[SMM Express] Austrian steel companies increased steel production by 35.8%

Published: Nov 28, 2025 13:52

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In October 2025, Austrian steel companies increased steel production by 35.8% compared to the same month in 2024, to 705 thousand tons. Compared to the previous month, the figure increased by 10.2%. Thus, the country ranks 20th in the WorldSteel global ranking of steel producers.

During January-October, steel production by Austrian steelmakers increased by 5.3% compared to the same period in 2024, reaching 6.33 million tons. The indicator began to grow, while January-August saw negative dynamics. October’s production volumes are likely to be the highest since March 2022.

It should be noted that recently, the country’s main steel producer, Voestalpine AG, announced the possibility of reducing production capacity at two of its plants in the country – Voestalpine Tubulars in Kindberg and BÖHLER Bleche in Mürzzuschlag. The reason for the adjustments is pressure from US tariffs and insufficient demand for steel.

In general, EU steel companies reduced steel production by 3.5% y/y in October 2025 – to 10.8 million tons, and by 3.2% y/y in January-October to 105.7 million tons.

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