ABB has secured three related contracts with SSAB to deploy automation, electrification, main stand motors and drives technologies in Borlänge, Sweden. ABB is part of a comprehensive reinvestment project at SSAB Borlänge’s current hot-rolling mill, supporting the steelmaker’s green transition goals. The reinvestment project will be carried out between 2024 and 2027.
SSAB’s sustainability ambition relies heavily on the stable production of the Borlänge mill, often known as the “heart” of its operations, running steel manufacturing since 1878. The decision to modernize Borlänge will secure its production stability, drive efficiencies and finance SSAB’s goal of transitioning to fossil-free steel production. Its continued operation is essential to facilitate the construction of a new SEK 50 billion fossil-free steel mill in Luleå, Sweden. With hot-rolling set to be moved to the new mill in Luleå, the hot-rolling mill in Borlänge is slated for decommissioning by 2030. ABB’s upgrade project will ensure its continued productivity and efficiency until that time.
“This collaboration underscores ABB’s unwavering commitment to supporting the steel industry’s transition towards a more sustainable future,” said Martin Björnmalm, Local Business Line Manager for Metals in Sweden, ABB Process Industries. “By optimizing operations at Borlänge we are proud to play a part in SSAB’s pioneering efforts to achieve fossil-free steel production.”
Mattias Gidlund, Principal Project Manager and Responsible for the Reinvestment project at SSAB, highlighted the importance of a trusted local partner: “ABB’s global expertise combined with their strong local presence were key factors in our decision. We are confident that their comprehensive solutions will ensure the continued success of the Borlänge mill and contribute significantly to our operations efficiency and production stability.”
