V + S , A.S.

V + S , A.S., also known as U. S. Steel Košice, is a major manufacturer and producer of processed materials and components based in Košice, Slovakia. Established in 1959 as the East Slovakian Steelworks (VSŽ) and later acquired by United States Steel Corporation in 2000, the company is recognized as the largest steel producer in Central Europe. With over 10,000 employees, V + S , A.S. operates a factory and specializes in a comprehensive range of steel products, including hot rolled steel (e.g., structural, for pressure vessels, high-strength low alloy), cold rolled steel (e.g., structural, for automotive industry), hot dip galvanized steel, and organic coated steel. They also produce tin plate products, electrical steel, spiral welded pipes, steel structural components, hardware for furniture, and custom steel tools. The company's operations include advanced technologies such as continuous casting and modern galvanizing lines, supported by dedicated Research and Development, Customer Technical Service, and Testing Laboratories. V + S , A.S. emphasizes continuous improvement, ethical practices, and high-quality products, serving industries like packaging, construction, appliance, automotive, and energy. They also offer various by-products from their steelmaking processes and have a structured operational footprint with domestic and foreign subsidiaries and sales offices, indicating international trade capabilities.