“This project underscores the trusted partnership between SSAB and SMS group. Together, we set new standards for sustainable steel production and technological innovations,” says Olaf Stalfort, chief security office region Europe at SMS group.

SMS group said the cold rolling complex will be able to process strip widths up to 1,900 mm with thicknesses ranging from 0.30 to 2.5 mm. They estimate an annual production capacity of about 1.3 million metric tons.

Key features include a pickling line/tandem cold mill with CVC® technology, galvanizing and annealing lines, and a recoiling and inspection line. Electrically heated DREVER furnaces will use induction and radiant tubes while DUMA-BANDZINK air knives will ensure precise coating thickness. AMOVA robotics, automation and digitalization solutions will enhance material flow, logistics, production efficiency, process stability and product quality.

The complex will also have an acid regeneration plant, roll shop, coil logistics and water treatment plants.