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Outokumpu ’ s unwavering commitment to sustainability
With more than a century of expertise in metals , technology and mining , and a vision to become the customer ’ s first choice in sustainable stainless steel , Outokumpu is honouring its heritage by continuously pushing the boundaries of possible in terms of decarbonisation . During a conversation with the Green Steel World , Dr . Max Menzel , Head of Sustainability and Technical Customer Service at Outokumpu , highlighted some key elements that set Outokumpu ’ s sustainability agenda apart and place the company at the forefront of the race against climate change .
By Lucija Kozina
“ Sustainable objectives have been high on Outokumpu ’ s agenda much earlier than the official movement kicked off . Owing to the fact that sustainability was always resonating with our values and was ever-present in our company ’ s vision , we are now reaping the rewards of our hard work ,” Dr . Max Menzel stated and set the tone for the rest of the conversation .
Outokumpu ’ s track record confirms his statement : Outokumpu Circle Green ®, their towards-zero stainless steel line has seen tremendous development since its launch in the summer of 2022 in terms of demand and customer interest . What makes Circle Green special , as Dr . Menzel kindly shared , is the fact that it is produced in the same facilities that have been used from the
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