Strength of Steel newsletter

In the fast-moving world of steel, clear communication and quick decisions make all the difference. Our customer service teams are here to guide every order from start to finish — with flexibility, expertise, and a personal touch.

As the world moves toward carbon neutrality, new fuels demand new materials. Discover how Ovako’s R&D team is developing lean alloy steels that combine strength, corrosion resistance, and sustainability for tomorrow’s engines.

Leaded steels are being phased out, but machinability does not have to suffer. M-Steel offers the same or better performance, without the environmental drawbacks. With faster cutting speeds and longer tool life, it reduces overall machining costs. This is how you achieve efficiency, consistency and sustainability in one solution.

Our Competence Exchange Program with Nippon Steel and Sanyo Special Steel is creating new opportunities for colleagues in Sweden, Finland, and Japan. By sharing knowledge and experiences, we are strengthening collaboration, driving innovation, and building a stronger Ovako together.

Ovako’s FY2024 Sustainability Report shares our most ambitious progress yet. From hydrogen innovation and circular economy gains to stronger workforce and supply chain practices, we are raising the bar. With 97% recycled steel, 100% fossil-free power, and bold climate targets, we lead the path to Net Zero by 2045. Explore the highlights that shape a more sustainable tomorrow.

This summer, we’re celebrating five years of Strength of Steel — Ovako’s monthly deep dive into the people, processes, and progress transforming engineering steel. From next-generation materials like Hybrid Steel to pioneering fossil-free production using hydrogen, revisit the stories that have defined our journey toward cleaner, stronger, and smarter steelmaking.

Ovako is redefining fatigue performance with a new generation of ultra-clean steel. Through advanced research and innovation in micro-cleanliness measurement, IQ-Steel 2.0—starting with the new 805Q grade—delivers unmatched consistency and strength for the most demanding high-stress applications.

Ovako marks a major milestone on the road to zero carbon with the inauguration of a new energy-efficient furnace in Boxholm. The €5M upgrade cuts CO₂ emissions by 60% and boosts production—bringing us closer to a sustainable steel future.