[SMM Iron & Steel] U.S. Steel Commences Restart of Second Battery at Mon Valley Works

Published: Feb 9, 2026 14:24

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Following an accident in August 2025, United States Steel Corporation announced on February 6, 2026, that it has begun the process of restarting Battery #13 at its Mon Valley Works. This is the second coke battery to return to operation, aimed at restoring the plant's internal coke supply and reducing reliance on external merchant coke. The move is critical for the long-term viability of the integrated facility's blast furnace operations.

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