NLMK

NLMK at a glance

NLMK Group is a leading international manufacturer of high-quality steel products with a vertically integrated business model. Mining and steelmaking are concentrated in cost-efficient regions; finished products are manufactured close to our main customers in Russia, North America, and the EU.

Thanks to our self-sufficiency in key raw materials and energy and the technological superiority of our production capacity, NLMK is one of the world's most efficient and profitable steelmakers. NLMK has a diversified product mix, ensuring our leading position in local markets and our sales effectiveness. By leveraging our advantages – our flexible production chain, balanced product mix, efficient sales system, and widespread customer base – we can react quickly to changing market conditions.

Market positions in 2015

22% – Share of Russian steel production
22% – Share of the Russian rebar market
25% – Share of the Russian CRC market
20% – Share of the Russian HDG market
19% – Share of the Russian pre-painted steel market
23% – Share of the global slab market

NLMK Group is consistently a financially stable business. Having completed the investment phase of its development, NLMK Group focused on increasing the efficiency of its business processes, developing its resource base, strengthening its positions in strategic markets, and enhancing production safety. Structural savings of $477 million in 2013-2014, generated by operational efficiency programs, have increased business profitability.

100 new grades of steel in 2000–2014 (long and flat products)

NLMK is actively investing in environmental projects, reducing the environmental footprint in its operating regions as it strives to comply with the most demanding environmental standards. NLMK Group ensures safe working conditions through process improvement measures, investment in personnel training, and applying the best global occupational health and safety practices.