Tata Steel has entered into definitive agreements with Paul Wurth, S.A. (Luxembourg), part of the SMS Group GmbH, for the implementation of the world’s first EASyMelt (electrically assisted syngas smelter) technology.
Decarbonisation potential
EASyMelt offers a highly resource-flexible solution for decarbonising ironmaking, with the potential to achieve climate neutrality.
Industrial demonstration plan
Tata Steel intends to proceed with the first industrial demonstration of this technology in the ‘E’ Blast Furnace at its Jamshedpur Works, in a phased manner.
Emission reduction target
The project aims to cut CO₂ emissions by more than 50% compared to the blast furnace’s baseline operation.
Focus on innovation and partnerships
Tata Steel MD & CEO T V Narendran said: “The transition to low-carbon steelmaking will be shaped by our ability to reimagine and transform existing production ecosystems. At Tata Steel, we are advancing this shift through a focused blend of technology, innovation, and strong partnerships. Our collaboration with SMS Group marks a significant milestone, accelerating our journey towards achieving net zero.”
A significant milestone
SMS Group CEO Jochen Burg said: “We appreciate Tata Steel’s trust in our abilities. This commitment from an industry leader enables us to bring our EASyMelt technology to life. Building the first EASyMelt on an industrial scale is a significant milestone and paves the way for future brownfield decarbonisation projects.”
Project background and roadmap
Tata Steel Ltd. and SMS Group had signed a Memorandum of Understanding in June 2023 to collaborate on decarbonising the iron-making process. Following a successful front-end loading study, Tata Steel has decided to move forward with the project in a phased manner.
Net zero ambition
This initiative represents a key milestone in Tata Steel’s journey towards achieving net zero emissions by 2045, one of the most ambitious climate targets adopted by any major steel producer globally. Tata Steel and SMS Group–Paul Wurth will jointly work towards the implementation and development of the EASyMelt technology