FutureSTEEL congress discussed the future of the steel industry in Germany

This week, leading representatives from the steel industry, steel trade, energy sector and steel recycling met at the futureSTEEL Congress as part of Blechexpo in Stuttgart. The congress focussed on pioneering topics for the future of steel in Germany, particularly against the backdrop of emission-free steel production and processing.

Experts from the energy industry shed light on the prospects for future energy supply and discussed current efforts and challenges in the face of rising energy demand. The event provided insights into the efforts already being made to optimise energy consumption and switch to sustainable sources.

Another focus was on digitalisation in the steel industry, which is seen as a decisive factor for future development. The discussion centred on the steps required to integrate digital technologies in the areas of raw material procurement, processing and trading.

Particular attention was paid to practical approaches, which play a key role in the decarbonisation of the steel industry. Speakers emphasised the importance of innovation in raw material sourcing, processing and trading to make the industry more sustainable.

The futureSTEEL Congress at Blechexpo offered afterall a unique platform for exchanging ideas, discussing pioneering concepts and shaping a sustainable steel industry in Germany.