing cold rolling capacity Outokumpu has decided not to invest in the expansion of its cold rolling capacity in the U.S the company has set a target to increase its cold rolling capacity in business area Americas by 80 kilotons through focused de-bottlenecking investments and productivity improvements by the end of 2025 Outokumpu remains well on track to reach this target having achieved a total 65 kiloton increase at the end of 2024 Impact of the newly introduced tariffs to be assessed – U.S proclamations expanding the 25% import tariffs on steel and certain steel derivatives imported into the U.S may materially impact the analysis conducted prior to those announcements market and will follow closely the impact of the expanded tariff action and in the meanwhile focus on improving efficiency and we continue to see it as an attractive and robust market for Outokumpu in the long-term and aim to further strengthen our position there Given the current unpredictable market environment with significantly increased imports in the recent years the result of our feasibility study did not support making a capital-intensive investment in additional cold rolling capacity for the time being This allows us to direct our capital into other areas as we are currently evaluating the long-term strategic options to grow and develop our business further including in the U.S," states Kati ter Horst into the North American market has nearly doubled during the past five years and this has clearly impacted our decision not to increase our production capacity at this point as the newly introduced tariffs may decrease import pressure but it is crucial to ensure a level playing field both in the U.S Outokumpu has integrated stainless steel operations hot rolling operations* and cold rolling operations in Alabama and cold rolling operations in San Luis Potosi the company has approximately 900 kilotons of melting and hot rolling capacity and approximately 600 kilotons of cold rolling capacity * Hot rolling mill owned and operated by AM/NS tolling contract in place until 2051** All capacity numbers are name plate capacities +358 40 753 7374 or Outokumpu media phone +358 40 351 9840 / e-mail media(at)outokumpu.com  This information was brought to you by Cision http://news.cision.com The following files are available for download: https://news.cision.com/outokumpu-oyj/i/outokumpu-cold-rolling-mill-in-calvert,c3376773 View original content:https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/outokumpu-has-decided-not-to-invest-in-cold-rolling-capacity-expansion-in-the-us-at-this-point-of-time-302375714.html Already have an account? Login Outokumpu has decided not to invest in cold rolling capacity expansion in the U.S the focus will be on strengthening the company’s market position further and developing more globally diversified operations Impact of the newly introduced tariffs to be assessed – U.S “We have a strong position in the U.S. including in the U.S,” states Kati ter Horst and Europe,” Kati ter Horst continues ** All capacity numbers are name plate capacities +358 40 753 7374 or Outokumpu media phone +358 40 351 9840 / e-mail media(at)outokumpu.com image: The Outokumpu borehole from above It is a A 2,516-metre deep vertical window to crystalline bedrock dating back 1.9 billion years  were usually associated with poor indoor air were discovered in Finland in a borehole more than two kilometres deep groundwater dating back tens of millions of years was found in the hole Volatile organic compounds (VOC) are known to be contaminants originating in industrial processes and materials as well as a reason for substandard indoor air Researchers from the University of Helsinki and VTT Technical Research Centre of Finland took gas and microbial samples from a deep borehole drilled by the Geological Survey of Finland (GTK) for research purposes in an area known for its ore deposits in Outokumpu A wide range of natural VOCs were found in bedrock groundwater from depths ranging between 500 and 2,300 metres little information was available on the VOCs detected in crystalline bedrock and its uncontaminated groundwater The results were recently published in the Communications Earth & Environment journal The research findings may have an impact on understanding the global carbon cycle as well as on the air quality of underground facilities The study demonstrated that microbes in the deep biosphere play an important role in producing and breaking down VOCs the concentration and composition of VOCs also reflect the characteristics of the local bedrock such as carbon and sulphur content as well as oxidation-reduction conditions “We were guided to the volatile organic compounds by smell,” says Assistant Professor Riikka Kietäväinen from the University of Helsinki who oversaw the geochemical section of the study such as aromatic hydrocarbons and sulphur compounds are detectable by smell at very low concentrations the smell of the bedrock groundwater in the Outokumpu drill hole was described as resembling the ocean or the sewer Attempts to pinpoint the source of the smell more accurately were made through analytical techniques using thermal desorption-gas chromatography mass spectrometry,” Kietäväinen adds The compounds also included other hydrocarbons “We studied the possible role of microbes in the formation or degradation of these VOCs by analysing genomic data on the microbial community,” says Senior Scientist Mari Nyyssönen of VTT microbes have few different sources of nutrients and carbon and the results of the study show that these VOCs bring new kinds of opportunities to the microbial dinner table,” Nyyssönen adds Groundwater dating back tens of millions of years The drilling of the Outokumpu deep drill hole was completed exactly 20 years ago research collaboration between the University of Helsinki VTT and GTK at the Outokumpu deep borehole has exposed groundwater dating back tens of millions of years as well as a diverse microbial community living in the bedrock groundwater and rock surfaces “This study has moved us a step closer to understanding the interactions between the organic and inorganic domains Research at the borehole will continue,” Kietäväinen and Nyyssönen state 10.1038/s43247-025-02053-2 Naturally occurring volatile organic compounds in deep bedrock groundwater are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system Copyright © 2025 by the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) (WPMI) — After a nearly six-year battle in court over alleged Fair Labor and Standards Act violations a lawsuit involving Outokumpu is close to being resolved with the stainless steel manufacturer located in Mobile County coming out on the losing end a federal appeals court ruled the default judgment entered against the steel giant is valid the only question remaining is how much they owe workers in back pay The default judgment was entered in November 2021against Outokumpu in the amount of $13,171,958.56 for overtime wages and liquidated damages for what the appeals court said was “a merry-go-round of broken promises and blatant misrepresentations.” The court in its opinion noted that “Over the course of nearly two years the district court ordered Outokumpu to produce the key pay and incentive plan records twelve separate times. somehow Outokumpu always had another excuse—leaving the plaintiffs without any way to prove their case.” Outokumpu repeatedly blamed the issue of missing documents on its third-party payroll provider ADP which had provided the requested documentation and information to Outokumpu The court notes that default judgment is the “most severe” sanction that is available to judges and states “It is hard to imagine a more appropriate case than this one and unceasing attempts to blame others finally caught up with Outokumpu the company displays a remarkable lack of contrition.” The 11th Circuit Court sent the question of damages back to the lower court to “reconsider or explain" its calculation of the damages awarded Greenland will supply molybdenum from its Malmbjerg project in east Greenland Canadian public mining company Greenland Resources has entered a ten-year offtake agreement with European stainless steel producer Outokumpu to supply molybdenum oxide This partnership will provide Outokumpu with approximately eight million pounds (mlb) of molybdenum annually valued at around $160m (€152.4m) at current market prices fulfilling nearly half of the company’s yearly requirement This partnership not only supports Greenland Resources’ long-term strategy but also facilitates access to capital expenditure (capex) financing with Outokumpu assisting in the capex arrangements Greenland Resources will supply molybdenum oxide and carbon-free briquettes from its Malmbjerg project in Hostakken Mountain in east Greenland to Outokumpu covering around 25% of Greenland Resources’ production for the first ten years Molybdenum is essential in manufacturing speciality stainless steel and securing its supply is crucial for Outokumpu’s advancement in the materials sector Greenland Resources executive chairman Ruben Shiffman said: “We are delighted to partner with Outokumpu with the long-term supply of molybdenum oxide which at current market prices would represent a value of approximately $1.6bn over ten years Don’t let policy changes catch you off guard Stay proactive with real-time data and expert analysis “This constitutes a critical milestone for our company towards achieving commercial production The high-quality molybdenum ore and low-emission processing at Malmbjerg are ideally suited to secure long-term supply for Outokumpu’s speciality steel products.” The initiation of the offtake obligation is contingent upon meeting standard terms and conditions Outokumpu chief financial officer Marc-Simon Schaar said: “The cooperation with Greenland Resources allows us to get access to low-emission molybdenum from Greenland which strengthens our supply chain of critical raw materials and reduces our scope 3 emissions at competitive prices “This further strengthens our long-term raw material availability complementing our own chrome mine in Finland and our investment in a junior nickel mine project in Canada.” is set to be an open-pit operation designed to minimise environmental impact It is scheduled to commence commercial production within this decade The project’s feasibility study by Tetra Tech in 2022 forecasts a $820m capex with a 33.8% after-tax internal rate of return (IRR) and a payback period of 2.4 years The proven and probable reserves stand at 245 million tonnes (mt) at 0.176% molybdenum disulfide translating to 571mlb of contained molybdenum metal The project is backed by the European Raw Materials Alliance (ERMA) Greenland Resources signed a letter of intent with Outokumpu in October 2023 to supply molybdenum from its Malmbjerg project.  Give your business an edge with our leading industry insights View all newsletters from across the GlobalData Media network Combining aesthetic and practical qualities and technical advancements are helping to improve its sustainability Stainless steel is omnipresent in the world, from household kitchens to major building projects. The whole global steel industry, including carbon steel, is constantly evolving but is still responsible for around 10 per cent of greenhouse gases; among its biggest challenges for a more sustainable future is how to reduce this figure high-quality materials can promote better solutions for everyday life The Silvretta Therme Spa designed by Krieger Architekten and crafted by Roofinox GmbH blends almost seamlessly into the surrounding landscape of the Tyrolean Alps The champagne-coloured exterior façade enables a harmonious interaction with the alpine surroundings through its colour scheme which changes subtly over the course of the seasons the building is reminiscent of the essence of water – the central theme of the thermal spa The choice of stainless steel was not only a question of design but also of functionality; the smooth surface reduces the building’s maintenance costs Outokumpu’s stainless steel reduces the total carbon footprint of the innovative building compared with the use of some other materials Moreover, the technical system of the thermal spa contributes to the holistic sustainable approach. Its geothermal heating and cooling systems reduce energy consumption while creating a luxurious atmosphere for visitors sophisticated design and use of sustainable materials makes Silvretta Therme Spa a role model for modern construction and impressively demonstrates how elegance functionality and ecological responsibility can merge in a harmonious building Another example that clearly demonstrates how well stainless steel combines sustainable solutions and practicality is its use in the kitchen industry – specifically the kitchen knives from Zwilling manufactured in collaboration with the steel dealer Stahl Krebs The blades of these knives are made using Outokumpu Circle Green® stainless steel has reached up to 93 per cent reduced emissions compared to industry average it can significantly reduces the knives’ carbon footprint relative to other materials The use of low-emission stainless steel is an important step towards climate neutrality for the long-established German company, Zwilling. While working towards this target, Zwilling and Stahl Krebs collaborate with Outokumpu exemplifying how considered partnerships can promote sustainable solutions Zwilling remains true to its tradition of quality craftsmanship The knives are more than just kitchen tools – they are sophisticated precision instruments that enable both amateur chefs and professionals to prepare food carefully and gently Whether cutting vegetables or carving meat the knives support careful and deliberate kitchen work that emphasises quality and durability Examples such as these knives and Silvretta Therme Spa prove that a material can be both functional and support sustainability ambitions Outokumpu stainless steel shows how technological innovations and ecological responsibility can go hand in hand In a world that increasingly emphasises resource-saving solutions stainless steel paves the way towards a more sustainable future stainless steel is not only a material for today but also a key element for the challenges of tomorrow The partnership will develop and secure the digital infrastructure of Outokumpu’s global manufacturing Tietoevry Tech Services has been selected as a provider of cloud and critical infrastructure services by Outokumpu the global leader in sustainable stainless steel – for the company’s global production sites This partnership underlines Tietoevry’s commitment to delivering stable and reliable services that ensure Outokumpu’s mills and production sites operate seamlessly and efficiently The new agreement continues a long-term partnership where scope includes critical infrastructure services “Operational stability is vital to our business Our priority is to maintain stable operations and minimize production downtime Tietoevry Tech Services has shown great capabilities in securing our operations against potential disruptions We value their security advisory and their ability to implement cutting-edge technologies that ensure our IT infrastructure can effectively support our business demands,” says Risto Mikola “The continuation of our long-term partnership with Outokumpu and the return of these services is a great honour for us It demonstrates the quality of our customer-centric services and our ability to operate business-critical environments to the highest standards,” says Vesa Rantala Head of Industry and Commercial Segment in Finland at Tietoevry Tech Services Creating sustainable solutions that have a lasting impact on customers and society is at the core of Tietoevry Tech Services’ sustainability agenda As a global leader in sustainable stainless steel By leveraging Tietoevry’s expertise in digital infrastructure and cloud services the partnership not only improves Outokumpu’s operational efficiency but also contributes to the sustainability goals of both organizations Tietoevry Tech Services is a leading transformation and managed services provider focusing on Nordic-based private and public customers across various industries With our full scope of cutting-edge digital solutions we help businesses thrive and keep Nordic societies running We are a global team of more than 7,000 experts representing over 50 nationalities delivering services to our customers by combining global capabilities with Nordic proximity Our annual revenue is approximately EUR 1 billion We are part of Tietoevry, a leading technology company with annual revenue of approximately EUR 3 billion. Tietoevry’s shares are listed on the NASDAQ exchange in Helsinki and Stockholm, as well as on Oslo Børs. www.tietoevry.com (WPMI) — Outokumpu Stainless battled in court for years and has now successfully argued it overpaid in property taxes - taxes that went to local school districts local schools must now pay back nearly $3.4 million to the steel company the Mobile County Public School Board signed off on paying Outokumpu $3.1 million but it's something that the circuit court judge said that we had to do," said school board member Sherry McDade School board members say the millions they have to pay now is money already spent Outokumpu protested and appealed in court tax assessments for 2015-2018 "That $3.1 million is a big hit for us especially for the schools in my district," said McDade "What could you use $3.1 million to do if you were a school system we're not very happy about having to do this because we depend on local taxes," said school board member Don Stringfellow The settlement agreement between the Mobile County Board of Equalization and Outokumpu also impacts other school systems in Mobile County and Chickasaw City Schools must pay nearly $47,000 Outokumpu has filed other tax appeals that have not been settled yet assessments for 2019-2022 are currently being audited and they will "negotiate a similar settlement" after they learn the results according to the settlement agreement reached for 2015-2018 assessments any future reimbursement would be in the "form of future tax credits" not cash payments "We want to be a good partner with all the companies and they hire our kids but we really depend on the monies that they give as a result of taxes," said Stringfellow The Mobile County Revenue Department must also pay Outokumpu $601,000 Outokumpu has finalized study on emerging nuclear technology seeks external investors to complete the project   Outokumpu has been investigating the opportunity to enhance low-carbon energy availability with emerging nuclear technology the company has conducted a feasibility study to evaluate the possibility to build a small modular reactor (SMR) near the company’s largest stainless steel plant in Tornio confirming the project’s feasibility with no significant obstacles to building an SMR Outokumpu is now seeking external parties that would be interested in investing in the project and developing it further independently The feasibility study included the investigation of possible technical solutions and legislative implications as well as environmental impacts on the identified location surrounding the Outokumpu Tornio site in Finland The study showed that sufficient technical readiness in SMR reactor technology exists already today and the Tornio region offers further advantages for a potential SMR project such as the availability of sea cooling water due to colder climate Finnish nuclear legislation is undergoing changes which are expected to support development opportunities for nuclear power in the country.   “The feasibility study results are very positive and support the further development of an SMR project completing the study is a demonstration of interest to ensure possibilities offered by emerging nuclear technology are explored Whilst we have made a strategic decision not to diversify our business to energy production we look forward to handing over the project to a partner interested in continuing the project and investing in this area,” says Stefan Erdmann Chief Technical Officer at Outokumpu.   Decarbonizing heavy industries is a prerequisite for reaching carbon-neutrality in Europe and this requires significant amounts of clean energy Nuclear plays an important role in the energy production mix in Finland by providing baseload and electricity price stability hence supporting industrial electrification and new clean transition investments such as carbon capture & utilization (CCUS) SMRs offer a quicker and more flexible solution for strengthening Finland’s energy supply compared to traditional “Electricity plays a central role in Outokumpu’s decarbonization strategy and ensuring increased and stable supply has strategic importance Electrification of production processes to cut emissions or new initiatives in CCUS all require increased amounts of electricity Participating in energy development projects such as SMR with an offtake agreement is in our interest and it further enables other CCUS partners to co-locate to our Tornio site due to the unique opportunity for all partners to combine biogenic waste streams (CO2) with carbon-free electricity to generate new green products such as bio-chemicals or bio-fuels,” highlights Erdmann.    Energy accounts for roughly 10% of Outokumpu’s cost base and Outokumpu is the largest purchaser of electricity in Finland Outokumpu is in the forefront of reducing carbon dioxide emissions in the steel industry.  Inside information: Outokumpu signs a ten-year off-take agreement with Greenland Resources Inc to ensure access to a critical raw material in Europe the global leader in sustainable stainless steel has signed an off-take agreement with Canadian mining company Greenland Resources Inc for the future supply of a strategically important raw material at competitive prices The agreement covers approximately 8 million pounds of molybdenum per year (value approximately USD 160 million at current market prices) representing roughly half of the annual need for Outokumpu The company’s total raw material procurement Greenland Resources Inc owns the Malmbjerg project a world class primary molybdenum deposit in East Greenland with a feasibility study and an objective to achieve commercial production this decade The commencement of the off-take obligation is subject to the satisfaction of customary terms and conditions The off-take agreement supports Outokumpu to further decarbonize and continue its long-term strategy for sustainable and cost-competitive value-chain integration The agreement provides Outokumpu with a solid base load of molybdenum for business area Europe The company aims to strengthen its position within advanced materials and molybdenum is a critical raw material for the production of specialty stainless steel “Europe is heavily reliant on imports for many critical raw materials and the dependence creates vulnerabilities due to geopolitical factors and supply chain disruptions Europe is the second largest molybdenum user worldwide and has had no production of its own The cooperation with Greenland Resources allows us to get access to low-emission molybdenum from Greenland which strengthens our supply chain of critical raw materials and reduces our Scope 3 emissions at competitive prices This further strengthens our long-term raw material availability and our investment in a junior nickel mine project in Canada” “We are delighted to partner with Outokumpu with the long-term supply of molybdenum oxide which at current market prices would represent a value of approximately USD 1.6 billion over ten years This constitutes a critical milestone for our company towards achieving commercial production Our two companies share similar sustainability values and commitment to responsible mining The high-quality molybdenum ore and low-emission processing at Malmbjerg are ideally suited to secure long-term supply for Outokumpu's specialty steel products” Greenland Resources Inc is supported by the European Institute of Innovation and Technology (EIT) European Raw Materials Alliance (ERMA) and Finnvera in Finland Outokumpu signs a letter of intent with Greenland Resources Inc. to strengthen the future supply chain of low-emission high-quality molybdenum | Outokumpu Investors: Linda Häkkilä, Head of Investor Relations Outokumpu invests in a biocarbon plant in Germany to further reduce its direct emissions is constantly looking for ways to further reduce climate impact throughout its value chain Efforts to replace fossil raw materials with economically viable alternatives is a key element in this journey The company has decided to invest EUR 40 million for building up a high quality biocarbon production plant in Germany Approximately EUR 10 million of the capital expenditure is included in the CAPEX frame related to Outokumpu’s second strategy phase and the company remains committed to maintaining the maximum CAPEX frame of EUR 600 million between 2023–2025 The plant will be built in the city of Sassnitz in the state of Mecklenburg-Vorpommern in Northeastern Germany utilizing existing infrastructure and buildings at the Mukran Port The planned annual production capacity is 15,000 tonnes of biocarbon(1 using waste wood as raw material The commissioning of the site is scheduled for the first half of 2026 The new plant will provide feedstock material for biocoke to Outokumpu’s pelletizing plant in Tornio which is on schedule and expected to be completed mid-2025 Biocoke is used as a reductant in Outokumpu’s ferrochrome production Approximately 50% of Outokumpu’s direct emissions could be reduced by replacing fossil coke with biocoke Investments towards cutting these emissions are essential to prepare Outokumpu to reduce future costs as the free carbon allowances in the European Emissions Trading System are potentially phased out in the future.  “We are proud that our stainless steel has the lowest carbon footprint in the industry(2 and we are progressing steadily towards our target to reduce our emission intensity across our direct indirect and supply chain emissions by 42% by 2030 from a 2016 base year biocoke represents the best available technology to decrease our direct emissions and we are investigating also other innovations as well as the use of carbon capture technology to achieve further reductions,” says Stefan Erdmann Outokumpu has established a roadmap to build up future supply for biocoke and it consists of a mixture of own production Outokumpu can further develop the production process side stream gas utilization and end-product side stream gases will be used at the plant in the Mukran Port to generate heat and electricity which offers a financially attractive business case and higher value use for the biomass.  “Biomass-based raw materials offer exciting possibilities for Outokumpu to cut direct emissions I’m proud of our team’s innovative thinking in developing an industrial concept that ensures technical readiness and financial viability for the new investment driving progress in the green transition today We want to take an active role in developing the biocoke market which will give us scale-up and new business opportunities also going forward unit responsible for building up biocoke supply and investigating new technologies and investments opportunities in carbon capture and new energy projects at Outokumpu Investors: Linda Häkkilä, Head of Investor Relations +358 40 753 7374 or Outokumpu media desk HELSINKI FINLAND Advance votes for the regional elections being counted on election day has emerged following the municipal and regional elections Due to a mishandling by Finland’s postal service 60 advance ballots intended for Outokumpu arrived too late to be included in the official vote count The mistake was traced to a sorting error that left the advance voting envelopes in a roll cage with an incorrect delivery schedule Though they reached the local distribution centre on the Friday before election day the ballots were not delivered to the central election committee in time Finnish election law requires that all advance ballots arrive by 7 p.m on the Friday preceding election Sunday to be counted Posti acknowledged the error and attributed it to human oversight in the sorting process “We began investigating the issue immediately and followed the Ministry of Justice's guidance in handling the ballots,” said Mikko Hoikkala head of production for postal services at Posti stressing the company’s commitment to strict handling procedures for election materials have been archived at Outokumpu City Hall and will not be opened or included in the final results secretary of the central election committee in Outokumpu the excluded votes could have influenced the outcome “If roughly half were cast in the municipal election there is a possibility they would have had some impact,” he said With only a few votes sometimes separating candidates a block of 60 ballots holds potential electoral weight The Ministry of Justice confirmed the seriousness of the mistake “This is a rare and significant error,” said Arto Jääskeläinen “Posti’s handling of advance ballots has typically been exemplary I cannot recall an error of this magnitude happening before.” The Ministry and Posti will continue to investigate the incident The incident was first reported by the local newspaper Outokummun Seutu Advertisement inquiries and other after-sales issues: info@helsinkitimes.fi Helsinki Times is the first and only English language newspaper providing news about Finland in English A weekly print edition of Helsinki Times was published from March 2007 up until Feb Helsinki Times is an online-only publication and other groups and individuals interested in Finland from all around the world © Helsinki Times All rights reserved.  Terms of Use | Privacy Policy were usually associated with poor indoor air “We were guided to the volatile organic compounds by smell,” says Assistant Professor Riikka Kietäväinen from the University of Helsinki and sulfate (black dashed line) concentration profiles and location of the Outokumpu Deep Drill Hole site Sizes of the gas composition charts are relative to the gas/water ratio using thermal desorption-gas chromatography mass spectrometry,” Kietäväinen adds “We studied the possible role of microbes in the formation or degradation of these VOCs by analysing genomic data on the microbial community,” says Senior Scientist Mari Nyyssönen of VTT and the results of the study show that these VOCs bring new kinds of opportunities to the microbial dinner table,” Nyyssönen adds “This study has moved us a step closer to understanding the interactions between the organic and inorganic domains Research at the borehole will continue,” Kietäväinen and Nyyssönen state Microbial potential for anaerobic production and degradation of VOCs detected at five sampling depths in the Outokumpu deep subsurface according to metagenomic sequence analysis Only genes with published evidence for anoxic VOC metabolism are shown — Communications Earth & Environment Naturally occurring volatile organic compounds in deep bedrock groundwater Communications Earth & Environment (open access) ex-NASA Space Station Payload manager/space biologist Devon Island and Everest Base Camp veteran the Geological Survey of Finland drilled the Outokompu borehole which currently reaches a depth of 2,516 meters as a geo-laboratory for scientific researchers various international groups have studied the hole’s seismic researchers at the University of Helsinki and VTT Technical Research Centre of Finland extracted samples of gases and microbes providing a rare look into VOCs in crystalline bedrock and the ancient water contained within Their work located VOCs at depths from 500 to 2,300 meters VOCs constitute a diverse array of carbon-containing substances produced by over 600 bacterial and 300 fungi species Natural subterranean non-methane carbon production from VOCs remains poorly understood a neglected topic compared to methane or human-driven carbon contributions a vast estimated microbial biomass is buried deep in the subsurface which may play a much more significant role in the global carbon cycle than previously realized The researchers’ discoveries help enrich scientists’ understanding of subterranean air quality and Earth’s carbon cycle The work revealed that bacteria and fungi integrate into the VOC cycle by both producing and breaking down the compounds also impacted the concentration and composition of the compounds like aromatic hydrocarbons and sulfur compounds enabled the researchers to locate the compounds easily deep below the Earth “We were guided to the volatile organic compounds by smell,” says Assistant Professor Riikka Kietäväinen from the University of Helsinki Analyzing the multitude of compounds hiding in the Outokumpu deep drill hole researchers located more than 40 different VOCs and dimethylsulfide were the predominant compounds in the mix “We studied the possible role of microbes in the formation or degradation of these VOCs by analyzing genomic data on the microbial community,” says Senior Scientist Mari Nyyssönen of VTT Multiple pieces of evidence suggest the VOCs represent an indigenous development in the Outokumpu deep drill hole Previous research into the hole’s fluid flow and residence time indicates that the fracture systems are isolated The 500-meter minimum depth minimizes the chance of groundwater contamination High concentrations of these compounds in underground environments can have corrosive effects causing concern for geothermal wells and underground nuclear waste storage The research team’s new paper “Naturally Occurring Volatile Organic Compounds in Deep Bedrock Groundwater,” appeared on January 31 Ryan Whalen covers science and technology for The Debrief. He holds an MA in History and a Master of Library and Information Science with a certificate in Data Science. He can be contacted at ryan@thedebrief.org, and follow him on Twitter @mdntwvlf Outokumpu’s stainless steel helps to build a more sustainable infrastructure with up to 75% lower carbon footprint compared to the global industry average Outokumpu supports its customers’ green transition with verified environmental data – new stainless steel environmental product declarations published with lower carbon footprint To support its customers’ targets to reduce their carbon emissions from supply chain has published new environmental product declarations (EPDs) that provide externally verified environmental data on its stainless steel products Outokumpu is driving the green transition by providing stainless steel with up to 75% lower carbon footprint compared to the global industry average* Outokumpu’s products reduced our customers’ emissions globally by 12 million tons compared to the global average of stainless steel Low-carbon emission stainless steel has a pivotal role in the green transition The entire steel sector accounts for around 10% of global greenhouse gas emissions yet society will require significant amounts of energy and steel also in the future steel industry emissions need to be reduced by 90% compared to 2022 levels “Outokumpu aims to be its customers’ first choice in sustainable stainless steel These externally verified EPDs help to improve data transparency in the stainless steel value chain and make it easier for our customers to choose materials that help them to reduce their carbon emissions We at Outokumpu see the EPDs as an important opportunity to communicate the impact of our products in a highly transparent way” Vice President for Sustainability at Outokumpu The EPDs are a standardized** way of providing data about the environmental impacts of a product The published EPDs cover three stainless steel product groups: austenitic the EPDs will cover both cold and hot rolled stainless steels totaling the number of EPD documents to six The EPDs give information on a wide range of environmental impact indicators including carbon emissions The calculations are based on vast lifecycle analysis that cover the stainless steel lifecycle from raw material extraction to manufacturing as well as end-of-life processing and recycling potential “The global demand for low carbon footprint materials is expected to grow We are answering the demand by publishing these EPDs that provide even more specific data than before by covering a wider variety of stainless steel grades Even though these new EPDs are not directly comparable to our previous ones we can see that the carbon footprint of our stainless steel continues to be among the lowest in the industry” which cover a wide perspective on the environmental impact of Outokumpu’s products Outokumpu also provides product carbon footprint calculations Both data sources provide Outokumpu’s customers verified and transparent data that help them to calculate their supply chain emissions *) Outokumpu stainless steel CO₂ emissions (2023): 1.52 kg CO₂e per kg of stainless steel Global average CO₂ emissions (2023): 7 kg CO₂e per kg of stainless steel (Outokumpu’s calculation based on data provided by CRU worldstainless and Kobolde & Partners AB) **) The process for verification and establishing the validity of an EPD is in accordance with EN ISO 14025 and ISO 21930 standards Read more: Environmental product declarations | Outokumpu Copyright © ChemAnalyst - 2020 | Terms & Conditions | Privacy Policy Alfa Laval and SSAB in collaboration to reduce emissions at Laakso Joint Hospital in Helsinki is partnering with Alfa Laval and SSAB to deliver innovative plate heat exchangers to Laakso Joint Hospital project in Helsinki Finland – with up to 60 percent lower product carbon footprint* The City of Helsinki and the Helsinki University Hospital (HUS) will reform the Laakso Hospital area in Finland by 2030 and the construction project sought for energy-efficient and low-emission heat transfer solution for its new cooling system The new equipment provided by Alfa Laval incorporates both Outokumpu Circle Green® stainless steel and SSAB Zero™ steel to achieve significant reductions in carbon emissions and highlights the impact of cross-industry collaboration “The demand for green steel is expected to surge significantly within the next years Decarbonization is not just a goal anymore – it's a necessity requiring companies to invest and implement energy-efficient and low-emission technologies We need Nordic likeminded frontrunners such as our long-term partner Alfa Laval President for Business Line Advanced Materials at Outokumpu.   The installation of five Alfa Laval’s plate heat exchangers at Laakso Joint Hospital during 2025 will enable operational savings and reduced emissions in the upstream value chain.  “This collaboration serves as a model for how local initiatives can have a global impact pushing the boundaries and scaling up the usage of low-emission materials” Vice President Energy Division at Alfa Laval Circle Green was the first innovation of its kind on a global scale with up to 93% lower carbon footprint compared to the global industry average** and with a product-specific footprint calculation for every delivery more than 40 leading companies from various industry sectors in Europe and Asia are using this solution to reduce their carbon footprint “We have significantly lowered the carbon footprint of our stainless steel by using renewable and low-carbon energy and optimizing our production processes for maximum efficiency Stainless steel is the primary material used in the core of the plate heat exchanger Its key properties – corrosion resistance and efficient heat transfer – make it ideal for this application and for the hospital’s needs and share knowledge to achieve better results” *) Based on global average emission factors for stainless steel and carbon steel according to Ecoinvent LCI database compared with the specific claims on Outokumpu Circle Green® and SSAB Zero™ **) Global average carbon footprint of stainless steel (2024): 7 kg CO₂e per kg of stainless steel (Outokumpu’s calculation based on data provided by CRU Outokumpu Circle Green CO₂ emissions: down to 0.5 kilos of CO₂e per kg of stainless steel.  The ability to make the most of what we have is more important than ever we’re innovating the industries that society depends on and creating lasting positive impact We’re set on helping billions of people to get the energy we’re decarbonising the marine fleet that’s the backbone of global trade.  steel is an indispensable raw material for the future – but can it ever become carbon neutral with the ability to be re-used again and again “The world is undergoing a profound industrial revolution aimed at significantly reducing environmental impact,” says Johann Steiner Executive Vice President for Sustainability Strategy and People at stainless-steel manufacturer Outokumpu So what does this mean for the future of steel Outokumpu recently commissioned a study that takes a comprehensive look at the future of the industry – while also considering the necessary changes in society. The Future of Steel study was conducted by the Swedish consultancy Kairos Future and its results suggest five decisive changes that should lead the industry into a new era One thing is clear: the steel industry must evolve and adopt new strategies Climate policy measures such as CBAM are a direct response to changes in the geopolitical situation The focus must always be on long-term stability for the sector although this is becoming more difficult due to increasing global uncertainties and tensions it is crucial for steel manufacturers to take a critical look at their own supply chains and identify potential risks to remain competitive and resilient in the long term indirect and supply chain) by 42 per cent by 2030 Open image viewerSixty advance voting envelopes were misplaced (file photo) 18:26A serious election error has been discovered in Outokumpu where 60 advance votes from the April election were not counted Advance votes cast as absentee votes for Outokumpu from elsewhere in Finland were misfiled by the mail delivery firm Posti and not delivered to the Outokumpu Election Board in time Postal workers discovered the envelopes on the Monday after the 13 April election and notified the local election board but by then it was too late for them to be counted The envelopes had arrived at the Outokumpu distribution point on the Friday before the election Open image viewerThe old mining town of Outokumpu is located in eastern Finland OpenStreetMapThe delayed votes could not be included in the election vote count advance vote envelopes must be received by the election board by 7pm on the Friday before election Sunday in order to be counted the error was due to a human error in sorting expressed regret for the mistake and said that an investigation was immediately launched when it was discovered "We contacted the Ministry of Justice and acted in accordance with its instructions The late envelopes were delivered to the Outokumpu Election Board," Hoikkala said The delayed voting envelopes will be archived at Outokumpu City Hall – unopened admitted that that number of votes could have had an impact on the outcome of the elections one candidate was elected to the municipal council with just 33 votes Director of the Electoral Administration at the Justice Ministry told Yle that ballot problems such as the Outokumpu case are very rare Posti's handling of advance voting has been exemplary so far "If 60 votes are left out of the election results that can be considered a serious error," Jääskeläinen said the Ministry of Justice and the postal service will continue investigating the case Meanwhile three complaints have been filed with the Turku Administrative Court regarding the results of the municipal and regional elections in Southwest Finland The complaints focus on the municipal elections in Naantali and Kaarina as well as the regional election for the Southwest Finland wellbeing services county The Southwest Finland district of the Finns Party is demanding a recount of the regional election results as it believes that the result was so narrow that a recount could provide it with additional votes The Finns Party lost one of its six seats on the county council to the Centre Party by a 16-vote margin Just over four percent of the votes cast in the Southwest Finland regional election were rejected The Finns Party is also demanding a correction of the results of the Kaarina municipal elections where one of its candidates voted for himself on election day but was reported as having not received any votes from that district several other voters also said they voted for the candidate 15 votes were found for the candidate that had been counted among those of another Finns Party candidate Since the votes went to candidate of the same party the error should not affect the election result EY advises Outokumpu in divesting Mexican branch distribution business Asking the better questions that unlock new answers to the working world's most complex issues AI insights CFO agenda EY Center for Board Matters Podcasts Webcasts Case studies EY helps clients create long-term value for all stakeholders our services and solutions provide trust through assurance and help clients transform EY.ai - A unifying platform Strategy, transaction and transformation consulting Technology transformation Tax function operations Climate change and sustainability services EY Ecosystems EY Nexus: business transformation platform Experienced professionals EY-Parthenon careers Student and entry level programs Talent community our purpose is building a better working world The insights and services we provide help to create long-term value for clients Confident CEOs embrace corporate transformation mindset using M&A and technology to navigate challenges and create long-term value Outokumpu expects to complete the divestment within the next several weeks The transaction will be carried out as an asset sale where Prominox acquires the ongoing branch distribution business operations and related customer base The divestment is a natural step for Outokumpu in line with their strategy to dedicate more resources to the strategic areas of the Americas (Mexico and U.S.) Outokumpu's other operations in Mexico are not affected by the divestment Financial terms of the transaction were not disclosed EY supported Outokumpu in the transaction with a cross-border deal team comprising professionals from Mexico and Finland. More information can be found on Outokumpu’s press release of the member firms of Ernst & Young Global Limited Inside information: Outokumpu appoints Kati ter Horst as President and CEO of Outokumpu Outokumpu Corporation has today appointed Kati ter Horst (MBA Econ.) as President and CEO as of October 9 She will be located in Outokumpu Corporation’s headquarters in Helsinki ter Horst joins Outokumpu from Belgian company Aliaxis S.A. where she has held the position of Divisional CEO EMEA since 2022.  She has been a member of the Outokumpu Board of Directors since 2016 and Vice Chairman since 2022 she will resign from the Board at the end of September 2024.  “Kati ter Horst has a strong track record in process industries and extensive international leadership experience from complex business environments Outokumpu’s Board of Directors is confident that she is the right person to lead the company ahead her experience as an active and respected member of the Board of Outokumpu over the past 8 years is an additional advantage Her long background with the company provides her profound knowledge and understanding of Outokumpu's business as well as commitment to company strategy I am very pleased to welcome Kati as the new President & CEO of Outokumpu,” says Kari Jordan Chairman of the Board of Directors of Outokumpu Corporation “Outokumpu stands tall as a global pioneer in sustainable stainless steel spearheading innovation and catalyzing the green transition in societies Thanks to the transformation that has been carried out during the past years the company is financially stronger than ever I'm truly honored and excited to get the opportunity to lead Outokumpu into the next phase of our industry's evolution as its global frontrunner I’m fully committed to Outokumpu’s strategy and excited to take it forward” says Kati ter Horst.    ter Horst are available in the attachments to this release.   Change in Outokumpu Leadership Team: Rolf Schencking appointed as President Outokumpu has appointed Rolf Schencking (M.Sc business line Advanced Materials and member of the Outokumpu Leadership Team as of October 1 “We are pleased to announce the appointment of Rolf Schencking as Thomas Anstots’s successor Schencking has extensive experience in the metal industry as well as thorough understanding of the steel market and advanced materials sector His expertise will be a valuable asset to Outokumpu and we warmly welcome him to the Leadership Team I also want to express our warmest thanks to Thomas Anstots for his service and commitment and wish him all the best for his retirement,” says Heikki Malinen “Outokumpu’s long legacy and track record of innovations inspire me and I am excited to join the global leader in sustainable stainless steel I look forward to this opportunity to lead Outokumpu’s advanced materials operations and to strengthen the company’s global market leadership in advanced products with my expertise and experience,” says Rolf Schencking where he has held the position of Chief Technology Officer since 2018 he worked at various metal companies in the aluminum industry He will report to the President and CEO of Outokumpu and be based at Outokumpu’s office in Krefeld Schencking’s CV and photo are available in the attachments to this release Outokumpu and SSAB have entered into a strategic cross-industry collaboration to integrate low-emission steel into Alfa Laval’s plate heat exchangers using SSAB Zero™ steel and Outokumpu Circle Green® stainless steel This partnership reduces the product’s carbon footprint by up to 60 percent* and exemplifies how local initiatives can drive global impact As part of the Laakso Joint Hospital project a new hospital complex under construction in Helsinki these heat exchangers will provide an energy-efficient heat transfer solution for the new cooling system aiming to maintain a low carbon footprint throughout the product life cycle The new Helsinki hospital is committed to ambitious climate goals incorporating life cycle considerations from the planning and implementation stages through to construction and maintenance “Our heat exchangers already contribute to reducing our customers' emissions during operation we are also decreasing emissions in their upstream value chain,” says Julien Gennetier ”This collaboration serves as a model for how local initiatives can have a global impact pushing the boundaries and scaling up the usage of low-emission materials This results in the lowest carbon footprint ever measured for an Alfa Laval gasketed plate heat exchanger.” Alfa Laval has a long history of cross-industry collaboration with recent projects involving both Outokumpu and SSAB this marks the first instance of all three companies working together “This is one more great step towards a more sustainable future We are proud to work with companies like Alfa Laval and Outokumpu since our goal is to build a fossil-free value chain together with our partners and customers The SSAB ZeroTM steel is made using recycled steel and by using fossil-free energy during the production the fossil carbon emissions are virtually zero,” says Tony Harris “Decarbonization is not just a goal anymore – it's a necessity And there we need Nordic likeminded frontrunners to drive the progress” President for Business Line Advanced Materials at Outokumpu.  The installation of five Alfa Laval Concept Zero™ TL10 gasketed plate heat exchangers at Laakso Joint Hospital in 2025 will enable operational savings and reduced emissions in the upstream value chain “Sustainability has played an important role in the Laakso Joint Hospital project with ambitious life cycle goals that have been considered at every phase of the project from design and engineering to construction and maintenance of the buildings Sharing this deeper understanding with key suppliers and being able to install solutions that not only provide efficient cooling for the hospital but that also have a lower carbon footprint is a great contribution to our mission” says Property Manager Antti Hyökki at the Real Estate Limited Company Laakso Joint Hospital *Based on global average emission factors for stainless steel and carbon steel according to Ecoinvent LCI database compared with the specific claims on Outokumpu Circle Green® and SSAB Zero™ we’re innovating the industries that society depends on and creating lasting positive impact Alfa Laval is a leading global provider of first-rate products in the areas of heat transfer We’re set on helping billions of people to get the energy we’re decarbonizing the marine fleet that is the backbone of global trade We pioneer technologies and solutions that enable our customers to unlock the true potential of resources As our customers’ businesses grow stronger the goal of a truly sustainable world edges closer The company is committed to optimizing processes and driving progress to support customers in achieving their business goals and sustainability targets and annual sales were SEK 66.9 billion (5.8 BEUR) in 2024 www.alfalaval.com Alfa Laval (ALFVY) has announced a strategic collaboration with Outokumpu and SSAB to integrate low-emission steel into its plate heat exchangers. The partnership, utilizing SSAB Zero™ steel and Outokumpu Circle Green® stainless steel, reduces the product's carbon footprint by up to 60 percent. The initiative is part of the Laakso Joint Hospital project in Helsinki, Finland, where five Alfa Laval Concept Zero™ TL10 gasketed plate heat exchangers will be installed in 2025. These heat exchangers will provide energy-efficient heat transfer solutions for the new cooling system while maintaining a low carbon footprint throughout the product lifecycle. This marks the first collaboration between all three companies, though Alfa Laval has previously worked with both Outokumpu and SSAB separately. The project demonstrates how local initiatives can drive global impact in reducing emissions and advancing sustainable industrial solutions. Alfa Laval (ALFVY) ha annunciato una collaborazione strategica con Outokumpu e SSAB per integrare acciaio a basse emissioni nei suoi scambiatori di calore a piastre. La partnership, che utilizza l'acciaio SSAB Zero™ e l'acciaio inossidabile Outokumpu Circle Green®, riduce l'impronta di carbonio del prodotto fino al 60 percento. L'iniziativa fa parte del progetto Ospedale Laakso a Helsinki, Finlandia, dove nel 2025 saranno installati cinque scambiatori di calore a piastre guarniti Alfa Laval Concept Zero™ TL10. Questi scambiatori forniranno soluzioni di trasferimento di calore ad alta efficienza energetica per il nuovo sistema di raffreddamento, mantenendo un'impronta di carbonio ridotta durante l'intero ciclo di vita del prodotto. Questa rappresenta la prima collaborazione tra tutte e tre le aziende, sebbene Alfa Laval abbia precedentemente lavorato con Outokumpu e SSAB separatamente. Il progetto dimostra come le iniziative locali possano avere un impatto globale nella riduzione delle emissioni e nel progresso di soluzioni industriali sostenibili. Alfa Laval (ALFVY) ha anunciado una colaboración estratégica con Outokumpu y SSAB para integrar acero de bajas emisiones en sus intercambiadores de calor de placas. La asociación, que utiliza acero SSAB Zero™ y acero inoxidable Outokumpu Circle Green®, reduce la huella de carbono del producto en hasta un 60 por ciento. La iniciativa forma parte del proyecto Hospital Laakso en Helsinki, Finlandia, donde se instalarán cinco intercambiadores de calor de placas con juntas Alfa Laval Concept Zero™ TL10 en 2025. Estos intercambiadores proporcionarán soluciones de transferencia de calor eficientes en términos de energía para el nuevo sistema de refrigeración, manteniendo una baja huella de carbono a lo largo de todo el ciclo de vida del producto. Esta es la primera colaboración entre las tres empresas, aunque Alfa Laval ha trabajado previamente con Outokumpu y SSAB por separado. El proyecto demuestra cómo las iniciativas locales pueden generar un impacto global en la reducción de emisiones y en el avance de soluciones industriales sostenibles. 알파 라발 (ALFVY)는 아우토쿰푸 및 SSAB와 전략적 협력을 발표하여 저배출 강철을 판형 열교환기에 통합합니다. SSAB Zero™ 강철과 아우토쿰푸 Circle Green® 스테인리스 강철을 활용하는 이 파트너십은 제품의 탄소 발자국을 최대 60%까지 줄입니다. 이 이니셔티브는 핀란드 헬싱키에 있는 라악소 공동 병원 프로젝트의 일환으로, 2025년에는 다섯 개의 알파 라발 Concept Zero™ TL10 개스킷 판형 열교환기가 설치될 예정입니다. 이 열교환기는 새로운 냉각 시스템을 위한 에너지 효율적인 열 전달 솔루션을 제공하며, 제품 생애 주기 전반에 걸쳐 낮은 탄소 발자국을 유지합니다. 이 프로젝트는 세 회사 간의 첫 번째 협력으로, 알파 라발은 이전에 아우토쿰푸와 SSAB와 각각 작업한 경험이 있습니다. 이 프로젝트는 지역 이니셔티브가 어떻게 글로벌 영향력을 발휘하여 배출량을 줄이고 지속 가능한 산업 솔루션을 발전시킬 수 있는지를 보여줍니다. Alfa Laval (ALFVY) a annoncé une collaboration stratégique avec Outokumpu et SSAB pour intégrer de l'acier à faibles émissions dans ses échangeurs de chaleur à plaques. Le partenariat, utilisant l'acier SSAB Zero™ et l'acier inoxydable Outokumpu Circle Green®, réduit l'empreinte carbone du produit jusqu'à 60 %. L'initiative fait partie du projet hôpital Laakso à Helsinki, en Finlande, où cinq échangeurs de chaleur à plaques à joint Alfa Laval Concept Zero™ TL10 seront installés en 2025. Ces échangeurs fourniront des solutions de transfert de chaleur écoénergétiques pour le nouveau système de refroidissement tout en maintenant une faible empreinte carbone tout au long du cycle de vie du produit. Cela marque la première collaboration entre les trois entreprises, bien qu'Alfa Laval ait précédemment travaillé séparément avec Outokumpu et SSAB. Le projet démontre comment les initiatives locales peuvent avoir un impact global sur la réduction des émissions et l'avancement de solutions industrielles durables. Alfa Laval (ALFVY) hat eine strategische Zusammenarbeit mit Outokumpu und SSAB angekündigt, um emissionsarmen Stahl in seine Plattenwärmetauscher zu integrieren. Die Partnerschaft, die den SSAB Zero™ Stahl und den Outokumpu Circle Green® Edelstahl nutzt, reduziert den CO2-Fußabdruck des Produkts um bis zu 60 Prozent. Die Initiative ist Teil des Laakso Gemeinschaftskrankenhausprojekts in Helsinki, Finnland, wo 2025 fünf Alfa Laval Concept Zero™ TL10 Dichtungsplattenwärmetauscher installiert werden. Diese Wärmetauscher bieten energieeffiziente Wärmeübertragungslösungen für das neue Kühlsystem und halten gleichzeitig einen niedrigen CO2-Fußabdruck während des gesamten Produktlebenszyklus aufrecht. Dies ist die erste Zusammenarbeit zwischen allen drei Unternehmen, obwohl Alfa Laval zuvor bereits getrennt mit Outokumpu und SSAB gearbeitet hat. Das Projekt zeigt, wie lokale Initiativen globale Auswirkungen auf die Reduzierung von Emissionen und die Förderung nachhaltiger industrieller Lösungen haben können. LUND, Sweden, March 31, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Alfa Laval, Outokumpu and SSAB have entered into a strategic cross-industry collaboration to integrate low-emission steel into Alfa Laval's plate heat exchangers, using SSAB Zero™ steel and Outokumpu Circle Green® stainless steel. This partnership reduces the product's carbon footprint by up to 60 percent* and exemplifies how local initiatives can drive global impact. As part of the Laakso Joint Hospital project, a new hospital complex under construction in Helsinki, Finland, these heat exchangers will provide an energy-efficient heat transfer solution for the new cooling system, aiming to maintain a low carbon footprint throughout the product life cycle. The new Helsinki hospital is committed to ambitious climate goals, incorporating life cycle considerations from the planning and implementation stages through to construction and maintenance. Alfa Laval has a long history of cross-industry collaboration, with recent projects involving both Outokumpu and SSAB. However, this marks the first instance of all three companies working together. "This is one more great step towards a more sustainable future. We are proud to work with companies like Alfa Laval and Outokumpu, since our goal is to build a fossil-free value chain together with our partners and customers. The SSAB ZeroTM steel is made using recycled steel and by using fossil-free energy during the production, the fossil carbon emissions are virtually zero," says Tony Harris, Head of SSAB Europe. "Decarbonization is not just a goal anymore - it's a necessity, requiring companies to invest and implement energy-efficient and low-emission technologies, such as heat exchangers, to accelerate the green transition. And there we need Nordic likeminded frontrunners to drive the progress," says Rolf Schencking, President for Business Line Advanced Materials at Outokumpu.  The installation of five Alfa Laval Concept Zero™ TL10 gasketed plate heat exchangers at Laakso Joint Hospital in 2025 will enable operational savings and reduced emissions in the upstream value chain. *Based on global average emission factors for stainless steel and carbon steel according to Ecoinvent LCI database compared with the specific claims on Outokumpu Circle Green® and SSAB Zero™. According to ISO 14067, considering cradle-to-grave. we're innovating the industries that society depends on and creating lasting positive impact We're set on helping billions of people to get the energy we're decarbonizing the marine fleet that is the backbone of global trade As our customers' businesses grow stronger www.alfalaval.com This information was brought to you by Cision http://news.cision.com https://mb.cision.com/Public/905/4127745/99c9959ee09771d8.pdf Alfa Laval Outokumpu and SSAB announce new collaboration to reduce emissions at Laakso Joint Hospital in Helsinki Alfa Laval press release 20250331 https://news.cision.com/alfa-laval/i/laakso-joint-hospital,c3393020 View original content:https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/alfa-laval-outokumpu-and-ssab-announce-new-collaboration-to-reduce-emissions-at-laakso-joint-hospital-in-helsinki-302415330.html Outokumpu and Alfa Laval have entered into a strategic cross-industry collaboration to integrate SSAB and Outokumpu’s low-emission steel into Alfa Laval’s plate heat exchangers This partnership reduces the product’s carbon footprint by up to 60%* and exemplifies how local initiatives can drive global impact The City of Helsinki and Helsinki University Hospital (HUS) will reform the Laakso Hospital area in Finland by 2030 The new equipment provided by Alfa Laval incorporates both SSAB Zero™ steel and Outokumpu Circle Green® stainless steel to achieve significant reductions in carbon emissions and highlights the impact of cross-industry collaboration Laakso Joint Hospital will become one of four major hospital areas in the Helsinki region The project has set ambitious environmental targets for energy efficiency embodied carbon emissions and lifecycle costs The installation of five Alfa Laval Concept Zero™ TL10 gasketed plate heat exchangers at Laakso Joint Hospital during 2025 will enable operational savings and reduced emissions in the upstream value chain By using fossil-free energy during production The heat exchangers combine SSAB Zero™ steel in the frames and pressure plates and Outokumpu’s Circle Green® stainless steel in the channel plates The steel industry accounts for about 7-9% of global CO2 emissions and with heat exchangers consisting mainly of steel reducing the carbon footprint of these units is crucial Alfa Laval.” This collaboration serves as a model for how local initiatives can have a global impact pushing the boundaries and scaling up the usage of low-emission materials.” *) Based on global average emission factors for stainless steel and carbon steel according to Ecoinvent LCI database compared with the specific claims on Outokumpu Circle Green® and SSAB ZeroTM Outokumpu to expand the use of robotics in safety management – first ANYmal robot “Jokkeri” started operating at the company’s site in Tornio started to utilize artificial intelligence and safety inspection robots a year ago to improve and digitize the company’s facilities’ health and safety monitoring The deal was signed with a Swiss robotics company ANYbotics in early 2023 followed by the first ANYmal robots arriving at Outokumpu’s sites in Krefeld the use of robotics is now expanding to Finland with the first robot starting its operations at the company’s ferrochrome plant in Tornio ANYmal robotics supports Outokumpu’s vision of achieving the lowest accident frequency rate in the industry by 2025 “Use of AI and robotics for safety management is one of the cornerstones of our safety strategy ANYbotics’ robot technology is helping us to increase safety by reducing employee exposure to hazardous substances and environments optimize production through preventive maintenance decrease environmental impacts and to collect data Our estimation in 2023 was that by transferring inspection tasks to the robot employees’ exposure time to hazardous substances could have reduced by more than 80% and possibly hazardous repairs in maintenance by 20% We have taken good steps forward and we are excited to implement robotics into our ferrochrome business as well” Outokumpu now has three robots operating at its sites – Rosie in Germany and Jokkeri in Finland – with multiple daily tasks the robot is working to reduce the time employees must spend in acid areas during inspections with a total of 90 inspection points per shift the robot currently has comparable tasks with the one in Sweden with an aim to inspect both the furnace and the insulation areas in the near future The ANYmal robots use a simultaneous localization and mapping (SLAM) method with Lidar sensors to detect obstacles and follow predefined routes and inspection points Pioneering robotics in ferrochrome business Outokumpu’s Ferrochrome plant was the first operational unit in Tornio there are approximately 230 people working at the plant and three submerged arc furnaces (SAF) two sintering plants and a coke drying unit with a total annual ferrochrome production capacity of 530 kilo tonnes Safety plays an essential role at the plant where several process industry safety hazards are present and hazardous chemical compounds require special attention the robot is focusing on reducing personnel exposure to noise and vibration when measuring temperatures from different bearings and gearboxes and by checking conveyor belt positioning to see that they are running in correct positions Introducing the robot in Tornio is a further step towards an even safer environment and increasing the efficiency of routine processes this robot technology is only one part of the technical innovations for safety Valto 360-dimensional view of the factory makes it possible to walk inside the factory and get acquainted with the equipment locations without physically visiting the area” driverless transport systems and collaborative robots (Cobots) to improve safety and productivity The long-term strategy is to invest in new technologies and to create intelligent plants where people and machines collaborate hand in hand Autonomous robotic inspection solutions - ANYbotics The Finnish stainless steel producer Outokumpu is investing in a biocarbon plant in Sassnitz on the German island of Rügen the plant is to turn waste wood into 15,000 tonnes of biocarbon per year The facility is scheduled to start operating in the first quarter of 2026 The new facility will leverage existing infrastructure and buildings at the Mukran Port It is to deliver the biocarbon as feedstock for biocoke to Outokumpu’s pelletising plant in Tornio which is on schedule and expected to be completed by mid-2025 biomass is converted into biocarbon using pyrolysis before being pelletised into biocoke in the second stage Biocarbon can be used as a substitute for fossil coal or energy sources in different stages of stainless steel production The company plans to use the biocoke as a reductant in the production of ferrochrome as an ideal site for its project thanks to its excellent logistical ties to Finland and Central Europe "Side stream gases" produced in the pyrolysis process are to be used to generate heat and electricity "which offers a financially attractive business case and higher value use for the biomass" Outokumpu underlined that it was constantly looking for ways to reduce CO2 emissions throughout its value chain "Efforts to replace fossil raw materials with economically viable alternatives is a key element in this journey." The company said that replacing fossil coke with biocoke could reduce roughly half of its direct CO2 emissions Investments towards reducing these emissions were essential for Outokumpu to cut costs as free carbon allowances in the European Emissions Trading System (ETS) would be potentially phased out in the future "We are proud that our stainless steel has the lowest carbon footprint in the industry indirect and supply chain emissions by 42 per cent by 2030 from a 2016 base year biocoke represents the best available technology to decrease our direct emissions and we are investigating also other innovations as well as the use of carbon capture technology to achieve further reductions,” commented Stefan Erdmann Customer Service+49 7224 9397-701servicenoSpam@GO-AWAYeuwid.de Editorial Team+49 7224 9397-0recyclingnoSpam@GO-AWAYeuwid.com Get the latest news about developments and trends in the industry sent to you once a week free of charge by newsletter Sign up for our newsletter We use cookies and external services on our website others enhance your user experience or help us improve this website You can change your privacy settings any time by clicking privacy policy Necessary cookies are required for the correct functioning of the website Content from video and social media platforms is blocked by default. 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You can find more information on the individual external services in our privacy policy Outokumpu’s production sites in Europe certified by ResponsibleSteel as the first steel manufacturer in the Nordics has received the ResponsibleSteel certification* for all its manufacturing sites in Europe ResponsibleSteel has set the global standard for the entire steel industry on sustainable steel sourcing and production Outokumpu becomes the first steel company in the Nordics to receive the global ResponsibleSteel certificates* for all seven of its sites and operations in Finland Outokumpu has been a member of the ResponsibleSteel initiative since 2019 The achieved certification enables the company to evaluate and strengthen its sustainability work further and drive the steel industry forward “The ResponsibleSteel Standard is highly needed to provide a systematic framework to evaluate sustainability of steel holistically While steel industry accounts for 7–9% of global greenhouse gas emissions at the same time it plays a pivotal role in the green transition Outokumpu has an ambitious climate commitment to keep global warming at 1.5 degrees Beyond that we are committed to the UN Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights across our value chain and follow the highest standard for ethical business conduct social and governance topics and drives companies' sustainability work forward in all these areas We are extremely proud to receive the certificate as the first mover in the Nordics enabling us to create value for our customers by supporting them to choose sustainably produced stainless steel with a third-party validation” The standard covers key ESG aspects of companies’ operations – taking into consideration the impacts on areas including climate and biodiversity “Outokumpu has already set a near-term science-based target to reduce emissions from all three scopes by 42% by 2030 compared to 2016 This site certification process has provided a tool for Outokumpu to develop its sustainability work and its transparency in line with best practice on ESG for the steel industry The next step will be progress level certification and we look forward to working with Outokumpu as we develop Decarbonization Progress Levels specifically for stainless steel sites to enable them to work towards certified steel” the ResponsibleSteel Standard provided a tool to evaluate and strengthen the company’s sustainability work through an ambitious industry-level framework with a beyond-compliance approach The process was conducted at Outokumpu’s sites in Finland “The ResponsibleSteel certification is both about the process and the result including for example site-specific self-assessments with related audits and on-site interviews with workers and contractors we received excellent feedback on our achievements especially on decarbonization and our efforts to ensure a good and safe place to work The process also helped us to identify further actions to build on our sustainability ambition – such as those related to stakeholder engagement social responsibility as well as biodiversity and water management across our value chain It also increased credibility and transparency of our overall sustainability work” *) The ResponsibleSteel is an independent and externally audited certification standard The standard is the first in the world for steel enabling the steel industry to improve and communicate about the sustainability aspects of their operations and products to customers and other stakeholders The certification process is documented with a public summary of the key findings Read more: https://www.responsiblesteel.org/certification/ Outokumpu’s audit report summaries for Outokumpu’s Business Lines Stainless Europe and Advanced Materials: Issued Certificates | ResponsibleSteel   +358 40 753 7374 or Outokumpu media phone +358 40 351 9840 / e-mail media(at)outokumpu.com Toronto-based Greenland Resources (CBOE:MOLY) has inked an agreement to supply European steel giant Outokumpu (HEL:OUT1V) with molybdenum from its flagship Malmbjerg Project for 10 years.  Greenland will supply 8 million pounds of molybdenum each year which equates to about 25% of the first 10 years of production from the Malmbjerg Project Molybdenum oxide is trading at around US$21 ($33) per pound valuing the total 80 million pounds of material at roughly US$1.68 billion at the current price.  Outokumpu will help Greenland to secure capex financing Outokumpu Chief Financial Officer Marc-Simon Schaar says Europe is heavily reliant on imports for many critical raw materials and the dependence creates vulnerabilities due to geopolitical factors and supply chain disruptions Europe is the second largest molybdenum user worldwide and has had no production of its own,” he says.  “The cooperation with Greenland Resources allows us to get access to low-emission molybdenum from Greenland which strengthens our supply chain of critical raw materials and reduces our scope three emissions at competitive prices Molybdenum is a critical metal used mainly in steel and chemicals According to the International Molybdenum Association and the European Commission Steel Report around 576 million pounds of molybdenum was produced globally in 2021.  as the second largest steel producer in the world consumes about 24% of global molybdenum supply Steel-dependent industries like automotive construction and engineering account for around 18% of the European Union’s US$16 trillion GDP Greenland Resources executive Chairman Ruben Shiffman says the offtake agreement is a critical milestone for the company towards reaching commercial production.  “The high-quality molybdenum ore and low-emission processing at Malmbjerg are ideally suited to secure long-term supply for Outokumpu’s specialty steel products,” he says.  Outokumpu is the largest producer of stainless steel in Europe and the second largest producer in the Americas Write to Angela East at Mining.com.au  Pacgold 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Please upgrade your browser to improve your experience and security DN Media Group's journalists have no role in the production and publication of this content The content is produced by DN Media Group's commercial department or the customer themselves Leading exploration companies and OEMs work with Outokumpu to develop solutions based on our stainless steel and nickel-base corrosion resistant alloys (CRAs) Through the vital combination of corrosion resistance and high strength reduced risk and the increasingly important factor of sustainability Typical upstream applications for our CRAs include subsea pipelines while they are also found in a variety of topside applications Our CRA portfolio covers a wide span from traditional stainless steels through the more sophisticated duplex grades to nickel-base alloys for the harshest and most demanding applications they are available in a variety of product forms such as the manufacture of Mechanically Lined Pipe (MLP) or Flexible Pipe This portfolio is supported by our team of oil and gas technical experts who can assist with materials selection; from initial concept The aim is to ensure a cost-effective solution to meet even the most complex technical specifications The safety-critical nature of the industry demands that we demonstrate the quality of our alloys with certifications such as NORSOK and NACE This means our customers can have confidence in the traceability and consistent high quality of our production Just as important as performance are logistics This is where Outokumpu’s decades of experience as a trusted partner around the world truly pays off for customers as we can call on multiple supply routes to ensure continuity of supply And project size is never an issue – we regularly deliver orders as small as 50 tons or as large as 5,000 tons Sustainability is now a major driving force in the oil and gas industry Some companies have set their objectives to achieve net zero operations by 2050 while others are facing increasingly stringent governmental regulations it’s likely that carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions embedded in materials will become as important as price and lead time That is why we have already put ourselves ahead of the curve as Outokumpu products come with certified data that enables customers to calculate the carbon footprint of their projects the upstream industry has not developed a mechanism that places a financial value on carbon footprints processes and data to help customers navigate their own sustainability challenges Click here for further information on Outokumpu's oil and gas products The SPV FinnAust Mining Finland holds licences including the Hammaslahti project and the Outokumpu copper project in Finland Metals One has signed a share purchase agreement with 80 Mile to acquire the entire issued share capital of FinnAust Mining Finland The SPV holds several licences including the Hammaslahti copper-zinc project and the Outokumpu copper project in Finland both of which are associated with historic copper mines The acquisition will expand Metals One’s exposure to copper in a Tier-1 jurisdiction 80 Mile will retain all rights to any industrial gases Metals One plans to drill test Hammaslahti later this year after identifying significant sulphide mineralisation and will advance geophysical surveys at Outokumpu in preparation to drill Metals One CEO Jonathan Owen said: “This is an exciting time for Metals One the company is preparing to advance these two highly prospective copper exploration projects Considering the historical expenditure on the licences we believe significant value appreciation can be achieved with relatively modest exploration spend.” Board changes are anticipated following the completion of the transaction 80 Mile will have the right to appoint a director to the board of Metals One provided it holds at least 10% of the voting rights The transaction is pending consent from the net smelter royalty holders on the licences and regulatory approval in Finland which is not currently expected to be formally required 80 Mile managing director Eric Sondergaard said: “This divestment marks a key milestone for 80 Mile as we sharpen our focus on emerging energy commodities “While the copper assets in Finland hold strong potential our retained rights over industrial gases allow us to continue participating in any upside from future discoveries in this evolving sector.” The Hammaslahti project is known for its volcanogenic massive sulphide mineralisation with historical production yielding significant amounts of copper Drilling by 80 Mile has revealed extensions to the ore body with high-grade massive sulphides identified The Outokumpu copper project is situated along the Outokumpu Copper Belt with six drill-ready targets identified that could potentially host high-grade copper deposits adjacent to the former operating mine In July 2021, Bluejay divested its Paltamo and Rautavaara nickel, zinc, copper and cobalt projects in Finland to Metals One Finnish steelmaker Outokumpu has stopped purchasing nickel from the Onça Puma mine operated by a Vale subsidiary in the Serra dos Carajás region The end of the partnership followed suspicions of contamination of the Cateté River by heavy metals This river flows through the Xikrin do Rio Cateté Indigenous Land in Parauapebas The breaking of ties is highlighted in the report “Seeking for Justice – Monitoring report on the human rights impacts of Outokumpu’s value chain in Pará, Brazil” The document was released on December 3 by the Finnish organization Finnwatch Finnwatch monitors human rights violations in global supply chains.   In 2021, Repórter Brasil and Finnwatch published an investigation into the social and environmental impacts of the project on the Xikrin people Among the most serious issues identified was the contamination of the Cateté River by heavy metals according to indigenous people and researchers.   “Outokumpu has made significant changes to its human rights responsibility work,” said Sonja Finér She noted that the Finnish state-owned company had implemented systematic processes for social and environmental responsibility Finér also acknowledged that “Vale has also taken steps forward in this regard.”   Other European and Asian multinational companies in the metals and steel sectors have not followed Outokumpu’s example and continue to purchase nickel from the mine Vale denies being responsible for the contamination of the Cateté River attributing it to the “natural mineralization” of the region and pesticide runoff Vale’s subsidiary responsible for the mine also stated that it considers its relationship with the Xikrin people to be “healthy” and believes this sentiment is mutual.  Read the companies’ responses and the full report here used in the production of stainless steel and rechargeable batteries Vale’s subsidiary focused on nickel and copper production Among the mine’s buyers in 2023 were multinationals from Italy The Xikrin people blame Vale for the contamination of the Cateté River with heavy metals The river was once used by the approximately 2,000 indigenous people for drinking water and fishing “The river is dead,” said an anonymous Xikrin person quoted in the report and we can’t do anything [in the river] anymore.”   The legal battle between the Xikrin and Vale has been ongoing since at least 2011 the indigenous people pointed to a lack of participation in the environmental licensing process for the mine Court settlements led to compensation payments to local inhabitants and resulted in the closure of civil lawsuits a legal action regarding Vale’s role in the contamination of the Cateté River remains open.   Vale and VBM should adhere to the principles of the United Nations (UN) regarding business and human rights and identify and develop policies to manage issues related to these topics.   and Environment Group (GTEMA) of the Federal University of Pará (UFPA) “there is no longer any doubt regarding the responsibility of the Onça Puma project in contributing to the contamination of the Cateté River.”   UFPA researchers found that “100% of individuals are contaminated with at least one heavy metal and iron are present in some individuals at frightening levels.”   Vale cites a 2017 report commissioned by the Brazilian court to argue that a direct causal link between the mine and the river pollution could not be established The company also claims to have monitored the water quality of the Cateté River since 2005 and acknowledged that some measurements showed pollutant concentrations exceeding legal limits attributing the findings to the region’s natural mineral characteristics.   local reports gathered by Repórter Brasil and Finnwatch indicate that indigenous people have been forced to abandon traditional fishing and hunting practices becoming dependent on financial compensation from Vale to purchase processed foods This shift has led to an increase in obesity and diabetes.   Finnwatch recommended that Vale implement a cleanup of the Cateté River with active participation from the Xikrin people and improve its consultation and transparency processes The organization also emphasized the need for additional studies to confirm the cause of the river’s pollution.   The Finnish organization also recognized the progress made by Vale since 2021 when the social and environmental impacts were first revealed Vale refused to comment on the conflict to Finnwatch We hope that the company’s increased transparency and its engagement with customers will help resolve the issues affecting the Xikrin’s future,” said Sonja Finér.   The report also calls for more effective actions from the Brazilian government in protecting indigenous rights and greater international involvement in denouncing abuses and preserving the Xikrin’s territory and way of life.   “The company’s customers must encourage Vale/VBM to take active steps to improve the environment and 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Connecting decision makers to a dynamic network of information, people and ideas, Bloomberg quickly and accurately delivers business and financial information, news and insight around the world The materials will be shipped to Tesla’s assembly factory in Austin, marking a major product shift for Outokumpu, the people said, asking not to be identified because the contract is private. The Helsinki-based company is Europe’s largest producer of stainless steel, and is well known for working with automakers on exhaust systems. Customer ReferencesOutokumpu welds together a stronger marketing approach with Oracle EloquaThe stainless-steel producer aligns marketing and sales operations after gaining new digital capabilities with Oracle Eloqua Outokumpu is one of the forerunners of digital marketing in B2B manufacturing with great synergy in lead management across our numerous marketing programs.” With more than 100 years of experience in mining and metal production Outokumpu is a global leader in sustainable stainless steel the company is renowned for its high quality and boasts the widest product portfolio in the market It also has the lowest carbon footprint and highest levels of recycled content in the global steel industry To identify new business opportunities and to increase profitability across the globe Outokumpu needed a digital overhaul of its marketing and sales operations digital channels and processes played practically no part in Outokumpu’s marketing This meant a complete lack of tools and capabilities in digital marketing The marketing team did not have sufficient means to support sales in their efforts to acquire new business A further challenge was the diversity of stainless-steel products Outokumpu’s portfolio includes dozens of stainless-steel grades for various applications across different industries Outokumpu needed to reach the right buyer personas globally and make marketing more measurable and data driven The company also wanted to generate new leads for nurturing and create lead management processes that help unite the efforts of marketing and sales automated marketing efforts producing high-quality leads Marketing has become a function with significant added value The marketing team now has reasons to feel like true world-class professionals Outokumpu explored several marketing automation systems and shortlisted two of them which had proven capabilities for B2B companies and had a skilled integrator partner in Finland The company ultimately selected Oracle Eloqua for its better user interface and a lower overall price compared to the competition Outokumpu achieved unprecedented synergy in lead management across nurturing flows Outokumpu tapped Oracle Eloqua to build landing pages and lead scoring for its numerous marketing programs with email nurturing flows triggered by gated content on landing pages or on LinkedIn Outokumpu had some 20 marketing automation lead programs running on Eloqua The average unique open rate for nurturing emails was 39.05% which is 220% over the global industry benchmark while the average unique click-through rate was 7.74% Outokumpu’s marketing programs have generated over 7,000 marketing leads and more than 3,000 sales leads in a period of 12 months The sales pipeline volume generated by marketing increased 231% from 2020 to 2021 Outokumpu has achieved unprecedented synergy in lead management across nurturing flows with new article downloaders or webinar registrants benefiting from expertly designed content paths tailored to their interests These results are also an indication of the close cooperation between Outokumpu’s marketing and sales teams automated processes enabling the optimal use of resources Data-driven marketing specialist agency Luxid works with Outokumpu to build marketing programs across key target industries Outokumpu operates in the global stainless-steel market helping develop long-lasting and sustainable solutions for the world’s most critical challenges Outokumpu is the market leader for cold-rolled products Betolar’s new low-carbon shotcrete solution developed for production use at Outokumpu’s Kemi mine Betolar has developed a new mixed cement-based shotcrete solution based on CEM III standards for Outokumpu The solution is being taken into production use at Outokumpu's Kemi chrome mine Already have an account? 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