thyssenkrupp Materials Processing Europe takes over 2A-business from thyssenkrupp Stahlkontor

In a strategic step to further develop the thyssenkrupp Materials Services segment, thyssenkrupp Materials Processing Europe is taking over the 2A business from thyssenkrupp Stahlkontor as of October 1, 2024. This move is aimed at achieving greater efficiency for the entire segment through synergy effects.

thyssenkrupp Materials Processing Europe, a specialist in the service center sector, already trades in declassified cold-rolled strip and surface-coated material. By expanding its product portfolio to include declassified hot-rolled strip, the company will be able to offer its customers an even more comprehensive range from a single source. thyssenkrupp Stahlkontor will continue its other business activities unchanged.

 Marcus Wöhl, CEO of thyssenkrupp Materials Processing Europe, explains: “As the leading European service center for carbon steel, stainless steel and aluminum, we strive to offer our customers with a broad and high-quality product range. By integrating the entire portfolio of declassified materials, we will strengthen our offering and be able to respond more efficiently to customer needs.

As a leading steel and aluminum service centre, thyssenkrupp Materials Processing Europe serves processors from the automotive, electrical, construction and solar industries at ten locations in six countries. With its many years of expertise in procurement, consulting and prefabrication, the processing specialist provides tailor-made services and digital solutions for flat steel and aluminum to its diverse customer base throughout Europe.

About thyssenkrupp Materials Services

thyssenkrupp Materials Services is one of the world’s leading mill-independent materials distribution and service providers with around 380 locations – including around 270 warehouse sites – in more than 30 countries. In the 2022/23 fiscal year, the company generated sales of € 13.6 billion and earnings of € 178 million. The versatile range of services offered by the materials experts allows customers to focus even more strongly on their individual core businesses. As part of its strategic further development "Materials as a Service", the company is focusing on the supply of raw materials and materials as well as products and services in the area of supply chain management. Digital solutions ensure efficient and resource-saving processes for customers and thus provide the basis for sustainable action. From 2030 on, Materials Services will operate on a climate-neutral basis. 

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