Tenova Selected by Tata Steel

Tenova, a specialist in sustainable solutions for the metals and mining industries, has announced it has been chosen by Tata Steel Nederland, to develop a new state-of-the-art steel production line in IJmuiden, the Netherlands.

The contract will include engineering, supply, and advisory services for a three million tons Electric Arc Furnace equipped with Consteel® and Consteerrer®, the electromagnetic stirrer, developed in partnership with ABB. It will also comprise of the secondary metallurgy facilities (Ladle Furnaces and RH vacuum degassers) required to refine the liquid metal from the EAF to the quality needed to meet current operational specifications (high-quality steel for the automotive sector). Tenova say that the production equipment will be complemented by a range of innovative technologies aimed at minimizing the environmental impact of the new plant, including a Fumes Treatment Plant, a Waste Energy Recovery System, and a Dry Slag Granulation Unit.ENERGIRON®, jointly developed by Tenova and Danieli.

“Tenova's strategy of focusing on cost-effective and environmentally friendly technologies is paying off with customers like Tata Steel Nederland who are aligned with our priorities. From the outset of negotiations, our teams have worked with mutual esteem, resulting in a smooth cooperation and full agreement on technical and contractual aspects. We are honored to be part of Tata Steel Nederland's investment plan and to accelerate its path to decarbonization”, said Paolo Argenta, EVP for the Tenova Upstream Business Unit.

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