British Steel to invest £100m this year
(Posted on 17/03/21)
British Steel has announced that it is investing £100m this year to support the next stage of its transformation.
The company, which has returned to profit after being brought out of liquidation by Jingye Group 12 months ago, will focus the investment on improving its manufacturing operations and supporting clean growth.
Projects the money will help finance include a new billet caster, a scrap pre-heating facility, cranes and a new environmental emission control system.
Jingye Group CEO Li Huiming said: “We’re committed to building a long-term future for British Steel and thanks to the hard work and diligence of our new colleagues, the business is now on a more sustainable footing.
“Their skill and dedication has enabled British Steel to maintain safe iron and steel production throughout the pandemic, ensuring customers’ requirements were – and continue to be – fulfilled. I’m extremely grateful for their efforts, and for the way they’ve embraced and driven change during a challenging period for everyone, both personally and professionally.
“British Steel’s people and products are the reason Jingye is investing with such confidence.”
During its first year as a new business, British Steel achieved significant operational improvements, launched new products, introduced 24-7 operations at its Teesside and Skinningrove mills and resumed operational control of Immingham Bulk Terminal.
CEO Li said: “Moving into profitability was a significant milestone for the new business but we’re only at the start of our journey and still have many challenges to overcome, such as the exceptionally high raw material prices.
“However, British Steel is increasing production, reducing costs and growing into new markets, all of which is giving us a stronger platform upon which to build. We’re optimistic for the future and I’d like to thank customers, suppliers and stakeholders for their continued support.”
British Steel has also confirmed that its CEO, Ron Deelen, will step-down from his role at the end of March this year, although he will continue to work closely with the business and Jingye.
CEO Li said: “Ron has been an important and valued member of our team during the last year and we’re extremely grateful for his leadership throughout the sales process and beyond. I look forward to us continuing to work together on the ambitious plans for British Steel.”
Ron said: “With British Steel back in profit and starting to build a sustainable future, now is the time to pursue a new challenge. Jingye have proven themselves to be caring and responsible owners and I look forward to supporting them, and British Steel, on the next step of their journey together.”
British Steel President Xijun Cao, who will also assume the CEO role at the beginning of April, said: “I’m honoured to be leading the next stage of British Steel’s transformation and look forward to helping my colleagues build on their achievements during the last 12 months.”
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