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15.07.2026

Our Trade Union Members and Their Children Enjoyed a Fairytale Day at Habakuky

The first Saturday of July was filled with smiles, children's laughter, and shared experiences. The Basic Trade Union Organization OZ KOVO at Železiarne Podbrezová organized a full-day trip for the children of its members to the fairytale village of Habakuky in Donovaly, where the famous stories of Pavol Dobšinský come to life.

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07.07.2026

General Meeting of Železiarne Podbrezová Reviewed Results and Brought Cautious Optimism

This year, Železiarne Podbrezová, a.s. once again continued its tradition of hosting the Business Partners' Day – an event designed to foster informal networking, strengthen business relationships, and express appreciation for successful cooperation.

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03.07.2026

Business Partner Day 2026: Shared Experiences That Strengthen Partnerships

This year, Železiarne Podbrezová, a.s. once again continued its tradition of hosting the Business Partners' Day – an event designed to foster informal networking, strengthen business relationships, and express appreciation for successful cooperation.

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24.06.2026

Graduates Closed Their High School Chapter and Stepped into the Future

The end of May at the Private Secondary School of Železiarne Podbrezová was marked by a festive atmosphere. Nearly eighty graduates successfully completed their four-year studies and closed an important chapter of their lives. The traditional graduation ceremony became a symbolic bridge between the classroom and the new opportunities awaiting them in further education, professional careers, or among the future steelworkers of Železiarne Podbrezová.

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17.06.2026

Young Ironworkers Rewrite History: Podbrezová U17 Wins Sensational Championship Title

Podbrezová football experienced a moment that will be remembered for many years. The club’s U17 team achieved a historic success by becoming Slovak champions in the country’s top youth league competition. The young Ironworkers finished ahead of renowned clubs from Bratislava, Trnava, Žilina, Košice, Prešov, and Dunajská Streda, bringing the first-ever national championship title from the highest league level to Podbrezová—whether in youth or senior football.

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19.05.2026

Ľupča Castle Continues Its Restoration. The Project Also Reflects Železiarne Podbrezová’s ESG Commitment

Ľupča Castle is entering another important phase of restoration. Over the next two years, reconstruction work will focus on the most valuable medieval section of the castle’s second floor. The project has received support from the Slovak Ministry of Culture through the Let’s Restore Our House programme and is co-financed by Železiarne Podbrezová, the owner of the castle. 

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06.05.2026

Luigi Cuzzolin – The Man Who Opened the Door for Železiarne Podbrezová to Western Markets

In the 1990s, when Železiarne Podbrezová decided to enter Western markets, the company faced a fundamental challenge – how to effectively reach customers beyond its traditional regions. It was during this period that Pipex Italia was established, and it remains one of the most important sales and marketing platforms of the group to this day. Since its very beginning, the company has been led by Luigi Cuzzolin, a long-standing director who has been closely connected with the business for more than three decades.

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24.04.2026

More than a thousand visitors came to Ľupča Castle during Easter

Easter holidays traditionally attract people to trips, relaxation, and discovering new places. While some spend their time in nature or take advantage of the last opportunities for spring skiing, many also head out to explore history and culture. This spirit was reflected in the Easter days at Ľupča Castle, which welcomed more than a thousand visitors from across Slovakia and abroad.

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22.04.2026

Easter traditions came to life in Tále and brought all generations together

Easter Sunday in Tále traditionally belongs to the event Easter Joys, which becomes more popular every year. This year was no exception – beautiful spring weather, a diverse program, and a unique atmosphere attracted many visitors from different parts of Slovakia.

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20.04.2026

Trade fairs give our business a clear shape and a human face

Trade fairs have long held an irreplaceable role in the B2B segment. At a time when communication is increasingly shifting to the digital environment, personal contact remains essential. A trade fair is exactly the place where business relationships transform from anonymous communication into real meetings, dialogue, and trust-building.

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07.04.2026

Železiarne Podbrezová offer employees discounted fuel

The topic of fuel prices is currently resonating not only in Slovakia but across the whole of Europe. Rising transportation costs are affecting people’s everyday lives, and companies are increasingly looking for ways to help their employees ease these expenses.

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13.03.2026

Olympian Mária Remeňová represented Slovakia and her club Železiarne Podbrezová

The Winter Olympic Games in Milan once again brought together the world’s best athletes and drew fans’ attention to the performances of competitors from many countries. Among the Slovak athletes was the talented biathlete Mária Remeňová, who proudly represented not only Slovakia but also her club ŠK Železiarne Podbrezová.

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23.02.2026

Podbrezová Trade Unionists in Ostrava: United for the Future of European Industry

European industry is currently facing one of the most challenging periods in recent years. Rising production costs, high energy prices, climate commitments, and cheap imports from non-EU countries are creating pressure that many companies have already been unable to withstand. At stake are not only figures in financial statements, but also thousands of jobs and the stability of entire regions.

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04.02.2026

Young Footballers from Podbrezová Are Scoring Points – U15 at the Top of the Table

Football Club Železiarne Podbrezová is not only about the first team and the boys’ academy. A large part of our football family also consists of the girls’ U15 and U19 teams, which compete in the Central Slovak Women’s Second League.

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22.01.2026

Creative advertising tarpaulins cruising European roads

Advertising has accompanied us for centuries – from the shouts of market criers, through the first printed leaflets, to today’s era of television, social media, and mobile advertising. Choosing the right way to reach customers is not always easy. Graphic designers, copywriters, marketers, and even psychologists are involved in the process to ensure that advertising works exactly as intended.

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13.01.2026

Winter is Back at Tále. We are Skiing in Full Swing and Our Employees Get Better Deals

The winter season at Tále had a slower start, but currently offers everything that makes for a good ski day. Ski Tále opened traditionally on December 26th and thanks to favorable freezing days, conditions on the slopes are now very good.

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16.12.2025

ErasmusDays 2025 – Education as an Investment in the Future

At Železiarne Podbrezová, we have long regarded the education of young people as one of the most important investments in the future. That is why we are pleased that the Private Grammar School of Železiarne Podbrezová, of which we are the founder, is actively involved in international educational initiatives and Erasmus+ programme projects.

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15.12.2025

Solidarity as One of Our Values. Together for Those Who Need It

The Christmas season is a time when, more than at any other moment of the year, we look around us and become more aware of the needs of people in our surroundings. At Železiarne Podbrezová, and through our sporting and social activities, this period is also an opportunity to remind ourselves that alongside everyday work and performance, there is an important place for helping those who need it.