Economy
RHI Magnesita Sets Up N. America Base in Tampa
Written by Laura Miller
May 16, 2023
Tampa, Fla. is now home to the North American headquarters of refractory provider RHI Magnesita.
With operations in 37 countries, the Vienna, Austria-based company is a global provider of high-grade refractory products used in the steel, cement, non-ferrous metal, and glass industries. The new corporate hub in Tampa will serve customers in the US, Canada, and Mexico.
“We are excited to officially open our North American headquarters in Tampa, Fla. The market in the mid-Atlantic and southeastern US has grown tremendously, so opening a corporate office in the area will allow RHI Magnesita to further advance our key initiatives, expand our team with diverse top talent, and best serve the fluid needs of our customers,” explained Craig Powell, RHI Magnesita’s regional president – North America.
“We look forward to connecting with new talent in the region and utilizing our North American headquarters as a space for strategic collaboration that will advance our existing business goals, fuel our growth, and allow us to make positive changes globally,” Powell added.
By Laura Miller, laura@steelmarketupdate.com
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