Thyssenkrupp Materials Processing Europe has signed an agreement with Stegra for the delivery of steel from Stegra’s site in Boden, Sweden.
The total tonnage of non-prime steel is expected to be in the high six-figures, with Stegra's supply expected to help Thyssenkrupp meet the needs of its customers across various European industries.
CEO of the Processing business unit at Thyssenkrupp Materials Services, Heather Wijdekop, said: "At Thyssenkrupp Materials Processing Europe, we have the customer base, the logistics capabilities and the processing network to handle these large amounts of steel.
“At the same time, we are also teaming up with Stegra to support the ramp-up of their large-scale facilities in Boden and their efforts to decarbonise the steel industry.”
Stegra is currently building a new steel production facility in Boden, Sweden, which will produce steel with green hydrogen from renewable electricity.
Due to the nature of the steel production process, steel mills produce a certain amount of non-prime steel that doesn’t meet the highest quality standards, but is still a strong and durable material.
Although Stegra’s Boden site uses only hydrogen and renewable electricity, the non-prime steel purchased by Thyssenkrupp Materials Services during the agreement will not be considered to be CO2-reduced.
Stephan Flapper, Head of Commercial at Stegra, added: “A partner for non-prime steel is important for the ramp up of our steel mill, and we see this as the start of a long-term partnership with Thyssenkrupp Material Services as a key player in the market.
“Together we can drive an even stronger pull for steel products made via the green hydrogen route.”
First deliveries are expected to start in 2027.
