PPG and Arcelor Mittal present roadmap for low-carbon automotive coatings

PPG and global steel producer Arcelor Mittal are jointly advancing low-carbon automotive manufacturing. A recent study evaluated greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions across materials and finishing processes. The results show that Arcelor Mittal’s electric arc furnace production, combined with its MULTIPART INTEGRATION® (MPI) strategy and advanced high-strength steels (AHSS), can reduce steel-related emissions by up to 30 %. Lightweighting also contributes to greater structural integrity and flexibility.

PPG’s next-generation electrocoat systems demonstrated a 20 % reduction in emissions during component use and a 10 % overall GHG saving in the finishing phase, while maintaining corrosion protection. The ZIRCOBOND® pretreatment process is recognised as a benchmark for sustainable surface treatment in automotive production.

Cooperation for future-ready solutions
PPG’s automotive OEM coatings expert Thierry Destruhaut described the project as a blueprint for effective collaboration across the value chain. The companies plan to expand their partnership to explore next-generation steel grades, bio-based raw materials, curing technologies and process improvements to further reduce emissions and enhance efficiency.

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