Cash-strapped startup Stegra AB has been awarded 390 million kronor ($40.9 million) in public grant money provided the green steel venture can secure enough funds by next spring to complete the project https://t.co/HCsoHBbSE5 ...

Hitachi Energy won’t put more money into Swedish startup Stegra, having originally bought into the green steel project in 2022 https://t.co/gFHvlg2tUD ...

It’s hard to make ‘green’ steel as the industry's carbon emissions are off the charts. But the demand is there, and it's growing https://t.co/ou9EbjU5Tw ...

Illegal immigrants have been found working at Stegra's planned green steel plant in northern Sweden, adding yet more pressure on a company that’s racing to secure extra funds https://t.co/zVVfTzu4Zb ...

Stegra's new Chairman Shaun Kingsbury said the current capital raise likely will be completed in the first quarter as the Swedish green-steel startup races to secure fresh funding to cover ballooning construction costs https://t.co/R9SIf93pRq ...

Core Insights - Algoma Steel Group Inc. reported third quarter financial results that were in line with previously announced expectations, facing ongoing trade-related challenges while advancing its electric arc furnace (EAF) transformation [1][4][5] Financial Performance - Third quarter revenue was $523.9 million, down from $600.3 million in the prior-year quarter, primarily due to lower steel shipments [5][6] - Steel revenue decreased to $473.3 million from $539.0 million, with revenue per ton of steel sold increasing to $1,250 from $1,153 [5][6] - The company reported a consolidated loss from operations of $651.5 million, including a non-cash impairment loss of $503.4 million, compared to a loss of $83.6 million in the prior-year quarter [6][7] - Net loss for the quarter was $485.1 million, significantly higher than the net loss of $106.6 million in the prior-year quarter, driven mainly by the impairment loss [8][6] - Adjusted EBITDA loss was $87.1 million, with an adjusted EBITDA margin of (16.6%), compared to an adjusted EBITDA of $3.5 million and a margin of 0.6% in the prior-year quarter [9][6] Operational Developments - The EAF project has progressed as planned, with stable performance metrics achieved since the first steel production in July 2025 [11][12] - EAF operations were maintained on a limited schedule to align with market conditions, with plans to transition to a five-day operating week by mid-November 2025 [12] - Following the EAF transformation, the facility is expected to have an annual raw steel production capacity of approximately 3.7 million tons and reduce carbon emissions by about 70% [13][29] Trade Environment - The company continues to face challenges from U.S. trade actions, including a 50% tariff on steel imports, which has restricted access to the U.S. market and led to oversupply in Canada [14][15] - Canadian transactional pricing was reported to be up to 40% lower than comparable U.S. levels, resulting in a revenue reduction of approximately $32 million for the quarter [15][16] Strategic Initiatives - Algoma's board approved a plan to accelerate the decommissioning of its blast furnace and coke oven operations, focusing on low-carbon steel production from the EAF facility [16] - The company has secured $500 million in government-backed liquidity support to enhance financial flexibility and support its transformation strategy [17][18] Liquidity Position - As of the end of the quarter, Algoma had total liquidity of $337.1 million, including $4.5 million in cash and $332.6 million available under its ABL credit facility [18] - The company amended its ABL credit facility to increase total availability by US$75 million, further strengthening its liquidity [18] Dividend Policy - The board suspended the regular quarterly dividend in July 2025 to preserve liquidity and financial flexibility amid evolving market conditions [19]

French hydrogen investor Hy24 plans to join Swedish startup Stegra’s latest funding round, saying it remains confident in its efforts to build the world’s largest green steel plant https://t.co/5cgvwM6c2N ...

Construction firms across the Nordic region have made a high stakes bet on the world's largest green steel project just south of the Arctic Circle https://t.co/tId2Thrt0z ...

Summary of Char Technologies Conference Call Company Overview - Char Technologies specializes in converting woody biomass into renewable energy products using proprietary high-temperature pyrolysis technology, which operates at 800-900 degrees Celsius without oxygen [2][4]. Key Projects and Revenue Streams - The first facility in Thorold, Ontario, is expected to start production in 2026, generating approximately $4.5 million in project revenue and $1.25 million in free cash flow to equity partners [5]. - The second product, renewable natural gas (RNG), is projected to increase revenue to $28 million, with $9 million returned to equity partners due to financing through nonrecourse project debt [6]. - The company is targeting a fixed price of $40 per gigajoule for RNG, significantly higher than the $5 per gigajoule for conventional natural gas [8]. Market Dynamics - The demand for biocarbon, also referred to as bio coal, is driven by the green steel movement, particularly in Europe, where there is a push for lower carbon intensity in steel production [10]. - Minimum RNG mandates in British Columbia and Quebec are incentivizing producers, leading to increased pricing for renewable natural gas [10]. Strategic Partnerships - Char Technologies has partnered with ArcelorMittal, the second-largest steel and mining company, which invested in Char in 2023 and will be the offtaker for bio coal from the Thorold project [11][12]. - The BMI Group invested $8 million into the Thorold project and owns defunct pulp and paper mills, providing access to biomass for Char's projects [13]. - Lake Nipigon Forest Management Inc. is a key partner for the Lake Nipigon project, offering 500,000 tonnes of wood waste annually [14]. Project Development and Future Plans - The company is developing multiple projects, including the Thorold facility, Lake Nipigon, and a project in Saguenay, Quebec, with plans for modular plants to adjust based on biomass availability [15][16]. - The Baltimore project focuses on destroying PFAS chemicals from biosolids, with a demonstration plant built in collaboration with Synagro [28][30]. Financial Overview - Char Technologies has secured $28 million in project-level investments, primarily from non-dilutive government grants [34]. - The company operates with a 50% ownership stake in its projects, allowing it to capture significant revenue streams [24][25]. Challenges and Regulatory Environment - The company faces challenges related to the competitive market for biomass feedstock, which is its largest cost component [44]. - Regulatory pressures regarding PFAS contamination are driving demand for Char's technology, as traditional disposal methods are becoming less viable [30][41]. Conclusion - Char Technologies is positioned to capitalize on the growing demand for renewable energy products through strategic partnerships and innovative technology, with a clear roadmap for project development and revenue generation [36].

The Swedish state is looking increasingly exposed to Stegra, the green steel startup racing to secure extra funding on top of the the €6.5 billion ($7.5 billion) it has already secured in a mixture of equity and debt financing https://t.co/sDslV6CFxL ...