Tata Steel Nederland is considering the early closure of its coke and chemical facilities

The steel company Tata Steel Nederland (TSN) is exploring the possibility of closing the KGF 1 and KGF 2 coke and gas plants sooner than previously anticipated. This is stated in a press release.

TSN notes that the accelerated closure of such facilities is a technically and logistically complex process. Particular attention must be paid to ensuring environmental and safety aspects during the decommissioning of the facilities.

At the same time, the company received a letter from the North Sea Canal Area Environmental Protection Agency (Omgevingsdienst Noordzeekanaalgebied, ODNZKG). In it, the regulator announced its intention to revoke permits for the coke and gas plants. Tata Steel Nederland notes that this letter, as well as the uncertainty regarding the possible timing of such a decision, creates additional risks for the entire company.

The situation has also drawn the attention of the parent company, Tata Steel Limited. In its financial report, it specifically mentioned the uncertainty surrounding the future of coke chemical facilities in the Netherlands.

TSN has informed ODNZKG of how, in its view, the closure of KGF 1 and KGF 2 should proceed. The company emphasizes that this process must be safe, responsible, and controlled, taking into account environmental protection, industrial safety, and operational stability requirements.

Tata Steel Nederland stresses that it is committed to finding a solution acceptable to all stakeholders. At the same time, the company intends to take into account both environmental and safety requirements as well as the continuity of the company’s operations.

Coke and gas plants are an important part of Tata Steel Nederland’s production chain, so accelerating their closure could have a significant impact on the company’s future operations and its plans for production transformation.

As a reminder, in April 2026, Tata Steel Nederland was fined €8.5 million for the second time for exceeding emission limits at one of its coke and gas production facilities in Eemeden. As a result, the company has fully exhausted the maximum penalty amount set by the regulator for this facility.