Insight Day

09.00

Welcome

SSAB leaders talks about the latest development projects, innovations and decarbonized steels.

Presenters: Tony Harris, Per Elfgren, Misty Coles, Thomas Hörnfeldt and Anna Saura.

10.00

Coffee

Breakout sessions

Steel for a sustainable future

Steel innovations for road mobility

Innovations in steel processing and applications

Innovations and digital solutions in steel

How can low-emission steel improve competitiveness and support your business case

Low-emission steel is no longer just a regulatory requirement, it’s a competitive edge. This session showcases real-world business cases from various industries, illustrating how customers can enhance profitability, meet sustainability goals, and secure market leadership with green steel.

Presenters: Madhu Sayeenathan

Steel, EVs & market volatility: What’s next for the European road mobility industry?

As steelmakers and automotive suppliers rethink material strategies, this discussion explores how to mitigate supply chain risks while innovating in sustainable mobility.

Presenter: Erik Nymann

High power laser cutting

Until a few years ago, laser cutting machines were limited in power and were therefore limited to relatively thin materials. Although the cutting speed and cut edge quality were at a higher level compared to oxy-fuel and plasma cutting, today's high-power laser cutting machines offers new possibilities.

Presenter: Sedin Villic

Superior wear performance in structural applications with Hardox 500 Tuf

By utilizing the full potential of Hardox 500 Tuf we will show you the possibilities that this material brings in applications as buckets and tipper bodies.

Presenters: Johannes Westergren and Dan Forsström

How CBAM, ETS and trade are shaping the future of green Steel

The green steel transformation depends on both policy and market forces (e.g. CO₂ price). But with CBAM, ETS reforms, and rising trade barriers, how will customers be impacted? This session explores carbon pricing trends, EU trade measures and global trade tensions, helping you prepare for what’s next.

Presenters: Anton Källström and Matin Kanafi

Is recycled steel ready for the road? Comparing SSAB Zero™ and conventional steel in automotive

Sustainable materials are transforming automotive manufacturing—but can they deliver on performance and cost? Join this session for a data-driven comparison of SSAB Zero vs. conventional steel in automotive applications, with insights from early adopter OEMs.

Presenter: Jonny Bernhardt, Mercedes-Benz Cars (online) and Kenneth Olsson

Surface hardening for better wear components

With the right hardening of the surface, the service life can be significantly improved, enabling superior and more versatile wear components. Different methods will be discussed with special focus on laser hardening of Toolox, a solution that has proven to give huge benefits for different segments, such as process industry. 

Presenter: Jonas Gozzi and Marcus Augustsson

Taking mid size companies to the next level through automation and digitization

Mid size companies face many challenges. Recently, automation posibilities previously available only to large corporations are becoming affordable for mid size, family owned companies. These technologies help tackle many of those challenges and open to many new posibilities.

Presenters: Martin Kumar and Stephan Winkelbauer

Steel in clean energy: Transforming solar and wind into sustainable reality

Green energy plays a crucial role in decarbonizing the steel industry. Conversely, steel is essential for building durable and efficient energy infrastructure. This session explores the evolution of the solar and wind energy sectors and the opportunities they present for new innovations. Discover how advanced steel solutions enhance performance, longevity, and sustainability in clean energy applications.

Presenter: Markus Komulainen

Breaking the myths: Why steel can outperform aluminum in EV & ICE vehicles

A deep dive into crash performance, recyclability, cost-effectiveness, and production efficiency as steel is making a comeback. Discover the results of the Bertrandt study comparing steel versus aluminum for sill reinforcement profiles.

Presenter: Bertrandt company

Harnessing additive manufacturing: Success stories and strategies for enhanced performance and sustainability

Explore the critical steps to achieve AM's benefits. By focusing on specialized training and sustainable materials, companies can drive innovation and enhance production value. Attendees will gain insights from success stories showcasing improved performance, sustainability, and optimized supply chains through effective AM use.

Presenter: Jesper Vang

Smart digital technical tools; Learn what tools we offer and how to benefit from them

SSAB has developed digital technical tools for better and easier understanding how to process our steels. These tools does more than just provide SSAB recommendations, they are also providing the best practice recommendations dependent on the input from your behalf. Come and listen to SSAB experts on how these tools can be used and suit you in your production.

Presenters: Chelsie Dickson and Petter Eklöf

12.20

Lunch

When aesthetics meets sustainability: Future-proofing Nordic construction

Stricter carbon regulations and sustainability demands are reshaping the Nordic construction sector. Explore how low-emission, color-coated steel helps builders meet environmental targets while ensuring durability and design flexibility.

Presenter: Kaisa Ahvonen

Transforming vehicle design: Real-world success with advanced steels

Featuring real case studies from industry leaders, this session will show how steel innovation is delivering tangible performance benefits.

Presenter: Manuel Otto

Hardox^® HiTemp and Hardox^® HiAce is the ultimate wear plates for challenging environments

SSAB has introduced two advanced wear-resistant products to tackle wear in corrosive and high temperature environments.

Presenter: Jonas Allebert and Johan Myrsell

Pushing the boundaries of high strength structural steel

Get insight into how we push the boundaries of Strenx^® performance steels, making some of the highest grades used in the market. You will also learn how we facilitate using the materials properties to their full extent in applications.

Presenters: Magnus Carlsson and Johannes Westergren

Weathering steels: Redefining durability in bridges and infrastructure

Infrastructure longevity is a growing priority as cities and industries seek sustainable, cost-effective solutions. Weathering steels offer superior corrosion resistance, reducing maintenance needs while extending the lifespan of bridges, highways, and structural projects. This session explores the benefits of weathering steel, key design considerations, and real-world applications that demonstrate its impact.

Presenter: Erkki Krankkala

Materials for the EV Age: Tackling lightweighting and cost reductions with ultra high strength steel solutions for applications in electric cars and trucks

Focus on sustainability, battery protection, lightweighting, and performance challenges. Forming of martensitic steels – better than you think!

Presenter: Robert Ström and Jonas Adolfsson

Leading the way in civil protection for buildings and vehicles 

Join our seminar on civil protection featuring Armox^® and Ramor^® steels. Learn how these market-leading materials protect high-risk buildings and explore the latest advancements in protection steel technology. This event is essential for professionals in building design, security planning, and civil protection.

Presenter: Ludger Weichert

Steel and Innovation: Designing for the future with customer-focused development

SSAB continue to improve the customers availability of the latest findings in design and fabrication technology on high strength steels. Experience our technology offer on the web, the 3rd edition of The Design Handbook as well as some running R&D projects. Summarized: How SSAB strives to enhance the customers’ steel structure business through digital support.

Presenters: Mattias Clarin and Torbjörn Narström

14.40

Coffee

15.20

Closing seminar – World steel industry context

Get updated on what’s happening in the changing world of steel. This seminar discusses global steel trends, including demand, tariffs and steel capacity – and how they continue to influence the global steel industry context.

Presenter: Viktor Strömberg