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Tata Steel UK's starts construction of EAF facility in Port Talbot

In a major step towards decarbonising the UK steel industry, Tata Steel UK has marked the official start of construction on its cutting-edge Electric Arc Furnace (EAF) facility in Port Talbot, heralding a new era of low-carbon steelmaking in Britain, according to a company release.

“This is an important day for Tata Group, Tata Steel and for the UK. Today’s groundbreaking marks not just the beginning of a new Electric Arc Furnace, but a new era for sustainable manufacturing in Britain. At Port Talbot, we are building the foundations of a cleaner, greener future, supporting jobs, driving innovation, and demonstrating our commitment to responsible industry leadership,” said Natarajan Chandrasekaran, Chairman, Tata Steel.

          The event symbolically launched the UK’s largest low-emission steelmaking project—part of a £1.25 billion green transformation, backed by £500 million in UK Government funding.

          Set to be commissioned by the end of 2027, the new EAF facility is expected to slash carbon emissions at Port Talbot by around 90 percent, equating to a reduction of nearly 5 million tons of CO₂ annually. The project is also poised to safeguard 5,000 direct jobs and ensure the long-term sustainability of steel production in the UK.

          The Port Talbot EAF project is a cornerstone of Tata Steel’s wider decarbonisation strategy, aligned with global climate goals and the UK’s transition to net zero. Once operational, the EAF will use scrap steel and renewable energy to produce high-quality steel with significantly lower emissions, replacing traditional blast furnaces.