ArcelorMittal has successfully restarted its blast furnace at the Lázaro Cárdenas plant in Mexico following comprehensive maintenance & technological upgrades. The operational resumption strengthens Mexico's steel production capacity while positioning ArcelorMittal to serve growing domestic demand & North American export markets. The restart incorporates advanced environmental management systems & digital technologies that enhance efficiency while ensuring compliance. This development reflects confidence in Mexican industrial growth driven by nearshoring trends & infrastructure development initiatives.