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Thank you so much with sticking with us through this awesome weeks! Enjoy these final impressions from the expo area. See you next time!

It's been an amazing week in Düsseldorf. The Messe Düsseldorf team is thrilled with the success of this year's wire & Tube Fair, the largest in its history. Leading this accomplishment is Mr. Daniel Ryfisch, Director of wire/Tube & Flow Technologies at Messe Düsseldorf GmbH. In our concluding ecoMetals interview, Mr. Ryfisch reflects on five thrilling days that were marked by remarkable achievements of exhibitors and customers despite the ongoing economic challenges. Enjoy!

The verdict is in: according to Oliver Ellermann, Head of the Managing Board at Bundesverband Deutscher Stahlhandel, this was the best Tube fair yet. But what made this year's edition stand out? And what are the industry's key concerns from the perspective of Germany's largest steel trade partnership? Discover the answers in this week's final - and exceptional -  ecoMetals interview!

What does sustainability mean for the wire, tube, and cable industry? ecoMetals TV had the privilege of discussing this with Mr. Lars Fagerholm, Executive Vice President of Maillefer. With over a century of business experience and a claim to world market leadership, the Finnish company is one of the most exciting players on the market. Mr. Fagerholm also explores themes like digitalization and autonomous production, offering valuable insights metallurgy experts shouldn't overlook.

Dr. Thomas Hansmann, SMS group's CTO, brings over 30 years of experience in metallurgy to the table. Nevertheless, he describes what's happening right now as 'the most radical cut in the steel industry ever.' In this interview, Dr. Hansmann reinforces this assertion by showcasing several flagship projects that not only exemplify SMS's leadership in the green transformation but also the solutions the Düsseldorf-based company can offer its customers to get ahead in the race to Net-Zero.

What do the economic perspectives for green steel really look like? Which sectors will demand it, when will they demand it and how big are the amounts they need? These are just some of the questions we tackle in our interview with Prof. Dr. Rainer Lindner, Chairman of the Executive Board at Heine + Beisswenger Gruppe. Don't miss this ecoMetals interview for valuable insights into the intersection of sustainability and profitability!

In an engaging ecoMetals discussion, Dr. Sebastian Kreft, co-founder of the pioneering Start-up Metalshub, delves into the intricacies of their cutting-edge software designed for raw material trading. Gain insights into the technical aspects of this groundbreaking solution and explore the pivotal role of raw materials in advancing decarbonization efforts within the steel industry.

Discover how sustainability drives Mannesmann Precision Tubes and steel producer Salzgitter forward as they unite for future growth. Dive into our exclusive interview with Mannesmann Precision Tubes CEO, Amit Bedi, as he reveals the impact of this partnership on their strategic direction, product innovation, and daily operations, particularly in terms of CO2 reduction.

Explore GMH Holding's pioneering role in the green transformation of steel production! In this interview with ecoMetals TV, CEO Dr. Alexander Becker unveils concrete facts and figures about their impressive decarbonization achievements. Discover how GMH is leading the way with it's solutions like green and electric steel. Dive into Dr. Becker's insights on sustainability, aligning with his personal values and purpose.

Don't miss out on our exclusive insight from the Hergarten New Work Kneipentalk! As companies seek innovative ways to engage young talent, Hergarten Stahlspedition GmbH introduces the Kneipentalk. Discover the idea behind the interesting format as Christine Schierhorn, Director of Operation Performance & Development, sheds light on its purpose and impact.

Nobody has more experience in the metallurgy activities of Messe Düsseldorf than its Global Portfolio Director Metals and Flow Technologies Friedrich-Georg Kehrer - this is his 12th edition of the wire & Tube! In this interview with ecoMetals TV, Kehrer explains what has changed over the years and takes a look at all the exciting developments that are still to come. Everyone interested in the history of ecoMetals shouldn't miss his exciting insights!

In stainless steel production, Outokumpu is setting new standards for sustainability by prioritizing transparency and credibility. Data-driven purchasing decisions, decarbonized products and partnerships also play a decisive role. Finally, the choice of materials and design must also be scrutinized for durability and efficiency. Learn more about it in this exclusive interview on ecoMetals TV with Dr. Max Menzel from Outokumpu!

Dr. Henrik Adam is a seasoned expert on the steel industry. In this talk, he explains the key challenges of sustainable steel production and what it takes to overcome them. Listening to Dr. Adam, it becomes clear: The industry has done its homework, now it's the politicians' turn.

"The decarbonization of products starts with the decarbonization of materials" - this is the main statement of Stefan Grüll, founder and CEO of S1SEVEN GmbH. In our interview, you'll learn everything about how major companies can decarbonize their processes by scanning the carbon footprint of their materials with a digital material pass. For the fossile-free future of the metallurgy business, transparency is key!

What is the Kocks 4D Eagle S and what makes it so special? The new system from Friedrick Kocks GmbH in Hilden was presented to a broad specialist audience for the first time at wire and Tube. Join us as the experts in forming technology explain the innovative advantages and special features of their latest creation!