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ITV News
24-06-2025
- Health
- ITV News
Major safeguarding failures found at Somerset care campus after woman chokes to death
A review has exposed major safeguarding failures at a Somerset care campus run by the National Autistic Society, following the death of a vulnerable woman just one year after a separate scandal at the same site. The 60 year-old woman, referred to in the report via the pseudonym 'Hazel', had been diagnosed with autism, a learning disability, and Bell's palsy. She died in July 2019 after choking on a sandwich at Somerset Court in Brent Knoll and had lived on the campus, which housed multiple residential units for people with autism, since the age of 15. An independent Safeguarding Adults Review, published by the Somerset Safeguarding Adults Board, concluded that Hazel's death was preventable. It criticised serious shortcomings in her care, including poor risk management, a lack of coordinated support, family engagement and failure to follow her health care plans. Crucially, the report highlights that these failings occurred just a year after a damning safeguarding review into abuse at Mendip House, which was another residential unit on the same National Autistic Society site. Staff at Mendip House were found to have mocked and humiliated residents. Despite national scrutiny following the Mendip House scandal in 2018, the review found that the lessons were not learned or applied across the rest of the campus. Hazel's home was affected by high staff turnover, agency workers unfamiliar with her needs, and inadequate oversight particularly troubling for someone who relied on routine and consistency to manage her anxiety. The report also criticised agencies for failing to work together, failing to escalate repeated safeguarding concerns, and for not involving Hazel's family or providing advocacy when decisions about her care were being made. Speech and language therapy recommendations about Hazel's choking risk were known but not properly communicated to all staff. Since Hazel's death, a new Multi-Agency Risk Management (MARM) framework has been introduced locally, and all campus-style services like the one Hazel lived in are being phased out nationally under the Transforming Care programme. The review calls for urgent action to ensure that out-of-area placements for people with disabilities are subject to better oversight and regular review. It also recommends mandatory dysphagia and autism training for all care staff, especially those employed through agencies. Professor Michael Preston-Shoot, Independent Chair of the SSAB said: "The Somerset Safeguarding Adults Board exists to protect people at risk of abuse and neglect and to make sure lessons are learned so that necessary improvements can be made. "I want to take this opportunity to offer Hazel's family my sincere condolences for their loss." He added: "Hazel's tragic story has highlighted that further work is required to sharing information across our organisations to safeguard those with support & care needs and learning disabilities in Somerset. "I am pleased to see that the organisations involved were open to these improvements and lessons have been learned with many changes having already been implemented. I will now work with SSAB partners to ensure that this learning becomes normal practice."
Bloomberg
18-06-2025
- Business
- Bloomberg
Germany's Defense Firms Need Steelmakers to Help Fuel the Boom
German defense manufacturers including Rheinmetall AG are urging domestic steelmakers to ramp up production of military-grade metal, to secure their long-term ability to make armored trucks and tanks. Their call comes as European nations including Germany boost defense spending in response to Russia's war in Ukraine and President Donald Trump's plan to scale back the US military's involvement in the region. German defense firms currently rely primarily on Swedish steelmaker SSAB AB for their supply, exposing them to the risk of a shortfall as demand intensifies.
Yahoo
13-06-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Volvo Cars signs recycled steel deal with SSAB
Volvo Cars says it is the first OEM to sign a supply agreement for recycled, near zero-emissions steel for series production deliveries. Geely-owned Volvo Cars has signed a new agreement with Swedish steel firm SSAB for the supply of recycled and near zero-emissions steel starting from 2025. Volvo Cars says it is the first car maker to sign a supply agreement for recycled, near zero-emissions steel for series production deliveries. The agreement is an extension of a long-term existing collaboration between the two companies, with the purpose of being at the forefront of the transition to more sustainable steel. In addition to buying recycled and near zero-emission steel, Volvo Cars says it is furthering its circular ambitions by also selling scrap steel, helping Volvo Cars to keep materials at the highest value for the longest period of time in a closed loop system. "One of the biggest sources of CO₂ emissions in our production process is the steel we use to build our cars, averaging 25 percent of all material-related emissions for a new Volvo car," says Francesca Gamboni, Volvo Cars chief supply chain and manufacturing officer. "We work towards achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2040, and cutting steel-related emissions really has the potential to move the needle." The recycled steel will be used in selected components of the forthcoming, fully electric EX60 SUV, as well as other cars based on Volvo Cars' next-generation SPA3 car architecture. Crucially, Volvo says the recycled steel meets the same safety-related requirements as for primary steel in terms of strength and durability. SSAB's closed loop system recycles scrap steel, significantly reducing CO₂ emissions and keeping materials and natural resources in use for longer. Compared with traditionally produced steel in Europe, SSAB's recycled steel generates almost 100 per cent less CO₂ emissions in own operations and is made with a recycled content of almost 100 percent. "Steel is an important material to ensure the safety, strength and durability of our products and traditionally it's a significant contributor to our carbon emissions," says Francesca Gamboni. "By signing this agreement, we have taken an important step in reducing the impact on the environment and increase the awareness for using recycled materials within our supplier network." Volvo Cars says it is committed to a fully electric future and has the ambition to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2040. By 2030, the aim is to have reduced CO₂ emissions per car by 65-75 per cent compared to a 2018 baseline, by continuously reducing CO₂ emissions across the value chain. The agreement with SSAB is an example of this. It also supports Volvo Cars' circularity ambitions, with the aim to use an average of 30 per cent recycled content across the fleet by 2030, and for new car models released from 2030 to contain at least 35 per cent recycled or bio-based content. "Volvo Cars signs recycled steel deal with SSAB" was originally created and published by Just Auto, a GlobalData owned brand. The information on this site has been included in good faith for general informational purposes only. It is not intended to amount to advice on which you should rely, and we give no representation, warranty or guarantee, whether express or implied as to its accuracy or completeness. You must obtain professional or specialist advice before taking, or refraining from, any action on the basis of the content on our site.
Business Standard
27-05-2025
- Business
- Business Standard
Steelmaker SSAB, the Manufacturer of Hardox® Wear Plate, Cracks Down on Trademark Infringement in India
PRNewswire Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], May 27: Swedish steelmaker SSAB has successfully taken action against two India-based companies found dealing in counterfeit Hardox® steel plates. These unauthorised products, bearing the Hardox® trademark and SSAB logo, included falsified product mill certificates and exhibited severe product quality issues, making them incomparable to genuine Hardox® wear plate. Nonetheless, they were misrepresented as genuine Hardox® wear plate. Following an investigation and a lawsuit, Naresh Steel & Engineering Co. and Parmar Steel admitted to trademark infringement and passing off, both serious violations of SSAB's intellectual property rights. The companies not only paid exemplary damages but also faced a permanent injunction in the lawsuit, and were directed to cease all use of the infringing marks. Additionally, they issued unconditional public apologies to SSAB and committed to ceasing such activities in the future. In their apologies, Naresh Steel and Parmar Steel acknowledged that "trademark infringement and passing off are gross violations of intellectual property rights of SSAB" and offered "an unconditional apology." Protecting customers from counterfeit products Only the Swedish steel manufacturer SSAB produces genuine Hardox® wear plate, and Hardox® wear plate is only available from SSAB and from SSAB-certified suppliers. Each month, SSAB successfully removes hundreds of website links, online marketplace advertisements such as those on Indiamart, and social media pages offering counterfeit products or falsely claiming to stock genuine Hardox® wear plate. "In the Mumbai area alone, there are a significant number of traders who falsely claim to stock Hardox® steel", says Subodh Shinde, country head of SSAB Steel India. "Our primary goal is to protect end customers from the risks associated with substandard steel, as these can lead to severe operational, financial and safety consequences, and we therefore continue to aggressively enforce our trademark rights and take legal action against any company infringing our intellectual property." Hardox® wear plate is a premium, high-quality product known for its exceptional hardness and toughness. Its guaranteed properties deliver outstanding performance, making it a market leader in wear resistance--and naturally, not a low-cost option. Therefore, a simple guiding principle is that if a deal seems too good to be true, it likely involves counterfeit steel. Extremely low prices are a red flag that the product is not genuine Hardox® wear plate. SSAB strongly encourages buyers to purchase Hardox® wear plate only from SSAB-certified suppliers, who hold the exclusive rights to distribute its products. Where to buy genuine Hardox® wear plate and wear parts in India SSAB maintains its own sales network. To ensure product authenticity, Hardox® wear plate should only be purchased through the following authorised SSAB channels: * SSAB's own local stocks in India or SSAB's mills: +91 22 6673 0265, email: * Kamlesh Metal & Alloy, the sole distributor of SSAB's products in India Hardox® wear parts should only be purchased through our authorised Hardox® Wearparts Centers in India. An updated list of all authorised centres is available on the Hardox® Wearparts Center website: Reporting counterfeit steel At SSAB, we are committed to ensuring that customers receive only high-quality, genuine Hardox® wear plate they can trust. If you encounter branded steel that you suspect is not genuine Hardox® wear plate, we urge you to contact your local SSAB sales team immediately. The risks of buying from unauthorized sources Buying from unauthorised sources may result in: * Operational setbacks - Counterfeit steel often has lower quality and therefore lower durability, leading to frequent repairs, replacements and increased maintenance costs. * Health and safety risks - Inferior materials may compromise structural integrity, increasing the risk of failures and accidents. * Legal repercussions - The use of counterfeit steel could lead to litigation, fines or other regulatory consequences. * Environmental impact - Counterfeit production methods often neglect sustainability standards, leading to increased contamination and waste. SSAB is a Nordic and US-based steel company that builds a stronger, lighter and more sustainable world through value added steel products and services. Working with our partners, SSAB has developed SSAB Fossil-free™ steel and plans to reinvent the value chain from the mine to the end customer, largely eliminating carbon dioxide emissions from our own operations. SSAB Zero™, a largely carbon emission-free steel based on recycled steel, further strengthens SSAB's leadership position and our comprehensive, sustainable offering independent of the raw material. SSAB has employees in over 50 countries and production facilities in Sweden, Finland and the US. SSAB is listed on Nasdaq Stockholm and has a secondary listing on Nasdaq Helsinki. Join us on our journey! Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, X and YouTube.
Yahoo
27-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Steelmaker SSAB, the Manufacturer of Hardox® Wear Plate, Cracks Down on Trademark Infringement in India
MUMBAI, India, May 27, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Swedish steelmaker SSAB has successfully taken action against two India-based companies found dealing in counterfeit Hardox® steel plates. These unauthorised products, bearing the Hardox® trademark and SSAB logo, included falsified product mill certificates and exhibited severe product quality issues, making them incomparable to genuine Hardox® wear plate. Nonetheless, they were misrepresented as genuine Hardox® wear plate. Following an investigation and a lawsuit, Naresh Steel & Engineering Co. and Parmar Steel admitted to trademark infringement and passing off, both serious violations of SSAB's intellectual property rights. The companies not only paid exemplary damages but also faced a permanent injunction in the lawsuit, and were directed to cease all use of the infringing marks. Additionally, they issued unconditional public apologies to SSAB and committed to ceasing such activities in the future. In their apologies, Naresh Steel and Parmar Steel acknowledged that "trademark infringement and passing off are gross violations of intellectual property rights of SSAB" and offered "an unconditional apology." Protecting customers from counterfeit products Only the Swedish steel manufacturer SSAB produces genuine Hardox® wear plate, and Hardox® wear plate is only available from SSAB and from SSAB-certified suppliers. Each month, SSAB successfully removes hundreds of website links, online marketplace advertisements such as those on Indiamart, and social media pages offering counterfeit products or falsely claiming to stock genuine Hardox® wear plate. "In the Mumbai area alone, there are a significant number of traders who falsely claim to stock Hardox® steel", says Subodh Shinde, country head of SSAB Steel India. "Our primary goal is to protect end customers from the risks associated with substandard steel, as these can lead to severe operational, financial and safety consequences, and we therefore continue to aggressively enforce our trademark rights and take legal action against any company infringing our intellectual property." Hardox® wear plate is a premium, high-quality product known for its exceptional hardness and toughness. Its guaranteed properties deliver outstanding performance, making it a market leader in wear resistance—and naturally, not a low-cost option. Therefore, a simple guiding principle is that if a deal seems too good to be true, it likely involves counterfeit steel. Extremely low prices are a red flag that the product is not genuine Hardox® wear plate. SSAB strongly encourages buyers to purchase Hardox® wear plate only from SSAB-certified suppliers, who hold the exclusive rights to distribute its products. Where to buy genuine Hardox® wear plate and wear parts in India SSAB maintains its own sales network. To ensure product authenticity, Hardox® wear plate should only be purchased through the following authorised SSAB channels: SSAB's own local stocks in India or SSAB's mills: +91 22 6673 0265, email: Kamlesh Metal & Alloy, the sole distributor of SSAB's products in India Hardox® wear parts should only be purchased through our authorised Hardox® Wearparts Centers in India. An updated list of all authorised centres is available on the Hardox® Wearparts Center website: Reporting counterfeit steel At SSAB, we are committed to ensuring that customers receive only high-quality, genuine Hardox® wear plate they can trust. If you encounter branded steel that you suspect is not genuine Hardox® wear plate, we urge you to contact your local SSAB sales team immediately. The risks of buying from unauthorized sources Buying from unauthorised sources may result in: Operational setbacks – Counterfeit steel often has lower quality and therefore lower durability, leading to frequent repairs, replacements and increased maintenance costs. Health and safety risks – Inferior materials may compromise structural integrity, increasing the risk of failures and accidents. Legal repercussions – The use of counterfeit steel could lead to litigation, fines or other regulatory consequences. Environmental impact – Counterfeit production methods often neglect sustainability standards, leading to increased contamination and waste. SSAB is a Nordic and US-based steel company that builds a stronger, lighter and more sustainable world through value added steel products and services. Working with our partners, SSAB has developed SSAB Fossil-free™ steel and plans to reinvent the value chain from the mine to the end customer, largely eliminating carbon dioxide emissions from our own operations. SSAB Zero™, a largely carbon emission-free steel based on recycled steel, further strengthens SSAB's leadership position and our comprehensive, sustainable offering independent of the raw material. SSAB has employees in over 50 countries and production facilities in Sweden, Finland and the US. SSAB is listed on Nasdaq Stockholm and has a secondary listing on Nasdaq Helsinki. Join us on our journey! Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, X and YouTube. Photo - - - View original content:
