Zhanjiang Steel’s chairman pays a visit to CISDI

CISDI and Baosteel are ensuring Zhanjiang Steel becomes a state-of-the-art green steelworks with the highest efficiency ratings in the world

The chairman of Baosteel Zhanjiang headed to CISDI headquarters to catch up on progress of the second phase of developments at Zhanjiang Steel, which is set to be one of the greenest and most competitive steelworks in the world.

The two steel giants are construction partners for the huge project. Genghong Sheng met with CISDI chairman Xuewen Xiao, who reported on progress of the blast furnace and continuous caster construction, which CISDI is creating by package supply mode.

Mr Xiao also gave an update on Phase II’s intelligence systems, and its environmental impact assessment.

“Zhanjiang Steel is being built as the new global benchmark for steel enterprises. The successful completion of Phase I truly set it on that path,” Mr Xiao commented.

“Working together on the construction of this hugely significant, future-oriented steel base for Baowu Group has further developed CISDI and Baosteel’s mutual values and respect for each other.

“We have always attached great importance to the strategic importance of Zhanjiang Steel,” Mr Xiao emphasised.

“Phase II’s blast furnace and continuous casting plants are the new starting points of this steelworks. We stand steadfastly alongside Baosteel for Zhanjiang Steel’s scale up, enhancement of intelligence, eco-friendliness and overall competitiveness.”

Mr Sheng thanked CISDI for its long-term support and contributions. “Both CISDI and Zhanjiang Steel have jointly tided over numerous changes to the industry over the last 15 years and we see CISDI as a reliable and trusted partner.

“We place great hope in CISDI to bring new achievements in the ‘service encounter’ relationship. Through our concerted efforts, the Phase II projects will fulfill our targets – and become the most advanced, efficient and competitive green steelworks in China and even the world.”

Zhanjiang Steel and CISDI, pictured at the Chongqing headquarters