Who we are

Primetals Technologies

We Pioneer the Future of the Metals Industry

We are pioneers at heart. We stand at the forefront of innovation for the global metals industry for our partners, customers, and communities, who expect us to push the boundaries of production for a sustainable world.

From the latest solutions for green steel production to digitalizing the entire production process, we forge a path toward sustainable production, ensuring the optimal solution for each producer. As a reliable service provider and supplier, the countless references in plant building and service partnerships demonstrate our commitment to our customers’ success and growth. From turnkey projects and new production lines to upgrades, engineering, and metallurgical services, we build close partnerships with our customers to ensure that their operations and profits remain sustainable.

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Our Mission

Visionary Goals, Mission-Driven Success

Our mission is to take on the challenges facing the metals industry. To anticipate, meet, and exceed the needs and expectations of our partners, customers, and communities. The Primetals vision is to be a pioneer and global leader in the metals industry, challenging ourselves to deliver groundbreaking, sustainable solutions.

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Our Vision

Pioneering Progress of Primetals Technologies

We stand at the forefront of innovation for the global metals industry for our partners, customers, and communities, who expect us to push the boundaries of production for a sustainable world.

More About Us

Primetals Technologies was founded on January 7, 2015, by Siemens, Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, and partners. Our solutions build on over 60 years of innovation in metals production. Our predecessors, Mitsubishi-Hitachi Metals Machinery and Siemens have significantly contributed to our company’s comprehensive, state-of-the-art portfolio. In early 2023, Mitsubishi Heavy Industries obtained full ownership of Primetals Technologies.

Who We Are

Our Leadership Team

Yoshiharu Ikeda

Chief Executive Officer

Board Member

Satoru Iijima

Director and Fellow Advisor

Board Member

Andreas Weinhengst

Chief Financial Officer

Executive Management

Alexander Fleischanderl

Chief Technology Officer

Executive Management

Masashi Yoshikawa

Co-Chief Technology Officer

Executive Management

Andreas Viehböck

Head of Upstream Technologies

Executive Management

Ichiro Maeno

Head of Downstream Technologies

Executive Management

Hans-Jürgen Zeiher

Head of Electrics & Automation

Executive Management

Eberhard Karnitsch-Einberger

Head of Metallurgical Services

Executive Management

Norbert Petermaier

Head of Sales & Marketing

Executive Management

Quality and Responsibility

Supply Chain Management

Primetals Technologies expects to establish partnerships with our suppliers to execute world-class projects.

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Quality Management
& EHS

Primetals Technologies ensures the highest standards in quality, environmental, health, and safety practices.

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Compliance

Primetals Technologies ensures ethical business practices and adherence to global regulations.

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