Volvo Cars is breaking new ground as the first automaker to secure a supply of high-quality, recycled, near zero-emission steel from Swedish steelmaker SSAB for serial production starting in 2025. This landmark agreement builds on a long-standing collaboration, positioning Volvo at the forefront of sustainable automotive manufacturing.
“At Volvo UAE, we’re committed to sustainability without compromising safety or innovation,” says Lee Parket, Brand Director at Volvo UAE, Al-Futtaim. “This step shows our customers that their choices can drive positive environmental change.”
Beyond sourcing recycled steel, Volvo is advancing its circular economy ambitions by selling scrap steel to keep materials in use longer. By 2030, Volvo aims for 30% recycled content across its fleet, with new models from 2030 containing at least 35% recycled or bio-based materials, alongside a 65-75% reduction in per-car CO₂ emissions compared to 2018.
This partnership with SSAB is a bold move toward a fully electric, sustainable future, proving that environmental responsibility and premium performance can go hand in hand.
Volvo SSAB Partnership
By integrating recycled steel into its next-generation SPA3 car architecture, Volvo ensures the same safety, strength, and durability as traditional steel while slashing CO₂ emissions. Steel production, which accounts for 25% of material-related emissions in a new Volvo, is a key focus for the company’s goal of net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2040. SSAB’s closed-loop system recycles scrap steel, cutting emissions by nearly 100% compared to conventional steel and using almost 100% recycled content.“At Volvo UAE, we’re committed to sustainability without compromising safety or innovation,” says Lee Parket, Brand Director at Volvo UAE, Al-Futtaim. “This step shows our customers that their choices can drive positive environmental change.”
Beyond sourcing recycled steel, Volvo is advancing its circular economy ambitions by selling scrap steel to keep materials in use longer. By 2030, Volvo aims for 30% recycled content across its fleet, with new models from 2030 containing at least 35% recycled or bio-based materials, alongside a 65-75% reduction in per-car CO₂ emissions compared to 2018.
This partnership with SSAB is a bold move toward a fully electric, sustainable future, proving that environmental responsibility and premium performance can go hand in hand.
