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Event

European Electric Steelmaking Conference (EEC)

Location

Milan, Italy

Date

11 May 2026 - 13 May 2026

Venue

Milan Marriott Hotel

Booth

07

Join us at EEC 2026

The largest event for the electric steelmaking industry in Europe is taking place in Milan this year.

Connect with industry leaders and gain insights into the latest market trends and innovations. Engage with experts from around the world. Primetals Technologies will be represented by an excellent team and looks forward to welcoming you there and discussing the latest trends and challenges in electric steelmaking with you.

For further information about the event and for registration, please visit the official event website.

Visit Us at Our Booth

We would be delighted to welcome you to our booth!

Discuss with our experts: Our technology experts will be there to answer your questions about the latest industry trends, including low-carbon steel production, advanced process optimization, and the digitalization of all production-related processes.

Our Participation

Keynote Speeches

Primetals Technologies is proud to join this year’s event, offering expert insights into the electric steelmaking industry. Our team will present on the latest industry developments and topics shaping the future of metals production.

“Electrifying Steelmaking: Next-Level Performance with EAF Ultimate MOVE, EAF Quantum, and Breakthrough Innovations”

Presenter: Dr. Hans-Joerg Krassnig - Head of Electric Steelmaking
When: Monday, May 11, 11:10 a.m
Where: Washington Room (Milan Marriott Hotel)

“Green DRI-based EAF steelmaking – Feedstock, Design, and Operational Results”

Presenter: Deniz Catan - Head of Technology & Innovation (Electric Steelmaking)
When: Monday, May 11, 11:30 a.m
Where: Porta Room (Milan Marriott Hotel)

“Application of Modular Multilevel Converters in Electric Arc Furnace Systems”

Presenter: Paul Kusmierek - Electric & Automation
When: Monday, May 11, 3:30 p.m
Where: Washington Room (Milan Marriott Hotel)

“Closed-Loop Optimization for Energy Efficiency and Scrap Utilization in Steelmaking at Marcegaglia Sheffield”

Presenter: Andreas Rohrhofer - Electric & Automation
When: Monday, May 11, 4:30 p.m
Where: Parini Room (Milan Marriott Hotel)

“Hy4Smelt – Industrial Demonstration Project to Prove the Potential for Net-Zero Ironmaking by Combining Breakthrough HYFOR® and Smelter Technologies”

Presenter: Dr. Alexander Fleischanderl - CTO and Global Head of Green Steel
When: Tuesday, May 12, 11:20 a.m
Where: Parini Room (Milan Marriott Hotel)

“Valorization of EAF Slag & Dust for High-Value Applications: Challenges and Technological Solutions”

Presenter: Bernhard Voraberger - Converter Steelmaking
When: Wednesday, May 13, 8:50 a.m
Where: Washington Room (Milan Marriott Hotel)

“EAF versus Smelter + BOF – A Comparative Assessment for Low-Carbon Steelmaking”

Presenter: Dr. Gerald Wimmer - Head of Converter Steelmaking
When: Wednesday, May 13, 8:50 a.m
Where: Porta Room (Milan Marriott Hotel)

“Environmental Compliance and Energy Efficiency Strategies for Electric Arc Furnace Steelmaking"

Presenter: Paul Trunner - ECO Solutions
When: Wednesday, May 13, 9:30 a.m
Where: Washington Room (Milan Marriott Hotel)

Venue & Exhibition Plan

European Electric Steelmaking Conference (EEC) Floor Plan

Milan Marriott Hotel

Address:
Milan Marriott Hotel
Via Giorgio Washington 66
20146 Milano (MI) Italy

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Look Back

Priemtals Technologies Table Top at the ECC

June 3-7, 2024

EEC 2024 - Essen, Germany

More than 350 participants from around the world gathered in Essen in Germany to attend the 13th European Electric Steelmaking Conference 2024. The event focused on current technologies and developments in the field of electric steelmaking. The conference featured a comprehensive program with over 90 presentations covering topics such as electric arc furnace technologies, DRI/HBI melting, energy efficiency, and approaches to environmentally sustainable steel production. In addition to the technical sessions, the evening event and organized plant visits provided further opportunities for professional exchange and networking. An accompanying trade exhibition showcased a range of products and services related to electric steelmaking and facilitated additional discussions among participants.

In person

Electric Arc Furnace

Steelmaking

Green Steel

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