BSW - Badische Stahlwerke GmbH
Wire rod
Badische Stahlwerke GmbH (BSW) is one of the world's leading electric-steel plants, strategically located in the Rhine harbor of Kehl, Germany. Founded in 1968, the company has evolved from its origins as 'Süddeutsche Drahtververarbeitung GmbH' to become Germany's largest reinforcing steel producer and a major European supplier of high-quality steel products.
The company operates with remarkable efficiency, transforming scrap into finished steel products in just four hours. BSW's product portfolio includes reinforcing steel in bars and coils, wire rod, strand cast billets, and various reinforcement products primarily used in reinforced concrete construction. The production of wire rod constitutes approximately two-thirds of the total rolling mill output.
With over 1,300 employees, BSW maintains a strong focus on workforce development, offering comprehensive training programs and maintaining an impressive average service length of over 18 years. The company's workforce represents 18 different nationalities, reflecting its commitment to diversity and inclusion.
Environmental sustainability is a core priority for BSW. The company operates an electric-steel plant, utilizing an energy-efficient production process through steel recycling in electric furnaces. A notable initiative is the cross-border waste heat project 'Calorie Kehl-Strasbourg,' which will supply thermal energy to 4,500 Strasbourg households, demonstrating BSW's commitment to environmental protection and resource efficiency.
The BSW group includes several specialized subsidiaries: Badische Stahl-Engineering GmbH, BSW Anlagentechnik GmbH, BSW Anlagenbau und Ausbildung GmbH, Badische Drahtwerke GmbH, BSW Stahl-Nebenprodukte GmbH, and BCT Technology AG. Each entity contributes to the group's comprehensive capabilities in steel production, engineering, and technology.
Quality assurance is paramount at BSW, with the company holding numerous international certificates and maintaining strict compliance with European construction product standards. The company's commitment to innovation, quality, and sustainability has established it as a leading player in the European steel industry.
