BlueScope Steel

Overview

BlueScope Steel is a flat product steel producer with operations across Australia, New Zealand, the Pacific Islands, North America and Asia.

The company was demerged from BHP Billiton on 22 July 2002 as BHP Steel and was renamed BlueScope Steel on 17 November 2003.

BlueScope Steel’s corporate headquarters are located at 120 Collins Street, Melbourne, Victoria. The company employs approximately 16,000 personnel and operates its largest integrated steelworks at Port Kembla near Wollongong in the Illawarra region of New South Wales.

Why This Is Important

BlueScope Steel is Australia’s leading manufacturer of flat steel products
The BlueScope Steel® brand is widely recognised as a mark of trust and quality
SteelX uses the Steel by BlueScope Steel logo to reinforce the supply of reliable, high-quality Australian steel
BlueScope invests heavily in research and development of steel products

What Is BlueScope Steel

BlueScope Steel produces a wide range of steel products for domestic and international markets.

Major products include:

Steel slab
Hot rolled coil
Steel plate
Automotive steel
Galvanised steel
Corrugated galvanised iron
ZINCALUME® coated steel (55% aluminium, 43.5% zinc, 1.5% silicon)
COLORBOND® pre-painted steel

Tinplate production ceased in March 2007.

In October 2011, BlueScope shut down the No.6 blast furnace at Port Kembla, reducing production capacity by 50% following the decision to exit the export market.

Features and Benefits of BlueScope Steel

Meets Australian Standards
Stronger steel products
Greater quality control with fewer defects
Better corrosion protection
Reliable supply
After-sales support
Longer-lasting sheds
Greater consistency of product
Local backup and support when required
Supports the Australian economy by sustaining a local steel industry
Up to a 25-year warranty on sheds and garages (refer to the BlueScope Steel website for full warranty details)

Tips, Best Practices & Troubleshooting

Always confirm warranty eligibility and conditions through the BlueScope Steel website.
Ensure products selected meet Australian Standards relevant to the application.
Using genuine BlueScope Steel products helps maintain long-term performance and compliance.

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