News and Events
Welcome to Ovako’s News and Events. Here you will find news and press releases and stories about Ovako. You can also find out about events and conferences that our specialists and sales personnel participate in.
Strength of Steel / 1 Jun 2026
How we’re optimizing steel for the mining industry
Mining steel operates under extreme stress where margins for error are narrow. Discover how optimizing every dimension can reduce material removal, scrap, production time and CO₂.
Read morePress release / 20 May 2026
Record number of applicants for Ovako Imatra’s apprenticeship programme
The application period for Ovako Imatra’s apprenticeship programme starting in autumn 2026 ended on Sunday, May 17. The program attracted significant interest, with a total of 466 applications received.
Read moreStrength of Steel / 1 May 2026
Ovako x Daniel Ståhl: Strength in Action
Ovako partners with Daniel Ståhl, following his journey toward Los Angeles 2028. From steel mills to the discus circle, we explore discipline, focus and relentless progress together — same swisu in action at every step of the way
Read morePress release / 17 Apr 2026
Ovako completes divestment of Ovako Metals Oy Ab – strengthening customer offering in Finland
Ovako has received approval from the Finnish competition authorities for the divestment of Ovako Metals Oy Ab, its distribution entity in Finland, to Tibnor, a subsidiary of SSAB. The transaction is expected to be completed in the coming weeks.
Read morePress release / 7 Apr 2026
Ovako Imatra to launch next apprenticeship programme in autumn 2026
The application period for Ovako Imatra’s next apprenticeship programme will run from April 22 to May 17. Approximately 20 students will be selected for positions in production and mechanical maintenance. The studies will begin on September 1, 2026.
Read moreStrength of Steel / 1 Mar 2026
Turning steel expertise into customer success
From premium steel to real-world performance. Our EVP Global Sales, Larisa Gyllenrapp, shares how Ovako sales team combines metallurgical expertise with market insight to create value for customers worldwide.
Read morePress release / 9 Feb 2026
Ovako Imatra joins the Greenreality Network
The Greenreality Network is a business-driven energy and environmental network operating in South Karelia, promoting sustainable growth, the energy transition and industrial renewal. Ovako Imatra has joined the network to support cooperation related to low-emission industry and the sharing of expertise.
Read morePress release / 5 Feb 2026
Nordic steel meets world‑class performance – Ovako announces three‑year partnership with Daniel Ståhl
Ovako enters a three ‑ year collaboration with world ‑ renowned discus thrower Daniel Ståhl, a true symbol of Nordic strength, precision and resilience. The partnership reflects the shared values that define both Daniel’s athletic achievements and Ovako’s commitment to excellence, long ‑ term development, continuous improvement and a strong Nordic heritage.
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