thyssenkrupp Steel to Supply bluemint® Recycled Steel for BMW iX3 Production Starting 2026
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Thyssenkrupp Steel will supply bluemint® recycled steel to BMW Group for the iX3 starting in 2026. This CO₂-reduced steel will be used for outer panels and battery housing, meeting high quality and safety standards without production adaptations.
The material enhances sustainability in the automotive industry by incorporating a high proportion of recycled content and achieving significant CO₂ savings. Thyssenkrupp aims for carbon-neutral steel production by 2045 with a new hydrogen-capable facility.

Feb 23, 2026, 7:13 PM