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In a recent position paper, the WSM calls for a state cap on the price of electricity. © Mourad ben Rhouma, WSM

“We need the state brake.”

2. August 2022 Hans Georg Schätzl

“The price of electricity needs a cap – now.” This is the demand of the German Steel and Metal Processing Association (WSM). The merit-order pricing model is imposing record costs […]

It can only go on together: WSM CEO Christian Vietmeyer calls for fairness, a sense of proportion and responsibility from all those involved in the supply chain © WSM

All in one boat!

4. May 2022 Hans Georg Schätzl

The next wave of steel prices and drastic energy price increases are heading for suppliers. Manufacturers who don’t cooperate with their partners now – despite cost jumps and an uncertain […]

The WSM (photo of CEO Christian Vietmeyer) calls for political support for steel and metal processing companies. Even with a good economy, they can no longer cope with the current additional burdens. © Mourad ben Rhouma, WSM

Catch-up process with brakes on

2. March 2022 Hans Georg Schätzl

“Medium-sized industries see a glimmer of light on the horizon. But nothing more – the costs are too much of a burden.” This is how the German Steel and Metal […]