Jörg Dambock

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Primetals Technologies provides a comprehensive production line consisting of modern slab casting technology, automation, and digitalization solutions to Masteel in China. © Primetals

 
04/02/2026 – New 2-Strand Caster from Primetals Technologies

New 2-Strand Caster from Primetals Technologies

Maanshan Iron and Steel expands plant

Chinese steel producer Maanshan Iron and Steel Co., Ltd (Masteel) has awarded Primetals Technologies a contract for the engineering, supply, and startup ... By  Jörg Dambock
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Primetals Technologies receives the ‘Best of Industry’ award for their ‘Central Operation Cockpit’ (COC). © Primetals

 
04/02/2026 – Highly innovative system enables single-operator control of multiple plant sections

Highly innovative system enables single-operator control of multiple plant sections

Primetals receives ‘Best of Industry’ award for its Central Operation Cockpit solution

On January 22, 2026, Primetals Technologies was honored with the ‘Best of Industry’ award, presented by leading German industry media at an event in Würzburg, ... By  Jörg Dambock
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Inside the furnace. © SMS Group

 
03/02/2026 – SMS completes partial hearth repair in record time at Trinecké Železárny

SMS completes partial hearth repair in record time at Trinecké Železárny

Targeted partial hearth repair completed in just 42 days

SMS Group has successfully executed a partial hearth repair of blast furnace BF4 at Trinecké Železárny a.s. in the Czech Republic. The furnace, which ... By  Jörg Dambock
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Installed as a finishing unit after a reversing mill and 12 H/V stands, the Kocks Block is at the heart of the new 500,000t/a combined mill. © Kocks

 
30/01/2026 – RSB in regular production at Tata Steel in Jamshedpur

RSB in regular production at Tata Steel in Jamshedpur

Successful integration in India

Tata Steel, one of India's leading manufacturers of high-alloy, value-added steel, has successfully integrated Kocks' Reducing+Sizing Block “RSB 370++/4(5)” ... By  Jörg Dambock
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H.E. Dr Sultan Al Jaber, the UAE Minister for Industry and Advanced Technology, and Captain Mohamed Juma Al Shamisi, Group CEO and Managing Director of AD Ports Group launched Metal Park. © Metal Park

 
29/01/2026 – Khalifa Economic Zones - Abu Dhabi/UAE – Kezad Group

Khalifa Economic Zones - Abu Dhabi/UAE – Kezad Group

Metal Park: “pay-as-you-grow” metals ecosystem in Kezad

New integrated industrial operating model enables scalable growth for downstream metals manufacturers without heavy upfront capital investment By  Jörg Dambock
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Ahmedabad Production (Sanand Workshop), Gujarat, India. A strategic facility that strengthens the global supply chain, enhances our manufacturing capability and fulfill our commitments towards being a first class supplier. © SMS Group

 
28/01/2026 – SMS opens state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Ahmedabad (Sanand), India

SMS opens state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Ahmedabad (Sanand), India

Strengthening presence in growth market

With a grand opening ceremony on January 21, 2026, SMS group took a significant step forward in its international expansion strategy. This state-of-the-art ... By  Jörg Dambock
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Maximilian Fiedler is the new Regional Chief Executive Officer Asia/Pacific. © Schaeffler

 
27/01/2026 – Schaeffler appoints Maximilian Fiedler

Schaeffler appoints Maximilian Fiedler

New Regional Chief Executive Officer Asia/Pacific

Schaeffler announced the appointment of Maximilian Fiedler (38) as Regional CEO Asia/Pacific, effective January 1, 2026. In this role, he is also part ... By  Jörg Dambock