Swedish steelmaker SSAB has commissioned Germany’s SMS group to build a new cold rolling complex in Luleå with an annual capacity of 1.3 million metric tons. The facility will process strip widths up to 1,900 mm and thicknesses from 0.30 mm to 2.5 mm.

It will include a pickling line/tandem cold mill, a continuous galvanizing line, a continuous annealing and galvanizing line, and a recoiling and inspection line to meet rising demand for high-strength automotive steel. Auxiliary systems such as automation, digitalization, and quality control will enhance efficiency.

The project also includes an acid regeneration plant, roll shop, coil logistics, and water treatment facilities.