Initiatives and Developments

"Steel and Technology" is at once a philosophy and a way of life for Salzgitter AG.

Steel is more than just a material. We encounter it in every aspect of our lives, for it is infinitely adaptable. Let us show you some excerpts from the word of Salzgitter steel and introduce you to some typical projects, applications and joint initiatives.


SALCOS® - Our program for reducing CO2 in the steel production of the future

Together with external partners, the Salzgitter Group conducts research on new technologies in order to decrease CO2 in production processes – with a first approach at the group-owned Salzgitter steelworks and a larger perspective of fundamental applicability at every site with similar, so-called “integrated” steel production. The activities related to the direct avoidance of CO2 emissions (Carbon Direct Avoidance, CDA) in the steel production are subsumed under our program of SAlzgitter Low CO2 Steelmaking (SALCOS®).

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Initiative Automotive

Within the "Initiative Automotive" we bundle our professional competence and continuously work on further development of materials, processes and services. In close collaboration with our customers, we develop innovative concepts and ideas for the automotive construction. 

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Salzgitter Mannesmann Renewables

Salzgitter Mannesmann Renewables is your partner for construction projects in the field of renewable energy production. We supply high-grade steel products and system solutions that are tailored to the needs of our customers in the energy sector.

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Stahl-Informations-Zentrum

The Steel Information Centre is a joint association of the German steel industry. Geared to the market and applications it provides independent information on processing and using steel as a material.

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>>Bauforumstahl

Bauforumstahl e.V. is an independent advisory and knowledge transfer forum specializing in construction. As a joint undertaking by companies and organizations in the steel industry, function is to keep you informed of the potential applications and advantages of steel as a construction material.

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