Outokumpu, a global powerhouse in the stainless steel sector, has its roots in Finland but has significantly expanded its reach, including a notable presence in Germany. This company is acclaimed for its sophisticated production techniques and a steadfast dedication to delivering high-quality products.
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Outokumpu completes ramp down of Bochum melt shop
Outokumpu announced the completion of the Bochum melt shop ramp-down in Germany. The last melt was marked with a ceremony honouring over 100 years of stainless steel operations in Bochum that have now ended.
“Today is naturally a sad occasion, marking the end of an era of stainless steel production in Bochum, but a necessary measure to balance our production capacity in Europe.
New business head at Outokumpu
Outokumpu announced the appointment of Michael Williams as the president and head of Business Area Coil Americas and member of the Outokumpu Leadership Team as of 1 July 2015. Williams has over two decades of experience in the metals industry, including sixteen years at US Steel where he held a number of senior leadership positions, as well as the position of the CEO in Ormet Corporation, an aluminium company.
Outokumpu CEO elected chairperson of ISSF
The International Stainless Steel Forum (ISSF) elected Mika Seitovirta, Outokumpu CEO, as new chairperson at the organisation’s nineteenth Annual Conference in Hong Kong, China.
3WTC to have Outokumpu stainless steel facade
Finnish stainless steel manufacturer Outokumpu will deliver the façade material for the World Trade Center's third tower in New York City.
Outokumpu appoints president for APAC
Jan Hofmann has been appointed president of the APAC business area and member of the Outokumpu Leadership Team effective immediately.
Outokumpu’s high-chromium steel grade gains ground
Finnish Langh Group Cargo Solutions has chosen Outokumpu’s new high-chromium austenitic steel grade Outokumpu 316plusTM (Outokumpu 4420) in cold worked condition for their special transportation containers.
After a long-time study, Outokumpu’s Tornio plant has identified an appropriate mercury cleaning technology to reduce mercury emissions.