Thyssenkrupp Group CEO Miguel López confirmed Jindal Group is executing due diligence on thyssenkrupp Steel division, examining financial architecture & contractual obligations. López emphasized Jindal's credentials as vertically integrated steel producer covering mining to processing, contrasting favorably alongside previous bidder Czech EP Corporate Group. Jindal pledged continuation of Duisburg's €2-2.5 billion direct reduced iron plant, complementing its Oman DRI facility, advancing decarbonization targeting 60-70% CO₂ emission reductions. Acquisition structure involves Mauritius-based Jindal Steel International, raising transparency questions, while ownership scope, majority versus full control, remains negotiable pending labor & regulatory consultations.