In its 2025 integrated report, Brazilian steelmaker CSN announced an investment plan through 2028 that costs R$8 billion to modernize its production in Brazil. Faced with a saturated global market and strong competition from imported steel, the company aims to strengthen its operational efficiency and reduce structural costs.

The main focus is on the Presidente Vargas Plant, where critical processes such as sintering, coke production, blast furnaces, steelmaking, and rolling will be upgraded. The strategy aims to decrease dependence on imported inputs and increase industrial digitalization, moving from 3% to 15% of equipment with smart sensors within two years.

Furthermore, CSN is reinforcing its environmental commitment with a 7% reduction in its CO2 emissions. By integrating its mining, logistics, and energy businesses, the Brazilian company is betting on a green economy model and operational synergies to maintain its profitability in the face of international volatility.