Gallatin Steel

Gallatin Steel is a joint venture between ArcelorMittal and Gerdau Ameristeel. Its flat steel manufacturing facility is located along the banks of the Ohio River in Gallatin County, Ky., USA.

Latest News

Nucor Completes Acquisition of Gallatin Steel

08 October 2014 - Nucor Corp. has closed on its purchase of all the equity of Gallatin Steel Co. for approximately US$770 million.

Nucor Acquisition Of Gallatin Steel Receives Regulatory Approval

02 October 2014 - The Federal Trade Commission has approved Nucor’s US$770 million acquisition of Gallatin Steel Co. and the closing is expected in approximately 10 days.

SMA Comments on Announced Nucor Acquisition of Gallatin Steel

16 September 2014 - The Steel Manufacturers Association (SMA) commented on the recent announcement that Nucor Corp. will acquire Gallatin Steel Co.

ArcelorMittal and Gerdau Agree to Sell Gallatin Steel Facility for US$770 Million

15 September 2014 - ArcelorMittal and Gerdau jointly announced today that they have entered into a definitive transaction agreement to sell their respective 50% interests in Gallatin Steel Co. to Nucor Corp. for a total cash consideration of US$770 million, subject to customary closing adjustments.

Nucor to Acquire Gallatin Steel

15 September 2014 - Nucor Corp. has entered into an agreement to purchase all the equity of Gallatin Steel Co. for a cash purchase price of approximately US$770 million.

Superior Machine to Upgrade Gallatin Steel's C Furnace

31 July 2013 - Superior Machine Co. of S.C., Inc. has been awarded a contract to supply and install the equipment to upgrade the C furnace at Gallatin Steel Co. in Ghent, Ky.

SMS Siemag to Supply Hydraulic Oscillation System to Gallatin Steel

12 November 2012 - Gallatin Steel, based in Ghent, Ky., has awarded SMS Siemag LLC of Pittsburgh, Pa., a contract to design and supply a hydraulic oscillation system to replace the originally supplied electro-mechanical system.

Nalco Program Reduces Water, Energy Usage at Gallatin Steel

22 April 2011 - Nalco helped Gallatin Steel’s mini-mill in Ghent, Ky., reduce its raw water use by 179 million gallons per year and decrease pump operations, saving 2.3 million kW·h of energy annually.

Gallatin Steel Receives Award for Excellence in Employee Health

14 July 2010 - Gallatin Steel has been recognized as one of the “Healthiest Companies in America” by Interactive Health Solutions for the third year in a row.

Gallatin Steel Announces New President, Organizational Changes

20 March 2009 - Gallatin Steel announces the promotion of Tobin Pospisil to the position of President.

Gallatin Steel Announces New President, Organizational Changes

20 March 2009 - Gallatin Steel announces the promotion of Tobin Pospisil to the position of President.

Industry Mourns Loss of Gallatin Steel President Don Daily

16 March 2009 - The North American Steel Industry is saddened by the passing of Gallatin Steel President Don B. Daily on Friday, March 13.

Industry Mourns Loss of Gallatin Steel President Don Daily

16 March 2009 - The North American Steel Industry is saddened by the passing of Gallatin Steel President Don B. Daily on Friday, March 13.

New Management System Supports Gallatin Steel Service, Safety Initiatives

04 June 2008 - Hyland Software's OnBase enterprise content management system helps Gallatin Steel achieve a number-one ranking in the service category of the Jacobson Steel Customer Satisfaction Survey for the first quarter of 2008.

Gerdau Ameristeel Reports 1st Quarter Results

04 May 2007 - Gerdau Ameristeel Corp. reported net income of $133.5 million on net sales of $1.3 billion for the three months ended March 31, 2007.

Gallatin Again Named One of the Best Places to Work in Kentucky

23 February 2007 - Feb. 23, 2007 — Gallatin Steel was announced as a winner in the third annual Best Places to Work in Kentucky competition sponsored by Humana, Inc. The program is a multi-year initiative designed to motivate companies in the commonwealth to focus, measure and move their workplace environments toward excellence.