First coil successfully produced on the Continuous Galvanizing Line 1 supplied by John Cockerill to Tata Steel at Kalinganagar

John Cockerill is proud to celebrate a major milestone in our ongoing partnership with Tata Steel: the successful production of the first coil on the Continuous Galvanizing Line (CGL1) at Tata Steel’s Kalinganagar plant. Supplied and commissioned by John Cockerill, this achievement reaffirms our commitment to delivering high-performance, reliable solutions for the steel industry.

This state-of-the-art galvanizing line incorporates the latest innovations and coating technologies, enabling the production of high-quality coated automotive steels. The first coil was produced on 9 June 2025, demonstrating a smooth and stable startup and product quality aligned with expectations.

This success is the result of months of dedicated collaboration between Tata Steel and John Cockerill teams. Notably, the startup phase was completed without a single safety incident—a testament to our shared commitment to safety, quality, and performance.

This achievement underscores the strength of the partnership between Tata Steel and John Cockerill, built on a shared vision of excellence and innovation. Together, we have delivered a world-class solution tailored to meet the growing demands of India’s automotive steel market.

With this milestone, John Cockerill reinforces its position as the partner of choice for advanced galvanizing solutions—offering proven technology, flawless execution, and a customer-centric approach.

Congratulations to all teams involved. The journey has only just begun.