This expansion is one of ArcelorMittal's largest projects in Brazil and underlines the company's commitment to quality, innovation and safety. With SMS group supplying the major equipment and technology, including the new annealing and galvanizing line and an additional rolling mill stand, the project enhances Vega’s capacity for high-strength steel production. The new CAL/CGL with a capacity of 640,000 t/year can process a wide range of steel strips for the automotive and household industries, supporting ArcelorMittal’s position as a leader in advanced steel solutions.

SMS group played a crucial role not only in this expansion but also in supplying the existing facility, highlighting the long-standing partnership between the companies. SMS group representatives attended the event, toured the new production lines and celebrated this advancement, which raises the standard of steel production and economic progress in Brazil. This expansion represents another chapter in the partnership between ArcelorMittal and SMS group, paving the way for innovation and progress that will benefit the market and society.