Outokumpu Oyj is a leading stainless steel producer headquartered in Helsinki, Finland. The company specializes in the production, processing and distribution of a full range of stainless steel products, including hot‐rolled and cold‐rolled coil, sheet, plate, bars, tubes and wires. With a focus on high‐performance and corrosion‐resistant steel grades, Outokumpu serves industries such as automotive, construction, energy, chemical processing and consumer goods, offering tailored solutions to meet demanding quality and environmental standards.
Founded in 1910 originally as a copper mining and smelting enterprise, Outokumpu transitioned into stainless steel production in the late 20th century, building on its metallurgical expertise to become one of the world’s foremost suppliers of stainless steel. Over its history, the company has expanded through strategic investments in melting, rolling and finishing facilities, as well as through the integration of downstream processing capabilities and sustainable recycling operations designed to minimize environmental impact and promote a circular economy for steel.
Outokumpu maintains a global footprint with manufacturing and service centers in Europe, the Americas and Asia. Key production sites are located in Finland, Sweden, Germany, the United States and Mexico, complemented by a network of distribution hubs that ensure just‐in‐time delivery to customers worldwide. The company’s integrated recycling infrastructure recovers and reprocesses scrap stainless steel, reinforcing its commitment to resource efficiency and carbon footprint reduction.
Since July 2019, Heikki Malinen has served as President and Chief Executive Officer, overseeing the company’s operational performance and strategic development. Under his leadership, Outokumpu continues to innovate in alloy design, metallurgical processing and sustainable steelmaking technologies, positioning itself to meet evolving market needs and regulatory requirements across diverse industrial sectors.
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