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)
