Women in Metallurgy: Inclusion, Excellence and a Sustainable Future
Today we are participating in the study day ‘Women in Metallurgy – A Resource for the Future’, organised at Confindustria Brescia. This is an important event dedicated to the inclusion and promotion of female talent in the steel and metallurgy sector. Our colleague Silvia Ghini, Quality Manager Italy & Vicenza, will share her experience and […]
AFV Beltrame Group promotes prevention
Awareness and prevention are essential steps toward saving lives. This month and always, let’s take the opportunity to remind ourselves and our networks about the importance of regular screenings and early detection. Together, we can make a difference—one conversation at a time.
Recruiting Day Verona Vicenza: A Bridge between Talents and Companies
Today we are attending Recruiting Day Verona Vicenza, an event dedicated to bringing together talented individuals and companies, which is taking place at the Santa Marta centre, Via Cantarane 24, Verona, from 9.30 a.m. to 5 p.m. If you are a university student and/or recent graduate, this is a valuable opportunity to learn about new […]
LME Groupe Beltrame: Certification and Publication of FDES for Sustainable Long Steel Products
LME Beltrame Group is pleased to announce the certification and publication of four FDES (Environmental and Health Declaration Sheets) for its long steel products. Thanks to these FDES, it is now possible to quantify the carbon impact of our steels in construction projects in France subject to RE2020 regulations. Our recycled steels, manufactured in France, […]
Sustainable Transition in the Steel Industry: AFV Beltrame Group’s Commitment
In the steel industry, characterised by energy-intensive processes, the mandatory EU ETS mechanism represents a structural challenge. The AFV Beltrame Group has chosen to turn this into a strategic opportunity to strengthen competitiveness and accelerate the transition to a more sustainable industrial model. Today, at the Politecnico di Milano, during the ‘Carbon Markets Outlook 2025’ […]
The New Corporate Welfare in the Digital Age: Challenges, Opportunities and Testimonials
Today, Giulia Caruso will speak at the event ‘THE NEW WELFARE: CHALLENGES AND OPPORTUNITIES IN THE DIGITAL AGE’, sharing the Beltrame Group’s first-hand experience of how corporate welfare is evolving from a simple set of benefits to a real strategic tool for attracting and retaining talent, promoting productivity and improving people’s well-being. Digital transformation has […]
Enrico Fornelli: ‘Tariffs are useful, but the real challenge is to boost domestic demand’
The recent EU proposal to cut duty-free import quotas from outside the EU by 50% and raise duties to 50% is certainly a strong signal. As a European steel group, we see this as recognition of the complexity of the situation we are experiencing: we need protection from dumping by those who do not have […]
Emiliano Sulprizio among the finalists for the Young Manager Award
Congratulations to our colleague Emiliano Sulprizio, who was selected among the top winners for the North-East region in the seventh edition of the ‘Young Manager Award’, an initiative promoted by the Federmanager Youth Group in collaboration with Jefferson Wells – ManpowerGroup. This achievement will lead him to participate in the award ceremony for the Emilia […]
Safe Metallurgy: Focus on Safety, Procurement and Innovation in Vicenza
Today, the safety takes centre stage in Vicenza! We are hosting the third and final stage of the Metallurgia Sicura (Safe Metallurgy) training cycle, an initiative organised by the Italian Metallurgy Association, which has already attracted considerable interest in previous sessions in Lecco and Pozzuolo del Friuli. The travelling safety day will be dedicated to […]
Energy Efficiency and Innovation: Experiences and Solutions for a Sustainable Transition
Gianmaria Zanni will be a speaker at the event organised by Energy Transition Club – POLIMI Graduate School of Management, dedicated to one of the most urgent and concrete issues of the energy transition: efficiency. An opportunity to discuss real experiences and success stories in Italy, focusing on the potential of innovative technologies to reduce […]
Summit of Top Italian Companies: Excellence in Comparison on the Challenges and Opportunities of Italian Industry
We were pleased to participate in the Top Italian Companies summit, organised by ItalyPost and L’Economia del Corriere della Sera, which brought together the best of Italian industry at Casa Marcegaglia to discuss the challenges and opportunities of the current context. The event provided an opportunity to reflect on the strategic role of Italian companies, […]
LME Groupe Beltrame Expands Portfolio with New IPE 180 Beam Production Line
LME Groupe Beltrame has reached a new milestone by expanding its range of #beams with a new IPE 180 production line. This challenge has been met with determination, thanks to the trust placed in us by the group — to whom we extend our warmest thanks — as well as the commitment and collective efforts […]
Revitalising Romania’s Steel Industry: Donalam’s Commitment to Innovation and Sustainability
In the late 1980s, Romania was one of the largest steel producers in South-Eastern Europe – a symbol of industrial strength and ambition. Today, that legacy continues through Donalam, part of Beltrame Group, which is investing in innovation, sustainability, and people to rebuild one of the country’s most iconic industrial landmarks. Even in challenging times […]
AFV Beltrame Group has been included in the prestigious Italy’s Best Employers 2026 ranking
AFV Beltrame Group has been included in the prestigious Italy’s Best Employers 2026 ranking, compiled by Statista in collaboration with Corriere della Sera. This recognition makes us particularly proud because it comes directly from the most important voice: that of our people. Now in its sixth edition, the survey collected over 300,000 anonymous evaluations from […]
New Sustainability Report published: structured governance, concrete results and transparency for responsible growth
Operating sustainably means consistently integrating environmental, social, and governance (ESG) principles into the daily management of activities and processes, investment decisions, and stakeholder relationships across the entire value chain. This is the approach AFV Beltrame Group is concretely implementing through the early adoption of double materiality and a structured ESG governance model, as showcased in […]
Corporate Welfare as a Driver of Success: The Experience of AFV Beltrame Group at WELLFEEL
We were recently among the speakers at the WELLFEEL event dedicated to the theme ‘Personal care for organisational success’, a valuable opportunity to share our vision of corporate welfare as a strategic lever for competitiveness. During the round table discussion ‘Welfare to boost productivity’, Giulia Caruso, Group HR Management Director & Deputy CHRO, presented our […]
AFV Beltrame Group celebrates universal beauty in the art of Maurizio D’Agostini
AFV Beltrame Group supports the exhibition ‘Maurizio D’Agostini – Retrospective 1980-2025. On the wings of beauty. Between nature and infinity’, hosted in the prestigious Basilica Palladiana in Vicenza and open to the public free of charge until 9 November. The exhibition was inaugurated a few days ago by Mayor Giacomo Possamai. We believe that #art […]
Celebrating 150 Years of L.M.E.: A Legacy of Steel, Innovation, and Community
150 years of history, passion and the #steel: let’s celebrate Laminés Marchands Européens! This anniversary is much more than a simple commemoration: it is a testament to an industrial history marked by deep roots, challenges overcome, change and innovation. In a region where the #steel has always meant work, development and identity, L.M.E. has gone […]
Annual observatory: constructive dialogue and strategies for sustainable development
The annual meeting between Group management and trade union representatives took place in recent days, marked by dialogue and collaboration. The traditional event provided an opportunity for open and constructive discussion, characterised by a spirit of collaboration and maximum transparency in the sharing of strategic information. During the session, the results and performance of the […]
Visit by the Deputy Prefect of Valenciennes to LME Groupe Beltrame: constructive discussions on the steel industry
LME Groupe Beltrame had the honour of welcoming Mr Stephane Costaglioli, Sub-Prefect of Valenciennes, for a meeting rich in discussion. This visit was an opportunity to raise awareness of our industry and its specific characteristics, to share our current and future challenges, to present our facilities and the expertise of our teams, and to discuss […]
Sustainable development: the role of the European Green Deal and the European Green Deal Strategy
In the first half of 2025, the carbon long steel segment experienced stable or slightly declining prices, with increasing competition and sluggish demand, partly due to the slowdown in residential renovations. However, there was a slight increase in Italian production. In the MARKET & BEYOND webinar organised by siderweb, scheduled for today at 11:00 am […]
35 years of Management Engineering in Padua: a link between vision, skills and the future
On 26 September, the Faculty of Management Engineering at the University of Padua celebrates its 35th anniversary! This milestone celebrates the skills, visions and relationships that have shaped our region and industrial system. We are delighted to support the University of Padua Alumni Association and this important anniversary because: “Supporting the University of Padua Alumni […]
Colzè: Energy from the Bacchiglione, between History and Sustainability
In the heart of the Bacchiglione River, on an artificial island created by a canal that cuts through a natural bend, stands the Colzè hydroelectric power plant in the province of Vicenza. A fascinating place, rich in history and industrial vision. In this video, Gianmaria Zanni, Energy Director at AFV Acciaierie Beltrame, takes us on […]
Feminine Steel: Inclusion, Innovation and the New Face of Steelmaking
For too long it was thought that in steel mills there was only room for physical force. But today’s #siderurgy is much more than that: it is #automation, #innovation, #sustainability, quality control. And in this scenario, women’s skills not only find space, but make a difference. In the heart of a historically male-dominated industry, a […]
Partnership e visione condivisa: AFV Beltrame Group e Sider Center per un futuro sostenibile dell’acciaio
The European steel industry is today facing complex challenges that require innovative approaches and strategic partnerships. In this context, the collaboration between AFV Beltrame Group and Sider Center represents a significant example of how shared values and common vision can guide the sustainable development of the industry. Read here the full interview with Enrico Fornelli, […]
The strategic role of scrap in sustainable steel production
At the Beltrame Group, #scrap is not just a raw material—it’s a tangible symbol of our commitment to a more sustainable #steel industry. Over 95% of the content in our finished products comes from recycling operations, both pre-consumer and post-consumer, significantly reducing the environmental footprint of our steel. Using scrap allows us to avoid the […]
An academic year for Giancarlo Beltrame: memory, vision and future
The Fondazione Studi Universitari di Vicenza has chosen to dedicate the 2024/2025 academic year to engineer Giancarlo Beltrame on the centenary of his birth, a central figure of Vicenza entrepreneurship and a man of profound culture. A gesture that goes beyond commemoration: an invitation to reflect on the value of #knowledge, #innovation and the link […]
European Steel between Sustainability and Competitiveness: Perspectives and Strategies for the Future
Today, Carlo Beltrame is speaker in the keynote session “Europe at a Crossroads”, a high-profile round table discussion, examining the future of Europe’s steel industry, contributing our Group’s perspective on how European steelmakers can navigate this transformational period. The European steel sector faces unprecedented challenges: policy-mandated decarbonisation costs, uncompetitive energy prices, geopolitical tensions and high […]
The magic of rolling: steel takes shape
At the heart of the steelmaking process, the rolling phase represents a crucial moment when raw material takes shape and becomes a product. After melting and solidifying scrap into billets or slabs, these are reheated and passed through a series of shaped rollers that define their final form: profiles, angles, rounds, and other semi-finished products […]
Educational Synergy between School and Industry: The Case of Liceo Fogazzaro and AFV Beltrame Group
What happens when school knowledge is confronted with business reality? An experience is born that leaves its mark. This is the case of the collaboration between the Liceo “Fogazzaro” in Vicenza and AFV Beltrame Group, which involved the 5AU class of the High School of Human Sciences in a concrete and stimulating educational path. The […]
Italian steel between challenges and opportunities: Carlo Beltrame’s vision
Carlo Beltrame, interviewed by siderweb, highlights a structural problem with European policies for #decarbonisation: while the European Union promotes the ecological transition, the current measures do not seem to adequately reward those who have already embarked on this path. The data are significant: over 85% of Italy’s steel production is represented by steel obtained from […]
Barbara Beltrame is President of Confindustria Vicenza
Congratulations President! An important step forward that fills us with proud! With trust and esteem, from all our Group.
The sustainability challenge for a concrete Green Deal
The environmental transition is not a distant goal: it is a concrete reality, made up of strategic choices, investments and measurable results. The Beltrame Group, by obtaining the Global Steel Climate Council® (GSCC®) emissions certification – the first European producer to achieve this goal – and with the consolidation of #Chalibria, carbon neutral certified steel, […]
Romania’s Path to Industrial Transformation: A Vision for Sustainability and Growth
“Romania can lead Europe’s next industrial chapter – if we protect our resources and empower local production”. That’s the vision of Carlo Beltrame, Group Business Development Manager and CEO for France & Romania at AFV Beltrame Group, during the live Ziarul Financiar show “Cum Construim România”. “With over €400 million invested in Romania, including ESG-driven […]
A sustainability lesson: young people and the future with Valfer SpA and AFV Beltrame Group
Valfer SpA and AFV Beltrame Group held an educational meeting with two fifth-year classes from the Breganze branch of ISS Andrea Scotton. After completing the ‘Flour Project’ with the handing over of the armour they had made to the Armed Forces Museum in Montecchio Maggiore, the young school-leavers went to the headquarters of the Cornedo […]
University-enterprise dialogue: excellent synergy between IUSVE students and AFV Beltrame Group
The ‘Marketing and Budgeting 2025 Workshop’, which saw the students of the Degree Course in Creativity and Communication Design at the IUSVE – Salesian University Institute of Venice, engaged in a concrete challenge alongside the AFV Beltrame Group, came to a successful conclusion. The brief? To strengthen internal communication and, in particular, to enhance corporate […]
Networking, toasts and skyline: the magic of the Made in Steel Gala evening
It is with great pleasure that we share with you the highlights from our gala evening held during the Made in Steel – Conference & Exhibition. The cocktail party, hosted at Ceresio 7 Pools & Restaurant in Milan, welcomed many of our clients and friends in an atmosphere of connection and networking, where smiling faces […]
Architecture Biennale 2025: Towards a Future of Intelligence and Resilience
The 19th International Architecture Exhibition in Venice is much more than an event. It is a manifesto for the future, a cry of hope in the heart of a city that has been challenging the environment with intelligence and creativity for centuries. ‘Intelligens. Natural. Artificial. Collective’, the theme of this edition, is a call for […]
Meet the Beltrame Group at Trento Career Day
We are waiting for you today at the Career Day at the University of Trento to meet our HR team and discover the many career opportunities within the Beltrame Group. Whether you are looking for a training internship or your first professional position, we are here to listen to your ambitions and show you how […]
Road to the Future: Decarbonizing the European Steel Industry
Today, Carlo Beltrame, Country Manager France & Romania, Group Chief Business Development Officer, will be participating in the panel discussion “Road to the Future: Decarbonizing the European Steel Industry While Remaining Competitive” during Made in Steel – Conference & Exhibition 2025 in Milan. 🗓️ Thursday, May 8 🕚 11:00 📍 Fiera Milano Rho The workshop […]
AFV Beltrame Group: Logo immersion at Made in Steel – Pav. 22 Stand Q31Made in Steel: come to visit us – Pav. 22- Booth Q31
This year, the AFV Beltrame Group stand at Made in Steel – Conference & Exhibition features an enormous logo, which surrounds visitors from all sides, embracing and involving them in the internal space. In a context where the majority of the booths are rich in information and overloaded with visual details, focusing attention solely on […]
Breaking new ground in sustainable steel production
AFV Beltrame Group is proud to be the first European steelmaker certified under the Global Steel Climate Council® (GSCC®) Standard https://lnkd.in/d75mktRn This achievement marks a significant step not only for our Group but for sustainable steelmaking across Europe. RINA, the independent verifier, established our carbon baseline at 0.571 tonnes of CO₂e per metric ton of […]
Made in Steel 2025: The must-attend event for the steel supply chain
Made in Steel – Conference & Exhibition, the international event for the #steel supply chain, is at the starting blocks. Come to vist us: 📅 Dates: May 6-8, 2025 📍 Location: Pav. 22 – Booth Q31, Fiera Milano, Rho.
Beltrame among Europe’s Climate Leaders for 2025
We are proud to announce our inclusion in the Financial Times‘ prestigious “Europe’s Climate Leaders 2025” list. This recognition places us among 600 European companies (80 Italian ones) demonstrating exceptional progress in reducing greenhouse gas emissions between 2018-2023. The rigorous selection process required companies to achieve a core emissions intensity reduction exceeding 3% annually, while […]
A Green Degree: Francesca Tempesti’s thesis on Chalibria and Decarbonization
It is with great pleasure that AFV Beltrame Group celebrates the academic achievement of Francesca Olimpia Tempesti, who has chosen to dedicate her graduation thesis to #Chalibria, our certified, carbon neutral steel, and to our commitment towards #decarbonization. As a company strongly active in making the #steel industry increasingly sustainable, we are particularly proud when […]
EarthDay2025: Building a Sustainable Steel Future
On this Earth Day, April 22, 2025, we stress once more our continuous commitment to climate action also through our partnership with the Global Steel Climate Council® (GSCC®). As a GSCC member, we’re working closely with industry leaders worldwide to implement the scientific, technology-independent Steel Climate Standard, which is driving our sector’s approach to reduce […]
Slag, a valuable resource for sustainable urban development
A big thank you to CD2E for organising the rich and inspiring discussions at the Minerec trade fair! At a round-table discussion on circular urban planning, Guillaume MARTIN, Energy CSR Manager, highlighted the value of electric steel mill furnace slag as an alternative material: ‘Slag, a co-product of the hashtag#aciérie, is now a valuable resource […]
The fascination of steel processing: from raw materials to final product
The transformation of steel from its raw materials to the final product is a fascinating process that combines science, engineering and a touch of industrial magic! During the melting phase, temperatures exceed 1500°C, transforming ferrous scrap metal into an incandescent liquid that glows with an intense red/orange color. When steel solidifies, we witness an equally […]
New paradigm in energy markets: Beltrame Group strategies and solutions
Gianmaria Zanni, Group Energy COO, participated in the round table organised by Unione Industriali Torino on the evolution of energy markets, providing an incisive analysis of current dynamics and offering unprecedented perspectives for companies trying to navigate this complex landscape. Zanni began by illustrating the current trend in energy markets, highlighting how volatility has become […]
Beltrame participated in Run4Hope: Sport and Solidarity for the Territory
We are thrilled to announce that AFV Beltrame ASD members participated with great enthusiasm in Run4Hope Massigen, the solidarity running race that took place in Vicenza. This initiative, which supports the AIRC Foundation for Cancer Research, is a splendid example of how sport can be a powerful vehicle for important social causes. Beltrame’s participation not […]
Female leadership is no longer an exception: Barbara Beltrame’s speech at Top 100 | WOMEN
From the analysis of data on the role of women in companies in the North East in the decade 2014-2024 edited by InfoCamere and presented yesterday during the event: Top 100 | WOMEN in Borgoluce, (TV), a picture emerges of gradual but significant transformation, reflecting structural changes in the regional entrepreneurial fabric. There has been […]
Confindustria Vicenza headquarters hosts an interesting comparison of experiences on training
Roberto Valente, Group Chief HR & Hs Officer spoke at the event: “Continuing training and labour policies with Fondimpresa: tools and experiences in comparison” held at Palazzo Bonin Longare, headquarters of Confindustria Vicenza. “Investing in continuous training and far-sighted labour policies is an investment for everyone’s future. More competitive companies, enriched human capital and a […]
Beltrame is also on the “Leaders in Diversity and Inclusion 2025” list
There is also AFV Beltrame Group in the prestigious “Leaders in Diversity and Inclusion 2025” list by Statista and Il Sole 24 Ore, which rewards companies that have created value by focusing on enhancing hashtag#people. “This award is a testament to our ongoing commitment to creating an inclusive work environment, where every voice is heard […]
Hydroelectric and photovoltaic, thus Beltrame cuts costs
Energy is the second largest cost factor for AFV Beltrame Group, right after ferrous scrap. And since Italy has the highest electricity Single National Price (Pun) in Europe, well over EUR 100 per MWh, in recent years the group has boosted procurement from renewables through targeted strategies, including the acquisition of hydroelectric power plants, direct […]
Beltrame: first place in the Welfare section
We are proud to announce that our company took first place in the ‘Welfare’ section of the prestigious ‘Company for Generation Z’ award, organised by Radar Academy to celebrate Italian companies that invest in young talent. The Award, now in its third edition, was presented in Milan at the Bosch Italia headquarters. Our company was […]
Congratulations to our ASD Beltrame colleagues who participated in the Vicenza Running Festival
Congratulations to our colleagues who came 4th in the 10×1.2 km Mixed Relay Race for Companies at the #VicenzaRunningFestival, an event organised exclusively for Confindustria Vicenza member companies on the occasion of the Association’s 80th anniversary celebrations. In sport, as in business, individual success is closely linked to the success of the group. The ability […]
Product Digital Assurance: the Beltrame Group’s Path in a New Certifications Era
In an increasingly sustainability-oriented world, companies need to demonstrate their commitment through transparent and verifiable statements. Digital Assurance plays a crucial role in this process, ensuring that the information provided is accurate and meets international standards. A Digital Assurance also guarantees reliability because the reports are verified by independent third bodies, efficiency and accuracy because […]
Interesting article published by Profit.ro
Find out the challenges and prospects of the #steel industry in Romania. Read here the exclusive interview with Carlo Beltrame, CEO of Donalam, on Profit.ro where he addresses crucial issues such as: – the need for EU policies that stimulate demand for low-emission steel; – the urgency of handling energy costs to ensure the competitiveness […]
LME is pleased to participate in the “Toit à Moi” solidarity challenge
LME Groupe Beltrame is delighted to be taking part in the challenge launched by the ‘Toit à Moi’ association, from 7 March to 31 March, to help house and support people in very precarious situations. The association’s principle is clear and simple: the street is for running, not sleeping! Every kilometre you walk, cycle or […]
International Women’s Day
Health is our most sincere wish for all women. For this reason, on the occasion of March 8th, it is our tradition to offer free medical screening to all our female employees. A concrete gesture that goes beyond traditional symbols, because we believe that taking care of your health means giving value to yourself.
The Beltrame Group’s experience shared at the KEY Energy Transition Expo
The three-day event dedicated to the Future of Energy opens on 5 March at the KEY Energy Transition Expo at the Rimini Expo Centre, the European event dedicated to technologies, services and integrated solutions for hashtag#energyefficiency, renewable energies in Italy and the Mediterranean basin. The development and concrete implementation of renewable energy sources is also […]
Carlo Beltrame: the steel industry is going through its most difficult period in decades
At AFV Beltrame Group, we remain committed to strengthening the steel #industry in Romania and Europe. Through #Donalam, we continue to invest in innovation, efficiency, and #sustainability, ensuring that our operations stay resilient despite market challenges. Our long-term vision is to create a competitive and environmentally responsible hashtag#steel sector that supports local industries and communities. […]
Rail is the way forward and we prove it every day!
Stahl Gerlafingen, our Swiss plant, relies on the power of rail freight. Our long-standing partnership with FFS Cargo demonstrates how efficient and indispensable rail transport is in Switzerland. Why Stahl Gerlafingen chooses SBB Cargo: Efficient and sustainable—Rail freight is cost-effective and reliable and significantly reduces CO₂ emissions. Our #steel stays sustainable from production to transportation. […]
Do you know the extraordinary journey of a piece of scrap before it is reborn?
Do you know the extraordinary journey of a piece of #scrap before it is reborn as new #steel? Click here and watch the video to see how what is considered “waste” becomes the raw material for a cutting-edge industrial process, starting a production chain that is as sustainable as it is spectacular!
Barbara Beltrame Giacomello candidata unica per la Presidenza di Confindustria Vicenza
Proud to announce that our Vice President Barbara Beltrame Giacomello is the sole candidate for the Presidency of Confindustria Vicenza for the upcoming 2025-2029 term. https://lnkd.in/dA_4DmiX Her decision to run is part of a long journey and numerous experiences in the industrial and associative world, which have seen her serve as Vice President of Confindustria […]
From Luddism to AI: how to drive the technology revolution in the company
From Luddism to AI: driving change, not submitting to it Today’s technological revolution has much in common with that of the Industrial Revolution. Back then, Luddites feared that machines would replace workers. Today, Artificial Intelligence remakes the professional world, generating the same concerns: job loss, skills transformation and quality of working life. The difference? Today […]
US duties: interview with CEO Raffaele Ruella
“The Beltrame Group’s business is not directly affected by the US duties. However, their effects will be felt on the global market and, consequently, on the European market. From our point of view, similar protectionist measures to support European producers are absolutely necessary and urgently awaited by our EU authorities as well. However, negotiation and […]
Important partnerships for reducing downtime
Spacer magnets are really useful in handling of hot materials. They enable the handling of billets up to 650°C. This result leads to a significant reduction in downtime and provide unmatched operational flexibility. Furthermore, the beam can be quickly adapted to different types of loads, reducing setup times. This has led to improved overall efficiency […]
LME Groupe Beltrame is pleased to take part in Made in Valenciennes
LME Groupe Beltrame is pleased to be taking part in the 7th Made in Valenciennes event. Once again this year, 32 companies from all sectors will be opening their doors to allow more people to visit, meet people who are passionate about their jobs and share their know-how. On 13 and 20 February, we look […]
AFV Beltrame Group awarded at Open Innovation Day
AFV Beltrame Group awarded yesterday in the Palazzo del Bo at the Open Innovation Day, the event, organized by the iNEST Consortium – Ecosystem of Innovation in the Northeast in collaboration with the University of Padua, which was attended by companies, academics and institutions from all over Triveneto. The award-winning companies were selected based on […]
New photovoltaic plant in Stahl Gerlafingen
Our Swiss site Stahl Gerlafingen has signed a new contract with AEW Energie AG for the installation of an additional photovoltaic plant on the roofs of buildings 278 and 288. The new plant, consisting of approximately 4,600 panels, will have a capacity of 2.1 MWp and will generate an amount of energy equivalent to the […]
“Pathways to decarbonization: 2024 strategies and insights” is available now!
The new issue of our annual report: “Pathways to decarbonization: 2024 strategies and insights” is available now! Have a look here! A low-carbon footprint #steel industry requires shared efforts, closer collaboration with partners, clarity of vision and strategy. Find out how we have addressed all these steps, the investiments we made, the projects we are […]
AFV Beltrame Group listed in the ‘The most climate-conscious companies 2025″ by Corriere della Sera
AFV Beltrame Group is listed, for the second consecutive year, among ‘The most climate-conscious companies 2025’, a ranking of the 175 best Italian companies selected by Corriere della Sera and ‘Pianeta 2030’, in collaboration with Statista, which have distinguished themselves for their commitment to reducing their environmental footprint and their particular attention to sustainability. This […]
Environment and energy transition: the key role of energy managers
The conference “Environment and energy transition: the key role of energy managers”, organized by Consorzio Universitario Humanitas and Università San Raffaele, was held at the GSE Auditorium in Rome (Manager of Energy Services). “From the analysis of markets to seize opportunities for fixing, to the trend in energy costs, primary cost item along with scrap […]
Carlo Beltrame interviewed by Forbes Romania
Carlo Beltrame, Business Development Manager and CEO for France and Romania at AFV Beltrame Group, remains optimistic about the future of the Romanian and European steel industry. In a recent Forbes Romania interview – Lessons for 2025 – he highlighted the opportunities that lie ahead as the market evolves toward sustainability and innovation. Despite a […]
A very Merry Christmas and a Peaceful New Year
A very Merry Christmas and a Peaceful New Year to all our customers, suppliers and friends! May the new, days ahead be filled with Joy and Peace.
Our photovoltaic and hydropower plants
AFV Beltrame Group continues to develop projects related to the supply of green energy, investing in various ways in self-consumption production plants (by acquisition, new realisations or consortium) and signing renewable energy purchase agreements. The energy generated by sun and water takes a central role. Have a look at all our photovoltaic and hydropower plants!
Training project in AFV Italy
40 hours, 102 participants from the three Italian plants, divided into 11 groups for a total of 4080 training hours. These are the numbers of a training course that aimed to improve technical and behavioural skills, to prepare participants to face the challenges of their role more effectively. The programme was replicated in all the […]
Frames
The new issue of our annual magazine, Frames, is available now! As usual, we try to offer an overview of all the sustainability challanges the steel industry has ahead and a future direction for this sector with its inherent complexities and values. Once again we have involved professionals, friends and personalities who complete our story […]
AFV Beltrame Group supports AreAArte
AFV Beltrame Group supports AreAArte, an important landmark in the Triveneto region that promotes art exhibitions and cultural events with the social aim of supporting and enhancing local museums, artists, creativity and art institutes, while offering our employees the chance to visit exhibitions and reviews with reserved discounts. ‘Supporting the revitalisation of the cultural system, […]
AFV Beltrame Group sponsor of the project: “The garden of the Associations”i”
AFV Beltrame Group is sponsor of the ‘Park of the Associations’, a green area of about two hectares adjacent to Retrone Park in Vicenza that will soon be redeveloped. The initiative was presented yesterday on World Tree Day. The project involves the planting of 1,200 trees, one for each association of the Volunteer Service Centre […]
A new solar power plant installed in Stahl Gerlafingen
Few days ago a big solar plant was commissioned on the roof of the Warehouse Sud in Stahl Gerlafingen. The plant consists of approximately 6300 panels, has a power of 2.8 MWp and produces an amount of energy equivalent to the annual consumption of 650 household! The whole produced energy will be used locally for […]
AFV Beltrame Group received the SMAU Innovation Award for Chalibria
AFV Beltrame Group received the SMAU Innovation Award for Chalibria! Gianmaria Zanni explained the project: ‘Our Group has launched an ambitious decarbonisation plan with the aim of reducing CO₂ emissions along the entire value chain (cradle-to-gate). As part of this journey, we worked with RINA, a certifying body, to measure our carbon footprint, certify the […]
AFV Beltrame Group at the Microsoft AI Tour
FV Beltrame Group, represented by Emanuele Turra, participated in the Microsoft AI Tour event, held in Rome a few days ago. The invitation to the confidential session, chaired by Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella and Jared Spataro, Chief Marketing Officer of Microsoft’s AI at Work, underlined the importance and key role played by the hashtag#artificialintelligence and […]
GREEN BUILDING CONFERENCE & EXPO
The regional innovation network Venetian Green Building Cluster organised the GREEN BUILDING CONFERENCE & EXPO event at the striking Venice Heritage Tower in Marghera in recent days. AFV Beltrame Group was present with a speech by Giovan Battista Landra, who illustrated how CAM requirements are met for steel construction product categories and industrial aggregates from […]
Green Metal Event
AFV Beltrame Group participated in the Green Metal Event organized by Dassault Systemes at Bellavista, a workshop dedicated to the use of digital technologies for increasing sustainability in the metal industry. The day was introduced by Carlo Gozio, and Chiara Bogo, followed by an in-depth analysis of economic trends in the steel industry presented by […]
Barbara Beltrame interviewed by La Repubblica
Carbon footprint reduction, energy efficiency, circular economy, self-consumption of renewable energy but also safety and welfare. These are the topics that Barbara Beltrame Giacomello explored in La Repubblica’s fine interview by Roberto Bargone recounting the Beltrame Group’s path and challenges toward ecological transition. Read it here: https://www.repubblica.it/dossier/economia/top-story/2024/10/23/news/siderurgico_il_percorso_del_gruppo_beltrame_verso_la_transizione_ecologica-423572940/
Recruiting Day at the Verona and Vicenza Universities
Kicking off the ninth edition of Recruiting Day Verona and Vicenza, in presence from today to Thursday, Oct. 24, and online from Oct. 30 to Nov. 15. A meeting between two worlds: on the one hand, young people looking for jobs and the University, with students and recent graduates, on the other hand the companies […]
Donalam speaker at the Climate Change Summit in Bucarest
Proud to have participated last week in the Climate Change Summit in Bucharest, the largest event in Central and Eastern Europe dedicated to tackling the challenges of climate change with innovative solutions. It was a fantastic platform to exchange ideas and explore sustainable paths for our future. A special shoutout to our colleague, Dan CHEROIU, […]
AFV Beltrame Group supports De Leo Fund
Beltrame supports the Literary Prize ‘The Book of Life’ orhganised by the De Leo FUND. AFV Beltrame Group supports the De Leo Fund association, a non-profit organisation that provides free psychological support to people who are dealing with the loss of a loved one, either due to tragic events or as a result of Covid19. […]
AFV Beltrame Group listed in the 2024 Top Italian Companies
There is also AFV Beltrame Group in the list of Made in Italy excellences presented today, in Parma, at Davines Group Village during the first edition of the Summit of Top Italian Companies: an event organized by L’Economia del Corriere della Sera and ItalyPost. https://lnkd.in/dQ4aAP5H With the main partnership of Gruppo Crédit Agricole and the […]
Carlo Beltrame interviewed by Ziarul Financiar
Recently, Romania’s government unveiled a significant €2 billion plan aimed at revitalizing the country’s industrial sector, which currently represents less than 20% of the national economy. This crucial initiative comes at a time when both Romanian and European industries are grappling with major challenges. With Europe’s renewed emphasis on industrial growth, highlighted by the Antwerp […]
LME attended Produrable in Paris
Guillaume MARTIN, Energy CSR Manager of LME Beltrame Group, took part in the Paris PRODURABLE fair by speaking at the panel discussion dedicated to the success of the major décarbonation project for cities and territories, alongside Géraud GUIBERT, the Ecological Factory, David Marchal, ADEME and Christine Goubet-Milhaud, UFE (French Electric Union) led by Emmanuelle Parra-Ponce, […]
Steel Orbis Italy Forum 2024
Market trends, forecasts on the future of steel, comments from authoritative guests: this is the agenda of the Italy Forum 2024, the SteelOrbis event being held today in Milan. https://event.steelorbis.com/en/italyforum2024/program/ Raffaele Ruella, Managing Director and Group CFO, attended the workshop presenting the speech: “Carbon management strategy in AFV Beltrame Group”. “Sustainability efforts and the decarbonisation […]
Chalibria rewarded at the PHOENIX Steel Alliance Meeting.
A further recognition for #chalibria that rewards our commitment to #decarbonisation at the PHOENIX Steel Alliance Meeting. A special highlight of the Steel Alliance meeting was the second awarding of the PHOENIX Sustainability Award. Given the growing importance of #sustainability in the #steel industry, outstanding supplier partners were honored with an award. One of the […]
AFV Beltrame Group listed in the prestigious “Italy’s Best Employers”
There is also AFV Beltrame Group in the ‘Italy’s Best Employers’ https://www.corriere.it/buone-notizie/24_settembre_23/business-qualita-vita-pagella-aziende-top-dove-lavorare-2025-e34eb48f-2da4-49ec-9d27-b62f15424xlk.shtmllist of the 450 Italian companies where people work best according to the employees who, through direct surveys or through the Corriere della Sera website, freely participated in the initiative of the Statista platform active in data collection. The list is also published today […]
Many challenges await the Italian and European siderurgy, which in the meantime must manage the transition towards the decarbonisation targets 2030 and 2050. Enrico Fornelli, Group CCO interviewed by Federico Piazza, tells how AFV Beltrame Group is facing the market and with which projects and investments. Read the full article here: https://nordesteconomia.gelocal.it/economia/2024/09/30/news/siderurgia_linee_produttive_nuovi_mercati-14676287/?ref=NEEC-M4-S1-T1
The Federacciai Assembly in Vicenza
The Federacciai Assembly was held in Vicenza, anticipated in the morning by siderweb FORUM 2024, a supply chain comparison event to discuss the present and future of Italian and European steel. Federacciai President Antonio Gozzi spoke of the balance between threats and opportunities, referring to the current complex geopolitical and economic situation. He reiterated that, […]
6th European Recycling Conference by EuRIC
Proud to be be one of the panelits at 6th European Recycling Conference organised, in partnership with Assofermet, by EuRIC – The European Recycling Industries, association at the forefront of promoting recycling and a circular economy in Europe and beyond. Industry leaders, policymakers, and advocates will share their case history and experience to present how […]
Let’s discover the Valstagna hydroelectric power plant, together!
Let’s discover the Valstagna hydroelectric power plant, together! Watch the video and find out why this power plant plays a fundamental historical role in the development of our Group.