SSAB, a Nordic and US-based steel company, along with its subsidiary Ruukki Construction, has announced a donation of roofing products and steel to aid in the reconstruction of war-damaged buildings in Ukraine.
This philanthropic effort is in collaboration with the nongovernmental organisation OperationAid, focusing on the Mykolaiv region’s urgent rebuilding needs.
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The donation includes approximately 3,000m² of colour-coated steel for roofing, manufactured at Ruukki’s plant near Ukrainian capital Kyiv, and almost 20 tonnes of steel for the production of approximately 750 field stoves.
Sarholms Plåtdetaljer, which undertakes contract work in sheet metal, will be responsible for manufacturing the stoves using the donated steel.
OperationAid has been actively working on the ground in Ukraine, addressing immediate requirements, fundraising, and delivering humanitarian and medical aid.
The ongoing partnership between SSAB, Ruukki Construction, and OperationAid has seen similar contributions in the past years, with donations also made in 2022 and 2023.
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By GlobalDataRuukki Construction operates a facility in Kopyliv near Kyiv on a limited schedule and employs a total of 63 staff members in the country.
SSAB Sustainability head Christina Friborg said: “We want to show Ukrainians our continued support. At the same time, we want to ensure the safety of our employees.
“There is a shortage of building products in the country and it is admirable that our Ukrainian employees have continued to provide high-quality roofing products and services to the country’s renovation industry.”
Earlier in October this year, SSAB partnered with Finnish construction company Parmaco to create a concept building using fossil-free steel, showcasing the potential for sustainable urban development.
Additionally, SSAB entered into a letter of intent with Norwegian distributor Smith Stål for future deliveries of fossil-free steel that same month.
This initiative aims to establish a carbon-neutral supply chain and reduce carbon dioxide emissions from traditional steel production.
