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Salzgitter AG to Become Sole Shareholder of HKM from June 2026

Key highlights

Shareholder Agreement

Salzgitter AG and thyssenkrupp Steel have agreed on a new shareholder structure for HKM. Effective June 01, 2026, thyssenkrupp Steel will sell its shares in HKM to Salzgitter AG, making Salzgitter the sole shareholder.

Supply and Operations

Salzgitter AG will operate HKM under its sole responsibility but in a reduced scope. Slab supply to thyssenkrupp Steel is secured until 2028, two years earlier than previously planned.

Approval and Conditions

The agreement requires approval from Salzgitter AG's governing bodies and a positive assessment of a going concern report. Additionally, Vallourec S.A., the third owner, must agree to sell its shares to Salzgitter AG.

Financial Details

The financial terms of the agreement and the unbundling of existing contractual relationships will not be disclosed.