Customer Case - SSAB

SSAB

SSAB is a global steel company with a leading position in high-strength steels and related services. The company is committed to creating a stronger, lighter, more sustainable world. SSAB aims to be the first to offer fossil-free steel to the market by 2026 and plans to eliminate carbon dioxide emissions from its operations by around 2030.

Bufab's commitment to sustainability and innovative solutions is outstanding. They handle the complexities of C-parts so we can focus on our core business and reduce carbon emissions significantly. It's a partnership we truly value.

Fredrik Eriksson, Commodity Manager, SSAB

About our cooperation

A series of strategic engagements have marked our cooperation with SSAB. In Spring 2024, Bufab underwent a sustainability audit in Värnamo, achieving very high scores and ranking at the top of SSAB’s supplier list. The performance set the stage for further collaboration. By August 2024, during a visit to Oxelösund, SSAB expressed their desire to consolidate a significant portion of their C-parts to Bufab, driven by our sustainability ranking and practices.

Challenge

SSAB is committed to leading the steel industry in sustainability, aiming to offer fossil-free steel by 2026 and significantly reduce carbon emissions by 2030. To achieve these ambitious goals, SSAB needs suppliers who can meet their high sustainability standards and support their innovative efforts in creating a greener future.

Approach

Bufab's approach to engaging with SSAB was strategic and focused on sustainability. We began with a visit in Autumn 2023 to discuss sustainability with key SSAB managers, highlighting our commitment to environmental responsibility. A sustainability audit was conducted in Spring 2024, where Bufab achieved top rankings, distinguishing us from competitors.

Result

The collaboration between Bufab and SSAB has been highly successful. Bufab's top rankings in the sustainability audit and proactive engagement led SSAB to consolidate a significant portion of their C-parts to Bufab. Bufab's commitment to sustainability and innovative solutions has positioned them as a key partner in SSAB's journey towards creating a stronger, lighter, and more sustainable world.