We are pioneers at heart. We stand at the forefront of innovation for the global metals industry for our partners, customers, and communities, who expect us to push the boundaries of production for a sustainable world.
From the latest solutions for green steel production to digitalizing the entire production process, we forge a path toward sustainable production, ensuring the optimal solution for each producer. As a reliable service provider and supplier, the countless references in plant building and service partnerships demonstrate our commitment to our customers’ success and growth. From turnkey projects and new production lines to upgrades, engineering, and metallurgical services, we build close partnerships with our customers to ensure that their operations and profits remain sustainable.
Our Expertise
70
+
years of experience in a metallurgical plant building
7000
+
references in the last 60 years
65
+
locations worldwide
80
industry and scientific research partners
About Us
Our Purpose
Vision
We strive to transform the global metals industry toward sustainability, digitalization, and a circular economy. As pioneers and global leaders, we challenge ourselves to deliver innovative, reliable solutions and services.
Mission
We innovate groundbreaking technologies and advance existing production routes with reliable solutions and services. We enable producers and partners to achieve lasting success.
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Primetals Technologies was founded on January 7, 2015, by Siemens, Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, and partners. Our solutions build on over 70 years of innovation in metals production. Our predecessors, Mitsubishi-Hitachi Metals Machinery and Siemens have significantly contributed to our company’s comprehensive, state-of-the-art portfolio. In early 2023, Mitsubishi Heavy Industries obtained full ownership of Primetals Technologies.
Who We Are
Our Leadership Team
Yoshiharu Ikeda
CEO & COO
Board Member
Andreas Weinhengst
CFO
Executive Management
Alexander Fleischanderl
CTO
Executive Management
Masashi Yoshikawa
Co-CTO
Executive Management
Hideshi Yoshizaki
CSO
Executive Management
Andreas Viehböck
Head of Upstream Technologies
Executive Management
Ichiro Maeno
Head of Downstream Technologies
Executive Management
Hans-Jürgen Zeiher
Head of Electrics & Automation
Executive Management
Eberhard Karnitsch-Einberger
Head of Metallurgical Services
Executive Management
Norbert Petermaier
Head of Sales & Marketing
Executive Management
Yoshiharu Ikeda
CEO & COO
Board Member
Andreas Weinhengst
CFO
Executive Management
Alexander Fleischanderl
CTO
Executive Management
Masashi Yoshikawa
Co-CTO
Executive Management
Hideshi Yoshizaki
CSO
Executive Management
Andreas Viehböck
Head of Upstream Technologies
Executive Management
Ichiro Maeno
Head of Downstream Technologies
Executive Management
Hans-Jürgen Zeiher
Head of Electrics & Automation
Executive Management
Eberhard Karnitsch-Einberger
Head of Metallurgical Services
Executive Management
Norbert Petermaier
Head of Sales & Marketing
Executive Management
Quality and Responsibility
Supply Chain Management
Primetals Technologies expects to establish partnerships with our suppliers to execute world-class projects.
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Primetals Technologies ensures the highest standards in quality, environmental, health, and safety practices.
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Primetals Technologies ensures ethical business practices and adherence to global regulations.
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