Tag: Outokumpu

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.

Outokumpu UK price rise

Citing an “extremely strongâ€? market and high mill loadings, the UK arm of Finnish stainless group Outokumpu has announced two successive price increases for cold rolled sheet, cold rolled coil, continuously produced plate (CPP) and quarto plate (QP).

Outokumpu ups alloy surcharge

Finland-based stainless steel producer Outokumpu will raise its alloy surcharge on grade 304 material to EUR 1,080 per tonne in June, an increase of EUR 106 per tonne on May's surcharge.

Meltshop production increase

Finland’s Outokumpu wants to increase production on its single 130tn electric arc furnace in England by 54%, which would bring the unit to full capacity, a company executive told SteelWEEK.

EU SS companies profits drop

According to Meps, the financial results reported by the main EU stainless steel companies for the latter part of 2005 were dreadful.

Mr Faxander leaves Outokumpu

Mr Olof Faxander, Executive Vice President – specialty stainless and member of the group executive committee, will leave Outokumpu on 28 February 2006 to take up the position of President and CEO of SSAB of Sweden.

Finland: ferritic stainless production

Outokumpu will start production of ferritic grade stainless steel in its integrated stainless steel production unit in Tornio, Finland.

Annual general meeting review

Outokumpu’s CEO Juha Rantanen has reviewed the company’s annual general meeting and describes the stainless steel market situation for Outokumpu as normal.

Outokumpu: new committee

Outokumpu has appointed a new Group Executive Committee, effective 1 April 2005.

Structural changes at Outokumpu

Outokumpu has outlined a new vision, modified its financial objectives and decided on a new organisational structure.

BSSA annual luncheon

The Annual Luncheon of the British Stainless Steel Association will be held in Sheffield, UK, on Wednesday 13 April 2005.