ArcelorMittal Kryvyi Rih expects to operate two blast furnaces throughout 2026, CEO Mauro Longobardo announced in an interview with Interfax Ukraine. January power outages forced temporary single-furnace operation and damaged equipment when cooling systems failed for three to five hours, requiring a week of repairs. The mining division operates at 75% capacity, producing 7.5 million metric tons of concentrate annually. Despite challenges, the company increased 2025 production, with pig iron rising 16.9% and steel up 2.3% compared to 2024. Coal is sourced globally, with port delays affecting deliveries.