Vianode targets Asian battery market with JR Energy Solution deal

Oslo - The agreement covers potential deliveries from Vianode’s Via ONE plant in Norway, with future supply expected to transition to the company’s planned Via TWO facility in Ontario, Canada.

6. May 2026

MEPS: New steel investments and trade measures reshape global market

Sheffield - Global steelmakers continue to invest in new production capacity, downstream upgrades and decarbonisation projects, while Europe and the UK tighten trade protection measures.

6. May 2026

ArcelorMittal and EDF sign deal for major battery storage project in Bremen

Berlin - The planned battery system will provide 25 MW of power and 50 MWh of storage capacity, making it one of the largest battery storage projects in northern Germany.

6. May 2026

Zirkel Technologies targets DACH steel and metals distribution sector

Frankfurt - The company aims to target stockholding steel distributors, steel service centres and downstream processing companies.

4. May 2026

Supplier of the Year: Saab highlights HANZA’s delivery strength

Kista - Saab cited HANZA’s strong commitment, high delivery precision and continuous operational improvements as key factors behind the decision.

30. Apr 2026

Pomini Tenova and Ingersoll partner to expand roll grinder modernization

Catellanza - The agreement combines Pomini Tenova’s expertise as an OEM in roll grinders, engineering and digital solutions with Ingersoll’s advanced manufacturing capabilities and industrial footprint in North America.

30. Apr 2026

Middle East conflict tests global steel demand outlook, says MEPS analysis

Sheffield - Market participants across Europe, Asia and North America report rising cost pressures, particularly linked to energy, transport and logistics.

30. Apr 2026

ArcelorMittal supports circular truck design with low-CO₂ steels

Luxembourg - Daimler Truck’s reECONIC project, developed together with FAUN and a network of 30+ partners, explores how circular economy principles can be applied to heavy-duty trucks.

30. Apr 2026

Wuppermann opens advanced tube mill in Austria expanding premium capacity

Altmünster - The facility is designed to process advanced steel grades such as DP800, DP980 and 22MnB5, with tensile strengths of up to 1,000 MP.

29. Apr 2026

Global crude steel output declines in March, with regional divergence

Brussels - According to the World Steel Association (worldsteel), total output across 69 reporting countries reached 159.9 million tonnes, down 4.2% compared with March 2025.

27. Apr 2026

Germany’s crude steel output rebounds in Q1, recovery remains fragile

Berlin - Output reached around 9.3 million tonnes in the first three months of the year, up 9% year-on-year.

24. Apr 2026

German steel sector reacts to “AccelerateEU”, urges lower energy prices

Berlin - Kerstin Maria Rippel, Director General of the German Steel Federation, welcomed the Commission’s approach but stressed the need for effective implementation.

23. Apr 2026