Aperam and Metalshub
partnership for a Digital Source-to-Contract solution
[DUSSELDORF/LUXEMBOURG, February 15,
2024 16:00 CET] –
Global stainless and electrical steel producer Aperam and
Metalshub, digital supply chain solution announce the
implementation of a digital procurement solution.
Aperam, a global player in the stainless and electrical steel
industry, takes a major step towards innovation and transparency in
its operations. By partnering with Metalshub, Aperam aims to
enhance their competitive edge and drive their procurement
processes into the digital age. Metalshub's software solution
provides a cloud-based source-to-contract functionality for raw
materials enabling Aperam to access a global network of suppliers
and obtain real-time market insights.
Aperam will integrate Metalshub's specialized solution
seamlessly into its existing IT and ERP landscape. This
collaboration marks a significant step towards enhancing the
efficiency, transparency, and compliance of Aperam's raw material
sourcing processes.
“Raw Material Procurement is one of the main drivers of
profitability for a stainless steel mill. To do it well requires an
industry-specific, digital approach,” said Dr. Sebastian Kreft,
Co-Founder and Managing Director of Metalshub. “In embracing
Metalshub’s procurement solution, innovative companies like Aperam
can manage the raw material buying process, while minimizing their
risk, identifying new sources of savings and building a healthy,
sustainable supply chain – all in one place.”
Dr. Frank Ehrenberg, Managing Director at Aperam Sourcing
comments on the partnership: "The partnership makes me convinced
that the future of raw material procurement will be with more
digital intelligence. It marks a significant milestone for Aperam’s
journey toward digital transformation and enhancement of compliant
practices.”
Both companies are excited about the potential for innovation
and the positive impact this partnership will have on their
operations and the industry as a whole.
About
Aperam
Aperam is a global player in stainless, electrical and
specialty steel, with customers in over 40 countries. Starting from
1 January 2022, the business is organized in four primary
reportable segments: Stainless & Electrical Steel, Services
& Solutions, Alloys & Specialties and Recycling &
Renewables.
Aperam has a flat Stainless and Electrical steel capacity of
2.5 million tonnes in Brazil and Europe and is a leader in high
value specialty products. In addition to its industrial network,
spread over six production facilities in Brazil, Belgium and
France, Aperam has a highly integrated distribution, processing and
services network and a unique capability to produce low carbon
footprint stainless and special steels from biomass, stainless
steel scrap and high performance alloys scrap. With Aperam
Bioenergia and its unique capability to produce charcoal made from
its own FSC® -certified forestry and with Aperam Recycling, a
global leader in collecting, trading, processing and recycling of
stainless steel scrap and high performance alloys, Aperam’s places
sustainability at the heart of its business, helping customers
worldwide to excel in the circular economy. Aperam is the first
player in its market to be ResponsibleSteel™ certified in Europe
and the Americas. Its sustainability efforts have received wide
recognition.
In 2023, Aperam had sales of EUR
6,592 million and shipments of 2.20 million
tonnes.
For further information, please refer
to our website at www.aperam.com.
Contact
Investor Relations / Thorsten
Zimmermann: +352 661 570 250;
thorsten.zimmermann@aperam.com
Company Secretary / Delphine
Feraud-Valendru ; delphine.feraud-valendru@aperam.com
Corporate Communications / Raquel Faria
+352 661 128
989;
raquel.faria@aperam.com
About Metalshub
Metalshub is a leading software provider for the metals and
mining industry, unlocking supply chain value across the market. By
leveraging advanced technology and market expertise, Metalshub
provides secure, efficient, and transparent solutions for buyers
and sellers to connect, negotiate, and close deals. With its
innovative solutions, Metalshub empowers businesses to optimise
supply chains, make informed decisions, and drive growth in the
digital era.
For
more information, please visit:
https://www.metals-hub.com/press/
Contact
Claus Schmidt
Head of Marketing
claus.schmidt@metals-hub.com