The company's project manager, Mr. Wilfred Motsi, announced this important development during a tour of officials from the Ministry of Industry and Trade.
As pig iron is a critical raw material in steel production, the commissioning of Disco's new plant is seen as an important step that will boost the industrial potential of the region. After successfully starting pig iron production with its state-of-the-art furnaces, the plant plans to start producing steel billets within the next month.Disco's new plant is worth USD 1 billion and is specifically designed for the production of steel bars. The plant will reach full production capacity within a month and will contribute significantly to steel demand in the region, company officials said.
Disco will showcase the plant's technical capabilities and production capacity internationally during the 7th SADC Industrialization Week, which will be held from July 28 to August 2. Sources described the event as an important opportunity to contribute to industrial and economic growth in the region.
Company officials emphasized that with the opening of the plant, they aim to increase employment and promote economic growth in the region.
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