BlueScope approves upgrade at Port Kembla Steelworks

Australia: BlueScope has approved a US$735m reline and upgrade project at its No 6 Blast Furnace (6BF) at the Port Kembla Steelworks. The project will include the installation of a new slag granulation system. The overall scope of work includes a traditional reline plus a significant upgrade of parts of the facility and supporting infrastructure, including investment in environmental improvements. It is intended to support future adoptions of low emissions steel production technology. The transition to the relined 6BF is expected to take place in mid-to-late-2026.