Plansee Group is the world's leading company specializing in the processing of molybdenum and tungsten through powder metallurgical production. Founded in 1921 in Reutte, Austria, the company has grown into a global powerhouse with over 10,890 employees across 40 production sites worldwide. Plansee uses the special properties of these refractory metals to develop innovative products and solutions for a sustainable high-tech world, often pushing the boundaries of what is technically and physically feasible. The Group operates through two main business areas: Plansee, which specializes in manufacturing metallic materials from molybdenum and tungsten for applications where regular metals reach their limits, and Ceratizit, which focuses on manufacturing tools from carbide for the machining and manufacturing industries.
The company's products are integral components in countless daily applications, from smartphones and computer tomographs to special tools for electric vehicles and cutting tools for diaper production. With €2.25 billion in annual sales and a commitment to sustainability - 87% of tungsten comes from recycling and 97% of electricity used is regenerative - Plansee continues to pioneer advancements in powder metallurgy. The company maintains strong vertical integration through Global Tungsten & Powders, ensuring seamless tungsten supply in the western world, and operates Plansee Group Functions to provide centralized services across HR, IT, Purchasing, Controlling, and Finance.